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The last school year has been consumed with the pandemic and the changes the pandemic brought upon all of us. The shifts observed in...

Lakes Welcomes New Athletic Director

At the February 2021 board meeting, Matt Rife was officially hired as the new athletic director at Lakes Community High School. Rife, who has...

LCHS Summer Freshman Academy

Lakes Community High School welcomed 65 students to our Summer Freshman Academy (SFA) from July 13-31, 2020. Since 2008, SFA has been preparing students...

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...

Highlighting Three Eagles Pursuing Activities Outside of School

Axel Ellis Axel, a senior at LCHS, began taking guitar lessons at the age of five. He has been in multiple jazz bands, was a...

The Importance of Belonging

Throughout the history of mankind, people have the need to belong in the community in which they live. The importance of belonging is vital...

Eagle Theatre Performs at IHSTF

Eagle Theatre was selected to perform their fall play, Failure: A Love Story, at the 45th annual Illinois High School Theatre Festival in January....

LCHS During the Pandemic

When a storm is coming, all other birds seek shelter. The eagle alone avoids the storm by flying above it. So in the storm...

Letter from Principal Dave Newberry

I am often asked, “What is it like to work in an empty school building during the summer?” I always find this funny because...

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...

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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...