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COMPTON HILLS RESIDENT SCORES A 36 ON ACT WHEATON–John Andrzejewski, son of Abram and Joline Andrzejewski and a junior at St. Francis High School, has earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. On average, only around one-tenth of one percent of students who take the ACT earn a top score. In the U.S. high school graduating class of 2018, only 3,741 out of more than 1.9 million students who took the ACT earned a composite score of 36 (www.act.org). “John is such a brilliant and unique individual. He is insightful and incredibly intelligent, but he also puts in significant effort and prepares a great deal for his academic undertakings,” said Bridget Buckley, Director of Counseling. “I appreciate his ability to think critically and analytically, along with his ability to relate to peers and adults on a personal level, which helps deepen conversations and discussions. I am so proud of him for not only his 36 composite ACT, but for his other achievements inside and out of the classroom, as well.” Mike Harper, Advanced Placement U.S. Government & Politics teacher, added, “John has a beautiful mind. He sees, thinks and responds differently than most students, than most people! He has a high level of interest in seemingly everything and demands of himself achieving complete understanding. He is never satisfied with what he knows. He always wants to know more.” John participates in activities and is successful outside the classroom too. Currently, he is on the Math Team, the Wrestling Team and is a member of the Men’s Spirituality Group at St. Francis High School. “We are so proud of John for his perfect score on the ACT,” said Raeann Huhn, Principal. “He has worked hard to achieve academic success while still being involved in co-curricular activities at school. His accomplishments demonstrate the possibilities for all students at St. Francis High School to find an academic balance with opportunities beyond the classroom walls. We know John will continue to find success, far beyond his time here with us, and we are excited to see what his future holds.” The ACT consists of tests in English, mathematics, reading and science, each scored on a scale of 1-36. A student’s composite score is the average of the four test scores. The score for ACT’s optional writing test is reported separately and is not included within the ACT composite score. The ACT is a curriculum-based achievement exam that measures what students have learned in school. Students who earn a 36 composite score have likely mastered all of the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in first-year college courses in the core subject areas. ACT scores are accepted by all major four-year colleges and universities across the U.S.

EDUCATION NEWS | St. Francis High School Junior Achieves Perfect ACT Score

COMPTON HILLS RESIDENT SCORES A 36 ON ACT WHEATON–John Andrzejewski, son of Abram and Joline Andrzejewski and a junior at St. Francis...

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15 NAZARETH ACADEMY STUDENTS NAMED TO COMMUNITY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION'S YOUNG COMMUNITY CHANGEMAKERS ROSTER Nazareth Academy Principal Therese Hawkins is proud to announce that 15 juniors and seniors have been chosen for the second annual Young Community Changemakers program (YC2). YC2 is a leadership development program designed to educate and empower local youth to become the next generation of philanthropists and is sponsored by Community Memorial Foundation and The Burjan Family. Thirty students from Nazareth Academy and Lyons Township High School were selected, based on a written application and recommendations and will meet December through April to explore the social challenges in our community, learn about philanthropy, review grant applications, conduct site visits and ultimately award up to $15,000 to nonprofit organizations. “We are so very proud of Nazareth Academy's participation in this program,” said Mrs. Hawkins. “As we reflect on this years school theme - Widening Our Lens...That All May Be One, we know that the experiences our students will have through YC2 will equip them with important skills like empathy, compassion and civic responsibility. Congratulations to the Nazareth Academy and Lyons Township students selected to participate. They are a powerful example of goodness in our world! Our sincere thanks to Community Memorial Foundation and the Burjan Family for providing such an excellent opportunity.” Congratulations to the following Nazareth students, whose interest in, and dedication to, serving the needs of the community are a source of great school pride: Carter Breslow, Clarendon Hills Mary Calabria, Darien Sarah Ereio, Western Springs Paula Martinez, Willow Springs Dot McCarthy, Hinsdale Caitlin McGarry, Western Springs Marty McNamara, Western Springs Daniel Metzger, LaGrange Alex Milos, Woodridge ThienMy Nguyen, Westchester Adriana Pirrello, Darien Maddie Ramaglia, Chicago Emily Sackley, LaGrange Emma Sarin, Westmont Matthew Winters, Clarendon Hills Nazareth Academy, a Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory high school serving families from 55 communities and 115 grade schools in Chicago and the western suburbs, established in 1900 and sponsored by the Congregation of St. Joseph, values scholarship, service, spirit and unity.

EDUCATION NEWS | Next Generation of Philanthropists Named from Hinsdale/Clarendon Hills/Westmont/etc

15 NAZARETH ACADEMY STUDENTS NAMED TO COMMUNITY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION'S YOUNG COMMUNITY CHANGEMAKERS ROSTER Nazareth Academy Principal...

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AREA STUDENT ACCEPTED INTO AURORA POLICE DEPARTMENT'S CADET PROGRAM Fox Valley Career Center's very own Levi VerVynck who just graduated last year, applied and was accepted into the Aurora Police Department Cadet program. He heard about the program in his Criminal Justice class. He was hired over the summer and has been working there while attending Waubonsee Community College. The Aurora Police Department pays full tuition for their Cadets. 
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EDUCATION NEWS | FVCC Law Enforcement Grad Accepted to Aurora Police Dept. Cadet Program

AREA STUDENT ACCEPTED INTO AURORA POLICE DEPARTMENT'S CADET PROGRAM Fox Valley Career Center's very own Levi VerVynck who just graduated...

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