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22ndCenturyMedia.com 

Publisher 22nd Century Media returns Back on the Bus 

Annual expo to prepare 

students, families to 

return to school 

Jon DePaolis 

Freelance Reporter 

As the summer starts to wind 

down and area schools and students 

prepare for the upcoming 

academic year, 22nd Century 

Media is gearing up for its third 

Back on the Bus Expo. 

The annual back-to-school 

expo is scheduled for 9 a.m.-2 

p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at the 

Tinley Park Convention Center, 

18451 Convention Center 

Drive. 

Heather Warthen, 22nd 

Century Media’s chief events 

officer, promised lots of entertainment 

options for those 

attending the expo. 

She said balloon artists and 

face painting are to take place 

from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., provided 

by Sparkles Entertainment, 

and Paul Bunyan will tell tall 

tales — as presented by Histories 

For Kids Inc.— from 

10:15-11 a.m. The event also is 

to include a visit from the Joliet 

Slammers’ mascot Spikes 

from 10-11 a.m., appearances 

by Snow White and The Little 

Mermaid from 9:30-11:30 a.m. 

and appearances by the ice 

queen and ice princess from 

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

Mrs. Illinois International 

2016 Nicole LaHa Zwiercan, 

who has a platform on antibullying, 

also is to make an appearance 

from 11-11:30 a.m. 

“She has been doing some 

things locally with different 

children’s groups, and she will 

be talking a little bit about [bullying],” 

Warthen said. 

Two children’s authors, 

Nancy Gee and Justin Castaneda, 

also are scheduled to 

be on hand to sign and sell 

their books. And a truck from 

Homewood Disposal also is to 

be at the event, adding a small 

Touch-a-Truck aspect to the 

expo. 

From 9:10-9:25 a.m., there is 

to be a presentation on Young 

Living Essential Oils, and from 

9:55-10:10 a.m. there is to be a 

demonstration by Family Martial 

Arts. And students from the 

House of Music are to perform 

from 12:45-1:15 p.m. 

“For families that are looking 

for a fun way to wrap up their 

summer, this provides a free 

opportunity for them to enjoy 

princess and mascot appearances, 

meet children’s authors, 

and to talk to our vendors about 

things they should be prepared 

“For families that are looking for a 

fun way to wrap up their summer, this 

provides a free opportunity for them to 

enjoy princess and mascot appearances, 

meet children’s authors, and to talk to 

our vendors about things they should be 

prepared for when school starts.” 

Heather Warthen — 22nd Century Media chief events officer, on Back on the Bus - 

A Back-to-School Expo 

for when school starts,” Warthen 

said. “It should be a fun day 

overall for families and people 

of all ages.” 

Another highlight will be the 

Back-to-School Fashion Show, 

produced by Jenny Applegate 

of The Leading Image from 

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Applegate 

is partnering with The 

Bridge Teen Center in Orland 

Park for the fashion show. 

“All the models will be students 

of The Bridge,” Applegate 

said. “I’m actually doing a 

program with them a few days 

ahead of time, where each student 

will make their own mood 

board, and [those] will highlight 

things they are inspired 

by or trends and their own personal 

styles. 

“We’re going to use those 

mood boards as a starting process 

to pick out what type of 

outfits they should wear.” 

Applegate said all the clothes 

the students will model during 

the fashion show are things 

from The Bridge Teen Center’s 

Thrift Store. 

“It’s really showing that you 

can have style and you can go 

back to school and look amazing 

on a budget,” she said. “[It 

shows] how fun it is to mix 

and match pieces from a thrift 

store.” 

Applegate also will have a 

booth at the event. 

“I know that this event and 

this show is more about teen 

dressing, but I think a lot of 

parents that go to this event 

will pick up some great fashion 

tips for themselves, as well,” 

she said. “Things like different 

trends, different ways to wear 

things — it’s not just about 

teen fashion. I think everyone, 

both men and women, can learn 

a lot from this fashion show.” 

And if all that is not enough, 

Warthen said the expo also is 

encouraging “Pokémon Go” 

players to stop by the convention 

center. 

“We will have some Pokémon 

available,” Warthen said. 

For more on the event, including 

ticket information, 

visit www.facebook.com/ 

events/165145227168543. 

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St. Michael School opens third kindergarten classroom 

Hardworking students, a dedicated and 

professional staff and overall excellence 

fill the hallways of St. Michael School, a 

Catholic elementary institution. 

St. Michael School strives to educate a 

diverse group of students from the large 

Catholic community of St. Michael Parish 

and beyond the Orland Park community. 

The school’s teachers and staff 

are not only committed to promoting 

academic excellence but also to educating 

students within the practice of the 

Catholic faith. 

As the St. Michael Parish community 

continues to grow, the school has grown 

as well. Due to high demand, St. Michael 

has opened a third full-day kindergarten 

class. 

The St. Michael School kindergarten 

program provides hands-on experience, 

academics, unit activities and purposeful 

play which allows for each kindergarten 

student to learn in all areas. Through 

these experiences, each student’s different 

developmental skills are discovered, practiced, 

reinforced and refined. 

The full-day kindergarten will be held 

from 7:20 a.m. to 2 p.m. The curriculum 

for each kindergarten class, along with 

math and reading readiness, includes religion, 

Spanish, art, computers, music and 

physical education. 

St. Michael School has been recognized 

by the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. 

The school has a mission not only 

to teach the message of Jesus Christ, but 

to educate each student and strengthen his 

or her ability to succeed. 

It is one of the leading Catholic-faith 

schools in the Chicagoland area, with 

more than 600 students from prekindergarten 

through eighth grade. St. Michael 

School believes that Catholic education 

provides an opportunity to reinforce the 

values of church, home and community in 

an effort to mold tomorrow’s citizens. 

St. Michael School works closely with 

the parent community which has built 

deep and lasting relationships between 

students, teachers and parents to meet 

their goals. 

Submitted by St. Michael School, 14355 

Highland Ave., Orland Park. For more information, 

call (708) 349-0068, or visit www. 

saintmike.org. 

A Queen of Peace education is a mission-based, rigorous academic experience 

in a safe and nurturing environment. Every student is encouraged to achieve 

her greatest potential by becoming a confident, competent and courageous 

woman of Peace ready to take on the world! 

Our diverse student body is provided with an exceptional educational 

experience, which includes a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts 

and Math) curriculum. Queen of Peace is the only all-girl school in the Chicago 

area and the second all-girl school in the nation to partner with Project Lead 

the Way and offer this program of study. 

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December 3 

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More than two decades 

of excellence continues 

at Noonan Academy 

Noonan Elementary Academy is a private, 

independent school with a classical, 

Catholic curriculum. 

Faith formation was the inspiration for 

the school and continues to be its mission. 

Founded in 1995 by Roberta and Joseph 

Noonan, the academy has grown from a 

few dozen families to nearly 400 students 

enrolled in preschool through eighth grade. 

“As the founder of Noonan Academy, 

I found it my vocation to help guide 

children spiritually and provide the best 

educational experience,” said Dr. Roberta 

“Bobbie” Noonan. “It is here, in 

this school, where students will develop 

a foundation needed to lead a successful 

and fulfilling life. It is a privilege to 

open the minds and hearts of children to 

the love of Christ, and I am proud to say 

Noonan Academy offers students both a 

superior education and the support of a 

warm Catholic community.” 

Located in Mokena, the academy recognizes 

that each child is unique. The 

school is committed to providing each 

student with an individualized plan for 

educational success and a structure for 

development of the complete person — 

mind, body, and spirit. 

Noonan Academy maintains an environment 

that is a catalyst to learning. The 

school has a teacher-to-student ratio and 

various resources that allow gifted, average 

and at-risk students to maximize their 

potential. 

Noonan distinguishes itself by providing 

maximum classroom time, smaller 

class sizes, the broadest curriculum, extensive 

extracurricular activities and a 

culture that fosters strong character formation 

and spiritual growth. 

Students at Noonan Academy, on average, 

attend school 185 full days per year. 

This time combined with an extended 

school day translates into as much as 30 

more days per year, or 20 percent more 

classroom time than that of other local 

schools. By the time students graduate, 

they will have benefitted from nearly two 

additional years of instruction. Also, Noonan 

offers before- and after-school day care. 

Noonan Academy’s dedication to the 

overall well-being of children is evident 

in its rigorous health and safety features 

which include a reverse osmosis water 

system, high-efficiency particulate air 

filters in the furnaces, high shock-absorption 

flooring in the gymnasium, and 

a very detailed nutrition policy that encourages 

healthy choices by disallowing 

foods containing excessive sugar, artificial 

sweeteners, colors and flavors, or any 

other chemical additives. 

A limited number of students is still 

being accepted for the 2016-2017 school 

year. Registration forms are available on 

the school website. 

Submitted by Noonan Elementary Academy, 

19131 Henry Drive, Mokena. For more information, 

call (708) 479-8988 or visit www. 

noonanacademy.org 

Put FAITH 

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Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the 

reason for this school: the unseen but ever present 

teacher in its classes; the model of this facility; the 

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• Test scores significantly 

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• 20% more class time than 

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• Smaller class sizes 

• Differentiated instruction 

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• State-of-the-art computer lab 

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classroom 

• Award-winning speech, 

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• Before and after school care 

• Sacrament preparation in 

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• Additional classes in Spanish, 

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ST. LAURENCE 

HIGH SCHOOL 

“Where Leadership Begins” 

See why more young men are 

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Leading the way toward success at 

St. Laurence High School 

St. Laurence High School is developing 

young men from all across the Chicagoland 

area with a blend of modern highschool 

learning, successful athletic programs 

and spirituality rooted in the vision 

of Blessed Edmund Rice. 

The unique StL STEM philosophy allows 

students to earn a 21st century education 

driven by problem-solving and 

discovery through individual exploration 

and classroom collaboration. University 

and corporate partnerships with industry 

leaders, free dual enrollment credits and 

a free, on-site ACT prep program provide 

students opportunities that add even 

more value to their education while still 

remaining one of the most affordable high 

schools on the South Side. 

The first state semifinal football appearance 

in 36 years, first sectional baseball 

title in 23 years and a Final Four appearance 

in the Chicago Catholic League basketball 

tournament are just a few among 

many athletic highlights that show a commitment 

to putting student-athletes in a 

position to win championships. 

As part of the Edmund Rice School 

Network, St. Laurence is part of an international 

consortium of more than 250 

schools that provides service opportunities 

across the United States and the 

globe. This promotes a community responsible 

for preparing leaders to expand 

a just society. 

This year, St. Laurence will experience 

a 10 percent increase in enrollment, the 

only Catholic school in the area to witness 

an increase. With a student body 

comprised of young men from 120 different 

grade schools throughout the South 

Side of Chicago, the school represents a 

diverse group of cultural, socioeconomic 

and geographic backgrounds. 

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St. Mary Catholic School offers different education 

The mission of St. Mary 

Catholic School in Mokena 

is to help each child 

grow to his or her greatest 

potential, both spiritually 

and academically. 

St. Mary’s is a vibrant, 

warm and welcoming 

Catholic school serving 

students in prekindergarten 

through eighth 

grade. Since it opened in 

1949, the school’s size 

has grown to accommodate 

two classes per grade 

and now features a music 

room, art room, library, 

computer lab, science lab, 

cafeteria, 19 classrooms 

and a spacious gymnasium. 

“Our ministry is to help 

students recognize, foster, 

and exhibit their role in 

carrying out our Catholic 

values and traditions,” 

said Beth Cunningham, 

principal of St. Mary 

Catholic School. “We do 

this [by] infusing our beliefs 

throughout our curriculum 

and by celebrating 

our faith when we 

come together at weekly 

school Masses and Faith 

Families. We work hard to 

provide a faith-based environment, 

nurturing children 

with the same values 

[as] at home. 

“St. Mary school is not 

just a student’s academic 

world. It becomes their 

second home — their 

family.” 

As a result of this infusion, 

St. Mary’s families 

believe that their children 

are receiving an incomparable 

education. 

The faculty of St. Mary 

school provides an exceptional 

learning environment 

that allows students 

to achieve their full potential. 

St. Mary students 

continue to perform above 

the national average at 

all grade levels and in all 

tested content areas year 

after year. 

The one-to-one technology 

initiative provides 

each student in sixththrough 

eighth-grade with 

an individual iPad, a class 

set of iPads in fourth- and 

fifth-grade, and kindergarten 

through third-grade 

classrooms have designated 

iPads and SMART 

Boards for educational 

use. Primary students 

also benefit from a certified 

reading specialist and 

dedicated teacher aides. 

St. Mary school also 

offers a band program, 

extracurricular clubs, social 

events and an athletic 

program, including cheerleading, 

basketball and 

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available for those families 

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School District 159 

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Beyer Chiropractic Center gives proper testing, gets to root of ailments 

Research suggests there is an estimated 

20 million cases of undiagnosed hypothyroidism 

in the U.S., a chronic condition that 

causes abnormal production of thyroid hormones 

affecting the body’s metabolic processes. 

Researchers regard a lack of comprehensive 

testing in mainstream medical 

practices as one of the main culprits to so 

many being undiagnosed. 

“Traditional medical approaches to thyroid 

conditions are over 50 years old,” Dr. 

Stephen Beyer said. “It only recognizes 

one type of thyroid malfunction, when in 

actuality there are 24 specific ways the 

thyroid can be dysfunctional. In most instances, 

individuals seeking treatment are 

receiving antiquated care and are not being 

diagnosed properly.” 

Through advancements in medical understanding 

and approaches, most thyroid 

problems can be managed well if properly 

diagnosed and treated. A lot of times this 

can be done naturally without any harmful 

drugs or side effects. 

Diagnosed with a low-functioning thyroid 

condition at the age of 18, Corey 

suffered from insomnia, weight gain, depression 

and moodiness for over a decade 

before finding relief at the Beyer Chiropractic 

Center in Frankfort. 

“For years, I felt like there was a film 

over my eyes and life,” Corey said. “Ever 

since this new treatment, that film has 

been lifted. The weight started falling 

right off, I slept better and the pressure 

was gone — it’s been life changing.” 

When asked what makes his methods 

so different from general procedures, 

Beyer cites research advancements, new 

methods and a more natural, functional 

approach. 

“What we do is unique,” Beyer said. 

“We do proper testing, not guessing, to 

find out what is really going on with your 

body. Then we focus on fixing the cause, 

not covering the symptoms.” 

The difference? Proper testing and a very 

powerful functional medicine approach in 

the treatment of thyroid conditions. This approach 

has given relief to many who have 

suffered for years under the traditional drug/ 

hormone approach. 

Alice suffered from a variety of symptoms, 

including weight gain, fatigue, vertigo 

and brain fog. She started seeing results 

immediately after seeking treatment 

at Beyer Chiropractic Center. 

“My kids are excited to have their mom 

back,” Alice said. “My husband is excited 

to have his wife back, and I’m excited to 

have my life back. And it was all done in 

a 16-week program!” 

Common symptoms of thyroid conditions 

include: fatigue, difficulty managing 

weight gain/loss, cold hands and/or feet, 

heart palpitations, difficult or infrequent 

bowel movements, depression, insomnia, 

lack of motivation, night sweats, mental 

sluggishness, thinning hair/hair falling 

out and dryness of skin and/or scalp. 

For persons interested in learning more 

about thyroid conditions and a functional 

medicine treatment approach, Beyer is 

having a free informational workshop inoffice 

on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. 

There is no charge, but seating is limited. 

Those interested must call to reserve a seat. 

Submitted by Beyer Chiropractic Center, 9645 

Lincolnway Lane, Frankfort. For more information, 

call (815) 469-8500 or visit www. 

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• Paul Bunyan’s Tall Tales presented by Histories for Kids 

• Balloon artists 

• Appearance and presentation by Mrs. Illinois International 

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YOUR FIRST LESSON IS FREE! 

Now registering new students for any 

and all instruments at both locations. 

Flexible scheduling, private lessons, 

rockband program and more! 

15900 South Haven Ave 

Orland Hills, IL 60487 

708.403.9903 

15760 S Bell Road 

Homer Glen, IL 60467 

708.645.4888 

Lessons@houseofmusicorland.com 

St. Joseph 

School molds 

well-rounded 

students 

With the school year 

beginning on Wednesday, 

Aug. 24, it is just the right 

time to join the St. Joseph 

School family. 

As a respected leader in 

education in the Lockport 

and Homer Glen areas, St. 

Joseph offers an education 

steeped in academic 

excellence and faith formation 

providing a unique 

and valued environment to 

learn and grow. From 99 

percent college attendance 

rates to above-average test 

scores, research demonstrates 

the advantages of a 

Catholic education. 

St. Joseph’s understands 

that cost can sometimes be 

a concern, but the continued 

scholarship opportunities 

at SJS seem to be just 

what families need. The 

school now has a Distinguished 

Pastor Award, and 

Principal Lynne Scheffler 

won not one but two 

awards in 2016: NCEA 

Lead, Learn, Proclaim 

award and the NAESP National 

Distinguished Principal 

award. 

St. Joseph School will 

be continuing scholarship 

opportunities through the 

Diocese of Joliet by offering 

more than $1,500 

in scholarship funds for 

students transferring from 

schools outside of the 

Diocese for grades one 

through seven. 

“Fr. Greg [Rothfuchs] 

and I are thrilled to share 

the scholarship opportunities 

with new families,” 

Scheffler said. “Affording 

Catholic education is a 

commitment, and we want 

to do all we can to help. 

With one of the lowest 

tuitions in the area, the ad- 

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ditional scholarships will 

truly benefit new families.” 

Through the generosity 

of dedicated benefactors 

and parishioners, additional 

scholarships have 

become available for kindergarten 

through eighthgrade 

students joining St. 

Joseph this August. 

“This summer, we were 

able to provide a family 

transferring from a public 

school with almost $3,000 

for their two children,” 

Scheffler said. “This was 

life -changing. As the 

mom’s eyes filled with 

tears, she told me that it 

was a dream come true to 

be able to send her family 

here. We are so grateful 

for such an opportunity. I 

can’t wait to see these students 

thrive! We are committed 

to sharing the SJS 

experience with as many 

children as we can.” 

There is no doubt on 

the academic preparation 

of the SJS students. Come 

see why today. 

Submitted by St. Joseph 

School, 529 Madison St., 

Lockport. For more information, 

call (815) 838-8173 or 

visit www.stjoeschool.com. 

SAINT JUDE SCHOOL 

“LE A R NING AND L IVING O U R F A I T H ” 

–PreK thru 8th grades- 

Full day Kindergarten 

· 2 year old PreK – 2 days per week 

·3 year old PreK – 3 days per week 

·4 year old PreK – 5 days per week 

Space available for the 2016-2017 

school year for 2yr/3yr/4yr preschool 

as well as Kindergarten – 8th grade 

Space 

reservation 

deadline: 

August 

24 


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The Homer Horizon 

The Lockport Legend 

The Mokena Messenger 

The New Lenox Patriot 

The Orland Park Prairie 

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The Glenview Lantern 

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The Northbrook Tower 

The Wilmette Beacon 

The Winnetka Current 

MALIBU 

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+ Celebrating Our Faith 

Daily religion class and weekly 

all-school Masses 

+ Excelling in Education 

Differentiated learning to challenge 

all students 

+ Showing our Love 

A welcoming family atmosphere 

+ Building Friendships 

Sports, student council, math 

competitions, etc. 

+ Serving Families 

District 122 bus transportation 

(K-8), hot lunch program, and 

affordable before and after school 

extended care program 

241 W. Second Ave. 

New Lenox, IL 60451 

815.485.2549 • www.stjudes.org



Mokena library offers ‘world of possibilities’ this school year 

As students head back 

to school, the Mokena 

Community Public Library 

District encourages 

parents and students to 

stop in and see what their 

library has to offer. 

Resources at the Mokena 

Community Public 

Library District are available 

to anyone who has a 

library card. Students can 

turn to the library for reference 

materials and services 

that support academic 

achievement. 

“Our library provides 

students with the tools 

they need to succeed,” said 

Cathy Palmer, executive director 

of the library district. 

The Mokena Community 

Public Library District 

houses more than 90,000 

Goodwill Store 

& Donation Center 

- Orland Park - 

7400 W. 159 th Street | Orland Park 

(708) 429-9030 

AmazingGoodwill.com 

titles in print, a large collection 

of e-books and 

more than 35 online subscription 

databases available 

at the Mokena library 

and other locations. The library 

selected these online 

resources, so patrons can 

trust that the information 

is accurate. 

Students can access free 

reference resources 24/7 

MOKENA 

COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT 

11327 W. 195TH STREET, MOKENA, IL 60448 

PHONE 708-479-9663 • FAX 708-479-9684 • WWW.MOKENALIBRARY.ORG 

WE’RE MORE THAN BOOKS; CHECK US OUT! 

on the library district’s 

website. These resources 

include language courses, 

readers’ advisory, samples 

of literary criticism and 

the Gale Virtual Reference 

Library, containing more 

than 300 research books. 

Kindergartners through 

college students can also 

access Tutor.com through 

the library’s website. Tutor. 

com is available 10 a.m.-10 

p.m., seven days a week. 

Patrons are encouraged 

to visit the library and explore 

all the ways it can 

help them find answers 

they need. The library now 

has in-house technologies 

for STEAM education, 

and a 3-D printer class that 

teaches participants to create 

objects designed on a 

computer and print them 

out using 3-D printing 

technology. 

The library’s new virtual 

reality computer provides 

Quiet Study Rooms – Programming for All Ages – Children’s Story Hour – Young Adult Coffeehouse 

Adult Book Discussion Group – VHS to DVD converter – DVD Collection – eReaders - VR Education 

Over 90,000 Titles in Print, Books on CD and Digital Audiobooks – Music CD Collection 

Assistive Technology Equipment for the Visually Impaired – Color/B&W photocopier/printer 

Internet/Wi-Fi – Wireless Printing – 3D Printer – Scan Station - Computer Classes - Local History & Genealogy Room 

ONLINE LIBRARY 

ACCESS 24/7 

Our online library is a gateway to extraordinary library resources. 

Explore the many ways the Library can help you find the answers 

you need at www.mokenalibrary.org. 

• Download Audiobooks and eBooks 

• Access Zinio, our collection of digital copies of your 

favorite magazines 

• Mobile friendly website 

• Access over 35 Online Subscription Databases 

(see a partial list to the right) 

Access Science 

Science and technology reference materials. 

BookFlix 

PreK to 3rd - Pairs classic video storybooks with related 

nonfiction eBooks. 

Activity Corner Online 

Thousands of creative projects and crafts for all ages. 

Gale Virtual Reference Library 

Over 2100 online reference books. 

users with an interactive 

learning experience. Patrons 

can travel the solar 

system or be shrunk down 

to microscopic levels to 

explore the human body 

using the new virtual reality 

station. 

The library also meets a 

wide range of other technology 

needs with internet/Wi-Fi 

access, public 

computers, printers, Wi-Fi 

printing, a scan station and 

an Intel Reader to assist 

those with dyslexia or others 

who may need assistance 

with reading. 

The library also offers 

numerous programs 

and activities for students 

throughout the year. By 

providing school-age 

children with engaging 

programs and collections, 

students from all backgrounds 

become excited 

and enthusiastic readers. 

This school year, introduce 

students to a world 

of possibilities and sign up 

for a library card today. The 

library also recommends 

reading to newborns, infants 

and toddlers with its 

newest program: 1,000 

Books Before Kindergarten. 

This program encourages 

parent-and-child 

bonding through reading. 

Submitted by the Mokena 

Community Public Library 

District, 11327 W. 195th St., 

Mokena. For more information, 

call (708) 479-9663, or 

visit www.mokenalibrary.org. 

Health & Wellness Resource Center & Alternative Health 

Medical journals, pamphlets, videos 

Learn2 - Computer Skills 

Online tutorials for MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc. 

Mango Language Database 

48 language courses including 14 English-as-a-Second- 

Language courses. 

Novelist Plus 

Readers’ advisory service, information on fiction and 

nonfiction titles. 

Tutor.com 

Available from 10am-10pm, seven days a week. Connects 

students in grades K-12, College Intro, and adult learners 

with online grades K-12 tutors for live, one-to-one help.



Internships, alumni network draw students to Capri Beauty College 

World-class education, internship opportunities 

and the support of a strong 

alumni network play a significant role in 

making Capri Beauty College’s cosmetology 

program one of the most successful 

and respected in the area. 

As a Pivot Point International member 

school, Capri offers students a top-notch 

education with the added support of Pivot 

Point’s Learn About Beauty, or LAB. According 

to Pivot Point’s website, LAB is 

“an integrated social learning environment 

that combines best-in-class educational 

content with creativity and customizable 

education solutions for today’s 

connected learners, and their instructors, 

in an environment for optimum beauty 

learning.” 

Today’s students are digitally engaged 

and LAB satisfies their need to connect 

classic textbook education with modern 

technology. 

“We prepare students for the workforce 

and offer a Pivot Point education,” said 

Tom Seil, co-owner and director of Capri’s 

New Lenox campus. “Within eight 

months, our students are intern-ready and 

fine-tuning employable skills for all types 

of salons.” 

Capri’s internship program further enhances 

the education process by providing 

students with the opportunity to train 

with a licensed stylist in a salon for 150 

hours. Upon completion, the student graduates 

and is ready for employment in the 

field. 

“We have an amazing network of alumni-owned 

salons in our internship program,” 

Seil said. “This year, Capri had 

numerous salon owners and managers on 

each campus recruiting our students.” 

In addition, “Capri has a salon link coordinator 

on staff, out in the field visiting 

salons and assisting the owners with Capri’s 

internship process.” 

Ross Bartolomei, one very successful 

alumnus and the owner of Salon Hype, 

takes time to provide internship and salon 

employment opportunities for Capri 

students. 

“Capri is very grateful for the support 

given by Ross and so many other successful 

salon owners in our vast alumni 

network,” said Amy Ruff, president of 

the college. “Ross is very accommodating. 

He owns three thriving salons and 

always finds time to mentor Capri student 

interns.” 

Students looking for a change or the 

opportunity to fulfill a lifetime dream 

of becoming a salon stylist can visit the 

college’s Admission Department and receive 

a personalized plan for starting their 

education. With locations in New Lenox 

and Oak Forest, Capri’s cosmetology 

and instructor educational programs have 

trained thousands of graduates for careers 

in the beauty industry. 

The college also offers a full service, 

supervised student salon and spa. Clients 

experience a salon-like atmosphere at student-service 

prices. 

During homecoming and prom, Capri is 

always packed with students getting that 

perfect special-occasion style or Balayage 

color technique, and on weekends younger 

clients frequently celebrate birthdays 

with Capri’s birthday party package. Visit 

Capri’s website to view monthly specials. 

Submitted by Capri Beauty College, 1938 

Lincoln Highway (Suite 115), New Lenox, and 

15815 Rob Roy Drive, Oak Forest. For more 

information, visit www.capri.edu. 

20% 

OFF 

ANY SERVICE 

No other discounts apply 

Good thru 12/01/2016 

CAPRI NEW LENOX 

815-485-3020 

1938 E. Lincoln Highway 

CAPRI OAK FOREST 

708-687-3020 

15815 Rob Roy Drive 

Appointments 

recommended for all services, 

performed in our supervised 

Student Salon and Spa. 

REINVENT 

YOURSELF 

as a salon stylist 

With an education from Capri, you’ll develop 

the talent and skill set needed for a new you 

and a new career. 

Capri offers world class cosmetology 

education right in your hometown, a variety 

of schedules to choose from and financial aid 

for those who qualify. 

Classes now forming. 

Book your campus visit today. 

Gainful employment information available at: 

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Queen of Peace 

brings STEAM 

curriculum to life 

Queen of Peace High 

School has been educating 

young women for 

more than five decades 

and has created an environment 

that nurtures and 

empowers each individual 

to become a confident, 

competent and courageous 

women ready to succeed in 

the world. 

“Queen of Peace is 

committed to offering a 

STEAM [science, technology, 

engineering, arts and 

math] education to young 

women,” said Queen of 

Peace Principal Hedi 

Belkaoui. “We bring our 

curriculum to life in many 

ways. Recently, we added 

an AutoCAD computer 

laboratory, partnered with 

Khan Academy and enhanced 

our commitment 

to Project Lead the Way 

by adding additional engineering 

courses. 

“Current PLTW course 

offerings include: Introduction 

to Engineering 

Design, Principles of Engineering, 

Civil Engineering 

and Architecture and 

Biomedical Science.” 

In addition to the 

STEAM curriculum, 

Queen of Peace offers 10 

competitive sports, more 

than 35 clubs and organizations 

and a vibrant performing 

arts program that 

includes the Peace Theatre 

Company and Peace 

Dance Company. 

Queen of Peace is sponsored 

by the Dominicans 

of Sinsinawa. 

Submitted by Queen of Peace 

High School, 7659 Linder 

Ave., Burbank. For more 

information, email Aubrie 

Rizzo at rizzoa@queenofpeacehs.org 

or call (708) 

496-4752. 

A Queen of Peace education is a mission-based, rigorous academic experience 

in a safe and nurturing environment. Every student is encouraged to achieve 

her greatest potential by becoming a confident, competent and courageous 

woman of Peace ready to take on the world! 

Our diverse student body is provided with an exceptional educational 

experience, which includes a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts 

and Math) curriculum. Queen of Peace is the only all-girl school in the Chicago 

area and the second all-girl school in the nation to partner with Project Lead 

the Way and offer this program of study. 

A college-preparatory high school sponsored by the Dominicans of Sinsinawa 

Queen of Peace High School @QoPPRIDE @QOPPride 

SHADOW DAYS 

Live a Day in the Life of a 

QOP Student 

September 23 & 

October 10 

7:45am 

OPEN HOUSE 

Meet Administration, Faculty, 

Students and Coaches 

November 13 

12-2pm 

GEMS WORKSHOP 

Girls in Engineering, Math 

and Science 

December 3 

8:30am-12pm 

For more information or to register for these events please 

visit queenofpeacehs.org/admission or call 708.496.4752.



Lincoln-Way 

Swim Association 

cultivates champions, 

quality swimmers 

As the southland’s 

premier swim club, the 

Lincoln-Way Swim Association 

Gators have been 

creating champions since 

the year 2000. With more 

than 32 conference titles, 

the Gators are more than 

just a swim team. 

The dedicated coaching 

staff works with swimmers 

of all levels to swim 

not only as a team but to 

improve as individual 

swimmers in the pool 

and outside of the pool. 

Swimmers learn proper 

technique, time management 

and sportsmanship, 

all while building lifelong 

friendships and having 

fun! As a swimmer on the 

Gators, children are more 

than just athletes, they’re 

family. 

If you have ever wondered 

what a swim team is 

all about, or whether your 

child is ready for a competitive 

club, or you just 

want to learn more about 

the organization, come 

join them in an open house 

Aug. 17th at Lincoln-Way 

Central, anytime between 

6 p.m.-8 p.m., to meet the 

coaches, see the team in 

action and enjoy snacks 

and prizes. 

Mark your calendars 

now to see what being a 

part of the Gator family 

is all about. If you would 

like to RSVP, please email 

president@lwsagators.org, 

and you will be sent a reminder 

email a few days 

before and be entered into 

a drawing to win a prize 

the day of the event. 

LWSA looks forward to 

opening their house in this 

inaugural event to show 

the community what it’s 

like to be a part of the Gators 

team and family. 

Submitted by the Lincoln- 

Way Swim Association. For 

more information, visit www. 

teamunify.com/Home.jsp?_ 

tabid_=0&team=illwsa. 

The Lincoln Way Swim Association Gators (LWSA) offers year 

round competitive age-group swimming opportunities where 

every swimmer, can strive to reach their full potential. For over 

15 years, LWSA has been building champions at the 

conference, state, and national levels. 

ALL Swimmers trying out for the team should 

return for Race Night on Thursday, September 15th 

Please visit our website for registration 

forms, tryout times, and more information 

about the LWSA Gators 

www.lwsagators.org



SPIRIT • GRACE • SUCCESS 

A preschool - 8 th grade school focused on developing 

the whole child for success in the 21 st century. 

Spiritual Growth 

At St. George School your child’s spiritual 

development will be nurtured daily by our 

faculty and our Parish Priests. We encourage 

many ways for your child to expand and 

develop in their faith by offering: 

• Catholic faith curriculum 

• Daily prayers and lessons 

• Weekly all school Mass 

• Sacramental preparation 

• Grade Level Service Projects 

• Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy 

Physical Growth 

Just as St. George nurtures your child’s 

spiritual and academic growth, out Athletic 

Department encourages their physical 

activity and health. Students gain strength 

and stamina through: 

• Bi-weekly PE Classes 

• Secured playground 

• Daily recess/free play 

• Interscholastic boys/girls sports 

• Indoor Soccer for students 

in Pre-K through third grade 

• Fitness Club 

Scan the code 

for more info. 

6700 W. 176 th Street 

Tinley Park, Il. 60477 

Academic Growth 

We pride ourselves with a tradition of 

academic excellence. Our faculty is Illinois 

State Certified and Archdiocesan accredited. 

In addition to our modern facility we 

also have: 

• Computer Research Lab 

• Science lab/Discovery Lab 

• Music and art education 

• Foreign language program 

• Smart Board equipped classrooms 

• Chromebook for all students: grades 4-8 

Social & Emotional 

Growth 

School, family, and community are interwoven 

at St. George. Students are encouraged 

to participate in a wide range of activities: 

• Student Council 

• National Junior Honor Society 

• Peer & Teacher tutoring 

• Chess Club 

• Student Ambassadors 

• And many more… 

(708) 532-2626 

stgeorgeschool.org 

St. George offers 

‘spirit, grace and 

success’ in Tinley Park 

St. George is a neighborhood 

school located in 

Tinley Park, Illinois. The 

school has been a part of 

Catholic education for 65 

years. 

The school is committed 

to providing all children 

with a high-quality 

education in Catholic 

faith and virtues and preparing 

each student to 

live and thrive in the 21st 

century. St. George features 

a preschool through 

eighth-grade campus that 

offers full and part-time 

programs for preschoolers, 

along with morning and 

afternoon extended day 

options and other afterschool 

programs to bring 

out the talents of its students. 

Language classes begin 

in preschool and continue 

throughout the years here 

at St. George. The school 

also offers different technology 

such as Google 

Chromebooks, iPads and 

SMART Boards, giving 

students alternative paths 

to achieving their own educational 

goals. 

Many of the school’s 

subjects are web-based, 

enabling teachers to design 

lessons to meet all learners. 

Google Classroom is 

being implemented this 

fall within the junior high 

curriculum, providing the 

students with new tools 

and resources for success. 

St. George’s mission 

and belief is that each 

child, as a child of God, 

has a unique potential that 

requires continuous development 

while recognizing 

her or his cultural diversity. 

Each student is encouraged 

to grow toward fulfillment 

as a total person 

spiritually, academically, 

physically, socially and 

emotionally. 

This year the goal of the 

school is to focus on kindness 

and love for all people. 

Pope Francis inspires 

the school’s staff and students 

to do this each day, 

and through everyday actions 

they know they can 

make a difference. 

With this in mind, the 

school aims to change 

something in the world 

and bring its mission to 

life, making St. George a 

school full of spirit, grace 

and success. 

Submitted by St. George 

School, 6700 176th St., Tinley 

Park. For more information, 

call (708) 532-2626, or 

visit www.stgeorgeschool. 

org.



Community Christian School faithfully instructs, serves youth 

Community Christian School is a new, 

independent K-12 Christian school faithfully 

serving the Lincoln-Way, Joliet and 

Will County communities. This little 

school with a big heart is located on the 

New Lenox/Manhattan border, and it is the 

home of the CCS Panthers and the 2015- 

2016 Varsity Boys Basketball NCSAA National 

Champions, ACSI State Champions 

and ICC Undefeated Conference Champs! 

As a non-denominational, Christian 

school, CCS works in partnership with 

families and churches to encourage and inspire 

students to pursue God’s will for their 

lives while pursuing excellence in character, 

academics and service. 

CCS offers an advanced curriculum, 

interscholastic competitive sports programs, 

an international student program, 

missions and serving opportunities and a 

fine arts program that includes an annual 

student drama production, student-led 

worship and elementary music and choir 

performances throughout the year. CCS 

enforces a casual and modest dress code 

and does not require uniforms. 

With small classroom sizes that average 

eight to 10 students per grade from preschool 

up to 12th grade, CCS students get 

a complete classroom experience, but with 

the individualized teacher attention and 

academic support that is not possible in a 

large-classroom setting. A smaller school 

allows families and students to better connect 

with one another, and CCS enjoys a 

vibrant community of parents, students, 

teachers and staff members doing life together. 

CCS offers a full-day preschool and 

kindergarten at a fraction of the cost of 

day care that promotes advanced learning, 

academically structured playtime and 

rest time. 

CCS graduates have been accepted in 

top universities and many are now making 

a name for themselves in successful 

careers, some globally! 

CCS makes private education affordable 

and offers one of the lowest private 

tuition rates in the area. To further assist 

families committed to private, Christian 

education, CCS offers new student 

monthly tuition discounts, generous pastoral/ministry 

discounts and multi-sibling 

family discounts and financial aid and 

scholarships for eligible families. 

Registrations are still being accepted 

for the 2016-2017 school year, and there 

are still preschool openings! 

Call to make an appointment for a 

school tour and to receive registration 

information, or come to our August “no 

penalty” late registration event on Thursday, 

Aug. 18 and Friday, Aug. 19, to tour 

the school and meet the teachers. 

Submitted by Community Christian School, 

22811 S. Cedar Road, Manhattan. For more 

information, call (815) 485-2379 or visit 

www.ccspanthers.org. 

Better Grades & 

Test Scores Start Here. 

Free C2 Academic Assessment & in-person 

review of the results. ($120 value) 

Call to schedule your appointment today! 

C2 Education Orland Park 

14936 So. LaGrange Road 

Orland Park, IL 

708.966.9099 

www.c2educate.com



St. Jude School 

emphasizes Catholic 

teachings in New Lenox 

St. Jude School in New Lenox continues 

to be a top choice for Catholic education. 

St. Jude highly values the spiritual development 

of all of its students by offering 

a complete Catholic education under one 

roof, beginning at age 2 and continuing 

through eighth grade. The school’s tuition 

costs are competitive and reasonable. 

St. Jude School offers a full-day kindergarten 

program and extended day care 

for those needing childcare before or after 

school hours. This very affordable option 

is available to all families, including preschool 

families, on a consistent or occasional 

basis. 

St. Jude School also offers a Catholic, 

faith-based education that gives children 

the tools they will need for life’s journey. 

St. Jude’s exceptional academic program 

for children in preschool through eighth 

grade is based on a curriculum rooted in 

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area for a fee. 

Now, more parents can 

afford to give their children 

a Catholic-school 

education. For the first 

time, St. Mary’s Catholic 

School is offering a special 

tuition transfer grant 

for up to $1,500 per family 

($1,000 in Year 1, $500 

in Year 2). 

Students entering firstthrough 

seventh-grade 

who transfer from any 

private, public, charter or 

home school are eligible 

for the offer. Students 

transferring from another 

Catholic school in the Roman 

Catholic Diocese of 

the teachings of Jesus Christ. 

By addressing students’ educational 

and spiritual needs, St. Jude School helps 

children build a solid foundation for lifelong 

success. The St. Jude School motto 

reminds all students that they are in a 

place of learning and living their faith. 

Enrollment is still available for the 

2016-2017 school year. The school is also 

scheduled to host a fun-filled family night 

at its annual Running with Faith 5K/10K 

run/walk at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27. 

The event is to include activities for the 

entire family, as well as a post-race bash 

with music from the popular band Hello 

Nuvo. To register for the race, visit www. 

itsracetime.com. 

Submitted by St. Jude School, 241 W. Second 

Ave., New Lenox. For more information, call 

(815) 485-2549, or visit www.stjudes.org. 

Joliet are not eligible. 

Come see the difference 

at St. Mary Catholic 

School. 

Submitted by St. Mary Catholic 

School, 11409 195th St., 

Mokena. For more information, 

call (708) 326-9330 or 

visit www.stmaryschoolmokena.org. 

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Academic, athletic 

achievement thrive at 

Providence Catholic 

Providence is a Catholic, 

co-educational, college 

preparatory Augustinian 

high school in New Lenox, 

Illinois. 

A dedicated and caring 

faculty and staff integrate 

the core Augustinian values 

of truth, unity and love 

into all dimensions of student 

life. A demanding curriculum, 

inclusive service 

programs, competitive athletics 

and comprehensive 

extracurricular offerings 

challenge students in a safe 

and nurturing environment. 

One hundred percent of 

Providence’s Class of 2016 

students will continue their 

education at a college or 

university. This class earned 

scholarships valued at nearly 

$30 million. 

Eighteen percent of these 

graduates were named Illinois 

State Scholars, while 

28 percent of studentathletes 

signed National 

Letters of Intent or made 

commitments to continue 

their respective sports at 

the collegiate level. These 

seniors also performed 

more than 25,000 hours of 

community service during 

their high school careers. 

In addition, Providence 

Catholic recently earned a 

state championship title in 

baseball. This achievement 

made the school the owner 

of 30 state championship 

titles, the most among private 

high schools in the 

state of Illinois. 

Those interested in 

learning more about Providence 

Catholic are encouraged 

to attend the school’s 

annual open house, which 

is scheduled to run from 

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, 

Nov. 20. Beginning in 

September, eighth-grade 

students may witness firsthand 

what it is like to be 

a Celtic by scheduling a 

“shadow day” visit. To 

check available dates, visit 

the Providence Catholic 

High School website or 

call (815) 717-3160. 

Submitted by Providence 

Catholic High School, 1800 

W. Lincoln Highway, New 

Lenox. For more information, 

visit www.providence 

catholic.org.



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Keeping up with Michael Phelps’ 

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By joining a swim team, children get so 

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the best of their abilities in competitive 

age-group swimming, while developing 

the traits of integrity, sportsmanship and 

teamwork. The fall season starts mid- 

September at Carl Sandburg High School. 

POSA offers a fully refundable trial period 

for new swimmers the first two weeks 

of the season. 

Submitted by Palos Orland Swim Association. 

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