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...

Another IHSA Academic All State Selection for Lakes Community High School

LCHS: Academic All State The Illinois High School Association’s (IHSA) Academic All State Team is the top honor a senior student athlete can receive...

Lakes Athletics Enjoys Fall Success

Athletics: LCHS Lakes Community High School enjoyed numerous noteworthy accomplishments during the 2022 fall athletic season. Senior Josh Anderson concluded a very successful high school...

Antioch and Lakes Enjoy Homecoming Traditions

Homecoming: CHSD117 During the week of September 12th, Lakes Community High School held their Homecoming festivities with the theme of Candyland that surely was a...

Little Sequoits and Eagles Bring Halloween Energy to D117

Halloween: CHSD117 Little Sequoits celebrated the season with an epic Trick-or-Treat through the halls of ACHS! The costumes were adorable but the expressions of wonder...

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...

Lakes Recognized for Commitment to Illinois Democracy Schools Network

Democracy: LCHS Last week, Lakes Community High School was recognized for renewing its commitment to Illinois Democracy Schools, a growing network of schools across the...

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...

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....

Eagle Pals Floor Hockey Game

Hockey: LCHS On Wednesday, October 26th, our Eagle Pals participated in a floor hockey game in the James McKay Center against our high flying faculty....

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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...