District 123’s parking lot sale raised scholarship funds in honor of Helen Whalen, uniting the community for student success.
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Drones take flight in Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School’s STEM program
Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School’s Drone Legends program teaches STEM through hands-on drone missions, coding, teamwork and real-world problem-solving.
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I-Fest unites Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School in a celebration of culture and community
I-Fest celebrated cultural diversity through performances, presentations, and activities, fostering unity and pride among students and staff.
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Marist journalists shine with awards at Scholastic Press Association contest
Marist High School’s student journalists earned awards in seven categories at the Scholastic Press Association contest.
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Mother McAuley Career Day connects students with alumnae mentors
Mother McAuley High School’s Career Day connected students with alumnae and professionals, inspiring future careers through networking, mentorship, and expert insights.
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Hickory-Palos Sertoma opens applications for $1,000 scholarships
The Hickory-Palos Sertoma Club is offering scholarships to support local students’ college dreams. Applications are due March 31, 2025.
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Chicago Ridge Library’s coding program inspires tomorrow’s future leaders
On any given weekday, a quiet hum of curiosity fills the Chicago Ridge Public Library. But on coding club days, the energy is electric. Groups of children huddle around self-made robots, computer screens, and tablets, bringing animations, games, and stories to life with lines of code. This initiative, aimed at fostering a love for technology […]
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Marist alum Robert Clifford donates $1 million for scholarships
Robert Clifford credits Marist High School for changing his life. Clifford, a 1969 graduate of the school at 4200 W. 115th St. in Chicago, spent his high school years working in a lumberyard for his father, a carpenter. Without a defined career path, Clifford assumed he would follow in his father’s footsteps. “Looking back, I […]
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D218 public relations coordinator Bob McParland retires
For 35 years, Bob McParland was the storyteller behind the scenes at Community High School District 218, a public relations specialist whose warmth, wit, and unwavering dedication made him the voice of a district that thrived on connection and collaboration. Known for his boundless knowledge, sharp communication skills, and a knack for engaging storytelling, McParland […]
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Cocoa, crafts, and Santa: Families revel in festive Polar Express night at OLCHS
It starts with the soft hiss of a train slicing through a quiet, snow-drenched night, the air shimmering with magic you can almost touch. The Polar Express, a beloved holiday tale, sweeps readers onto an extraordinary journey where belief is the golden ticket and a young boy’s doubt melts into wonder. Clad in pajamas and […]