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The village of Niles Board of Trustees voted 5-1 last week to extend a specialuse permit for the controversial Sportsman’s Club gun shop and firing range. The village board originally approved the permit in July 2014, but the shop’s owners haven’t started construction due to a lawsuit filed by People For a Safer Society, a Skokie-based gun control advocacy group. Story ContInueS on pAge 3
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Niles village trustees voted 5-1 to extend a special use permit for the Sportsman’s Club and Firearms Training Academy, which would feature an 11,800-square-foot firing range and 2,500 square feet of retail space at 6143 Howard Street.
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Stakeholders discuss proposed Gross Point-Touhy TIF Village board must approve TIF within 90 days of July 28 public hearing By Igor Studenkov for the bugle
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Residents, community organizations and business were given the chance to comment on the proposed Gross Point-Touhy Tax Increment Financing district during a public hearing last week. The TIF district would cover the entirety of the Touhy Triangle, as well as some parcels to the north and west of the area bounded by Gross Point Road and Lehigh and Touhy avenues. The public hearing was held during the Niles Village Board’s July 28 meeting, which means the board must approve the TIF between 14 and 90 days from that date. In August 2014, the village unveiled a “vision” for the Touhy Triangle. The plan calls for a convention center, an expanded park around the Leaning Tower of Niles and other amenities. At the same time, the village has been seeking funds to repair the landmark structure, which has seen structural deterioration since its
last major rehabilitation in 1997. The proposed TIF would include the entirety of the Touhy Triangle, as well as further west, including a section bound by Caldwell Avenue, Jarvis Street, the Chicago River and Touhy. Additionally, it would cover lots on the other side of the Chicago River and several lots north of the intersection Howard, Lehigh and Gross Point. Lots on the western edge of the proposed Gross Point-Touhy TIF would border the existing Milwaukee/Touhy TIF. Under state law, municipalities have a right to transfer funds between these “contiguous” TIFs. If the new TIF is approved, the village plans to transfer around $1.3 million from the Milwaukee/Touhy TIF. According to a report prepared by consulting firm Kane, McKenna, and Associates, Inc, the TIF would encourage development and lead an increase in property values from the current $79.5 million to between $130 million and $170 million. During the hearing, Trustee Joe LoVerde asked Robert Rychlicki,
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When a TIF district is created, the taxes that get collected inside the district are frozen. When taxes increase, the increased revenues are set
executive vice president at KMA, how the company reached those figures. Rychlicki replied that the company analyzed several different types of developments. “We looked at manufacturing, wholesale buildings that were vacant, [and] we looked and industrial uses, commercial uses,” he added.
aside into a TIF fund. That fund can then be used to fund demolition, construction and rehabilitation of buildings; landscape and utility improvements; traffic control and street improvements; and building public facilities.
Rychlicki said current estimates suggest that property values will increase slightly throughout Cook County, but added that the age and dated designs of the industrial structures within the districts makes it less likely the Touhy Triangle will follow the general trend. Mayor Andrew Przybylo said redeveloping the triangle would be
good for the whole village. “Our budget is sales tax driven,” he said. “Unless we keep producing money, we’ll lose. And, we can’t afford to lose.” John Izzo, an attorney for Culver Elementary School, said the school didn’t oppose redevelopment, but stated that it does have concerns about the new TIF’s financial impact on the district. He asked whether the plan to transfer funds from the Milwaukee/Touhy TIF would allow the schools and other taxing bodies to receive a portion of the older TIF’s surplus. Resident Jim Boratin said he is in favor of the new TIF, arguing that Rosemont’s entertainment district has worked great for that village and said Niles should have something similar. Former Niles trustee Louella Preston also spoke at the meeting. Preston said she opposed the new TIF because she didn’t feel it was created with any clearly defined projects in mind. “The TIF shouldn’t be approved. It would be increasing my taxes for 23 years.” Preston said the taxing bodies would likely raise taxes to make up for the revenue lost in the TIF and she didn’t want to see it happen.
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Permit extended for controversial gun shop, range Opposition group cites proximity to schools Continued from Page 1 That lawsuit was dismissed in June, but the group recently filed an amended version of the suit. Despite this, the shop owners announced their intention to start construction as soon as the proper permits are approved. Trustee Joe LoVerde cast the sole vote against extending the special use permit at the board’s July 28 meeting. Despite being absent during the original vote, LoVerde submitted an open letter saying he would have voted against it because he felt it did not meet the special use requirements. This time around, he said he was concerned about its proximity to several public and private schools.
Crux of the controversy The issue of proximity was at the crux of the initial controversy surrounding the gun shop and firing range. Sportsman’s Club’s owners first applied for a permit to build the shop at 6143 W. Howard St., in Niles’ industrial district. That application cleared the Niles Plan Commission. But in the weeks before the application went to the village board in July 2014, Niles Township High School District 219 raised concerns that the shop would be too close to Niles West and Niles Central high schools. Residents also raised concerns that it would be within one block of New Hope Academy, a private school for teens struggling with behavioral issues. The village board approved the application a month later on July 29, 2014. In October, People For a Safer Society filed a lawsuit to not only strike down the permit, but prohibit Niles from granting a special use permit for any gun shop that wishes to open at 6143 W. Howard St. In December, the Niles attorneys moved to dismiss the lawsuit, arguing that the group lacked standing and filed its suit based on the wrong legal basis. Circuit Court of Cook County Judge Franklin Ulyses Valderrama ultimately sided with the village. However, he dismissed the lawsuit without prejudice, allowing
PFSS to file the lawsuit again. Earlier this month, PFSS did just that. The new lawsuit is largely identical to the original, but it now names the owners of Sportsman’s Club as defendants. In a letter to the village, Sportsman’s Club manager Adam Firsel explained that the company didn’t want to proceed with construction until the lawsuit was resolved. Although the letter stated that the owners are worried about the lawsuit, it added that they intend to proceed with construction. “We have submitted our application for building permits on July 2, and have complete sets of drawings for the entire building we intend to repurpose for our use,” the letter stated. “At this time we are ready willing and able to complete the construction of the facility once the building permit is granted.”
Community responds In order to begin construction, however, the company had to get a six-month extension on its permit. Members of PFSS came to the July 28 Niles Village Board meeting in force, and most of the people who spoke during public comment opposed the extension. Diane Parcunis of Niles said she was worried about the effect the gun shop would have on students at Niles Central and New Hope Academy. Pacunis also expressed concern that an employee of Shore Galleries gun shop would be working for Sportsman’s Club. The Lincolnwood-based gun shop was cited in Chicago Police Department’s May 27, 2014, report on illegally purchased guns and cited as the fourth largest source of straw purchases. “The reason for my objection is two-fold: where the gun shop will be located and the connection to Shore Galleries,” Parcunis said. Some of the shop’s supporters also spoke at the meeting. Niles resident Al Schafer argued that there was no reason for the village to prevent a legal business from opening. “This [business] is utilizing a building that is going to be renovated and will surely help Niles revenue in the area,” he said. “So long as all the criteria are met, there is no reason why we shouldn’t put it in the village of Niles.”
Former Trustee Rosemary Palicki, who voted against the original permit because she felt it didn’t meet all three special-use requirements, urged the board to vote against the extension. “To me this is not a gun rights issue – it’s an issues of setting the criteria for special use and ignoring it,” she said. District 219 Superintendent Nanciann Perez reiterated the district’s opposition to the shop “Locating the gun shop at this location will provide easy access to guns,” she said. “The parents and concerned residents can’t believe the village of Niles would allow the gun shop close to our schools.” Denyse Stoneback, PFSS president, urged trustees to fulfill the wishes of their constituents and vote against the extension. “Tonightyouhavetheopportunity to not only correct that mistake, but also accurately represent your constituents by voting ‘no’ to this extension,” she said. “You have the chance to do the right thing for your community.” When the extension came up for vote, trustee George Alpogianis said he understood the concerns of Niles West parents – even if he didn’t share their position. “I am not pro or anti-gun, I don’t have a [Firearms Owner Identification card],” he said. “I do feel that I need to abide by the law and follow the law. I do have children in Niles West and Culver [Elementary School], so I am as vested as everyone else.” Despite no longer having concerns about special-use permit requirements, LoVerde said he still felt uneasy about the location of Sportsman’s Club. “I can’t buy into the location,” he said. “One of my responsibilities [as a trustee] is to protect the welfare of my community.” Trustee Denise McCreery, who was elected after the original permit was granted, said she gave this issue a great deal of thought before deciding how she would vote. “I researched this topic ad nauseam, because, as a mother of two children, it has obviously been a great concern,” she said. “In my campaign, I visited thousands Niles homes and attended countless events with multitude of people who were were clear how they felt about [the issue] I will be voting tonight the way they asked me to vote.”
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Board Briefs: 2030 Comprehensive Plan, Niles Art Council Village reviews long-range plan, sets priorities for next fiscal year By Igor Studenkov for the bugle
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Niles Village Manager Steve Vinezeano gave the Niles village board a presentation last week outlining the progress made on implementing the Niles 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The plan, which was originally approved in October 2011, laid out village priorities for the next 18 years. According to the presentation,theplan’sresidential, industrial and infrastructure goals were either in the midst of implementation or have already been fully implemented. However, Vinezeano said areas that could still use the most work in the plan are arts, culture and commercial development goals. In his presentation Vinezeano
also outlined which aspects of the plan the village will focus on during the next fiscal year. The “key” priorities discussed include continuing Milwaukee Avenue improvements, starting the Cleveland Avenue sewer project, starting the sidewalk infill project and creating more video public service announcements. Other, more long-term priorities included developing the Touhy Triangle area as an “art and culture district,” making improvements to the Niles Civic Center building, implementing a “green” stormwater project at Niles’ Oak Park and creating a marketing plan for the village.
Niles Art Council appointed The Niles village board also confirmed Mayor Andrew Przybylo’s nominations for the Niles Art Council at its July 28 meeting. In Dec. 9, 2014, the village board approved the creation of
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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Niles, Park Ridge and Morton Grove police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.
Niles Bonifacio Hilario, 34, 716 S. 19th Place, Chicago, was arrested at 1:20 p.m. July 23 in the 900 block of Civic Center Drive for retail theft.
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Bernard A. Otera, 23, 1900 block of Illinois, Des Plaines, was arrested at 5 p.m. July 24 at Golf Mill Center for retail theft.
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Mario A. Avila-Martinez, 30, 3600 block of West Ainslie Street, Chicago, was arrested at 3:10 a.m. July 27 in the 8700 block of Milwaukee for aggravated driving under the influence and no valid driver’s license.
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Mikhail Zaia, 23, 4100 block of Colfax, Skokie, was arrested at 12:25 a.m. July 28 at Dempster and Western for suspended driver’s license.
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Park Ridge Lisa Zago-Martin, 36, 200 block of Devon, Park Ridge, was arrested at 1:05 a.m. July 17 in the 1000 block of West Peterson for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, no driver’s license on person, driving under the influence, no front license plate and no valid insurance.
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Leticia Kaner, 42, 7200 block of West Myrtle, Chicago, was arrested at 2:37 a.m. July 20 in the 200 block of South Vine for domestic battery.
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Vladin Mikulis, 51, 6000 block of West Peterson, Chicago, was arrested at 4:50 p.m. July 21 at Touhy and Cumberland for use of handheld electronic device and no valid driver’s license.
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Geno Docimo, 22, 400 block of Grace St., Bensenville, was arrested at 6:32 p.m. July 21 in the 100 block of North Northwest Highway for domestic battery, criminal damage to property and interference with domestic violence report.
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Nicklas Stevens, 25, 3600 block of West Diversey, Chicago, was arrested at 10:52 p.m. July 21 at Rand and Ballard for driving while license suspended and improper lane usage.
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Monika Prokopiuk, 26, 900 block of Balsam Lane, Bartlett, was arrested at 10:20 p.m. July 22 at Touhy and Overhill for driving while license suspended and speeding.
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Jovani Petrov, 30, 1800 block of North Parkside, Park Ridge, was arrested at 10:17 a.m. July 24 in the 1800 block of North Parkside for domestic battery.
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Miguel Rodriguez, 45, 1600 block of North 44th, Stone Park, was arrested at 11:58 p.m. July 24 at Cumberland and St. James for no rear registration light and no valid driver’s license.
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Renzo Benavente, 22, 8900 block of Robin Drive, Des Plaines, was arrested at 1:30 a.m. July 25 at Greenwood and Carol for DUI, expired registration, improper lane usage, possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Gilberto Alcantar, 354, 5900 block of North Rockwell, Chicago, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. July 25 at Talcott and Cumberland
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Jimmy Nellamattathil, 25, 8300 block of Bennett, Skokie, was arrested at 5:01 a.m. July 26 in the 0-100 block of South Greenwood for DUI, unlawful use of communication device, driving while license suspended and no valid insurance.
Samantha Schwarzberg, 19, Miami, Florida, was arrested July 23 in the 6300 block of Dempster for possession of controlled substance.
Mansfield and Lake for DUI and hit and run.
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Jason Gonzalez, 33, 6400 block of North Neva, Chicago, was arrested at 8:25 p.m. July 26 at Northwest Highway and Washington for no rear tail lights and driving
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briefs | from page 3 an advisory council made up of artists and representatives of area taxing bodies and community organizations. The council will advise the board on what art projects and cultural events it should fund. A total of 13 members were appointed. Five of them were artists, including Mary Dowd Demas, Jonathan Mazur, Ericka StoorBurning, professional storyteller Debi Gajewski and painter Carol Luc. The remaining eight members
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Anthony Cash Jr., 21, Country Club Hills, was arrested July 23 at Central and Church for driving while license suspended.
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were Niles Public Library Director Susan Lempke, Niles Chamber of Commerce and Industry Executive Director Katie Schneider, Pioneer Park manager Lindsay Brubaker, Niles Historical Society board member Michael Crisci, Niles Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7712 Cmdr. James Kozak, East Maine School District 63 Director of Communications Janet Bishop and Rosanna Macejak of the Niles Sister Cities organization. The spot for the Culver Elementary School representative was left empty because the school
block of Dempster for retail theft.
Samuel J. Wyatt, 42, Chicago, was arrested July 26 at Dempster and Bellforte for no valid driver’s license.
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William R. Walsh, 27, Morton Grove, was arrested July 27 at Callie and Dempster for disorderly conduct.
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has been too busy dealing with the departure of Superintendent Amy Kruppe. The spot would remain open until the school gets a chance to appoint a representative. According to Mayor Andrew Przybylo, all Niles Art Council members will serve one-year terms that will end in May of next year. Trustee George Alpogianis, who has been a supporter of the council, told the Bugle he wasn’t sure when it would meet but that he would probably know by the first week of August.
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My ethics complaint poses a constitutional question, which arises when the home rule provisions of the constitution were merged with the new state constitution. There is a conflict between these two documents since the village of Niles decided not to have the village clerk elected by the people and instead appointed annually by the mayor. This gives the mayor possible control of 2 of the 3 votes of the three-member election board. In doing this, the village brought this problem upon themselves. That action can very simply be solved by the village: have the clerk voted into office or take her off the election board and have the board of trustees serve instead.
Simple enough solutions but either solution would involve reducing the power of the mayor (political and actual). The mayoral appointed ethics board has decided to submit this ethics complaint to State Attorney General Lisa Madigan. I quote from my letter of June 25, 2015. “In the old Niles playbook a knowledgeable authority issues a report or recommendation that conveniently agrees with the outcome the insider leadership wants. That is then taken as Gospel and the reason to dismiss any opposition, and the reason to act or not act on the matter at hand.” Sidebar to Lisa Madigan: recusal is not acceptable. Recuse but you could never use.
There are plenty of home-rule communities in Illinois and a small number also appoint their clerk but no one has posed this problem at any level that would reach the law books – it was probably solved locally if even noticed. All Lisa Madigan can do is hand down an advisory opinion; not a constitutional ruling, which can only be done by the Illinois Supreme Court. A decision or ruling would correct this apparent constitutional conflict officially and for good. Has Niles got the sense to make the simple solutions locally or must they be imposed on them by the court? Joe Makula, Niles voter since 1971
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For LA2015. This is the firstToday, Aug. 5, it has been ever cheerleading program three days since the 2015 at the World Games, headed World Summer Games for by her mother, Darian. In Special Olympics ended. the 47-year-old history of the From July 23-29, I had the Special Olympics movement, opportunity to attend for the these are the first World Games first time what I consider the to offer traditional and unified largest and most inspirational special voices cheer teams. events of all-time – Special By Daniel Smrokowski Despite the challenges Olympics 2015 World Summer of being diagnosed with Games. During my time in L.A., I was there Williams syndrome, Joelle loves people as a reporter giving unique coverage and she loves cheerleading with the for Special Chronicles, producing the Washington, D.C.,-based Joy Cheer No. 1 update podcast and featuring team. The moment I walked up to Darian the stories of athletes, volunteers, coaches, fans and World Games and Joelle Packard, I was greeted with staff. At the World Games for Special huge smiles. Darian and Joelle have Olympics, you have the opportunity been longtime admirers and listeners to meet people from all over the world. of my podcast, “Special Chronicles,” Take for example, my new friend and and it was so gratifying to meet them fellow athlete Nabila Kassar. Nabila, in person. “People with special attributes are a basketball player, is from Special Olympics France and competed for the angels and they let us know the way we are to see the world and how we are first time at the World Games. Nabila most enjoys meeting new to respond to the world and to see its people and exchanging pins from beauty and not imperfections,” said Darian. delegations all over the world. Another amazing athlete is Brittany “It’s a good atmosphere,” said Nabila, Tregarthen. Brittany is a powerlifter with translation help from her coach. One of the highlights while at the from Alaska on Special Olympics USA. Special Olympics World Games Los At these 2015 World Games, Brittany Angeles 2015 was the opportunity to won multiple medals. When she is not competing, Brittany meet in person my friend and fellow athlete Joelle Packard of Maryland. writes articles for her local newspaper. Joelle is 14 years old and part of Cheer Similar to Brittany, I too write for
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women’s open 15-year-old takes home state title By Scott Taylor sports editor
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The game of women’s golf is getting younger and better. That was evident at the 21st Annual Phil Kosin Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood Golf Club in Romeoville. Madasyn Pettersen, a 15-yearold from Rockford, shot a 6-under par 66 in the final round July 29 to take home the title by five strokes, becoming the youngest winner of the event. “I finally broke my record,” Pettersen said. “I’ve shot 68 or 67 all these times but I would always bogey the last hole. So today I closed with five birdies in a row and had my family there, which meant a lot to me. It was a fun day.” Pettersen sat in the lead after the first day after firing an impressive 68 and was tied for the lead with pro Chelsea Harris entering the final round at 2-under par. Harris birdied four of the first five holes of the final round to take a three-shot lead on Petterson, who was 1-under through five. However, Pettersen birdied Nos. 6 and 8, while Harris bogeyed Nos. 7 and 8 and Pettersen took the lead by one entering the back nine. Pettersen maintained her oneshot lead entering No. 14 after both bogeyed Nos. 11 and 12.
That is when the young amateur took over. She birdied her final five holes to win going away. “They moved us back on the 14th hole over the water and I was scared going up for the shot,” Pettersen said. “I just wanted to hit the green. I hit a 5-iron. On 14, I think my putt was 15 feet. On 15 it was one foot. On 16 it was 15 feet. On 17 it was 10-12 feet. On 18 it was like a 5-footer. I really wanted to get five birdies in a row and close it out. It is a lot of fun to make putts.” Pettersen’s next step will be the Junior PGA Championship at Miramont Country Club in Byron, Texas. Harris, an assistant women’s coach at Illinois State University, picked up a birdie at No. 16 to win low pro honors at 213 (-3) and finished tied for second with Brooke Ferrell. Ember Schuldt was fourth (-2), Dana Gattone fifth (even) and Bing Singhsumalee sixth (+1). Bolingbrook’s Jessica Yuen, the back-to-back Class AA state champion at Neuqua Valley, finished in seventh at +2. “I wanted to come out and do better than yesterday and keep it around even,” Yuen said. “The finish is what matters and the result is better than yesterday. Yuen will be going for a threepeat this year and has already committed to the University of
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Madasyn Pettersen won the Illinois Women’s Open.
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Deer Valley a great course for all golf abilities By Scott Taylor sports editor
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Tu c k e d away in Big Rock, Illinois is Deer Valley Golf Course. The course is a nine holes and for the most part a taylor’s take by scott taylor par-3 course, although a couple of the holes are short par4s. It is owned by the Forest Preserve of Kane County and offers up both trees and creeks and lakes, which come into play. The first hole opens with a 147-yard hole that is pretty straightforward. There are bunkers on both sides of the green that come into play. The second hole plays at just 116 yards. There is a creek in front of
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The seventh hole at Deer Valley plays at just 93 yards, but has a creek surrounding the front and right portions of the green and a tree blocking balls hit to the right of the green.
INSTAGRAM: Readers, attending a game in your area? Take a photo and tag @buglenewspapers for a chance to be featured! T hursday, Aug ust 6, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com deer | from page 8 the tee box, but that will only come into play with a grounder off the tee. The green slopes sharply from back to front, making the putt very slow back up the hill. There is also a right to left slope on the green. Next is the third hole, which plays at 151 yards. The tee shot plays over a pond, but it, too doesn’t come into play much unless there is a grounder or a chunky drive. There is a slope left of the green that leads to balls falling off the green. The fourth hole is a par-4 that plays at 220 yards. It is a straight hole with a tree in front of the green and another one just behind
phenom | from page 7 Missouri. “I’m pretty satisfied and am lucky I got into the University of Missouri,” Yuen said. “My
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the green. I managed to hit the tree well in front of the green hard and it went all the way into the pond on No. 3. Hole No. 5 is a great one. It is a 211-yard par-4 that is uphill to a blind pin. There is a periscope next to the tee so you can see where the hole is. It is a tight drive as well as there are trees on both sides to make you hit it straight. The sixth hole plays at 135 yards and there is a bunker over the green. The green is an oval shape with lots of different breaks to it. The seventh hole is the signature hole. At just 94 yards, it plays over a creek as the creek is also to the
right of the hole. To the left is a forest. You hit your shot to a tiny green as well, making it a harder course than the distance makes you think. The eighth hole is 136 yards and is slightly uphill. It has an oval green similar to the sixth hole. Hole No. 9 is 143 yards with a creek in front of the green, which makes players take an extra club to be sure they can clear the green. The problem with that is the twotiered green, so a shot on the back or over the green has to go back down the slope, making it a tough par. Deer Valley costs just $13 to play
nine holes on a weekday and $14 on a weekend. For all days there is a replay for just $9. It is $7 each for a twosome to ride a cart or $13 for one person. There are also different specials to make the deal even sweeter. This course is one of those great courses for those learning the game. The environment is relaxed and there isn’t a ton of trouble on the course. However, it isn’t just for those learning the game. It is great for fine-tuning your iron and short game as well. It also offers some nice, unique holes to play that offer a stiff challenge.
The course was in great shape. The greens were in great shape, although they were slower than any I have played this year. You can also play the round in an hour, or 18 holes in two hours, so it is a great way to get a quick round of golf in. The greens are about the smallest you will see on a course, so that helps to fine-tune both your iron play and your chipping. While this course may be tucked away between Yorkville and Sugar Grove, it is a fun course to visit, whether you are honing your skills, learning the game or just looking for a quick, relaxing round of golf.
coach John Platt, helped me a lot the past two days and in deciding a college. It’s going to be good competition this year with Madasyn and it is going to
be fun. I’m looking forward to high school season. If I can win a third time, that would be great.” Yuen takes lessons and Mistwood but has been traveling
so hasn’t played the course too much this year. “I haven’t played this course in a while,” Yuen said. “There is a little bit of pressure playing
here, but not really. It matters how I finish and end the round. Learning something every time is what matters. I love this course.”
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Cornelison returns for anthem at Chicagoland Speedway
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romeoville soccer @Klaudia_Ptak how many followers do you have? Like 500 how many do you follow? Around 400 Who is your favorite person to follow? I don’t really have a favorite. I like following all my favorite country music artists.
have you ever tried to tweet a celebrity and have they responded? I mentioned Luke Bryan in a Tweet, but he didn’t respond. What is your favorite thing about twitter? you get to Tweet how you feel even if its irrelevant and you get to see what people are doing throughout their day and what celebrities are doing and when new songs are coming out.
Returning for the third consecutive year, Jim Cornelison, the Chicago Blackhawks national anthem singer and better known as the “Golden Standard,” will perform “The Star Spangled Banner” to kick off the first race of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup at Chicagoland Speedway on Sunday, September 20. Cornelison, who has belted out the anthem for the current Stanley Cup Champions on a full-time basis since 2007, is a 1992 graduate of Indiana University’s Masters of Music program has also performed at numerous Chicago Bears games and at Medinah Country Club for the 2012 Ryder Cup. “We are thrilled to have Jim Cornelison as a part of the pre-race festivities to kick off the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup,” said Scott Paddock, president of Chicagoland Speedway. “The patriotism and pageantry during a NASCAR weekend is unrivaled and to have the iconic voice of Mr. Cornelison perform the national anthem adds to the specialness of the weekend.”
Cornelison moved to Chicago in 1995 at the invitation of the Lyric OperaofChicago,recognizedglobally for world-class artistic excellence, and after a successful stint, left to pursue his career as a professional opera singer. As a leading tenor, Cornelison’s talents took him around the world while performing for various opera companies in places such as London, Brussels, Bordeaux, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Miami and Hawaii. Fans can enjoy the pageantry of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series prerace from the infield with the Fan Zone Pass. The Fan Zone Pit Pass brings race fans into the action, including access to the Infield Fan Zone for music and entertainment, pre-race Brett Eldredge concert access, NASCAR personality Q-and-A sessions, tech inspection viewing areas and an up-close look at driver introductions. On Sunday of the Sprint Cup series race, fans also have access onto pit road to view their favorite drivers and cars. Tickets can be purchased online
at ChicagolandSpeedway.com, by calling 888-629-RACE, through the Chicagoland Speedway mobile app, or by visiting the Chicagoland Speedway Administrative office Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, Sept. 18-20, will begin with I-Cash Pole Qualifying followed by the American Ethanol E15 225 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race under the lights on Friday night. On Saturday, Sept. 19, the Furious 7 300 NASCAR XFINITY Series will hit the track as the precursor to Sunday’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series showdown, the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. In addition to the racing action, fans can enjoy live musical entertainment including country music star Brett Eldredge, Champions Park, tailgating and more. Tickets start at just $25 with kids tickets (12 and under) $25 OFF, and parking is always FREE at Chicagoland Speedway.
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Unauthorized subletting is problematic Dear Dave, I own a rental property that brings in enough to pay the taxes and insurance with a little left over. Recently, I found out that my tenant, who just signed a new two-year lease, is subleasing the property for the short term as a vacation site. This kind of thing happened once before and is prohibited in the agreement. Do you think I should approach him about the situation or let it go until it becomes problematic? Catherine
Dear Catherine, It’s already a problem, because he’s in violation of the lease agreement. Call him today and tell him to stop the sublease immediately. Let him know that he’ll be evicted if anything like this ever happens again. This may sound harsh, but an agreement is an agreement. You may not have experienced any big problems up until now, but what happens when he pulls this again and the next people who come in are a bunch of partiers? You could end up with broken windows, holes in the walls and a bad reputation. On top of all that, what if they leave and he doesn’t have the money to fix
things? It’s all on you. Why? Because you lost control of your property! As a landlord, I always try to be gentle and nice but really clear about things. But this guy needs to understand that you mean what you say in the lease agreement. Once more, and he’s gone! —Dave Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations. Dave’s latest project, EveryDollar, provides a free online budget tool. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.
Peck Elsie I. Peck, nee Mattson, 93, of Niles was the beloved wife of the late Keith Peck; loving mother of Raymond (Sheri), Richard (Sharon), Randy (Linda) and Robert (Cindy) Peck; cherished grandmother of Daniel, Jenny, Brianne (Tony) Bertuca, Gregory, Zachary, Janelle, Karen (Jonathan) Windler, David (Kayla), Joseph, Matthew, Danielle, Kevin, Thomas (Suni), Melissa (Mike) Palmer and Ian; dear great grandmother of
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Serena, Lucy, Maggie, Caylin, Bella, Francesca and Elora; dear sister of the late Anne Rudhman and the late Arvo Mattson; fond sister-in-law of Wilodene Wilson and Arland (Ann) Peck; and aunt and great aunt of many. Visitation was July 27 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. She was lying in state July 28 at 10 a.m. until service at 10:30 a.m. at Niles Community Church, 7401 W. Oakton St. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. Elsie was an avid square dancer.
For more information, call 847-9667302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes. com to sign the guestbook.
Connolly Martin Luke Connolly, 85, of Niles, passed away July 24. Connolly was a Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was the beloved husband of Natalie “Nancy” Connolly (nee Marcinek); loving father of Terry (Kelly) Connolly and Bill (Kay) Connolly; stepfather of Karen (Rich) Partlow, Judy Ventresca, Patrick Gilmartin and Kathleen (Steve) Jansen; devoted grandfather of 15 and great grandfather of nine; dear brother of Michael (Nancy) Connolly, Kathleen (the late Don) Lux, Rita (the late Mac) McNally, the late Mary (Bill) Cadigan, the late Betty (Bob) Wulf and the late Eleanor (the late Mike) Brennan; “Uncle Sonny” to all his fond nieces and nephews; and honored son of the late Bartley and Mary Connolly (nee Finnegan). Martin retired in 1992 as Battalion Chief after 38 years with the Chicago Fire Department. He honorably served in the USMC during the Korean War as a decorated Gunnery Sergeant with numerous metals, including the Purple Heart. He was also active with the Chicago Police Marines. Visitation was July 28 from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral services were July 29 at 9:15 a.m. at Our Lady of Ransom Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery.
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AUGUST 6
1KBK Graduation. 10-10:45 a.m. at the Niles library. The first class of preK kids who have shared 1,000 books will be honored at this special event. If you have a little one who you would like to enroll in this fantastic program, see us in KidSpace. Invitation only.
a.m. at Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview Ave, Park Ridge. Join the Park Ridge Park District for an hour of games, crafts, and educational activities based around the seasonal nature theme of the day. Program is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, visit www.prparks.org.
Back to School with Style. 4-5:30 p.m. at the Niles library. Spark your back-to-school spirit as you design creative and unique school supplies. For grades 7-12. Please register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at www.nileslibrary.org/ calendar.
Second Saturday Breakfast Bingo. 9:30-10:15 a.m. at the Niles library. Kids and families are welcome to enjoy some breakfast treats as we play Bingo. Enjoy a kick-start to your weekend with a morning of family fun at the Library. Grades K-8.
Adult Computer Beginner Boot Camp. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Niles library. Adult Beginner Boot Camp is a 3 week training session. We meet one day a week for three consecutive sessions. Learn to use the mouse, keyboard and begin searching the Internet. Registering for the first session reserves your seat for all three sessions. There is no individual session registration. Seats limited to 12. Please register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at www.nileslibrary.org/calendar.
Summer Luau. 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Centennial Aquatic Center, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge. Get out those grass skirts and hula on over to Centennial Aquatic Center for our Summer Luau. Do the limbo, test your aim with a dolphin ring toss, and try the Aloha Hop.
2016 Republican PresidentialDebateViewing Party. 8 p.m. at the American Legion, 6144 W. Dempster Street, second floor, in Morton Grove, and is open to the public. Hosted by the Niles Township Regular Republican Organization (NTRRO). Cost is $10 at the door. Snacks will be served, cash bar, plenty of free parking.
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Cruisin’ Park Ridge. 6-9 p.m. in the Park Ridge Public Library parking lot on Prospect and Summit avenues. The free monthly shows feature classic cars, live music, a children’s car bounce house, vendors, food, drinks, and more. For more information, visit www.parkridgechamber.org. All Aboard the Train & The Juke Box Band. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. Down Home Family Fun will be happening at Oak Park. The Juke Box Band can play virtually any pop tune and shift easily to classic rock, blues, country and jazz. The Great Chicago Kiddie Express Train Company will be riding kids and adults in their trackless train. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.niles-parks. org.
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Playdate with Nature. 9 - 10
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Second Sunday Special: Scales and Tales. 2-2:45 p.m. at the Niles library. Bring the whole family to check out this traveling zoo! Enjoy an up close and personal encounter with some very cool animals. For all ages.
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Minecraft Monday. 4:30-5:30 p.m at the Niles library. Drop in on the 2nd Monday of each month to play Minecraft! All levels welcome; griefers need not apply. Grades 3-5.
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Kindle Book Club + Pizza! 5:306:30 p.m. at the Niles library. Eat pizza and chat about some of your favorite books on the Battle of the Books list. You get to choose what we’ll read this summer. Please register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at www. nileslibrary.org/calendar. Tech Time for Adult Learners. 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Niles library.Today to keep up or get ahead at work you need to know how to use popular computer programs and social media. Come to the Training Lab to get acquainted with our resources to learn these skills. You can use our computers or bring your own computer or tablet. Staff will be on hand to assist. Walk in, no reservation required. Seating limited to 12.
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Improv Playhouse Theatre for Summer Reading Club Finishers. At the Niles library. 1:30pm show for PreReaders: Three Little Pigs. 3:30pm show for Readers: Great American Tall Tales. Improv
Playhouse Theatre is bringing two great sows to the Library to entertain our Summer Reading Club finishers. Be sure to make your way back to the Library for a splash of fun on your last days of summer vacation. Introduction to 3D Printing. 7-8 p.m. at the Niles library. This introduction will explain what 3D printing is and how it works. We will look at some of the 3D modeling and design software available for creating objects and review the 3D printing capability available on the Makerbot Replicator in the Creative Lab.
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Movies in the Park– Paddington. 8 - 10 p.m. at the Main Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Come early for concessions and face painting. This free event is for all ages. For more information, visit www.prparks.org. Movies in the Underground: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. 4 p.m. at the Niles library. It’s Throwback Thursday! Revisit popular high school movies from the not-too-distant past. Pizza will be served during “intermission.” Job Seekers: How to Work a Job Fair. 7-8:30 p.m. at the Niles library. Learn how to work a job fair to your advantage and success. Presented by Bob Podgorski, RPP Enterprises. Please register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at www. nileslibrary.org/calendar.
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BBI. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. Down Home Family Fun will be happening at Oak Park. Come out to Niles Park District’s last concert of the season. BBI can take you back to the 70’s and 80’s with ease. Party to your old school hits and rock the last concert night away. The Niles Park District offers the free Summer Concerts at Oak Park. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.niles-parks. org. Live Bibliobop with Miss Michelle. 10-10:45 a.m. at the Niles library. Join us for a special concert guest at Bibliobop! Miss Michelle brings her guitar and will have young and old alike wiggling, giggling, and singing along. Little ones can join in with maracas, rhythm sticks and scarves.
AUGUST 15
Job Seekers: Informational Interviewing. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at
the Niles library. Master this technique to seek career advice, increase your visibility, generate contacts or gain company and industry knowledge of a potential workplace. Presented by M. Gahbauer, Career Development Center, Loyola University Chicago. Please register by calling 847-6631234 or online at www.nileslibrary. org/calendar.
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Yoga for Kids. 4:30 p.m.-5:15 p.m. at the Niles library. Join us the third Monday of each month to learn yoga poses and breathing techniques and feel relaxed and energized afterward. No experience needed. Please bring a large bath towel with you and wear comfortable clothes. Caregivers need to stay in the room with children through grade 2. Ages 4 and up. Bubble and Squawk Cookbook Discussion. 7-8 p.m. at the Niles library. Ever wonder if a
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cookbook is right for you? Every other month we will have a discussion on a cookbook. Choose a recipe from a book selected, make the recipe and bring the completed dish to the discussion. The night of the discussion we will sample the dishes and discuss the recipes and the book. This month’s cookbook will be Salad as a Meal by Patricia Wells. Participants must bring a dish to participate. Copies will be available at the third floor Adult Services desk. Please register by calling 847-663-1234 or online at www.nileslibrary.org/calendar.
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Tablet Tuesdays. 3-4 p.m. at the Niles library.Have a tablet and need some help getting started? Drop in on any of the following Tuesdays to learn the basics of your iPad, Android tablet, or Kindle Fire, as well as ways to customize your device and install apps.
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Area mentor officiates Special Olympics World Games in sister’s memory By Daniel Smrokowski for the bugle
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John Coleman has been working as the district chairman of officials for the U.S. Tennis Association’s Chicago district for the past 15 years and officiating for the past seven years. But the greatest privilege for the 62-year-old Downers Grove resident is being able to take part in the World Games for Special Olympics. Last week, he did just that. Coleman was selected to serve as a tennis official for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in
Los Angeles as part of the Illinois delegation of Special Olympics USA. The games took place July 25 to Aug. 2. But before he left, the Bugle spoke with Coleman about his work with Special Olympics. “I want to bring to them the experience of a fully certified professional tennis umpire to make sure these players feel like they’re being treated as they are on the pro tour,” said Coleman. “I enjoy Special Olympics the most because I feel as though we’re bringing quality tennis to the Special Olympic athlete.” However, Special Olympics is most important to Coleman because of his late sister, Andrea.
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John Coleman has been working as the district chairman of officials for the U.S. Tennis Association’s Chicago district for the past 15 years and officiating for the past seven years. “She was my strongest supporter when I was playing tennis,” Coleman said. Andrea, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, passed away 19 years ago, but Coleman said he carries on her spirit in his work with Special Olympics. “She was never in Special Olympics; she was never an athlete herself,” he said. “I do this basically in memory of Andrea. And, I just have such joy watching the joy of players playing tennis.”
Making the right call Prior to this year’s competition, Coleman began officiating for Special Olympics at the local level, specifically northern Illinois-area tennis competitions. He then qualified to become an official at three national games: the 2006 Special Olympics USA Games in Ames, Iowa; the 2010 Special Olympics USA Games in Lincoln, Nebraska; and the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games in New Jersey. Even though Coleman was not selected to go to the World Games in Greece, he was selected to be a tennis official at the World Games in Shanghai, China. The process to become an official at the World Games for Special Olympics is a challenging one. First, officials have to become eligible by being certified by the USTA, followed by both written and physical examinations. Next, they must learn the rules of Special Olympics, which pose additional challenges because each competitor has a different disability and different competition divisions exist for the athletes. Coleman
was issued a Special Olympics World Games Tennis Manual that explained all the guidelines that he’d need to know. Finally, officials learn about the various divisions within the sport of tennis for Special Olympics. While working as an official at the prior World Games in China, Coleman had an experience that is still vivid today. A Special Olympics athlete from the Dominican Republic, who was competing in her first game and set, collapsed and had a seizure. The physician, her coach and her trainer came to provide assistance to the athlete. Despite this, she came back to compete and eventually medaled at the World Games. Coleman said the experience was inspiring and taught him to be prepared for any situation during the course of the competitions.
Unity and Camaraderie Another inspiring moment for a tennis official is the opportunity to mentor athletes. Coleman began mentoring Illinois athlete John Fajdich at the World Games in China. Fast forward to today, and Coleman is mentoring gold medalist athlete Jonathan Doring. The Florida native won a gold medal while competing at the World Games in Greece. Despite being diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome, a form of autism, Doring has graduated from college with a two-year degree and currently works for a local supermarket group in Florida. He is a professional speaker for the supermarket, and this year will
serve as a tennis official himself. “He excels in his disability by being able to overcome it, not only physically but also intellectually,” said Coleman. From competing on the same playing field to the unified theme song “Reach Up,” There will be many unified experiences at this year’s World Games in Los Angeles. To play unified means that a person with an intellectual disability and a person without a disability play on the same team together. And just as competitors and coaches come together, officials, too, were unified during the competitions. Throughout the World Games, the athletes, coaches and officials all exchanged pins from across the globe. With phrases such as “I really appreciate you officiating,” these pins are a “badge of honor” for Coleman. For the first time ever, ESPN provided coverage of the threehour opening ceremony July 25 and comprehensive daily coverage throughout the week. “I think that it’ll be one of the biggest things that ESPN will do all year,” Coleman said before departing for the games. He added that Doring would have his own blog on the ESPN website. “Most importantly, we’re doing this for Special Olympics athletes and sharing the joy,” Coleman said. Coleman has received nothing but positive feedback for everything that he has done while being involved in Special Olympics. But for him, reconnecting with Doring, meeting new athletes and “celebrating with them when they win” are the things Coleman look forward to the most.
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New year brings new tech for St. John Brebeuf students Every student will have access to their own Nexus 7 or Chromebook tablet Second-year principal Elise Matson said the 2015-16 school year will be a particularly exciting time at St. John Brebeuf School. That’s because the school is launching a One-toOne program that will provide every student access to their own Nexus 7 or Chromebook tablet. Matson explained that last year the school had only 60 Nexus 7 units and 60 Chromebooks, which meant teachers had to sign out the devices. But thanks to funds raised over several years during the annual St. John Brebeuf Gala and a $50 per child technology fee, Matson said every student will now have his or her own device. Grades kindergarten through second will use Nexus 7 tablets and older grades will use Chromebooks. “We are all excited about the increased ability to help students develop the 21st century technology skills they will need,” Matson said. Additionally, SJB will have a new science program, called Science Fusion, after more than 12 years on its previous program. Matson said the new series is for grades K-8 and among the latest available. It will include classroom and online
special voices | from page 5 Disabilities in the 21st Century.” Shriver discussed the campaign, called “PLAY - Let’s Change The Game.” Its mission is to encourage all people to play, learn, accept and say “yes” together. The goal is to change the world to have common ground among people of all abilities. On our first day at the World Games and after receiving our mediacredentials,DanielHayes,my personal assistant and a Knights of Columbus member, accompanied me to the Special Olympics Social Impact Summit. While at the Summit, led by Generation Unified and Tim Shriver Jr., I ran into many people I knew. One encounter was with Danielle
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Students, teachers and administrators are ready for the new school year to begin at St. John Brebeuf. components, which she said students are very excited about. Matson noted that the school has finished the installation of WiFi throughout the building and completed infrastructure upgrades to support the new Chromebook and Nexus 7 tablets. “Everyone is looking forward to a great year of working with our updated technology and science program,” she said. In 2014, SJB piloted using Google-based devices with students and teachers. All students and teachers in grades K-3 had an opportunity to work with Nexus 7 tablets, and fourth- through eighth-grade students worked
with Chromebooks. Teachers and administrators took special classes. Assistant principal Adam Taylor led teachers’ professional development, according to the school, helping each of them integrate technology in their classroom. The 2015-16 school year is scheduled to begin Aug. 24 with an 8:15 a.m. start time. That evening, Matson and some parish organizations will also provide updates during the Back to School Night event, which provides students and parents the opportunity to visit teachers in their classrooms.
Liebl of Minnesota. Danielle, a fellow athlete, founded the nonprofit advocacy organization, DIFFERbilities. One of the newest experiences at Special Olympics is the opportunity to “play unified,” a chance for people with and without intellectual disabilities to play on the same team. Under the legacy of their grandmother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Sam and Caroline Shriver were looking forward to participate themselves in Unified Sports at the World Games. The first appearance of Unified Sports was in 2011 in Athens, Greece. Los Angeles marks the second offering of Unified Sports in the World Games. “It’s really fun for everyone
to participate - people with disabilities and without, every sport across every nation,” said Sam Shriver. “It’s the best.” On July 25, I received a surprise that came during the kickoff of the World Games. I was among the press down on the field at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. This was a complete honor, as a Special Olympics athlete, podcaster and journalist. I was honored to celebrate with my fellow athletes on the global stage. I will truly cherish all these friendships and memories. Special Olympics World Games is like a family reunion for participants, staff, volunteers and sponsors. We share our joy and empower those of us with and without special needs.
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In order to gage community input and clearly communicate district goals, Park RidgeNiles School District 64 Superintendent Laurie Heinz is looking for volunteers to serve on a newly formed community relations council. The council, which will be made up of approximately 20 members representing a cross section of district residents, will meet three times a year. “Ensuring that stakeholders in our community have a clear understanding of what District 64 is striving to accomplish, while also ensuring the District is aware of the thoughts and desires within the larger community is a priority to me,” Heinz said. Residents interested in serving on the council should complete a short application on the District 64 website, www. d64.org, to be considered. Heinz will appoint applicants to serve up to two years. Applications should be submitted on or before Aug. 24. In a release from the district, Heinz said she wants to focus more energy on the larger Park Ridge-Niles community during her second year as superintendent, while still being visible and fully invested in all aspects of the district. “This council will help me extend new lines of communication and strengthen relationships between District
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A kick-off meeting for the community relations council is scheduled for Sept. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. The other two meetings are scheduled for the same time on Jan. 12 and April 12, 2016. 64 and local residents beyond our staff and parent families,” she added. As “communication ambassadors,” Heinz said members would help to increase the community’s understanding of District 64’s mission and provide her with feedback on whether the district is meeting the community’s expectations. “I hope to assemble a diverse group that provides a balance of stakeholder voices from throughout the school community,” she said. “The primary goal will be to increase two-way communication flowing from stakeholder groups directly to me and vice versa.” A kick-off meeting for the community relations council is scheduled for Sept. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. The other two meetings are scheduled for the same time on Jan. 12 and April 12. “As we meet during the year, I anticipate that council members will serve in an advisory capacity and share their external perspectives on District 64’s strategic objectives and areas of focus, finances, educational as well as demographic trends, and on other critical schoolrelated issues,” Heinz added. She said volunteers should be willing to communicate openly, work toward positive outcomes, and have the best interests of District 64 and the community top of mind. Daniel Smrokowski is an Athlete and Global Messenger with Special Olympics Illinois on the Southeast Association for Special Parks and Recreation team. Daniel was born three-and-a-third months premature and diagnosed with learning disabilities and a severe language disorder. He is the founder of Special Chronicles nonprofit new media company, a network that gives respect and voice to people with special needs. Join Daniel at SpecialChronicles.com.
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