District 214 is pleased to announce that Kate Kraft has been appointed Deputy Superintendent, effective July 1, 2025. Kraft, who currently serves as the Associate Superintendent for Human Resources, has been a dedicated leader in the district for over 15 years, bringing a deep commitment to supporting students, staff and school leadership.
District 214 is pleased to announce that Justin Attaway has been appointed as Associate Superintendent for Business Services, effective July 1, 2025. Attaway brings extensive experience in school finance and operational leadership, most recently serving as Chief Operating Officer for St. Charles Community Unit School District 303.
Young adults need quality preparation for successful careers. Illinois needs highly skilled workers to perform the many diverse jobs that drive a dynamic state economy. Pairing these facts forms a successful partnership – one recognized by the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board's ​Work-Based Learning & Apprenticeship Committee, which last year launched the state’s Apprentice Ambassador Program.
The sound of strumming filled the halls of Wheeling High School as 120 students from across the District came together for the inaugural Arts Unlimited Guitar Day, a hands-on musical experience that hit all the right notes.
Think about a big and exclusive event for high school musical ensembles. Then think bigger and more exclusive. Then – maybe – you begin to sense the stature of the Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Clinic.
High School District 214 is pleased to announce that the Board of Education has approved Angela Hawkins as the next principal of Wheeling High School. Hawkins’s extensive experience, dedication to students and commitment to educational excellence make her an outstanding choice to lead the school into the future.
The District 214 Board of Education took a significant step in supporting the future of public education by approving the Vision 2030 resolution, a statewide initiative aimed at transforming K-12 education in Illinois. The initiative focuses on ensuring students are prepared for the changing world, while promoting a safe and connected learning environment.