Started here, now she’s leading here 🎓
From sitting in the same classroom as a preschool student to guiding today’s students as an Early Childhood Education student, Miss Avery is a true full-circle moment in action! #BeAWarrior
Mr. Huizinga’s Forensics classes had the opportunity to learn from a real expert in the field! 🧬🔬
Kelly Krajnik, a forensic scientist with the Illinois State Police at the Joliet Forensic Science Laboratory, visited our students to share insights into the world of biological and DNA evidence. From real-world case applications to the science behind the scenes, students gained a better understanding of how forensic science plays a critical role in solving crimes.
The West Business Leaders had a great start to their day, enjoying breakfast before school while hearing insights from Fitness Premier’s local business owners!
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to all the Special Games fun!
Keep the excitement going all week long with this year’s Wizard of Oz–themed spirit days. Lollipops are still available for purchase in the cafeteria during lunch hours—while supplies last!
Tomorrow, our Special Games athletes will also be hosting the Emerald City Challenge during all lunch periods. Don’t miss out on the fun!
🗣️Sophomore students are practicing their speaking skills in English this spring! They are learning to give strong speeches by outlining their presentations, using effective visual aids, and employing strategies to reduce anxiety.
Last week we celebrated the Mathletes at our end-of-year team dinner!
Congrats to all of our All-Conference Mathletes, and a special thank you to our seniors for setting the standard and leading the way!
Another successful season in the books 📚 📐🧡
Congratulations to Ethan Fitterer, Eli Nelson, Tyler Mennite, Noah Stamborski, Jack Panagos, and Liam Viebach on placing 3rd at the Argonne Autonomous Vehicle Competition. Their car successfully navigated the course in under 45 seconds!! Go Warriors!
At last week’s meeting, Warrior Way heard from two of our retiring teachers. Thank you, Ms. Hnetkovsky and Mrs. Schiller, for your lasting impact on our students and for sharing valuable insights as our seniors prepare for life after Lincoln-Way.
This past weekend, the Lincoln-Way West SkillsUSA team traveled to Peoria to compete at the State competition. Congratulations to Austin Labaj for taking 1st place at State in the Individual Welding Competition. Way to go, Austin!
📢 Juniors and Seniors! Social tickets are now on sale. Join your friends for a night to celebrate the end of the school year on Wednesday, May 13, at Zachary's Red Barn in Homer Glen.
🎟️ Your social ticket includes a DJ, outdoor fun, s'mores, pizza and a taco bar from Joey's, and more. Wear your best Y2K outfit or casual attire; all must be school-appropriate. Tickets are on sale for $30 on Omella from now through May 9.
➡️ This event is open only to Lincoln-Way West juniors and seniors, and tickets will not be sold at the door. You can find the link to purchase tickets on the TV monitors in the hallways or the announcements posted on Skyward.
Warriors Wear Orange on Fridays.
#BeAWarrior
Juniors and Seniors: This is the LAST day to purchase prom tickets. Scan the QR code on the TV screens or social media to purchase your ticket, or access the link to purchase tickets on the announcements posted on Skyward. Paper tickets need to be picked up in the cafeteria before school or after school. Absolutely no prom tickets will be sold after Friday, April 24, at 3pm, and tickets will NOT be sold at the door. Bringing an outside guest? Make sure to bring your approved outside guest form with you when you pick up your ticket.
Celebrating talent, friendship, and all the smiles ✨🎤🧡
Thank you to everyone who made this year’s Best Buddies Talent Show a success! #BeAWarrior
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students at the Annual Spring Art Show. It is always wonderful to see the talent and creativity of our students on display. Congratulations to all the artists with artwork in the show this year. A special congratulations to Olivia Zic for winning the Purchase Award this year and having her painting added to the permanent collection in the auditorium lobby!
Hard work. Determination. Excellence.
Over 130 Class of 2026 seniors were recognized at yesterday’s Academic Breakfast for outstanding achievements, including Summa Cum Laude, National Merit Finalist and Commended, College Board National Recognition, Illinois State Scholar, and AP Scholar distinctions.
We are incredibly proud of your dedication and commitment to excellence—your future is bright!
📚The Lincoln-Way West Library is hosting a free Children’s Literacy Night on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Children of all ages may listen to stories read by West students, participate in book bingo, and create bookmarks, buttons, paper crafts, and stickers. We will be accepting new or gently used picture books to be given to Bernie’s Books for those who would like to donate. You may arrive at any time between 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The stories will be continuous, and bingo will be held every 30 minutes for four sessions beginning at 6:00 p.m.
➡️ Please enter through the main doors of Lincoln-Way West where student volunteers will guide you to the library.
🧡 West students from Book Club, the West Gazette newspaper, Be the Change, Bring Change to Mind, the Interact Club, and library aides will be available to assist with the activities.
SkillsUSA continues to grow, and our Warriors are ready for State! Good luck to all of our students representing Lincoln-Way West this weekend—we’re proud of you! #BeAWarrior
Chirping with excitement! Today, Intro to Animal Sciences students are gaining hands-on experience working with baby chicks 🐥
Creative Writing Club visited Grounded Books and Coffee Bar for this week’s meeting to see how new spaces and new books inspire their creativity 📚✍️
Sophomores & Juniors – Are you interested in helping at next year’s Freshman Orientation?
The 2026 – 2027 Welcome Crew applications are now available. The flyer with the QR code to the application are currently on display on the TV monitors in the hallways.
See Mrs. Novak in B123A, the Student Activities Office, with any questions.
#BeAWarrior #GetInvolved #LeadTheWay
