GO SPARTANS !!!!!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION classes are in full swing with soccer games and badminton tournaments. As well, 6th graders are also playing softball!
Outstanding Spring seasons are in full-swing by all the Lakeview teams!!
This week's schedule is full of exciting action:
29th ---- Girls Softball and Boys Soccer - Home vs. Westmont
Girls Soccer and Boys Volleyball - AT Westmont
30th ---- Girls Soccer and Girls Softball - Home vs. Westview Hills
Boys Soccer and Boys Volleyball - AT Westview Hills
May 1st -- Conference Swim Meet AT Downers Grove South High School - 4:15 PM
Next week: May 6th -- Conference Track Meet at Westmont High School - 4:15 PM
On a final note, I would like to wish our many band students a fun and safe trip to Branson, Mo. this coming weekend!! I know they will once again represent Lakeview with outstanding performances!!
GO SPARTANS!!
PLAY HARD!!
Mr. Dodd
Monday, April 28, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
MID-APRIL AND WINTER WEATHER
WHERE IS THE NICE SPRING WEATHER THAT SHOULD HAVE ARRIVED?????????
Our Physical Eduacation classes are ready to get outside, but this weather is messing us up!!!
Our units of soccer and badminton have been adjusted to fit an inside schedule, and I must say, our students have done a great job!!
7th grade classes are finalizing their two minute Step and Rope routines. Each student has chosen a group to work with, practiced the group routines, and will be graded this week on same!
As with our P.E. classes, Lakeview athletic team schedules have also been subjected to postponements due to the weather! All games / contests have been or will be rescheduled during the coming weeks! Good luck to Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Little and all the Lakeview squads!!
Congratulations go out to Mr. Tedeschi, Mr. Ohlsen, the Concert Band, and Cadet Band for their performances last Saturday at the Band-O-Rama in Justice, Ill. at Wilkins Jr. High School. The Concert Band received a Superior rating, while the Cadet Band received an Outstanding.
A final mention goes out to Samuel Carson III, Lakeview class of 2000. Samuel begins his final year of competition as a member of the University of Illinois football squad. Samuel had an outstanding scrimmage at middle linebacker last Saturday during the Illini's scrimmage at Lemont High School. The Fighting Illini kickoff their 2008 season on Saturday; August 30th vs. Missouri in St. Louis.
PLAY HARD!!!!
Mr. Dodd
Our Physical Eduacation classes are ready to get outside, but this weather is messing us up!!!
Our units of soccer and badminton have been adjusted to fit an inside schedule, and I must say, our students have done a great job!!
7th grade classes are finalizing their two minute Step and Rope routines. Each student has chosen a group to work with, practiced the group routines, and will be graded this week on same!
As with our P.E. classes, Lakeview athletic team schedules have also been subjected to postponements due to the weather! All games / contests have been or will be rescheduled during the coming weeks! Good luck to Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Little and all the Lakeview squads!!
Congratulations go out to Mr. Tedeschi, Mr. Ohlsen, the Concert Band, and Cadet Band for their performances last Saturday at the Band-O-Rama in Justice, Ill. at Wilkins Jr. High School. The Concert Band received a Superior rating, while the Cadet Band received an Outstanding.
A final mention goes out to Samuel Carson III, Lakeview class of 2000. Samuel begins his final year of competition as a member of the University of Illinois football squad. Samuel had an outstanding scrimmage at middle linebacker last Saturday during the Illini's scrimmage at Lemont High School. The Fighting Illini kickoff their 2008 season on Saturday; August 30th vs. Missouri in St. Louis.
PLAY HARD!!!!
Mr. Dodd
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
WELCOME BACK !!!!!!!!
APRIL, 2008
WELCOME BACK for our final drive to the end-of-the-year!! It only seems like yesterday when the Class of 2008 arrived in August to begin their ninth year (for most) in District 66.
It is my hope that all of the 66 community enjoyed the nine day break, and were able to re-energize over that period. I know that it was great for me!
Our P.E. classes will finish their grade levels units this week, as we all hope that some nice weather finally arrives so we may go outside..............and the Cardinals can seriously start their pennant drive!!!
GOOD LUCK to our Spring athletic teams as they begin play! Boys and Girls soccer, Girls softball, and Boys volleyball have been working hard in preparation for their competition!!
"Play Hard"!!!
Mr. Dodd
WELCOME BACK for our final drive to the end-of-the-year!! It only seems like yesterday when the Class of 2008 arrived in August to begin their ninth year (for most) in District 66.
It is my hope that all of the 66 community enjoyed the nine day break, and were able to re-energize over that period. I know that it was great for me!
Our P.E. classes will finish their grade levels units this week, as we all hope that some nice weather finally arrives so we may go outside..............and the Cardinals can seriously start their pennant drive!!!
GOOD LUCK to our Spring athletic teams as they begin play! Boys and Girls soccer, Girls softball, and Boys volleyball have been working hard in preparation for their competition!!
"Play Hard"!!!
Mr. Dodd
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
MARCH 18, 2008
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Our Physical Education classes are currently involved with Table Tennis and Pickleball units. Singles and doubles tourneys are moving along in all the respective 6th, 7th, and 8th grade classes. In additiion, certain 6th grade classes are also playing wiffleball.
Following Spring Break (3 days and counting), our classes will begin Soccer and Badminton. This schedule will be flexible due to our great midwestern weather.
ATHLETICS
In my last blog, I inadvertently ommited Miss Jennifer Casey and her Varsity cheerleaders for their efforts during our just-completed season. Even though coaches and players are concentrating on the game, it is easy to know when the Spartans cheerleaders are there.
GREAT JOB LADIES!!!!
Tomorrow evening marks the official end to the Winter sports seasons with the annual awards banquet. Cheerleaders and basketball teams will be recognized for their accomplishments this past year, with catering through Carrabas in Woodridge.
Tryouts for our Spring sports are (or will soon be) under way. I would like to take this opportunity to wish our Spring athletes in all sports "GOOD LUCK".
With Spring "supposed" to be here, many peoples thoughts turn to baseball....mine included. In looking at the National League, I find it interesting that the Cubs do not face the Cardinals until May 2nd in St. Louis, and August 8th in Chicago. Which team will be eliminated by their first meeting in May??? Mr. Little, your thoughts???????
A new feature on the "Dodd Blog" is our QUESTION OF THE WEEK"?
"What four famous American leaders (both locally and nationally) are recognized in the new gym at Lakeview"??
Be the first correct E-mail reply to tdodd@ccsd66.org, and be mentioned in next weeks "blog"!!
Have a great week, enjoyable break, and remember to "PLAY HARD"!!!!
Coach Dodd
Our Physical Education classes are currently involved with Table Tennis and Pickleball units. Singles and doubles tourneys are moving along in all the respective 6th, 7th, and 8th grade classes. In additiion, certain 6th grade classes are also playing wiffleball.
Following Spring Break (3 days and counting), our classes will begin Soccer and Badminton. This schedule will be flexible due to our great midwestern weather.
ATHLETICS
In my last blog, I inadvertently ommited Miss Jennifer Casey and her Varsity cheerleaders for their efforts during our just-completed season. Even though coaches and players are concentrating on the game, it is easy to know when the Spartans cheerleaders are there.
GREAT JOB LADIES!!!!
Tomorrow evening marks the official end to the Winter sports seasons with the annual awards banquet. Cheerleaders and basketball teams will be recognized for their accomplishments this past year, with catering through Carrabas in Woodridge.
Tryouts for our Spring sports are (or will soon be) under way. I would like to take this opportunity to wish our Spring athletes in all sports "GOOD LUCK".
With Spring "supposed" to be here, many peoples thoughts turn to baseball....mine included. In looking at the National League, I find it interesting that the Cubs do not face the Cardinals until May 2nd in St. Louis, and August 8th in Chicago. Which team will be eliminated by their first meeting in May??? Mr. Little, your thoughts???????
A new feature on the "Dodd Blog" is our QUESTION OF THE WEEK"?
"What four famous American leaders (both locally and nationally) are recognized in the new gym at Lakeview"??
Be the first correct E-mail reply to tdodd@ccsd66.org, and be mentioned in next weeks "blog"!!
Have a great week, enjoyable break, and remember to "PLAY HARD"!!!!
Coach Dodd
Thursday, March 6, 2008
MARCH, 2008
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Physical Education classes have finished their 2nd timester units on weight training and basketball, and are now moving on to pickleball, table tennis, and wiffleball (6th grade). As we go deeper into these units, singles and doubles tournaments will take place in our respective P.E. periods.
VARSITY BASKETBALL
Congratulations to our Boys Varsity basketball team following the conclusion of their season last night. Even though their record may not have been what they would have liked, individual improvement was evident with all members of our team. Following a 6-9 conference season, the Spartans defeated Butler 41 - 20 in the first round of the playoffs. Unfortunately the season came to an end with a disappointing defeat at the hands of Eisenhower. With Lakeview sporting a 15-9 halftime lead, the Generals defensive pressure and inside strength forced numerous turnovers leading to a 46-38 Eisenhower victory.
I am very proud of every member of our squad, and know that with off-season hard work, every member of our squad will participate in some type of sport next year in high school. My personal best wishes and good luck go out to all members of this years' team.
On another basketball avenue, congratulations should also go out to Mr. Little and Mr. Kukulski on the outstanding conference season their squad recently concluded. Many big wins and a 4th place regular season finish demonstrates what hard work their ladies put forth.
As a final note, I would like to say "Thanks" to the many people who helped make both our squads very successful. At the top of the list is Dr. Tiede, Mr. Windsor, and Mrs. Liles for their administrative support of our program; our AD Mr. Dvorak; transportation coordinator Mrs. Mazurek; Pete, Jim, Rob and Mike from our custodial staff; game officials Mrs. Bretl, Mrs. Wilson, and Mrs. Wrzesinski; our Boys managers Brett A., Povilas G., Kevin R., and Krissy D.;.............AND most importantly our great parent fans who followed us the entire season!!!
Enjoy your Spring seasons, and always remember to "PLAY HARD"!!
Coach Dodd
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Physical Education classes have finished their 2nd timester units on weight training and basketball, and are now moving on to pickleball, table tennis, and wiffleball (6th grade). As we go deeper into these units, singles and doubles tournaments will take place in our respective P.E. periods.
VARSITY BASKETBALL
Congratulations to our Boys Varsity basketball team following the conclusion of their season last night. Even though their record may not have been what they would have liked, individual improvement was evident with all members of our team. Following a 6-9 conference season, the Spartans defeated Butler 41 - 20 in the first round of the playoffs. Unfortunately the season came to an end with a disappointing defeat at the hands of Eisenhower. With Lakeview sporting a 15-9 halftime lead, the Generals defensive pressure and inside strength forced numerous turnovers leading to a 46-38 Eisenhower victory.
I am very proud of every member of our squad, and know that with off-season hard work, every member of our squad will participate in some type of sport next year in high school. My personal best wishes and good luck go out to all members of this years' team.
On another basketball avenue, congratulations should also go out to Mr. Little and Mr. Kukulski on the outstanding conference season their squad recently concluded. Many big wins and a 4th place regular season finish demonstrates what hard work their ladies put forth.
As a final note, I would like to say "Thanks" to the many people who helped make both our squads very successful. At the top of the list is Dr. Tiede, Mr. Windsor, and Mrs. Liles for their administrative support of our program; our AD Mr. Dvorak; transportation coordinator Mrs. Mazurek; Pete, Jim, Rob and Mike from our custodial staff; game officials Mrs. Bretl, Mrs. Wilson, and Mrs. Wrzesinski; our Boys managers Brett A., Povilas G., Kevin R., and Krissy D.;.............AND most importantly our great parent fans who followed us the entire season!!!
Enjoy your Spring seasons, and always remember to "PLAY HARD"!!
Coach Dodd
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
WILL SPRING EVER ARRIVE???????????
February 12, 2008
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. and Mrs. Little on the birth of their first child Mason!!!! Tar Heel ???? Blue Devil ????? Seminole ??????? Illini??????? The recruitment and offers should be starting soon!!!!!!!!
"Pack-the-Place" is here !!!!!!!
Good luck to the Spartan varsity Girls as they host Lisle tonight on Day #1 of "Pack-the-Place".
Our Boys squad hosts Cass tomorrow night on Day #2 of "PTP"!!!!!
Good luck to all participants!! Coach Little and the entire "PTP" support group has worked very hard to make this inaugural event a success, establishing yet another tradition for Lakeview Jr. High!!!!
HAVE A GREAT WEEK, AND "PLAY HARD!!!!"
Mr. Dodd
CONGRATULATIONS to Mr. and Mrs. Little on the birth of their first child Mason!!!! Tar Heel ???? Blue Devil ????? Seminole ??????? Illini??????? The recruitment and offers should be starting soon!!!!!!!!
"Pack-the-Place" is here !!!!!!!
Good luck to the Spartan varsity Girls as they host Lisle tonight on Day #1 of "Pack-the-Place".
Our Boys squad hosts Cass tomorrow night on Day #2 of "PTP"!!!!!
Good luck to all participants!! Coach Little and the entire "PTP" support group has worked very hard to make this inaugural event a success, establishing yet another tradition for Lakeview Jr. High!!!!
HAVE A GREAT WEEK, AND "PLAY HARD!!!!"
Mr. Dodd
Monday, January 28, 2008
SUPER BOWL WEEK!!!!!!!!!
As we start one of the biggest weeks in the year for a sporting event, I would like to congratulate our Boys Varsity basketball squad on their thrilling 26-25 come-from-behind win over Old Quarry.
After trailing throughout the game, our Spartans outscored the Warriors 14-0 in the fourth quarter to pull out the victory. Despite posting only two seasonal wins up to that point, a tenacious defense changed the flow of the game. In addition, our "Spartan Fanatics" helped energize our squad throughout the fourth quarter.
Both Boys and Girls Varsity squads return to action this week, as the Boys travel to Eisenhower on Tuesday (1/29), while the Girls host the Generals on the same day. Good Luck to Mr. Little, Coach Kukulski and the Girls as their season continues.
Our P.E. classes continue to do a fine job with basketball and weight training, and eagerly await weather conditions conducive to cross-country skiing.
Good luck to all the Patriot and Giant fans as they enjoy the biggest football week of the year.
MOST IMPORTANTLY, St. Louis Cardinals pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training in 18 days; 3 hours; 20 minutes.
Have a Great Week!!!!!!!!!!!
Play Hard!!!!
Coach Dodd
After trailing throughout the game, our Spartans outscored the Warriors 14-0 in the fourth quarter to pull out the victory. Despite posting only two seasonal wins up to that point, a tenacious defense changed the flow of the game. In addition, our "Spartan Fanatics" helped energize our squad throughout the fourth quarter.
Both Boys and Girls Varsity squads return to action this week, as the Boys travel to Eisenhower on Tuesday (1/29), while the Girls host the Generals on the same day. Good Luck to Mr. Little, Coach Kukulski and the Girls as their season continues.
Our P.E. classes continue to do a fine job with basketball and weight training, and eagerly await weather conditions conducive to cross-country skiing.
Good luck to all the Patriot and Giant fans as they enjoy the biggest football week of the year.
MOST IMPORTANTLY, St. Louis Cardinals pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training in 18 days; 3 hours; 20 minutes.
Have a Great Week!!!!!!!!!!!
Play Hard!!!!
Coach Dodd
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