Community Unit School District 300

A Carpentersville man was charged with intimidation, trespassing and resisting a police officer after police say he fled on foot through an Algonquin neighborhood, court records show.

Zoki Russo is a third grade teacher at Sleepy Hollow Elementary School with a 14-year track record of getting kids excited, really excited, about coming to school and learning.

Preschool teacher Yasmin Villamar is thoughtful, compassionate and aware when her students need a little extra attention and inclusion, say parents and colleagues at the deLacey Family Education Center in Carpentersville.

Hampshire, Huntley, Jacobs and Cary-Grove high school students were recognized last month by the Fox River Valley chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution at its annual Student Award Reception.

Voters went to the polls on Tuesday to elect school boards across McHenry County.

Tuesday marks the last day for voters to cast their ballots in several local races, including school board, municipalities, and library and park districts.

Question: Would you propose any changes to the curriculum? If so, what? Answer: I would propose our “opt out” program be transitioned to a “opt in” program for all allowable topics. Read Kristina Konstanty's full election questionnaire here.

Question: Why are you running for office? Answer: A seamless transition of our superintendents over the next 18 months is critical. I am committed to offering strong and steady leadership in this transition. Read Steve Fiorentino's full election questionnaire here.

Question: Would you propose any changes to the curriculum? If so, what? Answer: I would want to potentially expand SEL (Social Emotional Learning), and look deeply into how we challenge our High School students to be college/job ready after graduation.

Question: Do you believe the district needs to make any changes to improve DEI in your district? Answer: The school district’s mission is to educate and prepare children for higher education and career success in the workforce. Read Connie Cain's election questionnaire here.

Nearly 7,000 McHenry County residents remain without power Friday morning, but area schools are back open following the ice storm that downed trees and power lines.

Wednesday's ice storm caused problems throughout the county, but some areas hit harder than others.

Extensive power outages and downed power lines have led to school closures in McHenry County.

Almost 20% of McHenry County is without power as of early Thursday morning

With McHenry County under an ice storm warning from 6 a.m. Wednesday through Thursday morning, a number of area schools have been cancelled.