Congratulations to Laurel Hill Elementary!

I would like to extend my congratulations to the students, teachers, parents, and administration at Laurel Hill Elementary School. The Illinois Board of Education has recognized Laurel Hill as a Spotlight School and an Academic Improvement Award Winner. As Village President, I was happy to declare last week, Laurel Hill Week for the efforts of teachers, parents, and administrators in providing quality education for our young people. This is a real community effort of which we all should be proud.

AT&T Pioneer Shoes Project

Friends, what a great opportunity to meet the giving leaders of AT&T and to greet the Children of three schools in Hanover Park. Anne Fox Elementary, Laurel Hill Elementrary, and Parkwood Elementary all rode the bus and received new shoes and socks. What a surprise to see the many, many volunteers who came and assisted the young people as they tried on their new shoes. There were many more smiles in Hanover Park on this occasion.

Rod...

Mayor William McLeod of Hoffman Estates, Otis Wilson, Chicago Bear Superbowl Champion and Mayor Rod Craig of Hanover Park















Mayor Craig Poses with Hanover Park youth and an AT&T volunteer.















Village Clerk Sherry Craig admires a pair a shoes with a Hanover Park boy.

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

The Annual Holiday Tree lighting display at the Hanover Park Village Hall was an example of wonderful involvement from all over the Village. Fifteen trees were decorated by numerous organizations:

A & A Music Academy/Ontarioville Art
Albert Einstein Elementary School
Allegro
Anne Fox School
Elsie Johnson School
Hanover Highlands Brownie Troop 2006
Hanover Park Animal Care Center
Hanover Park Little League
Hanover Park Hurricanes - Cheerleading
Hanover Park Hurricanes - Football
Huskie Club of Hanover Highlands
Learning for Life
Lions Club
Sister City Committee
Spring Wood Middle School
Village Employees

Special thank you to the Schaumburg Library District for their support sponsoring the Puppeteer who thrilled the crowd with his performance.















The choir from Spring Wood Middle School.















Rod & Sherry Craig say hi to Santa.
















Santa arrives at the Tree Lighting.





















One of the many great trees.

Proclamation: HANOVER PARK HURRICANE NATION WEEK

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football exists to foster and promote a football & cheerleading program for boys and girls in Hanover Park within the Bill George Youth Football League.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Mission is carried out by promoting and upholding team spirit, unity and pride.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football represents Hanover Park to the highest degree with the loudest cheers, tremendous parental support, and fabulous pride.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football sets an example of good behavior and sportsmanship by team members, cheer squads, and positive parent attitude.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football has tackled the tough issues as a leadership team for others to follow.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football shows each child the importance of hard work and dedication on and off field.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football rewards the whole person by not only celebrating their successes, but also by recognizing that life is a precious commodity.

WHEREAS, Hurricane Football develops the qualities that will stay with our youth as they grow into citizens with character and pride.

Now, THEREFORE, I, Rodney S. Craig, President of the Village of Hanover Park, do hereby proclaim the week of November 25 - December 1, 2007 as:

HANOVER PARK HURRICANE NATION WEEK

In the Village of Hanover Park and may all residents celebrate and acknowledge the success of the Hurricane Football and Cheerleading program Dated this

27th day of November, 2007.

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Village of Hanover Park will host a holiday tree lighting ceremony December 7, 2007, at 6:00 PM at the Village Municipal Complex located at 2121 W. Lake Street Hanover Park.

Fifteen not-for-profit organizations and local groups have decorated the trees on display at Village Hall; this is up from the five organizations that decorated trees last year.

At 6:00 with a "flip of the switch" by Village President Rod Craig; all holiday trees, Lake Street Holiday lights and Municipal Complex holiday lights will be illuminated at once. Our special guest, Santa, will arrive by Fire Truck. Entertainment will be provided by the Allegro Dance Troupe and Dave Herzog's Marionettes will perform "Christmas Capers" The marionette show is sponsored by the Schaumburg Township District Library.

Refreshments will be provided by the Hanover Park Lions Club.

For further information contact Kim Benedix, Executive Coordinator to the Village Manager, at 630/372-4218.

Holiday Lights Tour

The Hanover Park Police Department is hosting a “Holiday Lights Tour” on Monday, December 17 from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. All ages are welcome to participate in this exciting community event. Registered participants will meet at the Village Hall, 2121 W. Lake Street.

A trolley will take participants on a tour of the community to see the holiday decorations. Participants will also be able to judge the annual “Deck the Homes’ contest nominees.

To register for the Holiday Lights Tour, please call the Crime Prevention Office at 630/372-4412. The deadline for registration is December 7, 2007.

Village Plans Annual “Deck the Homes” Contest

Nominations for the annual “Deck the Homes of Hanover Park” holiday decorating contest can be made by calling the Village Manager’s office at (630)372-4210.

Single-family and multifamily residences will be judged on originality, creativity, and holiday spirit. Only those decorations visible from the street will be judged.

Residents are encouraged to nominate themselves as well as their neighbors and friends. In an effort to encourage more participation in the competition, prizes will not be awarded to any property in consecutive years.

Nominees will be judged during the Police Department’s “Holiday Lights Tour” on December 17th. Winners will receive a Certificate and a $100 gift certificate.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Kim Benedix at (630)372-4218.

2007-2008 Youth of the Year Scholarship Program

The Village of Hanover Park is seeking candidates for the 2007-2008 Youth of the Year Award. This award positively reinforces the outstanding qualities of our young people and publicly acknowledges their efforts. This honor is bestowed on a high school senior (Class of 2008) and is accompanied by a $1,000 scholarship awarded to the Youth the Year and a $500 scholarship to the runner up.

Applicants can chose from several categories in which to be considered: heroism, community service, service to school, personal achievement/special recognition, and family commitment. Applicants must live in the Village of Hanover Park; write a one page essay containing reasons for selection of the category and the merits you wish to be considered by the review team. Also, include a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, or employer, etcetera. Letters may not be submitted by family members

For more information or to be sent a scholarship application, please call 630/372-4210 or visit our web site at www.HanoverParkIllinois.org.

Applications are due December 14, 2007.