Buzzing With Brilliance
7th grader Jace White, a beacon of geographical brilliance, triumphed in the 2024 Antioch Upper Grade School Geography Bee, outmaneuvering 19 other finalists with...
AUGS Recognized as a National School to Watch
Antioch Upper Grade School has achieved a significant milestone by being designated as a National School to Watch by the Association of Illinois Middle-Grade...
Striking a Chord: AUGS Band Director Leads Workshop for Illinois Music Educators
We are proud to shine a spotlight on one of our very own educators from Antioch Upper Grade School, Mr. Brendan Frank, who recently...
D34 Summer 2024 Calendar of Events
June
4 Summer Learning Open House 5:30-6:30 PM
5-27 Summer Learning & ESY
19 Juneteenth Holiday (no summer learning or ESY)
13 Popsicles With the Principal 1-2 PM
August
5-8...
D34 Celebrates Inaugural Spring Showcase
This past April, D34 proudly hosted its first annual Spring Showcase, an innovative event designed to bring together students, families, and the community to...
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...
Student Spotlight: Maryrose Dadivas Shinesin Lake County Art Contest
Maryrose Dadivas, a talented student from Antioch Upper Grade School, has achieved remarkable success by placing second in the Lake County Treasurer’s annual 6th-8th...
Hillcrest Elementary’s Student Council: Leaders in Action
At Hillcrest Elementary School, leadership and community service are not just taught—they are lived experiences. Thanks to the dedication of our 4th and 5th...
A Musical Journey with Joe George
Antioch Upper Grade School had the honor of hosting Joe George, a distinguished figure in the music industry, on Friday, December 8th. Joe George,...
Oakland Celebrates Creativity at 4th Annual STEM Night
At Oakland Elementary School’s 4th Annual STEM Night, students and families embarked on a creative journey filled with paper plate-themed engineering challenges. The gym...
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The Power of Collaboration: Actively Listening for Mutual Understanding
In previous editions of Connections, I have highlighted our District 117 Portrait of a Graduate which identifies six competencies we want our students to...
CHSD117 Unveils New Home for Life Skills Academy
CHSD117: Life Skills Academy
By Tanya Karner, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
In a significant move towards enhancing educational opportunities for students, Community High School...