Lake County Gazette

In the 2023-24 school year, 33.2% of the students in Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

How many companies in cities across Lake County received FDA citations in 2024?

There were seven companies in cities associated with Lake County that received FDA citations as a result of seven inspections conducted in the county throughout 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Test expectations: How many Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 students failed to meet math IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 66.8% of Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Grass Lake seeks new board member for education role

Grass Lake School District 36 is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its Board of Education.

Grass Lake School partners with Stellar Athletics for summer camp program

After a comprehensive review of student data and costs, Grass Lake School has decided not to offer an academic summer school program this year.

Backpack Program offers weekly food supplies for enrolled families

Each week during the school year, families participating in the Backpack Program will receive pre-bagged, shelf-stable, nutritious food items.

Test expectations: How many Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 students failed to meet math IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 67.4% of Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

36.8% of Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations on tests in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 36.8% of the students in Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Grant Community High School names May Student of the Month

The Grant Community High School has announced its May Student of the Month, senior Colin Noordyke.

District 109 mandates health forms for new and certain grade students

Students entering District 109, including all Early Learners, kindergarten, and sixth-grade students, are required to submit a health examination form before the school year begins.

Deerfield Public School District announces updates for 2025-2026 academic year

As the 2024-2025 school year concludes, Deerfield Public School District 109 is preparing for the upcoming academic year by providing important information regarding fees and procedures.

Grant partners with Verdant College Prep for ACT summer crash courses

Grant has announced a partnership with Verdant College Prep & Tutoring to offer ACT Summer Crash Courses.

Early payment deadline for school fees offers savings

Families are encouraged to take advantage of the early payment deadline for the 2025-2026 fee payments, which offers a $25 savings if completed by July 1.

Nearly 100 BHS seniors to earn college and career pathway endorsement

Nearly 100 seniors at Barrington High School (BHS) are set to receive a College and Career Pathway Endorsement on their diplomas.

Lake County: Social Security made up 3.6% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 3.6% of income in Lake County, providing an average of $3,418 per capita to residents.

Illinois communities face population decline amid high tax concerns

Illinois is experiencing a significant population decline, according to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau analyzed by the Illinois Policy Institute.

Did Winthrop Harbor School District 1 students fail or pass their 2023-24 ELA tests?

In the 2023-24 school year, 69% of Winthrop Harbor School District 1 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Beach Park armed robbery suspect identified, arrested

Lake County Sheriff's detectives have identified a suspect in the armed robbery of a Beach Park fast-food restaurant that occurred on May 22.

Lake Villa Community Consolidated School District 41: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2023-24 school year?

In the 2023-24 school year, 39.1% of the students in Lake Villa Community Consolidated School District 41 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Barrington Art Festival returns for its sixteenth year this Memorial Day weekend