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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 14 Aug 1981, p. 20

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PAGE 18 • PLAINDEALER • FRIDAY. AUGUST 14,1981 NEW MARIAN PRINCIPAL SETS GOALS FOR SCHOOL (Continued from page 1) she did suggest Marian would be "constantly evaluating the programs" in the future. "I had heard so many good things about the Marian student body," she said. "1 felt the desire to make the investment of time, thought and effort in Marian despite the fact that I did have a contract to continue this year as an assistant principal at Boylan Catholic high school, in Rockford." Sister Shinkey, a Dominican sister who has served as an assistant prin­ cipal at Boylan for the last five years, has served as an assistant principal at St. Edwards high school, in Elgin. She taught five years before she entered the Dominican order and again for several years in business education at Regina Dominican and Aquinas Dominican high schools before being invited to become an administrator. Explaining her hopes for Marian's future, Sister Shinkey added, "I hope to draw on experience that I've gained from the six high schools I've worked at, but at the same time, maintain the quality that makes Marian what it is. "I hope to try and involve the con­ cerned or active parents within the community," she added. "Hopefully the support from parents of Marian students as well as those programs allowing for adult involvement at Marian will develop those activities that Marian will service. "I'm also hopeful that the parish pastors will help as far as the spiritual needs of Marian Central Catholic high school are concerned." Religious educators like Sister Shinkey now make application to various positions in the same way as lay people, rather than being appointed as was the practice 10 years ago. The faith dimension plays a large part in a religious educator's decision-making process. REVERSE STAND ON IASB MEMBERSHIP (Continued from page 1) felt to have undue influence because of their size. Board members planned questions which they wanted answered. Superintendent, Dr. Richard Farmer, suggested Ms. Giovannoni could advise who is on the policy board of IASB, and member Art Newbrough wondered if there was any other access to the association that district boards could use. Member Eileen Zurblis wondered if the Elementary Teachers Organization (ETO) is acting on the problem. Far­ mer indicated that the last he heard, they were. Newbrough summed up the elementary districts' frustrations. "This is an organization (IASB) which needs a change. We should get inside and rattle their windows." Following their action membership, the board appointed Newbrough as delegate and Jerry Bunting as alter- 'nate to the IASB for the Nov. 21 Delegate Assembly at the Palmer House in Chicago. The board instructed their attorney, Stan Eisenhammer, to negotiate with Jacobs, Kahan and Co., shopping center development people from Chicago, who are proposing a center along Route 120 east of Ringwood road adjacent to Parkland school about a slope easement on school property to accommodate a screening berm - -planned at the rear of the center. Since the developers had declined a licensing proposal made by the school in favor of a straight easement for the berm slope, the board wanted to find out what they are talking about. The developers had -indicated that if they couldn't get the easement for the berm the alternative c<^uld be a con­ crete retaining wall, according to the attorney. Also, licensing instead of an easement could give the developers problems with firiahcing because the berm theoretically would be a per­ manent feature to attractively screen the back of the stores. Lockwood suggested the district might get some consideration if the berm is on school property since the screen is for the benefit of the development. Bunting reminded the board that the school would be getting some benefit also. Frances Larsen insisted that there be no utility easements on school property when the developers have "all that land." And she inquired if there would be drainage problems for the east end of the school site with the berm possibly blocking flow to the south. Bunting asked if the maintenance of the easement would remain with the school. Eisenhammer said the board could attach any conditions they would want to the easement, but he reminded members that at some point they could ask for too much, and they would wind up facing a concrete retaining wall and fence. Superintendent Farmer explained the "Truth in Taxes" law passed by the state legislature this summer which mandates a hearing for the levy, specifying certain dates and prominent newspaper notices, if the leVy exceeds 105 percent of the previous year's levy. Farmer urged that the board do its budget and levy work later in the year, possibly passing the budget in November and the levy in December. They would need the prescribed 20 days advance notice of the hearing to me^ the Dec. 31 deadline. Farmer cited the problems that many officials of local taxing bodies are finding in the new law. Among these is the doubtful com­ parability of levy figures from year to year. He noted that District 15's total levy for 1980 was $3,444,000, of which they got $3,307,950. For the coming year they must levy in December pf 1981 for the school year 1982-83 against aiT assessed valuation that would be determined in March of 1982. For 1980 the assessed valuation was $152,574,829, and in December they don't know what it will be next March. "We are working in the dark," Farmer noted. Farmer added that for some of the funds such as education, building operations and maintenance, transportation and working cash, there is a statutory limit to the levy rate which many districts are bumping against already. In others, such as IMRF (retirement), tort liability costs, bond and interest, there is no limit, only actual need. In other business, the board approved the residential placement of a McHenry youngster classified as severely profoundly developmentally disabled with physical handicaps in a Wisconsin facility. . ...Approved applications for serious safety hazard findings for a number of !oc?tions in the district within a mile and one half of schools that would authorize state funding to transport students not otherwise entitled. ...Reviewed the plans for Institute Days Aug. 27 and 28 following new teacher orientation Aug. 26. Dan DeRoche, assistant superintendent for education, said a new feature for this year would be an explanation by Dave Miller, MCTA president, of the contents of the teachers' agreement with the district and its effect on working conditions. PLAN RESCUE CLASSIC (Continued from page 1) raising event sponsored jointly by the two squads. Both squads are involved because of the size and scope of the event. Rescue Classic II will be held at Chapel Hill Country club Wednesday, Sept. 23. Admission tickets cover golf with a golf cart; continental breakfast; lunch on the links; a sit-down steak dinner and four-hour open bar ; and live entertainment. Also included are prizes. Tony Varese, chairman of the Rescue Classic, points out that money raised by this event is crucially needed by both squads. "The rescue squads are not funded by any government or taxing body," he stresses, "and all money is raised by the squad members through events such as the Rescue Classic." The Johnsburg squad faces a mor­ tgage in excess of $65,000 on its new building, according to co-chairman Mark Justen, and the McHenry squad is just about meeting its operating costs. . McHenry has plans, however, to pur­ chase a new MICU (Mobile Intensive Care Unit), which easily can cost $60,000 or better. Proceeds from the event will be evenly split between the two squads to be applied to these pressing costs. Last JOHNSBURG SCHOOL'S 1980-81 BUILDING TRADES HOUSE CONTACT STEVE POLLOCK (385-4003) or OR PAT BINGMAN (385-6916) FOR MORE INFORMATION ONLY $82,000.00 OFFERS ALL THESE FEATURES: • '/2 ACRE • ONE STORY RANCH • FULL BASEMENT • TWO CAR GARAGE • THREE BEDROOMS • 1876 Sq. FEET • BRICK FIREPLACE • CARPETING THROUGHOUT • TWO FULL BATHS • ASPHALT DRIVE EARLY „ MEMBERSHIPS , DISCOUNT \Wt SAVE NOW Yf JOIN US BEFORE AUGUST 31,1911 AND SAVE ON YOUR YEARLY MEMBERSHIP FOR THE 'II-W SEASON. ALL MEMBERSHIPS WILL GO UP 20% ON SEPTEMBER 1, Ml INDIVIDUAL NOW $50 FAMILY MOiftw U3M1 NOW $75 Li' courts RACQUET BALLCLUB year, with just one of the rescue squads involved, 142 tickets were sold. This raised about $8,500, enabling the McHenry squad to purchase a cardio defribillator which already has helped save lives. The price of the unit was $7,000, a reminder that the cost of saving lives is rather high. Thus, this year's goal is to sell a minimum of 300 tickets to help support the important work of these volunteers. Each of the squads has a roster of nearly 40 people, and the two groups have a combined 39 years of service to the community. The two squads respond to nearly 1,500 calls a year. It is especially important that this goal be met in order to offset major expenditures. Operating and equip­ ment coats are met strictly through the fund raising efforts of squad members. With th^ exception of some revenue sharing ^gifts--each of the squads received $4,000 from the township and the McHenry City Council generously donated $5,000 to the McHenry squad - all monies come from private resources. There is a $100 ticket price ($125 with a dinner guest). As one participant notes, "Even if the event weren't raising money for a group providing vital community services, it would be a bargain. The fact that it does support the important work of the rescue squads makes it even more of a bargain. And it's tax deductible too." Tickets can be purchased from any member of the Rescue squad. For additional information, call 385-4300. National Scholarships To '81 High School Graduates i CHRISTINE HILLER INGEBORG DSCHIDA Two recent graduates, one from Johnsburg high school and the other from Marian Central, have been honored as recipients of national scholarships. They are Ingeborg Dschida and Christine Hiller. Ingeborg A'. Dschida, a Johnsburg high graduate, has received a $1,000 national scholarship competing against 15,000 students from throughout the United States. Miss Dschida, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Dschida, 4003 Spring Grove road, McHenry, is one of 250 winners announced in the National Honor society Scholarship program. Head Start To Open Sept. 8 Head Start, a pre-school for 3 to 5- year-olds from low income families, as defined by federal guidelines, will begin a new season Tuesday, September 8, 1981. Head Start registration will be held Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 19 and 20, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Head Start main office, which is located at 113M> Benton street, Woodstock. Those interested in enrolling a child should come in that day or call 338-8790 to learn more about the program and ask for JoAnn Koth, social worker; or Lyle Johnson, director. Head Start has been operating in McHenry county for the past 16 years, with centers in Harvard and McHenry. A new center is also opening up this year in Crystal Lake. The McHenry center is located at 3717 W. Main street, in the First United Methodist church. The Head Start program offers pre­ schoolers social and developmental group activities as well as individual programming when needed. Head Start also offers services to handicapped pre­ schoolers. There is a daily nutrition program including a supplement in the morning and a hot lunch at noon. The medical program includes physical and dental exams with follow-up and-or referral as necessary. These education, medical, nutrition, social service and parent involvement programs arc offered to all children enrolled in the program. The centers will be open Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., September through May. The dunk tank will be an extra added Fiesta Follow-up Features all, according to Officer Jenkins, spokesman for the association. The fun of Fiesta Days goes on with a special Frontier Follow-Up Friday, Aug. 14, when the Pearl street park is the site for an evening of music and dancing in country western style. Sponsored by the McHenry Chamber of Commerce, this added attraction is a bonus p^qmyutfe to make up for Theme nightduring Fiesta Days, when the scheduled band was unable to keep its commitment to appear. Because the 1981 summerfest is of- feature at the Fiesta follow-up at Pearl street park Friday night. The McHenry Police association traditionally provide an opportunity for everyone to "dunk their favorite cop" during Fiesta Days for fun and for the benefit of the children's bowling league which their association sponsors. Since they were rained out this year, they are taking advantage of this second op­ portunity for everyone to "cool off" and make their bowling season better for Each high school National Honor society chapter was permitted to nominate two senior students based on their leadership, scholastic achievement, character and service. Nominees had to 'submit a form outlining their participation in service organizations, club; accomplishments, in the arts and sciences, employment experience, and academic record. "Miss -Dschida has demonstrated outstanding ability in her academic work and service to her shcool. She's a fine example of the outstanding calibre of young people in America's high schools," said Scott Thomson, executive director, National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). While at Johnsburg high school, Ingeborg was Student Council vice- president, secretary, and parliamentarian; treasurer, senior class; member, county honors band; and Illinois State Scholar; and winner of the Golden Quill award in Journalism and the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen award. She will study mechanical engineering at Marquette University. St. Clara Court, No. 659, National Catholic Society of Foresters, has announced that Christine Hiller, 2101 N. Riverside drive, McHenry, hat been awarded a two-year technical institute scholarship of $300 per year by the NCSF. Miss Hiller, a 1981 graduate of Marian Central high school, will be attending Robert Morris Business college in Carthage,, where she will study secretarial science. The National Catholic Society of Foresters, a fraternal life insurance society, offers 10 four-year college scholarships and 10 two-year technical insitute scholarships throughout the country. Winners of these competitive scholarships are chosen on the basis of scholastic records, character, leadership and service. This year the applicants also submitted an essay entitled, "Why I Decided on My Chosen Field". Christine is the daughter of Mrs. Paul Hiller. ficially over, this musical event will be the kickoff for the 1962 Fireworks fund, with all proceeds from the beer wagon, and a percentage of proceeds from the other concessions, starting the' ball rolling for a spectacular Independence day celebration next year. From 8 to 11 p.m. the band will bring its sprightly, down home musical , talents to McHenry, and dairy frost cones, pop, beer, and a full concessions J stand round out the evening. The * Chamber of Commerce wishing well will also be in the park for anyone who * would like to help start the Fireworks * fund by tossing in a contribution. *' Legion Post 491 Aids Vietnam Vets Memorial At the American Legion National convention of 1980, the delegates voted unanimously to support the building of a national memorial honoring all Americans who served in Vietnam, especially those who died serving their country and those still missing. Congress has set aside land in Washington D.C. for this memorial but the construction and all other costs must be raised from private con­ tributions. The members of McHenry American Legion Post No. 491, are asking for the support of local businesses; community organizations and individuals to help in this effort to properly show ap­ preciation to those who fought courageously in Vietnam. There are containers for con­ tributions at different businesses in MeHenry. Those who wish to con­ tribute by check should make it payable to: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Inc., and send -it to American Legion Post 491, P.O. Box 447, McHenry. Pre-Trial Hearing Of Hospital Sept. 2 SHAW MEDIA NEWS SERVICE A lawsuit naming McHenry hospital, a former physician and two former nurses and charging professional negligence has been brought in 19th Judicial Circuit court. The pre-trial hearings have been scheduled for Sept. 2 before Judge Roland Herrmann. The complaint was filed in 1979 by the First National Bank of Chicago, acting as special guardian for the estate of Jason Toepper and his parents, Jane and Jim Toepper. We Arc Now| Open 7 Day A Weuk For Lunch and According to the complaint, Jason Toepper was born Jan. 24, 1978, with severe brain damage as a "direct and proximate" result of one or more negligent acts by nurses R. Miller, L.L. Ulrich and Dr. Richard R. Adams. The suit seeks in excess of $60,000 to fairly and adequately compensate the Toeppers, plus the costs of the action. Several lawyers, representing five law firms are involved in the matter, and since the transcript of record was moved from Cook county to McHenry county in March of this year, there have been 74 motions, notices and ap­ pearances in the local court, all before Judge Herrmann, with the exception of one. The plaintiffs have demanded a jury trial, and unless the suit is settled out of court, it is expected that the jury selection and trial will go on for some time. COUNTY BOARD MEETS The regular August meeting of the McHenry County board will be held Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 9 a.m. in the county courthouse, 2200 N. Seminary avenue, Woodstock. Every Friday, Saturday & SundayO •J v~ • D , DRINK & DANCE Now thru Octoberfest! IN out NIWLY DICOMATID tATHSftfllft t UAUTIfUl OUTOOOK OANCf PAVILION llw Mv./C br lUSHGfN KAMftADfN » Th» BAVARIAN OANCf (ANO >tl. IVINING $ It II SUN AffltNOON 1 f S 815-455-3330 I Virginia Rd. 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