Student artwork was on display across all three buildings for the spring art show this week. It was a wonderful showcase of their hard work, creativity, and artistic talent. A special shout out to the students who won this year's purchase awards: Kyra K. at Central, Abby B. at East, and Reese G. at West. Way to go! 🎨🔴🔵🟠
Did you know that Lincoln-Way has a Diploma & Degree Program?
🎓This program allows eligible Lincoln-Way students to complete college coursework while still in high school, giving them a head start on attaining career and college pathway goals.
Individualized student plans will be created for accepted students to ensure each participant meets the requirements to earn their Lincoln-Way diploma AND a Joliet Junior College degree or certificate by the summer after their senior year.
🔴🔵🟠 Students who are interested in learning more or applying for the program should contact their school counselor.
Visit the website to learn more about the program and eligibility requirements: https://www.lw210.org/page/diploma-degree
LWE students, alongside future Griffins from Hickory Creek and Summit Hill, participated in the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Side-by-Side Educational Concerts yesterday. It was an unforgettable experience for all! 🎵🔵
🎉Congratulations to the LW East Autonomous Vehicle Team! They competed at Argonne National Laboratory over the weekend. Their design earned first place in design and 1st place in performance. 🔵
Students from the combined orchestras and guitar studios of Lincoln-Way Central and West enjoyed a five-day tour of Indianapolis, Louisville, and Nashville over spring break. Students attended orchestra and guitar ensemble clinics, participated in a Country Music Hall of Fame “Inside Tracks” workshop, and experienced a fun mix of cultural activities from classical ballet to line dancing.
We are still looking to hire a CTE teacher for next school year! To view this and other open positions, visit our website: https://www.lw210.org/page/employment-opportunities-new
Lincoln-Way is excited to offer an adult woodworking class this month! The class is open to anyone who is interested in exploring the basics of woodshop safety, hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, lumber selection, sanding, finishing, and more. Tools and materials will be provided in order for all participants to build their very own Adirondack Chair.
The class will take place at LW West on Saturday April 12 AND 19 from 8am – 2pm. Participants must attend both dates. The cost of the class is $150.00. Space is limited to the first 12 people. As the demand for this class is high, the $150 fee is non-refundable.
To register for the class, email Nick Schroder at nschroder@lw210.org
For more information, visit https://www.lw210.org/article/2120266
🎉We have many beloved staff retiring from Lincoln-Way at the end of the year. Before they go, we want to give you a chance to say 'thank you' and 'good luck on your next adventure'!
Use the drop down menu in the form linked below to select a retiree and leave a message for them. Please complete one form per retiree.
These messages will not be shared publicly - only the retiree will see your response. This form will close on Monday, April 14th.
https://forms.office.com/r/znYn95u9cS
Thank you for helping us celebrate our 2025 retirees!
Students at East had an opportunity to explore career paths at Friday’s Career Expo. With over 30 representatives from various industries in attendance, students engaged in meaningful conversations about different professions, job opportunities, and the skills required for success. The expo provided valuable insights to help empower students to make informed decisions about their career goals.
Have a great spring break! Classes resume Monday, April 7th.
Our principals are showing their LW pride this morning! Happy Friday! 🔴🔵🟠
On March 8th, the Lincoln-Way 210 Foundation for Education hosted its annual Dinner Gala at Odyssey Country Club, raising an impressive $73,000 for student grants and scholarships through auctions, raffles, and donations.
One standout auction item was a live-edge coffee table, handcrafted by Lincoln-Way West Woodworking 2 and Welding 3 students. The walnut wood, sourced from Lake Geneva, was sold at a generous discount by a former high school shop student who loved the cause.
Guests admired the table throughout the evening before it sold for $700. Lincoln-Way is grateful to the Foundation for its support and proud of the students for putting their skills to the test in such a meaningful way.
📢 Online registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open! Log in to Skyward Family Access to get started.
‼️Reminder: Only students who have been registered will be able to see their class schedule when they are released in August!
Lincoln-Way SkillsUSA clubs hosted the annual district welding contest, their largest event of the year, on March 13th at Lincoln-Way Central. 84 student welders participated in the contest, competing across three categories: Intermediate, Advanced, and Pro.
Congrats to our winners 🎉
🟠 Intermediate: Sean Eakin from West
🔴Advanced: Luke Thornsbury from Central
🟠Pro: Leeland Walsh from West
The contest drew approximately 400 people in attendance, as well as welding industry guests who served as judges, guest speakers and observers of the contest.
This year, the program was able to provide a total of $36,000 in awards, gifts, and scholarships to contestants and its SkillsUSA members, including tools and equipment that can be used as they pursue their careers.
For more information on the contest, visit our website: https://www.lw210.org/article/2105050
The library was rocking at Central this morning, with the new "Central Perk" 🍵 coffee house open and "Karaoke Knight" in full swing! It was such a good time that even LWE principal Mr. Griggs stopped by for a cup. Happy Friday! 🔵🔴
🎉 Congratulations to Mandy Trayser who was named the Special Services Educator of the Year!
LWE art students and their teacher devoted their time, talent, and creativity to help support the Frankfort Arts Association’s Resonance exhibition and scholarship fundraiser. Abigail Bunch, Noah Powell, Reese Valek, Eleni Xenidis, and teacher Dena Cavazos each transformed a used violin into a beautiful piece of artwork that will be auctioned to raise money for an art scholarship to be awarded to a Frankfort student pursuing a degree in the arts. The community can begin bidding on the violins now through March 27th at 8:00pm by visiting the Frankfort Arts Association website: https://frankfortarts.betterworld.org/auctions/resonance
ArtWorks is happening NOW until 3pm 🎨 🖼️ at LWE! Stop by to see artwork from LW-area students, participate in hands-on art demonstrations, and more!
This morning, we welcomed community leaders from across the Lincoln-Way area at our annual Community Leaders Breakfast. We are truly grateful for our community partners, as they help to make our schools stronger. Thank you to everyone who attended!
Lincoln-Way East is proud to present Les Misérables, School Edition as their spring musical! Come out to support these talented students next weekend. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://lincoln-way.ticketleap.com/lwelesmis/
