Oakton Community College Receives High Online Transparency Rating

In its audit, the Illinois Policy Institute looked at access to contact information online as well as public meetings, public records and more.

District 207 Spends $115,000 on Hazing Investigation

A Chicago-based law firm conducted the investigation regarding allegations that members of the Maine West boys soccer team were sexually assaulted.

Winning Logo, Quotation Selected for Maine South's 50th Anniversary

The school will celebrate 50 years during Homecoming weekend this year.

Hillary Clinton to be Inducted in Maine South Wall of Honor

Clinton is one of three distinguished alumni to appear on the wall, the Journal & Topics reports.

District 64 to Test Chromebooks in Classrooms

The district will spend $189,630 on the machines, the Journal & Topics reports.

Contract Talks Underway For District 63 Staff Memebers

Four unions representing employees of the district have contracts that expire at the end of June, the Journal & Topics reports.

Top Seniors Honored at Maine South, East and West High Schools

Maine East Student Named Honorable Mention on Academic Team

John Daniel Depa of Niles was one of the students selected as an honorable mention for the Northwest Suburban Academic Team.

New Board Member for District 63

The East Maine Township School District 63 announced a replacement for John Jekot, the Journal & Topics reports.

New Athletic Director for Maine East High School

Steve Schanz of Oak Forest High School will take over for Michael Bender, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Maine South's Constitution Team Shines at Nationals

D-64 Warning: Man Tried to Get Student into Car

School District 64 has issued a warning to parents after a student was approached by a man in a black sedan.

Graduation Schedules for Maine Township High School District 207

Dates and times for commencement ceremonies for Maine West High School, Maine East High School and Maine South High School students.

Maine East Makes Newsweek’s Best High School List

Maine East High School was ranked among the best high schools in the nation, while Maine South did not make the list. Click on the red dots for more details.

GOP Club Says D64 President Made False Claims

The Republican Women of Park Ridge say District 64 President John Heyde made false claims about them endorsing candidates in the April election, possibly impacting results. Heyde said he was commenting as a private citizen and had a right to.

Maine South High School Ranked Among Best in Illinois

Maine South is ranked ranked No. 27 of all high schools in Illinois in the U.S. News and World Report ranking of public high schools.

District 64 to Cut 7 Non-Tenured Teachers

The Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 school board approved letting seven non-tenured teachers go.

D-207 Criticizes Lawyer in Hazing Lawsuit

Maine Township High School District 207 stated a statement made by a lawyer representing current and former Maine West High School students in a hazing lawsuit was “inaccurate and self-serving.”

D-207 Cuts Deal with Maine West Coach Fired in Hazing Case

Michael Divincenzo, a former Maine West High School varsity boys’ soccer coach, denied any wrongdoing in a statement regarding his dismissal of an appeal to his termination from Maine Township High School District 207.

Quote Contest Held for Maine South's 50th Anniversary

The school is holding the contest to mark the milestone in the 2013-2014 school year.

District 207 Health Care Center Provides Free Care

The clinic located in Maine East High School gives care to uninsured students who wouldn't be able to afford a doctor's visit.

D-207 Calls Special Meeting to Discuss Hazing

The Maine Township High School Board of Education will receive a status update on reports of hazing at Maine West High School on Wednesday, according to a D-207 spokesperson.

Maine West High School Athletic Director Resigns

Christopher Addante will leave the position at the end of the school year, the Chicago Tribune reports.

D-207 Responds to Accusations of Former Maine West, South Teacher

Former teacher at the Des Plaines and Park Ridge high schools was dismissed due to insubordinate, unprofessional conduct toward fellow staff members and students, D-207 stated.

Maine South Grad Wins National Award for Editorial Cartoon

Adrian Adamiec received 2nd place in the 2012 National Scholastic Press Association Cartooning Awards.

Maine South Seeks Distinguished Alums

Anyone may nominate an alum, but they must have contributed to society and achieved community, state or national recognition.

Weekend Happenings at Oakton Community College

Events at Oakton Community College Feb. 22-24.

D-207 Students Honored for Academic Achievement

Students from Maine West, Maine East and Maine South high schools received special recognition from D-207’s board of education for their academic success.

Abuse, Neglect Evidence Found by DCFS in D-207 Hazing Investigation

Bullying, hazing investigation indicates some evidence of abuse or neglect by school employees, the Chicago Sun Times reported.

Maine South's Pat Maloney Signs Letter of Intent

Maloney will play for Ball State's football team next year.

Matt Alviti Signs with Northwestern University

The Maine South High School football star will play for the Wildcats this fall.

How Does Your School Measure Up?

Parents, students and teachers are being asked to take an online survey that will help highlight their particular school's strengths and weaknesses.

Priest Receives St. George Award

Fr. Andrew Liaugminas, who works with youth ministry at Mary Seat of Wisdom parish in Park Ridge, and mentors Scouts studying for religious awards, received a high honor from the Archdiocese Catholic Committee on Scouting.

Maine South Dance Team Wins State

The Hawkettes won the first ever Division 3A title at the Illinois High School Association's state meet.

New Assistant Dean for Oakton Community College

Michael Carr has been named the assistant dean for Academic Affairs.

Park Ridge School Named to State Academic Honor Roll

Eugene Field Elementary was given the honor for sustaining high academic performance for three consecutive years.

OCC Soccer Player Named to All-American Team

Bobak Khalili was recently named to the 2012 Junior College Men Scholar All-America Team. “Bobby has been an outstanding contributor and leader to our program for the past two seasons,” said Raiders head coach Steven Brody.

High School Swimmer Gets Taco Bell Speedo Wish

Ryan Klarner, a swimmer and diver for Fremd High School reached out to Taco Bell last month and requested a customized Speedo with 'think outside the buns' printed on it. The company is reportedly granting his wish, Yahoo News Canada reports.

Maine South QB Alviti Lights it Up on NFL Network, Game

Even placed among some of the best high school athletes in the country at the Semper Fidelis bowl, the Maine South senior emerged as a top player in the game.

Maine West Student: Coach Winked Before, After Sexual Assault

A former Maine West student said he believes his former soccer coach, Michael Divincenzo, was aware of and encouraged hazing and bullying at Maine West High School in Des Plaines, WGN reported.