School District 204: April 2007 Archives

A former Neuqua Valley High School teacher was found guilty on Friday in connection with an incident in which she was caught on tape slapping a student.

Akela Dillon, 26, of Lisle, was convicted of battery and sentenced to 12 months probation.

The school board is considering changing the wording of a policy that gives principals the discretion to decide whether a school will allow kids to take part in Halloween celebrations during the school day. One thing is clear: board members are finally understanding that a great number of parents care very much about this issue.