Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Representatives from Governors State University will host information sessions for certified teachers interested in earning a Master of Arts in Educational Administration with coursework leading to Type 75 Certification. Registration in programs beginning Fall 2010 ensures completion of a graduate program prior to state mandated changes to principal[Read More…]
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Indiana School Teacher Receives Grant
Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Amanda Godin, a teacher at Matteson School District 162’s Indiana School, received a grant for $1,278 from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources-Conservation Foundation. The grant will support Indiana School’s gifted students’ ongoing work in the Wetland Biodiversity Project at the Central Park wetlands. The funds will be[Read More…]
Rich Central’s Drama Club Presents Alice in Wonderland
Olympia Fields, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Rich Central High School’s Drama Club will perform Alice in Wonderland. The play is directed by Rick Rapp and performances are April 15 and 16, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the Little Theatre. Adults: $5 Students: $3 Cast members include: Alice – Amber Johnson White Rabbit –[Read More…]
Eighth Marian Madness NCAA Event Set For March 27
Super Fan and Alumni Parent, Walt Edmisten, along with Kerri Evans ’96, Cristin Evans ’99, and Laura Grossi ’02 enjoy the festivities at Marian Madness. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Marian Catholic High School’s Leadership Center is the site for the eighth annual “Marian Madness” NCAA Tournament celebration on Saturday,[Read More…]
PSC Announces Winners of the High School Art Exhibition
Above ar Students who attended the reception for the High School Art Exhibition. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Talented artists from four south suburban area high schools have their creative vision on display at Prairie State College (PSC). The annual high school art exhibit, entitled “Creative Vision,” features 46 artists[Read More…]
PSC Students Featured at GSU Exhibit
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College (PSC) student Michael Carr was driving around the city of Chicago when the colors jumped out at him. He saw a beautiful multicolored door on an abandoned building and had to photograph it. Now his photograph, "Hinged." is showcased in an exhibit at Governors[Read More…]
Statement by Rep. Jan Schakowsky Re: House Approval of Historic Health Care Reform Legislation
WASHINGTON, DC—(ENEWSPF)–March 21, 2010. History was made today in the century long fight to reform the American health care system and provide quality, affordable health care to all Americans. With the strong support of Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-IL, the House tonight passed comprehensive health care reform by a vote of[Read More…]
Representative Jackson Votes to Pass Health Insurance Reform
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 22, 2010. Congressman Jesse L. Jackson, Jr. made this statement about his vote in support of health care insurance reform in the U.S. House of Representatives: “After years of debate and decades of struggle, Congress at long last has arrived at a decisive, defining moment. We face a[Read More…]
American Nurses Association Statement Re: Passage of Historic Health Reform Legislation
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–March 22, 2010. The American Nurses Association (ANA), the largest nursing organization in the United State, applauds House lawmakers for passing the Senate health care reform bill, H.R. 3590, “The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act,” by a vote of 219 – 212. The passing of this historic[Read More…]
Representative Halvorson Votes to Pass Health Insurance Reform
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 22, 2010. After hearing from thousands of constituents, many of whom relayed stories of rising health care costs and coverage denied because of a pre-existing condition, Rep. Debbie Halvorson voted to support the landmark health insurance reform bill on Sunday as it passed the House of Representatives. “This[Read More…]
