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Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

As the 24/25 school year comes to a close, the West40 Professional Learning Team is reflecting with deep gratitude and pride on the...

6 days ago

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Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

6 days ago

Dr. Klaisner Elected IARSS President, Selected for Leadership Academy

Jun 5

West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest

Jun 2

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

May 28

Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

6 days ago

Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

Professional Learning Team Meets Major Milestone and Looks Ahead

Dr. Klaisner Elected IARSS President, Selected for Leadership Academy

Jun 5

Dr. Klaisner Elected IARSS President, Selected for Leadership Academy

Dr. Klaisner Elected IARSS President, Selected for Leadership Academy

West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest

Jun 2

West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest

West40 Communications Team Earns Four Awards in National Contest

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

May 28

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

West40 Arranges for 20 Area Families to Receive New Mattresses

May 21

West40 Arranges for 20 Area Families to Receive New Mattresses

West40 Arranges for 20 Area Families to Receive New Mattresses

Strong Showing for Chicago Students at National Academic Decathlon

May 12

Strong Showing for Chicago Students at National Academic Decathlon

Strong Showing for Chicago Students at National Academic Decathlon

Why We Need Invisible Infrastructure for Tiered Student Support - OPINION

May 9

Why We Need Invisible Infrastructure for Tiered Student Support - OPINION

Why We Need Invisible Infrastructure for Tiered Student Support - OPINION

Remote School Student Describes Her Journey to Graduation

May 2

Remote School Student Describes Her Journey to Graduation

Remote School Student Describes Her Journey to Graduation

Students Share Their ALOP Success Stories

Apr 22

Students Share Their ALOP Success Stories

Students Share Their ALOP Success Stories

West40 Takes A 'Closer Look' at Issues Impacting Education

Apr 16

West40 Takes A 'Closer Look' at Issues Impacting Education

West40 Takes A 'Closer Look' at Issues Impacting Education

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

Mar 20

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

Seniors Plus Students in the Spotlight

Mar 19

Seniors Plus Students in the Spotlight

Seniors Plus Students in the Spotlight

West40 Partners with Manufacturer to Open Doors for Students

Mar 14

West40 Partners with Manufacturer to Open Doors for Students

West40 Partners with Manufacturer to Open Doors for Students

Stepping Stones: Aubrey's Graphic Design Journey

Mar 6

Stepping Stones: Aubrey's Graphic Design Journey

Stepping Stones: Aubrey's Graphic Design Journey

West40 Adopts Resolution in Support of Vision 2030 to Enhance K-12 Learning

Feb 7

West40 Adopts Resolution in Support of Vision 2030 to Enhance K-12 Learning

West40 Adopts Resolution in Support of Vision 2030 to Enhance K-12 Learning

Update on St. Joseph Campus Construction and Introducing the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart

Jan 21

Update on St. Joseph Campus Construction and Introducing the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart

Update on St. Joseph Campus Construction and Introducing the Heart 2 Heart Food Mart

A Message from West40 Regarding Federal Immigration Policies

Jan 17

A Message from West40 Regarding Federal Immigration Policies

A Message from West40 Regarding Federal Immigration Policies

West40 Launches Groundbreaking Advocacy Program for K-3 Students

Jan 14

West40 Launches Groundbreaking Advocacy Program for K-3 Students

West40 Launches Groundbreaking Advocacy Program for K-3 Students

Painted Lady Butterfly Kits Set to Return

Jan 9

Painted Lady Butterfly Kits Set to Return

Painted Lady Butterfly Kits Set to Return

School Executive Director & Architect Share Tips on Navigating School Construction

Dec 19, 2024

School Executive Director & Architect Share Tips on Navigating School Construction

School Executive Director & Architect Share Tips on Navigating School Construction

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Nov 21, 2024

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

West40 Office Closed on Election Day

Nov 5, 2024

West40 Office Closed on Election Day

West40 Office Closed on Election Day

Remote School Students and Staff Gather at Family Carnival

Melissa Hoskins

Oct 28, 2024

Remote School Students and Staff Gather at Family Carnival

Remote School Students and Staff Gather at Family Carnival

Update on St. Joseph Renovation

Oct 23, 2024

Update on St. Joseph Renovation

Update on St. Joseph Renovation

Supporting a Young Entrepreneur's Dream

Oct 15, 2024

Supporting a Young Entrepreneur's Dream

Supporting a Young Entrepreneur's Dream

Explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan with West40 at NO Cost

Sep 23, 2024

Explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan with West40 at NO Cost

Explore the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan with West40 at NO Cost

What Type of Educational Leader Are You?

Sep 12, 2024

What Type of Educational Leader Are You?

What Type of Educational Leader Are You?

See Demolition of St. Joseph High School's North Building in Photos

Sep 5, 2024

See Demolition of St. Joseph High School's North Building in Photos

See Demolition of St. Joseph High School's North Building in Photos

New Illinois Law Updates Teacher Certification Process

Sep 4, 2024

New Illinois Law Updates Teacher Certification Process

New Illinois Law Updates Teacher Certification Process

West40 Takes Important Role in Statewide Teacher Recruitment Campaign

Aug 30, 2024

West40 Takes Important Role in Statewide Teacher Recruitment Campaign

West40 Takes Important Role in Statewide Teacher Recruitment Campaign

A Conversation with Illinois Teacher of the year Dr. Rachael Mahmood

Aug 28, 2024

A Conversation with Illinois Teacher of the year Dr. Rachael Mahmood

A Conversation with Illinois Teacher of the year Dr. Rachael Mahmood

Digital Device Advice for Educators and Parents

Aug 19, 2024

Digital Device Advice for Educators and Parents

Digital Device Advice for Educators and Parents

Exploring St. Joseph High School's North Building Before its Demolition

Aug 9, 2024

Exploring St. Joseph High School's North Building Before its Demolition

Exploring St. Joseph High School's North Building Before its Demolition

West40 and Similar Education Organizations Now Eligible for State Construction Grants

Jul 23, 2024

West40 and Similar Education Organizations Now Eligible for State Construction Grants

West40 and Similar Education Organizations Now Eligible for State Construction Grants

See the Impact of West40's ALOP Program for FY24

Jul 11, 2024

See the Impact of West40's ALOP Program for FY24

See the Impact of West40's ALOP Program for FY24

Westchester Approves Ordinance for West40 to Run Residential School

Chris Coffey, West40

Jun 26, 2024

Westchester Approves Ordinance for West40 to Run Residential School

Westchester Approves Ordinance for West40 to Run Residential School

West40 Receives Honorable Mentions in School Communication Awards

Chris Coffey, West40

Jun 21, 2024

West40 Receives Honorable Mentions in School Communication Awards

West40 Receives Honorable Mentions in School Communication Awards

Westchester Village Board to Vote on West40's Petition on June 25

Chris Coffey, West40

Jun 12, 2024

Westchester Village Board to Vote on West40's Petition on June 25

Westchester Village Board to Vote on West40's Petition on June 25

Holocaust Survivors Guide Students through Their Stories in Virtual Reality Learning Experience

Chris Coffey, West40

Jun 11, 2024

Holocaust Survivors Guide Students through Their Stories in Virtual Reality Learning Experience

Holocaust Survivors Guide Students through Their Stories in Virtual Reality Learning Experience

Westchester Planning & Zoning Approves West40's Request for Special Permit for St. Joseph HS

Chris Coffey, West40

Jun 10, 2024

Westchester Planning & Zoning Approves West40's Request for Special Permit for St. Joseph HS

Westchester Planning & Zoning Approves West40's Request for Special Permit for St. Joseph HS

Lawmakers Approve Change to Educator Content Exam, Needs Governor's Signature to Become Law

Chris Coffey, West40

May 31, 2024

Lawmakers Approve Change to Educator Content Exam, Needs Governor's Signature to Become Law

Lawmakers Approve Change to Educator Content Exam, Needs Governor's Signature to Become Law

WEST40-BACKED BILL MAKES PROGRESS IN ILLINOIS LEGISLATURE

May 10, 2024

WEST40-BACKED BILL MAKES PROGRESS IN ILLINOIS LEGISLATURE

WEST40-BACKED BILL MAKES PROGRESS IN ILLINOIS LEGISLATURE

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

Apr 10, 2024

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

LAWMAKERS PROPOSE CHANGES TO ILLINOIS EDUCATOR CONTENT EXAMS

Mar 22, 2024

LAWMAKERS PROPOSE CHANGES TO ILLINOIS EDUCATOR CONTENT EXAMS

LAWMAKERS PROPOSE CHANGES TO ILLINOIS EDUCATOR CONTENT EXAMS

CONCERNS MOUNTING OVER ILLINOIS’ EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CONTENT EXAM

Feb 21, 2024

CONCERNS MOUNTING OVER ILLINOIS’ EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CONTENT EXAM

CONCERNS MOUNTING OVER ILLINOIS’ EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CONTENT EXAM

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

Jan 9, 2024

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

WEST40 UPDATE ON ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL

PROSPECTIVE TEACHER AND MENTOR QUESTION THE ILLINOIS MATH TEACHER CERTIFICATION EXAM

Dec 15, 2023

PROSPECTIVE TEACHER AND MENTOR QUESTION THE ILLINOIS MATH TEACHER CERTIFICATION EXAM

PROSPECTIVE TEACHER AND MENTOR QUESTION THE ILLINOIS MATH TEACHER CERTIFICATION EXAM

WEST40 PROUD TO HOST MULTIPLE EVENTS FOR STUDENTS’ FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS

Dec 12, 2023

WEST40 PROUD TO HOST MULTIPLE EVENTS FOR STUDENTS’ FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS

WEST40 PROUD TO HOST MULTIPLE EVENTS FOR STUDENTS’ FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS

UPDATE ON WEST40 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S PARTICIPATION IN MIDWEST REGIONAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Oct 24, 2023

UPDATE ON WEST40 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S PARTICIPATION IN MIDWEST REGIONAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

UPDATE ON WEST40 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S PARTICIPATION IN MIDWEST REGIONAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

WEST40 REACHES NEXT STEP IN ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATION

Oct 2, 2023

WEST40 REACHES NEXT STEP IN ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATION

WEST40 REACHES NEXT STEP IN ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATION

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West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

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...

May 28

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West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

May 28

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

Mar 20

100 Years of Memories: Leyden Celebrates Success, Honors History at Gala

Submitted by Karen Geddeis

Feb 12

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Nov 21, 2024

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

May 28

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

West40 Area Educators Honored for their Contributions to Schools

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

Mar 20

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

West40 Honors Students at SCOTY Awards and Organizes Competitions

100 Years of Memories: Leyden Celebrates Success, Honors History at Gala

Submitted by Karen Geddeis

Feb 12

100 Years of Memories: Leyden Celebrates Success, Honors History at Gala

100 Years of Memories: Leyden Celebrates Success, Honors History at Gala

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Nov 21, 2024

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Cicero District 99 Continuous Improvement Partnership with West40 Boosts Student Outcomes

Leyden High School District 212 Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Submitted by Karen Geddeis

Aug 12, 2024

Leyden High School District 212 Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Leyden High School District 212 Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Loyola Medicine Mobile Pediatric Unit Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Chris Coffey, West40

Jul 31, 2024

Loyola Medicine Mobile Pediatric Unit Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Loyola Medicine Mobile Pediatric Unit Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Leyden Wins National Award for Translation Efforts

Submitted by Karen Geddeis

Jul 10, 2024

Leyden Wins National Award for Translation Efforts

Leyden Wins National Award for Translation Efforts

Achieving a Merit and Fostering Literacy: Cicero Teen Installs Three Little Free Libraries at D99 Schools for Local Youth

Apr 29, 2024

Achieving a Merit and Fostering Literacy: Cicero Teen Installs Three Little Free Libraries at D99 Schools for Local Youth

Achieving a Merit and Fostering Literacy: Cicero Teen Installs Three Little Free Libraries at D99 Schools for Local Youth

Leyden Teacher Receives Fellowship

Apr 8, 2024

Leyden Teacher Receives Fellowship

Leyden Teacher Receives Fellowship

West40 Area Students Honored for Leadership, Kindness, and Service

Apr 8, 2024

West40 Area Students Honored for Leadership, Kindness, and Service

West40 Area Students Honored for Leadership, Kindness, and Service

Leyden Teacher Honored by the Chicago Bears

Dec 13, 2023

Leyden Teacher Honored by the Chicago Bears

Leyden Teacher Honored by the Chicago Bears

Pleasantdale Elementary School Wins National Blue Ribbon

Sep 20, 2023

Pleasantdale Elementary School Wins National Blue Ribbon

Pleasantdale Elementary School Wins National Blue Ribbon

Leyden Artists Featured in Chicago Exhibit as High School Unveils New Permanent Display

Sep 7, 2023

Leyden Artists Featured in Chicago Exhibit as High School Unveils New Permanent Display

Leyden Artists Featured in Chicago Exhibit as High School Unveils New Permanent Display

Recent Leyden Graduates Win Congressional Art Contest

Aug 3, 2023

Recent Leyden Graduates Win Congressional Art Contest

Recent Leyden Graduates Win Congressional Art Contest

District 201: Morton HS Grad is First in IL Recruited for Women’s College Flag Football

Jul 27, 2023

District 201: Morton HS Grad is First in IL Recruited for Women’s College Flag Football

District 201: Morton HS Grad is First in IL Recruited for Women’s College Flag Football

East Leyden Student's News Report Airs on National Television

Jul 24, 2023

East Leyden Student's News Report Airs on National Television

East Leyden Student's News Report Airs on National Television

CICERO DISTRICT 99 ROBOTICS TEAM PLACES 3RD IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION

Jul 7, 2023

CICERO DISTRICT 99 ROBOTICS TEAM PLACES 3RD IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION

CICERO DISTRICT 99 ROBOTICS TEAM PLACES 3RD IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION

WEST40 AREA EDUCATORS AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RECEIVE STATE HONORS

Chris Coffey, West40

May 22, 2023

WEST40 AREA EDUCATORS AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RECEIVE STATE HONORS

WEST40 AREA EDUCATORS AND SUPPORT PERSONNEL RECEIVE STATE HONORS

WEST40 AREA HIGH SCHOOLS TRAIN FUTURE TEACHERS

Chris Coffey, West40

May 15, 2023

WEST40 AREA HIGH SCHOOLS TRAIN FUTURE TEACHERS

WEST40 AREA HIGH SCHOOLS TRAIN FUTURE TEACHERS

MORE THAN 100 STUDENTS HONORED AT WEST40 SCOTY AWARDS

Mar 23, 2023

MORE THAN 100 STUDENTS HONORED AT WEST40 SCOTY AWARDS

MORE THAN 100 STUDENTS HONORED AT WEST40 SCOTY AWARDS

GOVERNOR PRITZKER DELIVERS MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FROM WEST40 REGIONAL SAFE SCHOOL

Chris Coffey, West40

Feb 27, 2023

GOVERNOR PRITZKER DELIVERS MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FROM WEST40 REGIONAL SAFE SCHOOL

GOVERNOR PRITZKER DELIVERS MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FROM WEST40 REGIONAL SAFE SCHOOL

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