Downtown Antioch Welcomes Open Space Redevelopment Groundbreaking
Blighted property to be redeveloped into park space, with an exposed creek waterway, performance space, splash pad, and inclusive playground
Before a crowd of residents,...
Summer of Music at the Bandshell
The “It’s Thursday” summer concert series concluded on August 10th, providing a summer of great music and fun memories. The final concert of the...
Introducing District 117 Portrait of a Graduate
In previous editions of Connections, I shared updates on the work of our strategic plan coalition of students, staff, families, and community members. This...
TechSmart Pilots Computer Science for Students
Computer Science - CHSD117
TechSmart is a new course we are piloting in the 2022-23 school year with a curriculum pathway that will have a...
Communicating with Families
Communication - CHSD117
Communicating effectively with our families and community is a priority for Community High School District 117. We believe that communication leads to...
Building a Home Away from Home
I sometimes say that I loved high school so much that I never left, as my entire career has been spent in a high school....
Spring Music & Visual Arts Festival a Success
Music & Arts - CHSD117
One of the highlights of the D117 Fine Arts Department is the annual Spring D117 Music and Visual Arts Festival....
Sequoits’ Spring Sports Wrapup
Athletics - ACHS
Baseball finished with a 21-13-1 record. TJ Schuyler earned NLCC Player of the Year and NLCC All-Conference recognition. Joining him as all-conference...
Eagles Celebrate Twenty Years
Do you remember what you were doing 20 years ago on August 23, 2004? Some of you were so young, you were not even...
Lakes Teacher Awarded Seminar Grant
Awards - LCHS
Congratulations to Lakes HS teacher, Ms. Alex Jarosz, who was one of 40 educators nationwide to participate in a competitive weeklong...
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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...