Lake County Gazette

Jack Laureys was recognized as the recipient of the Going Above and Beyond Award at the October 7 Board of Education meeting.

St. Elmo Elementary Student Council to host free family movie night featuring Hotel Transylvania

The St. Elmo Elementary Student Council is organizing a Family Movie Night on Friday, October 17.

District recognizes Principal Cory Burke during appreciation month

Hinsdale Middle School and District 181 are recognizing Principal Cory Burke during Principal Appreciation Month.

Illini Bluffs CUSD 327 announces Veterans Day ceremony and luncheon for November 11

Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District 327 will hold its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Round Lake schools to close October 13 for Indigenous Peoples Day

All offices and buildings in the Round Lake Community Unit School District 116 will be closed on Monday, October 13, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.

Zion Central Middle School uses virtual reality headsets for interactive seventh-grade lessons

Seventh-grade students at Zion Central Middle School (ZCMS) are using virtual reality headsets to enhance their classroom experience.

Zion Central Middle School ends Spirit Week with pep rally activities

Zion Central Middle School concluded Spirit Week with a pep rally on Friday.

West Elementary celebrates positive behavior with activity afternoon

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

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

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.

Coal City High School hosts fair to guide students on post-graduation options

High school students at Coal City High School had the chance to explore post-graduation options during a Post High School Fair organized by the school's Student Services Department.

Jaxon Duke advances to IHSA golf sectional after regional performance

Jaxon Duke has qualified for the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Golf Sectional after scoring 92 at the regional tournament held on Wednesday.

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Who from Lake County area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 17?

By I. E. Hall | Oct 14, 2025

Friday, Oct. 17 will see these former Lake County area high school stars in competition.

Community rallies behind ZCMS teams at spirited event

Cheers and support filled the gymnasium floor and soccer field as Zion Central Middle School (ZCMS) students and their families gathered to rally behind their teams.

Glassman Symposium highlights student-faculty neuroscience research at Lake Forest College

The 2025 Robert B. Glassman Memorial Brain, Mind, and Behavior Symposium is scheduled for Thursday, October 30, and Friday, October 31 at Lake Forest College.

Lake Forest College announces schedule for annual Brain Awareness Week

Brain Awareness Week will take place at Lake Forest College from October 27 to 31, continuing a tradition of exploring topics related to the mind and neuroscience.

Granite City CUSD9 highlights Lisa Jones in weekly staff spotlight

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.

Somonauk High School seeks nominations for Quilts of Valor recipients ahead of Veterans Day

Somonauk Community Unit School District 432 is inviting community members to nominate service members and veterans to receive a Quilt of Valor at the upcoming Veteran’s Day Assembly, which will be hosted by Somonauk High School on Veteran’s Day.

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

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.

Lake Zurich school board members to attend regional division meeting

Six members of the Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 Board of Education will attend the Lake Division Meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

West Elementary Youth Leadership Team begins year with focus on literacy and teamwork