Time for a deep breath.

OPRF High School is closing in on a racial equity policy. It is an essential step in codifying policy and practices around this critical and complex issue so that equity becomes baked into this school's DNA and is not just the passion of a sitting school board, a current superintendent, or an alliance of dedicated citizens.

The abject letters of apology from District 97's finance department are wearing very thin. Last week Oak Park's public elementary schools screwed up a most basic function. They did not get their entire staff paid on time.

We're pretty sure that the winding tale of Keystone Montessori and its battle with River Forest village government over taxes, zoning and the American Way isn't over. That despite a court ruling last week granting the North Avenue Montessori school tax-exempt status.

Megan Traficano is Oak Park's new township youth services director. She comes to the job with worthy credentials in social work and education. The Oak Park native also comes with a legacy to build on.