Leyden Pride
Feb 16 - No School, Presidents' Day
Mar 2 - No School - Casimir Pulaski Day
March 17 - Family Conferences
Mar 30 - Apr 6 - No School - Spring Break
Safety Week starts tomorrow with videos shared in class and discussions about rescue areas. Wednesday and Thursday, there will be various drills, including evacuation, shelter, hold, secure and active threat. The drills practiced during the week meet state requirements and help Leyden students and staff know what to expect should an emergency arise. Please note that there may be a visible presence from the first responders during the drills.
We recognize that safety drills, particularly an active threat drill, may prompt many different feelings. Students who may have concerns or need additional support during this week should reach out to the Deans office.
Link: Watch Blue Point Alarm Video
Safety Week Schedule:
Tuesday - Classroom videos
Wednesday - Drills during 10th period
Thursday - Drills during 3rd period
Leyden has compiled a list of more than 30 local scholarships that are available to East/West Leyden students. The application portal opened today, January 19, and remain open until Friday, February 27, at 10 p.m. Students are encouraged to view the available opportunities and apply utilizing the Common Local Scholarship Application.
The Leyden Local Scholarship Application requests the following information:
Personal Information
Academic Information/History: GPA, SAT Scores, college, major and career plans, schools attended 1st-8th grade
Extracurricular Information: School Activities, Work Experience, Volunteer Work
2 Essay Prompts:
Prompt 1: A personal statement about your background, your educational and career goals.
Prompt 2: How will your future career benefit your community?
1 Letter of Recommendation
Some local scholarships require that you submit additional materials. These scholarships require that you fill out the Confidential Family Financial/Income Sheet, upload a video, or submit an extra essay answering other prompts.
Important Notes:
Students do not have to complete the application in one sitting; information will be automatically saved for 30 days;
Do not upload blank pages to essay answers or the letter of recommendation; students won't be able to go back and replace them later;
Submitted applications are final and cannot be edited.
Link: Apply for scholarships
Registration for credit recovery summer school is currently open through March 16 for Session 1, and May 31 for Session 2. It is a great time to secure a place in the courses needed to meet graduation requirements, as space is limited.
Session 1: Monday, June 8 - Thursday, June 25
Session 2: Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 23
*No classes July 29 - July 3
West Leyden High School
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. daily
Courses
The following classes will be offered in Sessions 1 and 2: Algebra I, Biology, English I, Global Studies, Physical Science, Integrated English and Integrated Math. They are each worth .50 credit and cost $95. Daily attendance is required. These courses take place in a classroom setting and are led by teachers.
Leyden utilizes a credit recovery program called APEX. Students are required to attend class on-site, where they work with a teacher daily. While the teacher provides support, students move through the course at their own pace. The following classes are offered in this format, during Sessions 1 and 2: Algebra II, Consumer Education, English II, III, IV, Geometry, and U.S History. They are each worth .50 credit and cost $95.
Please note, Session 1 is intended as credit recovery for first semester classes and Session 2 is intended for credit recovery for second semester classes.
Registration
To register, visit MySchoolBucks.com or in-person at the East or West bookstores. Full payment is due at the time of registration. Fees apply to all courses, even those audited without credit. Refunds will only be issued if a course is canceled due to low enrollment. Bookstores are open on school days, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and they accept cash, credit cards, debit cards and personal checks.
Leyden Cheer will be hosting a cheerleading clinic for current 8th grade students who are interested in trying out for the 2026–2027 school year. The clinic will take place at West Leyden on Saturday, February 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The cost is $40, payable on the day of the clinic by cash or check made out to Leyden High School. Participants should complete the registration form by February 13, to guarantee a T-shirt.
Link: Register
Leyden students complete Plumbers Bridge Program
Thirteen students in the Plumbers Bridge Program graduate on January 22, from Plumbers Local 130. Over the past ten weeks, Miguel Barrera, Jose Castellanos, Dominic De La Cruz, Erick Ferrer, Andrew Marquez, Isaac Merino, Adrian Nevarez, Jesus Oliveros, Fernando Pedrego, Angel Ruiz, Ivah Saucedo, Christopher Vargas and Aiden Vazquez developed essential skills in math, tooling, and safety protocols needed for a successful career in the trades. Their completion of the program makes them eligible to apply to Plumbers Local 130 and begin working with union contractors, opening the door to meaningful, long-term career opportunities.
Link: Watch Leyden plumber's program graduate Rickardo Montero
Students selected for All-State production of Newsies
East Leyden students Yurem Mesa and Emelie Guttierez were selected for the 2026 Illinois High School Theatre Festival’s prestigious All-State production of Newsies. Chosen through a competitive process, they worked with students from across Illinois under professional guidance, including Leyden Vocal Director Stacy Cunningham and Assistant Vocal Director Noah Pligge (East Class of '08 and All-State alumnus), who also performed in the Opening Ceremonies. Yurem played Seitz and understudied Crutchie, while Emelie performed saxophone in the pit orchestra.
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Website: www.leyden212.org
Location: 3400 Rose Street, Franklin Park, IL, USA
Phone: 847-451-3000
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