Students in Mr. McCleish's AP Government classes at East participated in a lobbying project where they researched legislation, developed and defended a position, and connected directly with elected officials.

Juniors Huda B. and Kaitlyn A.i chose to advocate for HB4438, the “State Bee Designation” bill, and reached out to State Senator Michael Hastings through multiple avenues to share their support. Senator Hastings responded live from the Senate Floor, pledging to vote in favor of the bill!

Last week, Senator Hastings visited Mr. McCleish's 2nd hour AP Gov class to discuss the importance of lobbying, civic engagement, and the impact students can make when they use their voices.

McCleish praised Huda and Kaitlyn along with their classmates for applying what they learned in class to the real world and demonstrating the power of active citizenship. Way to go!
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way East High School
Two students posing next to a whiteboard. One wears a black hoodie and the other a black top with the number 44.
A group of students and two adults stand in a classroom, smiling, with whiteboards and a flag in the background.
Sen. Hastings stands in front of class with students seated at desks, engaged in discussion. Walls are decorated with posters and flags.
A teacher and two students in black shirts with "Save the Bees" text and red stars pose for a photo in a classroom.
A teacher stands in front of a student seated at a table in a classroom. A clock and American flag are visible.
As the school year comes to a close, please join us in celebrating our 2026 retirees! These dedicated staff members have made a lasting impact on our district and the lives of countless students throughout the years. We are grateful for their service and wish them all the best in this exciting next chapter! (2/2)

Joan Meininger - Bus Driver - 19 Years
James Nair - World Language - 28 Years
Joel Pallissard - P.E. - 32 Years
Dan Radz - Math - 29 Years
Ted Robbins - Principal - 26 Years
Michelle Schiller - English - 29 Years
Randy Schumacher - World Language - 23 Years
Sheila Sola - Special Services - 20 Years
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A photo of Ted Robbins, principal for 26 years, in a suit and tie with a smile, on an orange background.
A photo of a man in a blue polo shirt stands out on a red and white background. Text reads "RANDY SCHUMACHER, WORLD LANGUAGE, 23 YEARS".
A profile card displays a man with a mustache, wearing a red hoodie. The card reads "DAN RADZ" above and "MATH" below. He has taught for 29 years.
A blue and white badge features a photo of a woman wearing a leopard print jacket and glasses.
A blue and white background with a white border shows a photo of a man. He wears a white polo shirt with "FAST" text. "JAMES NAIR" is at the top.
A woman with blonde hair smiles in a blue patterned blouse. The text "SHEILA SOLA" and "SPECIAL SERVICES 20 YEARS" appear on a blue background.
A poster with a smiling woman in a floral shirt. It says "Michelle Schiller" at the top. Below, it says "ENGLISH" and "29 YEARS."
A blue and white design features a picture of a smiling man in a black polo shirt. Text reads "JOEL PALLISSARD" and "P.E. 32 YEARS".

As the school year comes to a close, please join us in celebrating our 2026 retirees! These dedicated staff members have made a lasting impact on our district and the lives of countless students throughout the years. We are grateful for their service and wish them all the best in this exciting next chapter! (1/2)

Sandy Chellios -Registrar - 23 Years
David Ernst - Social Science - 25 Years
Dawn Floyd - World Language - 31 Years
Gary Henderson - Science - 33 Years
Colin Hopper - Social Science - 33 Years
Lynne Jurges - P.P.S. - 26 Years
Lynn Hnetkovsky - C.T.E. - 32 Years

4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
An orange background displays a photo of a woman wearing a peach polo shirt. Text reads "SANDY CHELLIOs, REGISTRAR, 23 YEARS."
Orange and black background. White frame around a photo of a man. His name, "David Ernst," is above the photo.
A smiling woman with glasses on a red background. "DAWN FLOYD" is at the top, "WORLD LANGUAGE" below, and "31 YEARS" under that.
White square containing a photo of a man smiling. "Colin Hopper" in white text at the top. "SOCIAL SCIENCE" below photo, "33 YEARS" below that.
Photo of a woman in an orange sleeveless top. Her name, Lynne Jurges, is displayed above. Below, it reads P.P.S. 26 Years.
A photo of Gary Henderson with the text "33 YEARS" and "SCIENCE" displayed in a white border.
An orange and black card features a photo of a woman. Name reads "Lynn Hnetkovsky" with "C.T.E." below.
Transition Program Department Chair Matt Ryan was recently nominated for the Lou Malnati’s Free Pizza for a Year Teacher Recognition Program , and last week, the pizza delivery arrived with a surprise announcement that he had been selected as a winner! 🍕👏

Matt was recognized for his dedication to our Transition students and the incredible impact he makes through community-based vocational and life skills opportunities. His passion for creating meaningful experiences for students and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and students truly makes a difference.

Congratulations, Matt, and thank you for all you do for Lincoln-Way students!
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A man and woman stand behind a large pizza box in a room with chairs and shelves.
Three adults stand in a room, holding a pizza box. Two women in jackets, one in red and one in blue, flank a man in black.
Finals are just one week away! Good luck, Lincoln-Way 🔴🔵🟠
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Red background with a LWC logo.Title "Final Exams" at top. Three days and hours listed.
A blue and white background displays a schedule for final exams. "FINAL EXAMS" is in bold, black text. Three days are listed, each with exam times.
A n orange schedule for final exams over three days, showing start and end times for each hour.
Lincoln-Way plans to live stream all graduation ceremonies today. Follow the links below to view the stream.

🟠West (11AM):https://www.youtube.com/live/HZi1Pt2ctE4

🔵East (1PM): https://www.youtube.com/@GriffinTVClub/streams

🔴Central (3PM) :https://www.youtube.com/@lwcentralknight

* Please note, the stream will not be available until the event begins.
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Black and white image of two students in caps and gowns. The text reads "Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony Live Stream May 16, 2026".
Our seniors gathered one last time to enjoy food, games and music while soaking in the final moments of high school. Now the classes are over, the yearbooks have been signed, and the memories have been made. All that’s left is to walk across the stage. 🎓
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Six individuals seated on a blanket on a grassy field, smiling. One person holds a plate.
Two people in front of a building, one hands out pancakes on a grill to others.
People stand behind a fence signing yearbooks
Two students stand on a field holding yearbooks
Two students seated on stadium bleachers, one writing on paper, the other using a phone.
On a football field, players engage in a game. A person throws a ball, while another attempts to catch it.
Three students sitting at a picnic table with cups, a handbag, and a book. Behind them, a grassy area with people and a car.
Four students seated on a blanket on a field with various items around them. A clear blue sky in the background.
Group of girls sitting on a blanket on a grassy field, with a track and stadium in the background.
All three Lincoln-Way schools hosted their community scholarship night earlier this month. 329 members of the Class of 2026 received a total of 462 scholarship awards from 204 organizations. The scholarships awarded this year total more than $1.7M.

This year’s total includes three Chick Evans scholarships, one Military Academy West Point appointment, and one Naval Academy appointment.

We are grateful to all of our local scholarship providers for believing in our students and assisting them on the next step of their educational journey! Congratulations to all of our student scholarship recipients.
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Six people pose for a photo in front of a wall displaying a team logo and the word "Knights".
Two individuals shake hands on a stage, surrounded by a seated audience. The stage has a blue backdrop and brick wall.
A person at a podium speaks in front of a seated audience in a theater.
Two people stand on a stage holding a certificate, with a group of people sitting in the background.
A person hands a certificate to another on a stage while an audience of seated people watch.
A person on stage shaking hands with a baseball player in front of an audience.
A person hands an envelope to another person on a stage. An audience sits in the background.
A group of students watch a young man receiving an award from a woman during a ceremony.
A group of women in various outfits, seated on chairs on a stage with a red backdrop.
Three adults, two women and a man, stand in front of a seated audience in a theater.
Due to the inclement weather forecasted for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16, we have adjusted the graduation ceremony schedule as follows:

Lincoln-Way West (NO CHANGE): 11AM
Lincoln-Way East: 1PM
Lincoln-Way Central: 3PM

We are hopeful that this minor adjustment to the schedule will allow all three ceremonies to take place without interruption from the anticipated storms. If any additional changes become necessary, we will communicate with senior families as promptly as possible.

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we work to provide a safe and memorable celebration for our graduates and their families.

We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 with you this weekend!
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A circular logo with "Lincoln-Way District 210" at top and "GRADUATION UPDATE" below, set on a gray background with dots.
The Lincoln-Way West SkillsUSA team traveled to Peoria to compete at the State competition in April, where senior Austin Labaj took 1st place in the Individual Welding Competition. Way to go, Austin!
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Two people in formal attire stand in a room with a beige wall. The student on the left holds a red award.
Student stands on stage with two people behind him. Behind him is a backdrop with a SkillsUSA logo.
We are proud to announce several new head coaching appointments across the district:

• Alan Durham – Head Coach, Girls Wrestling (District)
• Brian Gibson – Head Coach, Girls Basketball (East)
• Kris Fiore – Head Coach, Boys Golf ( East)
• Jodi Frigo – Head Coach, Girls Volleyball (West)

These coaches are ready to build on strong traditions and lead our student-athletes to success.

🔗 Read more: https://www.lw210.org/article/2889098
4 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Photo of Alan Durham, wearing a gray jacket and tie, with "Lincoln Way Wrestling" on the jacket.
A blue and white graphic displays the name "Brian Gibson" with a photo of a coach and a player.
A blue and white header displays "KRIS FIORE" above a man in a blue checkered shirt and tie. Text reads "BOYS GOLF" at bottom.
A woman smiles with a blurred orange background and the text "JODI FRIGO" above, and "GIRLS VOLLEYBALL" below.

Students from all three Lincoln-Way music departments participated in a side-by-side concert day with the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra last week! The program, "Harmony and Hogwarts" drew an audience of over 2000 students to Governors State University. 🔴🔵🟠

5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A group of musicians in a concert hall, holding cellos, violins, and other string instruments, posing for a photo.
Musicians seated in rows, playing instruments such as violins and harps, with a drum and gong on stage.
Musicians in suits sit on chairs on a stage, playing cellos, violins, flutes, and trumpets.
A large orchestra performs on a stage with wooden flooring, seated musicians, and a conductor. The stage is illuminated by overhead lights.
Congratulations to the more than 50 student athletes who committed to continuing with their sport at the college level during Spring Signing Day! Visit our website to see where they're headed: https://www.lw210.org/article/2881833
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Nine individuals stand on a stage holding certificates; some wear sneakers, others boots. A blue backdrop displays white and red logos.
A group of young athletes and a coach posing in a gym with a table in front.
Group of young athletes and coaches standing behind a table, signing documents. A blue wall with logos is in the background.
A group of students stands in a line on a basketball court, with a school logo on the floor.
Thank you to the New Lenox Fire Department for visiting our Transition Program earlier this week! The students had fun learning what firefighters do to stay strong (and of course, visiting with Willie !)
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Several people in a grassy area, two firefighters are demonstrating an exercise with resistance bands to students.
Four people sit around a dog on grass; one holds a leash.
A person in gray stands holding equipment; another person in black stands nearby. Both are outside with others.
A student attempts a fire rescue on a dummy in a black suit on a grassy field with trees and traffic cones.
A group of people, including law enforcement, poses for a photo on a grassy field with trees.
A student attempts a fire rescue on a dummy in a black suit on a grassy field with trees and traffic cones.
People crouch on a grassy field, interacting with a large white dog.
Two people are on a grassy field with trees. One person is pulling a dummy across the grass.
This week is a wonderful opportunity to show our staff just how grateful we are for their time, dedication, and compassion for our students. You make our schools a better place every day! Join us in saying “thank you” to those who have such a meaningful impact on our school community. 🔴🔵🟠
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Staff appreciation week graphic with photos of staff in the background and the Lincoln-Way logo in the bottom left corner.
🎓 Graduating senior families: Don't miss your last chance to enter the raffle for VIP graduation seats! Ticket sales close on Saturday at noon.

Purchase a raffle ticket for your chance at an up-close view of your student as they receive their diploma with the Lincoln-Way High School District 210 Foundation's VIP Graduation Seats.

The winner of each raffle will receive 6 seats and a designated parking space. Don't miss your chance to win, entries are $25 for 1, $50 for 3 or $100 for 8.

Purchase as many tickets as you like here: https://2026VIPgrad.givesmart.com
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Group of people seated in chairs on a football field with a blue sky and clouds.
People seated on a football field, watching a group of individuals in orange uniforms on a stage.
A graduation ceremony with graduates in caps and gowns on a stage, with faculty seated and a podium.
The Lincoln-Way Transition Program Flower Sale will take place this Saturday at the LWC greenhouse from 9am-12pm! This year's crop is outstanding and is sure to make your garden pop. Join us to purchase your plants and support our Transition Program! 🌸🌹🌷
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A poster for the LW Transition Flower Sale. It includes prices for flowers, vegetables, and potted plants. There are QR codes to scan for more information.
A person in a red shirt is using a sprayer on plants in a greenhouse.
Two people in a greenhouse with ear protection, examining rows of potted plants. Glass walls and ceiling provide natural light.
A person in a red shirt examines flowers in a greenhouse. Various plants and flowers are visible.
A person wearing headphones and a black t-shirt stands in a greenhouse with plants and flowers.
A person waters plants in a greenhouse. The person wears a red shirt and tan pants.
A person in a white shirt and black pants examines plants in a greenhouse. Trays of seedlings are on shelves.
Two people in a greenhouse work with seedlings in pots; one wears headphones and the other wears a white long-sleeve shirt.
We've made it to the last month of the school year! Here are your upcoming events for May:

May 16: Graduation, all schools
May 21: Board of Education Meeting
May 25: No School
May 26-28: Final Exams
5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A banner lists upcoming events for May, including graduation on May 16, a board of education meeting on May 21, no school on May 25, and final exams May 26-28.

More than 300 Lincoln-Way students were recognized at the Celebration of Biliteracy last night! Students were honored with either a Commendation or a Seal in a designated language.

The Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy recognizes graduating seniors who demonstrate high proficiency in English and at least one additional language. Students may qualify through several state-approved assessments in English (such as SAT, ACT, ACCESS, AP English, or other approved measures) and through state-approved assessments in another language (such as AP, STAMP, AAPPL, Avant, IB, or other approved assessments).

Students demonstrating Intermediate High proficiency (or equivalent) may earn the Seal. Students demonstrating Intermediate Low proficiency (or equivalent) may qualify for the State Commendation Toward Biliteracy.

Please join us in congratulating these seniors on an outstanding achievement! View the list of honorees here: https://www.lw210.org/article/2852451

5 months ago, Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
A student speaks at a podium with flowers, balloons, and a sign reading "Lincoln Way." Audience members are seated on a stage.
Three people on a stage, one in a red dress shaking hands with a man in a suit.
Two students hold certificates before an arch of colorful balloons, with brick walls in the background.
A group of people stand in front of a brick wall, holding certificates, smiling, and posing for a picture.
Large group of people holding certificates, seated in rows on a stage, brick wall in the background.
Students and staff stand on a stage, with a digital sign behind them reading "Digital Program."
Three students in a hallway pose for a photo, holding certificates. One wears a white sweater, another a floral dress, and the third a denim jacket.
A stage with a projector screen, speakers, and balloons. People are seated, likely for an event.
A podium with flowers and balloons stands in front of a speaker wearing a white shirt and tie.
A stage with a person speaking, a screen with text, a flower arrangement, balloons, and a speaker.

The first of two Lincoln-Way flower sales is coming up this weekend. Visit Lincoln-Way East's greenhouse on Sunday, May 3rd from 11am-2pm and pick up your plants just in time for the weather to warm up.

Plants available include:
Begonias
Impatiens
Petunias
Lantana
Celosia
Dahlias
Cherry and Early Girl Tomatoes
Orange and Green Peppers

And MORE!

Support the Lincoln-Way East Pathways program and do some spring shopping with us!

*The greenhouse is located on the north west side of the building.

5 months ago, Lincoln-Way East High School
Three people work on potted plants inside a greenhouse. Two of them wear glasses. The person in blue has a beard.
A greenhouse filled with various potted plants, including red flowers, with a sign displaying information.
People plant seedlings in trays. The table is outdoors. Vehicles are parked in the background.
Display of vibrant purple flowers in front of a greenhouse with white signs. Green plants and grass surround the area.
Several people work at a table in a greenhouse, tending to seedlings in black containers.