Kindergarten Informational Meetings Scheduled: Report

Parents of incoming kindergarteners are reportedly invited to the meetings.

D155 Schools Partner With Park District To Feature Nature Photography

The Nature-Based Photography Showcase will be on display through January 31.

​D155 Students Selected For 2017 All-State Musical

The All-State cast, crew, and pit orchestra are comprised of top student performers, musicians, and technicians from the state of Illinois.

District 155 Board Approves Implementation Of 1:1 Technology Program

Each student will have access to a Chromebook throughout the school day and one to take home, as well.

288 D155 Students Named ISAC State Scholars

Scholars are chosen based on ACT or SAT test scores and sixth semester class rank. Honorees will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

Lundahl Middle School in Session Friday After ‘Concerning’ Social Media Post Circulates

​Authorities and school officials said the social media post was deemed not credible.

Cary-Grove High Junior Earns Perfect Score on ACT on His First Try

​Well done, Paul Tschurtz. The Cary-Grove High School junior earned a perfect 36 on the ACT in recent months.

'Dory' School Bus Wins Best Use of Lights in Holiday Parade

District 47 school bus driver Stacey Balmes enjoys dreaming up ways to 'dress up the bus' for the Festival of Lights parade in Crystal Lake.

Target Grant Helps Fund New Children's Fitness Center at South Elementary

PE teacher Patrick Houk awarded grants to purchase new fitness equipment.

Confederate Flag-Wearing High School Kid Suspended: Report

He reportedly wore a Confederate flag around his neck in school. Twice.

Learn the 10 Latest Apps for Keeping Kids Safe Online at Parent University

​Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 will host its second annual fall Parent University event in coming weeks.

Walk to School Day 2016: Crystal Lake School Participates

A Crystal Lake school joins more than 4,000 other schools around the world in taking a walk on Wednesday.

Lundahl Eighth Graders Donate “Buddy Bench” to North Elementary Students

Buddy Bench builds character, teaches leadership and encourages friendship and social interaction at recess.

D155 Students Achieve Highest ACT Composite Score in District History

Prairie Ridge High School also set a new record with its recent graduating class earning a composite score of 24.2

5 Crystal Lake, Cary Elementary Schools Ranked Among the Best in the Suburbs

Five elementary schools and four high schools earned top spots in Chicago magazine’s 2016 rankings.

160 District 155 Students Attend First-Ever AP Boot Camp

The goal of the one-day session was to help students understand the rigors of AP courses.

2 Local Schools Make Newsweek’s Top High Schools List

Crystal Lake Central and Cary-Grove high Schools have been ranked among the best high schools in the U.S.

Important Dates for Upcoming School Year at Crystal Lake-Cary Schools

Here are all the important dates for the 2016-2017 school year families need to know.

Meet the 10 New Administrators Joining District 47 This School Year

Find out which new leaders will be joining the district in the 2016-17 school year.

School District Didn't Investigate Alleged Sex Assault in Pool Following Water Polo Game: Statement

Lawyers told officials to wait for the results of a police investigation, according to District 128. Police never filed charges in the case.

District 47 Kindergartners Can Meet Their Bus, Bus Driver at Open House

The fourth annual Transportation Open House will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 10.

Crystal Lake Principals Teach Alternative Student Discipline to Illinois Educators

Workshops on restorative justice offer Illinois school districts solutions as new Illinois law takes effect this fall.

Prairie Grove District 46 Named Freedom Award Recipient

The school district was among 15 employers throughout the United States to receive the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award.

Five District 47 Students Win Local Art Contest

Congrats!

Indian Prairie Elementary Students, Staff Honor Retiring Principal With 'Clap Out'

Jim Kelley has been the principal at Indian Prairie Elementary School for the past 22 years.

Canterbury Elementary honors children and unites families with Day of the Child celebration

Approximately 275 attended the school-wide Latino celebration honoring children on April 30.

Hannah Beardsley Students to Present During 'TED Talks' Thursday

The talks will be held at the middle school on Thursday evening.

Second Crystal Lake South Student Earns Perfect Score on ACT

It's a rare feat, but two Crystal Lake South students so far this year have earned a score of 36 on the ACT.

Lundahl Middle School PE Teacher Publishes Book on School's 24-Hour Challenge Run

The 24-Run Experience is now available to buy.

Lundahl Eighth Grader Competes in State Geography Bee

C.J. Boebel one of 100 students across the state to qualify for the annual event sponsored by National Geographic.

District 155 Approves Swimming Pool Contract With YMCA for 2016-17 Practices, Meets

District 155 competitive swimming teams will again hold practices at the Sage YMCA in 2016-17 under a newly approved contract.

Cary-Grove, Prairie Ridge High Schools Ranked Among Best High Schools in State

U.S. News and World Report released its annual best high schools list Wednesday.

Cary District 26 School Board, Teacher's Union Reach Tentative Agreement on Contract

The school board and teacher's union announced they had reached a tentative agreement to extend the current contract through 2018.

Prairie Ridge Senior Accepted Into Julliard School of Dance

Catherine Lasak is one of 12 women worldwide to be accepted into the prestic

Indian Prairie Fourth-Grader Wins "Future Chefs" Contest

District 47 and food service provider Sodexo host first annual culinary competition.

Cary-Grove High School Teacher Selected as Golden Apple Finalist

The 30 finalists for the 2016 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching were announced Monday.

New Principal Approved for Indian Prairie Elementary School

Jodie Moss will replace current principal, Jim Kelley, when he retires at the end of this school year.

Glacier Ridge Elementary Receives Outdoor Classroom Grant

Students will take part in a beautification project at the school after receiving a grant to help fund an outdoor courtyard garden.

Bernotas 7th Grader Wins Regional Spelling Bee

Serena Huberty took first place in the Region II Bee.

District 47 Names New Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning

Congrats to Scott Kubelka!