D214Stories
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Nate Mabry and Veronica Znajda are the 2025 recipients of High School District 214’s Howard Lester Awards. These awards are presented annually to one male and one female senior athlete in recognition of superior athletic achievements, academics and character, including truthfulness, heart and effort.
Mabry and Znajda earn 2025 Lester Awards
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Six graduating seniors have been named the 2025 recipients of High School District 214’s annual Calisch Awards. This year’s honorees represent passion, talent and leadership in band, dance, orchestra, theater, visual arts and vocal music across District 214’s schools.
Calisch Award winners embody renaissance spirit in the arts
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Students took their high mileage vehicles to the Autobahn Raceway in Joliet for a thrilling test of engineering and innovation.
Fueling innovation: D214 students race to the finish at Autobahn Raceway
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Stocks surged, headlines broke, and 90 high school students raced to outsmart the market. With every tick of the clock, profits were made or lost, and every decision had the capability to push a team ahead or send their portfolio crashing.
District 214 invests in the future of finance
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A day of coding and collaboration unfolded at John Hersey High School as the 3rd Annual Hackathon brought together over 70 students from District 214 and surrounding suburbs. With the theme “educating others,” students of all experience levels took on challenges, developing everything from apps to websites in a fast-paced, 12-hour coding marathon.
Hersey's 3rd Annual Hackathon sparks innovation and collaboration
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In January 1985, eight students eager to improve their English skills and eight tutors ready to teach created a program that changed lives. This program is Read to Learn. Their mission: to increase the literacy level of adults in the northwest suburbs to become more confident and active members of the community.
Read to Learn: 40 years of lives changed
D214News
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Updated Fund Balance Strategy Supports D214’s Growth
The District 214 Board of Education updated its Fund Balance Position Paper to set a new minimum target of 40% of annual operating expenditures, aligning financial strategy with evolving needs. The District aims to balance prudent fiscal management with strategic investments in school facilities and educational excellence. This updated approach is informed by factors such as improved tax collection processes, the impacts of the pandemic, and the District’s $850 million facility improvement plan. The District remains committed to ensuring long-term financial stability while supporting the continued success of its students and staff.
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Sign up for Summer Athletics Camps!
The sign-up window for District 214 Summer Athletics Camps is now open! These camps are available to all D214 students and K-8 students who reside within the District’s boundaries. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills or try something new, our summer camps offer a fun and exciting opportunity to stay active and engage in team sports. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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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.
UpcomingEvents
Jun12
Board of Education Meeting7:00 PM
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Jun12
ThursdayBoard of Education Meeting7:00 PM
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Jun26
ThursdayBoard of Education Meeting7:00 PM
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D214Facts
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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