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Families and students are encouraged to nominate a Joliet Township High School (JTHS) teacher for the 2026 Great Teacher Award, organized by the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

Joliet Central to host annual Veterans Ceremony on November 7

The 13th Annual Veterans Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, November 7, at Joliet Central High School.

Community Connections Expo offers resources and workshops for Joliet area families

The Community Connections Expo is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Joliet Central High School.

54.3% of Walnut Trails Elementary School students failed the ELA portion of the IAR in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 54.3% of Walnut Trails Elementary School students failed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Joliet West High School announces early release for School Improvement Day on October 9

Families and students of Joliet West High School are being reminded that October 9, 2025, will be a School Improvement Day with an early release schedule.

Joliet Township schools announce fall events including homecomings and board meeting

Families and students in the Joliet Township High School District received a message from the Superintendent on September 26, 2025, outlining several upcoming events and reminders relevant to both Joliet Central and Joliet West High Schools.

Joliet West High School opens registration for virtual parent teacher conferences

Registration is now open for parents and guardians to sign up for virtual Parent Teacher Conferences at Joliet West High School.

YMCA offers free college and trade workshops for local high school students

The Joliet Community YMCA will host two free workshops aimed at supporting high school students and their families as they plan for life after graduation.

Joliet Junior College hosts dual credit night for high school families

Joliet Junior College will hold a Dual Credit Information Night on October 22, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The event is set to take place at the Main Campus, U-Auditorium.

Providence Catholic opens registration for fall athletic clinics

Providence Catholic High School has opened registration for its Fall Athletic Clinics, inviting students from kindergarten through eighth grade to participate in a range of sports camps.

Joliet West announces schedule and rules for homecoming events in fall 2025

Joliet West High School has announced details for its 2025 Homecoming, themed "Livin’ in the Disco."

Joliet Township High School seeks partners for student opportunities at recruitment breakfast

Joliet Township High School (JTHS) is inviting local businesses and community members to its Partnership Recruitment Breakfast on Friday, October 3.

Joliet West High School announces fall event schedule and updated policies

Joliet Township High School District is reminding families and students of several upcoming events and updates affecting Joliet West High School and the broader community.

Will County Clerk’s Office seeks student ambassadors for annual civic engagement program

The Will County Clerk’s Office has announced the return of its 6th Annual Student Ambassador Program, a civic engagement initiative for high school juniors and seniors.

Joliet West High School introduces SchooLinks platform for college and career readiness

Joliet Township High School (JTHS) is introducing students and families to SchooLinks, a college and career planning platform designed to help students prepare for life after graduation.

Joliet West High School hosts community workshop on city’s comprehensive plan

Joliet West High School will serve as the venue for the first community workshop focused on the Joliet Comprehensive Plan.

Joliet West High School announces early release for September 11 due to improvement day

Families and students at Joliet West High School are reminded that September 11, 2025, will be a School Improvement Day with early dismissal.

Event connects community with colleges and trades at Joliet Central

TRIO, in collaboration with Prosperity in Education and Justus League Hoop Inc., will host an event focused on connecting attendees with colleges, trades, and community resources.