April 2025

Cook County I.S.D. 166 is seeking feedback from the community about the possibility of a fall referendum

Cook County Schools is seeking community feedback regarding the possibility of a fall 2025 bond referendum to address the improvements that were in questions 2 and 3 of the November 2024 bond referendum now that a onetime $7 million matching grant has become available.

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Historical Reflections

Does anyone know who this happy young man is? The fish is almost as big as he is! The back of the picture says it is the late Paul Johnson but Paul’s wife says that’s not him. So, who is this? Please send your answers to ccnh@boreal. org.

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Cook County Encourages Safe Storage and Disposal of Substances with Lockbox Initiative

When a person safely stores substances such as prescription medication, cannabis products, vitamins, or supplements, it is less likely that another person accidentally consumes or intentionally misuses them. Children and pets can be particularly at-risk for accidentally consuming substances left around the house, mistaking them for candy or other foods. Safe storage means that substances are stored out of reach in a locked container.

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