Best School Districts: Where Does Romeoville Rank?

Niche.com recently released its 2017 rankings of the best school districts in Illinois.

District 202 Parent Group to Address Bullying, Mental Illness

Topics include "What We All Need to Know About Bullying" and “Parenting and Mental Health for a New Generation.”

Romeoville Student Nominated For West Point

Senior Xavier Lampkin was nominated to attend the prestigious military academy.

Last Chance to Register for New Valley View Preschool

The new program will launch in the 2017-18 school year.

VVSD Senior Headed to Culinary State Finals

Thomas Tueres' impressive menu earned him a place at the state finals next month in Chicago.

Valley View Kindergarten Enrollment Begins March 16

Enrollment sessions slated for Bolingbrook, Romeoville.

Mayor Presents Romeoville High School with Recognition Award

"It goes beyond schooling," Romeoville Mayor John Noak said.

Valley View Sophomore Headed to Future Leaders Conference

Kristina Colletti will attend the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders this summer.

Eighth-Grader Wins Valley View Spelling Bee -- Again

Cristian Melendez also won the districtwide contest two years ago.

Bolingbrook, Romeoville Students Headed to DECA State

Students scored outstanding performances at the Rosemont sectional.

Romeoville Students Chosen for Chicago Art Exhibition

Nine Valley View students earned a spot in the prestigious art show.

Online Registration Available for District 202 Preschool

Parents can apply for a lottery now through Feb. 15.

Local Restaurant Helps Valley View Student Learn Job Skills

Adrianna Venegas works three days a week at Honey-Jam Cafe -- and her language skills are proving an asset to the restaurant.

Romeoville High School Wins Scholastic Bowl Conference Championship

Team members are now the reigning Southwest Prairie Conference champs.

Valley View School Board Meetings Move to New Location

Change is in preparation of the relocation of the administration center.

Three Martinez Students Headed to Valley View Spelling Bee

District-wide event set for Jan. 31.

White Oak Library District Presents STEM Fest 2017

The event will be held on Saturday, March 4 at the Romeoville Branch Library

Teachers from Romeoville and Nearby Towns Attend Citgo Refinery's STEM Workshop

Citgo, owned by the national oil company of Venezuela, also provided local teachers with kits to teach students about oil and gas

Romeoville Tuition-Based Preschool Application Window Opens Next Week

The program is conducted by Valley View School District

Martinez middle school receives $500 grant from Romeoville Mobil

The money is slated for science, technology, engineering and math programs

Valley View Diversity, AP Expansion Efforts Net National Recognition

Only 13 districts were singled out because of their diverse enrollment and the significant number of students from low-income families.

Valley View Principals to Trade Schools Next Year

“All three principals are Valley View veterans and have very specific strengths,” said VVSD Superintendent Dr. James A. Mitchem Jr.

Romeoville Resident Appointed to Valley View School Board

Victor Zack will join the board immediately and will serve for the remaining four months of Chrystal Hansen’s term.

Romeoville HS Cheerleading Teams Qualify for ICCA state

The Illinois Cheerleading Coaches Association state championships will be held in Springfield Jan. 7 and 8.

Increased Lead Levels at Valley View Facilities Came from Plumbing, Pipes

"The municipal water supply is not at issue in either Romeoville or Bolingbrook." ​VVSD Facilities Director Mike Lopez said.

105 Valley View HS Students Named Illinois State Scholars

33 of them are from Romeoville High School.

Increased Lead Levels Found in Water at 3 Valley View Facilities

All of the water sources have been taken off line and plans are underway to replace them.

Romeoville HS Seeking Spanish Speaking Volunteers

The volunteers will help conduct mock interviews for a Spanish class.

Photo: Romeoville HS Students Help with Donation Drive

The drive netted 6,600 canned goods, clothing, baby products, books, games and toys.

Romeoville HS Madrigal Dinner Dec. 10

Tickets are $40 per person.

Romeoville Chamber Honors High School for Volunteer Leadership

Chamber Executive Director Michelle Jarnutowski praised the RHS leadership team for the partnerships that have developed.

Valley View Board Members to Interview Vacancy Candidates Nov. 21

The meeting scheduled for Nov. 14 has been canceled.

Valley View to Administer Illinois 5Essentials Survey Beginning Nov. 16

The survey provides a unique opportunity for students, teachers and parents to have a voice in improving their schools.

Grant Helps Valley View Robotics Academy Become Reality

Robotics Academy meets once a week after school at both Martinez and Humphrey middle schools.

Valley View Looking to Fill Board of Education Vacancy

Apply by noon, Nov. 7.

Martinez Ecology Club Holding Recycling Drive Nov. 1-7

Items should be dropped off at the Romeoville school during normal school hours.

Romeoville Schools to Honor Veterans with Breakfast, Activities

The events will be held in November.

Halloween Organ Spooktacular Oct. 27 at Lewis University

Admission is free.

Valley View Transportation Department Honored for Veteran Hiring Policy

A recognition plaque was presented to VVSD Director of Transportation Dave Richards.

Valley View School District to Launch Tuition-Based Community Preschool in 2017-18

Up to 200 tuition-paid spots at the Valley View Early Childhood Center will be available next fall.