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Community Bank of Elmhurst robbed

Perpetrator displays gun to teller; absconds with undisclosed amount of money

By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

According to a release issued by Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth, Elmhurst police are currently investigating an armed bank robbery that

occurred at the main branch of Community Bank of Elmhurst at 330 Butterfield Rd. On Thursday, May 18 at 5 p.m., a white male described as about age 35, about 6’, 160 lbs, with a buzz-

cut, wearing sunglasses and a white/ blue striped hoodie with blue jeans entered the bank and announced a robbery to the teller. It was reported that a handgun was displayed to the teller in the suspect’s waistband.

The offender fled the scene in a white Toyota Tundra pick-up with the lift gate down, heading eastbound on Butterfield Rd. with an undetermined amount of cash. Elmhurst police evidence techni-

cians have processed the scene and are currently working with agents from the FBI. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact the Elmhurst Police Department at 630-530-3050.

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Cops on Top — of their game

It was raining pretty heavily on the morning of Friday, May 19 when members of the Elmhurst Police Department and the Elmhurst Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association were planning to be on the roofs of two area Dunkin’ Donuts in Elmhurst. Members of the Elmhurst Police Department may not have been “on top” of the Dunkin’ Donuts, but we know they’re always on top of their game! Pictured are (from left): Jon Szablewski, Dennis Kazarian, Wayne Johnson, Steve Mandat and Nick Waldenmeyer. It was later reported that between the two locations, more than $5000 was raised for Illinois Special Olympics.

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Due to the Memorial Day holiday, next week the Independent will arrive at homes one day later than usual.

Registration opens for 13th annual 4 on the 4th run Registration is open for the 13th annual Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th race. The 4-mile chip-timed run steps off at 7:15 a.m., Tuesday, July 4, starting and finishing at Elmhurst College. A 1-kilometer Kids (12-and-un-

der) race follows at 8:25 a.m. The 4 on the 4th’s beneficiary is the Elmhurst Children’s Assistance Foundation. This year, the race will honor Darryl May, a club and race founder who passed away earlier this year, the race is presented by InMotion

Foot & Ankle Center in Elmhurst. “This race if about fitness, fun, family and celebrating the Fourth of July in style,” said race director Bob Richards of the Elmhurst Running Club. “Once again, we have not raised our entry fee, and until June 5, it is discounted $5 across the board.

We hope runners around town sign up soon to take advantage of this.” The 4 on the 4th race is one of 15 in the Chicago area named to the 2017 Chicago Area Runners Association Runners Choice Circuit. For race information or to register, go to 4on4th.com.

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Terri Hemmert to receive honorary doctorate from Elmhurst College

Life-long Beatles fan reflects on college days, famous folks, her busy life today

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It’s hard to imagine anyone living in Chicago who is not familiar with disc jockey Terri Hemmert of WXRT radio, if not from her radio show, then from her many other endeavors — her teaching at Columbia School of Broadcasting, her lectures for the Chicago Symphony, her involvement with BeatleFest, now in its 43rd year. What is she most proud of? “I beat cancer!” Hemmert proudly told The Independent in an exclusive interview. Hemmert has had quite a few health problems over recent years, cancer being just one of them. Having beat cancer has given her new energy and a new lease on life — although she admittedly still gets tired easily. The Independent happened to talk to Hemmert on a day she was leaving after her on-air shift at WXRT to go to Wrigley Field for the Cubs game where she and a group of others were to be recognized before the opening pitch.

To be honored at Elmhurst College graduation Hemmert will be in town on Saturday, May 27 for graduation ceremonies at her alma mater, Elmhurst College, which will bestow an Honorary Doctorate on the popular radio personality. “I am shocked, I mean, I am

stunned to be receiving an Honorary Doctorate. I wonder if they know I was on academic probation in my sophomore year?” she said with a laugh. “I don’t know if that Terri Hemmert makes me eligible for a doctorate!” She also said she never thought her name would appear in the same sentence with Doc Severinson, who will receive a similar honor on Saturday. Severinson was the long-time band leader on the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. Rubbing elbows with celebrities As a disc jockey for more than 40 years, Hemmert has had ample opportunities to meet a number of celebrities throughout her career. Asked her favorite, she’s quick to answer. “Paul McCartney,” said the long-time Beatles fan. “He is just a well-grounded, nice guy, very real, very genuine and down to earth.” She recalled a few years ago when McCartney was coming to perform at Wrigley Field and she was waiting in the wings along with several VIPs including then-Governor Pat Quinn. “I held my hand out [to McCartney] and said, ‘hi, I’m Terri’ and right away, he said, ‘hey I know you!’ He

remembered me and gave me a big hug.” That even impressed Governor Quinn. “The governor said, ‘Wow, you even got a hug,’” she recalled. “I was just happy that [McCartney] remembered me!” Other people she has met include Ringo Starr and Yoko Ono. “Yoko Ono is an amazing person,” Hemmert said. “I worked with her when we built the Peace exhibit and she’s so funny, very bright and a sweet person, not at all like her reputation for having split up the Beatles or anything like that.” Regarding her career in radio, Hemmert said, “the Beatles were responsible for all this.” Where it all began… “Growing up in a small town in Ohio, I first saw the Beatles on Ed Sullivan,” she said. “Then one day, I was reading a fan magazine (hidden inside my geography book) and I saw Jim Stagg pictured inside meeting the Beatles. I thought to myself, if I could become a disc jockey, I could meet famous people like the Beatles. I read up on Jim Stagg a little more and found out how he had been on the road with them. Later, he loaned me all his tapes.” While she was still in high school, a friend invited Hemmert to visit her for senior visitation weekend at Elmhurst College.

“Just come out and check this school out, she said,” Hemmert recalled. “By the end of the weekend, I knew that’s where I wanted to be for sure. It just felt like home to me, like I really belonged. It was the perfect school for me.” College has major impact on her life Hemmert said her education at Elmhurst College affected her “in a profound way.” “The school prepares you not just for success in your career, it also shows you how to change the world, how to look out for somebody other than yourself,” she said. “My parents instilled in me to give back and so did Elmhurst College and that’s the most satisfying thing. You can have all the success in the world, but without giving back, it’s just so empty. So I’ve always been active in giving back to the community.” Her advice to the graduates of Elmhurst College: “When people start college, people often don’t even know what they want to do,” she said. “If you have that fire in your belly and your pulse races and you can barely stand up, then follow that! There are no guarantees in life, but if you start something and it’s not the right thing, chances are it will still lead you to find something along the way. “But its the journey that’s important.”

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Detective takes oath for Police Sergeant

DEE LONGFELLOW PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

Elmhurst Police Detective Brendan Bruckner is joined by his family and Police Chief Michael Ruth (behind Bruckner) as he accepts his new badge from Mayor Steve Morley, who swore him in for his promotion from Detective to Sergeant at the City Council meeting on Monday, May 15.

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To the rescue:

Local company helps Int’l Humane Society save dogs slated for slaughter By Dee Longfellow

FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT

It sounded a bit sensational, perhaps a little over-the-top when the Independent heard about a local effort to “rescue dogs from Korean restaurants.” It conjured up scenes from Lady & The Tramp, where dogs might be sharing a plate of spaghetti in the alley behind a restaurant until someone comes and snatches them away. The real story isn’t quite that grandiose, but it’s a story nonetheless. Elmhurst Animal Care Center (EACC) has been part of saving dogs from overseas along with a local company called Magnificent Mutts & Meows, owned by Linda Latelle. She was contacted by the Humane Society International to assist finding a place for ten dogs saved from a meat market in South Korea. “They were named ‘The Magnificent 10,’” said Becky Nemchock, who put the Independent in touch with Latelle for an interview. “As you can imagine, they needed lots of love, attention and patience. EACC was able to provide them with lots of care and a number of them have been adopted to loving homes.” Latelle was able to tell her story. “I’m partners with the Humane Society International (HSI), I’m considered an emergency placement partner,” she told the Independent in an exclusive interview. “I’m the only one in Illinois.” She went on to say that one of the missions of HSI is to go over to South Korea and other countries like Thailand, where they do “barbaric torturing” to some of these animals before they are eaten. “That was the mission of HSI, to help dog meat farmers and close them down.”

Before blaming the dog “farmers,” one must hear the whole story. “South Korea used to be such a poor country that people had to eat anything that moved, just to survive,” Latelle said. “It’s not that way anymore but people who have farmed dogs over the years don’t know any other way of life. Most farmers want to change, but don’t know how, so the HSI helps the dog meat farmers by taking the dogs and helping them set up a different kind of farm. Most are receptive.” She said after closing down a few farms recently, HSI found themselves with ten dogs left and no place for them. That’s when they contacted Magnificent Mutts & Meows for a rescue effort. The Magnificent 10 came to the U.S. on Feb. 5 of this year, Latelle said, and three are still up for adoption. But then a few weeks ago, she explained, she was asked to take six more dogs. “This person was getting complaints from his neighbors about the 24/7 barking and the stench that goes with it,” she said. “The person who owned the dogs was a bit belligerent about them to HSI, saying, ‘Know what? If you want them, take them.’ “HSI said okay, but tell us more about your dogs, are they pets? At that point, the owner admitted that they were not pets, they were there for him and his buddies to hang them, watch them die and then slaughter it, cook it and eat it. They claim the more torture the dog sustains, the more tender the meat! Can you imagine?” Latelle said dogs are often hanged or beaten, some are electrocuted, some are literally skinned alive.

This is a dog who was saved from a farm in Kosovo. As you can see, he is curled up in a fetal position, almost inside himself. Linda Latelle of Magnificent Mutts says rescued dogs often come to her in this condition. “On Rescue Day she was found in a hell camp on the brink of death due to starvation,” Latelle said. “Her back left foot has a part missing from what the vet thinks is human cruelty. After rescue and being treated with anti-inflammatories (and pain killers), she walks and runs without issue. When first rescued, she screamed when a human touched her.”

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Pictured are Forrest, Bella, Rocky and Chloe, four dogs rescued from dog farms in Korea by the Humane Society International and brought to the United States where they are nursed back to health and prepared to join a loving family by Magnificent Mutts & Meows, owned by Linda Latelle. For information about adopting a dog, please visit magnificentmutts.com or find them on Facebook.

“Part of my mission is to educate people that this really DOES go on and it doesn’t need to. With a collaborate effort, we could get [this treatment] made illegal and move forward.” Some people have asked Latelle why she takes the dogs out of the country. “I’ve been asked to help and part of my mission is educational not only in the U.S., but also all over the world,” she said. “If I can save a life, that’s my purpose. I want more peo-

ple to be aware of what’s going on.” Once the dogs are brought here from overseas, they are taken to a clinic like EACC where they are given their shots and are spayed or neutered as needed. Some need medical attention, sometimes even surgery, but the dogs end up being nice pets for families with children, according to Latelle. At this time, Latelle is still seeking loving homes for some of the dogs and hopes people will step forward to adopt one or two. “Just to watch them come in, scared, timid, fearful,” she said, “then shortly after, you see them come out of their shell and become ‘real dogs’ which give — and get —

the warm fuzzies.” To adopt a dog, visit magnificentmutts.org, where the dogs are pictured with descriptions. There are applications at the site, which are reviewed by staff, then people are contacted to see that they are a good fit. “People are also welcome to visit our Facebook page, we are always updating all the fun stuff there all the time.” It is Latelle’s hope that the readers of the Independent will consider adopting a dog, or at the very least, share the story of these dogs and how they live prior to rescue. Let’s just say, they’re not having spaghetti in the alley with a lady friend.

District honors volunteers at Annual Awards Banquet Local residents among honorees

Here is the same dog saved from Kosovo, who is on the mend, happy and healthy and ready for adoption by a loving family. Linda Latelle says that’s the best thing about her business — watching the dogs after they have been rescued to see how much they change. After being treated with love and patience, this dog is very loving to children and other dogs.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County recently honored its corps of dedicated volunteers at its annual volunteer appreciation celebration. During the last fiscal year, 884 full-time, 183 group and 2,616 onetime volunteers contributed more than 64,000 hours with an in-kind value of more than $1.6 million. “We are extremely grateful to all our volunteers for their help connecting people to nature,” said Forest Preserve District of DuPage County President Joe Cantore. “The dedication of our individual, group and corporate volunteers is inspiring and humbling.” In addition to acknowledging the efforts of all of its volunteers, the Forest Preserve District also recognized individuals with its Director’s Award. Among the recipients is Tom Greene of Elmhurst (Special Services). This year’s President’s Award recipients includes Dianne Entwhistle of Elmhurst (Willowbrook). For more information on Forest Preserve District volunteer opportunities, visit dupageforest.org/Volunteer or call 630-933-7681.

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Police beat

The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

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Battery

May 13 A victim in the 100 block of Haven told police at around 6:15 p.m. that while traveling in a vehicle, she and the suspect became involved in an argument. At one point the suspect threw an item at the victim; the victim retaliated by throwing an item at the suspect. The suspect and a witness then left the vehicle on foot. The victim declined to pursue the incident.

Child endangerment

May 13 Police said that subsequent to a complaint of two children left unattended in a vehicle in the 1000 block of S. York at around 1:26 p.m., officers located the victims in a mini-van in the parking lot. Jessica Miller, 33, of Elmhurst, was located a short time later in the parking lot. Miller was charged with endangering the life of a child.

Criminal damage or defacement to property/ criminal damage to a vehicle/criminal trespass to property/criminal trespass to a vehicle/ damage to city property/ damage to property

May 11 A complainant at a gas station in the 400 block of N. York told police at around 11:48 a.m. that a frequent customer has previously yelled at patrons, accused them of being terrorists and threatened to have other customers deported. On the above date, the suspect came into the station and started an argument over the belief people cut in line in front of her. She was issued a no trespass notice. May 10-May 11 A victim in the 600 block of S. Hillside told police at around 7:26 a.m. that the windows on both of his vans’ sliding doors were damaged overnight. A search of the area for a possible object used to break the windows yielded no results.

Disorderly conduct

May 16 Lisa Coglianese, 53, of Addison, was charged with disorderly conduct in the 200

block of E. Lake at around 7:13 p.m. Police said officers responded for a possible domestic at the above location. According to police, Coglianese was visiting a resident at an extended care center. She was verbally abusive to her, the resident and staff, according to police. She then took the victim in a wheelchair out into the parking lot after being told she could not, police said, and was yelling at officers.

DUI, illegal consumption or possession of alcohol by a minor, illegal transportation of open alcohol, illegal possession of open alcohol, possession of a controlled substance, delivery of a controlled substance

May 17 Aaron Andrews, 40, of Palatine, was charged with DUI and improper lane usage near Route 83 and I-290 subsequent to a traffic stop at around 12:09 a.m. May 15 Gary Mikolajczak, 65, of Addison, was charged with DUI, resisting a police officer and improper driving on the roadway near Route 83 and North Avenue at around 3:15 a.m. Police said a reporting officer responded to the above location for Mikolajczak, who had fallen asleep at the wheel. According to police, the officer attempted to make contact with Mikolajczak; however he began to flee the scene, but the officer caught up with him moments later. May 14 • Briana Lane, 27, of Aurora, was charged with DUI, possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia and disobeying a traffic control device in the 100 block of N. York at around 11:43 p.m. • Police said that subsequent to a report of an intoxicated driver in the 400 block of N. York at around 1:43 a.m., the reporting officer located the vehicle moving in and out of its lane, almost striking two curbs. Stephanie Karcz, 34, of Elmhurst, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and expired registration. • A victim in the 200 block of E. Fremont Ave. told police at around 3:01 a.m. that he picked up Anthony Moser, 21, of Racine, Wis., in the city and was owed a fare. Upon reaching his destination, police said Moser exited the taxi without paying, but unknowingly left his driver’s license in the taxi and was later located walking in the area. Moser was charged with theft of services. May 13 Doubton Holmes, 33, of Broadview, was charged with DUI, failure to yield and improper lane usage subsequent to a traffic stop near Route 83 and Roosevelt at around 3:43 a.m. May 12 • Michele Arling, 57, of Joliet, was charged with DUI, leaving the scene of a property damage accident, making an improper turn at an intersection and no insurance near Lake and York at around 5:33 p.m. • Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near County Line Road and Lake Street at around 11:17 p.m., an officer made contact with occupants of the vehicle and smelled the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from inside the vehicle. According to police, William Farrell, 18, of Elmhurst, admitted to drinking alcohol and being under the legal age limit. He was cited for consumption of alcohol by a minor. A juvenile suspect was issued citations for operating a vehicle with a BAC of over .000,

improper lane usage, speeding, disobeying a stop sign and no insurance and released to his parents. May 11 An unnamed suspect was issued citations for possession of alcohol by a minor and speeding subsequent to a traffic stop near Roosevelt and York at around 12:26 a.m.

Possession of cannabis, drug paraphernalia, controlled substance

May 16 • Edward Eagins, 24, of Westchester, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, driving while license suspended, improper lighting and no insurance near York and Lexington at around 11:50 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop, Eagins was found to be wanted out of Berkeley Police Department. He was also in possession of a straw with cocaine residue inside. • Clarissa Vasquez, 28, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis, no valid driver’s license and use of an electronic device while driving, and Damaris Ramos, 28, of Chicago, was issued a citation for possession of cannabis subsequent to a traffic stop near North and Oaklawn at around 11:11 a.m. • Xuyang Wang, 18, of Wheeling, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, possession of a fictitious ID, possession of alcohol by a minor, no valid driver’s license and speeding near York and Grand at around 12:42 a.m. Police said that Wang was found to be in possession of ecstasy pills, acid soaked paper wrapped in foil, cannabis and open alcohol. May 15 Daisia M. Barrow, 18, of Chicago; Aaron A. Cannon, 18, of Austell, Ga.; Krystal Donegan, 18, of Midlothian; and Durande T. Franks, Jr., 19, of Chicago were issued citations the possession of cannabis at Wilder Park at around 7:35 p.m. Police said that subsequent to a complaint of drug activity in the park, officers located the four suspects near the Wilder Park Conservatory. They were observed smoking cannabis, and all four suspects admitted to it, according to police. Two cannabis cigarettes were recovered from Cannon, police said. May 12 • Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near Spring and McKinley Avenue at around 7:55 p.m., officers conducted a K-9 search of the vehicle which yielded cannabis, a digital scale and a fraudulent ID. A juvenile suspect admitted to having cannabis and was charged with possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a fraudulent ID, no insurance and disobeying a stop sign. He was released to his parents. • Police said a juvenile suspect reportedly took a silver men’s ring and Garmin heart rate tracker at around 9:28 p.m. from a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 without paying. The complainant did not wish to sign complaints; however, they wanted the suspect served with a no trespass notice. May 11 • Brandon Flowers, 27, of Waukegan, was issued citations for possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of open alcohol in a vehicle improper lane usage and no insurance subsequent to a traffic stop near St. Charles and Pick at around 12:26 a.m. • Laura Fonseca, 53, of Bridgeview, was issued citations for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia subsequent to a traffic stop near Spring and Butterfield at around 6:01 p.m.

Suspicious circumstances

May 14 A complainant in the 1000 block of S. Prospect Ave. told police at around 11:39 a.m. that while working security for ongoing church services, he was approached by two suspects described as white females who wanted access to the school library to look at paintings and then walk the halls. The complainant told them they could not. Both females left the building; then were looking in parked vehicles in the lot. Both left when they noticed they were being watched. One of the suspects was described as being between 17 and 21 years old, with blonde hair, wearing a cream colored top with a cream colored skirt; her voice sounded like a young girl when talking to the complainant. The second suspect was described as being around 15 years old, 5’6” with brown hair, wearing a blue top with a black skirt, acne on her face and a voice sounding like a young girl. May 13 • Police said an officer responded to a suspicious auto parked in the Adelaide parking garage at around 11:10 a.m., approached the vehicle on foot, and observed action consistent with inappropriate behavior. Jamail Bradley, 31, of Elmhurst, was charged with prowling. • A suspect told police at around 3:39 p.m. that a second suspect entered a restaurant in the 600 block of W. North Ave. and requested a cup for water. The second suspect then filled the cup with a soft drink and left the store without paying for it. Suspect 2 went next door and confronted by the first suspect about the theft. A mutual shove/push episode ensued. Due to conflicting statements no charges were filed. A trespass notice was issued to the first suspect, prohibiting her from entering the restaurant.

Theft/burglary/attempted theft or burglary/identity theft/fraud/forgery/ deceptive practice/ obstruction/robbery

May 16-May 17 A complainant at a construction company told police that between the above dates, an unknown suspect(s) cut a lock attached to two generators and removed a Honda generator. May 16 An employee for a food store in the 100 block of E. Schiller told police at around 1:58 p.m. that she assisted a customer with several boxes of infant formula. During this interaction, the customer took four boxes of Enfamil® and ran out of the store without paying for them. The suspect was described as a white male, 25 years old, around 5’7” about 170 pounds, with blond hair, a white shirt and blue jeans. May 15-May 16 A victim in the 400 block of Holly told police that an unknown suspect made several unauthorized transactions on his Bank of America credit card account between the above dates. The victim contacted his bank, canceled his account, and canceled any pending transactions. May 12-May 16 While the manager of a store in the 300 block of S. Route 83 was at the bank making a deposit at around 6:15 p.m., the bank advised that a bill was counterfeit because the watermark was on the wrong side of the bill even though it passed the marker test. The victim reports that an unknown suspect made a purchase $17.28 worth of merchandise using a counterfeit $100 bill. The possible suspect

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Bellock recognized as ‘Legislator of the Year’ by ISA The Illinois Society of Anesthesiologists (ISA) has recognized State Representative Patti Bellock (R-Hinsdale) as “Legislator of the Year” for her leadership on issues relating to patient safety and other health care legislation as a member of the Illinois General Assembly. The award was presented at the ISA’s Annual House of Delegates meeting in Chicago on April 29 by Dr. Asokumar COURTESY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

Patti Bellock (right) is pictured here after receiving the “Legislator of the Year” award presented by Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, Chair of the ISA Governmental Affairs Committee.

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(Continued from page 6) is described as a black female with May 12 long black hair, wearing a blue jean • Ifeyinwa R. Uraih, 31, of Elmjacket, a white undershirt and black hurst, was charged with retail theft yoga pants. at a food store in the 200 block of S. May 15 Route 83 at around 11:44 a.m. Police Ma Del Carmen Sanchez-Adame, said Uraih left the store without pay42, and Estefani Bartolo, 21, both ing for a sandwich and a bouquet of of Melrose Park, were both charged flowers. • A victim in the 900 block of S. with retail theft at a store in the 600 block of W. North Ave. at around York told police at around 8:36 a.m. 3:03 p.m. Police said an agent for that an unknown suspect(s) purchased the store reports detaining the two gift cards at the Jewel Osco. The sussuspects after they were observed pect(s) used a credit card that had the leaving the store with seven items of victim’s information and credit card clothing for which they had not paid. number on it to make the purchase. May 11-May 12 May 12-May 15 A victim told police that sometime Residential burglary was reported over the weekend, an unknown sus- in the 100 block of N. Michigan at pect removed three spools of #6 wire around 2:07 p.m. The victim’s daughfrom a construction site in the 100 ter told police that an unknown susblock of E. Brush Hill. pect entered the victim’s apartment May 14 between the above dates and removed A victim in the 900 block of S. a pearl necklace. Hillside told police at around 12 May 11 noon that an unknown suspect(s) • A victim at a food store in the used her checking account informa- 200 block of S. Route 83 told potion to make two unauthorized bill lice at around 3:59 p.m. that an unpayments which totaled approxi- known suspect attempted to purchase mately $665. Her bank cancelled her $13.21 worth of merchandise using debit card and initiated a fraud inves- a counterfeit $100 bill. The employtigation ee told the suspect that the bill was May 13 counterfeit and refused to return the • Bogumila Kulesa, 53, of Glen bill to the suspect. The suspect statEllyn, was charged with retail theft ed he would come back with a $20 at a store in the 300 block of S. Route bill to pay for the items and then fled 83 at around 2:22 p.m. According to the store. The suspect is described as police, store security reported ob- a black male, around 5-10, 185 and serving Kulesa switching price tags 45 years old wearing glasses, a blue on jewelry items and concealing ad- jacket, a white T-shirt and blue jeans. ditional jewelry items in her purse. • Security at a store in the 300 The suspect was detained as she left block of S. Route 83 reported to pothe store, police said. lice that a suspect was observed en• Burglary to a vehicle was re- tering the fitting room with numerous ported at a truck company in the 500 items of merchandise. The suspect block of W. Wrightwood at around was then seen exiting the store with7:23 p.m. A complainant told police out paying for the merchandise. Sehe received a call from an employ- curity detained the suspect and recovee informing him that they noticed a ered the merchandise. The store destrange white male looking through clined to prosecute due to the dollar the tool box on one of the company amount. The suspect was served with trucks. The employee noticed the a trespass notice and released without man had removed two blue concrete charges. • A victim in the 300 block of grinders. Mitchell told police at around 8:54 Jan. 1-May 13 A victim in the 500 block of p.m. that an unknown suspect used Crockett told police at around 4:15 her identification to open credit acp.m. that an unknown suspect opened counts at Gap, Target. Kohl’s and a Verizon Wireless account using Sprint. The victim was able to cancel her personal information between the fraudulent accounts. the above dates. The victim did not April 28 open the account and did not authoA complainant in the 500 block rize anyone to use her information to of W. Lamont told police at around open an account. A matter of record 7:39 a.m. that an unknown suspect(s) only. removed an electronically drafted

check from the U.S. Mail bin left for the postal carrier in the front vestibule. The check was subsequently altered and an unknown person(s) attempted to cash the check at an unknown location. There was no loss at this time. April 25 A victim in the 100 block of N. Walnut told police that he sent a package to a buyer in Clarendon Hills on the above date. USPS showed the package was delivered; however, the buyer said the package never came and had his money refunded through PayPal. PayPal advised the victim that a police report had to be obtained so an investigation could be conducted. March 18 A victim in the 200 block of N. Highview told police that he received a notice in the mail from the IRS on the above date stating that an unknown suspect(s) attempted to file a tax return using his name and Social Security number. The victim had no financial loss.

Unlawful use of a weapon

May 13 Police said that subsequent to a traffic stop near Roosevelt and York at around 2:50 a.m., Perla Verdin, 22, of Villa Park, was found to be in possession of brass knuckles. Verdin was charged with unlawful use of a weapon and speeding.

Buvanendran, Chair of the ISA Governmental Affairs Committee. Representative Bellock’s district, which includes Elmhurst, is home to hundreds of the most educated and experienced anesthesiologists in the state of Illinois, many of whom work locally at Elmhurst Hospital. “It is a privilege working with our local anesthesiologists to advance

policies at the state level that focus on patient safety and strengthening the delivery of the highest quality health care for Illinois families,” Rep. Bellock said. “I am truly honored to accept this award and look forward to making continued progress on state health care issues in partnership with our hardworking and dedicated anesthesiologists.”

Bond set at $150,000 for teacher accused of possessing child pornography Suspect is resident of Elmhurst

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced last week that bond has been set at $150,000 with 10% to apply for a St. Charles East High School teacher charged with possession of child pornography. Gregory Burgener, 63, of 437 W. Fremont, Elmhurst, appeared in Bond Court this afternoon where he was charged with two counts of Possession of Child Pornography, a Class 1 Felony. Pursuant to an investigation led by the Elmhurst Police Department, Burgener was taken into custody on charges of Possession of Child Pornography. The investigation is still in progress. “The allegation that Mr. Burgener

Obituary

ELAINE M. JACOBS, 96 Elaine M. Jacobs, nee Jones, age 96, passed away May 15, 2017, at the age of 96. She was a veteran who served during WWII. Beloved wife of the late Roland C. Jacobs; mother of Karen (Ray) Mangan, Mary Elizabeth (Dave) Pinzker and Mary Catherine Delgado; grandma of Brian (Kim) Mangan, Cory Jacobs, Tim (Sarah) Mangan, Christie Delgado and Dan (Abby) Mangan; great-grandma of Aidan, Lilian-

was in possession of child pornography is sickening,” Berlin said. “I would like to thank the Elmhurst Police Department and Assistant State’s Attorney Claudia Fantauzzo for their work on this case as well as for their ongoing efforts to protect our children from child pornographers.” Burgener’s next court appearance is scheduled for June 12, 2017, in front of Judge Brian Telander. Additional conditions for Burgener should he be able to post bond include no contact with children under 18 years of age. Members of the public are reminded that this complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendant’s guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove his or her guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

na, Ryan, Della, Jackson and Asher Mangan. Funeral Mass was held Monday, May 22, 2017, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: Illinois Veteran’s Home-Manteno, 1 Veteran’s Drive, Manteno, Ill. 60950. Arrangements provided by Pedersen Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York St. For more information, call 630-8341133 or visit pedersenryberg.com.

Warrant service

May 14 Police said that subsequent to an investigation of a retail theft near Route 83 and Second, Benjamin Doughty, 35, of Addison, provided officers with a false name. Doughty was found to be wanted on a warrant out of Cook County, according to police. The warrant was confirmed. Doughty was charged with obstructing identification. May 13 Police said that subsequent to investigating a suspicious vehicle in the 800 block of N. York Road at around 1:46 a.m., Ariana Saenz, 29, of Thornton, Colo., was found to have a valid, full extradition, nobond warrant out of Colorado. Saenz was charged with felony fugitive from justice.

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Memorial Day Parade takes place Monday True Patriots Care to stage 300 U.S. flags in Wilder Park

Led by Grand Marshal John M. Wendel, retired Brigadier General and Chaplain in the United States Air Force, some 90 entries will march in Elmhurst’s 99th Annual Memorial Day Parade through downtown Elmhurst on Monday, May 29, stepping off at 9:30 a.m. The 2017 Parade is presented by the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Elmhurst American Legion T.H.B. Post 187, Veterans of Foreign Wars Villa Park Post 2801, the City of Elmhurst and Elmhurst Park District. After the parade, the Post-Parade Military Ceremony will be held at

the Elmhurst Veterans Memorial and will feature inspirational speeches, the laying of wreaths, and a traditional Three-Round Volley. The names of Elmhurst area veterans who passed away since Veterans Day 2016 will be read aloud in remembrance, from

the lists provided by area funeral homes. American Legion Post 187, with assistance from Elmhurst College’s Lamda Chi Alpha fraternity members, has placed four rows of 65 white crosses adjacent to the Vet-

99th Memorial Day Parade, True Patriots Care will stage a patriotic display of more the 300 American flags—honoring service members from Illinois killed in action since September 11, 2001—on the Wilder Park lawn east of the Wilder Mansion from Thursday through Tuesday, May 25-30. “Each of the flags will have the name of the soldier and short bio,” erans Memorial with the names of deceased Elmhurst veterans who said Jerry Christopherson, president of True Patriots Care, U.S. Army served in various wars. veteran and York Community High School’s Administrative Director – Organization to Custodial Manager. provide host of flags In conjunction with Elmhurst’s See PARADE, Page 9

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Independent joins other publications in search of local veterans’ photos

The Illinois Press Association ordinated by the Vietnam Veterans recently sent this newspaper infor- Memorial Fund. We were surprised mation on The Wall of Faces, co- to read that there are photos missing for more than 500 Illinois servicemen and women who had either County plans been killed in action or went missing Memorial Day during the Vietnam War. join other newspapers across Ceremony on May 28 the We state to urge our readers to help DuPage County will host a cere- locate photographs of the faceless mony in observance of Memorial Day Vietnam veteran heroes from the at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 28, at the DuPage County Government Complex in Wheaton. The guest speaker will be Jim Myrick, co-founder of the DuPage Honor Guard. The ceremony will take place at the Veterans Memorial, located outside near the pond on the DuPage County Government Complex, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton. The memorial commemorates DuPage County residents who lost their lives in military conflicts at home and abroad beginning with the Black Hawk War in 1832 and continuing on to the most recent engagements overseas. The event will include the laying of the wreath by Gold Star families; a weapons salute by DuPage Honor Guard; and finally, the DuPage Honor Guard will retire the colors. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the 421 JTK Administration Building. Additionally, DuPage County offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 29. County departments and services will reopen on Tuesday, May 30. For more information, visit dupageco-il-vetsmemorial.org.

(Continued from page 8) True Patriots Care has displayed Flags of Honor display on the south lawn of Elmhurst’s York High School for Veterans Day honoring 101 alums killed in action. Each flag had the name and war in which each soldier died in service for our country. The Wilder Park display will be lit through each of the nights using whisper-quiet portable lighting provided by Elmhurst College. More about True Patriots Care Allison Wiggins, Director of Information Technology for the Elmhurst Park District, is among True Patriots Care’s Board members. True Patriots Care counts the Gary Sinise Foundation (garysinisefoundation.org) and Vets Roll (vetsroll.org) among its national partners. For more information about True Patriots Care visit(truepatriotscare.com. The Moving Wall returns to area communities Following Memorial Day weekend, True Patriots Care will stage “The Wall That Heals” for DeKalb County veterans in Sycamore from July 1316, a tribute to Purple Heart recipients in Randall Oaks Park in West Dundee on August 6, a 9-11 Memorial Healing Field at the Oak Brook Polo Club fields from September 6-11 and a Vietnam Traveling Wall at Lake Park Pavilion in Des Plaines from September 28 to October 1.

• Stanley D. Montgomery (St. Charles) • Roger L. Pierce (Glen Ellyn) • Michael W. Prengel (Bensenville) • Allan D. Timmerman (Downers Grove) Perhaps you have a photo of one of these men or know someone that does. If you do, you will help honor and remember the history and legacy

of the fallen. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund indicates there are more than 58,000 names on the wall. Each one of them has a story that should be kept alive. As of May 16, 2017, 21 states have found a photo for all their Vietnam fallen. If you can be of help, please contact this newspaper at (630) 8348244. Or visit vvmf.org.

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• Steve J. Churchill (Elmhurst) • Roger A. Fessenden (Hanover Park) DuPage County • Samuel N. Hart (Villa Park) Steve J. Churchill • Richard D. Krupa (Elmhurst) Roger A.DuPage (Hanover Park) • Stanley D.Fessenden Montgomery (St. Charles) County SamuelL.N. Hart (Glen (Villa Ellyn) Park) • Roger Pierce • J. Churchill (Elmhurst) Richard D. (Elmhurst) • Steve Michael W.Krupa Prengel (Bensenville) • A.D. Fessenden (Hanover Park) Stanley Montgomery (St. Charles) • Roger Allan D. Timmerman • Hart (Glen (Villa Ellyn) Park) • Samuel Roger L.N. Pierce (Downers Grove) • (Elmhurst) • Richard Michael D. W.Krupa Prengel (Bensenville) • Montgomery (St. Charles) • Stanley Allan D. D. Timmerman • Roger Pierce (Glenabove, Ellyn) or know Do you have a photo of the serviceman or L. woman listed (Downers Grove) • Michael W.aPrengel (Bensenville) someone who does? This newspaper is joining statewide effort to find Allanservicemen D. Timmerman missing photos of more than 500•Illinois and women who had either or the wentserviceman missing in or action during theabove, Vietnam War. (Downers Grove) Do youdied haveina action photo of woman listed or know someone who does? This newspaper is joining a statewide effort to find If you find a photo of athan missing or woman, missing photos of more 500serviceman Illinois servicemen and please womencontact who had the newspaper using the contact information below. either or the wentserviceman missing in or action during theabove, Vietnam War. Do youdied haveina action photo of woman listed or know someone who does? This newspaper is joining a statewide effort to find The Wallfind of Faces, coordinated the Vietnam Memorial Fund, If you a photo of athan missing orVeterans woman, contact missing photos of more 500byserviceman Illinois servicemen and please women who had is available to view or online at http://www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces/ theinnewspaper using the contact information either died action went missing in action during thebelow. Vietnam War.

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The Wallfind of Faces, the Vietnam Memorial Fund, If you a photocoordinated of a missingbyserviceman orVeterans woman, please contact is available to view online at the http://www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces/ the newspaper using contact information below. The Wall of Faces, coordinated by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, Lombardian • Elmhurst • Addison Independent is available to view online Independent at http://www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces/ Bensenville Independent • Villa Park Review • Villa Park Independent

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DuPage County area. The goal of the program is to make sure that everyone who was lost will be honored at vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces. The following are the names of some of the still-missing photos. • Steve J. Churchill (Elmhurst) • Roger A. Fessenden (Hanover Park) • Samuel N. Hart (Villa Park) • Richard D. Krupa (Elmhurst)

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Lions Club to host a free picnic for community On May 15, Mayor Morley proclaimed June 30, through July 4, Lions Clubs International Week in Elmhurst. This is for the 100 year anniversary of Lions Clubs International and the 77 years which the Elmhurst Lions have served their community. The Elmhurst Lions Club is showing its gratitude on Saturday, June 3, by hosting a free picnic at the Hub Tent in Berens Park between 11 a.m. And 2 p.m. Since the club’s chartering in 1940, its members have worked on a variety of projects in the local community, such as $100,000 grant to the Diabetes Center at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, as well as vision and hearing screenings. Proceeds from past fundraising events have gone to providing Scholarships and Community Service Awards, as well as donations to the Elmhurst College Speech – Language – Hearing Clinic, United Community

Concerns, Camp Lions, Leader Dogs, and Spectrios (Deicke Center), plus the Playground for Everyone. The club will be providing free vision pre-screenings at the Elmhurst Public Library on June 7, and July 2. This pre-screening is for early detection of vision challenges in children 6 months to 6 years old. “We are proud of our club’s 77 years of service to the community,” said Jim Worden, Club President. “The Lions club members thank everyone who contributes to this important work. You are truly helping Lions make a difference in our community and around the world.” The Elmhurst Lions Club has 45 members and meets on the second and fourth Mondays at noon in Wilder Mansion. For more information or to get involved with the Elmhurst Lions Club, please contact Jim Worden at 630-327-5643 or elmhurstlions. org.

Doc Severinsen to headline June Jazz event Legendary trumpet player and former Tonight Show bandleader Doc Severinsen, with guest vocalist Vanessa Thomas, drummer Stockton Helbing and the acclaimed Elmhurst College Jazz Band, will headline June Jazz on Saturday, June 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the Mall of the campus. The public is invited to bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets to this free outdoor concert. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to come early, bring friends and enjoy this celebration of summer. For more information, call (630) 617-6186. This event is sponsored in part by BMO Harris Bank. From 1962 to 1992, Doc Severinsen led the NBC Orchestra on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, making it the most visible big band in America. Since the final telecast, Severinsen has continued to perform. He tours regularly with guitarist Gil Gutierrez in a quintet called The San Miguel Five, performing a mix of Latin and Gypsy jazz and standards.

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At the City Council meeting on Monday, June 15, Mayor Steve Morley gave a proclamation to honor the Elmhurst Lions Club on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. Pictured are Lions Club members (from left): Dan Kordik, Jim Hallberg, Jim Worden, Patty Worden, Tessa Zemgulys and John Wartinbee. (Not pictured: City Manager Jim Grabowski.) On Saturday, June 3, the club will host a community picnic with free hot dogs at Berens Park.

A Mission to Serve

Church grateful for support of DuPagePads Homeless Shelter

Elmhurst Presbyterian Church (EPC) is extending a big thanks to the community as it wraps up its 22nd year as host of a DuPagePads Interim (Overnight) Housing program. Every Saturday night from October to May, about 35 guests from DuPage County who do not have permanent homes rely on the site for meals, fellowship and a place to sleep. “EPC could not fulfill this important mission to serve without the tremendous support of so many people from the Elmhurst community,” said Diana Riekse, EPC member and volunteer coordinator. “It takes a lot of heart, love, time, faith and money to make sure we’re providing our less fortunate neighbors a safe and supportive place to spend the night.” DuPagePads provides a proven solution to end homelessness: housing coupled with support services and employment to assist people in obtaining stable housing. EPC’s overnight site is one of 30 in the area that provide the critical basic needs that are the initial steps in an individual’s journey to housing. A community effort A volunteer team at EPC manages the site and works with five other Elmhurst area churches: Faith Christian Reformed Church; First Congregational Church (UCC), Visitation Catholic Church, Christ United Methodist Church and St. Peters UCC. The PADS site counts on more than 50 volunteers every weekend during its operating season. EPC is especially grateful for the support of the Elmhurst Police and first responders who help keep the site safe; to Elmhurst Hospital for laundering linens and towels; to the Elmhurst Public Library for providing access to services; Elmhurst College for volunteering; and OMG! Brunch & Boutique and Lezza’s Spumoni & Desserts that often donate food. We can do more The church in charge of running the shelter for a weekend provides a warm dinner, breakfast and sack lunch, and monitors the site. However, EPC has plans to go above and beyond the minimum site requirements. “We recently painted and refreshed all the rooms with the help of volunteers, and donations from Bill Fisher from Renaissance Painted Finishes and JC Licht. We have big plans to make additional much needed capital improvements and roll-out a new

resource center for guests,” said Riekse. “This center will go a long way in providing the opportunity for individuals who are homeless to find needed information such as train schedules, job openings, and community services. These tools can have a lasting, positive impact on a person’s health and financial stability.” To make the Elmhurst shelter better and the resource center a reality, EPC is inviting the community to a ‘Sinatra 101’ dinner, concert and silent auction at Elmhurst College on June 4, 2017.

Dine and dance with the ‘Chairman of the Board’ Fun meets fundraising at “Sinatra 101”on Sunday, June 4 at Elmhurst College. The event features a dinner followed by Jeffrey Deutsch and the Elmhurst All-Stars performing Frank Sinatra’s greatest hits. All proceeds support the DuPagePads’ capital campaign for the site at Elmhurst Presbyterian. Deutsch is a 30-year veteran performer who loves Jazz and loves to recreate all of the fun of The Great American Soundbook. Deutsch and his band are sure to provide a night of fun and spectacular music. Tickets are available now. Select from dinner, concert and dessert for $80 per person or concert and dessert only for $40 per person. Event details include: • “Sinatra 101” featuring Jeffrey Deutsch and the Elmhurst All-Stars • Dinner at 5 p.m. at Elmhurst College’s Frick Center • Concert at 7 p.m. at Elmhurst College’s Mill Theater • Dessert and silent auction following the concert For tickets and information, contact Diana Riekse at 630-220-2269 or dianariekse@gmail. com.

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12 • Thursday, May 25, 2017 - The Elmhurst Independent My Teacher is the Best … teacher a kid could ever asked for! She She is patient person and unique in was super cool because of the kindness the whole world. My teacher makes she gave us, her students. Mrs. Marcelthings easy for us. For example swhen lus also liked all of her children. On the she teaches math she always make ex- first day of second grad it felt amazing. ample for us. And if we have any ques- But the saddest part of it was leaving tions she always help us to understand for summer break, I cried when I had better. She is the best teacher that I to leave second grade. have before. Althugh she is a bit strict Name: Kameryn Stevens that has help me to be a better student. School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer That’s why I want to thank her for Teacher: Mrs. Marcellus everything she show me duering this school year. I thanks God for meet my My Teacher is the Best … teacher during this beautiful school Mrs. Heintz is the best teacher beName: Kandi Camilla cause she us nice to us. We get to learn Orasco Rodriguez about animals, my favorite was the School: 2nd, Conrad Fischer cheetah. Mrs. Heintz gave us chips and Teacher: Alicea Arin drinks when we had a party. For me, she was the greatest teacher. I want to My Teacher is the Best … go. Back to her class! I enjoyed learnMrs. Desai is the best teacher I have ing about the animals that she was ever known because teaches us about talking about. We even got to go out for things that are very important and very a long recess, it was so much fun! With interesting. Mrs. Desai let us pick a Mrs. Heintz I was so happy because I partner and she and Mrs. Moll read us enjoyed learning and growing! stories outside and do activities. She is Name: Jason Lopez Garcia teacher us about the Declaration of InSchool: 3rd, Conrad Fischer dependence and it is really fun the way Teacher: Mrs. Heintz she reads the book and how she does the TPR. Mrs. Desai is nice, she picks My Teacher is the Best … fu games to play, She tells us funny stoMy teacher Mrs. Marcellus is the beries about her daughter. Mrs. Desai is set teacher because she helped me type fantastic and she is very funny! long and strong and now I can write Name: Ashley Mendoza a 3 paragraph essay. Also I get good School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer grades. I learned what to do when I get Teacher: Mrs. Desai a scroll bar on tests. I loved when she gave us a treat or took us outside beMy Teacher is the Best … cause we completed our assignments. My teacher Mrs. Rakali is the best She allowed to write and draw when because she lets us watch the Magic we had free time. Mrs. Marcellus enSchool Bus movie about the body. I couraged us to write about our family earned so many interesting facts! She activities we participated in over the lets us play inside the room when it’s weekend. In class, we learned about raining outside .Mrs. Rakali lets us poetry. Shel Silverstein is my favorite color, play games, and she gives us hot pet! Mrs. Marcellus was also very hapcocoa and candy. She lets us play even py, generous and hardworking. when we don’t find our homework. Name: Jacob Perez And she give us TDPE when we work School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer hard. Sometimes, she doesn’t give us Teacher: Mrs. Marcellus homework. My teacher is tremendous and she is wonderful. My Teacher is the Best … Name: Cristian Ramos Lucas My teacher Mr. Johnson is the best School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer because he lets us play floor hockey, Teacher: Mrs. Rakali basketball and kickball. He also lets me work on strengthening my core and My Teacher is the Best … helps me build a stronger upper body. Mrs. Marcellus is the best teacher be- He helps me work on my triceps and cause when I first came to second grade biceps and lets me run in P.E. class it felt like home when I was around her. and do push ups. Also, he takes us outIt felt like home because she was gen- side if it’s warm and we play soccer, erous and nice to us. For example, she do jumping jacks, sit-ups, line jumps, would give us an extra long recess if toe touches and rock climbing. He also we were good enough. Mrs. Marcel- makes us run around a baseball field to lus would even start a spelling contest challenge us to become faster. during the school year. She taught us Name: Kayden Opiela edition an subtraction even multiplicaSchool: 3rd, Conrad Fischer tion! The best part about Mrs. MarcelTeacher: Mr. Johnson lus is that if we were good she bought snacks for us and she gave us two cups My Teacher is the Best … of hot cocoa or fruit punch that tasted Mrs. Heintz is the beset because she delicious. Mrs. Marcellus was the best was nice to everyone. She would put a

ball into a plastic jar shaped like a bear. When we were bad, she would remove a ball from the jar. But when we filled the jar, we would have a party! I think she was the best teacher in the world because in match, she would always help me or explain it go me when I wouldn’t understand. She would always play game with us outside like red light green light and freeze tag. One of my favorite lessons she thought was history because she read us books about the history of the world like about disasters or a war from the Magic Tree House series. Name: Devin Cifuentes School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mrs. Heintz

pick out good-fit books. The one she gave me was The Tiger Rising. She is a problem-solver. Like when some kids did not let me play with them she helped us to work it out. She is wise and compassionate. Name: Leilani Talavera School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mrs. Moll

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My Teacher is the Best … My teacher Mr. Buys is the best because he said, “Never give up on your dreams, do what you want to do in life. “ He believes in us. He always sticks up for me and what I do. He gives me chances to make up what I do wrong. We watch movies when we are good. And if we listen, we might go outside and play for the whole time of music. My Teacher is the Best … My teacher Mrs. Moll is the best He is so grateful and helpful to all of because she is always nice to me. She us. If we do something wrong, he says is very cheery and happy every day jut try until we get it. He is an inspiring and I love that about her. She is THE teacher to me. Name: Conner Brenda BEST! Sometimes I walk in class and School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer she is laughing hard. One laugh from Teacher: Mr. Buys Mrs. Moll can cause me to be happy and cheerful for the rest of the day. My Teacher is the Best … Her eyes are the highlight of my day. My teacher, Mrs. Marcellus is the I cannot say everything about her because she is so amazing And I could best teacher because she always gave talk about everything but that would us treats everyday. Mrs. Marcellus take hours to say everything about gave us fake money and we could save her. Although I do want tot talk more it to buy toys. We earned this money about her I can’t beaus it would be over by completing our assignments and homework. Mrs. Marcellus was the 2-hundred words! best teacher because every morning Name: Delilah Kamins she gave us one dollar when we arrived School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer at school. Every morning we went on Teacher: Mrs. Moll Bing and I learned cool facts about the Great Wall of China, the White House My Teacher is the Best … My teacher, Mrs. Moll is the best an the oceans and sea life. I saved up because he teaches us not slow, not $300 and Bought a metal boot that I fast, she teaches our class just right! painted and decorated. Name: Logan Maracle If someone is confused, she will go School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer help them right away! She motivates Teacher: Mrs. Marcellus us to do our best everyday and on tests too. Mrs. Moll even lets us lisMy Teacher is the Best … ten to music when we are coloring and Mrs. Calderisi is the best teacher becompleting our assignment. But she needs help with her Spanish! She gets cause she helps me learn more about cranky sometimes if you are stuck on art every time I hop into her classroom. addition. I especially liked the fraction My favorite art project was when we activity where we compared fractions drew a Laurel Burch cat and we got to with sim noodles. Mrs. Moll tells us add whatever we wanted to create the stories about her life when she was a cat. She is very hardworking because little girl that make us laugh. She is she has to get all the art supplies ready for six different grade levels. Mrs. the greatest! Calderisi has examples of art projects Name: Ember Fay Cukjati School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer for us so that when kids from different Teacher: Mrs. Moll grades come in they have an idea of her expectations. We also made a botMy Teacher is the Best … tle person based on a country that you My teacher, Mrs. Moll is the best be- and a partner got to pick and research cause she understands kids and adults. on Culture Grams. We also created a She is kind. Love it when she tells us Google Slide presentation I learned a stories about her childhood. She reads lot about Puerto Rico. funny books to us. My favorite book Name: Chloe Cortes she read was Edward Tulane. Mrs. School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Moll sometimes acts out some parts Teacher: Mrs. Calderisi of books. I like it when she helps us My Teacher is the Best … My first grade teacher Mrs. Heintz is the best because she helps us learn in many different ways. She is so nice and when we behave, we can have a party and she gives us lollipops. Mrs. Heintz also lets us go outside for a morning recess. In Mrs. Heintz’s class, we work on writing with our www.elmhurst.huntingtonlearning.com partners and she gives us books to read. We read with partners and then write about our books. We worked on Imagine Learning on our computers. SAVE $100 WHEN YOU CALL BEFORE Mrs. Heintz asked us to write about 07/31/13 DON’T LET YOUR CHILD’S 261 N. York St. #101 our family. She read Magic Tree ACADEMIC SKILLS K-12 Elmhurst, IL 60126 House books to us. She gave us a LEARNING Reading • Writing • Math • Study Skills A mother can be the best teacher in life. STOP JUST Spelling • Vocabulary • Phonics (630) 359-3680 Magic Tree House packet to find the For inspiration go to: BECAUSE SUMMER STARTS. SUBJECT TUTORING www.polayinteriors.com JudithB.net main idea. And it was so fun! Mrs. MIDDLE SCHOOL - COLLEGE Here’s how Huntington helps: Pre-algebra • Algebra • Geometry NOW! • Pre-calculus • Calculus Heintz practiced addition math cards 378 N. 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My Teacher is the Best … Mrs. Calderisi is the best teacher because she taught me how to draw and create crafts better. My favorite activity we created I art class was when we drew the Japanese flower and painted it with tempera paint. I also enjoy that every year, we draw and color a self portrait of ourselves. The Laurel Burch cats were spectacular! Right now in art class, we are creating culture projects. For the Culture projects, we chose a country and we are creating a bottle person made from a 2 liter bottle, and we make it look like a real person from that country using fabric, yarn and silk flowers. The country I am researching is the Philippines. Mrs. Calderisi is a hardworking, compassionate, amusing and clever teacher. I enjoy how for free day, the we earn all of our stars, she give us a choice to go outside, use clay or play games inside. I was especially amused when we worked with clay. I feel joyful in the art room. Name: Brianna Ramos School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mrs. Calderisi My Teacher is the Best … My teacher is the best because he can play the flute, the ukulele, the guitar, the piano and the cello. He is really good at singing, some of the songs that he sings are in different languages. He can make you memorize a song in four days. I also liked that time when Mr. Buys let us write our own songs, and then he sang the songs. Mr. Buys is a really nice teacher. Sometimes if he does not have anything for us to do then he lets watch a movie. I think that Mr. Buys is the most magnificent! Name: Adem Muca School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mr. Buys My Teacher is the Best … My teacher Mrs. Dewar is the best teacher because she has great stories to share with us on Tuesday. On one Tuesday, we created a project building towers out of pipe cleaners. We also made a bridge and tried to hold 21 animals on top it. Mrs. Dewar is clever, magnificent exciting, and so much more! Mrs. Dewar is a nice teacher as well. My most special moments with Mrs. Dewar are when she reads entertaining stories that make me laugh inside and out loud! Sometimes, I ask Mrs. Dewar when are we are going to read a certain type of book. We also had a author come to our school earlier this year and now we’re having another author come this month! I am thankful that Mrs. Dewar creates magic by inviting real authors to come to my school an share their craft with us. Name: Megan Orr School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mrs. Dewar My Teacher is the Best … Ms. Ferraris is the BEST because she keep you when you need help with something important. She is the fun to play with like on math games. She is like your BEST friend. Ms. Ferraris LOVES Disney. She helped me learn a lot of stuff. She makes me laugh when I am sad. She makes me think I’m special. Her favorite thing is kids and Disney. Her favorite color is red. Ms. Ferraris is the best because she is a really nice teacher. She is so cool and lovely. She is so fun to be around. Name: Diosa Ortiz School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Ms. Ferraris

My Teacher is the Best… I remember the joy of finding out that Mrs. Franken was going to be my third grade teacher, there was also a part of me that was scared. From the day I walked in to Mrs. Franken’s room and from the day I walked out I knew she was special. Mrs. Franken wasn’t like my other teachers, Mrs. Franken was a friend to me. Even though sometimes I get into other people business and I know Mrs. Franken didn’t like it and would get a little frustrated I knew that I my heart she didn’t hate me. When I was in the classroom with her and sometimes I didn’t understand what we were doing, I knew that I could just go up to her desk and ask for help without being scared that I would be yelled at. I always loved how Mrs. Franken would talk about her condo in Egg Harbor door county, because my family has a lake house in fish creek door county as well. I know some people don’t realize that a teacher can touch you’re heart as much as Mrs. Franken touched mine. I hope you realize how special you are. Name: Maria Wilkins School: 5th, Jackson Teacher: Linda Franken

My Teacher is the Best… I am such an honored student to have been given Mrs. Dvorak as My 4th grade teacher. She pushed me to be the best in every subject I can She helped me find my love of reading. She is more than just just a teacher she is a role model of what she has taught us this year. This year was a very special year because Mrs. Dvorak trusted in me the I can teach a girl from Holland who know no English. She gave me that confidence from the start. She does everything she can to make my day and everyone’s day better If this is 4th what’ll 5th bring!! Name: Madeleine Tresnak School: 4th, Emerson Teacher: Mrs. Dvorak My Teacher is the Best… I lov Mis Phillips Name: Alex Hlinak School: K, Edison Teacher: Miss Phillips

My Teacher is the Best… There have been a lot of teacher I’ve liked but there is one that really makes school fun… Mr. Rufus simply the one, fun, encoraging, hilarios. In class he plays music some times. He helps me when I don’t get topics, he makes My Teacher is the Best… My teacher is the best because she learning fun and interesting In the begnever yells at us and she is so caring. gening of the year I was nerves but I don’t know why because my teacher is She loves hugs. the best. Name: Danica Delury Name: Alexa Janos School: 4th Lincoln School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Miss Rizzo Teacher: Mr. Rufus My Teacher is the Best… My Teacher is the Best… These are my top ten reasons of why He is a fantastic role for every stumy teacher is the best: dent at Hawthorne Elementary School. 1. He makes learning fun. 2. He makes every student feel spe- In class with spare time he will tell us very motavational words and how cial. 3. He has a great sense of humor and he coaches girls basketball and teaches at the same time, my teacher is is funny. 4. Gives up his lunchtime to play amazing… funny… outgoing… and thoughtful. Mr. Rufus is our teacher with us at recess. 5. He makes me enjoy getting up and and we are very lucky to have him. He will not just give you what you want, going to school each day. 6. Makes us all want to work hard he will make you work for it, but at the end of the day he makes sure everyone and do our best. 7. He’s original — he has a fun tie did their best. Name: Lucia C. Mackenzie for each day. School: 4th, Hawthorne 8. He’s kind. Teacher: Mr. Rufus 9. He’s always available to talk to me and answer my questians. My Teacher is the Best… 10. He makes me smile every day. In my third grade class Mrs Name: Maddie Devine Hochleutner would read us a book School: 5th, Jefferson called time word trio and she would Teacher: Mr. Gackowski put us in grops one to draw one to tell the story with props and on to tell the My Teacher is the Best… She is very nice & smart. She always main characters. For science we would gives us easy work & help us when we do the persentit it. But most of all the need it. She also gives us fun stuff to memories and all that the thing that we do. My favorite part of going to Ms. played I will remember how she was Vega’s class is that I like the work Ms. our teacher and my teacher. Name: Audrey Swain Vega gives us like spelling & Math. School: 4th, Hawthorne On Friday last week Ms. Vega told us Teacher: Mrs. Hochleutner all the fun stuff we will do in May. I

My Teacher is the Best… He is nice, he has us do fun activities and we play capture the flag. I also like that we can have [??] snacks like cookies and athe stuff. What I lik the most about him is that he teaches great lessons. I really hope I get him next year. Name: Brennan School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus My Teacher is the Best… She would always give us her best attention. She would always have that smile on her face even if she was upset. She read us the most wonderful stories. The genre she read most of was fantasy. We came up with the brilliant idea of theater. We could have fun playing our parts and using a variety of props. But we also got better at writing. It was also fun watching the plays because people could use those ideas in theirs. The holiday parties and special occasions were the best. There was never a time she could do something really bad because she was too nice. Name: Kailin Mendiola School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus My Teacher is the Best… He lets us have recess every day. He makes us work hard so we get very smart. Mr Rufus also makes work so fun. He is the funniest teacher. He is a great teacher to work with.. He also gives the kids special treats for hot responces. If you are in 4th grade next year you should want him for a teacher and I would like to say 1 more thing about the recess he lets us go out for so long at recess. Name: Benjamin Nikoleit School: 4th Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus My Teacher is the Best… Mr. Rufus always makes us laugh which means there’s never a dull moment. Whenever it’s writing If he’s making a sample to show us how to do a conclusion, hook, etc. It involves a really funny story involving someone in the class. It is the best time ever He may hand out a lot of homework from time to time but its definely worth it. The funniest things to do with Mr. Rufus are reading, writing, and math. These are but a few things that made him the best teacher. Name: Finn Cronin School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus

My Teacher is the Best… Mrs. Scarlett, my 3rd grade teacher, I loved her as a teacher because she reMy Teacher is the Best… warded us for good behavior using class I have had a lot of great teachers. But dojo. One thing I remember from class dojo is all of the pajama days. We have my favorite was Mrs. Nowak. We had like 4 during the year! Mrs. Scarlett some great times with her but one of the made reading fun by reading us a fairy best moments was when in 4th grade me tale called “Rump” every day. After we finished “Rump” we started the second book called “Jack”. I also loved learning how to use Chromebooks in class. I mean who cares if our first login took um….45 minutes, it was still fun!! Name: Norah Ballman School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mrs. Scarlett

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was really exited. Ms. Vega also told us if we are bad, then everything will be canceled. I was trying very hard to be good & unfortunly, I did. Ms. Vega even went to my briging cermony & to my 2nd softball game! It was a nice time seeing her, but then, she had to leave. To tell the truth, I had other people that had Ms. Vega too! You know, like when she came to my softball game, it was time for a picture. Me, Brooke Hadley, Gianna & Isabella got in, but Lena & Lyla waned to get in the picture. It was so funny! When they got out, we took the picture. Now, you see, this is why oh why my teacher is the best. Name: HJ Murphy (Hannah) School: 1st, Jackson Teacher: Ms. Vega

The Elmhurst Independent - Thursday, May 25, 2017 • 13 and all of my classmates from last year My Teacher is the Best… Mr. Rufus is a great teacher makes came to her room and takes about al of sense that everyone wants to have him our great memories of 3rd grade. I loved a a teacher he doesn’t teach he inspires doing that because we talked about all of I bet my class agrees that he is the best the plays we made with our classmates. teacher ever there are a lot of boring I was in about ten plays and I wrote 3 of teachers Mr. Rufus isn’t. He makes class the by myself. I loved her because she let fun. I am happy I got him this year I hope us practice drama whenever we wanted. Name: Graham Reedy I get him next year. Any whole class does School: 4th, Hawthorne too. Mr. Rufus is a gret teacher. I hope Teacher: Mrs. Nowak you think so after reading this. Mr. Rufus has been the best for me. I enjoyed my My Teacher is the Best… year. The best teacher I’ve ever had is my Name: Tommy Olins teacher right now is Mr. Rufus. He is my School: 4th, Hawthorne favorite teacher because he is funny and Teacher: Mr. Rufus much more! He has a great spirit. He has inspired me because I used to be very shy My Teacher is the Best… When thinking about positive impacts and now I can speak up and talk with him that teachers had on my life, there is one loudly and talk up to people. He is amazteacher in particular that I wanted to ing! He constantly makes funny jokes. point. My first grade teacher Mrs. Gaston This has been an amazing year with him. had to be the best one ever! In first grade I wish I can have him forever. If I win I had great memories such as when birth- and he has toggle me a giant bear hug, it days, guest readers and Ms. Wesseler the will change my life forever. Name: Ada Ouell invite to teach student. Mrs. Gaston was School: 4th, Hawthorne by far my favorite teacher that I have so Teacher: Mr. Rufus many great memories with her. Name: Charlotte LaMonica My Teacher is the Best… School: 4th, Hawthorne When thinking of some positive imTeacher: Mrs. Gaston pacts o my life I think of Mr. Rufus. I think of him because he has taught me My Teacher is the Best… He gives good feedback when your how to say yes to someone instead of stuck with something. In some mo- what. He is nice because he gives out ments in class he will start to get funny special treat. He also makes us challenge and he sometimes puts reopen BLAST! ourselves. He makes us do 5th grade Mr. Rufus gives us a lot of fun projects homework! He also tells us funny stories like the state float and the book project. and plays music as we work. This is why When your not paying attention and ask he is the best because he stands out from a question won what he just explained, the rest of the teachers. Name: he would call you a funny name!! When School: 4th, Hawthorne you answer with a fabulous answer he Teacher: Mr. Rufus would say “Hot Response and give you a special treat. Overall he is a great teacher, My Teacher is the Best… he is very smart and he cares a lot. Class Rufus has always held me when Name: Cyrus Colson I have tests, he has been super fun and School: 4th, Hawthorne he gives out candy BIG ONES. He’s my Teacher: Mr. Rufus favorite teacher because of his awesome personality. He’s not super strict and he My Teacher is the Best… Mrs. Iturbide was my 2nd grade teach- doesn’t get mad easily like some other er. If we were good, she would let us play teachers. Instead he is fun to be with and with the Nintendo Wii She is not very doesn’t want us to get bored. He plays striked. She is very nice to everyone. music and teaches us pleasantly. He likes She gives out tickets to people who do basketball and his room is decorated with something nice. And if you have enough joy. If your going to 5th grade you must you can buy a prize. She also lets us take want Mr. Rufus to be your lit teacher!! Name: Era Methoxha turns with the yoga ball. She make us run School: 4th, Hawthorne laps around the playground when we go Teacher: Mr. Rufus outside for recess and helps us stay in shape. Ms. Iturbide was the best. See My Teacher Is Best page 16 Name: Noah Moskal School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mrs. Iturbide

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My Teacher is the Best … My teacher Mrs. Desai is the best because this year I get to dance a Bollywood dance with Mrs. Desai at our Heritage Night at Conrad Fischer School. We are practicing chum chum chum (means rain). These dancers are so much fun! I love Mrs. Desai because she is so fun and I learn many things from her. Once she even took my whole class outside to read and discuss a book. Mrs. Desai has beautiful, long, black hair. She loves to laugh with us. Today, we learned about the Constitution and the 13 colonies. Mrs. Desai is clever, proud, magnificent, amusing, enthusiastic, hardworking, awesome, wise and compassionate. Name: Sarah Roy School: 3rd, Conrad Fischer Teacher: Mrs. Desai

My Teacher is the Best… Mr. Vazquez is the best teacher because he is funny. If you have a problem with your instrument, he will help you fix it. He is a very good conductor and teacher. Mr. V makes learning fun. When he takes attendence if you beat last weeks time he tells you a story. The stories are funny and make everyone laugh r. V is my favorite teacher and band instructer. Name: Aidan Soule School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Vazquez

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Family Living Field School sends children’s books to Malawi During the week of May 22, close to 5000 children’s books were taken from Elmhurst to Malawi. The books were donated by the parents and students at Field Elementary School during a book drive by the Girl Scout troops at Field. The book drive was in partnership with the African Library Project (ALP). The goal for ALP book drives is 1000 books; the Field book drive greatly topped that goals several times over.

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One of the Girl Scouts at Field School works on sorting and packing a box of books to send to Malawi, as part of the African Library Project (ALP). Almost 5000 book were donated by the parents and students at Field. The Girl Scouts not only donated books of their own, but also made presentations to their classes, asking for donations.

A big part of collecting books is to sort the many varieties that are contributed. These 4th graders from Field School took on that job after the book drive held by the Girl Scout troops, which brought in almost 5000 books. The books are going to Malawi as part of the African Library Project (ALP).

IC Catholic Prep announces new Assistant Principal

IC Catholic Prep (ICCP) has announced that Mrs. Nikki Kanzia will join the staff as Assistant Principal, Director of Admissions and Student Life. Since 2014, Kanzia has served as the Principal at St. Scholastica Parish School in Woodridge, focusing on curriculum, recruitment, marketing, advancement and fundraising. In addition, she has held the Nikki Kanzia role of Secretary for the Diocese of Joliet’s Principal Council. “It is an honor to be able to join the dynamic administrative team and the tradition of excellence that is IC Catholic Prep,” said Kanzia. “In many ways, this opportunity is a homecoming for me as the seeds of my faith, family and community were planted in Elmhurst and at Immaculate Conception Parish. I am very much looking forward to giving back to the community in which I was raised with a desire to inspire our students to reach their greatest potential while growing in their faith”. Kanzia holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from National Louis University, a Certificate for Leading Inclusive Catholic Schools from Loyola University, and a Bachelor of Music Education from Illinois Wesleyan University. ““Nikki’s experience as a school Principal will bring a new perspective to our administrative team and specifically to our admissions department,” said Levar. “Her long-term commitment to Catholic education, as well as her diverse experience, high energy approach and proven ability to lead will allow Nikki to contribute significantly to ICCP’s goal of being the first choice for local families seeking a college preparatory education.”

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Three from York finalists in Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards

The Illinois chapter of the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA) The Jimmy Awards - serves as an annual national celebration of outstanding achievement in musical theater performance by high school students. IHSMTA categories include Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Scenic Design of a Musical, Best Direction of a Musical, and Best Overall Production. From this spring’s York High School production of West Side Story, the following students are state finalists: Senior ​Erik Martenson as Tony, j​unior ​Carina Kanzler as Maria and ​senior ​Tatum Langley as Anita.​Erik will be attending Ithaca College and Tatum will study at Ball State University, both pursuing careers in theatre.​ In addition, York’s rendition of West Side Story is one of five finalists for IHSMTA Best Overall Production. Performing Arts instructor Rebecca Marianetti served as director. The Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards selects 24 nominees (12 actors and 12 actresses) to compete for top honors in front of Chicago casting agents and theater professionals. Nominees will perform on stage at the Broadway Playhouse on June 5 and receive tickets to a Broadway In Chicago show. From the 24 nominees, the Best Actor and Best Actress award recipients will receive an all-expense paid trip to New York City to participate in a performance enrichment program and represent the State of Illinois at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, on Broadway June 26th. For more information, visit jimmyawards.com.

Silverado hosts benefit concert for Uganda

This Girl Scout from Field School checks out the collection box that people used to drop their donations. Then, the big job of sorting begins. Participating troops included First Grade troop #55124, Second Grade Troop 50361, Third Grade Troop 50548 and Fourth Grade Troop 50956. The books collected will be sent to Malawi as part of the African Library Project (ALP) to build / begin libraries.

On Saturday, June 10 from 12-4 p.m., the live band Summit will perform a benefit concert at Silverado Grill at 447 Spring Road. The concert will benefit the Mary Queen of Heaven Medical Center in Uganda. Tickets are $10 donation at the door, $5 for food and beer & wine tickets. The public is welcome. For more information, call 630-833-1602.

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Pictured are senior Tatum Langley (left) as Anita and freshman Julia Senior Erik Martenson performs as Tony in York Pictured here performing as Maria is ​junior ​Cari- Stone​dancing in York High School’s production of West Side Story. High School’s recent production of West Side Sto- na Kanzler, another one of York’s finalists in the Tatum is a finalist in the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards. ry. Erik is a finalist in the IHSMT awards. In addition, the play itself is a finalist for ‘Best Overall Production.” IHSMT awards.

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Community calendar able on the lower levels. The parking deck also is along the route of the Explore Elmhurst Express Trolley, at Stop No. 3. Info: visit ExploreElmhurst.com or call (630) 617-3515. This event will be held weather-permitting; no rain date is scheduled. Dancing Under the Stars is presented by Elmhurst College, the City of Elmhurst, and the City of Elmhurst and Elmhurst College Commission.

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Sunday, June 4 — Sinatra 101, a fundraiser for DuPage PADS Fun meets fundraising at Elmhurst College where there will be a dinner followed by by Jeffrey Deutsch and the Elmhurst All-Stars performing Frank Sinatra’s greatest hits to benefit DuPage PADS and its capital campaign for the site at Elmhurst Presbyterian Church. Guests may choose from dinner, concert and dessert for $80 per person or the concert and dessert only for $40 per person. Dinner is at. 5 p.m. in the Frick Center; the concert is at 7 p.m. at Mill Theater. Dessert and a silent auction will follow the concert. For tickets and information, contact Diana Riekse at 630-220-2269 or dianariekse@gmail.com. Monday, May 29 At 9:30 a.m., the 99th annual Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade will step off from Third and York. The parade will culminate at the Veterans Memorial in Wilder Park, next to Wilder Mansion, for a Memorial Ceremony honoring the fallen. Retired Brigadier General and Chaplain in the United States Air Force John M. Wendel will serve as Grand Marshal.

Sunday, June 4 Beginning at 8:30 a.m., the 5th Annual Strides Against MG benefit walk and kids’ dash will be held at Berens Park, 493 Oaklawn Ave. Hosted by Conquer Myasthenia Gravis, the family-friendly walk will raise MG awareness and raise funds to serve Saturday, June 3 MG patients and fund research. OnThe top floor of the Addison park- site registration starts at 8 a.m. To ing deck in Elmhurst will be the ven- register in advance, visit www.myasue for Dancing Under the Stars, an theniagravis.org/2017walk. evening of dancing and music featuring the Elmhurst College Jazz Band Monday, June 5 beginning at 7 p.m. on the roof level The Elmhurst Garden Club will of the deck at 135 N. Addison Ave. hold their monthly membership lundowntown. Bring a picnic basket and cheon at the Wilder Mansion. Lunch a chair or blanket to enjoy the roof- begins at 11:30 a.m. followed by the top views and music. Free and open regular meeting at 12 noon. The proto the public. Free parking is avail- gram, “Smart Phone/Garden Photography” by Staci Prince will begin at 1 p.m. Info: elmhurstgardenclub.org

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Heaven Medical Center in Uganda. Tickets are $10 donation at the door, $5 for food and beer & wine tickets. The public is welcome. For more information, call 630-833-1602. Sunday, June 25 From 3-6 p.m., the Elmhurst History Museum presents a Disco Explosion Community Event, as it celebrates everything ‘70s with a little disco and a little rock ‘n’ roll. Grammy-winning rocker and songwriter Jim Peterik (Survivor, Ides of March) will perform some of his hits with School of Rock, and The Shagadelics band represents disco with funky gems from the era. Legendary White Sox organist Nancy Faust will perform ball park favorites, and Hoekstra and Natkin will be on hand to sign books. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457.

Tuesday, July 4 The 13th annual Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th race will step off at 7:15 a.m., starting and finishing at Elmhurst College. A 1-kilometer kids (12-and-under) race follows at 8:25 a.m. The 4 on the 4th’s beneficiary is the Elmhurst Children’s Assistance Foundation. This year, the race will honor Darryl May, a club and race founder who passed away Friday, June 9 earlier this year. The race is present- (Continued from page 13) My Teacher is the Best… Beginning at 7:30 p.m., York High ed by InMotion Foot & Ankle Center In my opinion, I’ve had many wonSchool alumni are returning to the in Elmhurst. derful teachers. But, there’s one teacher stage for a one-night-only perforwho stands out. Mrs. Nowak my third mance of the musical Godspell, in Ongoing programs: York’s Baker Auditorium. Tickets • From June 9-October 8, the El- grade teacher must be the absolute best. can be purchased starting May 15, at mhurst History Museum hosts Disco Mrs. Nowak never raised her voice when ticketpeak.com/yorkdrama. Demolition: The Night Disco Died. she didn’t need to and always had a comIt started as an off-beat baseball pro- pliment for you. All her projects had a Saturday, June 10 motion called “Teen Night” designed purpose and Mrs. Nowak knew all the parents and treated them like friends! From 12-4 p.m., the live band to sell tickets at Comiskey Park and A year later, whenever she sees me or Summit will perform a benefit con- gain listeners for a fledgling FM radio someone else in her old class, she waves cert at Silverado Grill at 447 Spring station—until it devolved into one of and sometimes gives you a hug! All my Road to benefit the Mary Queen of the most infamous events in Chica- class would agree. Mrs. Nowak is the

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My Teacher is the Best… He was amazing and funny. He was my 4th grade teacher Class Rufus was the best teacher I ever had. He made a big impact on me to try hard on stuff and to not be lazy At the beginning of the year, I was kind of nervous because I thoght 4th grade was tough but Mr. Rufus guided me through the year and it was easy. Class Rufus means so much to me I would have never Mae it through 4th grade without him. I am going to miss Mr. Rufus in 5th. Name: Danny Grant School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus My Teacher is the Best… At the beginning of the year, I talked like a mouse. I was so quiet! Mr. Rufus pushed me to be louder and more confident. Mr. Rufus is the best teacher I’ve ever had! He’s stricked but also funny! He mad my last year great! Mr. Rufus gives a lot of people great funny nicknames, but he gives e the best one of all he alls me Rach. Writing it doesn’t sound that great but trust me the way he says it makes it the best nickname ever! Mr. Rufus is the best teacher ever! Thanks for an amazing year! Name: Rachel Mangoriro School: 4th, Hawthorne Teacher: Mr. Rufus

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First Cong. holds successful yard sale, green garden fair

The First Congregational United Church of Christ held an All Church Yard Sale and Green Garden Fair on Saturday, May 13. Beautiful weather supported shoppers who found items for their home and clothes for their closet, as well as organically grown vegetable and herb seedlings for their gardens. Proceeds from the event support the Youth Mission trip and the church’s general fund. COURTESY PHOTO Elmhurst Independent

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Mother – daughter team open NEXT Yoga in Elmhurst

Lauren Duncan demonstrates aerial yoga, one of the Aerial fitness classes available at NEXT Yoga, a new studio that opened in January in downtown Elmhurst. The establishment is owned and operated by Duncan and her mother Debbie Russo. It is the second location for the pair.

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Debbie Russo and her daughter Lauren Duncan are passionate about yoga. “Yoga is for everybody,” said Russo. “Every person can benefit from practicing yoga: all ages, sizes and lifestyles benefit from its physical, mental and healing power.” Both Russo and Duncan credit their yoga practice for keeping their own serious health conditions at bay. NEXT Yoga at 135 N. Addison Avenue in Elmhurst opened its doors in January. The first NEXT yoga studio opened three years ago in downtown Wheaton. “We are excited to be in Elmhurst,” said Russo. “Our intention was to replicate the positive growth we have in

Wheaton with a great community of students, and Elmhurst has that same vibrant feel. The response has been overwhelming.” Most NEXT Yoga classes are an hour in length and include Traditional Hot Yoga, where the studio temperature is 105 degrees, which Russo says is great for Type A personalities with its sequence of 26 consecutive poses. Yoga Sculpt class combines use of free weights, cardio and yoga to high energy music. Also Senior Yoga class is a therapeutic yoga where there is a chair to sit on or hold on to. “Senior Yoga is great for anyone who may be working through an injury or have chronic health issues,” she said. “We can modify postures for anyone’s physical abilities to receive the same benefit of each pose.” Something new that is offered only in Elmhurst is Aerial Yoga and Aerial Fitness, where students can safely increase their strength and flexibility using the resistance from your own

body. Space is limited for these classes and early sign up is encouraged. Every Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. all are welcome to join a free 30-minute meditation to calm your central nervous system and recharge. “We encourage you to come as you are – even in your business suit,” says Russo. Debbie Russo was born with Crohn’s disease, a digestive disorder. She instantly fell in love with the practice of yoga over a decade ago when she tried a yoga class and realized it provided relief from her illness. Since then, she has been an avid yoga practitioner and instructor. Lauren Duncan was born with scoliosis and wore a back brace for three years. While she was always athletic, she was faced with a decision whether or not to have surgery. She attended a hot yoga class and kept returning since it provided relief for her spine. Now she no longer has serious back issues.

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Professionally remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in S. Elmhurst. Everything is brand new - kitchen, baths, floors, roof, hardie siding, mechanicals, drain tile system, privacy fence, front porch, rear deck, & enclosed porch off garage. $389,900 FIRST OFFERING!

Professionally remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in S. Elmhurst. Everything is brand new - kitchen, baths, floors, roof, hardie siding, mechanicals, drain tile system, privacy fence, front porch, rear deck, & enclosed porch off garage. This home offers a master suite with spa bath, finished basement, and family room addition with fireplace. Top Elmhurst schools - Jackson, Bryan JRHS, and York HS. Great highway access, close to Oak Brook Mall, and 1 block to Eldridge Park. Nothing to do but move in! $389,900

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Prairie Path Apartment

Prairie Path Apartment

Squeaky clean 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath apartment for rent. Heat and Water Included. Newly refinished hardwood floors, outdoor deck overlooks Prairie Path. Available ASAP. Call Mickey Muisenga (630) 494-0178 $1,395 FIRST OFFERING!

Sharp Georgian

Sharp Georgian

Move-In Ready, All Brick Georgian in Stratford Hills on a 160 foot lot! Walking distance to Prairie Path, Award-Winning Jefferson School, New Washington Park, Vallette Business District with Shops & Restaurants. Over 2600 sf of finished $400,000 FIRST OFFERING!

Move-In Ready, All Brick Georgian in Stratford Hills on a 160 foot lot! Walking distance to Prairie Path, Award-Winning Jefferson School, New Washington Park, Vallette Business District with Shops & Restaurants. Over 2600 sf of finished living space & EVERYTHING is new or newer in this turn key home. Newly Refinished HW Floors throughout, Kitchen w/ Newer SS Appliances Amazing/RARE 1st Floor Family Room w/ stone & gas fireplace, New Paint, Crown Molding, Solid Core 6 Panel Doors, New Carpet, Newer Furnace/CAC/Roof/Windows/SS Appliances. full finished basement, huge fully fenced in backyard, & immaculate 2 car garage! $400,000

Island Const. Masterpiece!

Island Const. Masterpiece!

This brick & stone masterpiece w/ cedar shake roof features a complete interior remodel including refinished, dark stained HW floors, custom millwork, intricate ceiling detail, new ceiling fixtures & custom window treatments are featured throughout. $999,900

Location, Location, Location!

Location, Location, Location!

Charming 4 bed, 3 bath, over 2400 sf home in walk to everything location. Crown molding & custom built-ins, HW floors, 2 wood burning FPs, Bradford & Kent Gourmet Kitchen featuring 36” Wolf Range, Viking Hood, Farmhouse Sink, $649,900

Charming 4 bed, 3 bath, over 2400 sf home in walk to everything location. Crown molding & custom built-ins, HW floors, 2 wood burning FPs, Bradford & Kent Gourmet Kitchen featuring 36” Wolf Range, Viking Hood, Farmhouse Sink, beautiful granite CTs, & a master suite w/ whirlpool bath highlight the 1st floor. 3 spacious BRs & bath upstairs. Large 26x10 finished lower level is the perfect place for the kid’s hangout or man cave. Outdoor entertaining here is a breeze w/ a stylish screened in porch, stamped concrete patio & fire pit overlooking professionally landscaped yard. New in 2016 - furnace, A/C, 2 water heaters, & French drains. $649,900

This brick & stone masterpiece w/ cedar shake roof features a complete interior remodel including refinished, dark stained HW floors, custom millwork, intricate ceiling detail, new ceiling fixtures & custom window treatments are featured throughout. With over 7K SF finished over 4 floors, this home offers 5-6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, fully finished basement & 3rd level, a chef’s kitchen w/ high-end appliance package, butler pantry, home office, gym, 2nd floor laundry, 2 fireplaces, master’s quarters w/ spa-bath & balcony, & direct access from heated garage to basement. $999,900

Executive Ranch in S Elmhurst

Executive Ranch in S Elmhurst

Oversized ranch on a 1/2 acre parcel with a premier cul-desac location in south Elmhurst. Over 3,200 SF + a finished basement & 2.5 car attached garage that backs up to Butterfield Park. The breathtaking views of the backyard $765,000

CENTER OF TOWN NEW BUILD

Unbelievable location, lot size, and opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. French country design with brick, stone, and stucco facade set on huge corner lot in the center of town. Three finished levels offering 1,598,000

Oversized ranch on a 1/2 acre parcel with a premier cul-de-sac location in south Elmhurst. Over 3,200 SF + a finished basement & 2.5 car attached garage that backs up to Butterfield Park. The breathtaking views of the backyard oasis are captured in every room. Huge master suite & family room additions on back with vaulted ceilings, skylights, & direct access to wrap-around deck. Professionally manicured grounds w/ lush, mature landscaping/irrigation system. As spacious as they come, this ranch offers 4 BR’s, 4 full baths, a formal dining room w/ wet bar, 1st floor laundry, tons of storage, & can entertain the largest gatherings all year round. $765,000

CENTER OF TOWN NEW BUILD Unbelievable location, lot size, and opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. French country design with brick, stone, and stucco facade set on huge corner lot in the center of town. Three finished levels offering well-appointed finishes, volume ceilings, custom details, & natural light throughout. Great floor plan with huge family room, chef’s kitchen with large island, 1st floor office, large mudroom off 3 car garage, and sun room overlooking huge yard and patio. 4 beds up, huge master suite with spa bath, & his & hers walkins. Finished basement with 5th bedroom, full bath, rec room, game area, tons of storage and potential space for exercise room & wine cellar. All this with the most desirable, walk to everything location and award winning schools - Hawthorne, Sandburg, and York HS - this opportunity checks all boxes. 1,598,000

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Squeaky clean 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath apartment for rent. Heat and Water Included. Newly refinished hardwood floors, outdoor deck overlooks Prairie Path. Available ASAP. Call Mickey Muisenga (630) 494-0178 $1,395

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Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail

Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail throughout, exquisite millwork, a large mudroom, 1st floor office, huge kitchen with 2-tier island for prep sink/area and separate eating space. Open family room with gas fireplace overlooks 160’ deep yard. Superb from the curb with covered front porch and patio in the rear. Too many other details to list! Builder is also willing to build to suit at different price points. $1,099,900

Best of Both Worlds!

Best of Both Worlds!

Close to everything, offering a private, professionally landscaped backyard complete w/ lighting, 2-level deck, pergola & fire pit. Perfect retreat for entertaining/relaxing. Family rm features gas fireplace & raised hearth surrounded

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Premier Elmhurst Location!

Premier Elmhurst Location!

Commercial lot w/ downtown zoning (C-4) in TIF 1. Located across the street from Metra station at the Gateway to Wilder Park & Museum/Cultural center of Elmhurst. Existing building will be removed soon and EPA letter is recorded. Four stories

Commercial lot w/ downtown zoning (C-4) in TIF 1. Located across the street from Metra station at the Gateway to Wilder Park & Museum/Cultural center of Elmhurst. Existing building will be removed soon and EPA letter is recorded. Four stories allowed, could be great mixed use development, one of the last lots available in town. 11,917 sf affords approx. 4766sf of building footprint. Newly approved downtown plan, soon to be in place, will expand height & density of this property. Call Mickey Muisenga (630) 4940178 for more information. $1,295,000

$1,295,000 Downtown Elmhurst Development Location!

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Town Homes of Fountain Pointe

Town Homes of Fountain Pointe

Come see this one of a kind luxury townhouse development in Elmhurst by outstanding Island Construction. This 3 bedroom / 4 bathroom with 2 car heated attached garage will give you 2,400SF+ of high end finishes, a beautiful open floor plan, and $675,000

Attn: Builders/Investors!

Attn: Builders/Investors!

Great Location! Build new, Rehab or Flip It. Charming 2 Bedroom Bungalow. Hardwood floors, Living room accented by w\Wood Burning fireplace. French doors off dining room to Sun room. Walk up Attic. Close to shopping & Prairie Path. Lot

Great Location! Build new, Rehab or Flip It. Charming 2 Bedroom Bungalow. Hardwood floors, Living room accented by w\Wood Burning fireplace. French doors off dining room to Sun room. Walk up Attic. Close to shopping & Prairie Path. Lot Size 55x140. 7512Sq.Ft. $309,900

$309,900

This 3 Story 5 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom home has nearly 3,500 square feet & offers the vintage charm of yesteryear along with all the desires of today’s buyer. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliance package, Incredible all-brick addition $769,000

Lincoln school new construction opportunity w/ Wise Builders. Rare opportunity for corner lot that will offer south exposure to front elevation + 3 car attached garage. All the bells & whistles to be expected w/ this talented & experienced builder. Custom $1,198,000

Lincoln school new construction opportunity w/ Wise Builders. Rare opportunity for corner lot that will offer south exposure to front elevation + 3 car attached garage. All the bells & whistles to be expected w/ this talented & experienced builder. Custom kitchen, massive center island, full masonry fireplace, 1st floor office, HWF’s throughout, luxurious master w/ soaking tub, separate shower, & his & hers walk in closets. FINISHED BASEMENT – 5th bedroom, full bath, rec room, & tons of storage. Plenty of time to customize & work side-by-side w/ builder that can make all your ideas come to life. Walk to Lincoln, Prairie Path, & Spring Rd Bus district. $1,198,000

Rehab or Build your Dream House in this great location surrounded by million dollar houses. Contemporary home features 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Spacious Living room with Fireplace ,Separate Dining Room, 1st floor Office.1st Floor $465,000 NEW PRICE!

Rehab or Build your Dream House in this great location surrounded by million dollar houses. Contemporary home features 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Spacious Living room with Fireplace ,Separate Dining Room, 1st floor Office.1st Floor Master Bedroom, Fully equipped Kit $465,000

This 3 Story 5 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom home has nearly 3,500 square feet & offers the vintage charm of yesteryear along with all the desires of today’s buyer. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliance package, Incredible all-brick addition with over-sized family room, breathtaking Master Suite with Floor to Ceiling Windows of sweeping views of the 15,000 square foot lot & En Suite bathroom & huge walk-in closet, Great Au Pair Quarters on 3rd Flr. 3 car epoxied attached garage, plus an INCREDIBLE LOCATION, steps to new Washington Park, walk to town/train & schools & Prairie Path! Pride in Ownership shines bright in this lovely home! $769,000

Perfect Starter Home!

Perfect Starter Home!

BRAND NEW HOUSE WITHOUT THE BRAND NEW PRICE TAG! This entire house has been given a 2017 Makeover! All the “in trend” designs and attention to detail are obvious in this 3 BR, 2 BA home that is walk to Grades 1-8 and to Elmhurst’s

BRAND NEW HOUSE WITHOUT THE BRAND NEW PRICE TAG! This entire house has been given a 2017 Makeover! All the “in trend” designs and attention to detail are obvious in this 3 BR, 2 BA home that is walk to Grades 1-8 and to Elmhurst’s Town & Train. $389,000

$389,000

A Very Unique Home!

A Very Unique Home!

Come see this one of a kind luxury townhouse development in Elmhurst by outstanding Island Construction. This 3 bedroom / 4 bathroom with 2 car heated attached garage will give you 2,400SF+ of high end finishes, a beautiful open floor plan, and perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the gorgeous views of the Prairie Path landscape while living less than one mile from downtown Elmhurst’s restaurants, shopping, museums, library, theater & Metra. Situated in a friendly community with award winning schools & parks just 17 miles from downtown Chicago. Phase II is ready for occupancy with selection of your own custom finishes. Call today for a private showing. $675,000

Cherry Farm Tudor

Cherry Farm Tudor

New in Lincoln

New in Lincoln

Close to everything, offering a private, professionally landscaped backyard complete w/ lighting, 2-level deck, pergola & fire pit. Perfect retreat for entertaining/relaxing. Family rm features gas fireplace & raised hearth surrounded by beautiful custom cabinetry & glass tiling. Other features include custom wood cabinets & new SS fridge in kitchen; formal dining room; 1st floor full bath; spacious master bedroom w/ vaulted ceilings, huge closet & attached bath w/jacuzzi tub; a huge finished basement w/ kitchenette, office & 1/2 bath! Heated 1.5 car attached garage w high ceilings. Paver extensions on both sides of cement driveway for double wide car parking. $559,900

Immaculate Industrial Bldg

Immaculate Industrial Bldg

All brick, single story turn-key light industrial building. Brand new everything - epoxy floor finish, 2 bathrooms, approx 300 SF of finished office in front, new tinted windows, tuckpointing, two 10’ drive in doors, tankless HWH, new 200 AMP electric $299,900 Turn-key Industrial Building!

All brick, single story turn-key light industrial building. Brand new everything - epoxy floor finish, 2 bathrooms, approx 300 SF of finished office in front, new tinted windows, tuckpointing, two 10’ drive in doors, tankless HWH, new 200 AMP electric panel, 2 gas ceiling hung heating units, GFA and CAC in office, roof 7 yrs old, 11.5’ ceiling height to bar joists, and set up for remote camera security monitoring through Comcast. Great highway access, just off 290/294 interchange and next two big-box retailers like Walmart and Sam’s Club. Perfect for car storage, automotive, manufacturing, fabricator, or as turnkey zero maintenance investment $299,900

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Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois announces restructuring plan Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois announced program closures and staff cuts that will help the organization to better meet its ongoing mission. As part of a thorough organizational review following several years of financial challenges and changing needs, they have made the difficult decision to restructure to ensure continued viability. “Since assuming the position of CEO on January 1, I have focused on ensuring that we fulfill our mis-

sion while looking to plan for the long-term financial stability of the organization,” said LCFS President and CEO Mike Bertrand. “We engaged in a thorough analysis and have created a plan for a financial turnaround of LCFS.” In consultation with LCFS’ Board of Trustees and an independent advisor, LCFS developed plans to restructure its services and shore up resources to align the organization with future needs of children and families in the state.

The changing landscape of social services “The social services landscape is ever changing as have the needs and challenges of abused and neglected children and their families,” said LCFS Vice President and Chief Program Officer Beverly Jones. “LCFS saw the need to refocus and strengthen our work while remaining true to our mission.” Nine programs are closing and about 100 positions will be eliminated (25 percent of LCFS’ total

staff). Impacted programs and communities are listed below. While the timing to wind-down each program depends on several factors, including how to minimize client disruption and coordinate with various stakeholders, LCFS expects to complete the phase out by the end of June. “This has been an agonizing decision, particularly due to the impact on our clients and their families, as well as our employees whose jobs were eliminated,” said Bertrand. “We are refocusing our mission to what we as an agency are best at, which is serving traumatized children and their families as a child-welfare organization.”

of donors, partner agencies and other stakeholders over the years. Moving forward, LCFS plans to continue with a renewed focus on core programs-- foster care, adoption, counseling, Southern Thirty Adolescent Center, Camp Wartburg and preventative services such as intact family services and extended family support. “LCFS has been around for nearly 145 years,” said Bertrand. “We have demonstrated our ability to re-invent ourselves many times over those years, staying true to our core of caring for children and families in need. “We are a resilient organization. We will again demonstrate our ability to thrive versus merely sustain, so that ultimately, we can better serve Trying to be all things to all those in need.” people drained funds For more information, visit LCFS. LCFS’ current financial challenges resulted from trying to meet the org or www.facebook.com/LCFSIL needs of too many diverse groups, or call 800-363-LCFS. which overburdened the organization with trying to find necessary Programs closing long-term funding needed to sustain include: Chicago Uptown Ministry, Chithose disparate services. In addition, payments from the State of Illinois cago Financial Education, Chicago for core programs such as youth resHardin Food Pantry, Hardin idential services, no longer cover the Little Village Food Pantry, Chicost of providing quality services to traumatized children and families. cago Lutherbrook Child and AdolesOver the years, LCFS sought private dollars to cover stagnant rates for cent Center, Addison Lutherbrook Academy, Addison services that did not keep up with Nice Twice Thrift Shop, Mt. rising cost of providing services. Vernon Senior Care Services, Chicago Return focus to core Veterans Assistance Program, programs LCFS is grateful for the support Decatur

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York girls 3,200 relay team takes 12th in state Dukes girls soccer team wins regional title By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls track 3,200 relay team placed 12th in the state at the recent Class 3A meet held at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. York clocked in at 9:48.94 with senior Julie Biggins, junior Katherine Tomaska, sophomore Sarah May and freshman Emma Kern. The Dukes were third in their preliminary heat of the 3,200 relay with a finals-advancing time of 9:35.72 with Biggins, Tomaska, freshman Lydia Hickey and May. Senior Jeanette Morley finished seventh in her preliminary round of the high jump with a leap of 5-1. Junior Molly Evans placed eighth in her preliminary flight of the triple jump with a mark of 33-11 3/4. York boys track The York boys’ track team had a highly successful evening at the recent Class 3A Lake Park sectional. The Dukes finished tied for second as a team with 84 points. Wheaton-Warrenville South won the sectional title with 92 points. York’s 800 relay team qualified for this weekend’s state finals meet after finishing second with a qualifying time of 1:31.06. Obi Nnam won the high jump sectional title with a mark of 6-4. Cal Widener is headed to state after finishing second in the shot put with a throw of 55-2 1/2. Jackson Bode won the 3,200 sectional title with a time of 9:35.46. Charlie Kern Jr. won the 800 sectional title in 1:56.57, edging a Wheaton North runner who clocked in at 1:57.00. Kern Jr. also won the 1,600 sectional title in 4:26.54 — again in a competitive race. The second-place runner finished in 4:26.73. Jonathan Tanner rounded out York’s list of state qualifiers. He took second in the 200 with a time of 22.39. York girls soccer The York girls soccer team downed St. Francis 3-0 to win its own Class 3A

York regional title. Maggie Bleyer had two goals for the Dukes, while Jenna Dvorak had one goal. York headed to the Downers Grove North sectional this week where it played Downers Grove North in the sectional semifinals. If York won that match it will play for the sectional title Friday at 5 p.m. at Downers Grove North. York baseball The York baseball team picked up a pair of wins recently to advance its overall record to 21-10. The Dukes were 10-5 winners in a WSC crossover game against Hinsdale South. York scored seven runs in the first inning and had 10 hits in the game. Andrew Deardurff was 2-for-2 with two runs scored and an RBI. Mike Bernal went 2-for-4 with a run scored and three RBI. Joey Yaeger scored two runs and walked twice. Nick Lee had a hit and a run scored. Mike Pastuovic had two hits, a run scored and two RBI. Ryan Ross had a hit and a run scored. Joey Chiappetta had a hit, a run scored and two RBI. Ian Steinorth had a hit, a run scored and an RBI. Pastuovic doubled, Chiappetta tripled and Bernal hit a home run in the game. Burke Corcoran was the winning pitcher. He went four innings and allowed one earned run. Charlie Pakenas pitched the final three innings and struck out three. York also won 8-7 against Elk Grove in eight innings non-conference play. The Dukes led 3-1 after the first inning in the back-and-forth game. Each team had 11 hits. Steinorth’s RBI single in the eighth inning won it for the Dukes. Deardurff had a hit, an RBI and a walk. Bernal had two hits and a run scored. Yaeger had a hit, a run scored and an RBI. Lee walked three times, had a hit and scored two runs. Pastuovic had a hit, a run scored and two RBI. Ross had two hits, two walks and two RBI. Austin

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Regional touchdown

York senior Jenna Dvorak controls the ball against Proviso West during the HSA Class 3A regional opener played on Wednesday, May 17. The Dukes beat the visiting Panthers 7-0 to advance to the championship game.

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York girls soccer vs. Proviso West Photos by CHRIS FOX Elmhurst Independent

Junior Morgan McCarthy takes a shot on goal. York won the post-season opener 7-0. Emily Aylesworth, a junior, steps in front of a Proviso West player: York hosted the game.

York senior Ashley Los races across the pitch agains Proviso West on May 17.

Dukes senior Elizabeth Kowalski looks to pass during the IHSA Class 3A regional game against the Panthers.

Above left: Maggie Bleyer, a junior, sets up a play for the Dukes on Wednesday. York advanced to the Regional Championship with the victory over Proviso West. Above right: Courtney Jopes is in control for the Dukes.

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Olivia Hoekstra finishes sixth York boys water polo team in the state in 400 dash reaches sectional final Ross wins three boys track sectional titles By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls track team had nine girls compete in the recent Class 1A state finals meet in Charleston at Eastern Illinois University. It’s the largest contingent of athletes the Trojans have had at state in six years. Timothy senior Olivia Hoekstra took sixth in the state in the 400 with a time of 59.13. She ran 59.61 in the preliminary heat to earn a spot in the finals. Timothy’s 3,200 relay team finished in sixth place in its preliminary heat with a time of 10:45.87. That team included Elise Terpstra, Valerie Hoekstra, Jill Forgac and Rachel Stoll. Timothy’s 800 relay competed in the third heat in the preliminaries. That group included Zoe Stanton, Priscilla Nartey, Gabi Silvia and Alyse Schnurr. Timothy’s 1,600 relay was seventh in its preliminary heat with a time of 4:26.63 with Olivia Hoekstra, Valerie Hoekstra, Forgac and Stoll. Schnurr was eighth in her preliminary heat of the 100 high hurdles with a time of 17.98. Terpstra was 10th in her preliminary heat of the 800 with a time of 2:36.85. Timothy Christian boys track The Timothy Christian boys track team was seventh at the recent Class 1A Seneca sectional. On the individual front, Timothy ju-

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nior Xavier Ross won three sectional titles and will compete in those events at this weekend’s Class 1A state finals meet in Charleston. Ross won the 110 high hurdles title in 16.11. He won the 300 intermediate hurdles going away in 41.50. His next closest competition was 43.96. Ross also won the 200 in 23.03. Timothy Christian baseball The Timothy Christian baseball team opened Class 2A regional play with a 19-1 win in four innings over Chicago Wells. The Trojans pounded out 13 hits and led 16-0 after two innings thanks to seven runs in the first inning and nine more in the second inning. Nick Huisman had two hits and four RBI. Ten Timothy players collected the 13 hits. Jonny Strube also had four RBI. Brian Schiff, Jimmy Allen and Huisman each had two hits. Schiff, Huisman and Strube each had a double, while Allen and Josh Anderson each had a triple. Jakob Loerop was the winning pitcher. He went four innings and allowed two hits, while striking out four. Timothy’s regional title game at home against St. Joseph was postponed due to rain. That game was scheduled to be made up this past Monday. If Timothy won that game, it advanced to the Class 2A IC Catholic Prep sectional in Elmhurst at Plunkett Athletic Complex against F.W. Parker from Chicago.

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Gelsomino, Chiappetta and Steinorth each had a hit. Ross and Yaeger each had a double, while Ross tripled. Deardurff and Lee each stole two bases. York had six steals as a team. Gelsomino was the winning pitcher in relief. He went the final four innings and allowed four hits, one earned run and struck out seven against no walks. Jake Hadawi pitched the first four innings. York was scheduled to play at Naperville Central in a non-conference game earlier this week prior to facing Niles North today in Class 4A regional semifinal action. If York defeats Niles North it will play for the regional title Saturday at Niles North. York softball The York softball team went 1-2 during a recent three-game stretch against Hinsdale Central, Downers Grove North and Glenbard West. In a 12-10 loss in 10 innings to Hinsdale Central in West Suburban Conference Silver Division action, Katherine Karnatz had a hit, two RBI and three runs scored. Jane Moran had two hits. Kyra Kroll went 3-for-6 with a run scored and six RBI. Mia Tran had two hits. Izzy Smith also had two hits, as did Lauren Wojcik (2 RBI, 1 run scored) and Sydney Fuglsang (2 runs scored). Tran had two doubles, while Smith and Kroll each had one double. Kroll, Wojcik and Karnatz each hit a home

run. Fuglsang stole two bases. Julia Derkowski tookt he loss. She struck out four in 2 2/3 innings. Wojcik pitched the final 7 1/3 innings and allowed two earned runs, while striking out five. York then dropped a 7-5 WSC Silver division play against Downers Grove North. York had five hits. Moran had a hit and two RBI. Smith had a hit and a run scored. Kroll had a hit and an RBI, while Andrea Meagher and Maria Gentile each had a hit. Smith and Moran each had a double, while Karnatz stole two bases. Wojcik took the loss. Julia Derkowski pitched 4 1/3 innings of relief and struck out five. In York’s 9-5 WSC Silver win against Glenbard West, the Dukes led 6-0 after the first inning. York had 12 hits. Karnatz had a hit, a run scored and an RBI. Tran had two hits, two runs scored and an RBI. Smith had two hits and an RBI. Meagher had a hit and a run scored. Wojick had two hits, a run scored and two RBI. Gentile had a hit and a run scored, while Fuglsang had two hits, a run scored and two RBI. Jojo Moyer had a hit and a run scored. Smith doubled, while Karnatz hit a home run. Smith and Tran each had two stolen bases. Wojcik was the winning pitcher. She allowed six hits and struck out 11 in a complete-game effort.

Dukes finish season with 24 wins

By Mike Miazga

defense and we ended up where we needed to be by the end of the season.” It was a banner year in the pool for the York boys Marlott and Parker Hicks provided constant water polo team. sparks for the Dukes. “Alex was our leader in goals, The Dukes finished the season 24-7-1 overall and steals and assists. He looked to set up his teammates took second in the West Suburban Conference with on every possession, but was also able to score a 4-1 record. consistently himself,” said Drumm. “Parker was York finished second in the conference to Lyons a starter last year, but this year he had to take on a Township and reached the sectional championship leadership role in the water, which he did. By the game where it lost to state power Fenwick. end of the season, he was our center and our center In a 10-6 sectional semifinal win over Oak Parkdefender, meaning he was working harder than River Forest, Alex Marlott had five goals and three anyone in the water on both ends of the pool.” assists. Drumm noted the team had to contend with the York coach Brian Drumm described an energized expectations coming off a successful 2016 season. sectional tournament environment. “Both the “Since we made the state tournament in 2016 and sectional semifinal and the final were so loud, they were ranked in the Top 10 for the entire season this couldn’t hear instructions from the bench,” he said. year, we could not sneak up on anyone,” he said. “It was on them to communicate with each other and “This year, we realized immediately that teams were execute and we thought they did an excellent job in extra-pumped to play us, so matching that motivation that regard. as the favorite in most contest was a welcomed “We were fortunate to have had that experience adjustment. By the third or fourth week of the season, (making the sectional championship game). You the boys owned it and had a lot of fun with it. can’t replace a championship atmosphere. It was so “Although we missed the state tournament by one much fun and such a great learning experience for game, we had an unbelievably successful season, all of us to perform in a game where the stakes are which our overall record demonstrates. 24-7-1 is a that high.” better record than we had last year and our schedule York made major strides on the defensive end as was as difficult as any other team’s schedule in the the season wore on. “This was the first year of my state.” career that we had multiple weapons on offense, Marlott, Hicks and Nick Miklyukh were named but our defense was lacking early on,” said Drumm. to the all-WSC team. Marlott, Hicks, Miklyukh and “Usually, it’s the opposite for us. We worked hard Tim Delaney earned all-sectional honors for the through March to improve our team and individual Dukes.

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IC Catholic Prep girls soccer team wins sectional title

Langan breaks school single-season goal-scoring record By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep girls soccer team put itself one win away from history. The Knights scored a recent 2-1 win over Chicago DePaul College Prep to win the Class 1A IC Catholic Prep sectional title at Plunkett Athletic Complex in Elmhurst. The win moved the Knights to 20-5 overall and put them in a Class 1A supersectional game earlier this week against Chicago University High. If IC Catholic Prep won that game it will play for the first time in program history in the state semifinals at North Central College in Naperville on Friday. The Knights also have won nine games in a row and 14 of their last 16. “It was the battle of halves,” said IC Catholic Prep coach Tom Schergen. IC Catholic Prep trailed 1-0 heading into halftime as the result of an own goal. DePaul led 1-0 until 14 minutes remained in regulation. That’s when Olivia Hurt scored off a Tessa Langan corner kick to tie the game. Bella Leslie then put the game-winner home with eight minutes left off another Langan corner kick. “What we did well is play with

heart,” said Schergen. “In terms of games we played before that, we played team soccer, but when we got pushed a little, they all came together and played with heart and put it all out on the field. That was the difference.” The Knights reached the final by scoring a 6-3 win over Francis W. Parker out of Chicago in the sectional semifinals. Langan scored four goals in the game and set a new IC Catholic Prep single-season goal-scoring mark with 31. The previous record of 28 was held by Natalie D’Agostino. Hurt and Grace Fuller each added a goal and Hurt had two assists in the game. The 20 wins in a season also established a new program record. The previous season high was 17 wins. “The girls are doing well,” said Schergen. “They are peaking at the right time and doing things well as a team. They are at the point where they have the opportunity to do something that no other girls’ soccer team at IC Catholic Prep has done (go downstate). They have history in front of them. If they come out and play well (earlier this week against University), they will set another school benchmark.”

Schergen said the major key to the string of 14 wins in 16 games has been the players’ increasing familiarity with each other. “The difference between early on in the season is I don’t think we knew how to play together,” he said. “We had a lot of individual play and individual talent. Now, we’ve figured out how to use teammates’ strengths. We’ve played well as a team.” Schergen noted DePaul held a decided shots-on-goal edge in the sectional final. “I think they outshot us 25-4 or something like that,” he said. “Their goalie was on fire, saving everything. A lot of teams could have gotten down and packed it in. Our girls kept fighting and kept getting after it. It’s a testament to how much heart they have. They found a way to win even with the deck stacked against them.” Schergen also lauded the leadership abilities of senior captains Langan, Tess Reardon, Liz Maloney and Kaitlyn Grady. “The four senior captains have been unbelievable,” he said. “They got the whole team to buy in. It’s been an unbelievable season. We’re doing the little things that make a difference. These girls never cease to amaze me.”

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The IC Catholic Prep 2017 IHSA Class 2A regional championship softball team shows off the hardware.

IC Catholic Prep softball:

IC Catholic Prep sophomore pitcher Kayla Faber Cournane threw a complete game shutout against Regina Dominican to win the IHSA Class 2A regional championship for the Knights.

Regional championship game action Photos by CHRIS FOX Elmhurst Independent

IC junior catcher Josie Lytton dives for a foul ball.

Senior Kaitlyn Falduto cracks a double off the top of the fence in IC’s 7-0 victory.

Alessandra Eccardt playing first base; Eccardt, Brooklyn Campos, a freshman, plays third base for the a freshman, hit a bases-loaded, three-run dou- Knights sophomore Natlie Murillo scores on a single by Brooklyn Campos in the second inning for the first run of the game. ble in the third inning to give IC a 4-0 lead. Knights on Saturday, May 20 in Elmhurst.

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IC Catholic Prep girls track Timothy Christian’s Daniels and team competes at state Hoogendorn qualify for state tennis finals Rowell qualifies for boys state track By Mike Miazga

meet in three individual events By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep girls track team was plenty busy at the recent Class 1A state finals meet held at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. IC Catholic Prep’s 400 relay team was fourth in its preliminary heat with a time of 51.49. That team included Jaida Smith, Nailah Landon, Olivia Slavin and Kiersten King—all underclassmen. The Knights’ 800 relay team took eighth in their preliminary heat with a time of 1:53.99 with Smith Slavin, freshman Hannah Johnson and King. Neither relay qualified for the finals. Smith was sixth in her preliminary heat of the long jump with a mark of 15-11 3/4. Landon and Mia Valenzuela both registered no height in the preliminary flights of the high jump. Freshman Gabi Zanoni was ninth in her preliminary flight of the shot put at 31-1. Smith was ninth in her preliminary flight of the triple jump at 33-10 1/4. King was sixth in her preliminary heat of the 200 with a time of 27.02. IC Catholic Prep boys track The IC Catholic Prep boys track team placed second at the recent Class 1A sectional at Seneca. The Knights ended with 92 points. Seneca won the sectional title with 112 points. Knights standout Jordan Rowell qualified for state in three individual events. Rowell won the long jump sectional title with a mark of 22-6. Rowell also won the 100 dash in

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11.27 and took second in the 400 with a state-qualifying time of 52.03. IC Catholic Prep won the 400 relay sectional title in 45.16. The Knights also won the 800 relay title with a time of 1:35.53. The Knights’ other state qualifier is junior Dan McCann, who won the shot-put sectional title with a throw of 39-3. IC Catholic Prep will compete in the Class 1A state finals meet in Charleston at Eastern Illinois University this weekend. IC Catholic Prep baseball The IC Catholic Prep baseball team had its Class 2A regional title game at Westmont against the host school postponed by rain last weekend. The Knights were scheduled to play that game this past Monday at Westmont. If the Knights won that game, they advanced to the Class 2A IC Catholic Prep sectional at home at Plunkett Athletic Complex. The Knights reached the title game after scoring a 6-2 win over Lisle in the semifinals. IC Catholic Prep jumped out to a 3-0 lead after the first inning and led 6-0 after four innings. IC Catholic Prep had four hits in the game. Griffen Eichhorn had a home run, two walks, a run scored and two RBI. John Hoffman had a double and two RBI, while Matt Sutton had a hit, a run scored and a walk. Brendan Russ was the winning pitcher. He went 5 2/3 innings and allowed six hits and one earned run. CJ West pitched the final 1 1/3 innings and earned the save.

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The news of late has been quite good for the Timothy Christian boys tennis team. The Trojans recently took second at their own Class 1A Timothy Christian sectional with 12 points. Montini won the sectional title with 15 points. The Timothy doubles team of Nathan Daniels and Trevor Hoogendorn qualified for this weekend’s Class 1A state tennis finals after winning the doubles sectional title. Daniels and Hoogendorn won their first match 6-0, 6-0 and then won 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 in their second match before winning 6-3, 7-5 over Montini in the sectional title match. The Trojans finished the regular season 13-6-1 overall and went a perfect 4-0 in Metro Suburban Conference Red Division action. At the conference tournament, Timothy edged Illiana Christian 22-21 for first place, giving the Trojans the overall conference title. It was Timothy’s third conference title in a row and fourth in the last six years. Daniels and Hoogendorn won the conference No. 1 doubles title. Zach Huerta and Austin Hoogendorn won the No. 2 doubles conference title, while James Shervheim and Luke DeVries won the No. 3 doubles title. Jack Rhiner took second at No. 2 singles. Prior to the sectional, Daniels and Hoogendorn were 12-0 together and earned the No. 1 sectional seed. Joel Daniels and Huerta were 7-0 at No. 2 doubles and earned the No. 5 seed at the sectional. DeVries was 20-4 at second and third doubles. “We have had a steady improvement over the last three weeks,” said Timothy coach Keith Mills late last week. Doubles teams are getting to the net more frequently and I have found the right doubles combinations.” Timothy also won the Fenton Bison Invitational for a second year in a row. “That was a big surprise,” said Mills. “We topped Glenbard South, Fenwick and Stagg and swept all three doubles events.” Mills has been impressed with how his players have

reacted to lineup adjustments throughout the year. “This year I realized I needed to adjust the lineup more often than in prior years,” he said. “Players have been going from singles to doubles in almost every match. This has kept everyone sharp, in my opinion, and I then found the right lineup for each opponent. We did not have a dominating first singles player this season so two-to-three boys have stepped into that role. The overall level of the top eight players has increased and is very even from the third to eighth positions. As a coach, that’s a good problem to have.” Nathan Daniels returned the lineup mid-season after coming back from an ACL injury suffered during the soccer season. “He is back to top form already,” said Mills of Daniels. “He is playing doubles only, but is easily one of the best doubles players in the state.” DeVries has made major strides this season. “Luke probably is the most improved from the first day to the end of the season,” said Mills. “He’s a reliable doubles player who has been unbeatable at third doubles through the last three weeks. He’s 20-4 at second and third doubles.” Austin Hoogendorn had a 15-5 record prior to the sectional. “Austin has been a solid surprise performer for us,” said Mills. Timothy won seven dual meets to end the season, as well as tournament titles at Argo, Fenton and the MSC Red tournament. “The weather has been an obstacle to get consistent play,” said Mills. “We seemed to get our act together in late April. Meshing as a team took some time. Playing with different partners, supporting teammates and overall attitudes changed as we progressed. In summary, we went from a rocky start to a great finish. My biggest success as a coach is having 27 boys out for tennis at a school where we have 175 boys total. Our team is bigger than many schools. Many beginners in our program progressed in 10 weeks.” Timothy’s JV team also won the conference title. Mills noted the team only graduates five players (3 varsity starters). “We will likely return 22 boys,” he said. “We have no USTA tourney players on the roster, yet we continue to have successful seasons.”

The York girls water polo team had plenty to celebrate this season. The Dukes posted a 22-7-1 overall record and went 4-1 in West Suburban Conference play, losing in the conference tournament final to Lyons Township. York also advanced to the sectional championship at Fenwick where it lost to the hosts and defending state champions by a 12-6 count. At the sectional, Sarah Lewand and Sydney Hutchinson were selected to the all-sectional first team, while Moleigh Waldherr and Maria Rantis earned all-sectional second-team accolades. Lewand, the team’s senior goalie, made 240 saves. York coach Mark Giuliani expects Lewand to earn an all-state first-team designation when those awards were announced earlier this week. “Sarah was phenomenal as a threeyear varsity starter,” said Giuliani. Hutchinson, a junior 2-meter defense and hole set, led the team with 112 goals and 50 assists. Waldherr, a freshman

driver-hole set, had 84 goals and 35 assists, while senior driver and captain Rantis had 76 goals and 42 assists. York won its sectional semifinal by a 5-4 count against Oak Park-River Forest. “We played as a team,” the coach said. “Our girls fought hard to come back in the semifinal game against OPRF and we ended up winning. We also beat them a week before in the semifinals of the conference tournament, 5-4 and again at the beginning of the season (6-4). The girls kept playing and relied on communication and leadership to hang in that game and come back to make it to the championship game.” Giuliani also was pleased with the execution in the sectional final against Fenwick. “Against Fenwick we played lockdown defense and executed on our outside shooting,” he said. “Fenwick is one of the best teams in the state and our girls made it a competitive game. They realized we also are one of the best teams in the state. Getting to the sectional final means the program is growing. We are creating higher expectations. The expectation is to make

it to the sectional final and win. We are right there. We need to keep growing and get to that next tier.” The coach saw improvements throughout the pool this season. “Our offense and defense improved immensely,” he said. “The girls took a lot of initiative and responsibility to learn the system and put in the individual work to make sure they were ready. I am lucky to coach such a great, hard-working and competitive group of girls.” Lewand, Amalia Siavelis and Rantis were the team’s three captains this season. “They showed great leadership and skill all season,” said Giuliani. “I also was great to have younger classmen such as Sydney Hutchinson, Marissa Logan, Maddie Fitzpatrick and Moleigh Waldherr step up. We will have a good team next year.” Giuliani said leadership, personality and hard work were three traits that stood out to him this season. “It was one of the best seasons York water polo has had in my five years coaching,” he said. “The girls worked hard and improved immensely.”

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075197 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 1, 2017, wherein the business firm of TECHTER’S LAWN CARE LOCATED AT 894 GLENLAKE DRIVE, CAROL STREAM, IL 601884703 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) NICHOLAS S TECHTER, HOME ADDRESS 894 GLENLAKE DRIVE, CAROL STREAM, IL 60188-4703. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 1ST day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 11, 18 & 25, 2017) 280955

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075205 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 3, 2017, wherein the business firm of VIDEO PRODUCCIONES TORRES LOCATED AT 728 W. RIDGE ROAD, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-1347 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) LUCIANO TORRES, HOME ADDRESS 728 W. RIDGE ROAD, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-1347. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 3RD day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281368

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075218 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 4, 2017, wherein the business firm of MY ELLABELLE PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATED AT 501 N. CARDINAL AVENUE, ADDISON, IL 60101-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) DONNA HILL, HOME ADDRESS 501 N. CARDINAL AVENUE, ADDISON, IL 60101-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 11, 18 & 25, 2017) 281021

NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075241 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 10, 2017, wherein the business firm of A&B TREE SERVICES LOCATED AT P.O. BOX 215, WEST CHICAGO, IL 60816-0215 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MAURILIO ALCANTAR, HOME ADDRESS 2116 FESCUE DRIVE, AURORA, IL 605044304. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 10TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281747

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075245 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 11, 2017, wherein the business firm of CLEAN DAY LOCATED AT 508 WESTERN AVENUE, WHEATON, IL 60187-4073 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) HANNAH GATES, HOME ADDRESS 508 WESTERN AVENUE, WHEATON, IL 60187-4073. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281744 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075231 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 8, 2017, wherein the business firm of JGL REALTY LOCATED AT 316 S YALE AVENUE, ADDISON, IL 60101-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JOSEPH LASPISA, HOME ADDRESS 316 S YALE AVENUE, ADDISON, IL 60101-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 8TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281958 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075201 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 2, 2017, wherein the business firm of CIRCLE OF SYNTHS LOCATED AT 1201 S. VILLA AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-3466 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/ are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) ELVIS ANDRUSZKIEWICZ, HOME ADDRESS 1201 S. VILLA AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-3466. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 2ND day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 282191 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075185 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on APRIL 27, 2017, wherein the business firm of RATLIFF INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS LOCATED AT 177 CIRCLE AVENUE, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-1711 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) ALFONZO RATLIFF, HOME ADDRESS 177 CIRCLE AVENUE, BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108-1711. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 27TH day of APRIL, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 11, 18 & 25, 2017) 281213

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075246 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 11, 2017, wherein the business firm of CANNABIS COMMUNITY OUTREACH LOCATED AT 374 N. EDGEWOOD AVENUE, LOMBARD, IL 60148-1961 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) LAURA MORETTI, HOME ADDRESS 374 N. EDGEWOOD AVENUE, LOMBARD, IL 60148-1961. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282537 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075240 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 10, 2017, wherein the business firm of THE KERN RECRUITING GROUP LOCATED AT 313 BENNETT DRIVE, CAROL STREAM, IL 60188-3348 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) BRENT J. KERN, HOME ADDRESS 313 BENNETT DRIVE, CAROL STREAM, IL 60188-3348. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 10TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282538 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075248 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 15, 2017, wherein the business firm of SMILEY EYES LOCATED AT 1133 S ARDMORE AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-3204 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) MILDA MIELIAUSKAS, HOME ADDRESS 1133 S ARDMORE AVENUE, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-3204. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 15TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282540 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075244 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 11, 2017, wherein the business firm of GRANNY’S CAKES LOCATED AT 235 S. HAGANS AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-3116 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) RENEE GREAR, HOME ADDRESS 235 S. HAGANS AVENUE, ELMHURST, IL 60126-3116. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 11TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282542

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF DU PAGE 2017MR000619 CASE NUMBER LEGAL NOTICE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on June 29, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in courtroom 2005, DuPage Judicial Center, 505 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, I will have my petition heard in the said Court for the change of my name from: Somaiya Amatul Raheem to that of: Sumayyah AmatulRaheem Osman

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NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075233 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 9, 2017, wherein the business firm of SACRED BRANCH LOCATED AT 6801 HIGH ROAD, DARIEN, IL 60561-0000 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JESSICA NEUMANN, HOME ADDRESS 6801 HIGH ROAD, DARIEN, IL 60561-0000. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 9TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282900 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075196 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 1, 2017, wherein the business firm of AMERICAN PROTECTION SERVICES & INVESTIGATIONS LOCATED AT 1502 GOLFVIEW COURT, GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139-3651 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) JOSE A MIRANDA, HOME ADDRESS 1502 GOLFVIEW COURT, GLENDALE HTS, IL 601393651. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 4TH day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 11, 18 & 25, 2017) 280951 NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. 0075200 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage County on MAY 2, 2017, wherein the business firm of ISLAND SPECIALTY CLEANING SERVICES LOCATED AT 264 S. YORK ROAD, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106-2628 was registered; that the true or real name or names of the person or persons owning the business, with their respective post office address(es), is/are as follows: NAME OF PERSON(S) WILLIAM D WARD, HOME ADDRESS 264 S. YORK ROAD, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106-2628; NAME OF PERSON(S) TIFFANEY N. MORRISON-WARD, HOME ADDRESS 264 S. YORK ROAD, BENSENVILLE, IL 60106-2628. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Wheaton, Illinois, this 2ND day of MAY, A.D. 2017. PAUL HINDS Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk (OFFICIAL SEAL) (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281466

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Emeralds strike gold The Elmhurst Emeralds 12u softball team traveled to Burr Ridge/Willowbrook for the Spring Tournament over the weekend of April 22 and came back the Gold Division champions! The home town girls beat the #1 ranked Downers Grove Rebels 16-3 in the championship game. Showing everybody who is #1 is: Front row, left to right: Lily Cmiel, Ava Falduto, Mia Thomas, Anabel O’Donnell, Emily Kunst, Molly Heiss, and Mariann Blass; Second row: Cadee Baker, Maddie Tran, Sydney Dickinson, Paige Dickinson, and Madison Peck; Back row: Coaches Tae Tran, Rich Dickinson, Craig Heiss, and Kim Peck.

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pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided. Date: May -5- 2017 City or Place: Wheaton Petitioner: Somaiya Amatul Raheem Somaiya Amatul Raheem (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281471 DuPage County Dissolution Of Marriage Notice DUPAGE COUNTY DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE NOTICE State of Illinois County of DuPage In the Circuit Court for DuPage County, Illinois, Domestic Relations Division In Re the Marriage of FATIMA CHAUDHRY, Plaintiff vs. SAMER ALTATURI, Defendant Case # 2016D000950 Notice by Publication Public Notice is hereby given you, SAMER ALTATURI, that the above suit has been filed against you for Dissolution of Marriage and other relief, which suit is now pending. Unless you answer or otherwise appear in said suit on or before June 14, 2017, a judgment of default may be entered against you. Chris Kachiroubas, Clerk of the Circuit Court 505 County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL. Pro Se, Plaintiff 1320 Lore Lane #116, Lombard, IL, 630-656-7985. (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 18, 25 & June 1, 2017) 281742 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF DU PAGE 2017MR000645 CASE NUMBER LEGAL NOTICE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on June 29, 2017 at 9:00 A.M. in courtroom 2005, DuPage Judicial Center, 505 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, I will by my petition hear in the said Court for the change of my son’s name from: Corinthian Lyfe Holliday-Hall Jr. to that of: Lyfe Landon Hall-Ware Date: 5/11/17 City or Place: Wheaton Petitioner: Janay Ware Janay Ware (Published in The Elmhurst Independent May 25, June 1 & 8, 2017) 282745

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Schaafsma, Kocol earn allTimothy Christian middleconference honors for Timothy school boys track team Christian girls soccer wins conference title Trojans advance to regional final By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian girls soccer team saw its season conclude after a 1-0 loss in penalty kicks to Holy Trinity in a Class 1A regional title game. Holy Trinity won the penalty phase 2-1. Timothy finished the year 5-14-1 overall and 2-3 in Metro Suburban Conference Red Division play. Maddie Schaafsma and Heather Kocol were named to the all-MSC Red Division team. Schaafsma finished the season with 21 goals to go with six assists. Trojans coach Jon Hamelinck said improvement in the middle of the field helped his team as the season wore on. “Possession in the middle,” he

said. “The girls did a much better job staying connected in the middle and building from the back. For too long this season, we were one-dimensional in our attack and it left girls without support and ultimately meant we played a lot of defense. We had strong possession numbers against some pretty good teams, which was a huge positive for us.” Timothy also benefitted from the play of goalie Shayna Smits. “Shayna did a wonderful job for us this year,” said Hamelinck. “She turned a corner from last year and provided stability. She was a valuable member of our team this season. Her family is moving to Kansas so we will miss her next year.” Hamelinck also cited strong recent play from Abby Carstensen. “Abby is starting to find her stride,” he said. “Being new to the school, the

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Numerous school records broken at meet By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Timothy Christian middle-school boys track team recently won the conference title with a strong showing at the league meet. Timothy finished first in the boys divisions. The girls team took third out of seven schools. “Both teams had outstanding performances,” said Timothy Christian coach Bill Ridder. “The athletes ran and jumped well with many getting their personal best at the meet.” The boys 800 relay team of Liam Gescey, Mike Vogt, Jackson Day and Josh Pae beat the previous Timothy middle school record by two seconds with a time of 1:47.96. Josh Bode broke the school record in the 1,600 run with a time of 5:17. Pae broke the Timothy record in the 110 hurdles with a time of 17.19. In the girls 1,600 relay, Rachel Smith, Cailey Schuurmann, Morgan Vandenbrook and Caroline Kuenzi also broke the middleschool record with a time of 5:13. “All of the athletes performed exceptionally well,” said Ridder. “We are so proud of them.”

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Above: Timothy Christian senior Alyse Schnurr approaches the final hurdle of the final race of her high school career. Schnurr finished the preliminary heat in 17.98 seconds and took eighth in the third heat. She did not advance to Saturday’s final. Right: Immaculate Conception Catholic junior Kiersten King runs her leg of the 800-meter relay at the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Prelims, which were held at Eastern Illinois University’s O’Brien Stadium in Charleston, Illinois. King anchored the Knights team, which finished eighth in the first heat with a time of 1 minute, 53.99 seconds. The team was made up of exclusively underclassmen.

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program and soccer in general, she did a nice job playing more aggressively and distributing the ball. We are excited about what she can bring to this program in the future.” Hamelinck was pleased with how the team responded in the face of numerous injuries to players. “I was most proud of their resiliency,” he said. “We endured a significant number of injuries this season, but credit the girls for showing up and being willing to fill any role that was asked of them.” The coach said the season cannot be judged solely on a win-loss record. “While the win column doesn’t look

York junior Katherine Tomaska approaches the finish line in the 3,200-meter relay in the Illinois High School Association Class 3A Prelims. The Duke junior helped them advance to Saturday’s final, which was held at Eastern Illinois University’s O’Brien Field in Charleston, Illinois. York finished 12th place in the finals, posting a time of 9 minutes, 48.24 seconds. Other than the junior, the team was comprised of Julie Biggins, Sarah May and Emma Kern. Biggins is the only senior on the squad.

York girls lacrosse team wins first two playoff games Dukes outscore foes by a combined 34-4 score

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The York girls lacrosse team kicked off the postseason with a pair of victories by a combined score of 34-4. The Dukes were 18-0 winners against Minooka and then downed the Lincoln-Way co-op team 16-4 to advance to the sectional championship game earlier this week on the road at Naperville North. Naperville North is the No. 8 seed, while York is the 9th seed. Zoe Lawless, Ellie Grubbs and Emily Siegenthaler led the scoring charge against Minooka. “We were good on transitions against Minooka,” said York coach Ryan Walz. “We were moving the ball up field quickly. Our shooting percentage has become a lot better. We’ve been working on our quick like I expected it to, the girls showed great improvement clears up the field and we’ve been over the course of the year,” he said. “There were times working on our team defense. Our where it felt like we couldn’t catch a break, but I was defense is shaping up. We only let up very proud of the way we were playing by the end of the four goals in the two playoff games.” season. Our captains were tremendous leaders on and off York improved to 9-12 overall the field and did it the right way. I’m going to miss our with the two wins. The Dukes had nine graduating seniors next year. I wish them the best as won four of their last five contests they move onto bigger and better things.” after the Lincoln-Way triumph. That graduating senior group includes Kocol, Mad“Against Lincoln-Way we were a die Monat, Allison Zeilstra, Nikki Kwasigroch, Kaleigh faster team,” said Walz. “Our speed Bone, Livi Helmus, Danielle Beard, Rachel Rink and and our transitions were great. Robyn VanStaalduinen.”

Plus, we had contributions from everybody on the team. Everybody pitched in. Our defense has been fantastic. We know we have to continue to play smart lacrosse.” Walz said the 9-12 record shouldn’t be taken at face value. “We lean on our strength of schedule, which is ranked second or third. We’ve lost so many one- or two-goal games against really good teams,” he said. “Our record doesn’t indicate how our season is. We’re having a really good season. We feel like we’re coming together more so at the end of the season here. We have new girls on the team and they’ve really come along. We’re starting to click with our offensive sets and plays. We feel comfortable running a lot of these plays. We need every girl to be a part of this and it took a little while for us to click. The team chemistry has been great lately.” Walz also cited strong recent play from Liza Kraus, May Mann and Kerry O’Malley on defense, along with Issy Torres and Caroline Fritsch in goal. If York won its sectional title game earlier in the week against Naperville North, it was scheduled to play state power Loyola Academy Wednesday.

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