Lincoln-Way East Receives the Governor’s Blue-Ribbon Award
Last night at a ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield, Lincoln-Way East High School was honored with the Governor’s Blue-Ribbon Award, recognizing our school’s dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.
Representing Lincoln-Way East at the event were Principal Toriano Griggs, Science Department Chair Maria Wilson, and Math Department Chair Julie Flitcraft, who proudly accepted the award from Illinois State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders and Governor JB Pritzker.
Principal Griggs shared, “This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and pride shown every day by our incredible students, staff, families, and community. Together, they make Lincoln-Way East a place where excellence continues to thrive.”
Congratulations to the entire Griffin family on this outstanding honor!
Go East! Go Griffins! Go Blue!
Last night at a ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield, Lincoln-Way East High School was honored with the Governor’s Blue-Ribbon Award, recognizing our school’s dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.
Representing Lincoln-Way East at the event were Principal Toriano Griggs, Science Department Chair Maria Wilson, and Math Department Chair Julie Flitcraft, who proudly accepted the award from Illinois State Superintendent Dr. Tony Sanders and Governor JB Pritzker.
Principal Griggs shared, “This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and pride shown every day by our incredible students, staff, families, and community. Together, they make Lincoln-Way East a place where excellence continues to thrive.”
Congratulations to the entire Griffin family on this outstanding honor!
Go East! Go Griffins! Go Blue!
From start to finish, it was a day filled with Griffin pride, celebrations, and unforgettable moments!
So many reasons to be proud, so many memories made, and so much to celebrate!
We will be joining many schools nationwide in a collection for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Since 2006, Lincoln-Way students and staff have made significant donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society yearly.
We will once again have a link for each school in order to collect donations. All donations are appreciated and are tax-deductible. Your support empowers The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to achieve their goal to cure blood cancer and provide support to patients and their families.
Thank you in advance for your donation!
Welcome to Lincoln Way East's Fundraising Page: https://pages.lls.org/events/home/DaretoDreamschools/lincolnwayeast
We will once again have a link for each school in order to collect donations. All donations are appreciated and are tax-deductible. Your support empowers The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to achieve their goal to cure blood cancer and provide support to patients and their families.
Thank you in advance for your donation!
Welcome to Lincoln Way East's Fundraising Page: https://pages.lls.org/events/home/DaretoDreamschools/lincolnwayeast
Students in Mrs. Zolk's English 2 Honors classes reviewed for their upcoming vocabulary quiz by participating in small groups in a friendly competition to determine how to use words within provided context. The review game was a cross between BINGO and a relay race, adding in collaboration, movement, and fun. Good luck to all on the quiz!
LWE fall play is next weekend Saturday October 17th at 7pm and Sunday October 18th at 3pm. The show, "Maid to Order" is a fast-paced, hilarious one-hour comedy filled with mixed-up identities, ridiculous characters, unexpected twists, and a totally chaotic chase scene. Tickets are $10 at the door. You won't want to miss it.
The LWE Interact Club took some time to write thank you notes for the veterans who get the chance to ride the Chicago honor flight from Chicago to Washington. The vets will be able to read them on the flight.
Get ready, Griffins! Wednesday, October 14th is PreACT/ACT Testing Day for Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors.
Reminder! NO zero hour classes this day.
Standard testing will be dismissed at 11:45a.m.
Please make sure to bring your fully-charged school laptop, charger, pen/pencil, calculator and a student ID with you.
Wednesday is a non-attendance day for seniors.
Tickets are now on sale for Madrigals at Lincoln-Way East! This year’s theme is For the Beauty of the Earth, inviting us to appreciate the natural world and the many elements that make it extraordinary. Ring in the holiday season with this special tradition! Performances will take place from December 4-6. Grab your tickets at lwemusic.org.
Do Rite Donuts is coming for FBLA on Friday, October 16th during all lunch hours. We are trying a new pre-order link! https://portal.tripleseat.com/direct_bookings/jvsndc372t4/type
Pre-book your ordery today!
Pre-book your ordery today!
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Amy Cavaugh. She was the honorary captian for LWE's Homecoming game Friday where she conducted the coin flip before the game. #goeast
Thomas Jefferson made a special visit to Lincoln-Way East as Mr. Olson’s AP U.S. History students stepped back in time for a unique “coffeehouse” discussion.
This year marks Mr. Olson’s 25th year portraying Thomas Jefferson, bringing history to life through conversations about the writing of the Declaration of Independence, the coming of the Revolutionary War, and the challenges and possibilities facing the young republic in the years that followed.
What better way to explore America’s 250th anniversary than by hearing directly from “Thomas Jefferson” himself?
Homecoming 2026
A Night in Rio is almost here! And we’re bringing the FOOD TRUCKS!
Friday night, September 25th, the Griffins take the field for another exciting Homecoming football game!
Varsity Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Fireworks during Halftime!
Don’t forget to purchase your tickets on GoFan! https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15560
GO GRIFFINS!
Varsity Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Fireworks during Halftime!
Don’t forget to purchase your tickets on GoFan! https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15560
GO GRIFFINS!
Senior Sunrise 2026
HOMECOMING DANCE TICKET SALES
Tickets are sold online only. Please make sure you enter the correct student ID number(s) when purchasing.
SINGLE TICKET
Use your LWE student ID number to purchase a single ticket.
LWE STUDENT + LWE GUEST
You will need both LWE student ID numbers to purchase the tickets.
LWE STUDENT + OUTSIDE GUEST
Planning to bring a guest from another school? Follow these steps:
1-Pick up an Outside Guest Form from SSO.
2-Have your guest’s school administrator approve the form.
3-Return the completed form to SSO for Mr. Victor’s approval by September 22.
4-Pick up the approved form from SSO. It will include the Outside Guest Ticket Code.
5-Purchase the LWE student ticket + Outside Guest ticket using the code by September 25.
6-The LWE student ticket and Outside Guest ticket MUST be purchased together.
AFTER PURCHASING YOUR TICKET
You will receive an email with a QR code after purchasing your ticket(s).
Be sure to have your QR code accessible on your phone when entering the dance.
All students must have their LWE student ID to enter.
All guests must be 14–20 years old. No junior high students.
No student entry after 8:00 PM.
Once a student leaves the dance, they may not re-enter.
Happy Homecoming Week!
HOMECOMING WEEK: A NIGHT IN RIO!
MATCHING SET MONDAY
Monday, September 21st
Go head-to-toe with your look!
✨ Dress in ONE COLOR from head to toe
✨ OR wear the SAME BRAND from head to toe
Let’s kick off Homecoming Week and bring the Rio vibes to East!
MATCHING SET MONDAY
Monday, September 21st
Go head-to-toe with your look!
✨ Dress in ONE COLOR from head to toe
✨ OR wear the SAME BRAND from head to toe
Let’s kick off Homecoming Week and bring the Rio vibes to East!
The Fall Anatomy & Physiology Medical class just started their rotations at Olympia Fields
Our Wednesday Spanish tutoring program was busy today with lots of Spanish Honors Society tutors helping Spanish 1 and 2 students prepare for upcoming tests! Stop by and see us next week for some extra help!
Griffins, it’s time to get your team together and compete for the Homecoming Olympics!
Event Date: Monday, September 21st
Check-In Times:
• Freshmen/Sophomores: 5:30 PM
• Juniors/Seniors: 6:45 PM
Fieldhouse Check-In
HOW IT WORKS: Teams will compete in a variety of challenges, with points awarded for:
-- Spirit Days
--Points at Games
-- Scavenger Hunt
--Relay Challenges
--Dodgeball
--Tug of War
Teams: 8 members + 1 alternate
--Each team must have one staff sponsor from their grade level.
DON’T FORGET: Each participant should bring ONE canned good per person for the Frankfort Food Pantry! Team names must be school-appropriate and approved.
One winning team from each grade level will advance to face off against our staff at the Pep Assembly!
Registration : Due Wednesday, September 16th
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register your team!
Who’s taking home the Homecoming Olympics title?
