600 Lyons Township HS Students Protest ICE

The school said it doesn't support walkouts or protests during class time.

Suburban School Official Pushes Girlfriend For Job

"I'll fire his ass," the board president said about the athletic director. The president's girlfriend got the job.

Lyons Township High Food Crew Removes Union: Group

The union failed to represent workers' interests, yet collected dues, an employee leader said.

Little Cash For Lyons Township High Upgrades

The coming work won't be as exciting unless the school passes a referendum or sells its Willow Springs property, officials said.

Emily Cherkin To Speak At La Grange D102 On Building 'Tech-Intentional' Home

Hold the Phone is a parent-led community organization founded in 2025 by two Ogden Elementary School parents in La Grange.

Discipline Issues Rise At Lyons Township High

The school is also seeing a big drop in out-of-school suspensions. Officials are crediting a new program.

This Lyons Township High Stat Would Impress Schools Everywhere: Official

The rate of student participation has risen dramatically over the last five years.

Lyons Township High Absenteeism Higher Than Neighboring Schools

The school has an "all-in" focus on reversing rising absenteeism, an official said.

Lyons Township High Likes Broker, But Struggles With References

One member said the lack of response from references may be a red flag. Others said the broker shouldn't be penalized.

Lyons Township High Backs Down On Survey Secrecy

Patch questioned the school on its decision to keep the survey results under wraps.

2 Lyons Township HS Educators Retiring In 6 Years

Early announcements provide perks under the union contract.

Key Figure In IL School Scandal Resigns, Accused Of Phony Invoice

She blamed the ex-superintendent's "unethical" practices and "inappropriate directives."

School Official's $28K Perk Broke Law By Bypassing Board: Inquiry

Only give the perk to top officials and no one else, the assistant superintendent said.

La Grange-Area Agency Dwindles With Departing Schools

A decade ago, the top official was convicted of stealing $1.5 million.

'Full Of S–': Suburban School Nepotism Alleged

Officials said no job promise was made. In 2024, the school hired a board member.

Lyons Township High's Land Deal Strategy Revealed In Letter

The board indicated its price floor for selling land to an elementary district, according to redacted materials.

'I Apologize For My Face': Suburban School Board Bickers

Two Argo members argued about their beefs with each other. The rest of the board listened.

Embattled Suburban School Official Leaving After Spending Scandal

A report said the official "rubber-stamped" the superintendent's misspending, including for porn.

Lyons Township High Not Short On Cash – Yet

Cook County was months late issuing property tax bills and has yet to distribute any of the money, an official said.

Lyons Township High Ranks Brokers To Sell Willow Springs Land

The top two suggested a strategy opposite to the one that the board pursued three years ago.

Porn-Spending Official Got Sympathy When Questions Surfaced: Records

An HR official suggested the superintendent had become the victim of "cancel culture."

Teacher Absenteeism High In La Grange District

Another La Grange district reports an unusually low rate.

State Police Investigate Argo Credit Card Spending

Porn was among the superintendent's expenditures, a school inquiry found. The board president promised to rebuild trust.

'Don't Want To Fight' Willow Springs: Broker

Brokers suggest the opposite of Lyons Township High's previous secretive process.

Lawsuit Resolved In Lyons Township HS Attack That Seriously Hurt Teen, Led To Attempted Murder Charge

A student was severely injured in the May 2023 incident.

IL School Official Rubber-Stamped Porn Spending: Inquiry

The misspending spiked after a new finance official assumed a hands-off approach, according to an investigation.

Lyons Township High's Bid For Secrecy Falters

The school's intellectual property claim clashes with the survey company's position.

Complaint Against Lyons Township High Alleges Open Meetings Violation

A memo says the board extended an offer to another school district, but the board had not discussed it openly at that point.

IL Superintendent Pays For Porn, Creates False Invoices: Report

He conspired with an employee on the phony records, later telling her, "I can't lie anymore," according to an investigation.

'Apprehension' On Lyons Township High's Financial Status: Official

She asked whether the school could keep up with building upgrades without a referendum.

Major Lyons Township High Upgrade Unveiled

Students are set to use the facility for the first time this week.

Secret: Lyons Township High Student Survey Results Withheld

Taxpayers are barred from knowing the results or questions, even though they pay for the surveys.

Argo Leader Resigns Amid Investigation Into Spending

Expenses such as "Sextpanthe" got the superintendent in hot water.

Argo Leader's Fate May Be Decided At Meeting

The superintendent was placed on leave seven months ago because of his credit card spending.

Lyons Township High Breaks Its AP Test-Taking Record

More low-income students and students of color are taking AP and dual-credit courses, officials said.

Lyons Township High May Hire Broker For Land Sale

Bringing a broker on board may delay the school's timeline a bit, an official said.

La Grange D105 Mistakenly Overtaxes By $2M

The district said it plans to make taxpayers whole. An official apologized and took responsibility.

Lyons Township High Rejects Mexico Trip, Ending Long Tradition

The area is seen as too dangerous. Students have been going there since the 1980s.

La Grange D102 Not In Top Financial Tier: State

An official revealed why the district is in this situation.

Developer Interested In Lyons Township High Land

The firm revealed its plan for the 73 acres in Willow Springs.