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Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 Taps Kelli Evans To Fill Board Vacancy (patch.com) — Oak Lawn residents have a new voice on the Community High School District 229 board as Kelli Evans is appointed to fill a vacancy through the April 2027 election. A District 123 parent with two children in local schools, Evans emphasizes student safety, support, and preparation for life after graduation. District leaders say her community perspective will strengthen Oak Lawn's central high school and its connection to families.
• Oak Lawn Community High School Welcomes 17 New Staff Members For 2026-2027 School Year (patch.com) — Oak Lawn Community High School is expanding support for students by welcoming 17 new staff members for the 2026-27 school year, from classroom teachers to counselors and technology specialists. The hires span English, science, social science, special education, music, psychology, social work, and student support roles. Families in Oak Lawn can expect more resources focused on helping students learn, grow, and feel supported on campus.
• CHSD 218 Adult Transition Program Offers Hidden Talent Pool That Local Employers Can't Ignore (patch.com) — Oak Lawn-area employers are being invited to tap into a growing pool of motivated young adults with disabilities through CHSD 218's Adult Transition Program, which offers free on-site training and job coaching. Students already work at Oak Lawn businesses like Grove Coffee, the Children's Museum, and the park district, gaining skills and confidence while helping partners reduce turnover and improve service. Local companies can join the program at no cost and may qualify for tax credits.
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