Lincoln-Way East students Joe and Leyla performed in the all-state musical, Cabaret, this past weekend. Congratulations on a great show!
Over break, Lincoln-Way ROTC students participated in Wreaths Across America ceremony at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
With the recent spike in COVID-19 cases causing staffing shortages across the district, we have made the difficult decision to transition to remote learning through Friday, January 7th. This decision is only a temporary disruption to in-person learning.
Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, January 4th, students will follow the emergency e-learning plan as outlined on the website, which will include live instruction delivered via WebEx.
For more information, visit the website or check your email.
Last week, cadets from the Lincoln-Way East AFJROTC performed a musical ensemble for family members staying at the Veteran Administration's Fisher House in Hines, Illinois. The Fisher House provides free lodging for family members which allows them to be close to veterans hospitalized in the adjacent VA medical center for unexpected illness, disease, or injury.
The cadets performed choral, guitar, clarinet, and violin versions of several Christmastime favorites. The Fisher House staff stated that this was the first time any group had visited the facility to perform, and those family members who attended expressed great appreciation.
The Board of Education met last night at Lincoln-Way East for its monthly meeting, which included an update on the district's strategic plan. This meeting discussed the progress made by all goal areas in the strategic plan (finance, curriculum, buildings & grounds, human resources, public relations, and technology) which is currently in its final year. The presentation can be viewed on BoardDocs.
In addition to the strategic plan, the Board of Education approved the 2021 property tax levy. The operating levy is 3.54% more than the previous year. The total overall levy – which includes bond and interest payments – will be higher because of outstanding capital bonds, however the Board is investigating options to limit the increase to taxpayers.
For more information about these items and other action taken during last night's meeting, visit BoardDocs: https://go.boarddocs.com/il/lw210/Board.nsf/Public
Lincoln-Way East students and staff adopted families in need this year to help spread joy this holiday season!
The East bridge building contest took place last week and had with 151 entries. The winning bridge weighed approximately equal to 4 nickels and held a weight of about 102 lbs with an efficiency of 2,263. Congratulations to all on a great contest!
Mr. Bryk's Spanish 2 class at Central uses Blooket as a fun way to review for finals. They are also working together with a partner to practice for their speaking final.
The Lincoln-Way West Madrigal Singers were invited to sing at Illinois Wesleyan University earlier this month. The madrigal singers performed four selections from their recent concert and were selected to perform alongside the University and Collegiate Choirs of IWU!
Amita St. Joseph Medical Center hospital staff hosted the LWW Anatomy & Medical students this semester! Mrs. Neuberg’s students had a great semester and enjoyed the opportunity of initial clinical experiences at the hospital.
Mrs. Valkema, Mrs. Horn, Dr. Luzzo and Mr. Render led a study session on organizational skills this morning. There will be another presentation with the same information today after school in order to help students become better prepared when studying for final exams.
Members of the LWC chapter of the Illinois Music Honor Society attended a performance of Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker at the Civic Opera House in downtown Chicago on December 5th. It was a magical time!
The East Chess team went to the Bolingbrook Raider Invitational on Saturday where 32 schools were competing. East ending up on Table 1 in the last round, fighting for the championship trophy. Gabe was the top medalist in the tournament with an undefeated run.
The LWW and LWC JROTC went to Navy Pier in Chicago over the weekend to help unload 1,200 Christmas trees from the United States Coast Guard Mackinaw ship. The trees will be donated to those in need in the community to help spread holiday cheer!
The LWC Music Department held its annual “Literal Ton of Food” Drive and Mitten Tree at Vespers 2021 December 3rd. All donations benefit the food pantries of our area.
GO KNIGHTS!
Students in Mrs. Malito's biology classes hypothesized the effects of different solutions on osmosis in carrots. Students will make observations of the carrots based off the string tied around each carrot.
Will you be watching these Griffins in the Big Ten Championship this Saturday?
Last week, a few brave students in the LWC science club went into the pond to begin the process of tagging the fish that were added in the fall. The club will conduct periodic checks to see how these fish will develop with the next check-in being in the spring!
It’s a beautiful day for an egg drop! Mr. Willis’ students are applying the laws of conservation of energy and momentum during their Physics Lab.
Lincoln-Way West donated over 330 toys to the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation. Great job Warriors!
