Leyden Pride
September 15, 2025
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Important dates
Oct 13 - No School, Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Oct 20 - No School, Institute Day
Oct 21 - No School, Parent Teacher Conferences
Nov 26, 27, 28 - No School , Thanksgiving Break
HoCo spirit week starts September 22
Student Council is thrilled to share the following schedule for this year's Homecoming events:
Thursday, September 25: Hispanic Heritage Night (hosted by Leyden Soccer) – this free event starts at 4:30 p.m. at the West Leyden Stadium with the Leyden vs. Lake Park game, followed by music, a photo booth, and food.
Friday, September 26: Pep Rally, West Leyden Field House (1:40–2:40 p.m.)
Friday, September 26: Football Games at the West Leyden Stadium – JV kickoff at 5:00 p.m., Varsity kickoff at 7:30 p.m. Homecoming Royal Eagles announced at halftime! Dress up in Western wear!
Saturday, September 27: Homecoming Dance “Eagles at Sundown” – East Leyden Fieldhouse from 7:00–10:00 p.m.
Leyden inducts four alumni into its Wall of Fame
On Thursday, September 25, the Leyden High School District 212 Board of Education invites our community to join in honoring our Wall of Fame inductees in a ceremony and reception. This prestigious honor will be bestowed upon four worthy Leyden graduates who have been selected through a rigorous process. Please join us in celebrating: Angelina Fakhoury-Siverts (East Leyden) Class of 2003; Sergio Farfan (West Leyden) Class of 2014; Rick Heidner (West Leyden) Class of 1978; and Glen Pietrandoni (East Leyden) Class of 1974.
The induction ceremony will be held at East Leyden High School at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 25. All are welcomed and encouraged to attend this special event.
Link: Full Story
One Amazing Story: Sergio Farfan
Speaking of the Wall of Fame, check out this inspiring video spotlighting Sergio Farfan, from a couple years back, before he was identified as a Leyden Wall of Famer!
Link: One Amazing Story
Financial Aid Workshop
Leyden will host a financial aid application workshop for families on Tuesday, October 7, at East Leyden and Thursday, October 9, at West Leyden. Both workshops start at 6 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m. Leyden families can attend this hands-on workshop at whichever campus and date is more convenient.
Financial Aid Application Workshops are an opportunity for families to receive assistance completing the financial aid application. Financial aid may be used to help pay for colleges, trade school, vocational training, and applying for it is a graduation requirement in Illinois. All seniors are required to either submit the FAFSA, alternative application for financial aid or an opt-out form to fulfill the graduation financial aid requirement.
Important Information:
FSA IDs (both student and guardian should complete before event)
Students and teacher featured in art exhibition
On Friday, September 5, ArtSpace Chicago held the opening reception for ArtConnectED: Extra Credit – A Teacher + Student Show. The exhibition featured artwork by Leyden teacher Ms. Anna Reed and East Leyden students Avi Rios, and Estefania Jimenez. Avi Rios received the $100 prize for Best of Show.
Reorganizing a Fragmented Reality
Anna Reed
Fleeting Memories
Estefania Jimenez
Portrait Study
Avi Rios
Two athletes compete in state Special Olympics Golf
Golf athletes Diego Torres and Valeria Castro Gomez competed in the Special Olympics state tournament, where they earned 6th place and 1st place, respectively. The athletes are supported by Coach Heinrich and Coach DeGiulio (pictured).
IN THE NEWS
IN THE COMMUNITY
UChicago Medicine / Advent Health hosts free clinic
Lyons Township will once again host the UChicago Medicine/AdventHealth free medical clinic on Saturday, September 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This free event is open to all, regardless of insurance status, documentation, or appointment. Attendees will have access to a wide range of medical services, including dental exams and cleanings, flu shots, vision screenings, orthopedic evaluations, pediatric physicals (excluding immunizations), physical therapy, and lab screenings. Basic medications may also be provided based on the onsite evaluation.
Link: Health Clinic Flyer
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Email: pr@leyden212.org
Website: www.leyden212.org
Location: 3400 Rose Street, Franklin Park, IL, USA
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