World-Renowned Muralist Teaches Students Much More Than Art

When Heidi Huck invited world-renowned muralist Hector Duarte to visit her Spanish for Native Speakers class, she had an important objective in mind that stretched beyond an art lesson.

Culinary Arts Pathway serves up a learning buffet

The Culinary Arts Career Pathway offers District 214 students the opportunity to explore careers in food preparation, service and management through a combination of classroom courses and work-based experience in professional kitchens throughout the community.

Education Pathway winds through classroom experience

“I call our students teachers because they are teachers. It’s important for them to feel that ownership." – Linda Thorson

D214 develops Multimedia Pathway for a Multimedia World

“To be able to sit across from someone and have a conversation; to look someone in the eye and listen to what they’re saying; to have those interview skills … whether they become a lawyer, or doctor, or work in PR or whatever, these are skills that are universal.” – Jason Block

A new issue of Discover 214 Magazine is here.

A new issue of Discover 214 Magazine is here, filled with stories about the many ways in which District 214 is preparing students for success beyond high school even in the face of unprecedented challenges.

RMHS greenhouse continues to serve families in need

As many suburban families continue to suffer from a pandemic that struck quickly, erased jobs and created financial crises over the past year, High School District 214 continues to join many others to assist those in need.

D214 graduate exits the life program and lands full-time manufacturing job

When Dan Soto landed a full-time manufacturing job, he was making much more than critical parts for various machines – he was also making a major positive change in his life.

Alumni Spotlight: D214 Internship inspires career path for Buffalo Grove graduate

Alumni Spotlight: D214 Internship inspires career path for Buffalo Grove graduate

First generation students’ path to college aided by D214 Foundation

College was an enigma to Serena Bekteshi. There was a point when the High School District 214 senior, who will be a first-generation college student, didn’t quite understand the nuances of applying or what grants were and couldn’t quite figure out how scholarships might work.

D214 apprentices gain on-the-job experience, earn college credit

D214 apprentices gain on-the-job experience, earn college credit

District 214 Education Foundation supports lifelong learning, path toward dreams

District 214 Education Foundation supports lifelong learning, path toward dreams

Elk Grove senior reflects on opportunities that helped her discover her future

Alumni Spotlight: Elk Grove grad on debt-free path to nursing career

Wheeling High School rises to meet COVID crisis with “Tutoring in the Park”

Wheeling High School rises to meet COVID crisis with “Tutoring in the Park”