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...
Respect + Courtesy = Pride
What an honor and privilege it is to be serving as the newest Principal of Lakes Community High School (LCHS)! Education has been a...
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...
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...
Learning New Skills
Have you ever built a chess board? Have you ever learned to speak another language? Have you ever been on stage and performed for...
Sharing Facilities & Embracing Opportunities
Sharing Facilities: CHSD117
District 117 includes two incredible high schools, Antioch and Lakes. Both schools have established traditions of success in the classroom and on...
Celebrating the Artistic Talents of Our Students and Staff!
The Sound of Lakes Marching Band @ Home Game 1: Aug 27, 7pm
The Sound of Lakes Marching Band @ Home Game 2: Oct 1,...
Bass Fishing Team Podiums
Antioch High School Bass Fishing Team won the Sectional Meet giving them a bid to the IHSA State Tournament, at Carlyle Lake, on May...
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...
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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...