University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Learn how to earn elementary or middle school teacher certification and secure a teaching position through Governors State University’s Alternative Certification Program. Information sessions will be held on Tuesday, October 4, at 7 p.m., at Governors State University. The Alternative Teacher Certification program at Governors State University[Read More…]
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30th Annual Oktoberfest Sunday at Marian
(SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Five members of the Marian Catholic Marching Spartans paused for a photo during Homecoming Week activities. Spider-man is Brandon Johnson ’12 of Dolton; dressed as a Thunderbird from Grease is Mark Brabec ’13 of Homewood; Chris Trlak ’14 of Park Forest is a video gamer; Emily[Read More…]
GSU to Contribute to South Suburban Restorative Justice Project
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University will participate in the grant that supports the development of community-owned restorative justice programing to lower the numbers of youth entering the juvenile court system. The Illinois Balanced and Restorative Justice Project (IBARJP) recently received a $300,000 grant from the First United Methodist Church[Read More…]
St. Lawrence O’Toole Running Club Hits The Streets
(SUPPLIED) Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The St. Lawrence O’Toole Running Club began it’s 4th season just after Labor Day with more than 30 students in grades 5-8th are participating. Students spend 50 minutes after school twice a week walking/running a half-mile course. Students learn the importance of exercise and warm-up activities. Everyone’s[Read More…]
Economic Education Opportunities for Educators
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The office of Economic Education at Governors State University is sponsoring professional development opportunities for educators in the south suburban region. Teachers will learn how to incorporate economics education into the classroom curriculum and how it enhances important ski8lls and coincides with mandated learning outcomes. The Stock[Read More…]
Arrive Alive: PSC
(SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Prairie State College student David Jones, of Steger, learned the effects of driving drunk in this simulation. The college hosted the Arrive Alive Tour to show students the effects of driving under the influence and texting while driving.
IDOT, ISBE Asks Kids to ‘Hike it, Bike it’ on International Walk to School Day
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–September 29, 2011 To support a healthy lifestyle for children and encourage green transportation practices, the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Board of Education are urging schools across the state to participate in International Walk to School Day on Oct. 5. The event, which started as a[Read More…]
Durbin Urges Passage of Bill That Would Modernize Schools and Prevent Teacher Layoffs
MORTON GROVE, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 26, 2011. With schools across Illinois struggling to upgrade their facilities and prevent teacher layoffs, passage of legislation to invest in school modernization and help keep teachers is critically important, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) said this morning after meeting with administrators and teachers at Golf Middle[Read More…]
Lt. Gov. Simon’s Complete College Tour Lands at PSC
During her recent visit to Prairie State College in Chicago Heights, Ill., Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon (left) met with PSC student Aslener Taylor (right), who interviewed Simon for an article for the PSC student newspaper. (SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon visited Prairie State College (PSC)[Read More…]
GSU Plans Mental Health Awareness Week Events
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Week, Governors State University is offering informational sessions and confidential depression screening at a series of events that are free and open to the public. “Our events are designed to help people discover their inner strengths and nurture their emotional health,”[Read More…]
