CALENDAR & WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY
Bad news...we literally have a nuclear problem in Zion. However, there is good news, too! Our Congressional representative, Brad Schneider, has specifically requested our help, and this is a great opportunity for civic engagement that truly makes a difference in the community!
Rep. Schneider and Sen. Duckworth have reintroduced a bill called the “STRANDED Act,” which would provide federal funds to communities like ours that have become de facto nuclear waste sites (after the nuclear power plant closed, they were going to ship the waste to Yucca Mountain out west, but that was shut down, so the waste is staying here – it’s buried “safely” by the lakefront, but it makes it so that land cannot be developed for businesses, which is a significant blow to our local economy).
What can you do?
1. Write a letter stating why you support the proposal and offer insights as to why this legislation is critical to our area (environmentally, economically, politically, etc.).
2. Upload your letters of support here (www.tinyurl.com/ZionSTRANDED) and they will be forwarded to Greg Claus, senior staffer for Rep. Brad Schneider. Or, write your local representatives directly.
3. Spread the word to others in the community asking for their help as well!
A sample script, contact information for our representatives, and details about the STRANDED Act can be found here. (www.tinyurl.com/ZionSTRANDED)
Let's pull together and significantly impact a positive change for ZION!
GRADUATION CEREMONY PHOTOS
New Tech High @ Zion-Benton East
2021 Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, June 3rd at 6:30 PM
Performing Arts Center (PAC)
ZBTHS Campus
Written by students, for the student body, the goal is to encourage conversation and provide an outlet for all types of news--global, national, local, or happening on campus.
All students are encouraged to contribute to upcoming publications. Please visit the Student Government page on our website to view the most recent publication as well as previous editions.
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Brandon LauerBrandon, a New Tech Senior, earned the ACE (Accepting the Challenge of Education) award from the Zion Area Exchange Club, recognizing his perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving success as a student. He will move on to the District level of consideration for the award. | Martha GarciaMartha, a New Tech Junior, was honored with the Tech Campus Student of the Year award! One student was selected that instructors felt was a fantastic representative of their program, excelling in and out of the classroom, and showing a willingness to pursue further education or a career in their chosen field. | Daniel Anilao Daniel, a New Tech Senior, took 1st Place in the SkillsUSA competition for Interactive Application and Video Game Creation. Daniel and his team will have a chance to compete at nationals in June! |
Brandon Lauer
Brandon, a New Tech Senior, earned the ACE (Accepting the Challenge of Education) award from the Zion Area Exchange Club, recognizing his perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving success as a student. He will move on to the District level of consideration for the award.
Martha Garcia
Martha, a New Tech Junior, was honored with the Tech Campus Student of the Year award! One student was selected that instructors felt was a fantastic representative of their program, excelling in and out of the classroom, and showing a willingness to pursue further education or a career in their chosen field.
Daniel Anilao
WHSD1 SENIOR WALK FOR THE CLASS OF 2021
We would like to invite all graduating high school seniors who attended school in Winthrop Harbor District 1, to attend our annual SENIOR WALK this year. Please come dressed in your cap and gown on May 28, 2021.
You will parade outside in front of our K-4 students at Westfield School at 10 AM. and then head over to North Prairie Junior High at 10:30 AM to parade in front of our 5th-8th graders.
We want to celebrate you and all you've accomplished. Please spread the word and invite other seniors to attend (they can be graduating from any high school). We hope to see you there!
Questions: email bshogren@sta.whsd1.org
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