Student Walkout Organizers Change Plans
If anyone wondered whether next week’s student walkout is truly being organized by students, then today should put all doubts to rest. This morning before classes began, student organizers threw the school a curve by changing their plans.
Students have now decided to start their walkout at 9:45 a.m., rather than 10 a.m., and they will not be marching into the Stadium. Instead, students will march from the circular driveway in front of the Main Office to the Garden of Peace, Hope and Remembrance, and then back into the school. Students said they decided to start the walkout earlier to avoid conflicting with the start of third period at 10:18 a.m. Read this article on our website for details.
St. Baldrick’s Effort Reaches Its Goal
The school’s first-ever St. Baldrick’s event to raise money for childhood cancer research has been a big hit, and hairs haven’t hit the floor yet. The $20,000 goal has been surpassed already, and so has the updated goal of $25,000. There’s still time to help the cause. Use this link to donate. The St. Baldrick’s event will run from 4:30-7 p.m. Saturday, but the location has changed to the Wood Commons instead of the Sports Center.
Parents Invited to Help With Next PPA Bake Sale
The next Patriot Parent Association Bake Sale is coming up on Wednesday. The PPA is looking for adult volunteers to provide store-bought or homemade treats, and to work the bake sale. Click here to sign up.
School Moving From The Cube to NFHS Network
The Stevenson Broadcast Network is moving its video-hosting platform to the NFHS Network from The Cube beginning this weekend. The move will allow the school to broadcast more live events than ever before. Viewers can still go to www.d125.org/sbn to get access. Non-sports events can be seen for free, while athletic events will require paid access. An all-access monthly pass is $9.99. Click here to sign up, and to see more information. Saturday’s St. Baldrick’s event will be streamed live for free from 4:30-7 p.m. Broadcasts from The Cube will remain available for a limited time at www.d125.org/sbn.
This Alum’s “Sole” Purpose: Helping the Disabled
This week’s Buffalo Grove Countryside has an article about Stevenson alumnus Drew McNamara (Class of 2013), who has turned an assignment from one of his college classes into a business that helps disabled people. McNamara started Creative Souls, which provides employment and inspiration for the disabled by selling canvas shoes featuring their designs.
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Winter Sports Awards Night on Monday
All student-athletes who competed in a winter sport, and their parents and guardians, are invited to the Winter Sports Awards Night at 7 p.m. Monday in the Sports Center.
Volunteers Sought for Women’s PGA Championship
Students and their parents or guardians are invited to volunteer for the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, which will be held at Kemper Lakes Golf Club in Kildeer June 26-July 1. Students who are ages 14-21 can register at no cost. A number of volunteer assignments are available for students and adults. You can work for the entire week or for half a day. Volunteers will receive a volunteer credential good for entry on all six days of the tournament; food and water vouchers; New Era headwear; a Ralph Lauren golf shirt; and the chance to watch some of the best golf players in the world. To volunteer, visit KPMGWomensPGA.com and click on the “Volunteer for 2018” tab. For more information, email 2018WPGA@pgahq.com or call 708-996-0370.
STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
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“Treats for Troops” Collection Drive Next Week
Students Helping Soldiers and the Freshman Mentor Program is holding a “Treats for Troops” collection drive next week to create care packages for military members. The collection drive will take place Monday through Wednesday. Collection bins will be placed at the “Point,” Sports Center and Field House entrances. Items requested are sunflower seeds, trail mix, granola bars, beef jerky, Slim Jims, peanuts, canned tuna, Pringles and Pop Tarts.
Graduation Speaker Applications Due by April 2
Seniors interested in being one of the speakers at graduation are invited to fill out this application. The deadline to apply is 3:45 p.m. Monday, April 2. Late applications will not be considered. For more information on the two graduation speaking slots, visit the graduation speaker information web page.
Breakfast with Books will meet from 7:45-8:25 a.m. Tuesday in the upper ILC. All students are welcome. The only requirement is a love of reading.
ILLINOIS EDUCATION HEADLINES
Illinois House approves school funding reform cleanup
North Shore District 112 expected to lay off 40 teachers
Teens to protest on guns; schools’ responses vary
Striking graduate assistants reach tentative deal with UI administrators
CPS to principals: No cuts to schools even if enrollment drops
Fifth straight year for tuition increase at College of Lake County
U46 to buy 11K Chromebooks, upgrade high school math curriculum
Bitcoin classes coming to Chicago-area universities
Ex-Beecher superintendent charged with stealing $10K from foundation
Former student’s lawsuit: Concordia failed to protect athletes from coach
NIU Greek students oppose fraternity’s 3-year social suspension
Naperville board preparing resolution of support for Parkland students
West Chicago teachers to vote Wednesday on new contract
Interim president at Northeastern Illinois hired to lead New Jersey college
University of Chicago shutting down 121-year-old observatory
NATIONAL EDUCATION HEADLINES
The ripple effect of the West Virginia teachers’ victory
What standards should students meet to graduate from high school?
Should schools be required to tell parents if their child is being bullied?
Study finds evidence of racial, gender bias in online courses
AP analysis: NRA gave $7.3M to hundreds of schools
Colleges struggling to prepare for new distance education rules
Study suggests coaching teachers can help, but on a limited scale
Arkansas students learning math from teacher sitting in North Carolina
Florida teacher suspended after telling students not to date blacks
Oregon college receives $6M donation for wine education
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