🌱 Patch AM: How does Woodridge 68 pay compare to Illinois’ biggest districts?

Good day Woodridge! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How does Woodridge 68 pay compare to Illinois' biggest districts?

Also on today's calendar: Hot Ghoul Summer Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Not as warm; a p.m. shower, with a high of 75 and low of 54 degrees.
• Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 73, low: 67.
• Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 81 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Average administrator salary was 109.7% higher than teacher salary in Henry Senachwine Community Unit School District 5 in 2024-25 (peoriastandard.com subscription) — New state data show Henry Senachwine schools paying administrators more than double teacher salaries, and also list Woodridge School District 68 with average administrator pay of about $175,000 and teacher pay near $89,000. The report highlights how salaries and teacher vacancies are trending statewide, giving Woodridge families and staff a benchmark to compare their own district with others across Illinois.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Woodridge

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday September 13
• Hot Ghoul Summer Market →
  Noon Whistle Brewing, 1748 W Jefferson Ave, Naperville
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Monday September 14
• JJH Softball vs Westmont
  Thomas Jefferson Junior High School, 7200 Janes Ave, Woodridge
  4:15 pm
Tuesday September 15
• JJH Baseball @ Lakeview
  Thomas Jefferson Junior High School Woodridge, IL 60517
  4:15 pm
• Board Meeting →
  Fred C. Hohnke Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge
  6:30 pm
Wednesday September 16
• Away XC Meet vs. Burr Ridge & Butler
  Thomas Jefferson Junior High School, 2801 York Rd, Oak Brook
  4:15 pm
• JJH Softball @ Burr Ridge
  Thomas Jefferson Junior High School, 15 W 451 91st, Burr Ridge
  4:15 pm
Thursday September 17
• JJH Softball vs Old Quarry
  Thomas Jefferson Junior High School, 7200 Janes Ave, Woodridge
  4:15 pm
Sunday September 20
• Sunday school →
  Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2600 75th St, Woodridge
  10:00 am
Tuesday September 22
• Pickleball Tournament for West Suburban Community Pantry →
  Hobson Corner Park, 2910 Hobson Rd, Woodridge
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 26
• First Congregational Church of Downers Grove Garage Sale →
  1047 Curtiss St, Downers Grove
  8:00 am
Sunday September 27
• Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction →
  Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E Randolph St, Chicago
  9:00 am
Saturday October 3
• Rescheduled Woodridge-Downers Grove Fourth of July Fireworks →
  75th Street & Lemont Road, Woodridge
  7:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Teledyne posted a job opening for Machine Operator - 2nd Shift in Woodridge. Apply here.
• Kohl's posted a job opening for Full-Time Customer Service Supervisor in Woodridge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Woodridge here.

🗞 Nearby News

Downers Grove

• Downers Grove North QB Kevin Jay, hurt last week, throws 2 TDs in relief, 'D' locks down win vs. Glenbard West (shawlocal.com)
• Village Council To Hold 1st Reading For Ogden Avenue Dealership Proposal (patch.com)

Lisle

• Fullstack Developer (dice.com)
• Dozens of Naperville-area students named National Merit Scholar semifinalists (nctv17.org)
• Glory Partnering With Velera to Bring Co-op Shared Branch Express to Self-Service Kiosks (thecudaily.com)

Ok Woodridge! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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