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The October School Referendums PAGE 17 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1977 The Village of Holiday Hills HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 156 (This is the third in a series of articles prepared by High School District 156 to inform citizens of the facts about the high school referendum scheduled Saturday, Oct 22.) What Are The Facts On The High School Referendum? The high school board of education has made major cuts for 1978- 79. Those cuts which total $400,000 were detailed in this column last week. These cuts will not, however, totally solve the financial crisis in the district. Without successful passage of the referendum, the Board will have to make more cuts in the future. Not since 1971 has the board gone to the taxpayers for a tax rate increase. How Much Of A Tax Rate Increase Is Needed? $.40 in the Education fund and $.15 in the Operation and Maintenance fund for a total of $.55. Your support is needed in both funds. This will require a "Yes" vote on both sections of the ballot. What Will $.55 Tax Rate Increase Do To My Tax BiU? Check your tax bill. If The Equalized Assessed Value Of Your Home Is: $10,000 you will pay an additional .15 daily 1.05 weekly 4.58 monthly 55 yearly $15,000 you will pay an additional .22 daily 1.58 weekly 6.87 monthly 82.50 yearly $20,000 you will pay an additional .30 daily 2.10 weekly 9.16 monthly 110 yearly The needs of the high school district are critical. The tax rate increase is absolutely necessary if we are not going to seriously hurt our schools, children, and community. All studies indicate that severe cuts must be made if the tax rate increase is not approved. The choice is yours. What do* you want for your community and students? GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT 15 (The following questions and answers have been prepared bv School District 15 to better inform voters in the Oct. 15 referendum, at which time the public will be asked to support an increase in the Education, and Building Maintenance fund rates). Is It Possible That State Aid Can Bail Us Out Of Our Income Problems? Not likely. The state has not paid its prescribed share to our school district for the past three years. State aid received has ranged from 88 to 94 per cent of their legal commitment. Other state funded school programs have been cut back drastically in their funding. With this past record, together with our projection of State funding, we can be fairly confident that the State will not bail us out. If we are to maintain our present quality program, we must receive additional funds from property taxes paid locally. What Assurances Do We Have That Our Children Are Getting What They Need? What Are The Educational Results? In basic education - the three R's - our children are getting a solid foundation. Recent standardized test scores show mat students in McHenry District 15 continue to score above the national averages in vocabulary, reading, language, and arithmetic. What Else Do We Do Educationally? District 15 schools provide their students with a well rounded program of instruction. In addition to the three R's, students are offered instruction in music, art, drama, physical education, home economics, and industrial arts. The Pupil Personnel Services provides guidance, social work, speech correction, and learning disability services. In all of these areas, the district's goal is to demand excellence within the limit of each child's ability, and also to provide for the personal and emotional needs of each student. Couldn't You Eliminate Special Education And Other Mandated Programs? No! A mandated program is one required by law. The school code requires that we provide classes to meet the needs of every child including those with physical, mental and emotional han­ dicaps. We are now obligated to provide for the special education needs of youngsters from the age of 3 years which represents an additional increase in expenditures. The State also sets the standard for special education classes, giving only a partial subsidy to help defray costs. Last school year, 1976-77, District 15 spent $128,000 for special education services provided by the Special Education District of McHenry County (SEDOM) and another $80,000 for those provided within the District. Among other programs mandated by the state without adequate funding are health education, gifted education, safety education, consumer education, and environmental studies. Has There Been An Increase In The State Mandated Programs Without Adequate Funding? Yes! The mandated programs referenced above have had a continuous flow of refinements and revisions which, in the end, cost the schools more money. Since the State does not fund these programs adequately, the burden falls on the local districts. Has The Assessed VAluation Of District 15 Increased Since 1970? Yes, the assessed valuation of the school district has increased some 26 percent since 1970. During the same period, the expenditures in the Operations, Building and Maintenance fund have increased over 30 percent while the increase in the Education fund has been 87 percent. CHERI HOGLUND ROSEMARY HOLTZ 385-3944 344-0615 December Deadline For Back j' Fire-Emergency Tips j gm scout News Circuit Breaker Benefits Only a short time remains for senior citizens and disabled persons to apply for retroactive cash benefits under the State's Circuit Breaker program, Josephine K. Oblinger, director of the Illinois Department on Aging, said this week. Although a bill (House Bill 44) signed recently by the Governor will provide ex­ panded benefits to older and disabled homeowners and renters next year, they will no longer be able to file for back years' benefits after Dec. 31, 1977. "I am asking all organizations and individuals working with older persons to make a concerted effort during the remainder of 1977 in seeking out older persons who may be eligible for circuit bleaker benefits," she said. 'We are most concealed with older persons who have become isolated from the mainstream of community life. They do not belong to social clubs or attend churches. They may not have access to a telephone, sub­ scribe to newspaper or own a television set. In short, they have become almost invisible," she continued. The objective of the tax relief program is to assist older or disabled persons living on low incomes with high rents or excessive property taxes to remain in their own homes. Currently, Ilinois residents who are 65 years of age or older or who are disabled may apply for benefits if their gross income is less than $10,000. For the tax year 1975 ap­ proximately $57 million has been awarded in rebates through) the program. For that year, more than 200,000 persons have received tax refunds in the average amount of $170.63. Approximately 293,000 persons also received an average refund of $79.56 through the program's additional grant. 'Anyone aware of older persons who may be in difficult financial circumstances should help them secure a copy of Illinois Form 1363 and apply for the tax relief grants for whatever years since 1971 for which they may be eligible," Mrs. Oblinger emphasized. "Forms are available from Circuit Breaker division, Illinois Department of Revenue, Box 3124, Springfield, 111., 62708. For additional in­ formation or assistance, you can call toll-free, 1-800-252-8972 or 1-800-252-6565. You may also write to Aging, Box 60, Springfield, fil., 62705." After the Dec. 31, 1977, deadline, persons will be able to claim the tax relief for only 1977 and they will have only twelve months in which to apply. It is important to remember in­ dividuals must apply for the tax rebate benefit each year. Parenthood Classes A t H o s p i t a l N o v . 7 - 1 4 Bert Hanson, executive director of Memorial Hospital for McHenry County, has an­ nounced prosepctive mothers and fathers are invited to the two sessions of "Preparation for Parenthood" beginning Monday evening, Nov. 7. The second session will be Monday, Nov. 14. Both classes will start at 8 p.m. and are held in the hospital dining room. "In previous sessions, many fathers-to-be have attended in addition to the prospective mothers. We are very pleased with the interest in this program," Hanson said. The program is presented by Memorial Hospital for McHenry County in cooperation with members of the medical staff and the hospital staff. Each session will include movies and talks, and no charge of any kind is in­ volved. The films are "Prenatal Care" and "Labor and Delivery". A member of the medical staff will lead the discussion on prenatal and on labor and delivery at both the Nov. 7 and 14 sessions. Mrs. Fran Schlopp, R.N., obstetrical supervisor, will take part in the program. Included in the class schedule is a tour of the hospital's maternity depart­ ment. NEED FOSTER PARENTS Qualified foster parents are badly needed to provide shelter, guidance, and un­ derstanding for boys and girls, ages 14 to 17. Anyone interested in becoming a foster parent should call Kathy Willson or Betty Affield, McHenry County Department of Court Services, 338-2040 extension 300. EDUCATION SURVEY A sample of households in this area will take part in an annual survey on education to be taken the week of Oct. 17-22, by the Bureau of the Census. Stanley D. Moore, director of the Bureau's Regional office in Chicago, says that interviewers will visit homes to obtain in­ formation about the number of school years completed by household members. There will also be questions about current school enrollment at all levels from nursery school through college. This information is used to measure current trends in education and to determine the need for additional or ex­ panded educational facilities. (A series of articles on Fire Prevention and other emergencies written for your information by* the Fire Fighters of Company 1, McHenry) Don't Let Your Family Burn The burning of people is an epidemic in America. Deadly, nearly without public notice or concern, this epidemic takes thousands of lives. Hundreds of thousands of burn victims are treated by doctors or are ad­ mitted to hospitals for agonizing, lengthy treatment each year. At best, a person can be left scarred and somewhat disabled for life. Some burn victims say that living with the pain and the scars is worse than death. Children and older persons are the most likely victims of the burn epidemic. While adults often have the knowledge and the physical coordination to react correctly in an emergency, children and older persons often do nothing or do the wrong thing. They have not been alerted to the special dangers that face them in a fire or how to prevent a fire from occurring. Whal Can You Do? Teach and reward fire-safe behavior in your home. It is your job to convey your knowledge and expertise to those family members who need it and depend on you. Buy fabrics labeled flame- retardant, especially in sleepwear for children up to size 14. Ask that it be made available as well for the elderly. Get information from your state and federal represen­ tatives about the status of legislation on fire-retardant materials. What you should know about flame retardant fabrics and clothing: You should consider four qualities of fabric when you buy clothes especially for children and the elderly. These are weave, weight, texture and fiber. Loose weave, light­ weight, fuzzy fabrics made of flammable fibers will burn the fastest. Buy tight weave, heavy weight, smooth fabrics. Some/ safer fibers are made of glass, modacrylic, and wood. Cotton and rayon and other flammable fabrics can be made flame- retardant by treatment. If a fabric is treated, the label will show that it is flame-retardant. Treated fabric sold in fabric stores is also labeled flame- retardant. Loose-fitting garments are dangerous. You can unknowingly brush against an 3 open heater or allow a sleeve to > fall near a lighted stove burner. ^Loose-fitting, full clothing • allows burning both on the inside and the outside. Dress children in clothes that are the correct size. Avoid clothing that belongs to larger brothers and Sisters Avoid blouses, dresses, and nightgowns with full sleeves. Buy pajamas rather than nightgowns for girls. Holiday costumes should be labeled flame-retardant. Summing Up: Buy tight weave, heavy weight, smooth, non-flammable or flame- retardant fabric that is a reasonably close fit for the wearer. Launder fabrics labeled flame-retardant according to instructions. Do not dry clean or use bleach, fabric softener, non-phosphate detergents or soap on treated fabrics. They mask the flame-retardant qualities of fabrics that have been specially treated, use standard detergent. What if your clothes catch on fire? Drop down immediately; roll. Wrap up in blanket, coat, or rug to smother flames; remove smoldering clothing and call physician or am­ bulance. Never run -- never remain standing. VALLEY VIEW NEIGHBORHOOD The Girl Scout troops in Valley View Neighborhood (which includes McHenry, Johnsburg and most of the outlying areas) have begun their meetings with new en­ thusiasm, new ideas, and new programs. Right in line with that are many new girls and new adults, so why not a new activity to kick off the new year. As a "first" for Valley View, there will be a picnic for all registered girls and adults with their families Sunday, Oct. 16, at the new Girl Scout camp, Shabbona Hills. Every registered member is being notified through the troops and furnished with details and directions to the site. Come and meet some of the 550 people who will be actively involved in Girl Scouting this year* and see "where all that cookie money goes" when the new camp is toured. October Vows Of Love, Honor And Cherish The solemn vows to love, honor and cherish were repeated before family and friends as Joe Szamlewski, son of Bob and Betty, took Barb Smith as his lovely bride. Barb is the daughter of Karen Maras. Making the occasion truly a family affiar, the couple were served by brothers, sisters and cousins. Serving as attendants were Janet, Chris, Cathy and Kenny Szamlewski, Linda and Tammy Smith, Patty, Joey, Janis and Roy Maras, Debbie, Steve and Greg Schmitt, all from Holiday Hills. Guests who helped make the celebration memorable and who welcomed the newlyweds at a buffet dinner along with other wedding festivities were the Robertsons, Johnsons, Hoffmans, DeWitts, Wegeners, Foremans, Abbinks, Tuebers, Hughes and Schmidts. We congratulate the young couple as they start a new life together. SCHOOL DAZE A local restaurant was the fountain of knowledge for our Bluebird troop who always wanted to know about ham­ burgers but were afraid to ask. Leader and the girls: Heather Beltz, Kris Hoglund, Audra Micheals and Val Nothnagel were given a cook's tour of the establishment, allowed to fix the trimmings and then were treated to samples of some mighty fine eating. Brownie Troop 409 spent a peaceful and happy hour strolling through our own village on their first fall nature walk. The girls collected leaves and acorns while they enjoyed the fine autumn afternoon. The troop is planning on a Halloween field trip to Sheltering Oaks home in Island Lake. Parents should be busy making costumes for the special night and conset forms should be returned as soon as possible. Women's club presents its annual kick-off dinner. We see you enjoying a night of food and companionship at the McHenry V.F.W. hall begin­ ning at 5:30 for cocktails and dinner at 6 p.m. The images are fast fading but not before we see noted seer and prophetess, Irene Hughes, complementing our evening. Hurry- we see that tickets are being sold out rapidly (from Sherry Senn, Penny Appleyard, MaryAnn Mahon and Marge Connell. Predictably you will have a fine time. The Women's club will be holding its ever popular annual bazaar Nov. 19 at the V.F.W. in McHenry. Crafts and goodies will abound as the ladies turn out their "home-made best". Volunteers will be needed before the bazaar to help in preparations, on the day of the event to assist in sales and after, for the clean-up. In­ terested ladies should contact Sally Carroll to donate their time and services. WELCOME Our newest citizen, Christopher James Bryan, son of Jim and Phyliss, and baby brother of Paige. Christopher made his arrival the evening of Sept. 12. Congratulations to this fine family. GET WELL WISHES We are pleased to hear that Stevie Nothnagel has fully recovered from his recent surgery. Stevie is up and around and enjoying life as only a 5-year-old can. CONDOLENCES We extend our sincere sympathy to Bill and Rosemary Holtz and family on the sudden death of Bill's mom in Mississippi. We ask the Lord to comfort those who mourn. BIRTHDAY BOUQUETS Go to Kimmie White Oct. 12 and Bill Boettcher and Bev Saunders Oct. 12. HAVE A NICE DAY Romance Courtship makes a man spoon, but it's matrimony which makes WOMEN'S CLUB f°rk 0Ve-- Gaze into our crystal ball as Egyptian Cotton the future unfolds before your Entensive cultivation of cotton, very eyes. evening Egypt's major crop, produces of Oct. 26 as ohe of pure .one and a half as much per acre pleasure as the Holiday Hills as in the United States. The Veterans administration plans to begin construction of new hospitals at Richmond, VA., and Bay Pines, Fla., this year. DIAL Ays PRAYER 385-1234 FREE ESTIMATES! SPECIAL!!! •GUTTERS CLEANED •MINOR REPAIRS AVERAGE HOUSE NOW $ |995 tSEAMLESS ALUMINUM GUTTERS OUR SPECIALITY!! GUTTERS UNLIMITED (815) 385-9427 - (815) 653-9720 SHOfS (9 /FO* NEW! SPECIAL! « « « a n d S u e d e Only $10.90 or two pairs for $19.90 (Regular price $13.99) Here's a cool shoe for "activists" of every size, shape and age. Newest casual look, with mesh-and-suede combination. Pleasant comfort. 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