The Sequoit Weekly

AUGUST

Monday, August 11

• All Fall Sports Begin

Wednesday, August 13th

• Freshmen Orientation 8 am -12:30 pm
• New Student Orientation 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
• Freshman Parent/Guardian Orientation 6:30 pm
• Fall Sports Parent/Guardian Info Meeting 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, August 14th

• Board of Education Meeting @ LCHS 6:30 pm

Monday, August 18th

• FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - 9th GRADE 8:00 am - 11:30 am

Tuesday, August 19th

• FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL – ALL STUDENTS
• APAB Club Meeting, @ 6:00 pm in the ILC

Monday thru Wednesday, August 25-27

• Underclass Portraits

Thursday, August 28th

• Back to School Night 6:30 pm

SEPTEMBER

Monday, September 1st

• HOLIDAY - NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, September 3rd

• Sequoit Pride Booster Club Monthly Meeting 7:00 pm

Thursday, September 11th

• You Make A Difference Awards, 7:00 am

Monday, September 15th

• HonestGame's first 2025-2026 school year webinar: NCAA Academic Eligibility 101

Tuesday, September 16th

• Homecoming Flag Football 6:30 pm

Wednesday September 17th

• Board of Education Meeting @ ACHS 6:30 pm

Thursday, September 18th

• Homecoming Parade/Bonfire/Fireworks, 6:45 pm

Friday, September 19th

• Homecoming Football Game

Saturday, September 20th

• Homecoming Dance, 7:00 pm

Thursday, September 25th

• Semester 1 Grade Checkpoint 1 of 3

Here is a one pager 2025-2026 Calendar At A Glance

At Antioch Community High School, we are always looking for ways to better support student learning and engagement. Over the past year, our Behavior and Discipline Committee—a collaborative group of staff, students, and parents—met regularly to review data and discuss strategies for promoting a positive classroom environment.

This year, one small but meaningful adjustment you’ll notice is the presence of cell phone holders in every classroom. This is not a change to our cell phone policy or consequences, but rather an added layer of support to help students stay focused and present during instructional time.

Cell phones are not to be visible during the 50-minute class period. The goal is to reduce distractions and maximize learning time. Cell phone use is permitted during study hall, lunch, and passing period. If a student chooses not to follow the classroom expectation:

• First Offense: The teacher will notify both the student and their parent/guardian.

• Second and Third Offenses: The student receives a detention and/or a dean's referral for follow-up.

We appreciate your support in helping us create an environment where all students can thrive!

For your reference, we recommend the following:

• Article: Exploring the Phone Proximity Effect

• Quick Video: The farther the phone, the higher the GPA

District 117 partners with Durham Bus Company for all transportation needs. Student bus routes will be posted on our website and the specific stop location and time will be posted to parent and student IC portals under Transportation. You can click on the button at the bottom of this article to see the bus routes for this year.

Throughout the school year, student photos and videos may be used in school publications such as newsletters, yearbooks, websites, and athletic programs. If you do not want your student’s image included, please complete the Media Release Opt-Out Form.

The Lake County Gun Violence Prevention Initiative is starting a series of town hall meetings with a visit to Antioch. See their flier below and register via the QR code or by clicking here if you're interested in attending on September 4 at 7pm.

Looking for a way to make a difference in your community. Consider volunteering for our booster club, Sequoit Pride. Thsi organization has a profound impact on our school. They have funded thousands of dollars for unique experiences for our students and staff. From help for field trip funding, to classroom resources, help for clubs and activities, and much, much more, Sequoit Pride has made quite a few things possible. Here is their website, check it out!

The Antioch Performing Arts Boosters would love you to join their group. If you are available and want to support the wonderful performing arts at ACHS, please consider attedning one of the meetings. The meetings are in the ILC on the dates and times listed below. Also, check out the APAB website here.

Tuesday August 19th, 2025 @ 6pm
Tuesday September 9th, 2025 @ 6pm
Tuesday October 7th, 2025 @ 6pm
Tuesday November 18th, 2025 @ 6pm
Tuesday December 16th, 2025 @ 6pm
Tuesday January 13th, 2026 @ 6pm
Tuesday February 17th, 2026 @ 6pm
Tuesday March 10th, 2026 @ 6pm
Tuesday April 14th, 2026 @ 6pm
Tuesday May 19th, 2026 @ 6pm

Mr. House guides our Sequoit To Sequoit leaders as they prepare to welcome our ninth graders

Sequoit To Sequoit leader shirts ready to be handed out

Courtyard renovation project is almost done

Antioch High School Student Handbook

ACHS Athletic Calendar

Bell Schedule, 2025-2026

Calendar At A Glance

District 117 Calendar

August Lunch Menu

Honest Game's 7 Part Student and Family Webinar Series on College Sports

E-learning Guidelines and Information

Main Office:

847-395-1421

Attendance:

847-838-7187

Dean's Office:

847-395-9492

Nurses Office:

847-395-9176 (phone)

847-701-4828 (fax)

Student Services:

847-838-7762

College & Career Center:

847-838-7763

Website: https://www.chsd117.org/o/antioch-high-school
Location: Antioch Community High School, Main Street, Antioch, IL, USA
Phone: 847-395-1421