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...

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...

Those Who Excel

Each year, the Illinois State Board of Education sponsors the Those Who Excel program to honor individuals who have made a significant contribution to...

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...

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...

Shared Experiences

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

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...

D117 Welcomes Two New Principals

NEW PRINCIPALS: CHSD117 Community High School District 117 is eager to announce Jori Bowen has accepted the position at Lakes Community High School as principal...

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...

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Grand Opening of Vern Thelen Park

I am deeply honored to continue serving as your Antioch Township Supervisor. Running for office is never easy, and I’m sincerely grateful for the...

Antioch Township Schedule of Senior Events: July – September 2025

Monday Movie Series for Seniors Location: Antioch Movie Theatre, 378 Lake StreetTime: All movies start at 10 AM (Theatre opens at 9:30 AM)July 21: Driving...

New Superintendent Appointed at Grass Lake School District 36

After careful consideration, Dr. William Newby has announced his decision to retire as Superintendent of Grass Lake School District 36 following the 2025-2026 school...