Letter to the editor from the Oct. 9 issue.

There’s a lot of talk among business leaders and educators across the country regarding 21st century skills. Many are making lists. And, while the frameworks vary, most agree that four key skills are paramount: communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.

St. Charles County residents will have opportunities to register to vote, update their voter records, and learn about paid election judge opportunities at several events in the community throughout October. The St. Charles County Election Authority is setting up mobile registration stations to reach more citizens and make these processes easier and more convenient.

As part of a troop project, seven Barnwell Middle School Girl Scouts organized a Little Free Library at Becky-David Elementary. The project helped them qualify for the Bronze Award.

On Sept. 20, Lutheran High’s Sapphires Spirit Squad put on a fundraiser at the Future Cougar Night football game to raise money for the school’s upcoming state competition in Kansas City. They hope to put the funds toward new uniforms for the competition. The fundraiser offered the opportunity for future LHS students to dance with the Sapphires at the game and learn a fun halftime routine. Over 40 future Cougars attended, and the team was able to raise about $1,000.

St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann has asked the St. Charles County Council to consider asking voters to approve an amendment to the County Charter to guarantee consumers are aware of additional sales taxes assessed by Community Improvement Districts [CIDs].

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