Michelle Augustyniak, Stagg’s Associate Principal of Instruction, is named South Cook’s 2025 Assistant Principal of the Year for impactful, collaborative leadership.
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Moraine Valley students get rare look inside open-heart surgery
Moraine Valley students watched a livestreamed open-heart surgery, gaining firsthand insight into surgical teamwork and discovering new career possibilities in health care.
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Andrew Students turn woodshop into friendship factory
Andrew High students collaborate with Ultima Program, crafting cutting boards while learning teamwork, communication, and shared experiences beyond the classroom.
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Bozych to lead activities at Andrew High School
Andrew High School named Doug Bozych its new Assistant Principal of Activities, bringing leadership experience, student-centered vision, and plans to grow co-curricular programs.
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Palos West second-grade teacher replaced after incident with student
Palos Community Consolidated School District 118 has not explained why PalosWest second-grade teacher Jennifer Tiernan is being replaced.
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Sandburg craft show kicks off holiday cheer
Sandburg High School hosts its festive Craft Show Nov. 22–23 with vendors, shuttle parking, and Emerald Cup’s coffee fueling holiday shoppers.
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SXU welcomes Caress Dean as new provost
Saint Xavier University has appointed Caress Dean, Ph.D., as provost, bringing extensive experience, mission-driven leadership and a strong focus on student success.
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Shepard High School opens new Fine Arts Center
Shepard High School celebrated the opening of its new $9.75 million Fine Arts Center, offering students a professional-level theater and expanded opportunities.
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Shepard students express creativity through Art, Design and Fashion Club
Shepard High students explore fashion, art, and more in a new club that builds confidence, skills, and self-expression.
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Stagg High School unveils Wellness Room to support student well-being
Stagg High School has opened a new Wellness Room offering students calming activities, emotional support and hands-on tools to strengthen social-emotional wellness.
