Back To School: Lincoln-Way D210 2025-26 School Year Calendar

The first day of school is Aug. 19 for Lincoln-Way students.

Back To School: Frankfort District 157-C 2025-26 School Year Calendar

District 157-C students will head back to school on Aug. 21.

Back To School: Summit Hill 161 School Year 2025-26 Calendar

In Frankfort, Summit Hill District 161 students will head back to school on Aug. 20.

Two Lincoln-Way East Students Receive National Merit Scholarships

Frankfort residents and Lincoln-Way East students Caleb Lee and Garrin Donovan were awarded college-sponsored scholarships.

5 Lincoln-Way East Students Earn Perfect Score On ACT

"This is a huge accomplishment, and we are super proud of these students for their hard work and dedication to their academics," LWE said.

Lincoln-Way East Girls Soccer To Play In Sectional Final On Friday

The Griffins will play Lincoln-Way Central at 5 p.m. on Friday in the Joliet West sectional final.

Lincoln-Way D210 Earns Improved Bond Rating

This is the second bond rating upgrade in just three years for the District.

Former UIC Coach Will Lead Lincoln-Way East Basketball

Luke Yaklich will lead the boys varsity basketball team next year; and Jared Bruni will take over as the head boys water polo coach.

Hickory Creek Middle School Presents Spring Musical

Performances will be held at the school, 22150 S. 116th Ave. at 7 p.m. on May 16, 2 and 7 p.m. on May 17 and 2 p.m. on May 18.

Summit Hill 161 Challengers, 1 Incumbent Projected To Win: Results

Melissa Ryan, Amy Berk, Adrian Chavez, Patrick Oliphant and Ronnie Petrey are the projected winners for the Summit Hill Board of Ed.

Crowded Field Of Summit Hill 161 Candidates Vie For Board Of Education

There are two candidates running for one unexpired 2-year term; and eight candidates running for four 4-year terms.​

St. Mary Catholic School’s Sandwich Patrol Makes 1,000 Lunches

Students at St. Mary made 1,000 lunches for those in the community facing food insecurities.

Bill Curtin: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Katie Campbell: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Jim Martin: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Stefanie McCleish: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Ronnie Petrey: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Amy Berk: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Patrick Oliphant: Candidate For Summit Hill 161 Board Of Education

The consolidated election is April 1.

Winter Weather On Wednesday: E-Learning Day For D161, D157-C

The National Weather Service said the heaviest snow will be between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

Frankfort Chamber Announces Scholarship Program for LW East Seniors

The deadline to submit applications is March 6.

St. Mary Catholic School Celebrates 75 Years of Faith and Excellence

The entire St. Mary Community came to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of St. Mary Catholic School

Explore the St. Mary School Difference at the 2025 Open House Weekend

Celebrate 75 years of faith and academic excellence with St. Mary Catholic School during our 2025 Open House Weekend!

Lincoln-Way Board Of Education Candidates: April 2025 Election

According to the Will County Clerk's office, three people have filed to run for three 4-year terms that are up for election.

St. Mary Catholic School Starts “Sandwich Patrol” to Feed the Homeless

St. Mary Catholic School students made over 150 lunches to help Catholic Charities and DayBreak Shelter in Joliet.

St. Mary Catholic School Students Honor Veterans

St. Mary Catholic School Students Celebrate Veterans Day with a Week of Gratitude and Tribute to Local Heroes.

Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Willie Tripp Ross III has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Parents Push Special Education Board For Playground Fence

Parents say there have been issues with children running off from the playground at Lincoln-Way Area Special Education District 843.

St. Mary Catholic School Inducts National Junior Honor Society Members

St. Mary celebrated the newest members of their National Junior Honor Society at mass amongst students, faculty and staff, and families.

Lincoln-Way Marching Band Continues To Prep For Rose Parade

First, the LWMB will host the Lincoln-Way Marching Invitational at Lincoln-Way West High School on Oct. 12.

Lincoln-Way Schools Earn 2024 AP School Honor Roll Designation

Across the district, an average of 54 percent of seniors have taken at least one AP Exam during high school.

Eagle Scout Project Brings Outdoor Classroom To D161 School

Lily Bonovich, now a 16-year-old Lincoln-Way East junior, is a member of Scouting America Troop 732 in Frankfort.

St. Mary Catholic School Introduces 2024-2025 Student Council Members

St. Mary Catholic School introduced its 2024-2025 Student Council members, including 8th Grade Senior Officers and Junior 6-8th Officers.

Summit Hill Band Director Receives State Award

Coughlin, who is in her 44th year of teaching in Summit Hill School District 161, was the first full-time band director hired by D161.

Teacher Spotlight: Michelle Freeland Makes A Difference In Frankfort

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Dalia Sweis has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Three Lincoln-Way East HS Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Seniors Garrin Donovan, Caleb Lee and Owen Valerius were among more than 16,000 semifinalists named nationwide.

St. Mary Catholic School Celebrates Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day at St. Mary Catholic School is a heartfelt day of celebration and tradition.

Lincoln-Way Marching Band Hosts Tournament Of Roses President

The Lincoln-Way Marching Band will be at the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California, on New Year’s Day.

St. Mary Catholic School Kicks Off 75th Year with Record Enrollment

St. Mary Catholic School Kicks Off 75th Year with Record Enrollment, Welcomes Students Back for the 2024-25 School Year.