Writer Gordon Korman visits William B. Orenic Intermediate School

Author one of most popular writers of young adult literature in country

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Celebrates Retirees

Twenty Five District 86 Employees Retired During 2022-2023 School Year

Joliet West Student Wins Trip To New York City's Broadway

Joliet West High School junior Payton Fraser won Best Performance in an Actress Role at 2023 Broadway in Chicago high school competition.

 W.B.O. School Perfect Pals Club helps with community service

Club sends letters, packages to veterans and deployed military

Troy Craughwell Run Club a passion for teachers, students

Ninety students sign up for club's first year

Joliet School District 86 Seeks Parent and Community Input

Feedback Needed for Joliet District 86 Facility Improvements

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Students Receive $1,000 Scholarships

Nineteen Joliet District 86 Students Recognized

Rafael Gutierrez, Madison Schlismann Named 2023 Mr. and Ms. J

10 finalists are selected by faculty based on school involvement, community service and demonstration of the JTHS character attributes.

Ryan Bates, Avery Kittl Named 2023 Mr. and Ms. Alpha Omega

All candidates are congratulated for their hard work and are excellent role models for the entire Joliet West community.

USF’s Caritas Event Raises Over $235,000 for Student Scholarships

The event offered a combination of live and silent auctions, a raffle and other memorable activities all in support of student scholarships.

Over $7,000 Raised at Joliet District 86 Autism Fundraiser

Proceeds benefit Autism Programs at Hufford, Marycrest, and Sanchez Schools

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Recognizes Students

Joliet District 86 April 2023 Students of the Month

USF CNE Receives Contribution from Midland States Bank Foundation

The contribution will support projects and administration of the USF Center for Nonprofit Excellence.

Joliet District 86 Teacher Receives Education Award

Woodland Elementary School Wins Golden Apple for Excellence in Teaching Award

USF Offering Future Educator Academy 2023

The two-day program is open to high school students who have completed at least their sophomore year.

USF Recognized in 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools Rankings by U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings.

Open Enrollment at St. Mary Nativity School

PS-8th grade. Call us for more information and to tour our school. 815-722-8518 or email jmartinez@stmarynativity.org

USF and SUSE Host Inaugural Virtual Art Symposium

The live and interactive event allowed student presenters from each institution to discuss art, design, and new media practices.

USF Hosts 2023 International Honor Society in Psychology Induction

This year’s ceremony celebrated eleven new inductees.

Dr. Elizabeth McDermott Named Dean of USF College of Arts and Sciences

McDermott had served as interim dean for the USF College of Arts & Sciences since this past summer.

USF Faculty Members Publish Journal of Forensic Social Work Article

The article by Dr. Laura N. Honegger and Dr. Stacy Dewald focuses on people with trauma histories in the criminal justice system .

USF Students Plan Intergenerational Program For Seniors At Timbers

There are so many positive aspects to having college students connect with seniors, and vice versa.

Plainfield South In 'No Immediate Danger': Joliet Police

Late Thursday night, Joliet Police Department took to Facebook to announce that many officers will be positioned at Plainfield South HS.

​Troy 30-C March Students of the Month named

Students recognized at the district’s April school board meeting

Two at Troy 30-C receive INSPRA Distinguished Service Awards

Two additional staff members nominated; Achievement honors educators who excel at school-community relations

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Recognizes Students

Joliet District 86 Students of the Month - March 2023

Forest Park and Hufford Magnet Programs Accepting Student Applications

Limited Space Available for District 86 Students for the 2023-2024 School Year

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Receives Education Award

Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce Presents Education Award to Joliet District 86

​Troy Heritage Trail Elementary School students read to Comfort Dogs

Handlers are U.S. Army, Navy veterans

Troy 30-C to host all-community Kids’ Day Festival

Free event for the whole community features taekwondo, petting zoo, pony  rides, magicians, balloon art, inflatables, face painting and more

USF Students Attend 2023 ICB Spring Conference

The conference was attended by over 400 professionals in the substance use disorder field.

USF Hosts 2023 Latino Honor Society Induction Ceremony

This year’s ceremony celebrated fifty new undergraduate and graduate inductees.

Joliet Voters Approve Joliet Public Schools District 86 Referendum

Thank you Joliet Community for Supporting Joliet District 86 Capital Projects

New Hufford, Gompers Junior Highs: Voters Say Yes To D86 Referendum

The $99.5 million bond measure calls for tearing down, replacing Hufford and Gompers and building an addition to Jefferson Elementary.

The Princeton Review Recognizes USF Online Programs in 2023 Rankings

USF’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs were honored.

Joliet District 86 Elementary Schools Host Kindergarten Orientations

Families of Incoming Kindergarten Students for the 2023-2024 School Year Invited to Attend

Joliet District 86 Voters Weigh In On Bond For New Gompers, Hufford

Plans call for tearing down Hufford Junior High and tearing down Gompers Junior High and building new junior highs in their place.

Joliet District 86 Celebrates National Assistant Principals Week

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Assistant Principals Honored

Joliet District 86 Releases Second Trimester Honor Roll

Joliet Public Schools District 86 Celebrates Student Academic Accomplishments

USF Part of $10 Million "Will County Heroes" Scholarship Program

The program will support students seeking careers in teaching and nursing and increase recruitment in these high-demand fields.