Lakewood news
Nothing new from Lakewood in the news feeds lately.
From Town Hall and the schools
18 notices in the past month, read every morning from Lakewood’s own websites. Each one opens on the site that posted it.
- Prairie Ridge Students Spark New Connections as Hosts to Students from German Exchange Program
Prairie Ridge High School welcomed 13 exchange students from Karlsruhe, Germany from October 9 to October 23 as a part of the German American Partnership Program (GAPP).
2 days ago - Third Annual Latinx Summit Empowers Student Voices and Celebrates Expanded Community Partnerships
Over 180 students participated in D155’s third annual Latinx Summit at McHenry County Community College on Friday, October 16.
Oct 23 - Three District 155 Students Named 2027 National Merit Semifinalists
Three District 155 seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Oct 5
5 more from d155.org
- Grant Amplifies Student Passion for Music at Haber OaksOct 1
- Cary-Grove Student Serves as Honor Flight Guardian for 92-Year-Old VeteranSep 24
- Prairie Ridge Senior Completes Micro-Internship working in Physical TherapySep 21
- Cary-Grove Senior Completes Micro-Internship in the Culinary IndustrySep 14
- Prairie Ridge High School Unveils Renovated StadiumAug 26
- District 47 Names New Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 is pleased to announce that Dr. Anastasia Gruper has been selected as the next Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning.
Oct 11 - District 47 Celebrates Spring 2026 Elevate Award Winners
District 47's Elevate program recognizes employees who uphold and exemplify the district's mission, vision, and core values and who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students, schools, and the community. For the Spring Elevate Award, we received 36 nominations
Oct 11 - Karlene Ernat Earns McHenry County Elementary Educator of the Year Award
District 47 is proud to congratulate Woods Creek Elementary fourth grade teacher Karlene Ernat on earning the 2026 McHenry County Regional Office of Education Elementary Educator of the Year.
Oct 11
5 more from d47.org
- District 47 Names New Principal for Glacier Ridge Elementary for the 2026-2027 School YearOct 11
- District 47 Welcomes Jason Brogan as New Director of Literacy and Social ScienceOct 11
- D47 and D155 Resource Fair Supports Local FamiliesOct 11
- Supporting the Social-Emotional Well-Being of Our StudentsOct 11
- Social Workers Make a Lasting DifferenceOct 11
- Twenty-Six student musicians earn ILMEA honors
A total of 26 Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 student musicians were selected to represent District 7 at Illinois Music Education Association festivals held in November.
2 days ago - D200 Ed Foundation awards $34K for Impact Grants
A sensory garden for pre-K and kindergarten students, a Shedd Aquarium tour for an environmental student organization, and ukuleles for budding young musicians — these are just a few of the more than $34,000 in projects the Woodstock D200 Education Foundation will fund this year. Foundation Board m…
2 days ago - Start Time Parent/Staff Survey Results
The Board of Education is considering changes to school start times for the 2027–2028 school year and gathered feedback from parents and staff through a survey to help guide its decision.
2 days ago
5 more from woodstockschools.org
- Spring Art Show Winners2 days ago
- Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences - October 7 & 82 days ago
- Seventy-two Students Honored by the College Board National Recognition Program2 days ago
- Golden Groundhog Trophy enhances Streaks, Thunder athletic competitionOct 19
- Woodstock High School remains best in McHenry County; Woodstock North stays in Top 5Oct 16
Lakewood sports
High-school and local teams, from the sports pages.
Lakewood vs Tesoro Girls Basketball - Dec 1, 2026
West Torrance vs Lakewood Boys Water Polo - Oct 9, 2026
Marina vs Lakewood JV Girls Water Polo - Dec 10, 2026
Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy Eagles Girls Volleyball (Lakewood Ranch, FL)
Prairie Heights vs Lakewood Park Christian Girls Volleyball - Oct 6, 2026
Mater Dei Catholic vs Lakewood Flag Football - Sep 26, 2026
St. Mary's Academy vs St. Joseph/Lakewood JV Girls Soccer - Jan 14, 2027
St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy vs St. Joseph/Lakewood JV Girls Soccer - Jan 26, 2027
Homes listed in Lakewood
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From neighbors
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