Category Archives: Education

Schiller Park School District 81 Updates School Calendar

Posted on February 11, 2014 by royfmc

Schiller Park School District 81 has issued an update for everyone regarding changes in the school calendar for 2013-2014. This is the release as follows and can be found at … Continue reading →

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History, logic are against unionization efforts

Posted on February 5, 2014 by royfmc

http://dailynorthwestern.com/2014/02/04/opinion/letter-to-the-editor-history-logic-are-against-unionization-efforts/

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Dunbar: Is the college name worth it?

Posted on February 4, 2014 by royfmc

http://dailynorthwestern.com/2014/02/03/opinion/dunbar-is-the-college-name-worth-it/

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New York Teachers’ Union Condemns “Sit and Stare” Policy for Students

Posted on February 4, 2014 by royfmc

Originally posted on Diane Ravitch's blog:
The New York State United Teachers issued a statement condemning any policies that punish children whose parents have told them not to take the spring tests. Next test for NYSUT: when will they…

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Breaking News: Chicago Teachers Union Supports Parents Who Opt Out of ISAT!

Posted on February 4, 2014 by royfmc

Originally posted on Diane Ravitch's blog:
This is not good news for Pearson, whose stock recently took a tumble. The Chicago Teachers Union is supporting parents who boycott the obsolete ISAT: NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Stephanie Gadlin…

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An Entertaining Evening in School District 81

Posted on February 1, 2014 by royfmc

Originally posted on District 81 Superintendent:
Last night I had the pleasure of attending our annual District 81 Winter Band concert. Pictures cannot capture the music our talented students performed, the dedication of Band Director, Karen Olsen, or the energy of…