high school

When I was in high school (Go Benet Redwings!) it was a requirement in our physical education class that everyone become certified in CPR. I don't recall it being the highlight of the year. Nobody much cared for breathing into a mannequin. However, when all was said and done all of us were capable of saving a life...

On April 21, 1967 a powerful F4 tornado ripped through Belvidere, injuring hundreds and killing twenty four people, mostly school children. It occurred at about 3:50pm, as school was letting out. Belvidere High School was demolished by the twister that continued into McHenry County before breaking up...

Sportsmanship. My dad preached it to me. Actually, he did more than preach it, he insisted upon it. Showing respect to your opponent, before and after the contest, shaking hands, keeping your mouth shut except to offer encouragement or congratulations were things that in turn, I preached about and demanded from my own children...

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