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EDUCATION
Library reading program drumming up support in Peoria
PEORIA (25News Now) - With drums as a backdrop Tuesday, Peoria students learned about Africa, singing, and the importance of reading over the summer. The Lincoln branch of Peoria’s library hosted a drummer, who was none other than 25News Today anchor - now retired - Garry Moore. He was...
Peoria’s District 150 swears in new board member, elects new president, VP
PEORIA (25News Now) - A new board member joined the Peoria Public School Board Monday. Christina Rose was sworn on Monday afternoon. She replaces Chase Klaus as his five-year term ended in 2024. Rose will take over as the representative of District 3. “I am very grateful for the opportunity...
Seven Graduating High School Interns Sign Offer Letters from ATS
Advanced Technology Services, Inc. (ATS) has announced its first signing day ceremony for graduating high school interns committing to full-time positions at ATS. Seven high school students who completed an ATS internship during the 2023-2024 school year formally accepted employment at the company, including three joining as test technicians and four as maintenance associates. ATS plans to expand the program in the coming years.
Meet the Peoria High School counselor named Illinois high school counselor of the year
A Peoria High School counselor was recently named the Illinois High School Counselor of the year. Myskeshia Mitchell started her 20-year career in education as a kindergarten teacher. It was her time as a teacher that inspired her to pursue counseling. “I taught kindergarten at the time, and the students...
Peoria Public Schools plan to lock up student cell phones draws parental concerns
The announcement of the purchase of up to 9,200 locking cell phone pouches for Peoria Public School students has prompted a wave of comments from the community. Last week, the district board voted unanimously to approve the purchase, putting up to $250,000 from the Education Fund toward the purchase of the pouches, as well as training and public messaging assistance from the pouch-making company Yondr.
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