We are excited to welcome the Lincoln-Way East Class of 2029!
Freshman Orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 13th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Lincoln-Way East High School.
During this orientation, incoming freshman will:
• Meet fellow classmates
• Participate in a guided tour led by our Griffin Crew leaders
• Have their school ID photos taken
• Receive their laptops
• Learn everything they need to know to start the school year with confidence
Please drop off your student at the main entrance off Colorado Avenue at Door #1 or Door #40.
The goal of this event is to provide you with helpful information to support and guide your freshman as they navigate this important transition. If you are unable to attend in person, a recorded presentation will be made available for viewing at your convenience after the event.
We understand that this is a busy time of year for families. If your student is unable to attend Freshman Orientation, we encourage them to participate in the LWE Open House on Thursday, August 14th, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. During the Open House, Griffin Crew leaders will be available to give tours of the building and assist students with laptop pickup.
In addition, we have added a parent session to Open House. This meeting is designed especially for parents of transfer students and first-time high school parents. Whether you're new to high school life or just looking for helpful info, we've got you covered! Come learn how we support your student’s success. An emailed version of this meeting will be sent home if you cannot attend.
Please note: If a student is unable to attend Freshman Orientation, they will receive a temporary ID and an updated school ID will be issued after school picture day.
We look forward to working with you and your student as we begin an exciting new school year!
Freshman Orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 13th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Lincoln-Way East High School.
During this orientation, incoming freshman will:
• Meet fellow classmates
• Participate in a guided tour led by our Griffin Crew leaders
• Have their school ID photos taken
• Receive their laptops
• Learn everything they need to know to start the school year with confidence
Please drop off your student at the main entrance off Colorado Avenue at Door #1 or Door #40.
The goal of this event is to provide you with helpful information to support and guide your freshman as they navigate this important transition. If you are unable to attend in person, a recorded presentation will be made available for viewing at your convenience after the event.
We understand that this is a busy time of year for families. If your student is unable to attend Freshman Orientation, we encourage them to participate in the LWE Open House on Thursday, August 14th, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. During the Open House, Griffin Crew leaders will be available to give tours of the building and assist students with laptop pickup.
In addition, we have added a parent session to Open House. This meeting is designed especially for parents of transfer students and first-time high school parents. Whether you're new to high school life or just looking for helpful info, we've got you covered! Come learn how we support your student’s success. An emailed version of this meeting will be sent home if you cannot attend.
Please note: If a student is unable to attend Freshman Orientation, they will receive a temporary ID and an updated school ID will be issued after school picture day.
We look forward to working with you and your student as we begin an exciting new school year!
Grab a delicious meal at Panera this Thursday and help support!
A portion of sales will be donated back to LWE — just show the flyer or mention our organization at checkout.
Thank you in advance for your support and generosity!
The 2025 Joliet Area High School Art Exhibition is currently on display at Joliet Junior College in the Laura A. Sprague Art Gallery. Congratulations to L-Way East students Amelia Clark, Destiny Dorazio, Monroe Jones, Ava Onyschuk, and Alex Smith who all have artwork in this year's show. The show will have a closing reception to honor the student artists on Friday December 5th from 5:00--7:00pm.
Help FBLA raise funds for competitions by purchasing a Bundt Cake! See attached for details!
Teaching Internship attended the Future Teacher Conference at Illinois State University where they learned from current college students and professors what education programs offer students, advice for balancing college life, & a variety of education majors.
Ms. Hirsch from the Illinois State Police spoke to the LWE Forensic Science classes.
It's National School Psychology Week (NSPW). This week celebrates the contributions of school psychologists and the important role they play in schools and communities. NSPW is an annual opportunity to recognize school psychologists' work to help children thrive in school, at home, and in life. This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families, and school communities set and achieve their goals. We want to thank our psychologists, Mr. Decker and Ms. Porter, for making a difference every day at LWE.
Save the Date! Freshman Final Exam Review Night!
During the event, representatives from English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Science, and PE/Health departments will provide a brief overview of the final exams for each subject area. We’ll also review the final exam schedule and explain how final exams factor into semester grades. This session will provide both students and parents with valuable insights to approach final exams with confidence.
We encourage freshmen and their parents/guardians to attend this informative evening. It will last approximately one hour.
During the event, representatives from English, Reading, Math, Science, Social Science, and PE/Health departments will provide a brief overview of the final exams for each subject area. We’ll also review the final exam schedule and explain how final exams factor into semester grades. This session will provide both students and parents with valuable insights to approach final exams with confidence.
We encourage freshmen and their parents/guardians to attend this informative evening. It will last approximately one hour.
Congratulations to all of the students with artwork in the Vogt Visual Arts Center High School Art Exhibition. There are 32 students from LWE who have work in this year's show. The show will be on display at the Vogt Visual Arts Center, located in Tinley Park, from Nov. 8-30. A reception to honor the participants will be held on November 8th from 1:00-3:00pm.
Students with artwork in the show are Hallie Chavez, Olyvia Hunt, Aydin Waldecker, Ava Onyschuk, Zayn McIntyre, Destiny Dorazio, Sarah Markel, Reese Valek, Alex Smith, Abby Lizak, Declan Hannigan, Marlee Mucha, Halley Smith, Joanna Ratliff, Olivia Alpers, Payton Jackson, Natalie Munoz, Laney Johnson, Danny Aleman, Adeline Miller, Saoirse Hanley, Cesar Villalobos, Natasha Kaitei, Fernando Luna, Savannah Williams, Maya Raciniewska, Evyenia Mazarakos, Taylor Ossowski, Grace Griffith, Kailyn Krestan, April Madison, and Zoe Zerial.
East students attended a See Something, Say Something presentation facilitated by SSO Faculty during their advisory/lunch period. The Say Something program teaches high school students to recognize the warning signs of someone at-risk of hurting themselves or others and how to say something to a trusted adult to get help.
Lincoln-Way East continues in our annual fundraiser as a school for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. LLS has proudly published their 2024 annual report that includes recent updates about blood cancer research, treatments, and patient support. In addition, this report shows the tremendous impact OUR fundraising has on transforming lives.
The theme of this years’ report is “United in Action” – this is fitting because through the hard efforts and impact of OUR support, WE are fueling the LLS mission to bring an end to all blood cancers.
Check out the report at https://bloodcancerunited.org/about-us/annual-report
The theme of this years’ report is “United in Action” – this is fitting because through the hard efforts and impact of OUR support, WE are fueling the LLS mission to bring an end to all blood cancers.
Check out the report at https://bloodcancerunited.org/about-us/annual-report
Spanish 5 Literature class gaining perspective about El Día de los Muertos, teaching us that remembrance is a form of gratitude.
Every donation helps save lives !. One pint can make a difference for up to three people. Let’s make an impact together! See details to get involved.
The LWE EL Department invite teachers and staff to visit our 4th annual Culture Day event with their classes. Students had a chance to try a variety of food while learning about different cultures.
Welcome to AP Lit Book Club! Mrs. Cavanaugh’s AP Literature classes began their Speculative Fiction Book Clubs today.
These small groups chose to study either a dystopia or sci-fi novel and apply the concepts and skills they’ve learned in their anchor texts to investigate the novel together and create interpretations about authorial techniques and thematic goals.
Ms. Christensen, Mr. Fiore, and Ms. Graham from LWE Social Science met Senator Dick Durbin at a constitutional law conference for civics teachers in Chicago this morning.
We’re wrapping up Red Ribbon Week in style. Wear your black and blue school colors to show your spirit and commitment to being drug-free! Let’s scare away bad choices and celebrate a safe, healthy Halloween!
🐾Paws 4 Cause Update 🐾
Today, our Paws 4 Cause club made dog toys for local animal shelters!
If you missed today’s meeting, don’t worry. Listen to the announcements for details on our next one. We would love to have you join us and make a difference!
Today, our Paws 4 Cause club made dog toys for local animal shelters!
If you missed today’s meeting, don’t worry. Listen to the announcements for details on our next one. We would love to have you join us and make a difference!
Dr. Kelly Bray, an ER doctor spoke to the future healthcare workers club after school about her career path and practiced suturing techniques
Thursday Theme! Double the fun, double the commitment! Today we’re twinning to show that we stand together against drugs. Great friends make great choices. Let’s stay drug-free side by side! ❤️
