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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1998
Page
9
A white female letter writer defends her view of race in America. She argues white people have not received special treatment and criticizes perceived anti white sentiment. She contends some Black Americans carry chips on their shoulders and urges unity beyond labels.
The Star reports Matteson residents discuss zoning denial of a mural request for the Iceland Cafe at Route 30 and Cicero. Community members criticize a quoted remark by Judy Haldane as offensive while urging focus on filling village vacancies with new businesses.
A reader questions Mary Paleologos's Sept 13 editorial asserting that "super-smart, super-powerful" men are expected to cheat, asking if the standard applies to women like Golda Meir and Margaret Thatcher. The letter then praises district leaders and attorney Bob Ellch for addressing teachers' salary needs and retention, thanking them for serving the children.
Michael D Turay urges Crete Monee 2010 district leaders and local officials to plan for future revenue increases after gubernatorial candidates fail to offer lasting fixes. He calls for community hearings after elections to decide how to support public education and refers to pending, uncertain outcomes for Monee Elementary and Talala schools.
Readers relay a mix of local opinions and endorsements. The writer defends a satirical remark about foreign aid and clarifies not opposing aid to Israel, while praising Andy Qunell and contrasting him with opponent Scully over taxes for seniors. Community acknowledgments thank volunteers and donors to Knights of Columbus Council 997 and local service groups.
A letter from Bill Galle of Park Forest questions a move to create village wards in Hazel Crest, arguing the current trusted governance should remain. He references a Sept. 13 Star article on the Holden subdivision near Metra, Park Forest borders, and Old Plank Road Trail, and notes possible geographic confusion and local confusion about directions.
The article argues high schools must abandon 1950s one size fits all methods. It cites 1950 graduation and college attendance rates versus 2010s outcomes and urges diverse, research driven programs tailored to individual learners to ensure success for all. District 230 pursues varied learning opportunities to fit strengths and weaknesses.
Tim Brown, superintendent of Consolidated Community District 230, notes that while team teaching and varied instructional approaches show promise at Stagg Sandburg and Andrew high schools, not all students should be placed into teams. He advocates flexible programs to suit individual needs across Stagg Sandburg Andrew and Victor Andrew High Schools in Palos Hills Orland Park and Tinley Park.
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