A Time of Reflection
As fall activities and sports give way to winter, it is important to provide pause and reflect on the year to this point. By...
Career and Tech Education Department Brings Back Mock Interview to D117
Mock Interviews: ACHS
Mock Interviews returned to ACHS for the first time since March 12, 2020! Students in Personal Finance and Life Resource Management were...
Lakes Fall Play Creates One of a Kind Experience for Audience
Theater: LCHS
For the first time in recent Lakes history, the theater department brought the audience onto the stage with our actors. Eagle Theatre presented...
Sequoit Theater Plays to Sold Out Audiences
Theater: ACHS
The Sequoit Theatre produced the production Puffs by Matt Cox. Puffs looks at the life of Wayne, Megan, Oliver, and other fellow Puffs...
Antioch Social Studies Prepares Students for Civic Engagement
Social Studies: ACHS
On Wednesday, November 2, all Government students at ACHS had the opportunity to participate in a mock election that was sponsored by...
Little Sequoits and Eagles Bring Halloween Energy to D117
Halloween: CHSD117
Little Sequoits celebrated the season with an epic Trick-or-Treat through the halls of ACHS! The costumes were adorable but the expressions of wonder...
Lakes Recognized for Commitment to Illinois Democracy Schools Network
Democracy: LCHS
Last week, Lakes Community High School was recognized for renewing its commitment to Illinois Democracy Schools, a growing network of schools across the...
Antioch and Lakes Enjoy Homecoming Traditions
Homecoming: CHSD117
During the week of September 12th, Lakes Community High School held their Homecoming festivities with the theme of Candyland that surely was a...
Antioch Concludes Successful Fall Athletic Season
Athletics: ACHS
The Antioch athletic department concluded an incredibly successful 2022 fall season. The football program won their 6th NLCC title in 7 years and...
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The Power of Collaboration: Actively Listening for Mutual Understanding
In previous editions of Connections, I have highlighted our District 117 Portrait of a Graduate which identifies six competencies we want our students to...
CHSD117 Unveils New Home for Life Skills Academy
CHSD117: Life Skills Academy
By Tanya Karner, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
In a significant move towards enhancing educational opportunities for students, Community High School...