Six staff members were recognized by the District 153 school board Oct. 11 for their outstanding contributions. The staff members were presented with the Jerry Morin Educational Excellence Award. The Morin Award is given in honor of former school board member Jerry Morin. According to Board President Shelly Marks, Morin[Read More…]
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District 153 looks at program cuts if Nov. 8 referendum fails
Homewood District 153 Superintendent Scott McAlister said “it breaks my heart” to outline cuts that would affect classroom teachers, staff and programs, but the reality is the state requires a balanced budget. Board members said the situation hit home when McAlister unveiled the proposal at the Oct. 11 board meeting.[Read More…]
District 153 adopts budget, borrows between funds to cover late taxes
The District 153 school board adopted its $28.2-million budget for fiscal year 2023 on Tuesday, Sept. 27. The district expects to have a $1.8-million operating deficit. The budget shows an increase in the state’s Evidence Based Funding of about $900,000. Cook County hasn’t yet provided the district with its property[Read More…]
All Kids Bike takes off at Willow School
Do you remember learning to ride a bike? You probably wobbled as you tried to pedal while finding your center of gravity, an adult diligently holding on to the bike’s seat to keep you upright. Homewood District 153 and GoodSpeed Cycles of Homewood have come up with a different way[Read More…]
Music program benefit at Chipotle Monday
Homewood District 153’s Parent Music Association will benefit from a fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, at Chipotle, 17700 Halsted St. Purchases can be ordered online for pickup using code Q4JK2YE, or show the flyer in the restaurant. Proceeds will benefit the choir, band and orchestra programs[Read More…]
After 30 years, District 153 asks for permanent funding rate increase (free content)
You pay taxes on purchases made in stores along Halsted Street. You pay taxes when you fill up your gas tank. When people visit Windy City Cannabis, they pay a tax. And, yes, will there be taxes collected when the Wind Creek Casino opens at Halsted and I-294. But none[Read More…]
Back to School event ushers in new year
Students, parents and community members gathered for a fun afternoon Saturday, Aug. 27, on the grounds of James Hart School for the District 153 Back to School event. Kids got to play games on the field behind the school. The James Hart School orchestra played several selections, there was a[Read More…]
Nov. 8 referendum aims to help Homewood District 153 meet three goals
The District 153 school board will be able to accomplish three major goals should it win voter approval for the Nov. 8 tax referendum: setting a solid revenue stream, improving aging school buildings and establishing a cash cushion to help keep the district’s finances on an even keel. Approving the[Read More…]
Teaching staffs in place but local districts need substitute teachers and bus drivers
Although many school districts across the nation are facing staffing shortages, Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor District 161 and Homewood District 153 have been able to fill all their teacher positions. What’s lagging behind is substitute teachers and bus drivers. Districts have been able to hire new staff to take the[Read More…]
District 153 meeting Monday includes information on Nov. 8 referendum
The District 153 school board is inviting residents to a special information session on Monday, Aug. 15, on the proposed Nov. 8 tax referendum to support Homewood schools. The discussion will be part of the board’s regularly scheduled 7 p.m. meeting at James Hart School’s gym, 18220 Morgan Ave., Homewood.[Read More…]
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