March 9, 2010 | Many NEW Winter H.I.T. Squad articles have been published this week!
Keep up to date on events happening around Homestead from the student's perspective by reading weekly H.I.T. Squad (Homestead's Information Team) articles. ...Read More
March 4, 2010 | March Parent Newsletter Posted
The latest issue of the School Matters Monthly parent newsletter has been posted. Click below to read the March edition. Past editions can be found by clicking "About District 308" and then "Publications." ...Read More
March 4, 2010 | It is time to talk to the Governor about education funding
Governor Quinn posted his proposed budget online last week and requested letters of response as to how the budget might be adjusted and the fiscal situation in the state addressed.Governor Quinn's budget contains a 15 percent across-the-board reduction in education funding. As District 308 superintendent, I constructed the following letter that outlines my thoughts on how to address the budget problem. ...Read More
March 1, 2010 | Homestead Fun Fair 2010
The Homestead Fun Fair was a big success! Click here to see photos from this exciting family event. ...Read More
February 23, 2010 | State hits D308 with another funding dilemma
The most recent estimate to come from the state is a 10-percent, across the board cut to school districts' state funding. What does this mean for District 308 next school year? It means a budget that will need to be reduced by $11 million, in addition to the $5.5 million that has already been identified by the school district. Click "Read More" to read about the issue, talking points, and ways to contact your local legislators. ...Read More
February 22, 2010 | Board approves $5.5 million reduction plan
Click "Read More" for information on the 2010-11 budget reduction plan approved by the Board of Education on Feb. 22. ...Read More
February 10, 2010 | Have you helped your child answer this week's Homestead trivia question from the Jolly Rancher?
Each week at Homestead, the Jolly Rancher asks a question that has you thinking about a quality or event that effects the school. Help your child email your answer to the Jolly Rancher and the student will be recognized in the morning announcements and earn a "Jolly Rancher"! ...Read More