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New Chapel Attendance Policy Grants Amnesty, Imposes Stricter Punishment Among Other Changes
On Aug. 26, the chaplain’s office emailed all undergraduate students to announce an updated chapel service attendance policy. The revisions describe new consequences for exceeding 11 excused absences while on good chapel standing, chapel warning status and chapel probation. The 2024-2025 Student Handbook includes all changes in detail. Steve...
Twenty-eight unanswered points helps Benet Academy football to a week one win over Hillcrest
Week one of the high school football season has Benet Academy making a trip down I-80 to Country Club Hills to take on Hillcrest. The Redwings hope for a strong start after three straight 4-5 campaigns, while the Hawks look to build on their second-round playoff appearance in 2023. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.
Oswego football shines in week one matchup against Neuqua Valley
IHSA football is back in action for the 2024 season, as Neuqua Valley travels to face Oswego. Last year’s season opener saw Oswego shut out Neuqua 13-0 as the Wildcats are looking for revenge. Both teams are coming off playoff appearances. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Oswego football...
Strong running game helps Naperville Central football run past Hinsdale Central
The high school football season is here as Naperville Central begins the year at home against Hinsdale Central. The Redhawks bring back new and familiar faces including a new quarterback in senior Sebastian Hayes. Hayes and the Hawks are looking to take down a Red Devils squad that is hoping to rebound after a 3-6 campaign in 2023. Naperville Central advanced to the second round of the 8A playoffs before falling to Barrington. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.
Reavis starts the 2024 season off with a W
Kicking off the 2024 season Reavis hosted the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. College Preparatory High School Jaguars, under the lights, on Thursday August 29. FINAL: Reavis 30, King College Prep. 16. After the game WCCN spoke with head coach Tim Zasada and running back Jorden Brown. Special thank you...
New Dean Kelsey Keith aims to help students succeed
Starting a new chapter in her career in education, new Dean of Students Kelsey Keith just began her first year at North. She is now working with students with last names that range from Per-Z. Originally an English teacher, Keith has a passion for helping students. “I just love what...
Benet girls golf remains undefeated against Providence Catholic
Benet Academy girls golf started the regular season with a win last week over St. Viator and a first-place finish in the McGonagle Championship. The Redwings look to remain undefeated as they welcome Providence Catholic to River Bend. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Madelyn Maldonado and Benet girls golf...
OPRF commits to being more ‘welcoming’ while ‘respecting differences’
Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 welcomed families back for the 2024-25 school year with a written statement of commitment to creating an inclusive environment at the school following numerous accusations of antisemitism during last school year. In an email titled, “Our Commitment to an Inclusive Environment,”...
OPRF approves lease for CITE program in River Forest
Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 will continue to host its Community Integration Transition Education programming at the River Forest Community Center following a lease approval during the school’s August board meeting. The school board unanimously approved a lease agreement with RFCC to continue to host...
West Chicago Community High School’s Leslie Fireman Honored as JEA Rising Star
West Chicago Community High School is proud to announce that Leslie Fireman, the dedicated. teacher and adviser of the school’s online publication, The Chronicle, has been recognized as one. of nine recipients of the Journalism Education Association (JEA) Rising Star award. Fireman is. the only honoree from Illinois, highlighting...
Week 1 Football Capsules: Breaking Down the Your Prep Sports Area Games
City High (0-0) at Joliet Catholic (0-0) Where: Joliet Memorial Stadium, 7 p.m. Player to watch: City High senior quarterback Bobby Bacon (6-1, 180) completed 68 percent of his passes last season while throwing for 2,193 yards and 18 touchdowns with eight interceptions. Key stat: Joliet Catholic rushed for 374...
Soccer Recap: Chesterton Academy of the Holy Family Wins Going Away Against Mooseheart
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Aurora Central Catholic, Chesterton Academy of the Holy Family was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 7-3 margin over the Mooseheart Red Ramblers. The score was close at the half, but Chesterton Academy of the Holy Family pulled away in the second half with five goals.
District 94 Board of Education Meeting September 3, 2024 at 7PM , Agenda, Livestream Link
Notice of Board of Education Meeting for District 94. (Community High School/High School) Meeting Date and Time: September 3, 2024 – 7:00 PM. Livestream link for 09/03/2024 Meeting: https://bit.ly/3XqlsSH. View the Agenda for the 09/03/2024 Meeting: https://bit.ly/3AJeuQ3. MEETING LOCATION:. West Chicago Community High School. Community Room (1114/1116) 326 Joliet...
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