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My frustrations with my previous studies with relation to my undergraduate degree in criminology encouraged me to search for a more practical and empirical way of understanding, explaining and tackling crime. I choose to study crime science essentially due to the practical transferable skills the program offered. Specifically the program offered research skills and technical skill related to software such as SPSS and arc GIS that could make me more employable. The crime science programme allowed me to develop my understanding of statistics and research methods which crucially allowed me to understand others research, my own, while also giving me the skills to conduct my own small piece of research.
(Just to reassure, I must admit that to begin with a was terrified and a complete novice when it came to statistics and research methods. I remember contacting Shane and Ruth for help with statistics and SPSS; but in contrast by the end of the year I was in Kate's office discussing the fact I wanted to do, and still do, a crime science PhD at some point).
The program and staff can really push you and make you think understand some complex concepts and underlying philosophies. The staff are all wonderful, friendly and ever so helpful! They are easy to contact and respond ever so quickly!
Essentially I hoped the research and practical skills would help me secure employment by allowing me to stand out from the crowd and have some technical training that could be useful. I was interviewed for a position just before the summer of 2010 and they were interested because of the practical skills and evidenced technical ability. Shortly after the interview I was offered an analysts position.
My current role as an analyst in a fraud intelligence team. We investigate fraud and have to deal with very sensitive data that is generally not disclosed and protected under the data protection act (1998). Importantly this means I need to analyse large volumes of data, interpret it accurately and make appropriate recommendations. due to the nature of the job it is important to that we accurately interpret our data and make appropriate recommendations..
I have to say that the staff made this one of the most enjoyable, engaging and rewarding experiences of my life. It is challenging but in the end it is worth the hard work.
Chris Davies, MSc Crime Science (2007-09)
1. Why did you choose to study Crime Science at UCL?
After five years as an Intelligence Analyst I decided that it was time to make a career out it. I was looking for something more than just describing crime based upon my own views and experiences and wanted to find other ways of understanding the phenomena. I wanted to share my experiences with like-minded individuals whilst learn from some of the best academics in the Crime Science field. The JDI provided me with both of these opportunities as well as being situated within one of the best universities in the world.
2. What kind of learning experience did you have (in terms of new skills, facilities, staff support, social aspects)?
UCL is an exceptional university in terms of student support, facilities and teaching. Within this, the JDI is a professional but friendly environment where experiences count as much as academic qualifications.
I had an excellent learning experience throughout my two years Crime Science Masters course. I do not hide the fact that it was incredibly hard work juggling a full time job and having to travel down from the midlands each week for lectures but from the administrative staff through to the department director, everyone made me feel welcome and were supportive of me.
No only have I gained a world class degree but the opportunity to meet and network with respected academics and other professionals has been invaluable. I have also made friendships that will last a lifetime.
3. What is your current role and how do you think your study has assisted you?
I am currently a Crime Analyst with a Police Force in the UK (West Mercia Police).
Studying for an MSc Crime Science with UCL has helped me to professionalise my role as a Crime Intelligence Analyst. The course taught me to understand crime but also to think scientifically about it. I learned valuable research methods and new ways to analyse data with much more rigor. The qualification no doubt assisted in gaining a recent secondment to the Home Office's Research and Analysis program.
4. What are your future plans?
I will continue to push the message of Crime Science as a viable method for crime reduction and maybe the future will see me take on a crime or security related Phd. The different methods of policing fascinate me and maybe I will seek a role in a different criminal environment to try out my crime reduction and analysis ideas.
I am very pro-analysis and will continue to support and mentor those interested in learning the techniques of Crime Science.
Emma Rogerson, MSc Crime Science (2008-09)
1. Why did you choose to study Crime Science at UCL?
The decision to study crime science stemmed from my undergraduate degree through crime modules I had partaken in. During this time I developed a keen interest in this domain and wanted to further my skills and breadth of knowledge. The opportunity to learn computer software packages and acquire technical skills within this sphere also attracted me to crime science.
2. What kind of learning experience did you have (in terms of new skills, facilities, staff support, social aspects)?
My leaning experience at the Jill Dando Institute was excellent. I acquired a variation of new skills as I decided to concentrate my MSc in previously unknown areas to myself. For example I selected modules which utilised and focused on analysing crime using computer packages such as SPSS and ArcGIS to name a few.
The facilities and staff support were also excellent. If software needed to be used from home you could remotely log into UCLs network and access it, if you needed reading material there was extensive access to several libraries and finally but certainly not least if you needed help with anything there was always someone in the department who was more than willing to help and support you.
As far as social aspects go I would commemorate anyone who could manage one of these and an MSc I certainly could not. Not having an especially hectic social life during this time though was more than worth it and I would not change a thing.
3. What did you go on to do as a job and how do you feel your Crime Science course aided you in securing this position?
Since completing my study I was actively seeking employment and now work for KPMG as a Forensic Analyst within their Risk and Compliance sector. Although this is not a role which is directly linked to crime science, without it I would have never achieved such an amazing career as I have.
Selecting specific modules which taught me computer software packages such as SPSS and ArcGIS, learning research methods, giving presentations and the sheer challenge of crime science and the problem solving it demands are all factors which aided my success in securing my ideal career.
Other non-specific knowledge attributes I acquired through the MSc which have proven to be vital to my current success are that of time management, which was learnt through having to manage the copious different deadlines that were expected of all students on a monthly basis. Perseverance was another key factor which I learnt throughout my time studying here and has gone on to serve me well whilst searching for a career in the current economy, as I am proof that if you do persevere you will achieve the result you desire.
4. What are your future plans?
The future plan is to carry on working for KPMG and travel the world with them learning as many new skill sets as possible as they offer excellent travel opportunities and training. Hopefully then in a few years I will be in a position to be promoted into a role where I can give other graduates of similar backgrounds the same opportunity and train them and help them pursue their goals.
Shaymoly Mukerhjee, MSc Crime Science (2007-08)
1. Why did you choose to study Crime Science at UCL?
I had just completed an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and was unsure of where to go afterwards. I wanted a job in law enforcement, and the natural progression was to go down the forensic science route, but I didn't want to work in a laboratory. The MSc appealed to me as it amalgamated a variety of subjects (geography, psychology, criminology and statistics to name a few) I found interesting, but still utilised the scientific thinking skills that I had acquired during my undergraduate.
2. What kind of learning experience did you have (in terms of new skills, facilities, staff support, social aspects)?
The MSc is multi-displinary so there's always something in there that a student is good at. I particularly enjoyed the applied research methods course, which is really useful in my current role. The essay writing is probably one of the hardest parts of the course but the skills I've learnt assist me when writing reports for my current job.
Our year group included practitioners who were carrying out the masters part-time, students who had just finished an undergraduate degree, and people taking a career break to study the masters. This meant there was a wide range of skills and different life experiences that everyone could benefit from when completing group tasks. The people that I met from the course are valuable contacts to have in the sector, and also good to meet up with for a night out!
The staff support was incredible. They were really helpful and encouraged you through the whole process.
3. What did you go on to do as a job and how do you feel your Crime Science course aided you in securing this position?
After I finished the masters I secured a job in the Metropolitan Police Service as Performance Analyst in the Performance Information Bureau, with an aim of going on to be an Intelligence Analyst. I'm now an Intelligence Analyst working for Southwark Borough in their Intelligence Unit. The MSc helped in securing my role as an intelligence analyst as in my interview I drew upon the Routine Activity Triangle to explain crime problems.
The courses in the masters that have really made a difference in what I do are Applied Research Methods and Research Methods. It helped me understand how to analyse data, the problems and limitations of different types of data, and how to analyse crime geographically.
4. What are your future plans?
I'd like to stay in the law enforcement arena and build upon the skills that I learnt at JDI. Also, I'd like to enhance the links between JDI and where I currently work, as what we do now, depends on the research completed by the department.
Katie Mannell, MSc Crime Science (2007-2008)
1. Why did you choose to study Crime Science at UCL?
I graduated from UCL with a Psychology degree in 2005 and wasn't really sure what I wanted to do career wise, which is why I started to look into further education. I had always had a strong interest in crime prevention and wanted a job where I could make a difference and when I saw the Crime Science MSc on the UCL website it excited me because it seemed perfectly suited to my interests and a subject completely different to anything I'd seen before. When I did a bit more research I saw that the MSc at the Jill Dando Institute was the only one of it's kind in the country. I explored all the information about the course and the different modules and was fascinated by the idea that crime can be facilitated by environmental factors and that changing certain elements can have a dramatic impact on crime levels. The course appeared to cover a wide variety of topics and I liked the multi-faceted approach that used elements of Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Biology, Philosophy, Geography and many others. I was also attracted by the fact that I already knew UCL is a top university with good facilities in the heart of the capital. I joined the course in September 2007 after completing a year's work experience within a crime prevention setting.
2. What kind of learning experience did you have (in terms of new skills, facilities, staff support, social aspects)?
The Crime Science course was an absolutely amazing experience and one of the best things I have ever done to further my career. For starters, it was a brilliant networking opportunity. Both the tutors and fellow students were fantastic-everyone was really friendly and always willing to go that extra step to offer assistance using their expertise. The course comprised of both full and part-time students, which meant there was a wealth of different backgrounds and experiences to draw upon within the lectures. The staff had a great in depth knowledge of the subject and were always available to answer questions. Sometimes there were guest lecturers who had specialist knowledge in detection methods or the geography of crime, which helped to make a captivating subject even more interesting. The course was great for socialising, as the class size was much smaller than at degree level so we would all go out together and celebrate things such as Christmas and the end of exams. The JDI also held various networking events, which facilitated the social aspect.
In terms of learning, the course was brilliant as it gave me so much knowledge in terms of theories of crime and prevention and I was left always wanting to know more examples of successful techniques. Every lecture was exciting and taught me to think about crime in a different way in terms of the causes and how some simple changes can have a dramatic impact on crime levels. The debates and seminars opened me up to new ideas and perspectives that I'd not previously thought of and I was able to see that there isn't always a right or wrong answer, just different viewpoints. The course also developed my skills in SPSS and statistical techniques that I had learnt in my degree. As I completed the full time course, which was concentrated into a year, it taught me to be more organised and develop my planning skills so that I could complete my coursework by the deadlines and still fit in a part time job to support my studies. I would describe my time on the course as exciting and interesting, albeit intensive – it is definitely for someone with a strong interest in crime and who is passionate about prevention.
3. What did you go on to do as a job and how do you feel your Crime Science course aided you in securing this position?
I have been working as a crime analyst on the Serious Sexual Offences desk in the central intelligence unit of the Metropolitan Police since January 2009. I feel that the Crime Science course has been fundamental in me obtaining this role for two reasons. Firstly, when I began the MSc I had an interest in being a crime analyst but I wasn't sure if it was the right job for me. Then the JDI held a careers event, where somebody from the Met spoke about the job role and it sounded really appealing because unlike other forces, there were different focus desks to work on, which meant you could specialise in an area of interest. It sounded like the perfect opportunity to apply the techniques and theory from the course to real life crime situations to have an impact on crime prevention. Through being on the course, we were given advance warning of when the job was advertised, as they would only review the first 600 applicants.
The other way in which the Crime Science MSc assisted me goes back to the fantastic networking opportunities afforded by the course. I had chosen to do my dissertation on stranger rape, as this was an area I had developed a prevention interest in after working with sex offenders in a previous role. I was having difficulty obtaining data but a fellow student who already worked for the Met put me in touch with the manager of the Serious Sexual Offences desk. I had the data I needed within a week and it reflects how strong the networking prospects are on the course. Following my successful application for the general crime analyst role, I was contacted by the manager of the Serious Sexual Offences desk who informed me they had a vacant position on the desk and would I be interested as they had been impressed by my dissertation proposal, which clearly showed I had a strong interest and knowledge in the subject area. I said yes immediately as it was such a fantastic chance to go straight into a central unit where I could specialise from the outset in an area I had always been passionate about. Now I am in a role that I would never have been in if it wasn't for my Crime Science dissertation and the contacts I met on the course. I absolutely love the job, especially when I get the chance to apply my Crime Science knowledge in the form of recommendations to impact on crime.
4. What are your future plans?
At the moment I am happy to keep developing in my current role as there is so much to learn and every day is different. I am lucky as there are many different jobs within the Met where I could apply my experiences from the MSc, so if I chose to change roles in the future, I would have a wealth of options. I intend to apply my knowledge to do some free lance writing in the area of Crime Science as it is a subject that fascinates me and I would like to continue to learn about the latest developments.
Danielle Reynald, MSc Crime Science (2004-05)
1. Why did you choose to study Crime Science at UCL?
The Crime Science programme at UCL caught my attention because it represented a fresh, unique approach to the study of crime and its prevention using practical, evidence-based methods. After completing a BSc in Psychology, I was in search of a postgraduate programme that would allow me to apply my knowledge of psychology while simultaneously developing my expertise in other new but related disciplines. So the Crime Science programme was especially attractive because of its inter-disciplinary approach—drawing on knowledge from disciplines that included psychology, criminology, geography and forensic s—to develop a holistic view of the crime event and the opportunities that facilitate it.
2. What kind of learning experience did you have (in terms of new skills, facilities, staff support, social aspects)?
The entire teaching staff was always warm, approachable and very supportive, and the facilities that were available to students in general were first class. The varying backgrounds of the students on the course also contributed to the dynamic learning environment, with classes often comprising a mix of professionals and recent graduates. For me, one of the most rewarding aspects of the course was definitely the acquisition of crime analysis skills, including the use of GIS and crime mapping techniques.
3. What did you go on to do as a job and how do you feel your Crime Science course aided you in securing this position?
After completing the MSc in Crime Science, I went on to do a PhD in Criminology at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime & Law Enforcement (NSCR ) in Amsterdam, and I'm now a Researcher and Lecturer at the School of Criminology & Criminal Justice at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. The Crime Science course was an integral aspect of securing both positions, not just as a result of the knowledge-base and skills I acquired on the course, but also because of the contacts I was able to develop in the field of Criminology and Crime Science through my lecturers. I can definitely say that my Crime Science course paved the way for my current career path.
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I feel like I have my dream job right now doing a combination of teaching and research. So my plan for the immediate future is to continue lecturing and sharing my enthusiasm for Crime Science and Environmental Criminology as a whole, and to continue my research in the area of crime prevention.
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NOAA's Office of Education (OEd) has issued a request for applications for projects designed to build the capacity of informal educators (including interpreters and docents) and/or formal educators (pre- or in-service) to use NOAA data and data access tools to help K-12 students and/or the public understand and respond to global change. Successful projects will enhance educators' ability to use the wealth of scientific data, data visualizations, data access technologies, information products, and other assets available through NOAA (plus additional sources, if desired) to engage K-12 students and/or other members of the public in a minimum of two U.S. states or territories.
This funding opportunity identifies two priority categories of eligible applicants, both of equal importance. Eligible applicants for Priority 1 are collaborative teams of two or more U.S. institutions. Eligible applicants for Priority 2 are collaborative teams of two or more non-profit U.S. aquariums, of which at least one must be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Collaborative applicant teams in both Priority 1 and Priority 2 are strongly encouraged to include at least one applicant that has not previously received a grant from NOAA's Environmental Literacy Grants program. Proposed projects in each priority must be between two and five years in duration and have combined federal requests of $500,000 – $1,000,000 for all years of the project.
The deadline for applications to this funding opportunity is 11:59:59 pm EST on March 12, 2013. Applications must be submitted online via www.grants.gov. It is anticipated that awards under this announcement will be made by September 30, 2013 and that the projects funded under this announcement will have a start date no earlier than October 1, 2013.
*Informational Webinar*
Two informational webinars with the program officers will occur on February 5, 2013 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm EST and February 6, 2013, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm EST. By noon EST on February 1, 2013, interested applicants should register by contacting firstname.lastname@example.com and including in the Subject line of the email: "Register for Educator Capacity Building FFO Webinar" and providing the interested party's name, institution, telephone number, email address and preferred webinar date in the body of the email. You will receive an email response from email@example.com with the log-in information and date for the webinar. Whenever possible, individuals from the same institution should try to join the webinar from the same computer/phone line.
*Additional Information*
To read the full funding announcement, visit www.grants.gov.


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Consistency was order of the day as OFA Girls Swimming and Volleyball teams recorded NAC victories at adjacent home venues.
The 7-2 swimmers bested Malone 103-63 while the volleyball (10-4, 6-2 NAC) squad gained a 3-0 win over Canton (3-5, 5-8).
In girls soccer action, the Lady Devils (2-11 NAC Central) were unable to match up with the passing and execution of Massena (7-5-0) which continued its surge from a slow start to post a 4-0 victory at Kennedy School.
The Lady Devils took control by recording consecutive 1-2 finishes in 200 individual medley (Julia Mullin, Megan Mills), 50 freestyle (Susie Morrow, Chelsea Montroy) and 100 butterfly (Natalie Perrigo, Julia Mullin).
The Devils, who won 9-11 races, also logged 1-2s from Madi Bresett and Claire Dufore in the 500 freestyle and Hayley Snodgrass and Elizabeth Sovie in the 100 backstroke.
Things are really starting to come together. Susie Morrow and Chelsea Montroy posted a fast 1-2 in the 50 and Haley Snodgrass got her first varsity win with a personal best time in the backstroke, said OFA Coach Ben Fleahman.
Natalie Perrigo took second in a great breaststroke race but she really swam a fast time.
Morrow also led the 100 freestyle and swam on the 200 and 400 freestyle relays. Montroy, Mullin and Hunter Shaver rounded out the 200 freestyle relay team and Montroy, Mullin and Megan Mills rounded put the 400 freestyle relay.
Perrigo, Shaver, Bresett and Mills led the 200 medley relay. Rita Mills in the 200 freestyle and Kenzi Wilsoin in the breaststroke accounted for the Malone wins.
The OFA modified team also continued a fine season posting 72-68 win which was secured in a 1-2 by Peyton LaRock and Madison Wescott in the final individual race of the day, the 50 breaststroke.
Other first place finishes for Coach John Tebos team came from: Maria Pelusi (50 fs), Emily Streeter (100 im) and Tessa Richardson (50 backstroke) and the 200 medley relay team of Richardson, LaRock, Pelusi and Streeter. Individual seconds came from Streeter (50 fly) and Keeley Grizzuto (50 back).
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We served well with a lot of heat on the ball and this was one of those matches where everyone did exactly what they were supposed to do. Before the game we talked about the people who had been affected by breast cancer and the people the girls were praying for, said OFA Coach Sue McLean after the Devils annual Serve the Cure match. But Canton is a good defensive team and they wouldnt go away.
The well rounded effort, which controlled crunch time in a 25-17, 25-18, 25-19 sweep, featured: 15 points, five aces, 11 kills, one block and one dig from Taylor Fisher; seven kills, four digs, two points and one assist from Sky Hoover; 10 points, five aces, seven assists, four kills and one dig by Emma Hart and nine points, four aces, two kills and one dig from Adrianna Compo.
Rounding out the effort were: Taylor Fisher (5 points, 4 assists, 4 kill, 1 dig), Grace Mashaw (3 points, 2 digs) and Paige Perry (2 points, 2 aces, 1 kill). Leading Canton were: Beth Pearson (2 kills; 3 points, 7 aces), Rachel Sanderson (4 digs, 6 points, 1 ace) and Emma Warner (2 kills, 2 assists)
The OFA JVs completed an undefeated season with a 25-13, 25-20, 25-5 win over Canton led by Ginny Weir who served nine straight points in the first game, Marissa Foster who served for five straight points in the second game and Bobbie Seguin who served 16 straight points in the third game.
The team played very well as a team all season, said OFA Coach Jon Cole.
The girls did not lose a game all season except one to Canton in a play day. It was really a fine season.
Ginny Weir, Amber Eaton, Victoria Baker and Bobbie Seguin led the serving and assist leadership came from setters Ruthanne Middlemiss, Livia Shaver and Breanna Hacia who also took honors in digs. Lead hitters by points were: Shelby Adams, Kelsi Donaldson, Marissa Foster and Alyssa LaComb-Brown.
A well coordinated defensive effort and solid goaltending by Jordan Marcellus (14 saves) held off a crisp-passing Massena team until the 32nd minute when Emily Wilmshurst chipped a deflected corner kick through a maze of players into the right corner of the net.
The Raiders upped the margin to 2-0 six minutes later when Carlie Leary scored from the right flank off a lead pass from Serena Hall.
Hall converted a rebound opportunity and Abby LaClair netted a corner kick in the second half as Bailey Young completed a two-save shutout. Her two saves came early in the second half when she made a diving stop on a shot by Alicia Shaver and the blocked a rebound redirection by Riley Luckie.
We played well a times today but you really need a complete game playing against the competition we face in this division, said OFA Coach Al Rishe Jr. who honored seniors Brooke Badlam and Kayla Tolman before the game.
We have worked on it but on offense we just havent been able to get enough strong crosses.
Massena 3 - OFA JVs 1: Massena scored two of their goals in a scramble and midfielder Kelsey Pinkerton scored OFAs goal with six minutes to play off of a perfectly placed cross by right wing Kiera Johnson. Alicia Garcia played aggressively today and had 21 saves in net, said OFA Coach Renee Tebo.
Sarah Bracy, Natalie McCormick and Kiera Johnson played well on offense. Ali Moore, Ashley Barr and Natalie Ryan hustled in the midfield. Lexi Kennedy did a nice job stepping in to cover at stopper and Jill Lincoln, Abby Marshall and Jadienne Averill played well at defense.
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Despite graduate student Daniel Walsh's 69 (-3), Appalachian State University dropped two spots to seventh where it tied with Northeastern State after the final round of the Bash at the Beach on Tuesday at The Surf Golf and Beach Club.
Walsh's 3-under paced the Mountaineers, as the team recorded a final round 291, which was their second-lowest score of the three-day tournament. Walsh's final round clinched a fourth-place finish the lowest score for the Apps with a 70-72-68=210 (-3).
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By LES BOWENSun Advocate reporter
Carbon County residents can anticipate an increase to sewer and water bills beginning on Jan. 1, 2007.
The Price River Water Improvement District's board of directors passed a proposed rate increase on Tuesday with a 4-1 vote.
The increase will affect all customers who use PRWID services, including residents of Helper, Price and Wellington as well as a large portion of western Carbon County.
The Nov. 14 decision to raise rates came after a public hearing conducted earlier in the evening.
As the rate increase was supported by a majority of the board, Karl Houskeeper cast the single vote against the proposal.
For more than three months, the board has been discussing a possible rate increase after financial advisers reported that the district was not meeting bond obligations and needed to generate revenues to cover the debts.
"We have been slowly whittling away at our [operations and maintenance] budget so we can make the bond payments," said Jeff Richens, PRWID's assistant district manager, as he introduced the proposed increase prior to the public hearing. "We don't have the funds to meet our [operations and maintenance] costs and make our bond payments."
As PRWID has been tightening the water improvement district's belt in order to make debt service payments, costs of materials and fuel have skyrocketed, in many cases by double or more.
Meanwhile, insurance and labor costs have continued to rise.
Many of the outside influences are the same as what customers are experiencing, noted board member Keith Cox.
While the district has cut operational and other budgets in past years in order to delay a rate increase, eventually, the cost increases would need to be passed on to customers.
District manager Phil Palmer said the board and staff had requested recommendations from the district's financial advisers.
The figures had come in significantly higher than proposed.
Recommendations from financial advisers had suggested an increase which would have generated revenue to cover the district's bond requirements in one year.
The board had decreased the figures presented by advisers and opted to meet bond obligations within four years.
However, the reduced figures still seemed too high to some at the public hearing.
"What you're asking for is a double increase," said Newton Dorrett, who lives in an unincorporated area of the county.
Customers like Dorrett will be hit by both water and sewer rate increase, whereas residents in Price and Helper will only see increases to sewer rates.
A flat $1.50 will be added to sewer rates in the water district. In unincorporated areas, customers can expect the increase on their first bill after the new year.
For sewer connections within the cities, the district bills each city directly.
Each city council will need to review the increase from PRWID and determine how to apply the increased rates to customers.
Rates on water are variable based on how much a water user uses.
For retail customers, the base rate, which includes up to 6,000 gallons of water, will increase from $20.84 to $23.
Rates for wholesale customers like Spring Glen Water Company or Wellington residents will increase from $17.37 to $19.50.
Similar to the increase in sewer rates, Wellington's city council will need to determine how to apply the increase to its users.
Price and Helper, both of which operate independent water systems, are not affected by the PRWID rate increase.
Beyond the base rate, users will see an increase in overages beyond the first 6,000.
Under the previous rate structure, users were charged $1.16 per thousand gallons from 7,000 gallons to 40,000; $1.45 from 41,000 to 100,000 gallons; and $1.56 for 100,000 gallons and above.
The new rate structure creates a fourth tier for overages.
From 7,000 to 30,000 gallons, water will be billed at $1.50 per thousand gallons; from 31,000 to 60,000, $2.00; from 61,000 to 100,000, $2.50; and more than 100,000, $3.00.
Board members estimated that the average household in Carbon County uses 16,000 gallons of culinary water per month. Under the previous rate structure, that would have cost $32.44. For the same 16,000 gallons, users will pay $38.
Dorrett said he thought the water improvement district was being mismanaged, and said management should be removed if they can't do their job.
Dorrett's neighbor, William Witte, pointed out that while the costs of fuel, water, electricity and other utilities is increasing, his wages are not.
Witte encouraged the board to "tighten their corporate belt a little."
Concerns over mismanagement extended to others at the public hearing.
"The only time I see something like this is when something is completely wrong," said Elias Perez, who lives in Gordon Creek.
Perez suggested that the district pursue more grants to pay for increasing costs and to pay for necessary upgrades.
However, board member Richard Tatton pointed out that many of the funding resources available to the district offer grants in conjunction with loans. So as the district pursues more grants, it is also likely to incur more debt.
The water improvement district board also heard opposition to the increase from waste water hauler companies.
Jessie McCourt, who operates a hauler company in Carbon County, said that the rates were high when compared with other water districts in the state.
As part of the increase, the PRWID board approved rates which doubled all hauler rates, including septic tanks, gray water, produced groundwater and portable toilets.
Hauler rates have not been increased since 1994. During the same period, sewer rates have nearly doubled.
Board member Mike Dalpiaz said that raising hauler rates was nothing more than bringing rates up to par with everyone else.
However, Darren Curtiss, who operated another hauler company, told board members that the new prices will force companies like his to increase rates.
As a result, hauler companies in Carbon County will out price themselves, said Curtiss.
"The rate increase seems to be really picking on us and septic tank users," commented Curtiss.
Curtiss said septic tank customers will be more likely to call other companies and get the same service at a lower rate.
The result will not be increased revenues for the district because local companies will be bringing in fewer loads and out of area companies will be dumping elsewhere.
Another concern raised by Curtiss and McCourt is that the dumping facilities are not completely adequate for rinsing trucks, and asked that the district improve those facilities.
Others were more amenable to a rate increase but questioned the structure of rates.
"We understand the need for a rate increase," said county resident Steven Rigby.
Rates increased by a steeper percentage for high water users, Rigby pointed out, noting that the cost per gallon for water users consuming more than 100,000 gallons or more nearly doubled.
Steeper rates, however, are a part of the district's conservation plan. In order to qualify for certain funding resources, the district needs to have a plan in place to promote water conservation.
Board members acknowledged that encouraging conservation may cut into the profits. The high volumes of water cost no more per gallon to deliver, but the district encourages users to conserve by charging high users at a steeper rate.
"If you use more water, you need to pay for it," said Dalpiaz. "We put a lot of thought into this. I think the big users need to pay more."
High water users also tend to be businesses and can budget for high water consumption. With larger customers paying more, rate increases to smaller users, mostly home owners and small businesses, were affected less.
"We tried to keep rates low for small families with fixed income," said board member Tom Matthews.
However, not all members of the public were opposed.
Brett Richardson, a Helper resident who works for the water district, asked why the board wasn't increasing rates more.
Richardson said managers within the water improvement district were operating on tighter and tighter budgets as PRWID reduced its operating cost.
As a result, the needed system upgrades and maintenance were getting delayed.
Within five years, the water improvement district will need to upgrade many portions of its system and many pieces of equipment currently in operation are obsolete.
The struggle between meeting the district's needs and keeping user fees low has been one of the overriding factors that has kept the PRWID board from raising rates.
"We're doing the best we can with the funds we have," said Cox, who also pointed out that if the district funded all of the needed upgrades, the increase would be substantially more than what was proposed.
Dalpiaz explained that as costs continue to escalate and as water and sewer systems require service, the district may be forced to revisit the rate issue.
"I wouldn't be surprised if we need to do this again next year," said. Dalpiaz "The district is in financial trouble."


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Palermo offers trendy shopping and eclectic restaurants for the new-age traveller, as does La Boca barrio with its interesting architecture and trendy markets. Hit San Telmo's Plaza Dorrego for antique markets and (in what seems like something of a contradiction in term) casual tango dancing.
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10. Hollywood in Cambodia No-one knows where the name came from, but that doesn't matter. Famous and budding street artists show-off their style in this underground circuit.
5. Museo Casa de Ricardo Rojas A bit of a mouthful so try not to say it to anyone if you're not sure! A giant courtyard surrounded by incredible architecture.
9. Zaveleta Lab This gallery shows the edge of the city's art scene. Sip a glass of wine and say, 'yes, yes' if you don't understand it.
4. El Albasto Part of the real tour of Buenos Aires, meet people other than tourists and get some good shopping done.
8. Palacio Barolo A building in tribute to Dante's Divine Comedy. So, yeah, it's pretty weird. The upper floors provide some of the best views of the city.
3. Parque Temalken Not just any old zoo. This is where all the finest, sweetest animals are on display. Little pygmy hippos and white tigers. Aww!
7. Circo del Aire An amazing circus troupe that stage outdoor shows as well as running workshops to teach acrobatics to children and adults. Hunt around San Telmo to catch them.
2. Cementerio de la Recoleta It may sound morbid, but this cemetery is fascinating and beautiful. Check out some tombstones of the rich and the famous, including Argentina's most loved (and hated) woman, Eva 'Evita' Peron.
6. Pasaje de la Defensa Originally built back in 1880 this old conventillo is scattered with antique shops and nice outdoor hideouts to waste some time in.
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- Casa Rosada – The "Pink House" is where the executive branch of the government is housed.
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- Plaza de Mayo – Considered the political centre of Argentina and home to the famous balcony of the Casa Rosado, where Evita Peron gave many speeches.
- Avenida de Mayo – This long avenue crosses many well-known and historical areas of the city.
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- Complejo Tango – A great place to go for a tango performance or a lesson.
- Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires – An art museum and cultural centre that promotes modern Latin artists.
- Museo Evita – Housed in a great mansion, this museum pays tribute to Evita Peron.
- Calle Florida – A great area of town where you can enjoy the early 20th-century architecture as you stroll down this mile-long walking mall.
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- Feria de Mataderos – The place to go for wonderful handmade products while enjoying the street entertainment and local food.
- Maria Vazquez – One of the most famous designers from Argentina with amazing women's fashions.
- Winery – One of Argentina's high-class chain stores that offers a wonderful variety of local wines.
- 925 Galeria – This store in Buenos Aires specializes in unique pieces of silver jewellery.
Buenos Aires Gay & Lesbian
- Bach Bar – A nightclub with live shows on Wednesday and Thursday, music on Friday and Saturday and karaoke on Sunday.
- Human Club – Located by the river and hosts a party every Saturday.
- Amerik – Known as the wildest, biggest disco in Buenos Aires.
- Sitges – The biggest bar in the city, with a 20s and 30s crowd.
- Kim y Novak – In what used to be the trans red light area, this bar brings in a large mixed crowd.
Buenos Aires Outdoor
- Paseo del Rosedal – A beautiful park area in the centre of Buenos Aires, this is the perfect spot to take a walk.
- Jardin Japanese Garden – A peaceful Zen garden that includes a typical teahouse, an arched bridge and ponds.
- Palermo Viejo – A place where many go for picnics, nature strolls and evening walks.
- Reserva Ecologica – An ecological reserve with beautiful nature and wildlife.
- Jardin Botanico – A storybook garden with winding pathways, rippling brooks and lovely flowers.
Buenos Aires Sport
- For wonderful horseback riding in a beautiful Forest Reserve, try out Caballos A La Par.
- Whether you just want to watch or play a game of soccer, the Buenos Aires Futbol Amigos is the place to go.
- For everything from soccer to boating, visit the Parque Tres de Febrero.
- Buenos Aires offers great golf courses, including the Olivos Golf Club and Lagos de Palermo Golf Club.
- For a fun city tour on bike, try out the Bicitours.
Buenos Aires Local
Downtown is the city centre and the obvious place to start exploring the city. Here you'll find Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada and Manzana de las Luces.
Florida Streetis great for shopping, but not so great if you don't want to be surrounded by tourists. You can spend a lot of money here, but don't expect to soak up much Argentinean culture in the process.
San Telmo, with its cobbled streets, winding lanes and traditional architecture, brings to mind the south of Spain. At night, though, its influences are altogether more worldly as its often-unconventional, highly charged and sexy nightlife gets into gear.
Visit the famous Russian Orthodox Church and Lezama Park, or browse the San Telmo Antiques Fair,where you won't struggle to find a quick Tangoperformance happening on the street. Sigh.
This is where you want to be for great bars, restaurants and clubs. It's a very pretty district so take some time to wander around, take in the colours and find the hidden boutiques. There are several sub-districts to explore such as Palermo-Viejo, Palermo-SoHo and Palermo-Hollywood.
Time to spruce up, because this is the ritzy end of town and location of the famous Recoleta Cemetery and the Rio de la Plata. To get a sneaky but fabulous view of this district and surroundings, walk into the Hotel Etoile, take the lift to floor 14 and enjoy the views! If anyone asks what you're doing up there, a simple 'estoy perdido' ('I'm lost') should suffice.
Buenos Aires Eat & Drink
Buenos Aires has a number of high-quality restaurants – and not all of them are dedicated to steak! For the best time, leave your dining until late. The locals often don't even start getting ready to go out before midnight.
Buenos Aires Events
Mi Buenos Aires Querible comes around annually in July. The festival spreads across all 48 districts of the city and celebrates the significance of 500 places of significance across BA.
July also brings the International Rural Festival,where the finest bovine beauties are paraded for all to judge. Along with this comes horse-jumping and other events, as well as food and wine (of course!).
Museum Night takes place in November. 100 public and private viewing spaces open their doors at nighttime.
December celebrates the Buen Dia Festival with unique stalls, quirky markets and live bands. The perfect picnic opportunity.
Get your Royal on for the Argentinian Polo Tournament, held on weekends from November to April.
Ex-pats unite year-round in Buenos Aires and its surroundings. Through the wonders of Facebook, people organise ex-pat events such as flash-mobs (like the very first, in 2006, which saw the 'World's Biggest Pillow Fight' take place in BA). Check around for details on what's coming up!
When To Go
- The weather can be unpredictable, with seemingly random cold moments and rainfall. Buenos Aires is at its wettest during January, February and March.
- Winter (June to August) – 7-15°C (45-59°F)
- Spring (September to October) – 10-23°C (50-73°F)
- Summer (November to March) – 16-30°C (61-86°F)
- Fall (April to May) – 10-23°C (50-73°F)
What To Miss
Driving!The roads are seemingly out of control at times, so it's safest to catch a taxi – at least they should know what they're doing!
Buenos Aires can be expensive. If you're looking to spoil yourself, then by all means rent the most dapper room in the city, but if you're travelling on a budget, be sure to shop around. There are some cheap places to stay if you look for them.
Caballito district has some lovely shops and beautiful parks and is definitely worth a day trip. But don't wander off alone as there are a number of unsafe areas in this district.
Getting Around
Subte (the Buenos Aires Metro) can get pretty stuffy and crowded during peak hour, but it's easy to use and will get you almost everywhere you need to go. For around US$1.10 a trip, it's well priced, or you can purchase a multiple trip card to avoid constantly queuing for tickets.
The bus system can be a little confusing, so invest in a bus guide (Guia T). At around US$1.25 per trip, it's another cheap way of getting around.
The traffic in BA is somewhat insane, so riding your bike is probably not the safest option. However, you can join a bike tour to show you around the city and some of these companies will loan out their bikes for individual use.
Buenos Aires information on Wikipedia
Buenos Aires Information
A dynamic populace and rich cultural heritage coalesce to make Buenos Aires a delightful city. Like the tango, the capital of Argentina is intense and dramatic. But like the passionate throngs at a Boca Juniors football game, the city is explosive and festive.
What marks Buenos Aires as special however, is the promise of a total experience. At 13 million people, the metropolitan fusion of Europe, South America and Latin America, with waves of recent immigration from Asia, caters to a vast array of caprices. The result is a cosmopolitan and sexy city, all in one funky package.
Attractions & Events
The Catedral Metropolitana is the crown jewel of Buenos Aires. Adjacent to the famous Plaza de Mayo, the cathedral has undergone several renovations since the 16th century. The structure now evokes a Neoclassical and Baroque aesthetic, with a grand interior that contains several important monuments and works of art.
Avenida de Mayo is a veritable tribute to the Gran Via of Madrid. With sites around every corner, the street is the quintessential tourist walk of Buenos Aires. From the colonial era Cabildo government house to the Palacio Barolo, Chile Hotel and Rodin's Thinker at Congress Plaza, Avenida de Mayo has a number of superb photo ops and enough adorable caffé bars to keep you busy for one entire afternoon.
A collection of 48 barrios, Buenos Aires is far from one homogenous city. Within the Puerto Madero district is Corrientes Avenue, a main artery that ranks as one of the best in the world. The "Street That Never Sleeps" offers a plethora of welcome distractions over a span of 69 blocks. From the landmark Obelisk of Buenos Aires to elegant cafés, bookstores, theatres and shops, Corrientes is a prime area of the city.
The barrio of La Boca was the traditional haunt for immigrants from Genoa, hearty contributors to the development of Buenos Aires over the years. The area preserves a strong European air even today and offers some of the most remarkable architecture in the city. The pedestrian street of Caminito is a popular spot, with tango performances and myriad traces of master painter Benito Quinquela Martín, a La Boca native.
The fervent passion for football on the continent of South America is legendary. Perhaps the best manifestation of this excessive zeal is a match between Boca Juniors and River Plate. The two Buenos Aires clubs form a rivalry unlike any in the world. If tickets to the epic confrontation become available, do not waver. Otherwise, a regular Boca match at the famous La Bombonera, or Chocolate Bowl stadium, will suffice.
The Teatro Colón is one of the premier concert halls in the world. The phenomenal opera house is a dream destination for performers around the world, who seldom play here before less than capacity crowds.
While the barrios of San Telmo and Recoleta come alive with popular annual festivals that celebrate traditional culture in Argentina, the Feria de Mataderos is the most authentic. With weekly events that run from April to December, the fair is a showcase of gaucho culture and folklore, with live music, crafts and food vendors.
Buenos Aires has a humid subtropical climate, with sporadic cold snaps in the winter. The months of January, February and March receive the most rainfall, with about 120 mm on average.
- Winter (June to August) 7.5-15°C
- Spring (September to October) 10-22.5°C
- Summer (November to March) 16-30°C
- Fall (April to May) 10-23°C
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I recently checked out the exhibition Silver and Water here at George Eastman House. Wow! Have you been in to see it yet? The moment I stepped into the gallery and saw the print on the floor submerged in water I was already planning my next visit. It's wild to think that when I return next month I will be looking at an entirely different image as the print degrades.
Once I tore myself away from the image on the floor I walked around the gallery admiring the gelatin silver prints on the wall. It was surprising to me, to see these photos framed and lit so perfectly. You see, I have seen prints like these before — I helped make one.
A couple of years ago Metabolic Studio drove the Liminal Camera to Visual Studies Workshop (VSW) and offered their MFA students, myself included, the opportunity to ride around in the camera and make a photograph.
I remember the moment I spun around in the light-tight darkroom door and entered the back of the camera (a shipping container) I instantly smelled the fixer and flashbacked to high school photography. The walls within the camera were lined with the tools of the trade. Light safe headlights, plastic tongs, timers, rubber gloves… it was all there.
Metabolic Studio picked us up from VSW and we drove to the former First National Bank of Rochester. [WATCH] The ride to the bank was personally my favorite part. It was such a surreal experience to watch the world in front of me pass me by upside down. I also lost all sense of time inside the camera. It was funny, the Liminal Camera had to make a few maneuvering attempts to exit the VSW parking lot. The entire time they were backing up and turning around, I could have sworn we must have driven miles already, but really we hadn't even left the parking lot yet!
Once we parked at our destination we then prepped to take a photograph. As a class, we worked together to first make a test-strip, then a negative, and then the final print. The final print is now part of the permanent collections at VSW.
If you haven't been in to see Silver and Water yet I highly recommend it. If you've already been, go back and let me know how that print in the water is doing!
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Telugu actor Meka Srikanth, known for working in successful family entertainers such as "Pelli Sandadi" and "Vinodam", feels such films are not made any more in the industry and that he misses featuring in them.
"We don't make family entertainers like directors E.V.V. Satyanarayana and S.V. Krishna Reddy made many years ago. In fact, I feel we have stopped producing good family entertainers and are only focussing on churning out commercial films," Srikanth told IANS.
Srikanth worked in clean family entertainers with Satyanarayana and Krishna Reddy in films like "Taali" and "Ooyala", respectively.
"I badly want to do such family films again. These films also have commercial elements such as comedy, romance and drama, but are backed by a clean presentation. These are the kind of films we need make again from a modern-day perspective," he said.
Will family entertainers work in 2014?
"There is no tested-and-proven trend in films to follow. Nobody can predict the outcome of a film, but one thing that I'm certain of is that audience is always hungry for good films. I feel it's the right time to make a family film because nobody has made one in a long time," he added.
He is currently awaiting the release of Telugu films "Malligadu Marriage Bureau", "Veta" and "Mondodu".
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Archived Guidance
- ISBE Non-Regulatory Guidance Page
- Guidance - Self-Administration and Self-Carry of Medications for Asthma and Allergy (PA 98-0795)(4/15)
- Guidance - Exception to the 1% Cap for Alternate Assessment (March 2015)
- Guidance: School Enrollment and Placement Guidelines for Children and Youth in DCFS Care (January 2014)
- Guidance: IDEA Proportionate Share Services for Parentally Placed Nonpublic Students with Disabilities(April 2013)
- Guidance on Documenting Common Core State Standards on the Individualized Education Program(April 2013)
- Guidance: Diabetes Awareness Day (PA 97-0819)(February 2013)
- Guidance: Safety Education: Training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) for Students in Grades 6-8 (PA 97-714) (February 2013)
- Guidance: Service Animals: Miniature (PA 97-0956) (February 2013)
- Guidance: Public Act 97-0495: Transfer of Students to Regional Safe School and Alternative Learning Opportunity Programs (August 2012)
- Guidance: Initial Evaluations for Special Education and Related Services for Children Ages Three through Five (March 2012)
- ISBE Guidance 10-2 Relating to Transitioning from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Special Education Services when Children Turn Three (#10-2) (October 2010)
- ISBE Guidance Relating to Changes to Special Education Cooperative Articles of Agreement Required by PA 96-0769 and PA 96-0783 (#10-1) (Updated April 2015)
- Guidance: Illinois Special Education Eligibility and Entitlement Procedures and Criteria within a Response to Intervention (RtI) Framework (January 2010)
- Development of IEPS For Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders (#08-1) (Implementation of Public Act 095-0257) (July 2008)
- Guidance on Special Education Class Size for 2009-2010 and Beyond (23 Illinois Administrative Code 226.730(b) and (c)) (September 2001)
- Guidance: Recommended Guidelines for Medication Administration in Schools (September 2000)
- Court and Agency Placements Guidance for School Districts
The recent passage of Public Acts 95-0844, effective August 15, 2008, and 95-0938, effective August 29, 2008, clarifies responsibility for payment of educational services provided to students placed in residential facilities. This guidance is intended to assist districts in determining responsibility for payment under the funding structure established by these Acts and provide preliminary information relative to implementation of the reimbursement requirements established by this legislation.
- Additional Clarification Regarding Proportionate Share Obligations (#08-2)
September 2008, the State Board of Education sent a memo to local district superintendents and local directors of special education providing clarification on issues related to the non-public proportionate share obligation.
- Special
Education Non-Public Proportionate Share Calculation
and Home-Schooled Students (#06-3).
In April 2006, the State Board of Education sent a memo to local district superintendents and local directors of special education providing information on issues related to the non-public proportionate share calculation.
- Guidance
on Special Education Support for Parentally-Placed Private
School Students for the 2006-07 School Year (#06-2).
The following memorandum will serve as further supplementation of ISBE's Guidance Memorandum #05-7, issued August 11, 2005, as well as this agency's supplemental guidance on private school students with disabilities, issued on April 21, 2006.
- Students
with Disabilities in Regional Safe School Programs -
April 21, 2006.
This memorandum updates a November 8, 2001 memorandum on the placement of, and provision of services to, students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in Regional Safe Schools Programs (RSSPs)
- Private Residential Placement Form and Timelines
November 2, 2005
105 ILCS 5/14-7.02 addresses the issue of children attending private schools, public out-of-state schools, public school residential facilities or private special education facilities.
- Supplemental
Guidance Information to Memorandum #05-7 (August
11, 2005) Regarding the Non-public Proportionate Share
- Guidance for Compliance with P.A. 94-0376 (SB 87) - August 12, 2005
"The recent enactment of P.A. 94-0376 resulted in changes to 105 ILCS/14-8.02(b) of the School Code regarding IEP development for students with hearing impairments or vision impairments.
- Interim Guidance for Special Education Services for Parentally Placed Private School Children with Disabilities - August 11, 2005
The new Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) made some significant changes to requirements for the provision of special education and related services to parentally placed private school children with disabilities.
- Statewide
Discretionary Projects- August 9, 2005
The purpose of this memorandum is to clarify information about statewide discretionary projects, and to encourage the purchase of services from our discretionary projects.
- Extended
School Year Services for Students with Disabilities
- July 26, 2005
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a reminder regarding the legal requirements related to the provision of extended school year (ESY) services for students with disabilities.
- Extended School Year for Students with Disabilities - November 20, 2001
- Interim Changes to Due
Process and Disciplinary Procedures under IDEA 2004
- July 12, 2005
The New Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) contains an array of significant changes to Due Process and Discipline of students with disabilities.
- Obligations of States and Local Education Agencies to Parentally-Placed
Private School Children with Disabilities - OSEP 05-09
- June 27, 2005
The focus of this memorandum is to provide guidance to States and LEAS in complying with the following requirements in 20 U.S.C. 1412(a)(10) of IDEA 2004.
Department of Education's proposed regulations for the Individuals
with Disabilities Education Improvement Act
These were published on June 21, 2005 and will be available for public comment to the US Department of Education through September 6, 2005.
- Guidance:
Services and Placement Determination for Students Who Are
Deaf or Hard of Hearing - June 10, 2005
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide guidance regarding the services and placement of students we are deaf and hard of hearing.
- Documentation
of Services for Students Identified As Having Vision Impairments
or Hearing Impairments - June 10, 2005
This communication is intended to provide clarification and consistency regarding the document of services for students identified as having vision impairments or hearing impairments.
- Reimbursement to School
Districts for Co-teaching Personnel - February 16, 2005
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide clarification regarding reimbursement to school districts for special education certified and non-certified personnel involved in the instruction of both general education and special education students.
- Applicability of Title I Requirements Relating to the Qualifications of
Paraprofessionals under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 - December 30, 2004
This memorandum is intended to clarify the application of the requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) to paraprofessionals.
- Compliance with State and Federal Regulations Regarding Psychological
Counseling and Mental Health Services - March 18,
This purpose of this memorandum is to provide guidance to school districts to ensure that children with behavioral or emotional disabilities (ED) are receiving all of the related services that they need, including psychological counseling services, as part of a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
- Guidance:
Appropriate Procedures for Determining Placement in the Least
Restrictive Environment and Identifying and Providing Appropriate
Special Education and Related Services - April 10,
During the weeks of October 15, 2001, and April 22, 2002, the US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) conducted a monitoring review in Illinois for the purposes of assessing compliance in the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and assisting the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) in developing strategies to improve results for children with disabilities.
- Students
with Disabilities in Regional Safe Schools Programs
- November 8, 2001
This memorandum is sent to clarify the responsibilities of school districts and special education cooperatives in providing services to students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) enrolled in the Regional Safe Schools Program (RSSP) and in meeting relevant reporting requirements.


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