Specialized Schools Resource Fair

District 214 Specialized Schools and the Center for Positive Youth Development at Kenneth Young Center are partnering to provide a resource fair for students, staff and the community. Representatives from community agencies will be available to outline their services in areas ranging from housing to mental health.

The fair is open to District 214 students and staff on September 10 from 1:00-3:00 p.m., and open to the public from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Agencies wishing to participate can fill out this form by August 22. No other registration is required.

Register for the New School Year

Fall Athletics Registration begins July 8

We are excited to announce that we are now offering a new online registration program for interscholastic athletics through Infinite Campus. This will be the only way to register for participation in athletics and must be completed by a parent/guardian. Students cannot complete the registration.

Registration for Fall 2024 athletics will begin on July 8, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. Winter and Spring sport registration will be offered at a later date.

A parent/guardian can start the registration by clicking on this link Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

Parents and Guardians in need of technical support can contact their school’s helpdesk.

Updates for the 2024-25 School Year

District 214 will continue on a block schedule. The school day will be organized into four periods per day, each lasting 85 minutes. The student day will change and begin at 8:20 a.m. and end at 3:10 p.m., which is a slightly earlier start and end time. District 214 made this decision with the intention of providing an optimal learning environment while meeting the state mandate for seat time requirements. View the format of the block schedule here.

Updated bus routes and times will be shared in August. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our administrative team.

Additionally, District 214 will no longer hold the annual pre-scheduled parent-teacher conference date. Meetings can occur as needed in person, over the phone, or online.

D214 Summer Experience 2024

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.

Apply now for Summer/Fall Internships

Internship applications for summer 2024 and the fall semester of the 2024-25 school year are now open for all sophomore and junior students in District 214. Internship opportunities are open in a wide range of local businesses in many different career pathways. These experiences help students explore opportunities for post-high school careers. 

Read more about the program requirements here. Apply for an internship at https://d214.smapply.io/.

The application deadline for summer internships is February 28th, and April 30th for fall internships. Questions? Check with your school’s Student Success Coach for more information.

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.

Prospect High School named Blue Ribbon School

Prospect High School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2023. This prestigious award affirms and validates the hard work of students, educators, families and communities in striving for – and attaining – exemplary achievement.

Prospect is one of three public high schools in Illinois selected as Exemplary High Performing Schools, and is one of 52 high schools recognized in the nation.

Click HERE to see the full list of this year’s winners.

New website helps track Bears Stadium information

As the Chicago Bears search for a new home, Elementary School District 15, Township High School District 211 and High School District 214 created a website to track the latest stadium information. SuburbanStadium.org is a one-stop shop for anyone wanting more information about stadium-related issues and possibilities. The website includes a timeline of developments, legislative proposals, FAQ and more.

D214 Response to Illinois Proficiency Standards

District 214 metrics on the Illinois Proficiency Benchmarks reflect our growing population of students with multiple at-risk factors that were exacerbated during the pandemic. District 214 developed and presented to the Board of Education the following plans to directly address academic performance and state testing benchmarks.

• Learning Renewal Plan to address overall academic performance 2021-2024

• A multi-year plan to address College Board SAT performance on state assessment 

• Significant expansion of mental health supports and staffing for English learners

To read the full response, click HERE.

D214 expanding access to mental health services

District 214 is taking steps to support students and staff in the midst of the national mental health crisis. The Board of Education agreed to hire additional personnel to meet the social-emotional needs of students. This includes the hiring of additional school social workers and school psychologists to be placed at each D214 high school.

In addition to hiring more school social workers and school psychologists, the District is exploring new community partnerships to increase prevention and wellness efforts as well as leveraging technology to expand access to mental health services. 

Click HERE to see the full presentation from the February 21, 2023 Special Board of Education Workshop. 

District 214 is hosting the NWPA High School Educator Job Fair on March 4, 2023 to hire counselors, clinicians and teachers. Click HERE for more information and to pre-register.

Arlington Park Presentation

District 214’s Board of Education conducted a special meeting on Feb. 2 at Forest View Educational Center.

The District’s legal counsel presented an overview of a new financing mechanism called PILOT, or Payment in Lieu of Taxes, being drafted in the Illinois General Assembly that could be applied to the Chicago Bears’ Arlington Heights stadium proposal. This overview includes the potential economic impact on District 214 and district residents.

Click here to view the presentation and the Special Board Meeting.

First Lady visits Rolling Meadows High School

District 214 was honored to host First Lady Jill Biden at Rolling Meadows High School on Monday, November 14, 2022. She was joined by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to kick off National Apprenticeship Week.

The First Lady and Cabinet secretaries met with students in the Career Pathways program. The District was proud to show The First Lady the hands-on learning opportunities available to students.

D214 makes Forbes' 'America's Best' List

District 214 was named one of the best employers in Illinois by Forbes. The magazine surveyed 70,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 500 employees to create its list of America’s Best Employers by State.

According to Forbes, the final employers on the list universally value fair pay, safe working conditions and an inclusive work culture. This year’s survey also included questions about the wage gap for women and initiatives around diversity, equity and inclusion.

District 214 receives grant to expand Youth Apprenticeship Program

District 214 is proud to be the recipient of a grant from the State of Illinois to boost workforce development programs. The grant will be used to expand our Youth Apprenticeship Program to continue to provide authentic work experiences for students. District 214 is one of 44 organizations and the only school district to receive a grant. We are honored to be recognized by the state as a leading partner in this initiative.

D214 selected as a ‘Lighthouse’ School District

The School Superintendents Association, AASA, recognized High School District 214 as one of its “Lighthouse” systems that serves as models of positive change in public education. A panel reviewed more than 120 school districts across the country and picked the top 13 based on several factors including future-ready leaders, a diverse educator pipeline, technology enhanced learning, community alignment and more.

We are honored to serve as a model District for school communities across the country.