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West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest
The West40 Communications Team takes pride in creating impactful storytelling and branding work and this year the team is thrilled to...


West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools
West40 congratulates all of the teachers, administrators, and support staff recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education in this...


West40 Arranges for 20 Area Families to Receive New Mattresses
A new mattress could be the missing piece needed for a good night's sleep. That's why West40 and Mattress Firm teamed up to provide...


Strong Showing for Chicago Students at National Academic Decathlon
West40 congratulates all of the Illinois schools that participated in the 2025 US Academic Decathlon National Championships last week in...


Why We Need Invisible Infrastructure for Tiered Student Support - OPINION
The following opinion is from West40 professional learning specialist Demian LaPointe. Some of it was assisted by ChatGPT. Dear Leaders,...


Remote School Student Describes Her Journey to Graduation
Sammi Smith is about to cross the finish line as a graduate of the West40 Remote School and a recipient of a highly coveted student...


Students Share Their ALOP Success Stories
I have more confidence. I am getting better grades. I have less stress. We often hear that type of great news from students who...


West40 Takes A 'Closer Look' at Issues Impacting Education
West40 is committed to supporting students, educators and communities across West Cook County and beyond. One way do this is by...


West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions
West40 and 32 of our partner school districts celebrated nearly 150 amazing students in late March in a packed auditorium at West Leyden...


Seniors Plus Students in the Spotlight
The path to high school graduation may take a few twists and turns for some students. Afterall, life has a strange way of throwing...


West40 Partners with Manufacturer to Open Doors for Students
West40 believes that every student deserves a chance for success in the classroom and in the future. In fact, a goal of West40’s new...


Stepping Stones: Aubrey's Graphic Design Journey
A West40 Safe School student is already leaving her mark as an artist with her creations on display for hundreds of people to see at a...


West40 Adopts Resolution in Support of Vision 2030 to Enhance K-12 Learning
West40 has adopted a resolution in support of Vision 2030, a blueprint for excellence in K-12 public education in Illinois through...


Update on St. Joseph Campus Construction and Introducing the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart
West40 is excited to announce updates on the transformation of the former St. Joseph High School into a residential school for...


A Message from West40 Regarding Federal Immigration Policies
West40 ISC #2 is committed to the safety, well-being and success of our students. This includes a focus on treating all students with...


West40 Launches Groundbreaking Advocacy Program for K-3 Students
West40 Intermediate Service Center #2 has announced the expansion of its student advocacy programs to include students in Kindergarten...


Painted Lady Butterfly Kits Set to Return
Imagine the joy on your students faces as they witness the magic of caterpillars transforming into beautiful Painted Lady butterflies -...


School Executive Director & Architect Share Tips on Navigating School Construction
Planning, funding, and building a new school can be exciting and challenging at the same time. So if your district is about to embark on...


Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes
Cicero District 99’s multi-year journey to transform its schools through continuous improvement and a partnership with West40 has yielded...


West40 Office Closed on Election Day
The West40 Lexington office in Maywood will be closed on Tuesday, November 5 (Election Day), due to a releatively new Illinois law.
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