High School District 214
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D214 Stories
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Daniel Bolash represents D214 in All-State Theatre Festival
Daniel Bolash is set to represent District 214 this weekend at the 2025 Illinois High School Theatre Festival. As the only D214 student selected, Daniel will serve as a member of the sound crew for the All-State production of The Prom, showcasing his technical expertise alongside the best high school talent in Illinois.
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Leadership changes in D214: New roles for Dr. Bradford Hubbard and Dr. Lazaro Lopez
Two visionary leaders are taking on new roles in District 214, signaling an exciting future for the district’s students and community. Beginning July 1, 2025, Dr. Bradford Hubbard will step into the position of Associate Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, while Dr. Lazaro Lopez will transition to Executive Director of the District 214 Education Foundation and Career Pathways.
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Buffalo Grove High School teacher honored as Chicago Bears Classroom Legend
Buffalo Grove High School economics teacher Pete Duffer received a big surprise on Friday morning: he was named a Chicago Bears Classroom Legend. To make the moment even more special, Chicago Bears Chairman George H. McCaskey and former Bears defensive lineman Henry Melton were on hand to present the award.
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Buffalo Grove High School Principal Jeff Wardle Named North Cook Region High School Principal of the Year
Buffalo Grove High School Principal Jeff Wardle has been named the North Cook Region High School Principal of the Year by the Illinois Principals Association (IPA). The prestigious honor is part of the Horace Mann/IPA High School Principal of the Year Awards program, annually recognizing outstanding high school leaders for their dedication to creating high-quality learning opportunities for students and exemplary contributions to the profession.
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District 214 Attends White House Classroom to Career Summit
High School District 214 recently attended the White House Classroom to Career Summit in Washington, D.C. The invitation follows Dr. Jill Biden's impactful visit to Rolling Meadows High School in November 2022, where she engaged with District 214 students and staff as part of National Apprenticeship Week.
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Your Input Needed: Strategic Plan Survey
District 214 is committed to shaping a brighter future for our students and community, and your voice is essential to this process. As we refine our strategic plan goals, long-term vision, and the Portrait of a Graduate for District 214, we want to hear from you.
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D214 construction updates facilities, protects investment
Elk Grove High School has celebrated exciting changes recently, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a sparkling new culinary arts lab and students benefiting from an updated student services area. Meanwhile, Buffalo Grove High School’s athletic fields, long plagued by drainage problems, are being upgraded and improved, creating a vastly improved experience for students and fans alike.
D214 News
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Apply Now: Over $100,000 in Scholarships Available!
The 2025 scholarship application portal is now open through the District 214 Education Foundation! Over $100,000 in scholarships are available, including opportunities for trades, women in STEM or law, and the Dr. David R. Schuler Redefining Ready! competition.
Don’t miss this chance to fund your future! The deadline to apply is Friday, March 14, 2025. Start your application at www.214foundation.org/scholarships.
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School Registration Begins June 2, 2025
To ensure your student is ready for the first day of school on August 13, 2025, please complete the following steps:
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Annual school registration must be completed.
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Current residency must be on file.
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Immunizations must be up-to-date and verified.
Families must finalize the registration process to avoid delays on the first day of school. Click HERE for more information.
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Inspire the next generation
Are you looking for a meaningful way to support your community and grow your organization? Mentoring a District 214 student intern offers numerous advantages. Interns bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and creative problem-solving skills to your team. It's also a chance to make a lasting impact, strengthening your brand and shaping the next generation of innovators.
Ready to make a difference? Fill out the mentorship form at links.d214.org/mentor.
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Boost your ACT score
District 214 is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide free resources and classes to help students prepare for the ACT, SAT, PSAT/NMSQT and Advanced Placement Exams. They include:
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Online classes with a live teacher
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On-demand videos and lesson plans at your own pace
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Practice tests
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On-demand tutoring 24/7 available in English and Spanish
For more information, head to www.d214.org/assessments.
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D214 Summer Experience 2025
Each year during the summer, District 214 provides current students, incoming students and youth within the community an array of educational opportunities, enrichment experiences and athletic programs. www.d214.org/SummerExperience is your one place for all things summer. Families can get information and access the registration portals for:
- Summer Coursework
- Summer Enrichment
- Summer Athletic Programs
Click here for Registration information for all Summer Experience programs.
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D214 Radon Testing Program
District 214 is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all our students and staff. In alignment with this commitment, District 214 has recently completed an extensive radon testing program across all our buildings. This initiative, though not required by law, was undertaken proactively to assess the radon levels within our facilities, following guidelines from Illinois health authorities and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). To view the reports, please click here.
Upcoming Events
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January 20, 2025
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January 23, 2025
7:00 PM Board of Education Meeting
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February 13, 2025
7:00 PM Board of Education Meeting
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February 17, 2025
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February 27, 2025
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D214 Facts
140Co-curricular opportunities
44,000Average annual potential college credits earned
11,909Number of students 2022-2023
1,028Class of 2023 composite SAT score (out of 1600)
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