Lake County Gazette

Representatives from BerryDunn presented the results of a Recreation Assessment to the Park Board.

Collinsville High School homecoming parade to follow new route on Main Street

The Collinsville High School Homecoming Parade will take place on Thursday, October 16, 2025, and will follow a new route this year.

Round Lake schools introduce new platform for 2025 parent-teacher conference sign-ups

Parent-teacher conferences for the 2025 school year in Round Lake Community Unit School District 116 are scheduled for Thursday, October 23, from 8:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Friday, October 24, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Parents are asked to...

Beulah Park Elementary hosts Hispanic Heritage celebration for families

Beulah Park Elementary School hosted a Hispanic Heritage celebration on Tuesday evening, drawing families from the community to enjoy music, dancing, games, and face painting.

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 demographics and teacher data highlighted

Earlier this week, Dr. Jeni Gotto, Superintendent of Westminster Public Schools, joined staff at Sunset Ridge PK–8 to celebrate the school's recognition as one of the top 30 schools in Colorado.

Grayslake D127 students gain hands-on experience at Liberty Prairie Farm Fall Fest

Students from Grayslake Community High School District 127 are engaging in hands-on agricultural education through a partnership with Liberty Prairie Farm.

Westminster Public Schools hosts national summit on competency-based education

Approximately 140 educators from across 12 states, including Colorado, gathered in Westminster for the latest Competency-Based Education Summit hosted by Westminster Public Schools (WPS).

Board honors Sunset Ridge PK-8 for statewide recognition by Money Inc

The Westminster Public Schools Board of Education recognized Sunset Ridge PK-8 for being named one of the Top 30 Elementary Schools in Colorado by Money Inc. Sunset Ridge was ranked 24th on the list.

Beach Park consolidates gifted program at Newport Elementary for grades 3-5

This school year, Beach Park Community Consolidated School District 3 has centralized its gifted and accelerated learning program for grades 3-5 at Newport Elementary School.

Granite City and Collinsville high schools host third annual Paz Cup soccer match

Granite City High School and Collinsville High School will hold the third annual Paz Cup on Thursday, October 16, at Gene Baker Field in Granite City.

Students mark Moon Festival with food, music, and cultural exchange at Lake Forest College

More than 100 students attended a Moon Festival celebration organized by the Chinese Club, Japanese Club, and United Asia at Calvin Durand Hall on October 7.

Warren-Newport Public Library recognizes contributions during National Friends of Libraries Week

By A. W. Alonzo | Oct 21, 2025

The Warren-Newport Public Library is marking National Friends of Libraries Week, which runs from October 19 to 25.

United Township High School announces schedule changes and upcoming events

United Township High School has announced several updates and events for students and staff for the week of October 14, 2025.

United Township High School District 30 schedules parent-teacher conferences and workshops

Parent-teacher conferences for United Township High School District 30 are scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Parents and guardians are encouraged to schedule their conference appointments if they have not...

Lincolnshire Prairie View SD103 receives national recognition for student data privacy efforts

Lincolnshire–Prairie View School District 103 in Lake County, Illinois, has received the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Mini Seal for Leadership Practice from CoSN.

Literacy event series begins at Zion-Benton Public Library with local school collaboration

mPOWERu, a collaboration between the ZBTHS National Honor Society and the ZESD Youth Leadership Team, launched its first Leading with Literacy event at the Zion-Benton Public Library.

Zion District 6 teachers collaborate to improve student learning after early dismissal

On Wednesday, teachers in Zion Elementary School District 6 used the early dismissal of students to focus on collaboration and planning.

Thirteen Mundelein High School music students named to ILMEA honors ensembles

Thirteen students from Mundelein High School have been selected by the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) for its District VII Honors Ensembles.

Vernon Hills Park District allows class 1 e-bikes on park trails

By A. W. Alonzo | Oct 21, 2025

Class 1 electric bicycles are now permitted on Vernon Hills Park District paths and trails, according to a recent announcement.

Madison School principal Katie Zulauf recognized for leadership during appreciation month