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June 05, 2025
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Mandy Waughop earns Educator of the Year Award in Downers Grove District 58

Mandy Waughop earns Educator of the Year Award in Downers Grove District 58

Resource teacher earns honors for her creativity and tireless dedication in helping students succeed.

By Renee Tomell●
May 27, 2025 at 12:22 pm CDT

Nazareth teacher followed in dad’s footsteps, enjoys the challenges math offers

Nazareth teacher followed in dad’s footsteps, enjoys the challenges math offers

Nazareth Academy math teacher credits her father for inspiring career

By Steve Metsch●
May 27, 2025 at 11:51 am CDT

Physical fitness, wellness the focus for Downers Grove North PE teacher

Physical fitness, wellness the focus for Downers Grove North PE teacher

Downers Grove North PE teacher strives to involve students interested in team sports

By Cathy Janek●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Physical fitness, wellness the focus for Downers Grove North PE teacher

Physical fitness, wellness the focus for Downers Grove North PE teacher

Downers Grove North PE teacher strives to involve students interested in team sports

By Cathy Janek●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Thank You Teacher Letters 2025: Suburban Life

Thank You Teacher Letters 2025: Suburban Life

Read our letters submitted by students and parents to Suburban Life for our 2025 Thank You Teachers special edition

By Kate Santillan●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Montini’s theater director inspired by student growth during a production

Montini’s theater director inspired by student growth during a production

Montini Catholic High School theater director Jackie Martin also teaches an honors theater class, which includes more technical skills and further delves into acting techniques.

By Cathy Janek, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Downers Grove North chemistry teacher will miss students’ energy, curiosity

Downers Grove North chemistry teacher will miss students’ energy, curiosity

Downers Grove North’s Mike Heinz may be in his last year serving as chairman of the school’s science department but he has no plans on slowing down.

By Cathy Janek●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Lyons Township PE teacher ‘won the lottery’ when she returned to alma mater

Lyons Township PE teacher ‘won the lottery’ when she returned to alma mater

A former Lyons Township High School student and athlete considers herself lucky to teach at her alma mater

By Cathy Janek●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Golden Apple finalist ‘speechless’ about news of distinction

Golden Apple finalist ‘speechless’ about news of distinction

Special education teacher James Rowe initially didn't believe he was a Golden Apple finalist

By Cathy Janek●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Glenbard East teachers receive Those Who Excel awards

Glenbard East teachers receive Those Who Excel awards

Two Glenbard East teachers have received a prestigious award from the Illinois State Board of Education

By Shaw Local News Network●
April 11, 2025 at 12:56 pm CDT
Choice of summer job is life-changing for Downers Grove North senior

Choice of summer job is life-changing for Downers Grove North senior

Downers Grove North High School senior Colin Finn earned a free ride to college as a recipient of the Chick Evans Scholarship

By Steve Metsch for Shaw Local News Network●
April 10, 2025 at 11:29 am CDT
District 99 plan to outsource custodial services met with questions, criticism

District 99 plan to outsource custodial services met with questions, criticism

A proposal to outsource custodial, maintenance and grounds services in Community High School District is being questioned

By Bob Rakow●
March 19, 2025 at 11:52 am CDT

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