Category Archives: Leyden

Is Leyden High School SD 212 Achieving Its Transparency Goal ?

Posted on June 21, 2017 by

In a democracy it is especially important that citizens have access to information so they can actively participate in government and make good choices on Election Day;  at Leyden School District 212, transparency is the best way to promote #leydenpride … Continue reading →

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Appearance Speaks Volumes For Schiller Park

Posted on June 1, 2017 by

 The Village needs to understand and implement “curb appeal” throughout the Village, especially at it’s gateways.  Would a respectable resident repair his auto on their front lawn and then leave the parts laying around for a week on the front … Continue reading →

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Community Fundraisers We Should Consider Attending

Posted on April 15, 2017 by

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In Schiller Park, I Predict…………………….

Posted on April 4, 2017 by

It’s 4 pm on Election Day in Schiller Park, and it is clear by the turn out and conversations that Nick Caiafa and his entire slate are the clear winners.      Let me be the first to congratulate Nick … Continue reading →

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Schiller Park Has Lost It’s Moral Compass

Posted on April 3, 2017 by

The local election in Schiller Park has become a proverbial “witches cauldron”. Clearly, the community has lost its moral compass, as the political discussion in Schiller Park has reached an abysmal low.    We have seen people banned off of … Continue reading →

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Demolition Begins Today at East Leyden’s Dodge Field

Posted on March 23, 2017 by

The demolition of Dodge Field began this morning .    This is the first step in the construction of a $65 million addition to East Leyden.  This construction includes a new expansive pool, a new state of the art cafeteria, … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Transition for Adolescents with Disabilities And the Role That Your High School District Plays in that Transition

Posted on March 8, 2017 by

Congress has designated March as a time that businesses recognize the talents that people with disabilities contribute to their communities. As companies such as AMC Theatres, Walgreens and Microsoft can attest, disabled workers can be a great asset.  But only … Continue reading →

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Schiller Park Voters Need Answers Before Election Day

Posted on March 7, 2017 by

  When will the candidates for the elective offices for the Village of Schiller Park focus on the voter issues? We as voters would like to hear the candidates positions on many issues confronting Schiller Park today.  We need to … Continue reading →

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Gang Member Apprehended in Schiller Park Wanted For Melrose Park Murder

Posted on February 24, 2017 by

A father and son have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy Sunday afternoon in west suburban Melrose Park, according to police. Reinaldo Collazo Jr., 22, faces one count of first-degree murder; and his father, … Continue reading →

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East Leyden Awards CeremonyΒ 

Posted on February 15, 2017 by

Attending Awards Ceremony with RJ and MJ at East Leyden #mccampbell #rjmccampbell #royfmccampbell https://t.co/iFUMHYQYZX ​​

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