1964: The Tribute to Perform for ACHS Benefit Concert
The benefit concert is scheduled for May 10th. The benefit is presented by the ACHS Class of 1964 Reunion Committee. All tickets sold will...
CLC College and Career Navigator Guides CHSD 117 Students with a Plan for Their...
CLC Navigator: CHSD117
Community High School District 117 welcomes Michelle Gutierrez, a College of Lake County College and Career Navigator, to help high school students...
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...
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....
D117 Celebrates Student Voice
CHSD117: Student Voice
Both Antioch and Lakes High School provide numerous opportunities for students to share their voices, thoughts, opinions, passions, and experiences through...
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...
Running Strong
The ACHS Cross Country team gets ready for their meet at Grayslake.
Focused on the Student Experience
I am honored to be serving in my first year as superintendent and am dedicated to continuing the tradition of excellence that is evidenced by...
True Sense of Community
As I sat down to compose my first message in Connections Magazine, I looked at previous editions and found myself spending a considerable time...
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...
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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...