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Kaneland write-in candidate couldn’t serve if elected Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
A write-in candidate for the Kaneland school board would not be eligible to serve if elected because of residency restrictions, according to the state.
Kaneland starts budget prep more positively this year Jan 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Kaneland doesn't anticipate having to make any major program or personnel cuts as it prepares its 2013-14 budget. That's in contrast to the past several years.
Kaneland high makes the grade for AP honor roll Dec 31, 2012 12:00 AM
Kaneland Unit District 302 is one of 539 school districts across 44 of the 50 states in the U.S. and Canada being honored by the College Board with placement on the third annual AP District Honor Roll. Kaneland High School Principal Chip Hickman said, "This is a tremendous achievement for our high school. Our student's commitment to high achievement is evident through this honor and the leadership of our instructional staff has been inspirational."
Fox Valley Leadership honorable mentionsDec 21, 2012 12:00 AM
2012-2013 Fox Valley Leadership Team honorable mentions
Services set for Maple Park man killed by driver of stolen car Dec 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Visitation and funeral services are set Monday and Tuesday for a 2012 Kaneland High School graduate who was killed when his car was hit head on by a Wisconsin woman driving a car reported stolen from Wheaton. Zachary Bingham, 18, of Maple Park, planned to pursue a career in the trades as a welder and was taking classes at Elgin Community College.
Kaneland graduate was caring friend, talented welder Dec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
Friends and teachers of Zachary Bingham, 18, of Maple Park, recall the 2012 Kaneland High School graduate as a skilled welder who volunteered and would do anything to help his friends. Bingham was killed Saturday when a Wisconsin woman with a long criminal record crashed into Bingham while she was driving a car stolen from Wheaton, police said.
Kaneland to use state program to collect on delinquent fees Nov 28, 2012 12:00 AM
Owe the Kaneland school district money for your children's fees? That may end up getting deducted from any state income tax refund, lottery winnings or other state payments due you.
Kaneland board considering bus, computer purchasesNov 26, 2012 12:00 AM
The Kaneland school district has postponed routine replacement of its school buses for a few years, after the Great Recession hit. But even though money is still tight, it’s time to start thinking about buying at least five — preferably 10 — new buses, according to district administrators. The school board Monday approved adding $400,000 to the district’s financial-projection model. The projection for the district’s finances will be presented to the board for discussion in December.
North Aurora elementary school passes — district peers do not Oct 31, 2012 12:00 AM
Fearn Elementary School in North Aurora bounced back to the "pass" side of the school report cards, once again the only school in West Aurora District 129 to do so. Bell-Graham Elementary School in St. Charles joined that district's list of schools that failed to make "adequate yearly progress."
Kaneland District 302 releases salary report Sep 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Want to know who makes what in the Kaneland school district? The annual report on salaries and benefits for teachers and administrators has been released.
Kaneland, Batavia schools must offer attendance choice Sep 16, 2012 12:00 AM
Two more local schools are giving their students the option of attending other schools this fall.Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School in Elburn and Rotolo Middle School in Batavia must offer the so-called “school choice” because of the results of standardized tests students took in the spring.School choice is required by the federal No Child Left Behind Act, which sets passing standards for schools and for subgroups of student types in those schools.Kaneland District 302 is dealing with the requirement for the first time. Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School is offering a choice after it failed to make adequate yearly progress because one of the school's subgroups — the economically disadvantaged — didn't have enough students score well in reading. Only 75.5 percent made the grade.
Sugar Grove names Citizen of the YearJul 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Helen Jorgensen was named Sugar Grove's 2012 Citizen of the Year at tonight's corn boil. She has lived in town for 48 years and has been involved in myriad volunteer efforts.
Kaneland arts festival ends with staging of ‘Cinderella’ Jul 11, 2012 12:00 AM
The last event in the 2011-12 Kaneland Community Fine Arts Festival performance series will be the summer theater production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella."
Kaneland teacher fights DUI arrest, sues police Jul 2, 2012 12:00 AM
A Kaneville science teacher has filed a federal lawsuit against Carpentersville police, claiming he was thrashed around in the back of a squad car after a July 4, 2010 arrest during "No Refusal" weekend in Elgin. Ryan Wlodek says police handcuffed him, but didn't put a seatbelt on him and purposefully sped up, braked and made sharp turns. His attorney also wants the case dismissed because the police failed to turn over a video of the arrest and police later said the department's computers crashed.
Kaneland Foundation to host cross country race Jun 12, 2012 12:00 AM
The Kaneland Foundation will host its first 5K Cross Country Race at 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at the Kaneland High School campus/football stadium, 47W326 Keslinger Road, Maple Park.
Fox Valley Academic Team honorable mentionsMay 25, 2012 12:00 AM
2011-2012 Fox Valley Academic Team honorable mentions
District 302 board approves extended-day kindergarten May 1, 2012 12:00 AM
The Kaneland school board gave the OK Monday to try an extended-day kindergarten program in the 2012-13 school year.
Kaneland may add extended-day kindergarten districtwideApr 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Kaneland school district may offer extended-day kindergarten in a pilot program this fall. Those who want to participate, however, will have to pay tuition for it.
The arts come alive at Kaneland festival Apr 18, 2012 12:00 AM
Imagine immersing yourself in the visual and performing arts for an entire day -- taking a workshop on glass fusing, watching artist demos, listening to bands, laughing at comedy troupes. You can do it all this weekend -- and it's absolutely free. The Kaneland Community Fine Arts Festival is set for April 22 at Kaneland High School in Maple Park.
Kaneland students tackle ‘Les Mis' Mar 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Les Miserables has a reputation. Its supposed to be one of the most difficult high school plays to produce. When done well, though, this tale of poverty, revolution and redepmtion is magnificent to behold. Kaneland High School will stage the musical this weekend. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 16-17, and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 18.