LTHS May Sell Property In Willow Springs

LA GRANGE, IL – The Lyons Township High School board is considering selling its Willow Springs property, which the school acquired decades ago, the school announced Wednesday.

The wooded property at 79th Street and Willow Springs Road was purchased in two separate parcels in 1955 and 1962.

If the board decides to sell the property, the proceeds would be spent on improving the school's buildings, the school said in a news release.

The school said its strategic plan aims to allocate all the resources necessary to maximize success for all students.

According to the news release, the building improvements would likely include:

• Modernization of existing classrooms to meet 21st century learning needs.
• Development of more "collaborative" spaces for students and staff.
• Accessibility and life safety upgrades.
• Upgrades and additions to student and community athletic and wellness facilities.
• Upgrades to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. This includes the installation of air conditioning in areas that lack it, which has been an ongoing project for years.

The school said it would communicate with the public in the weeks and months ahead about its plans.