D117 Reinvents Freshmen Orientation
Traditionally District 117 high schools, Antioch and Lakes, have hosted a Freshmen and New Student Orientation leading up to the start of freshmen year....
Briefly Noted: ACHS
ACHS Madrigal Choir goes “On The Air”The ACHS Madrigal Choir was once again invited to sing on the Steve Cochran Morning Show on WGN...
ACHS: BRIEFLY NOTED
Joint Holiday ConcertThe D117 Combined Holiday/Winter Concert went live on December 16, 2020, on YouTube. This concert included all of the musicians in District...
Senior Students Register to Vote
Social Studies teacher, Alex Jarosz, headed up a Voter Registration drive for our senior students ahead of election day, while teacher Meghan McDonnell, coordinated...
Winter Play: The Monologue Show
ACHS theatre brought us, The Monologue Show, a completely relaxed and exciting performance opportunity that was open to students and faculty. The community was...
Accomplished Students
Top One Percent
Congratulations to Elijah Ruano for receiving the NASDA Academic All-American Award. This award is given to 1% of the nation. To qualify...
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...
CHSD117 Launches New Website & App
Community High School District 117 launched a new public relations campaign to increase parental engagement through the use of technology. The campaign is part...
Running Strong
The ACHS Cross Country team gets ready for their meet at Grayslake.
The Paths of Our Graduates After District 117
In previous editions of Connections I have shared how proud we are of our new D117 Portrait of a Graduate that provides six competencies...
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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...
Showcasing Students’ Talent
As the proud Superintendent of District 34, I get the privilege of witnessing the remarkable talents and achievements of our students across the district....
Service with a Smile: AUGS Warrior Brew Bunch
During a typical morning at Antioch Upper Grade School, as the first bell rings, the students in Ms. Stetkus’ and Mr. Dabrowski’s classes are...