Bugle Newspapers 3-21-24

oakton welcomes 550 students for illinois Science olympiad

Oakton College transformed into a dynamic hub of scientific exploration by hosting over 20 schools and welcoming more than 550 students to its Des Plaines campus for the annual Illinois Science Olympiad (ISO) regional tournament, March 9.

Engaged in nearly 50 challenging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) events, students showcased their talents and passion for innovation. Four exceptional teams emerged victorious among the participants, with two hailing from Oakton’s district.

“We are thrilled to once again open our doors to the Illinois Science Olympiad here at Oakton,” remarked Gloria Liu, Oakton’s grants manager of STEAM - H and special projects. “Our commitment to our communities drives us to cultivate an atmosphere of curiosity and exploration for all who step foot on our campus.”

The journey continues for two schools in Oakton’s district, New Trier High School and Glenbrook South High School, as well as Thomas Middle School and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy. They will compete in the state tournament

at the University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign in April. The top two teams in both the middle school and high school divisions will then proudly represent Illinois at the national tournament.

Among the impressive roster of participants were over 250 students representing 10 middle schools and over 300 students representing 13 high schools. Participating schools included Old Orchard Junior High School and British International School of Chicago, and a lineup of high schools including Niles West, Maine West, Maine South and Niles North. Oakton’s esteemed faculty played an integral role in facilitating events, including Chemistry Lab, Anatomy & Physiology, Microbe Mission and Wind Power sessions.

Illinois Science Olympiad (ISO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in a variety of science disciplines, and providing recognition for outstanding achievement in science education of students, teachers and community coaches.

ISO tournaments epitomize rigorous academic competition, featuring various team events curated by the National Science Olympiad committee. These events strike a balance between testing participants’ subject matter expertise across various

scientific domains, honing their scientific inquiry skills, and challenging them to apply their learned knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios.

Do you know a high school stu-

dent who would like to start their college career while still in high school?

Check out Oakton’s Dual Credit and Concurrent Enrollment programs on Oakton’s website to see which option is right for them.

vvSD Board of education Approves Dr. Keith Wood as Superintendent

The Valley View Community Unit School District 365U Board of Education has approved the selection of Dr. Keith Wood as Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Wood’s approved contract runs through June 30, 2025.

Dr. Wood joined the VVSD staff in 2011 when he was hired as Principal for Brooks Middle School and has served in that position for the past 13 years. In 2022, the Illinois State Board of Education selected Dr. Wood as Middle School Principal of the Year and he also represented Illinois in the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

Dr. Wood earned his undergraduate degree in elementary education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He continued his education by earning a master’s degree in school leadership from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1995 and then a doctoral degree in school leadership from Loyola University Chicago in 2002. Dr. Wood is also currently an Advisory Board Member and Co-Chair of the Harvard University Graduate School of Educa-

tion Principals’ Center.

Dr. Wood and his wife Angela reside in Bolingbrook, and they are the current Bolingbrook Family of the Year. He is an active member of Bolingbrook Lions Club, serves on the Board of Directors of the Valley View Educational Enrichment Foundation, and has also served as a Board Member of Heart Haven Outreach.

“I look forward to this new role and the challenge as we continue to provide quality educational experiences for our students and also continue to meet the expectations of the VVSD community,” said Dr. Wood. Dr. Wood succeeds outgoing Superintendent Rachel Kinder, Ed.S who announced her departure last week.

“The VVSD Board looks forward to working collaboratively with Dr. Wood and to continue to move VVSD forward. We expect his knowledge and understanding of Valley View’s demands and community expectations will allow for a smooth transition,” said VVSD Board of Education President

Steve Quigley

D99 recognized for community partnership with grit2

District 99 leaders Dr. Erin Ludwick, associate principal at Downers Grove North High School, and Sara Courington, associate principal at Downers Grove South High School, received the “Reaching Out and Building Bridges Award” from the Illinois Principals Association for their work with grit2, a local non-profit organization.

The IPA award recognizes those who display an outstanding effort in creating partnerships between schools, principals, associations and organizations for the betterment of all. The grit2 mission is to connect students, families and our community with resources to support mental health and wellness. Ludwick and Courington oversee student support and counseling services at their respective schools.

“Like other districts throughout the nation, the mental health of our nearly 5,000 students is a great concern in our schools following the pandemic,” said Dr. Hank Thiele, District 99’s superintendent. “Erin and Sara recognize that by partnering with grit2, we can increase the impact and level of support we can provide to our students.”

Ludwick and Courington serve on grit2’s advisory board, and have collaborated with grit2 leaders to develop innovative mental health and wellness programs, workshops and webinars covering topics such as depression, substance abuse and stress management.

“Erin and Sara have been invaluable to grit2. Their insights, expertise and thoughtfulness have brought our programming and its impact to a new level,” said Ann Cummins, grit2 Board Chair.

“Personally and professionally, they are just amazing people who truly care about their District 99 students and community. This award couldn’t be more well deserved!”

Since its creation, grit2 has hosted speakers, forums, in-school programming, mental health provider fairs and May Mental Health Awareness Month activities throughout the community.

“From my lens as principal, I see first hand the mental health struggles that our students encounter on a daily basis and the impact on academics,” said Dr. Courtney DeMent, principal at Downers Grove North High School. “Despite all of our people and programs, we always could provide more. Our work with grit2 allows us to augment our resources to realize more positive student outcomes.”

With the leadership and guidance of Ludwick and Courington, grit2 has recently created a teen advisory board. Student representatives are able to advocate about the importance of mental health to their peers, which strengthens the impact of the messages in order to improve the health of all students.

“Being a community member myself, I’ve witnessed how important this program is,” said Downers Grove South High School Principal Arwen Lyp. “I’m always amazed by the level of talent that we have in our schools, and this is evidenced by Sara and Erin every day.”

For more information about the Illinois Principals Association and their award programs, please visit http://www.ilprincipals.org/.

¬CASE NO. 2024TX000027

FILED January 18, 2024

TAKE NOTICE

TO: FLORDELIZA G FRANCIA, JESUS

ASUNCION, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, WILL COUNTY CLERK; OCCUPANTS, PARTIES IN OCCUPANCY OR ACTUAL

POSSESSION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND UNKNOWN OWNERS or PARTIES INTERESTED IN SAID LAND OR LOTS AND UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

This is NOTICE of the filing of the petition for Tax Deed on the following described property:

Property located at: 14139 S HILLSDALE LN, PLAINFIELD, ILLINOIS

Property Index Number: 06-03-01-416-0020000

On August 1, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Circuit Court of Will County, Will County Courthouse, 100 West Jefferson Street, Courtroom 905, Joliet, Illinois, the Petitioner intends to make an application for an order on the petition that a Tax Deed be issued. The real estate was sold on January 10, 2022, for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2020. Certificate No. 20-00260. The period of redemption will expire on July 17, 2024.

PRAIRIE LOCK, LLC PETITIONER

8131-939957

Published 3/6/2024, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024

TO:

OCCUPANT; DWAYNE YOUNG, JR.; CHRISTINA YOUNG; WILL COUNTY CLERK; Village of Romeoville; GABERI POND; DWAYNE YOUNG; KENDALL PARTNERS

LTD.; AND ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PARTIES INTERESTED.

TAX DEED NO.: 2024TX000004

FILED: 01/16/2024

TAKE NOTICE

County of Will Date Premises Sold 01/10/2022

Certificate No. 20-01033

Sold for General Taxes of (year) 2020

Sold for Special Assessment of (Municipality)

Not Applicable and special assessment number Not Appli-

cable Warrant No. Not Applicable Inst. No. Not Applicable

THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES

Property located at 428 GARLAND AVE

ROMEOVILLE IL

Legal Description or Property Index No. 12-0233-407-031-0000

This notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on 07/11/2024.

CASE NO. 2024TX000028

FILED January 18, 2024

TAKE NOTICE

TO: JAVIER TORRES, SHAWNA TORRES, HANNAH TORRES, WILL COUNTY CLERK; OCCUPANTS, PARTIES IN OCCUPANCY OR ACTUAL POSSESSION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND UNKNOWN OWNERS or PARTIES INTERESTED IN SAID LAND OR LOTS AND UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

This is NOTICE of the filing of the petition for Tax Deed on the following described property:

Property located at: 13902 S WELLER DR, PLAINFIELD, ILLINOIS

Property Index Number: 06-03-03-402-0250000

On August 1, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Circuit Court of Will County, Will County Courthouse, 100 West Jefferson Street, Courtroom 905, Joliet, Illinois, the Petitioner intends to make an application for an order on the petition that a Tax Deed be issued. The real estate was sold on January 10, 2022, for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2020. Certificate No. 20-00262. The period of redemption will expire on July 17, 2024.

PRAIRIE LOCK, LLC PETITIONER

8131-939959

Published 3/6/2024, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024

The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his or her assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the county clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming.

This notice is also to advise you that a petition has been filed for a tax deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before 07/11/2024.

This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this county, in the 100 W Jefferson St, Courtroom 905 Joliet, Illinois 07/25/2024 at 9:00 a.m.

You may be present at this hearing but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time.

YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY Redemption can be made at any time on or before 07/11/2024 by applying to the County Clerk of Will County, Illinois, at the Office of the County Clerk in Joliet, Illinois.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT

THE COUNTY CLERK

ADDRESS: 302 North Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60432

TELEPHONE: (815) 724-1880

American Tax Lien, LLC, Purchaser or Assignee.

Dated this 28th day of February, 2024. 20-01033

8146-940591

Published 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, 4/3/2024

CASE NO. 2024TX000029

FILED January 18, 2024 TAKE NOTICE

TO: CAROL MOLITOR AKA CAROL

KRUPKA, JOSEPH KRUPKA, ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL KWAME RAOUL, ILLINOIS DEPT OF REVENUE C/O DIRECTOR DAVID HARRIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, US ATTORNEY GENERAL MERRICK B GARLAND, WILL COUNTY CLERK; OCCUPANTS, PARTIES IN OCCUPANCY OR ACTUAL POSSESSION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND UNKNOWN OWNERS or PARTIES INTERESTED IN SAID LAND OR LOTS AND UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

This is NOTICE of the filing of the petition for Tax Deed on the following described property: Property located at: 213 DIANE LN, BOLINGBROOK, ILLINOIS

Property Index Number: 12-02-02-311-0460000

On August 1, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Circuit Court of Will County, Will County Courthouse, 100 West Jefferson Street, Courtroom 905, Joliet, Illinois, the Petitioner intends to make an application for an order on the petition that a Tax Deed be issued. The real estate was sold on January 10, 2022, for delinquent real estate taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2020. Certificate No. 20-00837. The period of redemption will expire on July 17, 2024. PRAIRIE LOCK, LLC PETITIONER 8147-939960

Published 3/6/2024, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024