Friday, September 6, 2024

Academics

HistoryPaul Katula - 0

Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president

Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president, becoming the first woman of color to be so nominated.
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PsychologyPress Release - 0

Child neglect (& abuse) may be worse than thought

Child neglect can have terrible consequences for adults, but new research suggests the harmful effects may have been underestimated.
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ReadingPaul Katula - 0

Pope Francis: studying literature is valuable

The pope's letter entitled "On the Role of Literature in Formation" addresses the important role novels and poetry can play in our emotional maturity.
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SciencePaul Katula - 0

Perseids meteor shower at its peak Sunday night

One of the most spectacular meteor showers peaks Sunday night: between 50-100 shooting stars per hour under optimal viewing conditions.
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Athletics

FootballPaul Katula - 0

Court OKs prayer ban at state championship in 2015

It was OK for the Florida HS Assn not to allow a Christian school to say a prayer over the PA system at a state title game. But rules change.
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AthleticsPress Release - 0

Record surge: Athletic participation tops 8 million

2023-24 set a new record for participation in high school sports nationwide. Illinois ranks in the top 5 for both boys' and girls' sports.
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FootballPaul Katula - 0

During summer sport practice, focus is on health

Dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke during summer workouts for sports such as football can be mitigated with proper care.
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Arts

MoviesPaul Katula - 0

Movie review: Deadpool & Wolverine

Based on reviews in several student newspapers, the movie was a hit. Strong nods to the music and opening dance scene.
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Visual ArtsPaul Katula - 0

Baltimore’s Artscape festival celebrates its 40th edition

One of America's largest outdoor arts festivals is underway in Baltimore this weekend. Parts are family-friendly as well.
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Vocal MusicPaul Katula - 0

Celine Dion returns to stage at the Olympics

A triumphant return to the stage by one of pop music's classiest acts brought a fitting close to the Olympics Opening Ceremony.
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Maryland

Shooting at a Md. high school leaves 1 student dead

Another shooting in a school occurred today, killing 1 student during an isolated dispute. The suspect is in custody in Harford County.
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MoviesPaul Katula - 0

Movie review: Deadpool & Wolverine

Based on reviews in several student newspapers, the movie was a hit. Strong nods to the music and opening dance scene.
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Football

Court OKs prayer ban at state championship in 2015

It was OK for the Florida HS Assn not to allow a Christian school to say a prayer over the PA system at a state title game. But rules change.
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Nation/World

Shooting at a Ga. high school leaves 4 dead, 9 injured

A 14-year-old student at Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga., was in custody and will be charged with murder.
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Recent Stories

Testing

Oklahoma is not OK with test scores

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Improved test score gains are mostly fiction, experts say. State Supt. Walters is being asked for an explanation.
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History

Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president

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Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president, becoming the first woman of color to be so nominated.
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Athletics

Record surge: Athletic participation tops 8 million

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2023-24 set a new record for participation in high school sports nationwide. Illinois ranks in the top 5 for both boys' and girls' sports.
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Illinois

McHenry HS celebrates 100 years

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It's an auspicious school year in McHenry, IL. The school opened its doors 100 years ago, way before students had cellphones.
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Student Reports

Court OKs prayer ban at state championship in 2015

It was OK for the Florida HS Assn not to allow a Christian school to say a prayer over the PA system at a state title game. But rules change.
Football Paul Katula - 0
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Movie review: Deadpool & Wolverine

Based on reviews in several student newspapers, the movie was a hit. Strong nods to the music and opening dance scene.
Movies Paul Katula - 0
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Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president

Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president, becoming the first woman of color to be so nominated.
History Paul Katula - 0
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McHenry HS celebrates 100 years

It's an auspicious school year in McHenry, IL. The school opened its doors 100 years ago, way before students had cellphones.
Illinois Paul Katula - 0
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Earthquake leads to evacuation into the heat

A minor earthquake in southern Calif. caused an evacuation Monday at Van Nuys HS, into the sweltering heat of the outdoors.
Operations Paul Katula - 0
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A would-be voter sides with Kamala Harris

A rising senior from the far-west Chicago suburbs weighs in on the likely nomination of Kamala Harris for president.
History Paul Katula - 0
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Student-athletes need rest during summer workouts

Student-athletes generally stay in shape during the off-season in the summer, but taking some time off is important, too.
Athletics Paul Katula - 0
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Long jump personal best takes 1st at IHSA state

The longest long jump at the IHSA state track & field finals this year was made by a senior from Naperville Central HS.
Track & Field Paul Katula - 0
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Maryland & Illinois

MarylandPaul Katula - 0

Shooting at a Md. high school leaves 1 student dead

Another shooting in a school occurred today, killing 1 student during an isolated dispute. The suspect is in custody in Harford County.
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IllinoisPaul Katula - 0

McHenry HS celebrates 100 years

It's an auspicious school year in McHenry, IL. The school opened its doors 100 years ago, way before students had cellphones.
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MarylandPress Release - 0

Md. invests in schools’ renewable energy future

Md. will invest millions in an effort to enhance energy efficiency, electrification, and renewable energy projects for public schools.
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IllinoisPaul Katula - 0

IL may get funds for migrant students after all

Illinois's state supt. has a plan for making up funds denied by the General Assembly to newly arriving migrant students.
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