Congratulations to the Hinsdale 4th Grade Small Cheerleading Squad! Under the direction of Carla Steuck and Karen Eck they placed 1st at last weekends (Illinois Recreational Cheerleading Association) IRCA State Competition Cheer/Pom Competition at Sears Centre on December 3-4th, 2011. The hard work, dedication, and talent of these athletes won them a bid to the state competition after they took 1st place at the BGYFL competition at the end of October. Thank you again to our football team for all your support and the parents for your enthusiasm. Special thanks to all the Hinsdale residents and family members that came to cheer the girls on. They competed against seven fabulous teams that also won a prior competition to get them to the state level. Our three teen coaches include Morgan Steuck, Mimi Gee and Nicole Claycomb. Our team members include Sophia Bruni, Mary Coffey, Brynn Cummins, Ramona Dawson, Vivian Eck, Kayleigh Excell, Olivia Fallon, Gigi Gee, Maddy Glasby, Charlotte Gleason, Jackie Pergantis, Katie Turgeon, Claire Watkiss, and Izzy Wychocki. Congratulations to this first year Hinsdale Falcon Team for earning the title of State Champions 2011!!!

Congratulations to the Hinsdale 4th Grade Small Cheerleading Squad! Under the direction of Carla Steuck and Karen Eck they placed 1st at last weekends BGYFL Cheer/Pom Competition at Willowbrook High School on October, 15th. The hard work, dedication, and talent of these athletes won them a bid to the State Championships. Thank you to our football team for all your support and the parents for your enthusiasm. It has been a great season! Love to see all the Hinsdale residents come cheer the girls on at the state championships. Our three teen coaches include Morgan Steuck, Mimi Gee and Nicole Claycomb. Our team members include Sophia Bruni, Mary Coffey, Brynn Cummins, Ramona Dawson, Vivian Eck, Kayleigh Excell, Olivia Fallon, Gigi Gee, Maddy Glasby, Charlotte Gleason, Jackie Pergantis, Katie Turgeon, Claire Watkiss, and Izzy Wychocki.

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Have you ever wondered why some of the nicest houses in the neighborhood seem to stay on the market forever? Or why some of your neighbors seem to settle for less than their home is probably worth?

The right real estate agent is critical. In today’s market, it’s more important than ever that you choose to work with an agent that has the experience, knowledge and systems to get you the most money for your house, including:

As your local real estate expert, I understand:

1) How to set a price that will attract the most buyers.
2) The most likely buyer for your home and how best to reach them.
3) What features buyers are looking for and expect from the homes in our neighborhood.
4) What marketing techniques are driving the most buyer traffic.

Why settle for an agent who will simply put a “For Sale” sign in your yard, when you could have one that will get the “SOLD” sign up as soon as possible! As your local real estate expert, I would be honored to work with you on your next move. I work on referral base or sincere need base only. I’m not about numbers….just RESULTS!

The Hinsdale Elementary School District reports a very successful 2008-2009 school year.

• All District 181 schools were listed on the Illinois Honor Roll of Schools.
• Three District 181 schools were invited to apply for Blue Ribbon recognition from the US Department of Education. Only 16 schools in Illinois received this invitation.
• Three more District 181 teachers achieved national certification.
• The Board of Education approved a new energy saving heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, energy efficient windows, a more secure entrance, and reconfigured office areas for Hinsdale Middle School.
• The Board approved redesigned, more secure entrances for The Lane, Oak and Clarendon Hills Middle School.
• Our teachers and students enjoyed a more stable technology network.
• The Department of Pupil Personnel Services provided special education leadership in each school with a PPS administrator.
• Our financial reporting and practices earned recognition from the Association of School Business Officials International and an AAA general obligation debt rating from Standard and Poor’s.

The annual report will be out soon, which includes information on all of the above and more.

HINSDALE * CLARENDON HILLS * OAK BROOK * ELMHURST * BURR RIDGE * WILLOWBROOK * WESTERN SPRINGS * LAGRANGE * WESTMONT * DOWNERS GROVE * LISLE * NAPERVILLE * VILLA PARK * LOMBARD * GLEN ELLYN * WHEATON * DARIEN * WOODRIDGE

In Chicago’s Western Suburbs, you can live the lifestyle you want in the home you’ve always dreamed of. The Windy City is just as near as you want it, with a more relaxed environment always at your fingertips.

For almost 20 years, Carla Steuck has been helping buyers and sellers with all their real estate and relocation needs in Chicago’s Western Suburbs. A creative marketing strategist and a savvy negotiator, Carla is a dedicated and energetic Realtor with a healthy competitive attitude and a thorough knowledge of the market. Backed by her highly competent team of local resources and by the exceptional branding and exposure provided by Crawford Group Sotheby’s International Realty and past experience with RE/MAX, Carla has the resources, the drive and the vision that enables her to always close with success.

Specializing in real estate throughout DuPage County and the western suburbs; from luxury living in Hinsdale, Oak Brook, and Burr Ridge, to great listings in growing community of Naperville, to the quaint, cozy feel of the Villages of Glen Ellyn, Clarendon Hills, Westmont, and Western Springs, to the urban feel of Elmhurst and LaGrange, to the spacious atmosphere of the Lisle, Lombard, and Woodridge area. All of these areas have something special to offer the homebuyer and Carla is happy to give a free tour to help locate the community that best fits your needs.

Let Carla Steuck open doors for you in these outstanding communities! Specializing in residential realty, relocation and new construction, Carla also provides her clients with lifestyle solutions and community information. Please visit her website at www.CarlaSteuck.com  and take a look at the pages of this website to discover what Carla Steuck can provide. Which community is right for you?  Give me a call. at 630-842-8812 …I can help you decide which location is best for you!