12 Highland Park Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

The 12 HPHS students who made the cut as semifinalists for National Merit Scholarships had test scores in the top 1 percent nationwide.

Students Learn About WWII From Those Who Lived It On Museum Trip

World War II veterans accompanied Highland Park and Deerfield high schools students on a trip to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.

Township High School District 113 School Calendar 2018-19

When's the first day of school in Township High School District 113? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

NSSD-112 Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School

When's the first day of school in North Shore School District 112? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Mold Remediation Underway At HPHS Ahead Of First Day Of Classes

Newly discovered mold inside Highland Park High School led the District 113 board to pay more than $94,000 to clean it up before Monday.

District 112 Exploring Selling Unused Assets, Combining Schools

NSSD112 Superintendent Mike Lubelfeld is looking for community feedback to move beyond the 'configuration and cuts' chapter in the district.

Sexting, Gambling, Cheating Bans Updated By District 113 Board

New board policies also explicitly forbid transporting students in the personal vehicles of district employees.

D113 Appoints HPHS Interim Principal, Inclusion Coordinator

Officials hired Deborah Finn as the new HPHS principal and Mirah Anti as the district’s equity and inclusion coordinator.

Is no news good news in Highland Park?

Censorship in Highland Park and Deerfield

Cash & Carry: $1.013 Million in Paper Bills

Why residents cannot afford for Township High School District 113 to go back for the future.

Retired Superintendents, Board Member Named To Lead District 113

D-113 board is set to approve contracts with a pair of retired administrators, a new board member and an assistant superintendent Friday.

District 113 Board Candidate, HPHS Principal Vacancy Announced

A former board president will be interviewed next week to fill the vacant seat before votes on a pair of interim superintendents.

Board Rescinds Job Offer To Highland Park Principal

In a special meeting Thursday, a school district in Evergreen Park voted to terminate its association with NSSD-112's Matt Eriksen.

Controversial Principal Banned From Contact With Staff: Lawyer

A letter from an attorney for NSSD-112 also asked on-leave "principal on special assignment" Matt Eriksen to stay off district property.

Highland Park, Highwood Students Awarded Merit Scholarships

Students from Highland Park, Highwood and Deerfield were awarded four-year college-sponsored National Merit scholarships.

Oakton Recognizes Highland Park President's Scholar

Highland Park resident Lindsey Byster recognized as Oakton Community College fall 2017 President's Scholar

Middle School Principal Resigned In Wake Of #MeToo Investigation

Former Edgewood principal Matt Eriksen was put on leave for "personal reasons" after an investigation into workplace misconduct allegations.

District 113 Pays $300K To Make Superintendent Go Away

Last year, Christopher Dignam got a raise and contract extension 7 months into his 1st superintendent gig. This year he gets a severance.

D-113 Set To Part Ways With Superintendent

The District 113 board will consider a separation agreement with Superintendent Christopher Dignam at a special meeting Tuesday.

4 Highland Park Students Named Among National Merit Winners

Four Highland Park High School seniors were awarded 2018 National Merit Scholarships.

D-112 Names New Wayne Thomas Principal

North Shore School District 112's board approved the hiring of Michael Rodrigo, currently an assistant principal in Deerfield District 109.

HPHS Names Alum As Head Football Coach

The head coach of Highland Park High School football is David Lindquist, a former captain of the HPHS Giants and Fighting Illini.

North Shore District 112 Plans To Lay Off 65 Staff Members

The NSSD-112 layoffs come as the district closes Elm Place Middle School and Lincoln Elementary.

New NSSD112 Superintendent Meets Community, Seeks Feedback

"Worry only about not going to keep up with the success that you realize from your child's education," Mike Lubelfeld assured the community.

NSSD-112 Hires New Architecture Firm

Wight & Company will begin an assessment immediately, leading to a long-term North Shore District 112 facilities plan.

2018 HPHS Charity Drive Silent Auction Supports Cal's Angels

The 25th annual student fundraiser supports a charity devoted to helping kids with cancer.

NSSD112 Administrators Abruptly Cancel Theater Trip To HPHS

A performance of the show "Heathers" at Highland Park High Schoool is "not an appropriate activity" for 8th graders, the district said.

Local Schools Start Allowing Tax Freezes On Historic Homes

Districts 112 and 113 have joined the state's Historic Property Tax Assessment Freeze Program.

Pizza Bowl and Baker's Cup Showcase Returns To D-113

The 6th annual pizza and dessert event benefits the District 113 Education Foundation.

NSSD112 Looking For Architectural Committee Members

The school district wants qualified community members to be involved in picking architectural firms.

Meet Mike Lubelfeld At NSSD112 Community Event

The public is invited to RSVP to a February event with North Shore School District 112's new superintendent.

District 112 Board Approves Maximum Tax Levy Hike

Even though it's closing two schools next year, the district increased its levy by 3.5 percent.

Mike Lubelfeld Hired As New NSSD112 Superintendent

Promising to "restore excellence," the ex-Elm Place teacher and principal returns in July to the district where he spent 13 years.

$3,150 Kindergarten Fee Considered, New Map Approved In D-112

Some board members worried about the burden of the extra cost on families who don't qualify for need-based tuition waivers.

Local Family's Donation Creates Learning Garden

Funds from the anonymous donors will be used to build the Indian Trail Garden Learning Center.

New School Boundaries Considered By D-112 Board

Current students could choose to switch schools or remain where they are under a new NSSD112 attendance boundary plan.

HPHS Names New Varsity Baseball Coach

Jason Newburger, Highland Park High School's assistant baseball coach and varsity football offensive coordinator, is taking the reins.

District 112 Board Votes To Close 2 Highland Park Schools

The D-112 Board of Education also voted to consolidate dual language classes and expand kindergarten.

Elm Place And Lincoln Closing, Ravinia Elementary Staying Open Under District 112 Plan

The NSSD-112 board can approve the plan, which would also consolidate dual-language classes and expand kindergarten, as soon as Oct. 3.

Highland Park Students Welcomed To The University Of Iowa

8 local students have enrolled in the Class of 2021 in Iowa City.