Schools

EPA Challenges American School Districts to Save Energy and Money with Energy Star

WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–September 2, 2009. During the back to school season, EPA is challenging school administrators and building managers to improve energy efficiency throughout their facilities. School districts can answer EPA’s call-to-action by taking the Energy Star Challenge, a pledge to improve the energy efficiency of our nation’s buildings. Schools that accept[Read More…]

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Rose Parade President-Elect Congratulates Marian Band Director

Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Rick Jackson, President-elect of the 2010 Tournament of Roses Parade®, congratulates Marian Catholic Band Director Greg Bimm at last Friday’s football halftime ceremony. Bimm, who will direct the Marian Band in Pasadena on Jan. 1, was presented with an official Rose Parade Flag. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Related: Marching[Read More…]

Lawsuit Challenges Expulsion Of Middle School Student After Illegal Cell Phone Search

SOUTHAVEN, MS–(ENEWSPF)–September 1, 2009.  The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Mississippi today filed a federal civil rights lawsuit on behalf of a middle school student wrongfully expelled from school after authorities illegally searched his cell phone and found what they claimed were photos depicting “gang-related activity” –[Read More…]

Late Start Classes Begin September 18 at Prairie State College

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Still thinking about taking college courses this fall? It’s not too late. Prairie State College (PSC) offers a number of courses which start mid-September. Late Start courses begin September 18 and accommodate students who prefer a later start date. PSC has record enrollment for the fall[Read More…]

Prairie State College Seeks Employers for Job Fair

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Employers looking for candidates to fill open positions are encouraged to register for the Prairie State College annual job fair. The job fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Business and Community Education Center of Prairie State College,[Read More…]

PSC Site of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Forum

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a preventable cause of intellectual disabilities and birth defects. In observance of International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Day, Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting a FASD Forum to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking during pregnancy and the plight of[Read More…]

PSC Offers Periodontal Screenings

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College dental hygiene students are looking for community volunteers to enhance their clinical learning experience. For a $35 fee, clients get a thorough cleaning by a student dental hygienist, a full set of X-rays, mouth impressions, and a consultation with the periodontist on staff.[Read More…]

Free LSAT Prep Class at Governors State University

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University is offering a free LSAT preparation class on Mondays, beginning September 21 and ending on May 24. The class is from 7:30 to 10:20 p.m., in room A2202. University tutor David Sparks of the Academic Resource Center will teach the preparation class for the[Read More…]

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Photographer of the Year Exhibit Opens Aug. 31

Duo by Leonard Ferris. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– As a photographer, Prairie State College (PSC) student Leonard Ferris loves to capture people in their environment. His passion for his subjects earned him top billing in the college’s annual Photographer of the Year Exhibit. The exhibit will run Monday,[Read More…]

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Marching Spartans to the 2010 Rose Parade

The Marian Catholic High School Marching Band at a summer practice. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Fund Raising events planned for this weekend Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– The 2010 Rose Parade bound Marian Catholic Marching Band will host fun- and fund-raising events on the Marian Catholic campus this Friday, August 28th and Saturday,[Read More…]

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