Thank You Dr. McKay
The end of the 2021–2022 school year is upon us, marking the final year of Dr. Jim McKay’s service to the students, staff and...
ACHS Social Studies Department Celebrates Civic Engagement
SOCIAL STUDIES: ACHS
The Carson Award recognizes academic excellence and humanitarian efforts of students throughout the country. This award, established by world renowned Pediatric Neurosurgeon...
Welcome, Dr. Feucht!
Beginning July 1, Dr. Jeff Feucht will become the next superintendent of Community High School District 117.
An established leader in public education, Dr. Feucht...
D117 Welcomes Two New Principals
NEW PRINCIPALS: CHSD117
Community High School District 117 is eager to announce Jori Bowen has accepted the position at Lakes Community High School as principal...
ACHS Musical Follows the Yellow Brick Road to Sold Out Performances
THEATER: ACHS
On April 8th, the excitement that was buzzing around the Sequoit Theater was infectious. The Wizard of Oz company was ready to take...
D117 Celebrates Outstanding Seniors for Class of 2022
OUTSTANDING SENIORS: CHSD117
Each year the faculty is asked to reflect on those seniors who have maintained a strong grade point average, made exceptional contributions...
LCHS Musical Plays to Packed Houses
THEATER: LCHS
This past March, Eagle Theatre at Lakes Community High School was proud to present Pippin, our first in-person musical since 2 years ago....
D117 Athletic Departments Celebration Senior Athletes
SENIOR ATHLETES: CHSD117
Each year the athletic departments at ACHS and LCHS accept nominations from coaches and staff members for end of season awards. The...
Antioch Students Set Sail at Prom
PROM: ACHS
Prom 2022 was a big hit! Antioch High School had 405 students travel by coach bus to the city of Chicago to board...
Lakes Prom Brings Fire & Ice!
PROM: LCHS
“Fire and Ice” was twice as nice this year for Lakes Prom of 22. The theme was apparent throughout the night from the...
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Antioch’s “Pawcifer” Flo Reports to Duty
The Village of Antioch Police Department recently welcomed its newest recruit, but it’s her colleagues who are in training. Thanks to a generous donation...
Winter Weather Notice
Wintertime can bring along heavy snowfall and difficulty navigating the roadways or sidewalks. Heavy snowfall can also be an issue with mailboxes and snow...
Empower to Achieve
In our district, fostering a “culture of high expectations” is not just an aspiration; it’s a core pillar in our strategic plan that has...