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SEPTEMBER 8, 2010 Vol. 2 No. 51www.downersgrovebugle.com Our Village, Our News

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NewsTroy school board debates grading

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By Debbie Lively Staff reporter

Lockport will show off its history this weekend as its Sutlers on State event runs alongside its Civil War Days.

On Saturday and Sunday Sept. 11 and 12 from 11 to 5 p.m. Lockport’s sutlers will have their goods on sale for the community to purchase at the Sutlers on State event that will held in downtown Lockport at 10th and State streets. A sutler was a civilian merchant who sold provisions to an army in the field or at camp.

The Sutlers on State sale is being held in conjunction with Civil War Days, which includes a reenactment of the Civil War that will take place on both Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. in Dellwood Park. Bugle 2009 file photo

Civil War Days is once again at Dellwood Park.

Merchants, re-enactors combine for two-day eventLockport’s Sutlers on State combines with Civil War Days

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“We wanted to build on the Civil War reenactment that takes place in the park,” said Rosemary Winters of Main Street Lockport, “and we wanted to call attention

to the fact that our downtown is a historical downtown. It’s on the national registrar of historic places.”

For people interested in the historical period there will be a lot to see, such as actors dressed in period attire, local museums, and shopping at local stores displaying Civil War

merchandise. Although Civil War Days has being going on for 16 years, the merchant part of the event is relatively new.

“A lot of merchants have special exhibits that they’re focused on this year,” said Winters.

Hollingworth Candy Company will make President Lincoln candy hats and Canal House

Antiques will display 1860’s Civil War photos, dishes and cooking utensils.

Visitors to the event can also partake in a carriage ride around the downtown area as well as visit an art show and listen to live music.

Some music performances for the event will include: Jennifer

Johnson of 1st United Methodist Church of Lockport; Allegro Music Academy’s RockSchools; Allegro Music Academy’s Dance Program; Dawn Giganti, Marry-Beth Davison; The Chicago Zephry; Andrea Veltri; Zella; High Strung; Larry and Rick Patrick.

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The Will County Center for Community Concerns, as administrator of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), is pleased to announce that funds are available starting Sept. 1, for seniors and persons with disabilities, Oct. 1, for households that are shut-off and November for everyone else.

Households must be at or below 150 percent of poverty level to receive a one-time direct payment. Applications will be taken at Will County Center for Community Concerns located at 304 N Scott Street, Joliet IL 60432, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until the daily sign-in sheet is full.

Applications will also be taken throughout the Will County area. Please call the Will County Center for Community Concerns at (815) 722-0722 ext 3 or visit our website at www.wcccc.net for outreach locations and schedule, and for information on what documents are needed to apply.

Funds available for energy assistance program

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Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that Will County Drug Court graduated 17 people who have successfully completed the program and are now living drug-free lives.

A graduation ceremony was recently held at the Will County Office Building.

Graduates from Joliet, Lockport, Plainfield and Wilmington joined 250 others who have graduated from Drug Court since the program’s inception in 1999.

In Drug Court, prosecutors and defense attorneys work with the judge and treatment providers to help abusers who have committed non-violent offenses battle their addictions.

The graduation ceremony is the final step in an intensive year-long process.

Those allowed into the program are carefully screened and must remain drug free, submit to random drug tests, find employment, follow through with treatment and attend weekly Drug Court sessions if they are to graduate.

Circuit Judge Carla Alessio Policandriotes, who presides over Drug Court, introduced

the graduates and discussed how the program helped them clean up their lives.

“Drug Court requires a tremendous commitment from these defendants,” said State’s Attorney Glasgow, who spearheaded the creation of the program in the late 1990s. “Failure to complete the program means they will be held accountable for their criminal charges. However, success means leading drug-free lives and rejoining their communities as productive citizens without charges hanging over their heads.”

The state’s attorney noted that programs like Drug Court are a value for local taxpayers. For each dollar spent on a prevention program like Drug Court, the state saves ten times the money compared to the costs of prosecuting and incarcerating non-violent defendants.

Also in attendance to congratulate Drug Court graduates was one of the program’s first graduates, Miller Taylor. Since successfully completing the program a decade ago, Taylor, 67, has continued to attend Drug Court each week to mentor participants who are battling

addictions.State’s Attorney Glasgow

and the Will County Board recently honored Taylor for his dedication and commitment to the program by naming the Drug Court’s first recovery home the “Miller Taylor House.” The home will house five male Drug Court participants who are nearing completion of the program.

Will County Sheriff’s Deputy Steve Hunter arrested Taylor in 1999, prompting him to enter the Drug Court Program. At Glasgow’s request, Deputy Hunter paid a surprise visit to the graduation. Taylor had expressed a wish to meet with Hunter and thank him.

“Deputy Hunter had a profound impact on Miller Taylor’s life,” Glasgow said. “If he hadn’t arrested him on that night 11 years ago, Miller never would have entered Drug Court and he might never have turned around his life.

Today, every Drug Court participant draws strength and courage from Miller’s triumph over a once destructive addiction.”

For more information on Drug Court, go to http://www.willcountysao.com/ and click on Crime Prevention.

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The seventeen newest graduates of the Will County Drug Court join over 250 others who have successfully completed the program and are now living drug-free lives. Back row (from left): Michael Schumacher, Jeremy Plochocki, Katina McCullum, Marvin Stewart, Michelle Loraitis, Christina Washington, Earl Jones, Reggie Cannon Front row (from left): Ryan Friddle, Carlos Morales, Kimberly Nickel, Jeremy Brown, Sarah Dover, Kyle Andorf, Brittany Gosewisch, Princeton Jones, L.B. Johnson.

Seventeen complete Will County Drug Court

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School board debates Troy grading policyBy Shannon McCarthyStaff reporter

Troy school board members will decide on a uniform grading policy at a Sept. 15 meeting.Superintendent Don White

said district administrators are working on a plan that would make grade-weighting policies uniform across the district.“There has not been a

consistent practice of how grades are weighted,” White said. “That is the document that we are working to create and hope to have for the board at the September meeting.”The grade debate was sparked

by a discussion of district operations during a June 24

special board meeting. At that time, board members balked at a proposed shift in the grading policy at William B. Orenic Intermediate School that would mean formative assessments like homework would count for only 10 percent of a student’s grade.In May, Orencic Principal

Darryl Echols sent an e-mail to staff asking for feedback on a grade-weighting policy for the 2010-2011 school year. Forty-nine staffers responded,

with more than half voting for a policy counting tests, or summative assessments, as 60 percent of a student’s grade. Quizzes and projects would

account for 30 percent, with

homework making up the final 10 percent of the grade.At Troy Middle School,

homework and quizzes currently account for 30 percent of students’ grades, with tests making up 70 percent.Raising some board members’

ire was a proposal to make a shift at Orencic that would weight tests more heavily, with summative assessments counting for 90 percent of a student’s grade. That would leave other assignments like homework and quizzes at 10 percent of the grade.Board member Eileen Roche-

Kopchak questioned the wisdom of shifting to a test-emphasizing system, and argued

that homework should count for a larger chunk of a student’s final grade.“You’re putting the majority (of

the grade) on tests,” she said. In schools, though, “one of the things you’re doing is training the kids in good practices, and part of good practices is doing your homework.” “The only answer I have is

the developmental nature of a student,” White said. “You’re kind of training the kids to put more emphasis on the end result.”Board president Mark Griglione

agreed with Roche-Kopchak. “I think there should be a little more emphasis on homework,” Griglione said.

In the June meeting, board members also debated the merits of a district policy that directs teachers to give students a score of 50 percent even for missed assignments.Board members, including

president Mark Griglione, balked at the “something for nothing” policy.Last month, White said that

this practice would also be up for discussion at the September meeting.The September 15 meeting

is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the district administration center, 5800 W. Theodore St., Plainfield.

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The Will County Workforce Services Division has announced the September schedule for its Mobile Workforce Center.

The mobile unit travels throughout Will County to help residents with resume development, cover letters, and job applications.

The traveling workforce center also provides internet access for job search and employment opportunities.

Will County Executive Larry Walsh, who oversees Workforce Services, encourages job seekers to take advantage of the free service.

Walsh said, “The Mobile Workforce Center helps those who need jobs or who want new jobs. It travels throughout the County, allowing job seekers to use the equipment on board. In addition, Workforce Services staff is always happy to help job searchers use these free services.”

MWC contains 11 computer stations, high speed internet, and provides keyboarding lessons, as well as resume and job search assistance.

Unless specified, hours are 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. The Mobile Workforce Center’s schedule for September is:

Wednesday, Sept. 8, Bolingbrook IDES, 321 Quadrangle Drive, Bolingbrook;

Thursday, Sept. 9, Winchester

Green Shopping Center, 1099 S. Water St., Wilmington;

Friday, Sept. 10, Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville;

Monday, Sept. 13, Skateland Recreation Center, 25334 W. Eames St., Channahon;

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, University Park Town Center, 698 Burnhan Drive, University

Park; 1 to 3 p.m., Crete Library, 1177 N. Main, Crete;

Wednesday, Sept. 15, Peotone Library, 515 N. First St., Peotone;

Thursday, Sept. 16, Shorewood-Troy Library, 650 Deerwood Drive, Shorewood;

Friday, Sept. 17, Mokena Library, 11327 W. 195th St., Mokena;

Monday, Sept. 20, Bolingbrook IDES, 321 Quadrangle Drive,

Bolingbrook;9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday,

Sept. 21, University Park Town Center, 698 Burnhan Drive, University Park; 1 to 3 p.m.,

Steger Community Center, 3501 Hopkins, Steger;

Wednesday, Sept. 22, Manhattan Market Place, 260 Market Place, Manhattan.

Mobile Workforce Center will be throughout Will County


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UPCOMING

Register to vote. The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 2 general election is Tuesday, Oct. 5. Residents may register to vote at the office of Will County Clerk Nancy Schultz Voots, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Two forms of identification are necessary — one showing current name and address; the second may show name only. Anyone who is unsure of the status of their registration may visit www.thewillcountyclerk.com and click on Voter Lookup under the “What’s New” section or call the office at (815) 740-4620. Any registered voter who has moved within Will County may complete the back portion of their voter’s card and return it to the county clerk’s office or e-mail change of address to [email protected].

ONGOINGWanted: Those who love to sing. The Plainfield Area Community Chorus is beginning its 11th season in September and needs more people who love to sing. No auditions are necessary. The group is comprised of people who enjoy singing and helping each other improve their skills The chorus performs two concerts each year plus one performance at Bicentennial Theatre in Joliet. To join, call Gene St. Germain at (815) 254-9310 or Betty Sehr at (815) 436-5663.

GED classes. Education Service Network, a program of the Regional Office of Education, Career Seekers GED/Workforce program, is currently offering

GED classes for participants between the ages of 16 and 21 at the Premier Building, 51 W. Jackson St., Joliet, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon. Classes are also being offered at two new satellite sites at Friendship Centre at HighPoint, 175 South HighPoint Drive, Romeoville, on Monday and Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (815) 774-8902 or 815-774-8922.

Career Café. Will County Workforce Services host its free weekly Career Café for job seekers at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday in Room 519 of the JJC Renaissance Center, 214 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. Reserve a spot by calling (815) 727-4444, ext. 122 or emailing [email protected].

Prints of Nature exhibit at the Ainsworth-Gallery. Woodcut prints of animals by area artist Barry Skurkis will be on display at the Ainsworth-Gallery at 721 Taylor St. in Joliet through Sept. 24. An opening reception for the artist will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 20. The Ainsworth-Gallery is Joliet’s oldest commercial art gallery, showing original work by living artists. All exhibited work is for sale. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and other times by appointment. Admission is free. For more information call (815) 726-1840.

SEPTEMBER 8Educational seminar. Edward Jones Financial Advisor Tim Stetenfeld of Plainfield is hosting an educational seminar titled “Paying for Education” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept 8, at the Plainfield Public Library in downtown Plainfield. The

seminar is designed to help participants understand the value and importance of planning for their children’s or grandchildren’s future education costs.

SEPTEMBER 9

Garth Tribute. Steve Richards performs his live tributes to legendary singer Garth Brooks. He captures the sound and excitement of their

live performances, making for a special “in-concert” experience. The “Garth Brooks Tribute” program will be in the Community Room, Lockport


Branch Library, 121 E. 8th Street, from 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is required for the program is free. To register, or for further information on these programs, please contact the Lockport Branch at 815-838-0755 or visit http://www.dpvlib.org.

SEPTEMBER 10Pulmonary Support Group. Silver Cross Hospital, will host a free Pulmonary Support Group from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Specialty Care Pavilion, Room, 1005, 1300 Copperfield Ave., Joliet. This support group is for individuals with adult asthma, COPD, oxygen equipment, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, sarcoidosis, pulmonary fibrosis and respiratory disease. Family members are also invited to attend. For more information or to register to attend, call 1-888- 660-HEAL (4325) or visit www.silvercross.org.

SEPTEMBER 11Softball fundraiser. Fourth annual softball challenge sponsored by Leeza’s Place at Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center. The double header will pit physicians vs. attorneys and physicians vs. nurses Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Joliet Park District facility at 3000 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. General admission costs $5 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are available by calling (815) 725-7133, ext. 3339. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the following Joliet locations: Leeza’s Place, 113 Republic Ave., Suite 105; The Dove’s Nest Gift Shop at Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center; Dystrup, Hoster & Jarot, P.C. Attorneys at Law, 822 Infantry Drive, Suite 104; and Fidelity National Title Insurance Co., 116 Chicago Ave., Suite 203, Joliet.

Shorewood Scoot 5k run/walk. Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center and D’Arcy Motors will sponsor the fifth annual Shorewood Scoot 5K run/walk Saturday, Sept. 11, at Provena Physical Therapy, 852 Sharp Drive, Shorewood. Proceeds will benefit the Proceeds from the Shorewood “Scoot” will go to the “Make Your Mark” Fund, in memory of Mark Staehely of Shorewood. The event will begin with a Sept. 11 remembrance

ceremony from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $23 through Aug. 31 and $28 through the day of the race. To register online visit www.provena.org/stjoes/scoot. Register in person at Provena Physical Therapy, 852 Sharp Drive or Cardinal Fitness, 857 Center Ct., both in Shorewood. In honor of 9/11, all police, fire, ems and military personnel can race for free. For more information call (815) 741-7416.

Plainfield River Days Party in the Park. The Plainfield Riverfront Foundation will present Plainfield River Days Party in the Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, along the banks of the DuPage River just west of the Lockport Street bridge. Bring the entire family for a day of music, food and fun — on acres of pristine open space in the heart of downtown Plainfield. Admission is free to the event, which will include a kids fishing tournament (from 9 to 11 a.m.), live music and dance performances, beer tent (open until 8 p.m.) food tent, kids’ jumpies, face painting, mini golf, dunk tank, car and tractor exhibition, Plainfield Fire Department water wars, bags tournament and duck race. Proceeds will benefit the Plainfield Riverfront Foundation, whose vision is to “create a unique, exciting and attractive riverfront corridor that links residents to the village’s history, geography, economy and culture in sustainable ways.” For more information visit www.plainfieldriverfront.com.

Plainfield River Days Duck Race. Tickets are on sale for the inaugural Plainfield River Days Duck Race to benefit the

Plainfield Riverfront Foundation. The race will take place Saturday, Sept. 11, during the Plainfield River Days Party in the Park. Ducks will be released at 4 p.m. Adopt a duck today and cheer it on as it races down the river for cash prizes. First-place prize is $500; second place, $200 and third place, $100. The cost is $5 for one duck or a “quack pack” of five ducks for $20. Tickets are available during Cruise Nights in downtown Plainfield on Tuesdays; at Marsaglia Agency, 24040 W. Lockport St.; Plainfield Village Hall, 24401 W. Lockport St.; Limestone Brewing Company, 12337 Rt. 59; Plainfield Public Library, 15025 S. Illinois St.; First Midwest Bank, 24509 W. Lockport St.; and First Community Bank, 14150 S. Rt. 30. The Plainfield River Days Party in the Park, which will begin at 10 a.m. along the banks of the DuPage River just east of Settler’s Park in downtown Plainfield, will feature live entertainment, an art fair, food, kids’ activities, bag tournaments, a beer tent, car and tractor exhibition and more. For more information visit www.plainfieldriverfront.com.

Support the Troops pig roast and party. The American Knights — DuPage Motorcycle Club and Gruben’s Uptown Tap & Grill are hosting a support the Troops pig roast and party, starting at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at Gruben’s Uptown Tap & Grill at 24035 W. Lockport St. in downtown Plainfield. Donation is $20 per person. Attendees must be 21 years of age and older. Food and refreshments will be served from 3 to 6 p.m. followed by live entertainment from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Items requested for donation include peanut butter (20 ounces

or less), canned peanuts, graham crackers, beef jerky/slim jims, canned tuna or other canned meat, ready-to-eat canned pasta/soup, razors, shaving cream, foot powder, boxes of hot chocolate packets, white or black socks and granola bars.Donations will be distributed by Support Our Troops in Naperville. For more information call (630) 971-1150 or visit www.osotil.org.

Seminar on new approach to parenting. Trained professionals at Catholic Charities offer a new, proven approach to parenting to build a strong, trusting relationship with children, shift children from negativity to positivity and become a more successful and confident parents. Seminars are offered from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Sept. 11, 18 or 25, at 203 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. Cost is $20 per person. To register, call (800) 240-7011. Class size is limited so call now to reserve a spot.

Shorewood Scoot 5k run/walk. Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center and D’Arcy Motors will sponsor the fifth annual Shorewood Scoot 5K run/walk Saturday, Sept. 11, at Provena Physical Therapy, 852 Sharp Drive, Shorewood. Proceeds will benefit the Proceeds from the Shorewood “Scoot” will go

to the “Make Your Mark” Fund, in memory of Mark Staehely of Shorewood. The event will begin with a Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $23 through Aug. 31 and $28 through the day of the race. To register online visit www.provena.org/stjoes/scoot. Register in person at Provena Physical Therapy, 852 Sharp Drive or Cardinal Fitness, 857 Center Ct., both in Shorewood. In honor of 9/11, all police, fire, ems and military personnel can race for free. For more information call (815) 741-7416.

SEPTEMBER 12Housewalk benefit. This Olde Housewalk by the Cathedral Area Preservation Association of Joliet, Sunday, Sept. 12, will feature six properties. Tickets cost $16 before the event or $18 the day of the event, and are available online at www.capajoliet.net using PayPal. To purchase tickets by check or money order, mail payment to CAPA, P.O. Box 3662, Joliet, IL, 60434 or call (815) 726-4163. Advance tickets can be picked up at the will call at Preservation Park (Wilcox and Taylor) the day of the housewalk. Porch lunches hosted by some of CAPA’s most beautiful homes are available for $12.50 per person. Lunches must be purchased in advance via mail or website to allow for space accommodation.

SEPTEMBER 13Creative Writing Club. This club will meet weekly from 4-5 p.m. for a series of creative writing workshops. Whether you have never written before or you are working on a novel, this club is for you! We will explore all the things writers do through fun activities. Ages 8 and up. This program will meet in the Storytime Room and registration is required. At the Romeoville Public Library, 201 West Normantown Road, Romeoville, (815) 886-2030.SEPTEMBER 14

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Summit on Aging to explore educational opportunitiesby Christopher A. KochState Superintendent Illinois State Board of Educationand Charles D. JohnsonDirector Illinois Department on Aging

The Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department on Aging are co-hosting the First Illinois Summit on Aging and Education to get more older adult volunteers in classrooms across our state.

The September 20 summit at Illinois State University in Normal could not come at a better time. Our school districts are struggling with an unprecedented state

fiscal crisis, marked by delayed state payments and reduced local revenue.

At the same time, we are launching statewide comprehensive education reform initiatives, from the implementation of the internationally-benchmarked Common Core Learning Standards in Math and English to efforts aimed at turning around our lowest performing schools. We need older adult volunteers more than ever to help students meet these new and more

rigorous standards and better prepare for college and careers.

Retired rocket scientists are welcome but not necessary. Such work can be as simple as reading to a first grader or talking to a high school student during study hall. The extra attention supports students and increases their success. Older adult volunteers discover a new way to serve the community and gain another social outlet.

Just ask Russ Marineau who worked at IBM for more than 30 years and commuted between

downtown Chicago and his home in Naperville, leaving little time for civic work or getting to know his neighbors. Since he retired in 1991, he has volunteered a couple hours a week as a mentor and tutor in Naperville Community Unit School District 203.

“It’s got me more involved in the community than I have ever been,” Marineau said. “It’s a great way to make friends and make a difference.”

Formal studies are just beginning to document what Marineau and other older adult volunteers and students have experienced through such

interaction. The volunteer program in the Naperville district recently expanded to incorporate a class in which high school students can pass on some computer skills to the senior volunteers. A plan to give the older adult volunteers access to the district’s wellness program is in the works, providing students with a firsthand look at how good habits can benefit one for life.

Students are now returning to school. We hope older adults will follow. Their presence has the potential to improve student performance and inspire service for generations to come.

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Joliet Township High School is working to meet student needs by integrating Differentiated Instruction (DI) into lesson plans.

“Differentiated instruction is a shift in teaching philosophy that our teachers have readily embraced,” said Dr. Cheryl McCarthy, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services. “It fits in perfectly with our District 204 Strategic Plan because it requires teachers to tailor their lesson plan to meet the needs of each student and it acknowledges that people learn at different rates, in different ways, and in a variety of settings. As our society and students change, we need to examine the way instruction is delivered, “ McCarthy said. “Teachers no longer just stand in front of the classroom and deliver a lesson. As educators we need to look at each individual student and develop plans to address the learning styles and needs of every student.”

While the staff acknowledges that reaching every student is a daunting task, it is a challenge they readily embrace. Last year, the staff received 10 hours of training related to DI, and a group of 64 teachers were trained to facilitate professional learning teams whose primary focus was DI. This year, School Improvement Time and School Improvement Days will be spent

expanding teachers’ knowledge of DI.

“There’s no question that DI is a strategy that is effective. I see it at work as I observe our teachers’ lessons and participate in the academy learning communities,” said McCarthy. “With collaboration, professional development, and a willingness to embrace this change in teaching philosophy, I am certain that we will continuously update our teaching pedagogy to meet the needs of our students,” said McCarthy.

At the June Board of Education meeting, JTHS social studies teachers Lisa Fike, Shannon Hubbart, and Pete Nackovic enthusiastically shared their success with DI. The teachers implemented aspects of DI, which included motivation, pre-assessment, student choice, and post-assessment.

“With 11 classes, 300 student, and an 8-week period of time, the social studies teachers who implemented DI saw an increased reading score ranging from two to five points,” said Alberto Filipponi, JTHS Curriculum Director. “The key was allowing students a choice in how they learned the vocabulary related to the reading assignments. The choice allowed a means for the student to draw on their strengths and to gain ownership and take pride in the assignment. That’s what DI is all about.”

University of St. Francis President Michael J. Vinciguerra recently welcomed Illinois elected officials to campus to discuss issues facing higher education. Sen. Edward Maloney (Illinois-18th District), chair of the Higher Education Committee, along with Sen. A.J. Wilhelmi (Illinois – 43rd District) and Rep. Jack McGuire (Illinois, 86th District) assistant majority leader, joined Vinciguerra.

The University of St. Francis in Joliet serves 3,400 students nationwide, offering 40 undergraduate programs, four degree-completion programs and 14 graduate programs, including a doctorate in nursing practice. Programs are offered in arts and science, business, education, nursing and health care and social work. For information, call (800) 735-7500 or visit www.stfrancis.edu.

Joliet teachers embracing change in teaching methods

(Left to right) Rep. Jack McGuire (Illinois, 86th District) assistant majority leader; Sen. Edward Maloney (Illinois-18th District), chair of the Higher Education Committee; University of St. Francis President Michael J. Vinciguerra; and Sen. A.J. Wilhelmi (Illinois – 43rd District) met at the university’s main campus in Joliet to discuss issues facing higher education.

University of St. Francis welcomes state elected officials



You are locked, cocked and ready to rock.

Your mind may be traveling a mile a minute, thinking about ways to improve your future. Gather support as well as advice from key figures in the week ahead.

S h r i n k -wrap your troubles. Put

complaints and concerns aside during the week to come. You will find it easier than usual to achieve cooperation from others by applying some flattery and appreciation.

Put another brick in the wall. You might

be building relationships or a career, but in either case you are moving forward slowly but surely. This is a good week to put your people skills to good use.

Pot, kettle, black. Engage in some soul-

searching word association before you call someone to task for minor infractions. During the week ahead, you can afford to give everyone the benefit of the doubt.

Treasure the recipe to a secret sauce

for success. You might press all the right buttons in the week ahead if you speak in public or make written presentations. Your persuasiveness is a handy tool.

Become a culture connoisseur rather

than a couch critic. In the week to come, you might enjoy tasting a few of life’s exotic pleasures and exploring different walks of life through books, movies or travel.

Red ink is no longer on the rise. You

might be feeling more confident about your financial situation in the week ahead. That might tempt you to spend money you don’t have quite yet.

Snap out of it. Your ambition doesn’t have

a “sell by” date. Just because you have been frustrated in the past doesn’t mean you are blocked permanently. You can achieve financial security this week.

Love’s labor is never lost contrary to

whatever Shakespeare said. During this weekend the effort you put forth will be rewarded by appreciation from others. You will have extra energy in the week ahead.

Partner for power. A friend or co-

worker could turn into a virtual spousal equivalent as you rely more heavily on that person to provide support and advice. Make sound purchases this week.

It is never dull on the cutting edge. Your

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INSIDE: Porter runners dominate invite, page 12; West football falls again, page 13; JCA, Lockport, Minooka win, page 15

By Mark GregorySports reporter

It may not have been the way it was planned, but the Carlos Curry era at Joliet Central began in Friday night’s 46-0 loss to Romeoville.

The sophomore signal caller entered the game after an injury to starter Tyler Hauert and gained 23 yards on 11 carries, but more importantly showed the coaching staff a poise under center that gives them hope.

“Carlos is up,” said coach Mike Maloney. “He has been the back up. This is a situation where Carlos has to grow up really fast, and I believe he can. He has a lot of potential. He has an enthusiasm about the game, he is always smiling. Even when he is frustrated, he is still smiling. He loves football and that makes him a better player because of that simple fact. Because he loves the game, he works harder at it.”

“It is time for me to step up bigger than I have before and take the leadership of this team,” Curry said. “I am really excited to step on the field with all the people here. We have had 0-9 records and once we get that first win it will be great and we will build from there and build the program for the people that will follow us and start a winning reputation at this school. I feel that this is my time.”

It was not time for a Central win, however, as Romeoville scored early and often.

Josh Griffin (11 carries, 121 yards, three TDs) netted the first score of the game 10:27 left in the first quarter. Matt Gillis found Donald Miller for a 26-yard touchdown with 7:00 remaining in first-quarter play and Griffin added a 24-yard scoring run to make the score 20-0 after the first

quarter.Griffin’s third touchdown run

with 6:10 left and a Gillis to Miller 28-yarder touchdown pass from Gillis to put Romeoville up 33-0 at the break.

On the first possession of the second half, Perez Ford broke a 62-yard touchdown run make it 40-0 and a running clock.

Malik Neal led Central with 34 yards rushing on 14 carries.

With Curry taking over at the quarterback position, the Steelmen are even younger in key offensive spots.

“I would never make excuses, but now we have a sophomore quarterback, sophomore three back and a sophomore left tackle,” Maloney said. “Everyone talks about growing pains, but as a coach, you want to believe that we are putting the kids in the best possible place to be successful.”

One of the things Central (0-2) has already done to show success is show a work ethic that has the players giving their all until the final whistle.

“I promised the administration that I would change the culture of what had been going on and I am making an effort to do that,” Maloney said. “Part of that is the players’ attitude and how they believe.

“I tell them all the time that they only get so long to play this great game and you can’t waste your opportunities. No matter what the score is, or what the outcome is going to be, you have to embrace the opportunity to play this game and always play it to your best ability and not have any regrets.”

Their new young leader has bought into the message.

“We are Steelmen and steel gets pounded and keeps on going,” Curry said. “We will go up from here. As Steelmen we never quit ever.”

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Sophomore Carlos Curry (11) will take the reigns at quarterback for Joliet Central.


Porters dominate Plainfield Invite

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Megan O’Brien (right) and Steph Sanders finished first and second at the Plainfield Invite.

By Scott TaylorSports reporter

It was a dominating day for Lockport at the Plainfield Central Invite.

The Porters breezed to both the boys and girls team and individual titles.

On the girls side, Megan O’Brien won the invite with a time of 18:10, winning the title by over 40 seconds.

Behind her was teammate Steph Sanders, who was second with a time of 18:51.

“I knew the race was going to be a little bit slower,” O’Brien said. “So, we planned to go out as a team in a pack and we went through the mile in 6:17. After that we decided to break off a little bit and was just going for the win. The weather was nice and I felt really good, but I didn’t feel like I was pushing myself to my full potential. I think it was a good starting point.”

“We started off as a team,” Sanders said. “We all ran the first mile together, which was really nice to have the team to push you. I think that helped all of us drop our times. Once we hit the mile mark, a couple of us took off and we started running our own race.”

O’Brien is coming off of a fifth-place showing at state a year ago and is back for more this year.

“I’ll see how close I can get to the top,” O’Brien said. “I have to stay positive mentally and keep focused and keep pushing through all the workouts.”

Courtney Correa finished seventh (19:30), Kelsey Hahn was 15th (20:11) and Lexi MeDermid was 20th (20:38).

The Porters travel to the Peoria Woodruff Invite Saturday.

“This was a good start,” Sanders said. “We have Peoria Woodruff next week and there are a lot of good runners there. This was kind of like to get us back into racing.”

Joliet West took seventh on the girls side with 171 points. Lockport won with 49 points.

Sarah Schalk was the leading finisher, taking ninth (19:37). Joy Treasure placed 19th (20:25) and Hailey Salazar was 31st (21:13).

Joliet Catholic was eighth with 175 points.

Erin Kennedy led the Angels with a time of 20:45, good for 22nd place.

It was the first cross country meet for the sophomore.

“The course was kind of tough because we were doing the same course twice,” Kennedy said. “I was surprised to be the team leader. I do track, so I decided to do cross country this year. Towards the end it was getting a little tough. I wanted to save as much as I could for the last stretch and I was able to do that.”

Now that she has her feet wet, Kennedy is ready to make a run past regionals.

“I’m hoping to make sectionals,” Kennedy said. “That’s everybody’s goal. I’m just trying to improve the best I can.”

Kelly Valencik and Moira McSteen were 28th and 29th, respectively for JCA with times of 21:04 and 21:06, while Francesca Sikorski was 37th (21:43).

Joliet Central was 13th and was paced by Yessica Venegas, who ran the course in 22:17.

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Lockport’s David Sajdak won the boys race, completing the three-mile course in a time of 15:18.

“It was really windy out and I have a little bit of a cold, but our team was just looking to run all out for the first time,” Sajdak said. “This was probably our hardest week of practice and we all ran very well in the workouts. We ran strong today.”

His time was nearly 40 seconds better than the second-place finisher, his teammate, Tom Razo

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West falls to 0-2


Jon Smith and Joliet West could do nothing against Plainfield South.

By Scott TaylorSports reporter

Joliet West stayed close early, but in the end it couldn’t keep up with the Magees.

In a 41-0 loss to Plainfield South Friday night, the Tigers gave up 155 yards from scrimmage, three touchdowns and 91 yards passing to John and Sheldon Magee.

West’s defense stood strong early and recovered a fumble on South’s first play from scrimmage.

On the Cougars’ second possession, the Tigers forced another punt. However, a bad snap set up a 64-yard pass from punter Dondre Adams to Sheldon Magee, which led to a touchdown.

A turnover on the ensuing West possession led to a second first quarter touchdown, despite the defensive unit allowing less than 50 yards.

After a third South touchdown, the Tigers forced two straight three-and-outs. However, they couldn’t take advantage, thanks to four straight three-and-outs on offense.

“We weren’t executing,” West

coach Jason Aubry said. “If you don’t execute, you can’t move the ball. That was the problem. When you start 2nd and 17, you don’t have many plays in the playbook.”

Eventually that wore down the defense and led to another South score before half to make it 28-0.

“Absolutely they got worn down,” Aubry said. “There were some times where they did some decent things. We just missed too many tackles.”

West finally got something going on the last drive of the

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Porter swimmers win own invite

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Lockport got off to a fast start this season, taking back the title at their own Porter Relay Invite last Saturday.

The hosts tallied 336 points and were followed by Oswego (320), Lincoln-Way East (318), Wheaton Co-op (282) and Stagg (270) in the top five of the 12 team meet.

The team title came down to the final race of the meet, the varsity 4 x 100 freestyle, in which Chelsea Coneset, Abby Rodewald, Molly Knowles, Kirsten Zborek swam a 3:48.75 to win the event and claim the title.

“We really pulled together as a team and knew what we had to do to win and we did,” Knowles said. “There was pressure on us and we used it to our advantage. It was nerve wracking. The ones that were not swimming came over to the blocks and cheered us on.”

Also taking first in events for the Porters were the 200 yard freshman/sophomore relay team of Abby Loughlin, Carly Breithbarth, Amanda Moran and Michelle Johnson in 1:57.15.

Moran, Rodewald, Coneset and Zborek swam a 1:42.65 to win the

4 x 50 freestyle relay, while Moran, Loughran and Jill Rothgery won the 3 x 100 backstroke relay.

Being a relay event, it is out of the norm for the swimmers.

“This gets to display some of our depth which is our strength this year,” said Lockport coach Grant Ferkaluk. “The dedication has been awesome. The kids are busting their butts in practice every day and it shows.”

The Porters have talent from the freshmen to the seniors, which will help them accomplish their goal of competing at the end of the season.

“Our focus is always on sectional and getting to state,” said Ferkaluk. “We will be strong and we will see what happens.”

And top to bottom, Lockport is united for that goal.

“We love the freshmen, they are wonderful,” said Knowles. “Most of us have swam with them on club teams so we know them. Everyone is stepping up and doing what they have to do and it is going to be a great season. We really hope we can win sectionals this year and take the team to state.”


Abby Loughran and the Porters won their own relay invite last weekend.



In the beginning, it looked as if Joliet Catholic Academy and its highly touted offense would again be snake-bitten by arch rival Providence Catholic.

Not this time. The Hilltoppers overcame a

slow start and won 25-13 win, the first win over the Celtics in six tries.

Providence ran nearly 40 offensive plays in the first half, to 10 by the Hilltoppers, but led by one at the half.

“In the first half, we only had two or three series,” said junior running back Malin Jones. “It had been a while since we were down at the half, but we knew we would be OK.”

They did make good on one of the plays as Jones broke free for a 29-yard scoring run.

“The Providence defense keyed a lot on our guards and flowed with them to the back,” Jones said. “There were a few plays where the guards went one way and the running back went the other. I had the ball on one of those plays. The line did a great job and I had a wide open hole. I saw the defender and knew his finesse skills couldn’t beat mine, so I made a move on him.”

Jones admits he is not usually a finesse back.

“With my running style, it is easier to go through defenders than around them,” Jones said. “I like delivering the punishment, but like any runner, the finesse moves come second nature when you need them.”

In the second half, JCA ran more plays and made them count.

JCA’s other two talented running backs got in the scoring, as sophomore fullback Ty Isaac had a 20-yard run minutes into the second half.

It was followed by Josh Ferguson’s (9 carries, 103 yards) 52 yarder to make it 19-7 with 2:37 left in the third quarter. The play was set up by a Providence fumble recovered by linebacker Mike Mettille.

“Our offensive attack is pretty much second to none,” Jones said. “They can key on any of us and

the ball can go somewhere else. They can never be right every play.”

Linebacker C.J. Haney recovered a fumbled lateral and ran it in from 29 yards out to end the JCA scoring.

Jones also forced a fumble in the second half, when he made his defensive debut at linebacker, a position he had practiced at in the summer.

“There really were no first-time jitters,” he said. “My first blitz, I got a run at (Providence quarterback Joe) Houlihan. Then I forced the fumble.”

Beating the Celtics for the first time since 1989 was huge for the Hilltoppers.

“It is great, especially since I was on the team last year when we lost,” Jones said. “So far, we have avenged two of our losses from last year, and those wins taste great.”

Up next for the Hilltoppers is a trip to Muskegon Heights, Michigan.

Muskegon Heights is led by quarterback Willie Snead IV, who is being recruited by the University of Florida as a reciever.

A year ago, he passed for 2,937 yards and 30 touchdowns as a junior. He also rushed for 1,120 yards and 15 touchdowns.

“We know the quarterback is good,” Jones said. “But really, we are going in blank. We just have to take care of what we do. We can’t think they are too amazing and we can’t think we can beat them easy.”

LOCKPORT

Lockport running back Dan Holman scored three touchdowns, two rushing (1 and 15 yards) and one on a screen pass (47 yards) to help Lockport to a 28-21 win over Richards in Oak Lawn.

Holman’s (22 carries, 118 yards) 15-yarder with 6:44 remaining in the third quarter put the Porters ahead for good.

The Lockport defense allowed all 21 Richards points in the first half, and pitched a shut out in the second half.

Junior quarterback Billy Reed rushed for 49 yards and completed 6-of-7 passes for 106 yards.

MINOOKA

Minooka jumped all over Zion-Benton early and often in its 43-6 win Friday.

The Indians had three scores in the first quarter and 37 points by the half.

Indians’ quarterback Mitch Brozovich led the way, scoring two touchdowns.

Kyle Banks posted a pair of touchdowns (1 and 55 yards), while Kalvin Hill added one.

Defensive end Alexander Hamilton recovered a fumble in the in the end zone for a touchdown.

Locals earn big week two wins

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Billy Reed (left) and Dan Holman both had big games to help Lockport to a 28-21 win over Richards.


half. It grabbed three first downs on the arm of backup quarterback Zach Divarco, but Divarco fumbled at the South 16-yard line with .6 seconds left in the half.

Divarco split time with starting quarterback Malcolm Allen.

“We could do that at any time,” Aubry said of playing two quarterbacks. “We’ve been working with two quarterbacks through the preseason.”

Divarco ended up with 60 yards passing, completing 10 of 17 attempts.

“He did good,” Aubry said of Divarco. “That’s what we expect out of him. He’s a good quarterback and so is Malcom. We have two quarterbacks and we expect when Zach comes in to play well.”

The Cougars (2-0) added two early touchdowns in the third quarter and they cruised from there.

Things don’t get any easier for West (0-2) as it travels to Lincoln-Way East next Friday.

The Tigers know there is a lot of work ahead for them.

“When we get back we will look at the film and see what we need to improve on,” Aubry stated. “We need to find out where we are lacking.”

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CROSSContinued from page 12

(15:56).“It was hard (to run by myself),”

Sajdak said. “But my plan was to get out and see what I can do. I’m pretty happy with my time because of the wind. It’s much easier to run with a pack because you have guys you can draft off and more motivation to get you through.”

“It was pretty windy out, but I felt the team did pretty well,” Razo said. “I was pretty happy with my time. I was trying to do my best to cut the gap (on Sajdak).

Sajdak hopes to improve on his 44th-place showing at state a year ago and an 11th-place team showing, while Razo wants to join Sajdak among the state’s best.

“My goal for the year is to be top 10 if not top five in the state,” Sajdak said. “I want our team to place at state and finish in the top three. I’m looking to run around 14:30s.”

My ultimate goal is to get All-State and for the team to finish in the top five,” Razo added.

Joe Oldendorf took fifth for the Porters with a time of 16:06, while Ryan Mitsos was eighth (16:21).

Joliet Central was led by Will Coble, who took ninth with a time of 16:22.

“I’m pretty happy,” Coble said. “I trained a lot in the summer time. I’m just glad to know that hard work pays off. I had high confidence, but I didn’t think I would get the top 10. I’m very happy with myself, and I’m proud

of the team. We did really good. Our first four guys were under 16.”

The team took third place overall with 109 points. Lockport won with 29.

The high finish raised the expectations for the Steelmen.

“We set the standard high,” Coble said. “We’re going to try to place well in conference and regionals and I want to qualify for state. I’m really happy with my time and want to keep trying to improve.”

Taking 18th overall was Jed Lafond (16:52), Sam Clinton was 20th (16:54) and Jeff Lindstrom was 24th (16:58). Seth Peyla led Joliet Catholic with a time of 18:45.

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Joliet Central’s Will Coble placed ninth at the Plainfield cross country invite last weekend.

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Leafy vegetables may lower diabetes risk

Increased consumption of green leafy vegetables is associated with lower risk for developing Type 2 diabetes, according to the British Medical Journal. Researchers examined data from six prospective studies that measured individual consumption of fruits and vegetables. The studies also assessed the development of diabetes over a median of 13 years. In the four studies that specifically measured the intake of leafy green vegetables, a 14% reduction in diabetes risk was apparent between the highest and lowest levels of consumption. The authors cite the antioxidant effects of beta-carotene, polyphenols, and vitamin C as possible mechanisms for this effect. Editorialists comment that dietary advice “may be just as beneficial, if not more so, than prescribing drugs” to patients at risk.

Doctor’s Rx: One of the best ways to prevent diabetes, the sixth leading cause of death in the country, is to exercise on a

regular basis. Now we have solid evidence that regularly c o n s u m i n g fruits and vegetables as part of your diet can be effective as well.

Tai Chi may benefit fibromyalgia sufferers

Recently, a small study discussed in the New England Journal of Medicine showed improvement in overall physical function among fibromyalgia patients using the techniques of tai chi. The study comprised 66 patients, half of whom used tai chi, with the other half using standard stretching exercises. At 12 weeks, the intervention group had significant improvements in physical function and quality of life. The authors point to the need for longer-term studies among larger populations.

Doctor’s Rx: Fibromyalgia is a common disease that causes

fatigue, tender points on the body and often a sleep disorder. There are a number of drugs that can help such as Cymbalta or Lyrica. Stretching exercises can also be useful. Now a small study shows that tai chi can help even better than stretching. This seems to be an effective intervention with minimal or no side effects.

Moderate chocolate may lower heart risks

Moderate chocolate consumption may lower a woman’s risk for heart failure (HF), according to a study in Circulation. More than 30,000 middle-aged and older Swedish women without histories of diabetes, HF, or heart attacks completed food-frequency questionnaires and then were followed for roughly 9 years. During that time, 1.3% were hospitalized for, or died from, HF. Heart failure is the most common reason for hospitalization at age 60 or older. Compared with women who didn’t eat chocolate, those who consumed one to three servings a month

had about a 25% reduction in HF risk, while those who consumed one to two servings a week had a 30% risk reduction. Higher intake did not appear to have a protective effect. The authors point out that chocolate is a good source of flavonoids, which might improve cardiovascular risk factors. However, they note that chocolate consumed in the U.S. likely contains less cocoa (known to be cardioprotective) than that consumed by women in this study.

Doctor’s Rx: Consuming dark chocolate in moderation seems to help high blood pressure and now heart

failure. Perhaps a serving of dark chocolate weekly can be beneficial for both disorders. A low salt Mediterranean diet and frequent exercise can be helpful for both high blood pressure and heart failure as well. Milk chocolate is not useful for protecting the heart.

Evan Lipkis, M.D., is a physician, author and lecturer based in Glenview, Illinois. The advice contained in this column is for informational purposes only. Readers should consult with their own physician to evaluate any illness or medical condition. Questions or comments may be directed to Dr. Lipkis by contacting him through his web site at: www.DrLipkis.com

Benefits of vegetables, Tai Chi and chocolate


BUSINESS & REAL ESTATEWorkplace suffering can result in enlightenment

Q. There are so many things wrong with my current job that it would take a book to list them all. I know a lot of people these days are saying it is good for my peace of mind and spiritual development to be in the now. How do you “be in the now” when reality sucks?

A. Show me a person that can’t make a list of what is wrong with their life in and out of the workplace and I’ll show you a person who is lying. You can be in the now when reality bites but only if you stop biting back when you disagree with your circumstances.

Most of us have considered that reality is not a democracy. Most days we don’t even feel we have a vote on how life is turning out for us. We wake up

and are surprised every day at what happens next.

However, our debate with reality is about as effective as arguing with gravity when you step out a third floor window. You may not like the results, but the results will affect you whether you agree or not.

The stoic philosopher Seneca observed, “The fates lead him who will; him who won’t they drag.” Seneca died in 65 A.D., and the truth at work hasn’t changed much since his time. As professionals, we still have the choice to accept reality and be guided by the truth of a situation, or refuse to see what is going on and be dragged through the situation kicking and screaming.

Many of my clients start out believing that if they don’t like some aspect of their workplace situation, they are somehow condoning a problem by not fighting against what they don’t like. Unfortunately, what you don’t like about your workplace

is not going to change because you don’t like it.

The martial art of aikido is an excellent model for how to work with what we don’t like at work. Aikido is particularly useful for a smaller person who is fighting a larger foe (how many of us feel at work), as its techniques encourage you to surrender to the attack of your adversary and to use the energy of the attack to move him away from you.

After 30 years of helping people navigate the workplace jungle, I’ve noticed insight and judgment just can’t coexist in the same mental space.

When we are spending all of time criticizing our current circumstances, it is nearly impossible to think outside the box about how to change our experience.

The reason so many current teachers emphasize “being here now” is the now is the only place we have any power. We can bemoan our past and

worry about our future but this moment is the only place you can actually do anything to get what you want.

The good news is that, no matter how much we don’t like the current moment, we can still bring all of our physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual resources into creatively solving what makes us mad. Don’t be afraid to use your anger as an ally. Your anger is a finger pointing at what you need to fix. Just remember that the energy of anger is there to energize you to take a risk not to beat people up on the job.

If you think your current job sucks, start by making a short list of the things that make you the maddest on the job. Now beside each item, write down how you react. Now for each item write down 10 different ways you

could react.Be aware that even Buddha

thought life was suffering. We can figure he was just being a pessimist or had a point. If we can use our suffering in the workplace to grow us up and make us more creative, the cost of a little pain will be worth what we gain.

The Last Word(s)Q. I have a very talented

employee who simply won’t step up to the higher visibility projects where she could work with management. What is her reluctance?

A. She may have considered that when you soar with the eagles you may get sucked into jet engines and decided to keep a low profile. If you want her to take more risks, you need to reduce her anxiety.







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