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This month is always a whirlwind of activity. For one, Black History Month, for me brings into focus the impact that Black/African Americans have had on our life through the sciences, arts, literature, philosophy, etc. As the world changes and our access to history has broadened, it has allowed narratives that, for a long-time were not shared, to be shared in a way that emphasizes the impact of individuals on our own history and present day lives. This month has also moved from a focus on Valentine’s Day (which was that revered and oft-dreaded holiday as a student in elementary school) to a focus on kindness, empathy, and the uniqueness of what love looks like in today’s world.
I was recently reading an article by A.J. Juliani, noted educational innovator and author, who exposed me to the idea of the “Platinum Rule” versus the “Golden Rule”. In the Platinum Rule, the idea is to “Treat others as THEY want to be treated” versus the Golden Rule’s focus on “Treating others as YOU want to be treated.”
Perhaps a simple word change on the surface, but think about the depth of that relationship when I think about how the other person wants to be treated (empathy) versus treating them the way “I” want to be treated. Perhaps there is synonymy in the two philosophies, but I wonder what would happen if, before we spoke, acted, engaged we stopped to think about or even ask how the other person would like to be treated?
Certainly our local, national and world communities would all be stronger and a more pleasant place to live if we ALL practiced the Golden Rule. But think how much more empathetic, compassionate, and real our world would be if we also practiced the Platinum Rule!
Have a great weekend!
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Welcome Center Open House
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On Thursday, February 19th, La Grange District 102 unveiled the newly created Welcome Center under the direction of our Family Liaison group. Our Family Liaisons seek to facilitate communication between families, district staff, other families, and community partners to better meet the social and academic needs of our students’ families.
Please visit our website at www.dist102.k12.il.us/familyliaison
Please email us at
liaison@dist102.k12.il.us
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The Greater Chicago Food Depository is extending its Mobile Pantry program to Lyons Township locations. Open to the public. All Lyons Township residents are encouraged to attend. It is recommended that you bring your own grocery bags.
The mobile food pantries schedule is located on the right and will be out e
very Third Tuesday of the Month from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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Schedule
Mar. 17, 2020 - Justice Village Hall, 7800 Archer Road, Justice
April 21, 2020 - Village of Hodgkins, 9096 Joliet Road, Hodgkins
May 19, 2020 - St. Blasé, 7438 W. 61
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Place, Summit
June 16, 2020 - Justice Village Hall, 7800 Archer Road, Justice
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Summer School Dates:
June 8th-11th, 2020
June 15th -18th, 2020
June 22nd - 25th, 2020
June 29th - July 2nd, 2020
SOAR
August 3rd- 6th, 2020
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Registration is now open!
Please use the following link for more information about summer classes.
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The 2020 Census: What You Need to Know
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The US Census is a constitutionally required decennial (once every ten years) count of all persons living in the United States.
The data collected during the Census determines representation on a federal, state, and local levels, the distribution of billions of dollars of funding, and provides information used to make decisions about education, business, health care, and many other issues that affect the our community.
Activities related to the Census will take place throughout 2020, but most people will only have to actively participate in March. Learn more on the
2020 Census website
, a great resource to learn more about participating in the 2020 Census.
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Black
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Meet Josephine Holloway, a champion of diversity and one of the first African American Girl Scout troop leaders.
Josephine dreamed of bringing the Girl Scout programming to girls at a local women’s shelter in Nashville Tennessee, and in 1924, she fought for the opportunity to do just that. By the end of the year, more than 300 girls there were engaged in Girl Scout-inspired activities.
In 1933 when minorities in our country still faced staunch racism, Josephine made her first attempt to form an official troop for African American girls, but her request was initially denied. The local council declined, citing the high cost of maintaining separate facilities for blacks. Nevertheless, Josephine pressed on. In 1942, after much perseverance, the region’s first African American Girl Scout troop was established.
With decades of experience serving girls under her belt, Josephine had become a well-respected member of the community and an expert on girls’ issues. She was eventually hired by Girl Scouts as a field advisor for black troops, and she remained in that position until her retirement in 1963. She reportedly supervised over 2,000 African American girls and adults.
Today, girls of all races, religions, and backgrounds gather at Camp Holloway, a historic camp established in her honor, to discover fun and friendship, and the power of girls working, learning, and exploring their world together.
We thank you, Josephine Holloway, for your vision, courage, and passion for bringing Girl Scouting to
all
girls.
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Future D102 events:
Run for 102 Race to the Finish
May 3, 2020
D102 STEM EXPO
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2/27 - Board of Education Meeting
2/28 - Report Cards
3/5 - Parent Conferences - No School
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