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South Elgin H.S. auto club 7th in national competition

The South Elgin High School Auto Club earned seventh place at the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge earlier this month in Las Vegas.

The U-46 team took apart and reassembled an engine in 26 minutes and 28 seconds. More than 250 teams from throughout the country participated in the challenge and 22, including South Elgin, made it the finals. The South Elgin team competed four times during the three-day competition.

The times were averaged for the national ranking.

“All the auto club members are working toward receiving professional certification,” said Kinasha Brown, career and technical education coordinator. “The club provides students with real-world application in their chosen field before they even graduate.”

The five-member team demonstrated its speed and skills during Monday night's school board meeting.

“I really enjoy giving the students something they can use in the future. To say that they competed in nationals carries a lot of clout in job applications and resumes,” said Steve Schertz, automotive instructor at South Elgin. “They competed nationally among other high school students in their ranks and did a fantastic job.”

To watch a video about the team, visit youtube.com.

Judson University earns military friendly school designation: Judson University in Elgin has been named a 2016 Military Friendly School by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs magazine for military personnel transitioning to civilian life.

The designation is extended to the nation's top colleges, universities, community colleges and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace military students and to dedicate resources toward their success.

Judson is among more than 1,400 schools selected for this honor. These schools were recognized for leading practices in recruiting and supporting post-military students.

To date, about 20 students attend Judson on the post-Sept. 11 GI Bill.

Schools selected completed a survey of more than 100 questions covering 10 categories, including military support on campus, graduation and employment outcomes and military spouse policies.

This is the fourth year Judson has been highlighted.

MCC's retired adult program blends education with entertainment: Are you 50 and older, new to the area, looking to meet new people or just looking for something fun and educational to do?

No. That's not an advertisement for a singles dating site.

McHenry County College's Retired Adult Program (RAP) seeks to draw adults into thought-provoking classes or to enjoy an educational field trip to nearby locations with behind-the-scene tours.

RAP is a membership-based, noncredit program dedicated to adults ages 50 and older who are active, curious and serious about learning. RAP members will receive newsletters with information on upcoming course selections. There is no homework or grades, just learning for the joy of learning.

The cost for a one-year membership is $25, renewable every July 1. Only members can register for the classes and field trips. To register for RAP, use course code: NRA C01 005 and call (815) 455-8588 or register online at mchenry.edu.

For more information, call Dori Sullens at (815) 455-8559 or Renee Erling at (815) 455-8759.

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