The Nettelhorst LSC (Local School Council) has quite a task as they prepare to select a principal to replace Dr. Susan Kurland, who retires in May. Fourteen candidates toured the school for several hours on Monday, March 26th and Tuesday, March 27th. In the evening, they spoke to an audience of parents, LSC members, staff, community members, and several students. Each applicant had ten minutes to present their qualifications. Based on input from the audience, the LSC will narrow down the list and begin interviews.

Following Dr. Kurland will be a challenge. In the eight years she has served as Nettelhorst principal, the school has gone from sorely under-utilized to become the pride of East Lakeview and a role model for public schools in Chicago.

If Nettelhorst students appear especially well accessorized this season, it could be due to the fabulous, fun handcrafted accessories created by four local designers — just for Nettelhorst — as part of the Think Free Cooperative.Students have been sporting items like arm warmers, leg warmers, scarves, hats, purses, and patches - all in the school colors of navy and white and bearing the Nettelhorst name. (more…)

On March 8, 2007 Governor Blagojevich visited the Nettelhorst School and announced a new education plan at a press conference held in one of the classrooms. CPS Superintendent Anne Duncan and Chicago Teacher’s Union President Marilyn Stewart also took part.

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