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New McHenry County Board member to resign from school post Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley Unit District 158 school board President Michael Skala, who was elected to the McHenry County Board last week, decided against holding two offices at the same time so he could see through a long-standing lawsuit about building construction.
Why so many teachers unions threaten to strike Nov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Less than three months into the 2012 school year, eight teachers unions in the state filed intent to strike notices, five of which resulted in teachers walking out. Educators, lawmakers and union representatives say the recent spate of strikes and strike notices are a response to the current political and financial climates. “Unlike strikes in the private sector, ... strikes in the public sector are political battles,” said Martin Malin, Kent College of Law.
School report cards: Huntley posts big gains in science Oct 31, 2012 12:00 AM
It's not an exact science, but educators in Huntley Unit District 158 say more challenging coursework, continued adjustments to the curriculum and high expectations of all students helped high school juniors again raise the bar in a statewide science assessment. The number of Huntley High School juniors who met or exceeded state standards in science jumped 8.1 percentage points.
Come fly with CTE in “Peter Pan”Oct 23, 2012 12:00 AM
This weekend, relive your childhood with the timeless tale of “Peter Pan.” Children’s Theatre of Elgin celebrates its 25th anniversary year with this classic story. Performances take place Oct. 26-28 at the Hemmens in Elgin. This adapted story is similar to the classic version, but incorporates some very clever twists.
Huntley teachers authorize union leadership to consider strikeOct 18, 2012 12:00 AM
Teachers in Huntley Unit District 158 have rejected the latest offer from the school board and given union leadership permission to call a strike, if needed, the co-president of the Huntley Education Association said Thursday. Union co-president Julie McLaughlin said in an email to the Daily Herald that Wednesday’s vote gave the negotiating team the ability to call a strike and that the results of the vote were “overwhelming.”
Huntley teachers meet with mediatorOct 10, 2012 12:00 AM
Teachers in Huntley Unit District 158 showed solidarity with their union leaders by wearing green and congregating before a scheduled mediation session Wednesday -- the first between the school district and the Huntley Education Association. “Ladies and gentlemen, this is our contract, and together we will get this solved,” said Julie McLaughlin, the union co-president, before meeting with a mediator.
3 probable cases of whooping cough in Dist. 158 Oct 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Three "probable" cases of whooping cough have been reported at schools in Huntley Unit District 158, district officials said this week. Two cases are at Marlowe Middle School and one is at Huntley High School, according to an announcement on the district's website.
Suburban districts split on impact of CTU contract on local negotiationsSep 20, 2012 12:00 AM
The Chicago Teachers Union brokered a deal that includes double-digit raises on average and allows teachers to appeal disputed teacher evaluations, but local school districts say the results will have little to no effect on their own negotiations.
Huntley principal says dress up, within reason Sep 17, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley High School students say a long-standing tradition during Homecoming Week has been banned. They say the senior class is no longer allowed to wear their own outfits during the week and have been told they will be barred from attending the Homecoming Dance if they do so. The principal, however, calls it a rumor that's gotten twisted.
Huntley forum set to meet Democratic candidatesSep 14, 2012 12:00 AM
It's time to register for and get ready to attend the Huntley Seniors for Progressive Action Election 2012 Forum. The forum will be held Sept. 20 at the Huntley Park District Cosman Theater.
Teacher contract talks continue in Districts 158, 300 Sep 13, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley Unit District 158 and Community Unit District 300 are in the middle of contract negotiations with their respective teachers unions. District 158 and its union reached a tentative deal that was rejected by teachers this week. Meanwhile, District 300 has requested a mediator to help with negotiations.
Huntley 158 teams with Michigan State to add second teacher Aug 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley Unit District 158 has entered into a partnership with the Confucius Institute at Michigan State University to assist in training and hiring Mandarin language teachers. In addition, Streamwood High School in Elgin Area School District U-46 is offering Mandarin for the first time at its Languages Academy.
Huntley H.S. award-winning quartet to perform Sunday Aug 23, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley High School's 2012 Silver Medal Award winning, Quartic Quartet, will perform at the New Tradition Chorus show, "Songs of America," on Sunday, Aug. 26 at the Huntley High School Performing Arts Center. Also performing on the show will be two Sun City-Huntley barbershop groups, the Sun-Tones and One More Time.
Local schools dodge pension funding bulletAug 19, 2012 12:00 AM
With no action on pensions during Friday's special legislative sessions, suburban school districts have once again dodged a plan that would have them pay millions of dollars more a year for teachers' pensions. "At this point, until we actually see something firm, we're trying not to worry about it," said Tony Sanders, chief of staff for Elgin Area School District U-46.
Changes coming to ECC campusAug 15, 2012 12:00 AM
If you return to Elgin Community College this fall and can't find the SRC or the IBC, don't fret. The college is in the process of changing building and parking lot names, as well as some of the classroom numbers across campus.
Huntley Unit District 158, teachers union request mediation Aug 14, 2012 12:00 AM
After months of negotiating sessions, the Huntley Unit District 158 school board and the Huntley Education Association have agreed to move discussions forward with a mediator, a joint press release from both parties said. Although District 158 teachers will be starting the year without a new contract, all parties remain committed to seeing this through without affecting the school year or students, the release said.
Huntley welcomes back talented performers Aug 7, 2012 12:00 AM
A student-organized music group called Project Two will perform music from Broadway such as "Jersey Boys," "Mamma Mia," "Hairspray" and "Grease" Thursday at Del Webb Sun City Huntley.
Animal shelter hosts pet fest in Huntley Jul 19, 2012 12:00 AM
Animal House Shelter will present PAWfest 2012 from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21 at 13005 Ernesti Road, Huntley. The event is free and open to the public.
Knights of Columbus pack meals for Schaumburg Feed My Starving Children Jul 7, 2012 12:00 AM
On May 23, a group of Knights and family members from the St. Mary of Huntley Knights of Columbus Council 11666 volunteered to pack meals for the Feed My Starving Children Program.
Health careers class soon coming to District 158 Jun 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley Unit Disrict 158 approved a partnership with McHenry County College and Centegra Health Systems in Woodstock for a dual credit class that will introduce students to different careers in the health field. "Students will have the opportunity to talk to different health professionals," said Mike Moan, chief academic officer. "There's a wide variety of medical careers available, not just doctors and nurses."