Schools

With a massive facility upgrade on the horizon, Yorkville School District 115 funded a demographic study to see how prepared or unprepared their current buildings are for future enrollment growth. By 2029-2030, an extra 825 students are projected by the study.

Glenbard High School District 87 Superintendent David Larson reflects on 13 years leading the school district. Larson will step away from the position on July 1.

Lockport Township High School District 205's Board of Education honored its four graduating student board members.

Northern Illinois Food Bank is once again launching its free summer meals for kids program, now through Aug. 15.

Lockport Township announced the winners of its Lockport Township Government College Scholarships and the first Lockport Township Military Family College Scholarship.

Joliet Job Corps could be shuttered this summer as the Trump Administration moves to end the program nationwide. The 60-year program serves students from beyond Will County.

Teachers and staff from Gompers Junior High School in Joliet got the opportunity to sign the floor of the school's new gym last week as construction continues.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Superintendent Dr. Theresa Rouse and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tanisha Cannon discuss proposed changes to school funding, diversity initiatives, and technology policies from the Department of Education with Herald-News Reporter Jessie Molloy.

Herald-News reporter Jessie Molloy discusses Department of Education proposed changes and possible funding cuts with Joliet Township High School District 204 Superintendent Dr. Karla Guseman.

Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 is accepting letters of interest and applications to fill a vacancy on the Board of Education resulting from the resignation of board member Gari Matsey.

Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202's Superintendent Dr. Glenn Wood discusses the district's contingency plans for lost funding following a series of new rules from the Department of Education with Herald-News reporter Jessie Molloy.

Jessie Molloy discusses recent changes at the department of Education with Lockport Township High School District 205 Superintendent Dr. Robert McBride.

The LTHS 205 Foundation presented staff members nominated by students with their annual William and Mildred Jackson Teacher Recognition Award and the Golden Key Award on Thursday.

After four decades in the classroom, Ogden Avenue School's Nancy Ray Tusek will bring her teaching career to a close on Friday

Joliet Public Schools District 86 congratulated retiring employees who collectively worked for the district for 257 years.

Joliet Public Schools District 86's Forest Park I.E. was recognized this week as a National School of Character for the second time by Character.org.

Minooka Community High School’s committee for the Athletic Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025 inductees.

The Plainfield Foundation for Excellence has awarded 22 District 202 teachers with grants that will allow them to take part in special professional growth programs this summer.

Matt Baker originally thought he’d be a journalist, but a love for the classrooms of his youth was always in the back of his mind, so he changed his plans at the University of Illinois.

The Brent Wadsworth Alumni Golf Outing typically raises $25,000, which funds fall mini-grants for students and staff at Joliet Township High School District 204.

Will County Regional Office of Education Superintendent Dr. Lisa Caparelli-Ruff visited Bolingbrook High School Monday for a closer look at its reinforced windows as Clear-Armor security project nears completion throughout Will County.

Gov. JB Pritzker four years ago announced Lion Electric, now closed, was coming to Joliet. On Tuesday, he announced that a different Canadian electric bus manufacturer is coming to Peoria.

In Will County, Head Starts serves more than 800 families a year through a multi-service delivery program - with nearly 200 more on a waiting list for the program.

A Lockport music teacher at Walsh Elementary School said the education of teaching has become more dynamic and engaging for students.

"Super strengths" are many for the fifth-grade teacher from Coal City Intermediate School.

Her passion for teaching turns her classes into hands-on learning experiences that embrace a wealth of topics designed to nurture well-rounded students.

Bishop McNamara Catholic High School teacher Tracey Valant had dreams of being a hair stylist upon her high school graduation, but her father had other ideas.

Valley View School District 365U has fired three middle school staff members over inappropriate conduct with a student, according to the district.

Nurturing generosity of spirit is a lesson taken to heart by students at Immaculate Conception School in Morris, where a spirited year-round giving project helps a variety of nonprofits and their causes.

LockportTownship High School District 205 School Board officially seated its newly elected board members on Monday.

The Plainfield School District 202 board swore in two new members and three incumbents during a special reorganization meeting.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 has once again had its finance office recognized by the Association of School Business Officials International for the 40th consecutive year.

Schools in Will and Kankakee counties react to series of bus vandalism incidents with increased security measures for their vehicle fleets, while law enforcement continues investigations.

The crowning is observed as a time of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary by offering a crown of flowers to an image of Mary.

On April 24, the Woodland school board held its April Governing Board Meeting and a Special Organizational Meeting to welcome new board members after the April 1 election.

Schools in Will and Kankakee counties react to series of bus vandalism incidents with increased security measures for their vehicle fleets, while law enforcement continues investigations.

Joliet Public Schools District 86's Edna Keith elementary celebrated Arbor Day with the City of Joliet by planting a tree on its grounds.

Joliet Township High School District 204 held its annual Salute to Service Partnership Recognition event on April 10, recognizing the contributions of over 700 volunteers and donors to the district in 2025.

Officials within Minooka Community High School District 111 recently had strong words in opposition to a piece of legislation working its way through the Illinois General Assembly.

The Lincoln-Way High School District 210 Foundation is holding a raffle for a VIP graduation experience for families of graduating seniors. Deadline to enter is Wednesday.

Fifth-grade students from Joliet Public Schools District 86's A.O. Marshall Elementary took second place in a statewide competition meant to simulate investing and educate students on the American economic system.

The Illinois Department of Public Health has launched a new data dashboard to help school officials and the public monitor any outbreaks of measles, should one occur in Illinois.

An outside consultant will soon review bus routes in Minooka Community High School District 111 and Minooka Community Consolidated School District 201 and potentially recommend efficiencies.

Lockport Township High School District 205 Board of Education will welcome three new members in May alongside three returning incumbents.

Lockport Township High School’s treble a cappella group secured its place at the International Championship of High School A Cappella Finals in New York City in April.

Joliet West High School has announced the top 10 finalists for the Mr. and Ms. Alpha Omega, an award given to students who have contributed to school and community activities while maintaining excellent academic records.

Joliet Central High School has announced the top 10 finalists for this year's Mr. and Ms. J. Finalists were chosen by faculty based on school involvement, community service and character.

The Will County Regional Office of Education is utilizing cannabis tax funds from the Will County Board to add new layers of security to 21 high schools.

Joliet schools wait to see how President Trump's trade war with Canada will impact the costs of their ongoing construction projects.

The Valley View Community Unit School District 365U superintendent has been granted a contract extension through June 30, 2026.