Hawthorn Middle School South to Compete in Saturday's Science Olympiad at CLC

What will Hawthorn Middle School South students come up with at Saturday's Regional Science Olympiad at the College of Lake County?

Vernon Hills Schools Close March 5 in Anticipation of Snow

Classes have been canceled for Tuesday in school districts serving the Vernon Hills area.

Community Celebrates as Vernon Hills HS Cougars Place Second at State

Congratulations to the Vernon Hills High School varsity girls' basketball team on their second place win at the IHSA's state tournament Saturday!

Parents: Learn About AYP Issues in District 73 Schools

The Hawthorn District 73 Adequate Yearly Progress Committee invites parents to a March 5 discussion.

VHHS Administrator Named Assistant Principal of the Year

Vernon Hills High School Assistant Principal Jean Aucutt is the recipient of a statewide award.

Youth Art Show to Display Local Talent

Artwork by hundreds of students will be on public display this month at the Aspen Drive Library.

VHHS Cougars Advance to IHSA State Finals

Congratulations to the Vernon Hills High School girls varsity basketball team, which defeated Burlington Central in Monday's supersectional. The team will compete in the IHSA state finals Friday.

Snow Causes After-School Activity Cancellations, Community Building Closures

Find out how the Feb. 26 snow is affecting your schools and organizations.

Update: Local Coaches Question Law Limiting Football Practice

Deerfield High and Lake Forest High School Coaches have concerns over state Rep. Sente’s proposed law limiting football practice activities.

Vernon Hills High School Names Next Principal

Associate Principal Jon Guillaume will assume the school's top administrative role in 2014.

Scripps National Spelling Bee Sectionals Scheduled at Area Schools

Sectional competition for the Scripps National Spelling Bee begins Monday, Feb. 25.

Hawthorn District 73 Schedules Discussion on Student Placement

Parents are invited to a March 5 roundtable discussion on the district not making Adequate Yearly Progress on standardized tests and how those scores can impact where students are placed in the schools.

Vernon Hills High School Athlete to Play Soccer for DePauw University

Vernon Hills High School senior Brad McGee, who is captain of the school's soccer team, will play for DePauw University after graduation.

Vernon Hills High School Senior Named to IHSA All-State Academic Team

Congratulations to VHHS senior Allison Tran for being named to the IHSA All-State Academic Team, an honor bestowed upon just 26 students from across Illinois.

Hawthorn Middle School South Honors Eagle Award Scholars

Congratulations to the latest group of Hawthorn Middle School South Eagle Award scholars, who have shown outstanding achievement or effort in a particular class.

Bubble Gum Day Raises $585 for Charity

Hawthorn Middle School North's fundraiser benefits nonprofits.

Science Olympiad Team Brings Home 16 Medals

Hawthorn Middle School North's team excelled at the state competition.

Nominate Music Teachers Who Have Made a Difference

Has a Vernon Hills teacher impacted your life? Nominate him or her for a national award.

Two Vernon Hills High School Students Achieve Perfect ACT Score

Congratulations to senior Matthew Tabrizi and junior Justin Song!

VHHS Seniors Honored by Local SAR and DAR Chapters

Award recognizes high school students' good citizenship.

Vernon Hills High School's Chris Curry Named State Coach of the Year

Vernon Hills High School head boys' varsity volleyball coach Chris Curry, who has also coached at Libertyville High School, was named 2012 "Coach of the Year" by the National Federation of State High School Associations.

Hawthorn Middle School South Musicians Receive Honor

The school's symphonic band members played last month for the state's top music educators.

Viper Alley Concert to Raise Money for Scholarships for D128 Students

The GLMV Chamber of Commerce's "Dollars for Scholars" organization will hold a concert at Lincolnshire's Viper Alley on Sunday, Feb. 17, to raise scholarship funds for local, college-bound high school students.

'Romeo and Juliet' Goes Punk at VHHS

Shakespeare's love story goes cyberpunk.

Vernon Hills High School Wrestlers to Compete at Lakes Saturday

Vernon Hills will take on Antioch, Carmel, Grayslake Central, Grayslake North, Lakes, North Chicago, St. Viator and Wauconda.

Hawthorn Middle School South Crowns Geography Bee Champ

A sixth-grader placed first in this year's Geography Bee.

Hawthorn Middle School South Honors Eagle Award Scholars

Students were honored for outstanding achievement or effort.

Hawthorn Elementary Honors Students for Academics, Behavior

A number of students were recognized at Hawthorn Elementary School South.

Want to Chew Gum in School? That Will Cost You!

Hawthorn Middle North students can pay Friday for the privilege of chewing gum in class.

Hawthorn District 73 Approves 2013-14 Calendar

Want to plan next year's vacations? Take a look at the District 73 schedule first!

Days Off Planned for School District 73 Students

Children will have three long weekends before spring break begins in March.

D128 Students Surprise School Board with Flash Mob Performance

Fine Arts students from Community High School District 128 gave an impromptu performance of "One More Day" from Les Miserables, to thank the district for its continued support.

Hawthorn D73 to Host Kindergarten Info Night Thursday

Prepare to send your child to kindergarten at the Hawthorn kindergarten parent information night Thursday, Jan. 31.

School News: Yoon Wins Spelling Bee; Eagle Winners Recognized

Congratulations, Hawthorn District 73 students!

School News: District 73 2013-14 Calendar Approved; Teacher Earns Board Certification

Take a look at some news from Hawthorn District 73, including information about how the schools performed in the Lake County Attendance Week Awards.

Vernon Hills Resident Named to Dean's List at North Central College

Congrats, Margaret Foley!

LHS Band Director Fired for Having Alleged 'Inappropriate Relationship' with Former Student

Parents can ask questions during a special meeting at 7 p.m. today.

Jamie Lono, District 128 Students to Perform at Band Jam

The Community Partnership for Healthy Youth will include two local bands that feature District 128 students.

Vernon Hills High School, Hawthorn Middle School South Performing at IMEA Conference

The two schools will hold a special preview concert for the community on Jan. 21.

New CLC Course a Stepping Stone for Beginner Pilots

Do you want to learn how to earn your private pilot's license? Grayslake's College of Lake County is offering a new course, with an informational session scheduled for 6 p.m. Jan. 16.