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PROVISO TOWNSHIP DISTRICT 209 PRESENTS NEW SCHOOL SPIRIT FOR

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT WITH

UNVEILING OF NEW THEME “PROVISO RISING”

Forest Park, IL (September 20, 2007) – Proviso Township District 209, in a

symbolic gesture to demonstrate a renewed commitment to community involvement and

academic achievement, unveiled a new theme during last week’s homecoming festivities

at Proviso West high school.

The theme, “Proviso Rising”, is the name given for the district’s new initiative

designed to promote more involvement from students, parents and other members of the

District 209 community.

“Proviso District 209 has a rich legacy of education, athletics and, or course,

community,” said District Superintendent Robert Libka. “I’m proud to stand before you

today to say that Proviso District 209 has a new attitude, new direction and a solid plan.”

“‘Proviso Rising’ represents a unique opportunity for all of the stakeholders of

District 209,” said Emmanuel “Chris” Welch, Board president. “It is my expectation that

as each of us embraces the promise presented by this initiative and commits to giving the

best we have for ourselves and to each other, the future of the district will continue to get

brighter.”

District 209 is already showing its new found spirit through recent events held in

the township. On September 6, The District 209 Board and Proviso West high school

hosted an interactive open house. Students, parents and other members of the community

had an opportunity to tour the new renovated facilities of Proviso West. The event was a

great success, having attracted students, parents and other stakeholders.

On Saturday, September 22, Proviso West was the talk of the town as it took over

the streets of Berkeley, Westchester and Hillside for the school’s annual homecoming

parade and games. The games were fantastic; this year’s opponent was Downer’s Grove

North. The freshman team lost by only 4 points (10-6), the sophomore team won 28-0

and the varsity reeled in a win beating Downers 8-6. The picnic was excellent and fun. 

The food was great and the camaraderie was fantastic.

To top of the day, Frankie from WGCI was the host at the homecoming dance,

entertaining more than 1,000 students. As a special treat, KeKe Palmer from the movie

“Akeela and the Bee” arrived to sign autographs and to take pictures with the students.

Meanwhile, Proviso East high school celebrated its annual homecoming on

Saturday, September 28 with a parade followed by two football games. “This was a

wonderful day to share with students, parents, teachers and the community,” said

Principal Milton Patch.

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