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News from February 2025

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Meehan Elementary earns Level 3 certification in high reliability schooling

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

Meehan Elementary School has achieved Level 3 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools, signifying the establishment of a "Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum.

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Staff members recognized as Super Care Heroes for mental health advocacy

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

Several staff members from an unnamed institution have been recognized as Super Care Heroes by Care Solace, a partner in mental health care coordination.

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Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 26?

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

These former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 26.

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Antioch Community High School honors staff members for February

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

Antioch Community High School has announced its Staff Members of the Month for February, honoring Jon Salaban and Hallie Martin.

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Mokena educators earn state recognition for excellence in education

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

On Tuesday, February 18th, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) announced over 500 Illinoisans honored for their contributions to education through its annual Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards.

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District 112 announces leadership appointments effective July 2025

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

The North Shore School District 112 Board of Education approved two key leadership appointments at Tuesday’s regular meeting. Dr. Michael Rodrigo, currently the director of personnel services, has been named assistant superintendent for teaching...

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District 100 recognizes outstanding staff contributions in February meeting

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

During the February Board meeting of District 100, several staff members were nominated for their outstanding contributions.

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CUSD 200's Dr. John Di Sanza receives ISBE's Those Who Excel Award

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

On Tuesday, February 18, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released a list of educators who have been named recipients of their Those Who Excel Award.

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Lake Bluff Public Library announces Natalie Starosta as new director

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

The Lake Bluff Public Library has announced Natalie Starosta as its new Director, effective February 19, 2025.

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Three Coal City speakers advance to IHSA State Speech Finals

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 23, 2025

Wilson, Cimino and Olson qualify for IHSA State Speech Finals Three members of the Coal City High School Speech Team—Madison Wilson, Jacob Cimino and Jordan Olson—have advanced to the IHSA State Finals this weekend at the Peoria Civic Center.

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Home sales in Lake County in week ending Feb. 15

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 22, 2025

There were 102 reported residential sales in Lake County in the week ending Feb. 15, according to BlockShopper.com.

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How many students are enrolled at Round Lake Community Unit School District 116 in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 22, 2025

Enrollment at Round Lake Community Unit School District 116 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 22, 2025

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, Feb. 25?

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 22, 2025

These former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

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Vernon Township Republicans chairman: 'Pritzker needs to make tough financial choices'

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Jay Swidler, chairman of the Vernon Township Republicans, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker for allegedly driving Illinois into financial turmoil by imposing additional burdens on taxpayers instead of addressing what he describes as wasteful...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Feb. 15

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Parent, activist Weinhaus calls out North Shore School District 112 for lack of transparency in staffing changes amid bathroom camera scandal

By Lake County Gazette Reports | Feb 21, 2025

Eddie “Coach” Weinhaus, an activist judicial reformer, is voicing strong criticism against North Shore School District 112 for its handling of recent staffing changes, particularly in the wake of an incident involving hidden cameras found in the boys' bathrooms at two local schools.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending Feb. 15?

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Barrington Community Unit School District 220 welcomes 7,971 students in 2023-24 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Enrollment at Barrington Community Unit School District 220 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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District offers virtual resource for student enrichment opportunities

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Our district and community organizations offer numerous enrichment opportunities and programs for students.