CARBONDALE–(ENEWSPF)–March 22, 2013. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon applauded the House of Representatives for passing Classrooms First Commission legislation that will make it easier for school districts to voluntarily consolidate. House Bill 2267, sponsored by Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria), passed with a strong vote of 106-3 and now moves to the[Read More…]
Schools
PSC Dental Hygiene Program is Granted Full Reaccreditation
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The dental hygiene program at Prairie State College (PSC) has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements” by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). CODA is a specialized accrediting body of the American Dental Association, recognized by the United States Department of Education. The[Read More…]
Significant New Investments To Provide Quality, 21st Century Education For CPS Students Transitioning From Underutilized Schools This Fall
Closing Underutilized Schools Will Allow CPS to Redirect Resources to Invest in Student Learning; Safe Passage, Air Conditioning, Libraries and iPads in Every Welcoming School; and New Investments Include New Science, Engineering, Media and Computer Labs CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—March 21, 2013. Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Barbara Byrd-Bennett today[Read More…]
Prairie State College Presidential Finalists Announced
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Prairie State College (PSC) Board of Trustees announces the selection of three finalists for the position of college president. Dr. Alex J. Kajstura, Dr. Valerie R. Roberson, and Dr. Terri Winfree will interview with the board and the search committee and participate in open forums beginning[Read More…]
Prairie State College Speech Team Takes Sixth in Harper College Tournament
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSF)- The Prairie State College (PSC) speech team received sixth place overall and the fourth place quality award during a recent tournament hosted by Harper College. They competed against teams from 20 schools over four states. Among the individual awards PSC students received were third place in prose interpretation and[Read More…]
Rich East Band Hosts Inaugural Craft Show
Sitting at a special Rich East Rocket Band at Saturday’s Rich East Rocket Band Arts and Crafts Show are current or alumni band members and supporters: Pierre Jacques, Erica Bruce, Keith Bass (band parent), Josh Blomlie, Jacob Bass (Class of 2012), Davante Miller, Alicia Bass, Melody Johnson, Joseph Stone and[Read More…]
Substitute Teacher Academy at GSU in April 2013
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is sponsoring a daylong Substitute Teacher Academy with Resources on April 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the university’s Hall of Honors. Many school districts are in need of qualified substitute teachers. This workshop will help experienced and new substitutes increase their[Read More…]
Presentation Focuses on Issues Related to Military Service
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Issues related to serving in the military are not limited to veterans. Often the effects of their experiences are felt by their family and friends, and in their community. The issues facing veterans and the people who care about them will be discussed in a presentation at[Read More…]
Governors State University to Host Graduate Program Open House
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University (GSU) is hosting a graduate programs open house on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the G building Lobby (Faculty Office Center). With 35 master’s, doctorate, and specialist degree programs, GSU is experienced at providing graduate education opportunities for working adults. Information[Read More…]
GSU Hosts Undergraduate Program Open House
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University Office of Admission and Student Recruitment is hosting an Undergraduate Program Instant Admission Day on Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Representatives from the Offices of Admission, Financial Aid, and Career Services will be on hand to answer questions and guide[Read More…]
