2 Evergreen Park Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Finalists

Evergreen Park Community High School seniors Benjamin Long and Maximillian Castillo are National Merit Scholarship finalists.

Evergreen Park Mustangs Win First Game On New Turf Field

Friday Night Football was poetry in motion with new turf, a dazzling half-time show, rowdy student section and a Mustang 49-31 win.

EPCHS Recognized As 'School Of Distinction' By IL Arts Education

EPCHS is one of only eight schools statewide receiving the prestigious honor this year from the Illinois Arts Education Association.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Erika Lynn Whitehead, Class Of 2000

Teachers at EPCHS inspired the assistant principal of Catalyst Circle Rock middle school to seek a career in education.

22 EPCHS Students Earn Academic Honors from National College Board

College Board National Recognition Program recognizes more than 90,000 high-performing students to help open opportunities for their future.

New Teachers Welcomed to Evergreen Park Community High School

EPCHS adds six new teachers and one social worker for the 2024-2025 school year.

2024 Evergreen Park Mustangs Football Schedule Released

Find out who Evergreen Park Community High School plays when the season kicks off Aug. 30.

D231 Interim Superintendent Ready To Guide EPCHS Through School Year

Retired D229 Supt. Michael Riordan is ready to lead Evergreen Park Community High School while board searches for permanent replacement.

Back To School: EPCHS 2024-2025 Academic Calendar

All grades report Aug. 12 to Evergreen Park Community High School for the start of a new school year.

Retired D229 Administrator Named Interim Superintendent Of EPCHS D231

Dr. Michael Riordan, formerly of OLCHS Dist. 229, has been named interim superintendent of Evergreen Park Community High School for 2024-25.

D124 Special Olympics Event Bridges Inclusivity Gap

Over 50 Dist. 124 students ages 6-12 competed in the first Young Athletes Level II event to be held in South Cook County.

Free Strength & Conditioning Camp Open To All EPCHS Student-Athletes

About 160 kids have already taken part in fitness activities in the Fitness Center, Large Gym and new 3rd floor training center.

Longtime EPCHS Principal’s Secretary Carol McCormick to Retire

After 24 years in the Principal's Office at Evergreen Park Community High School, Carol McCormick will retire at the end of June.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Phil Hill, Class Of 2017

Now a 4-time national champion cheerleader, Phil Hill traces his love of the sport back to his days at Evergreen Park Community High School.

EPCHS Juneteenth Exhibit Opens Saturday At Evergreen Park Library

The works of 70 Evergreen Park students embodying the spirit of Juneteenth will be showcased at the Evergreen Park library opening June 1.

22 Evergreen Park Students Recognized For Their 'Mustang Pride'

Evergreen Park Community High School students were recognized with Mustang Pride Awards for achievements in and out of the classroom.

Career Fair Connects Central Middle School Students With Professionals

Sixth, seventh and eighth grade students got to explore dozens of career options at Central Middle School's Career Fair.

Actor, Emmy Award-Winner, Late Gary Sievers Inducted In EPCHS Hall

'Give 'Em Hell Harry!' actor and three-time Emmy winner actor Gary Sievers '68 was inducted posthumously into Evergreen Park Hall of Fame.

IHSA eSports State Finals Return To Evergreen Park This Weekend

Host EP Mustangs will have 12 students competing for state championships in Rocket League, Smash Brothers Crew Battle and Mario Kart.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Jon Czerwien, Class Of 2004

Firefighter Jon Czerwien was a sophomore at EPCHS on September 11, 2001, when he was immediately inspired to choose the career path he did.

EPCHS Recognized As 'Best Community For Music Education'

Evergreen Park Community High School is one of 32 schools in Illinois recognized by NAMI Foundation for its commitment to music education.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Karen Goraleski, Class Of 1971

Karen Goraleski spent 13 years as the CEO of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.

Queen of Martyrs School Plans Spring 'Inspiring A Better Future' Gala

Join Queen of Martyrs Sunday, April 14, at 115 Bourbon Street for the annual spring gala featuring food, drink, music, raffles and more.

Leadership Shuffled At Dist. 124 Central Middle School

Evergreen Park ESD 124 board approves principal and associate principal appointments and other changes to bring stability to CMS.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Kimberly Knudsen, Class Of 1988

The owner of Kimberly K Hair Studio left the corporate world to pursue her passion.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Rongner Bergmark, Class Of 1962

One of EPCHS' earliest graduates has owned Franklen Equipment, Inc. for more than 50 years.

EPCHS Baseball Team Throwback Uniforms Honor Kansas City Monarchs

Evergreen Park Mustangs' 1920s-era baseball uniforms pay homage to the legendary Negro League franchise and will be worn at home games.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Maggie Suchoski, Class Of 2010

A 2-time state bowling qualifier at EPCHS, Maggie Suchoski is now a teacher and the assistant coach for the school's girls bowling team.

AYSO Offering FREE Band & Orchestra Clinics

Middle School & High School - Free Band & Orchestra Clinics

Evergreen Park Boys Basketball Wins First Regional Title Since 1973

Evergreen Park Mustangs beat Hillcrest 74-60 for regional title, advancing to sectional Tuesday, Feb. 27 against top-seeded Thornton Twp.

Scholarships Available for Fall ‘24-American Youth Symphony Orchestra

Scholarships Available for Young Musicians - Chamber Music & Orchestra Programs - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments

Evergreen Park Science Teacher Named Outstanding Early Career Educator

Evergreen Park Community High School science teacher Bryn Zingrebe named to the Illinois State Board of Education Teacher of the Year Cohort

EPCHS Sweeps High School Welding Competition At Moraine Valley

The Mustangs took first in the team welding competition over three other schools and brought home all three individual awards.

EPCHS Students Collect 350 Pounds Of Dog And Cat Food For Tnley PAWS

Evergreen Park Community High School collected dog and cat food, toys and blankies to assist the animal shelter following a dryer fire.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Lauren Finnegan, Class Of 2006

Now a behavioral health director, Lauren Finnegan was inspired to study psychology while in class with Mr. Boersma at EPCHS.

Catholic Schools Week Open Houses Offered At MHR, Queen of Martyrs

Queen of Martyrs and Most Holy Redeemer plan open houses and tours for prospective families Sunday, Jan. 28, for Catholic Schools Week.

EPCHS Hosts Karaoke Showdown Fundraiser For AERO Special Ed Co-Op

Evergreen Park Community High School will host a Karaoke Showdown fundraiser Jan. 31, featuring singers from EPCHS, OLCHS, Reavis and Argo.

EPCHS Students Collecting Pet Food For Tinley PAWS After Dryer Fire

Evergreen Park Community High School students are holding a pet food drive for the displaced shelter pets through Friday, Jan. 26.

Dangerous Wind Chills: EP School Closures For Tuesday

A wind chill warning is in effect until noon Tuesday.

EPCHS Alum In The Spotlight: Kacey Gardner, Class Of 2018

A member of one of the best Lady Mustang basketball teams of all-time now plays professional hoops in Portugal.