Taking Project Based Learning to the Streets of Antioch
Celebrations are underway for the third year of PBL (Project Based Learning) now being completed at Grass Lake School in Antioch. This major change...
Girls Basketball Win with Nail-biting Finish
It’s safe to say that this year’s championship victory for GLS came a lot harder than expected.
With a final score 27-26, the Braves have...
‘Hour of Code’ Inspires Students
Hour of Code is a nationwide event where students of all ages are allowed to explore the world of coding. At Grass Lake, we...
Science Educator Stacy Kingery Named as Solar Eclipse Partner
As a young girl, Stacy Kingery was immersed in exploring the world around her. She knew science was all around her. Her grandpa was...
Learning to Lead
Students in Mrs. O’Connor’s Seventh and Eighth Grade Enrichment classes have been studying the concept of leadership. They have made significant connections to their...
Statebound at GLS
Our very own 8th grader, Salazar Villalpando was the Lakes Region Conference Champion as he took 1st place at the Cross Country Conference Meet...
Wizards in Training
“We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided.” Albus Dumbledore The staff at Grass Lake School had...
Student Choir Performs at Chicago Wolves Game
On Sunday, November 19th, the Grass Lake School choir along with other local choirs have been invited to perform a patriotic song at the...
Daily Planner Cover Contest
At the beginning of every year, Grass Lake School students get a daily planner so they can keep track of their busy school lives....
State Champ Track and Field
Congratulations to Logan L. who double medaled at the IESA Class 1A/2A State Track & Field Meet of 2023. Despite having a shortened track...
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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...