Glenview School District 34 Responds To Connecticut School Shooting

D34 reminds parents to discuss the tragic news with children, keep homes safe and watch for signs of stress.

The following letter was provided by Glenview School District 34.  Dear District 34 Parents, We are deeply troubled to hear about a shooting at a Connecticut elementary school today. Sadly, the number of those who lost their lives has increased throughout the day at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut. As of this report, there are accounts of approximately 30 dead, many of whom are elementary-age-students. The shooter is also reported to be dead. This is a stark reminder of the importance of our safety procedures and our check-in for all visitors to schools. While there is no indication that this is anything but an isolated incident far away from Glenview, we do want to take this opportunity to remind all of our families that we …

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PHOTOS: District 34 Elementary Students Discover Foreign Culture During International Night

Nations the world over were represented at the Lyon and Pleasant Ridge 6th Annual International Night.

On Friday, Oct. 26, District 34 schools Lyon and Pleasant Ridge hosted their 6th Annual International Night. Students and families discovered the cultures of Afrika, Germany/Austria, Greece, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Pakistan/India, Philippines, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Spain and Ukraine, through the various countries' food, music and clothing. Volunteers from Glenbrook South Interact helped the elementary students make foreign crafts. Performers, including a flamenco dancer, Sheila Tully Irish Dancers, GBS Desi Indian dancers and taekwondo martial arts master and students, all exhibited their culture through music, dance and movement. The hands-on, interactive event taught kids the differences and similarities between all of our cultures. "…

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Glenview District 34 Revises Lunch Options

Meal guidelines have changed for the 2012 - 2013 school year in accordance with the USDA's Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act.

The following school notes were provided by District 34. School meal guidelines have changed for the 2012-13 school year due to the passage of the USDA’s Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act. The school meals will follow the MyPlate model, which means students will be asked to choose a fruit or vegetable with their meal.      Most fruits and vegetables are low in calories. Additionally, the fiber in fruits and vegetables fills students up with healthy food so that students eat less of other foods. Therefore, including fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet can help students feel more satisfied after meals.  People who eat more generous portions of fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet compared to those who only consume a small …

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Henking School wins Target's 'Books for School' Award

The national retail giant recently gifted $500 in books to the school's Learning Center. Target Team Members will join students at Henking as guest readers for the school.

Bullseye for Henking! Henking School was recently awarded Target's Books for School award, which provides $500 in books for the school's Learning Center.   Representatives from Target recently visited Henking to present the award and speak with Principal Dr. Ivy Sukenik. Once the books are delivered, Target Team Members will come to Henking and be guest readers for students. The above information courtesy of District 34. Stay tuned to the latest local news: Like us on Facebook!

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When Does School Start in Glenview?

We've got start dates for the 2012-2013 school year at public schools serving the Glenview community.

Wondering how much summer you've got left before school starts in Glenview? Patch has you covered. Don't miss a thing: Like Patch on Facebook Getting a pre Labor Day start, students will be heading back to the classroom before you know it. Here, check out a round up of back-to-school dates for public school districts serving Glenview. And, we know there are a bunch of private school's in Glenview, too. If you're a parent or staff member at one, feel free to jump in the comments section and add in the start times to share the information with the rest of the community. Glenbrook South High School: Thursday, Aug. 23 School calendar District 34 Elementary Schools: Tuesday, Aug. 21 School Calendar District 30 Elementary Schools (Glenview, …

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D34, Village Move Forward on Flood Alleviation Plans

Roughly 14 initiatives have been implemented since the storm water master plan was adopted almost two years ago.

With more than a dozen water projects completed, the Village of Glenview is next eyeing a flood alleviation plan for Springman School, TribLocal reports.  Officials from District 34 and the village are looking to alleviate storm water problems on Springman's field, as well as the neighboring area. Related: Storm Water Management Plan Shows Worth After Record Rainfall “We do have some standing water on our fields form time to time when we have heavy rains,” said district spokesman Brett Clark told TribLocal. If approved for summer construction, the project could be completed by fall. The initiative would add another notch to the Village's storm water master plan that was adopted in Aug. 2010. Roughly 14 projects have been completed since …

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POLL: Does Departing D34 Supt. Shed Light on Problems in Pension System?

Gerald Hill will leave June 30th after eight years with the district. Hill is now eligible to collect his full Illinois pension, which he'll receive in addition to the $190,000 per year superintendent salary he recently accepted at a Michigan school.

Last week, soon-to-retire Supt. Gerald Hill told Patch about his reasons for leaving District 34 and taking a new position in West Bloomfield, Mich. “In my situation, I’m able to take advantage of retiring from the system and moving to another state," Hill explained. When Patch first reported Hill’s acceptance of the superintendent position in West Bloomfield, readers questioned, in the comments section, the pension he would receive from his time in Glenview and elsewhere. While West Bloomfield’s $190,000 salary will mean a pay cut from his current base salary of $270,000 with District 34, when Hill leaves Glenview, he will take with him a hefty pension from 16 years as part of the Illinois Teacher Retirement System. (He previously worked …

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D34 Supt. Shares Reasons For Glenview Departure

Gerald Hill will leave June 30th after eight years with the district. Hill is now eligible to collect his full Illinois pension, which he'll receive in addition to the $190,000 per year superintendent salary he recently accepted at a Michigan school.

D34 Supt. Shares Reasons For Glenview Departure

Gerald Hill will leave June 30th after eight years with the district. Hill is now eligible to collect his full Illinois pension, which he'll receive in addition to the $190,000 per year superintendent salary he recently accepted at a Michigan school.

After accepting a position as superintendent of schools in West Bloomfield, Mich. last Saturday, Gerald Hill, 60, talked with Patch about the reasons for his departure from Glenview.   Several years ago, because of family circumstances that would take him out-of-state, Hill said he approached the Board in anticipation of parting ways with the district. “I had originally intended to stay through 68 [years old],” he said. “The board and I decided to instead work on a senior leadership transition, allowing us to bring a new team into the district.” Stay up-to-date on the latest Glenview news: Like us on Facebook! Hill announced his retirement at an Oct. 3 board meeting, and the same night, current Deputy Superintendent Michael Nicholson was …

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