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Lake County Gazette

Monday, October 20, 2025

E. K. Fitzgerald News

Oak School principal recognized by District 181 during Principal Appreciation Month

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 18, 2025

Principal Effey Nassis of Oak School has been recognized by Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 during Principal Appreciation Month for her leadership and commitment to the school community.

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LFHS announces fall play “TRAP” performances

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 17, 2025

Lake Forest Community High School District 115 has announced that the Lake Forest High School (LFHS) theater program will present its fall play, "Trap" by Stephen Gregg.

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Coal City High School Pickleball Club hosts inaugural fall tournament

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 17, 2025

The Coal City High School Pickleball Club held its first fall tournament, drawing attention for both competitive play and strong sportsmanship.

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Walker and Clarendon Hills Middle earn National Blue Ribbon honors for academic excellence

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

District 181 has announced that Walker School and Clarendon Hills Middle School have received the 2025 National Blue Ribbon School Award.

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East Elementary students visit Kroll’s Fall Harvest Farm for educational outing

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

East Elementary students participated in a field trip to Kroll’s Fall Harvest Farm on Thursday.

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Lake County Transition Market offers job experience for local young adults

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

Young adults from 10 Lake County high schools will participate in the Lake County Transition Market, an event aimed at providing real-world job experience.

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District 181 honors Dr. Levi Brown during Principal Appreciation Month

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

As part of Principal Appreciation Month, Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 is recognizing the leadership of Dr. Levi Brown, Principal at Clarendon Hills Middle School. Dr. Brown began his tenure at District 181 in July 2016 as...

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Granite City CUSD9 highlights upcoming college scholarship deadlines for high school seniors

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

High school seniors in Granite City Community Unit School District 9 are being encouraged to begin their college and scholarship application process as deadlines approach for a range of opportunities.

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First graders participate in science activities at Northbrook Junior High’s organic garden

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 15, 2025

It is harvest season at Northbrook Junior High's organic garden, where students are engaging in hands-on science activities.

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Mary Morgan teacher Annie Burke receives alumni honor from Illinois State University

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

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Lincolnshire Prairie View School District honors custodial staff on appreciation day

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Custodial staff at Lincolnshire Prairie View School District 103 were recognized on October 2 for their ongoing efforts to maintain clean and safe learning environments.

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Student representatives present updates at Lincolnshire Prairie View School District 103 board meeting

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Eighth-grade students Riya Dhondi and Jocelyn Jerome were welcomed as student representatives to the Lincolnshire Prairie View School District 103 Board this week.

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Lake Zurich school district offers free winter coats for families

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 is offering free winter coats to students, their parents or guardians, and siblings under the age of 21 through Joanie's Closet.

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Two Mundelein High School seniors earn perfect ACT scores

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Two seniors at Mundelein High School, Liam O’Neill and Paige Prochnow, achieved perfect composite scores of 36 on the ACT test taken near the end of their junior year.

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Mokena Intermediate launches journalism club led by student initiative

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Journalism Club has been introduced as a new extracurricular activity for fourth and fifth grade students at Mokena Intermediate School.

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Kelly Taylor and Dr. Kara Bolton named Staff of the Month at Antioch Community High

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Antioch Community High School has recognized Kelly Taylor and Dr. Kara Bolton as its Staff of the Month for October.

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West Elementary celebrates positive behavior with activity afternoon

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

West Elementary School recently held a PBIS Activity Afternoon, giving students the chance to participate in activities such as reading, art, sports, and games.

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Granite City and Collinsville to host third annual Paz Cup honoring Alex Paz

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

The Granite City High School and Collinsville High School boys soccer teams will meet for the 3rd Annual Paz Cup on Thursday, October 16, at Gene Baker Field in Granite City.

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Granite City CUSD9 highlights Lisa Jones in weekly staff spotlight

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

Each week during the 2025-26 school year, Granite City Community Unit School District 9 is highlighting staff members who contribute positively to students’ experiences.

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Warren Township High School District highlights key college application dates and support services

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 14, 2025

As the school year progresses, Warren Township High School District 121 is providing students and families with key information about upcoming college admissions and financial aid events.