District 158 Replacing Books with Digital Tablets in Pilot Program
Martin Elementary School in Lake in the Hills will be the first to try out the digital books for its curriculum, the Northwest Herald reports.
School News
Friday, May 18, 2012
Parents, Salute Your Graduate On Patch
It's free, and it takes just a couple of minutes.
Are you the proud parent of a graduate? Whether it's preschool, college or somewhere in between, brag about it on Patch! You can post a free announcement on Patch by visiting our announcements' section and choosing "add an announcement." In the announcement template, fill out all the fields, and make sure you choose graduation as the category. When you are done, you can add photos and video of your graduate to make it really special. Then scroll to the bottom and click "post my announcement." Send the link to all your friends and family so they can share in your proud moment and/or share on your child's Facebook page. And congratulations from Patch!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Police Investigate Report of Stranger Approaching Child in Algonquin
Police Investigate Report of Stranger Approaching Child in Algonquin
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
LITH Teen will be First Huntley High Student to Compete at National Forensic Finals
Marta Makowski will compete at the Lincoln Financial Group/National Forensics League finals in June.
Marta Makowski of Lake in the Hills will be heading to Indianapolis this June to represent Huntley High School at the Lincoln Financial Group/National Forensics League finals. The senior will be the first student from Huntley High to compete at the national forensics' competition, according to a District 158 press release. Makowski qualified for the forensic finals by placing third in original oratory at the Greater Northern Illinois District contest on March 3. Makowski has set other records during her time at Huntley High, winning a school record of 26 individual championships. She has made the final round 56 times during her high school career, according to the news release. She won IHSA sectional championship titles in impromptu …
Jurs/Raider Way Outstanding Students Announced
A Huntley High School senior who has a willingness to serve others and a junior who volunteers at a local animal shelter receive monthly award.
Two Huntley High Students recently received the Jurs/Raider Way Outstanding Student of the Month Award for exhibiting the qualities of the Red Raider Way: Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be Involved. Senior Nicole Harris and junior Christian Murillo were nominated by Huntley High faculty. Harris is described as a wonderfully sweet student who is hard working and respectful, but best of all, she has a kind heart and a willingness to serve and help others. She serves as a teacher at her church and has a special fondness for children with autism. Nicole loves to read and share the world of literature with others. She knows the value of a good book, the worth of the minutes of her day, and the effect of a kind word and smile. This kind-…
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
Area Students Recognized for Achievements
Were you or your child recognized for an award or academic achievement last semester? Let the community know about the accomplishment in the comments section!
Area students graduated and/or have been recognized for the following achievements:
Friday, May 11, 2012
Police: Teen Charged With Possessing Knife at Jacobs Had no Intentions to Harm
The 16-year-old Carpentersville girl now faces a charge of possession or storage of a weapon on school grounds.
A Jacobs High School student charged with possessing a weapon on school grounds had no intentions of harming anyone, police said Wednesday. The 16-year-old Carpentersville girl left the school on May 2 without parent’s permission and was searched when she returned to the school, said Algonquin Deputy Police Chief Steve Kuzynowski. School officials found a pocketknife in her purse. Since the school has a zero-tolerance policy on knives or other weapons on school grounds, police were called and the teen was taken into custody, Kuzynowski said. She was charged with unauthorized possession or storage of a weapon on school grounds, petitioned into juvenile court and then released to the custody of her mother.
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MCC Graduation Class of 2012 Takes the Stage
College is hosting the ceremony Saturday, May 12.
McHenry County College is graduating 655 students this weekend during its commencement ceremony, including its first grads of the college’s new Culinary Arts program. The ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 12 at MCC. MCC is awarding 250 degrees and 405 certificates, according to a press release. Jesica Carbajal of Hebron has been selected as the student speaker for the commencement ceremony. She will graduate with an Associate in Arts degree. Also speaking will be MCC president Vicky Smith, Ed.D. In addition, Julie Freelove, instructor of Administrative Office Management, will give a final charge to all graduates as they move forward on their educational journey. Freelove is being awarded the Illinois Community College …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Marlowe Staff to Host End of Year 'All Star' Showcase
Fun is the buzzword at this event for District 158 families.
While teachers may not be fond of it, Marlowe Middle School students love the Teacher Pie-in-the Face booth at the “All Star” Showcase—now in its seventh year. This year’s “All Star Showcase” is being held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at the school, 9625 Haligus Road in Lake in the Hills. The showcase features student displays, musical performances, and fun-filled games and activities for families. Admission is free and tickets for various games, activities and food are 50 cents each. Popular event include such activities as: Soccer Kick, Big Bounce Inflatables, Human Foosball, ping-pong and a Cookie Walk. In addition, there will be amazing student performances in the auditorium from the Honors Choir, Jazz Band, 8th Grade Choir…
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Heineman Students Participate in 'Kick Out Cancer' Punting Contest
HMS will join together with the Chicago Bears’ Bears Care program to provide funding to Chicago-area hospitals for medical research and health awareness programs focusing on breast and ovarian cancer.
Adam Podlesh, punter for the Chicago Bears, recently visited Heineman Middle School (HMS) for “Kick-Off” Day of the school’s Hawks Care fund-raising event that focuses on cancer research and related programs. Staley Da Bear and a representative of Bears Care were also at the event. This year, HMS will join together with the Chicago Bears’ Bears Care program to provide funding to Chicago-area hospitals for medical research and health awareness programs focusing on breast and ovarian cancer. As a cancer survivor, Adam Podlesh discussed his experience with cancer, his football career and how he maintains a healthy lifestyle. A question-and-answer period, along with a photo and autograph session immediately followed Podlesh’s presentation. …
