Central Junior High School is implementing a school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports System (PBIS).  The program is designed to teach students pro-social skills and to support behaviors consistent with a positive and safe learning environment.  To ensure the success of PBIS, the program needs supplies to keep the program running smoothly and the means to reward positive behaviors.  Donations of any size are greatly appreciated and will be recognized in the school's newsletter, faculty meetings, and printed materials created to promote PBIS in the school.  To make a donation, contact Jason Warner at the school at 427-5200. 

Did you know you can go to Curves, 306 S Main (in front of Builders) and set up your goods/services for an entire week for a $25.00 donation to Relay for Life?   May is taken, but Curves will start scheduling for June and throughout the year.  This has been very successful for the vendors and for the East Peoria Curves Relay team fundraising efforts.  The East Peoria Curves Relay team is currently in 2nd place in fundraising for this year.

Methodist Medical Center will host a two-day public blood donor drive at Methodist North at Allen Road.  Representatives of the American Red Cross will be on hand to assist with blood donation on Wednesday, June 2 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Thursday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.   There will be several prize drawings for anyone who stops by to donate blood. Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments are recommended.  Methodist North at Allen Road is located at 2338 SUDS Parkway at the intersection of route 6 and Allen Road. The blood drive will be conducted in the conference center.  For additional information or to schedule an appointment, contact Jeri Doran at 672-5775.

EPCHS Band Booster Pork Chop Fry in front of EP Kroger

10:30AM – 4:00PM. 

Delicious, melt-in-your-mouth pork chop sandwich for only $3.50

Saturday, June 5
Saturday, July 3
Saturday, August 7
Saturday, September 4
Saturday, October 2

Be a Part of this Historical Occasion!

Sunday, June 6th, 2010, 10 AM – 5 PM

Broadcast LIVE on WEEK-TV 25 from The Riverplex in Peoria AND The Parke Hotel & Conference Center in Bloomington

For more information about getting involved contact the Foundation office at 566-5666 or email Kristie Toniny at Kristie.E.Toniny@osfhealthcare.org!  or go to www.childrenshospitalofil.org

Rock N Roll Up Your Sleeve

June 18, 2-7 p.m.

Peoria Civic Center

Blood Drive for the American Red Cross

www.theneedisnow.com

1-800-GIVE-LIFE

Unemployment Insurance Workshop
“Meeting Business Needs”

Tuesday June 22, 2010

Festival of Lights Building, 2200 E Washington St, in East Peoria

Registration begins at 8:15 AM
Workshop: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM

The workshop is hosted by State Representative Mike Smith and is facilitated by the Illinois Department of Employment Security.  This workshop will include information regarding: 

1. ”How To” Guide to completing the UI Protest, BIS Form 32: Understanding the unemployment process and all you ever wanted to know about effectively completing BIS Form 32 but didn’t know whom to ask. You will have the opportunity to discuss the BIS Form 32 with a subject matter expert.
2. Work Opportunity Tax Credit: Learn how to reduce the cost of doing business, while helping those most in need gain valuable work experience. These incentives start at $2,400, and could amount to as much as $9,000 in tax credits for one individual hire from the IRS.
3. Illinois Labor Market Information: Whether you need data on statewide or local wages paid for particular jobs, industry projections, or the condition of the labor force, IDES can help you.
4. Re-Entry Employment Services Program: The RESP is designed to help reduce recidivism in Illinois.
5. Role Plays of Actual Cases: This is a fun and interactive way to better understand the complicated cases involving unemployment. This method also helps employers better prepare for unemployment hearings and provides an awareness of the hearing process.
   Illinois Skills Match: Ever wish for a simple way to hire the right person for the job? The Illinois Department of Employment Security has an internet database designed for both the employers and employees to find jobs/candidates that meet their criteria for employment. Enhance your ability to find qualified candidates for employment. Let us assist you!
6. Employ Illinois Veterans: What better decision to make as an employer than to hire a veteran. These individuals have training, take pride in their work and may also be able to earn you a tax credit for your business. Learn more at the workshop.
7. New Employee Bonding Program: Employers can apply for fidelity bonds through IDES.
   

To RSVP, please call Representative Mike Smith’s office at 309-353-6276 or email: repmikesmith@gmail.com

The St. Jude East Peoria to Peoria Run will be held August 7th when a group of runners will be running throughout East Peoria for the Children of St. Jude. The run will be the 2nd Annual East Peoria to Peoria Run. Last year the group raised a little more than $36,000. Sponsorships range from $200 to $700+. Contact Dan & Christy Decker at 251-9174 or Jackie Harrmann at 635-9179 for more information.