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Linda Campos Moreira: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Linda Campos Moreira, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
Andrew Giggey: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Andrew Giggey, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
Veronica Noland: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Veronica Noland, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
Frank Napolitano: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Frank Napolitano, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
Donna Smith: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Donna Smith, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
Gary Percy: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Gary Percy, running for Elgin-Area Unit 46 School Board (4-year Terms)
U-46 superintendent commits $10,000 matching donation for scholarshipsFeb 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin Area School District U-46 Superintendent José Torres challenged the community to come up with $10,000 for student scholarships that he will match. Last year 21 students received the $1,000 Superintendent's Scholarship. Torres plans to give up to $50,000 during his time with the district. The application is due March 7 and available for U-46 seniors.
Important to salute valuable teachers Feb 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Sajid Rahman of Streamwood says that as U-46 struggles to turn itself around, it is important to honor the outstanding teachers. "It is a matter of urgency that educators receive recognition for their dedication to help reach 'Academic Success for All.'"
Extended day kindergarten now offered for U-46 Feb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
School District U-46 is introducing an Extended Day Kindergarten option for incoming kindergarten students for the 2013-2014 school year. It’s a tuition-based program and will be located at two satellite sites; two classrooms on the west side of Elgin and two classrooms in the Bartlett area during the pilot year.
Soldier surprises daughter on Valentine's DayFeb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Kayla Wolf knew her dad, stationed in Afghanistan for almost a year, was coming home soon. But she didn't know he was the guest of honor at an assembly at her Streamwood school. As he was introduced Thursday, she froze for a moment, hands clasped over her mouth. Then she ran to him. "He tricked me," she said later, but clearly didn't seem to mind.
U-46 orientation introduces board candidates to the district Feb 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin Area School District U-46 Superintendent José Torres hosted a prospective board member orientation Tuesday night to make sure those people elected to the office know in advance what they're getting themselves into. But only two candidates showed up. Andrew Giggey, a senior at South Elgin High School, and Linda Campos-Moreira, a recruitment coordinator at Elgin Community College, took advantage of the learning opportunity.
U-46 to test 3,000 students for gifted servicesFeb 12, 2013 12:00 AM
More than 3,000 third-graders will be tested this week and next for inclusion in the Elgin Area School District U-46 gifted and talented programs. This is the first year since 2004 the district has screened all third-graders. Patrick Mogge, director of school and community relations, said the district universally screened its third-grade students prior to 2004, when there was state funding available for gifted services. Last year just 524 third-graders went through the final screening process Mogge said.
Suburban schools could get more money in proposed budget Feb 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin Area School District U-46 would have had $7.55 million more this year had the state paid its full per-pupil aid amount. Under a proposed budget by the Illinois State Board of Education, next year U-46 and all other districts would see the money state statute says they're owed. But that'd be an $875 million increase in the 2014 education budget over this year's allocation. And it's up to elected officials to decide whether the board of education's proposal gets approved. Local districts are more than skeptical.
U-46 to host Special Needs Parent Resource Fair Feb 12, 2013 12:00 AM
11.18-page 2 The Citizens' Advisory Council and the U-46 Special Education Department are offering a free Special Needs Parent Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Elgin High School, 1200 Maroon Drive, in Elgin. The event is an opportunity for families to learn about the services and programs that local, regional, and state agencies provide for our special needs community. The event is open to the public and for all those with an interest in special needs services.
Editorial: Yes to school shooting drills, no to mandateFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Drills that would prepare students for a possible school shooting are a good idea, but Gov. Pat Quinn's proposal to require them goes too far, a Daily Herald editorial says.
Bartlett teacher Lana Brozik calls herself a lifelong learner Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Lana Brozik is a master teacher, a model educator and a lifelong learner. She teaches students English and language arts at Eastview Middle School in Bartlett but reaches beyond her eighth-graders to improve the quality of education districtwide. A ripple effect from Brozik's mentorship means she will continue to affect student learning long after she retires at the end of this year.
U-46 to offer full-day kindergarten, for a priceFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin Area School District U-46 will offer tuition-based, full-day kindergarten to students districtwide next year in a pilot program that could see future expansion. Julie Kallenbach, director of early learner initiatives, said the pilot program will be open to 80 students across four classrooms — two on the west side of Elgin and two in the Bartlett area. As the district expects far more interest than available spots, the kindergartners will be selected by lottery.
Some parents unhappy with proposed U-46 calendarFeb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
A proposal to start classes a week earlier for the 2013-14 academic year in Elgin Area School District U-46 drew criticism at the school board meeting Monday night. The proposed calendar includes keeping school in session on Veterans Day and marking the first day of class Aug. 14. Several people spoke about the lack of parent engagement in the decision-making, noting the proposed changes came as a complete surprise.
The Soapbox Feb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Daily Herald editors reflect on school safety in Glen Ellyn, the proposed pension summit and successful suburbanites in football, skating and police work.
Area schools not planning drill like Cary-Grove’s Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
School district officials across the region were well aware of the code red drill Wednesday at Cary-Grove High School, which drew criticism from near and far for including gunshots. No other schools contacted Wednesday plan to expose students to such stimuli, even in the name of safety.