Unprofessional Debate Over Teacher Pay at Lake Park
Itasca teacher Fred Risinger responds to a Fenton letter to the editor, defending Lake Park’s merit based pay concept and criticizing broad attacks. He notes Lake Park’s high tax rate, low per pupil cost, and commitment to improving productivity while respecting diversity of approaches in education.
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Lake Park High School
Fenton
Briderthal
Lake Park
Arlington Heights Updates Fair Housing Ordinance
A village board extends and updates the Arlington Heights fair housing ordinance praising equal rights. Supporters argue licensing Realtors strengthens the law and aligns local rules with the 1968 Civil Rights Act to combat discrimination in housing.
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Arlington Heights
Supreme Court
Promoting Attendance at Local High School Events
Local sports writer urges action to boost turnout for Paddock area high school football and basketball games through imaginative sales promotions. He calls on athletic departments and students to coordinate weekend promotions to attract both young and old to now under attended games.
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Larry Mlynczak
The
Herald
Paddock Area
Larry
Concerned Parents Back Teachers at Cardinal Drive School
A letter from Concerned Teacher Backers defending Cardinal Drive School staff expresses strong support for teachers and dismisses critical remarks from a June meeting. The open letter, signed by parents from the Enlightened Parents of Palatine, stresses confidence in teaching and denounces alleged defaming claims.
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Cardinal Drive School
Rolling Meadows
Palatine
Omiatek
Correction to Indian series on hiring at Vapor Corp
Reader credits Barry Sigale and Paddock Publications for the American Indian series but corrects a misattribution. The statement about not hiring Indians came from Vapor Corp personnel, not Montgomery Ward. Vic Runnels urges transparent discussion and invites reader letters under 500 words signed with name and address.
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Barry Sigale
Paddock Publications
Montgomery Ward
Vapor Corp
Ward
Fence Post
Arlington Heights
Ill
Owes happiness to Maryville and River Trails staff
A Maryville graduate fondly recalls years of supportive programs at Maryville and River Trails. The writer thanks staff for safety, education, and youthful activities, praising sports coverage by Paul Logan and campus life that shaped a well rounded individual.
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Maryville
River Trails
Paul Logan
Suburbia
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