D214 Stories

  • District 214 explores funding options to address aging infrastructure, invest in future

    The District 214 Board of Education held a workshop February 27, 2025 to discuss long-term facility planning and financial strategies to support essential infrastructure improvements. Board members reviewed facility conditions, explored funding options, and reaffirmed the district’s commitment to providing high-quality learning environments for students.

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  • A rare treasure: Hersey High School’s historic copy of "The New Yorker" joins New York Exhibit

    Katie Alexander, the former librarian at John Hersey High School, secured an original copy of The New Yorker magazine from August 31, 1946. This special edition was entirely devoted to John Hersey’s investigative masterpiece, Hiroshima. 

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  • EGHS bowler scores striking state title

    Julia Korzen was already looking ahead and aiming higher after she earned third place in the IHSA state wheelchair bowling tournament a year ago.  “I'd like to learn more new techniques to better my score,” the Elk Grove High School sophomore said at the time. One year later: Mission accomplished.

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  • Get in the groove: 40 years of Jazz in the Meadows

    Get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable day of music, energy and celebration as Rolling Meadows High School hosts the 40th Anniversary of Jazz in the Meadows on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The Midwest's largest student jazz festival will be bringing together some of the best young musicians and Grammy-winning artists for an event you won't want to miss.

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  • Kate Kraft named Deputy Superintendent of D214

    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.

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  • Justin Attaway named Associate Superintendent for Business Services

    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.

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  • District 214 Apprentices lead the way in state’s Ambassador program

    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.

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  • Lunar New Year celebration brings community together

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  • Guitar Day strikes a chord at Wheeling High School

    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.

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