Since State Rep. David McSweeney shared with the Northwest Herald part of the contents of his bill to reshape McHenry County government by providing Chairman Jack Franks with line item veto power, albeit with a Board veto override power to … Continue reading
As State Representative, Jack Franks spent eighteen years in Springfield. If getting rid of the Regional Superintendents of Education was a high priority, he was a failure. Now, he has the power to produce a budget. It is, in effect, … Continue reading
In her letter to McHenry County Board Finance and Audit Committee members last week, there were suggestions of how local taxpayers might save money in meeting the housing needs of students. School expansion. Alden-Hebron Unit District Does Alden-Hebron really need … Continue reading
Here are the notes of McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools employee Edgar Pereda, who is Director of Evergreen School, of a phone conversation with County Board Chairman Jack Franks: Around 2 pm a representative from Mr. Franks office called and asked … Continue reading
McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Education Leslie Schermerhorn is in a fight with some on the County Board, including Chairman Jack Franks, over her budget. Last week, she asked McHenry County State’s Attorney Patrick Kenneally for an opinion in the … Continue reading
From former McHenry County Board member Ersel Schuster: Here We Go Again… Drunk With Power and Self Importance! For all intents and purposes… it appears we are once again, forced to witness the “county emperor’s” irrational impulses as he stomps … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition: The McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition and the Regional Office of Education was awarded The Drug Free Communities (DFC) grant in the amount of $125,000 a year for 5 years. … Continue reading
McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Education Leslie Schermerhorn is not a happy camper at McHenry County Board Chairman Jack Franks’ refusal to put a contract to hire a fingerprinting vendor contract on the Board agenda even though the Public Health … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools: Regional Office of Education’s Role in School Safety he Regional Office of Education’s number one duty is to keep the children of McHenry County safe! The Regional Office, located … Continue reading
Toward the end of the filing period, two more people filed for McHenry County Office. Incumbent Regional Superintendent of Schools Leslie Schermerhorn presented petitions for re-election. She is a Republican and, unless Democrats decide to slate a candidate, Schermerhorn will … Continue reading
A press release from McHenry County: Office of National Drug Control Policy Awards $125,000 to McHenry County SAC The McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition (SAC), in collaboration with the McHenry County Regional Office of Education, has been awarded a 5 … Continue reading
This comment from Regional Superintendent of Schools Leslie Schermerhorn appeared under the story about the stabbing in Woodstock: This incident occurred near three Woodstock schools. My guess is the stabbing was drug related. Children walk by this area every day, … Continue reading
Among topics Leslie Schermerhorn introduced herself to the Public Health and Human Services Committee this morning. As McHenry County Blog readers learned exclusively nine days ago, Leslie Schermerhorn qualifies under the stringent educational and professional requirements set by law. The … Continue reading
Friday, April 13, the McHenry County Public Health and Human Services Committee will be interviewing the Leslie A. Schermerhorn of Woodstock for the post of Regional Superintendent of Schools. The candidate, who would be appointed by the County Board to … Continue reading
The Republicans who run McHenry County seem to be having some trouble finding a person to fill the slot for Regional Superintendent of Schools. The requirements are way too strict, having been designed by the Illinois Education Association and adopted … Continue reading
The Regional Superintendent of Schools elected on an unopposed ballot in 2010 resigned when the salary was cut. It will be to fill out the remaining two years of the term that started July 1st. About a dozen people applied … Continue reading
Here’s the list I received in response to my Freedom of Information request for the names of those who have applied to become the McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools. You may remember when it became clear that Governor Pat … Continue reading
Here is the comment the Lakemoor woman posted on this article about Regional Supt. of Schools Joe William’ decision to retire prior to taking elective office on July 1, 2011: I’m glad to see the concerned and questioning comments. The … Continue reading
The Northwest Herald’s Kevin Craver broke the story that the current and incoming McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools are resigning, apparently because their salaries, hence, their pension base will probably be cut soon. Current Supt. Gene Goeglein gets paid … Continue reading
Future McHenry County Regional Superintendent of School Joe Williams is quoted in an article on Home Schooling published by the Illinois State Board of Election. Here’s his two paragraphs: “Joe Williams, ROE #44 assistant superintendent in McHenry County and also … Continue reading
