Monthly Archives: March 2014
Autism Activists Oppose State’s Plan To Cut Classroom Program
http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2014/03/27/autism-activists-oppose-states-plan-to-cut-classroom-program/
Good News! NYC Department of Education Issues Guidelines for Opting Out of Tests
Originally posted on Diane Ravitch's blog:
Here is good news indeed! After a dozen years of test mania in New York City, Chancellor Carmen Farina issued instructions for testing that make clear that students will not be punished for…
Seussical the Musical Comes to SD81!!
Originally posted on District 81 Superintendent:
The Lincoln Middle School Drama students and the faculty and staff involved outdid themselves this week with their production of Seussical the Musical. I was lucky enough to watch the musical with our friends from…
Congratulations Lady Lightning Champions!!!
Originally posted on District 81 Superintendent:
Early this morning I reached out to Lincoln Middle School to see who had taken some good pictures I could share from the championship game our Lincoln girls won last night. Immediately, the proud coaches…
District 81 Students Named Citizens of the Year!
Originally posted on District 81 Superintendent:
This afternoon I had the pleasure of attending an awards ceremony at West Leyden High School hosted by West 40 in honor of students named “School Citizen of the Year.” I am proud to announce…