Staff development in education and the NIE role
The article discusses the rise of staff development in schools over the last two decades, driven by a nationwide NIE network including the North Central Educational Regional Laboratory in Oak Brook. It emphasizes improving student achievement through in service training, curriculum choices, teaching methods, and supportive environments amid rapid educational change.
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National Institute For Education
N.I.E
North Central Educational Regional Laboratory
Oak Brook
Congress
Understanding learning styles in staff development
The article argues for continuous staff development to tailor teaching to student learning styles identified by Hanson, Silver, and Strong. It outlines four styles Mastery, Understanding, Self-Expressive, and Interpersonal, and notes teachers often teach as they learned. It concludes with the need for varied delivery methods to reach all students.
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Hanson, Silver
Strong
Princeton
N.J
Thanks to all who backed Flossmoor Library sale
Readers thank donors and volunteers for the Friends of the Flossmoor Library summer book sale which raised nearly $1,000 for programs and materials. The list of instrumental helpers includes Pam and Bill Kelly, Jane Ward, Linda Boskelly, and many others.
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Friends of the Flossmoor Library
Pam
Bill Kelly
Jane Ward
Linda Boskelly
Chris Tozer
Stanley Reed
Matt O’brien
Tracy Calabrese
Rosemary Ibis
Leah Oliner
Kathleen Leitelt
Cecily Hunt
Ashley
Ali Wessendorf
Harriet Clowes
Sara VanderVoort
Shirley Kline
Millie Prendergast
Dee Canfield
Chris
Lou Schmitt
Katie Disabato
Nikki Ulrich
Annabeth
A.J. Tisoncik
Stephanie Slowinski
Jane
Katie Harper
Kathy Tisoncik
Flossmoor Public Library
Stand Up Now Against Starr Report and Clinton Fallout
Charles McGhee of Chicago Heights argues that the Starr report corrupts due process and constitutionally guaranteed liberties. He warns the right wing seeks control to install their agenda, risking a nation resembling neo fascism and a dismal political theater.
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Clinton
Starr
Ms. Lewinsky
H.L. Mencken
Nazi Germany
Charles McGhee
Chicago Heights
Citizen complains of patrol car shortage in Chicago Heights
In a letter to the editor Jean Rothberg questions police staffing, citing only two patrol cars on night shifts. She urges better protection for residents, noting safety concerns for early morning and evening commuters. Police Chief Gary Billups responds, stating seven to ten cars from 7 to 10 p.m. and four to five cars from 4 to 8 a.m. are on patrol, depending on schedule.
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Chicago Heights
Jean Rothberg
Gary Billups
Re election endorsement for Carol Moseley Braun
Dwight D. Welch mayor of Country Club Hills endorses Carol Moseley Braun for U S Senate citing her work on school funding tax relief community policing federal crime bill funding for over 4100 Illinois officers and crime reduction in Country Club Hills. Welch urges citizens to back her re election.
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Carol Moseley-Braun
U.S. Senate
Illinois
Country Club Hills
Sen
Moseley-Braun
Dwight D. Welch
City of
Wake up to health care myths and hidden agendas
A critical alert targets readers about health plans and HMOs, warning that age care networks and corporate executives may prioritize profits over patient care. It urges skepticism of media hype and advised seniors to avoid switching from traditional Medicare to managed care in coming months.
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John Q
Campaign praise from a working woman for Pam Wood ward
A working woman lauds state senator candidate Pam Wood ward for addressing women’s frustrations with demanding 15 hour days and ongoing commitments. The message highlights appreciation for a candidate who stands up for women’s needs.
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Pam Woodward
Mindless Column Praises Clinton On Dignity Amid Scandal
In Mary Paleologos September column she lauds Hillary Clinton for dignity while standing by her husband, calling her a realist despite alleged marital infidelity. The piece contrasts future candidates with real-world betrayals and critiques public reactions to such gossip and political performance.
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Mary Paleologos
Hillary Clinton
Hillary
Bosnia
Congress
Monica Lewinsky
Ms. Paleologos
Kosel Seeks Reelection for 38th District
George and Jacqui Collins of Richton Park endorse Renee Kosel, a former Lincoln Way High School District 210 board member and first term state representative, praising her honesty and focus on families seniors and education while seeking a second term to continue representing the 38th District.
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Lincoln Way
Renee Kosel
George
Jacqui Collins
Richton Park
Double standard claims in Sunday Star letter page
A reader decries perceived racial bias in coverage of a Ford Heights murder and a local NAACP discrimination complaint. The writer argues white victims receive global outrage while black suspects avoid similar scrutiny and urges focus on genuine equality.
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Sunday Star
Ford Heights
Jesse Jackson
United States
The
NAACP
Will's projection fuels race debate over Mosely Braun
The commentary questions George Will's defeatist projection of Senator Carol Moseley Braun and argues the attack mirrors long history of bigotry. It praises Moseley Braun for performing duties well despite unwarranted criticism and notes NOW's endorsement, contrasting her with a wealth driven opponent.
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George Will
Carol Mosely-Braun
Will
U.S
America
National Organization of Women
Sen
Mosely Braun
U.S. Senate
Rush to Judgment About The President’s Impeachment
A reader urges fair process before judging the president, defending Clinton, criticizing Republican tactics, and calling for hearing both sides before a decision. The message emphasizes forgiveness and asks to avoid rushing to judgment.
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Clinton
Starr
U.S.A
Wally McElligott
Peotone
Editor contacts for Star News newsroom
The email addresses listed include Franklin R. Shuftan editor fshuftan interaccess.com Margaret Seltzner assistant editor news seltzner interaccess.com Dennis R Wheeler editorial page editor dwheel interaccess.com Joanne Zerkel features editor jzerkel interaccess.com General newsroom starnews interaccess.com
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Franklin R. Shuftan
Fshuftan
Interaccess
Margaret Seltzner
Seltzner
Dennis R. Wheeler
Dwheel
Joanne Zerkel
Jzerkel
General Newsroom
Starnews
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New Lenox
Frankfort
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Kosel
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