Oak Lawn Community High School journalism team won the sectional championship, qualifying 12 events and advancing to state competition.
Category: Regional Schools
SXU Expo fuels the future of research
Saint Xavier University students showcased innovative research and creative projects, earning top honors while inspiring collaboration and academic excellence across disciplines.
Marist students travel abroad, perform and explore during spring break
Marist students explored Argentina, Europe and Orlando during spring break, gaining cultural insight, academic enrichment and performance experience beyond the classroom.
EPCHS students take on Chicago and bring home big honors
Evergreen Park students showcased communication and leadership skills at a Chicago career event, earning third place and top speaker honors.
Sarah Abdelhadi named principal of Ridge Central School
Sarah Abdelhadi, currently assistant principal at Columbus Manor School in Oak Lawn, will become principal of Ridge Central School in District 127.5 this July.
From Sandburg student to published author: Becky Wills returns home
Becky Wills, a 2011 Carl Sandburg graduate, returned to campus to share her debut novel “Stun: A Novel in Pieces,” which explores addiction, trauma and family.
Moraine Valley proves college dreams start close to home
Moraine Valley celebrates Community College Month, highlighting affordable pathways, career training and transfer opportunities while inviting the community to explore campus programs.
Oak Lawn Community High School honors star staff members
Four Oak Lawn Community High School staff members were honored for dedication, innovation and excellence during a District 229 board meeting.
Saint Xavier brings life-saving kidney screenings to community
Free SXU screening identified high rates of undetected kidney, diabetes and blood pressure issues, emphasizing importance of early detection and care.
Saint Xavier brings community together for PAWS for Service Day
Saint Xavier University hosted PAWS for Service Day on March 21, bringing alumni, students and community members together for 20+ service projects aligned with the Mercy mission.

