Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210

The little Knights got a head start on Halloween by trick-or-treating through the school this morning!

National Honor Society officers from all 3 Lincoln-Way schools met yesterday at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Joliet for a National Day of Service.

Students from all three schools were able to visit the career fair at LWC today! It was a great opportunity for them to explore possible career paths by speaking with experts in a variety of industries. Thank you to all of the organizations that participated!

We are looking to hire a district benefits coordinator! To learn more and apply for the position, visit our website: https://www.lw210.org/page/employment-opportunities-new

Thank you to our Edu-Panel experts Mrs. Deady, Dr. Bergthold, Dr. Feehery, Mr. Griggs, Dr. Shaw, and Mrs. Chandarana for speaking with Mrs. Cavanaugh’s college writing students today at East. Students formulated research questions regarding issues in education and were able to receive first hand responses based on lived experiences for their essays

With winter quickly approaching, Lincoln-Way Central is teaming up with the Village of New Lenox to provide FREE vehicle inspections for senior citizens in the community. Lincoln-Way automotive students, under the supervision of an auto shop teacher, will offer the following services: • Check fluids – engine oil, trans fluid, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid and windshield washer fluid • Check belts and hoses • Inspect tires for tread wear, cracks and dry rot • Inspect underside suspension and front-end parts • Load test batteries • Check coolant strength for freeze protection • Check headlights, turn signals, parking lamps and registration plate bulbs The vehicle inspections will be conducted on Tuesday, November 7th and Wednesday, November 8th from 8:30am to 10:45am at Lincoln-Way Central High School, 1801 E. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. Seniors will be directed to enter off of Schoolhouse Road at the 1st entrance north of Route 30. Appointments are needed! Those interested are asked to contact Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator, Village of New Lenox, to reserve an appointment - dmartin@newlenox.net (PREFERRED) or 815-462-6493. Please provide: • Preferred date – November 7th or 8th • Preferred time slot – 8:30am, 8:45am, 9:00am, 9:15am, 9:30am, 9:45am, 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am or 10:45am • Vehicle year, make and model

Thank you to our student council presidents for sharing an update from your respective schools at the Board of Education meeting tonight!

Mrs. Salem's EL English classes at East researched the native origins and regions of diversity of agricultural crops from their culture. Each group worked on a presentation to learn the history of the food and to see where the food has been imported and exported.

Yesterday, the Knights were visited by a former student, 1st Lt Matt Fleckenstein. He graduated in 2016 from Lincoln-Way Central and then from the US Air Force Academy in 2020. He is currently a C-130 pilot, and happened to be flying through the area!

The Lincoln-Way Marching Band is headed back to the Rose Parade in 2025! Read more here: https://www.lw210.org/article/1288028

LWC Forensic Science students set up a pumpkin decomposition lab yesterday. The students made a hypothesis as to which pumpkin with decompose the fastest and will monitor the stages of decomposition throughout the rest of the semester.

We're hiring a 1:1 Student Nurse! Visit the website for more information and to apply: https://www.lw210.org/page/employment-opportunities-new

Kaylee Dwyer, IHSA 2A State Champion! Congratulations to LWW student Kaylee Dwyer who completes her senior season with the girls golf program as their first golf state champion in school history!

There was a packed house at West to hear from University of Alabama President Dr. Bell. The Warriors learned about life on campus, academic programs, football (of course),and more! Thank you for taking the time to help our students explore the possibilities of life after Lincoln-Way!

Caitlyn Drzyzga, a 2020 graduate of Lincoln-Way East, is making her mark on the culinary scene. She was named the 2023 American Culinary Federation National Student Chef after competing at the highest level in the national student championships. Read more about her story here: https://www.lw210.org/article/1264713

We are looking for paraprofessionals to join our team! Visit https://www.lw210.org/page/employment-opportunities-new for more information and to apply.

Ms. Geigner & Mrs. Pehle’s Psychology of the Mind students at Central worked on a pretty SWEET activity last week! Students put their knowledge of neuron parts and functions to the test by creating neurons made of candy.

Mrs. Johnson's German 3 and 4 classes at East made Lebkuchenherzen to celebrate Oktoberfest!

Last week, Warriors in Mr. Ernst’s Criminal Justice class were able to hear from Deputy Waxweiler about the role and responsibilities of the Will County Sheriff’s Police SWAT team.

Central hosted its annual Road to Reality event last night. Thank you to all of our staff, students and community partners who helped make the event a success, sending a strong message to students about the consequences of driving under the influence.