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As faculty and staff in Homewood and Flossmoor schools wrap up this school year, there won’t be any special goodbyes, celebratory cake or parties for faculty and staff ending their careers due to the coronavirus pandemic. These special people in the lives of our children deserve all the recognition and[Read More…]
On May 12, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced that the All In Illinois website will now offer a kid-friendly content series to connect children and families with educational resources from Illinois museums and attractions. The content series features videos and activities to inspire, educate and entertain children while we all continue to stay[Read More…]
More than $40,000 in donations from three organizations and $195,000 in government aid will help Homewood School District 153 overcome the digital divide that became obvious as students switched to remote learning. Gifts of $22,000 from Foundation 153, $18,000 from CN Railway and $1,500 from Woodland Community Church in Homewood[Read More…]
A crowd gathers as the James Hart band performs at opening day of the 2019 Homewood Farmers Market season. The market will open June 13, but no scene like this will be possible with safety restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Chronicle file photo)
New books, multicultural stories, writing materials and online learning guides are all part of two new packages for the English/Language Arts curriculum the District 153 board approved at its May 11 meeting. Kindergarten through sixth grade students will use a Benchmark Literacy Program. The package costs $250,000. Seventh and eighth[Read More…]
New one-day record for deaths in Illinois. State on track to move into phase 3 of reopening plan by end of May. State receives shipment of remdesivir, a treatment for COVID-19.
The Rev. Lou Tylka has been named Bishop-elect and coadjutor of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Peoria. (Provided photo)
The traditional fundraiser is taking a new approach from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 17, when the Cancer Support Center hosts “RISE UP,” a virtual telethon. Funds will help support the free programs and services offered to anyone battling cancer in the South Suburbs. Tune in to this event[Read More…]
Redbird Cafe owner Kim Nolen is still minding the store, in spite of the limitations of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Provided photo)
