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Volume 7 Issue 37

September 7, 2017

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Environmental Defenders’ recycling drive set for Sept. 9 The Environmental Defenders will hold its next monthly drive in McHenry at the Metra parking lot, 4005 Main St., on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon (or until truck is full). For information on future drives or to volunteer, please go to www.mcdef.org/recycling. The money required for certain items is used only to cover the costs of transportation and fees charged to Environmental Defenders of McHenry County (EDMC) by recyclers who separate materials and make them ready for future use. EDMC is a local non-profit,

and receives no government funding to offer this service to the community. Items accepted: TVs and computer monitors – There is a charge of $.50 per pound (but not exceeding a maximum of $40 per each single device) Fluorescent Tubes – Charge is $.50 to $1 each depending on size Batteries – Charge is $.50 per pound for household, rechargeable, car, and button batteries No charge for the following (but donations are appreciated): Misc. Electronics – Anything

that plugs in or runs on batteries Cloth items – clothing, linens, or just plain rags, clean and in a bag. You can also bring shoes, tied together by their laces and placed in the bag.

Clean Styrofoam – all colors Reusable bubble wrap VHS & cassette tapes, CDs, DVDs and floppy disks Restroom facilities (portable toilet) for this drive is provided and donated by Pitel Septic, Inc. out of Ringwood. Special electronics recycling

drives are also scheduled for those who live in McHenry Township for: Oct. 21, and Nov. 18. Time: 8AM to Noon. Location: 3703 N. Richmond Road. Please call (815) 385-3076 for more information or visit www.mchenrytownship.com/ recycling.html. Founded in 1970, The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is a 501(c)(3) not-forprofit membership organization dedicated to the preservation and improvement of the environment. The group provides the community with educational programs and

volunteer action through committees, including Waste Reduction, Transportation, Water & Natural Resource Protection, BYOBag, Education, Fundraising and Membership. Donations and membership are encouraged and are taxdeductible as charitable contributions. For more information and benefits of membership, please visit www.mcdef.org or through Facebook at facebook.com/Environmental Defenders or call (815) 338-0393, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Algonquin receives recognition from ICMA The Village of Algonquin has been recognized for its performance management efforts with a Certificate of Achievement from the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). This is the fifth consecutive year Algonquin

has received this recognition. Algonquin is among 19 jurisdictions receiving the honor this year. The certificate program assesses a local government’s performance management program and encourages analysis of results by compar-

ing to peers and gauging performance over time. Algonquin’s performance management program aids in cost reduction, program prioritization, and quality improvement. It also encourages accountability and transparency.

“We are proud to be recognized as a leader in this area,” stated Village President John Schmitt. “Measuring our results and using that information in our decision-making processes ensures we are providing services efficiently and effectively.”

Algonquin’s performance management program is designed to measure, analyze, and report on the performance of Village services. The goal is to improve results by

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CLC teacher selected for Illinois Teaching Policy Fellowship Shannon Levitt, a Crystal Lake Central teacher, was one of 15 teachers in the state, selected to be part of the 2017-18 Illinois Teaching Policy Fellowship. Fellows are expected to serve for a 10-month period from August 2017 until June 2018. The cohort is made up of only teachers, who will provide legislators with a teacher’s perspective when developing education policies. “We will bring our voices and backgrounds while researching and studying education policies. I am humbled to have the opportunity to serve our school, district, the students and families I serve, and my colleagues in this prestigious

endeavor,” said Shannon Levitt, Crystal Lake Central teacher. The application and interview process was extensive; it included a writing component, a group Shannon Levitt interview, and an individual interview. The Teach Plus organization notified Shannon Levitt in July that she had been selected. “I have wanted to get involved in policy for a couple of years. I’ll have the opportunity to meet with State and potentially National lawmak-

ers to inform them from the teacher perspective. I’m using my expertise in the classroom to help our policy makers,” said Levitt. The cohort will meet in-person three times throughout the year in Springfield and virtually once a month. Outside of those meeting times, fellows will be assigned education policies in Illinois that they will research, study, and work collaboratively to discuss. This fellowship is in addition to teachers performing their day-to-day duties in their classrooms. “I personally have had the opportunity to observe Shannon’s classes at Central and be part of discus-

sions with her students; she believes in each student and is dedicated to making sure they all succeed. I’m thrilled for her to lend her voice while representing District 155,” said Dr. Johnnie Thomas, superintendent. Shannon Levitt has been teaching in D155 for 15 years. She teaches all academic levels and ages at Crystal Lake Central High School. She teaches AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), Climb English, Honors English, and Advanced Placement Research. Shannon received her bachelor’s from University of Illinois-Chicago, and her master’s in curriculum and in-

struction from Webster University. “I have a desire to advocate for my AVID students and access to equitable education for all students. Teaching all ages and academic levels gives me a well-rounded perspective on what students need,” said Levitt. The 2017-18 Illinois Teacher Policy Fellowship cohort met for the first time in Bloomington on Aug. 18. “I’m looking forward to meeting and working with new colleagues from around the state to hear their perspectives. This will be an exciting opportunity to represent teachers and students from our area,” said Levitt.

4th Annual Craft Show coming to Stade’s Farm Sept. 23-24 Visit a showcase of over 30 original artists and crafters specializing in; jewelry making, paintings, wooden tractor planters, metal garden art, soap aromatherapy, holiday deco, handmade paper cards and knitted items, dog treats, pottery, sports items, blankets, etched mirrors and glassware, marvel lamps, clothing, children’s toys, and so much more. There’s something for everyone, no matter your taste or style. Think Christmas and holiday gift giving for the special people in your life or pick something up for yourself! Why not kick off your weekend at Stade’s while you enjoy this top notched show experience, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Shop 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. If you are interested in being a vendor at this show, please email stadesfarmmarket@gmail.com and let us know you would like the registration information.

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Come experience the 4rd Annual Art and Craft Festival at Stade’s Farm on Sept. 23-24.


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