$25-Million Referendum Has Residents Rallying
A March 20 referendum sparked a lively debate among Lincolnwood residents during a four-hour plus school board meeting Thursday.
The ongoing conflict between a group of Lincolnwood residents and School District 74 led to a bizarre spectacle on Thursday evening. There was a brief — and silent — presentation honoring former school board president David Koder, who recently stepped down from his position after reimbursing the district for limousine rides, first-class airfare upgrades and $600 dinners that were paid for with taxpayer dollars. Ultimately, the school board awarded Koder with a small clock in front of a silent audience prior to addressing the board's agenda. The hot-button issue, however, was the upcoming $25-million referendum set for March 20. If passed, the current Lincoln Hall would be torn down and a new school would be built in its place. A group of …
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John Vranas
8:08 pm on Monday, March 19, 2012
You are absolutely correct. The Lincolnwood students were the best of the Niles West class. That no longer is the case. This administration has rested on its laurels instead of understanding the needs of the current students. They have been blinded by the "technology is the answer" and "new is better" syndromes that they are failing to properly prepare our students. more ›