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December 1, 1928 WINNETKA TALK 57 School Catechism for Illinois Has Much Information Supt. Carleton Washburne, of the Winnetka Public schools, has been no- tified that in response to numerous requests for information concerning the school system of Illinois, the Illi- nois State Teachers association has just issued a "Public School Catechism for Illinois." It is a 16 page pamphlet of 60 questions and answers prepared by the research department from offi- cial reports in the office of the su- perintendent of public instruction and other authentic sources. Its purposes are to furnish correct information con- cerning the common schools, to pro- mote an understanding of their prob- lems, and to create an interest in the solution of those problems. The members of the I. S. T. A. real- ize that the public school system is a state institution belonging to the peo- ple, paid for by the people, and con- trolled by officials elected by the peo- ple. They know also that the changes and improvements necessary in the system from time to time must be guided by correct and authentic infor- mation concerning the system. The catechism is designed to impart such information. It will be found useful by parent-teacher associations, wo- men's clubs, chambers of commerce, the members of civic organizations, and all other individuals and organi- zations interested in the proper devel- opment of our public schools. Sample Questions Here are a few samples of the ques- tions and answers given: Q. How many pupils are in the Illi- nois public common schools? A. Kindergartens ..... IEE 59,628 Elementary schools ..... 1,046, 755 High schools ............ 251 ,255 Total enrollment, (1927) ..1,357,638 Q. How rapidly has the high school enrollment increased? A. During the last 27 years the high school enrollment has increased 548% although the general population of the State has increased but 45%. The high school enrollment in 1900 was 38,758; in 1910, 63,302; in 1920, 127,821; and in 1927 251,255. Q.-How many school districts are there in Illinois? A. Illinois has 116 consolidated dis- tricts; nearly 500 township and com- munity high schools; 106 two-year high schools; 171 three-year high schools; 682 four-year high schools; 10,142 one-room country schools; total number of districts, unit system and otherwise, 11,971. Illinois has mode districts and more one-room schools than any other state in the Union. Q. What is being done in various states to encourage the abandonment of small schools? A. Twelve states aid in building con- solidated school buildings by giving funds or by lending money at reason- able rates of interest. Special bonuses to encourage con- solidation are awarded in 17 states. Twenty-five states grant specific aid in financing transportation of school children. Seventeen states have set specific distances beyond which children must be furnished with transportation. The mandatory closing of schools of small attendance is provided for in 12 states. 51,% MONEY Have funds to loan on choice im- proved North Shore Suburban res- idence property at 5% % interest. See us on renewals. E. G. Pauling & Co. 5 N. LaSalle St. Main 0250 BARRY'S BIG CARPET, RUG and LINOLEUM SALE Starting December 1st and continuing all month. Open Saturday Evenings Until 9 P. M. DAVID G. BARRY Established in 1920 806-810 GROVE ST. - - - - = Private Parking Space Phones: University 5712 Greenleaf 2300 The Largest Exclusive Carpet, Rug and Linoleum Store North of the "Loop" Bor ustiond Church _ ber fifth. DECEMBER 2, 1928 DR. NEHEMIAH BOYNTON will again be the preacher. His subject will be "MUSTARD SEEDS AND MOUNTAINS" The Yule Lane Holiday Shops The Yule Lane Holiday Shops will open in Com- munity House on Tuesday, December fourth at one- thirty, and continue through Wednesday, Decem- Success Encourages These: "They Can Who Believe They Can!" F you have that self-confidence and de- termined spirit to get ahead . . . if you're industrious, reliable and economical . . . you're a man with whom we like to deal. For, with those qualities, you understand the value of money and can appreciate Experienced Ad- vice pertaining thereto. And as; You "carry on" toward your goal, we want you to feel free to discuss your every Financial Problem with us. This Bank and all its facilities are at your service! Let's get Acquainted. Hubbard Woods Trust & Savings Bank 952 Linden Avenue Hubbard Woods ys