This year, Grayslake North and Lakes are teaming up for the Pink Out football game on October 16th. 75% of proceeds will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

The online store is now open and closes at 12:00 pm on Friday, October 2nd.

T-shirts - $12
Crewnecks - $20

If you miss the online sale, t-shirts sizes S-2XL will be available for purchase in the Main Foyer from the week of 10/13. We will also have a donation bin in case you have enough pink to wear but want to support the cause.

Engineering Night Oct 29th, 5:30 – 8:30 PM

Café Willow

Grayslake Campus
19351 W. Washington St.

Ever wonder what it takes to become an engineer? Curious as to what the profession entails? Come to the College of Lake County to learn about careers in engineering and computer science and meet with representatives from area engineering schools. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. in Willow Cafe. Engineering Night is free and open to high-school and CLC students and their parents.

Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Attendees should sign in outside the Willow Cafe on the Grayslake Campus then strike up conversations with practicing engineers and university representatives in Willow Cafe.

From 5:30- 7p.m., students can mix and mingle with professional engineers to learn about the various engineering professions and majors such as civil, electrical, mechanical, chemical, computer science, aerospace, etc. During this time, tours will be available every 15 minutes of the CLC Baxter Innovation Lab, a makerspace/fab lab for CLC students and the Lake County community. Several 4-year schools will have table displays set up during this time as well, including MSOE, NIU, MTU, Carthage, Iowa State, SIU, UIUC, and UIC.

At 7 p.m. in the Willow Cafe, CLC Engineering professors will present a general overview of the engineering college search process, giving advice on how to research schools, the application process, college costs, choosing a major, and more.

Then from 7:30-8:40 p.m. students and their parents may attend two breakout sessions (30 minutes each) to learn more about the participating college and university programs. The CLC Engineering Transfer program will be hosting sessions in the Baxter Innovation Lab (T120/121) and will include information on the S-STEM scholarship program as well as the guaranteed admission partnerships with UIUC (Engineering Pathways), UIC, MSOE, SIU-E and NIU. Breakout sessions in separate classrooms include MSOE, NIU, MTU, Iowa State, SIU, UIUC, UIC and more.

Attendees are advised to enter the campus from Washington St., park in lots 8 or 9, and enter the college’s T-Wing through door T-1. Signs to Willow Cafe and the Baxter Innovation Lab will direct attendees. Directions to the Grayslake Campus and a campus map are available at www.clcillinois.edu/aboutclc/locations/grayslake

Learn more about our Engineering program at CLC right now. https://www.clcillinois.edu/programs/egr

Pre-Registration is highly encouraged at https://CLCEngineeringNight2026.eventbrite.com

Questions?
Email Dr. Jan Edwards at jedwards1@clcillinois.edu, call (847) 543-2044 or visit www.clcillinois.edu/STEM

UPCOMING EVENTS

CLC ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE Program

2026-2027 Academic Year

• Oct. 29th, 5:30-8:30PM –Engineering Night

• Nov. 7th, 9AM-Noon –STEM for Girls (Registration opens Oct 1)
• Jan. 6th, 11AM-1PM-Engineering and Computer Science Career and Internship Fair
• Jan. 9th, 10AM-Noon – Lake County Robotics Competition Kickoff
• Feb. 11th, 7-8PM –Engineering & CS Info Session
• Feb. 27th,1PM-5PM– Make-A-Thon
• Mar 3rd, 7-8PM –Engineering & CS Info Session
• Apr.1st, 7-8PM –Engineering & CS Info Session
• Apr.17th, 10AM-2PM - Maker Faire Lake County

Message From our Tech Department

We want to make you aware of a recent phishing incident affecting our school community. A few staff email accounts were compromised after clicking on a sophisticated fake DocuSign link. As a result, fraudulent emails may have been sent out from legitimate school email addresses.

Please be aware of the following:

What Happened: Attackers used compromised staff email accounts to send automated spam or suspicious links (often disguised as document sign-requests or shared files) to contacts, including families.

What We Are Doing: Our IT team has secured the affected accounts, revoked unauthorized access, and implemented additional security measures across our system.

What You Should Do:

- Do NOT click on any unexpected links or attachments, even if the email appears to come from a familiar staff member.

- Pay close attention to unexpected requests for signatures, account logins, or sensitive information.

- If you receive a suspicious message from a staff member, verify it directly with them or with the Tech Department before opening any links.

Thank you for your continued vigilance as we keep our school community safe online.

Dear Class of 2028:

October 7th, testing will start at 8:00 am. The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT-MORE INFO) is digital! The test is easier to take, shorter, has more time per question, and comes with a built-in calculator. It can also qualify you for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other scholarships. Testing rooms will be on posters in the main entrance as well as emailed in advance to students.

Freshman, Sophomore, and Seniors will have classes as normal.

As your student prepares for this fall’s PSAT, we know access to high-quality preparation can make a real difference in their confidence and performance. To support schools and families, Kaplan is offering a free, two-hour PSAT Cram Session on: Saturday, October 4, 2026. 2:00–4:00 pm ET

This live online session gives students a focused review of exam strategies, guided practice, and opportunities to engage with Kaplan’s expert teachers. Students will leave with a clearer understanding of the test and practical approaches they can apply on exam day.

Key details:

Free access for all students (registration required)
Live, interactive instruction from Kaplan experts, supported by teaching assistants in chat
Flexible access — students can join from any device, and recordings will be available afterward

Registration link : https://go.kaptest.com/e/504051/psat-free-psat-prep-live-kps/5rbmhn/2072901937/h/6_ckF142-d1-LF5IrqgRwX3CLSQoz7YWiQHbHXl_Luk

Parent-Teacher Conference Registration Opening Soon

It’s almost time for fall Parent-Teacher Conferences! We look forward to connecting with you to discuss your student's academic progress. Please note the key dates and details below for scheduling your appointments:

Priority Registration (September 24 at noon): Families of students holding a D or F on September 24th in any class will receive an invitation starting September 24 to book early priority slots.
General Registration (September 30 at 8:00 AM): Conference (BOTH virtual and in-person) booking will open to all remaining families.

We will be using PTC Wizard for all conference scheduling this semester. Click the link button below for step-by-step directions on how to log in and reserve your time slots.

With Homecoming fast approaching, many Lakes families are making plans for photos to capture this special event. Please note that Lakes does not sponsor or arrange any photography sessions or locations.

If you are planning to take photos on private property, including houses of worship or local businesses, you must contact the property directly in advance to request permission and make your own arrangements. Many houses of worship have Saturday afternoon and evening services and photography is disruptive to those services. We appreciate your cooperation in respecting these spaces and the organizations that maintain them.

Students unsure about your future career goals? We're offering an opportunity to gain personalized feedback on your skills and strengths. Any interested sophomore, junior, or senior should consider signing up for the ASVAB test.

This test provides feedback on verbal, mathematical, and science/technical skills. Students may also take this test if they are interested in pursuing an opportunity in the armed forces.

Please see the details below:

When: Wednesday October 14, 2026 1st-3rd hour

Where: Lakes (Upper ILC)

How to Sign Up: Click Here to complete the registration form

Deadline to Sign Up: Tuesday October 13, 2026

A results interpretation and career seminar will follow on October 21st.

If you have any questions, please contact Calysta Gargano at calysta.gargano@chsd117.org

○ Out of 37 public high schools in Lake County, Chicago Magazine ranked Lakes as #9 based on weighting graduation rates at 20%, SAT proficiency and income-adjusted scores at 50%, and attendance at 15%. The remaining 15% incorporates per-pupil spending metrics alongside data from the state's 5Essentials survey.

○ Lakes was ranked #67 by US News & World Report for 2026-27 best public high schools in Illinois based on AP exam participation & performance, math/reading/science proficiency, and graduation rate. Our scorecard was a 91.89 out of 100, and an A in the NIche grading. This is a top 20% performance in the state!

We are excited to host Mock Interviews for our Personal Finance and Intro to Business students on Thursday, October 15th at Lakes Community High School! Over the next several weeks, students will be learning about career paths, resume building, and what it takes to succeed in an interview. This experience allows them to put those skills into practice in a realistic and supportive setting.

To make this day possible, we are looking for community volunteers to serve as interviewers. Your participation makes a big impact by helping students build confidence, improve communication skills, and better understand workplace expectations.

If you are able to help, please SIGN UP HERE for any period(s) that work with your schedule. We anticipate approximately 90 students participating throughout the day. Our volunteer needs are listed below:

Period 4 — 10:45–11:35 AM: 5 volunteers (18 students)
Period 5 — 11:40 AM–12:30 PM: 5 volunteers (23 students)
Period 6 — 12:35–1:25 PM: 6 volunteers (27 students)
Period 7 — 1:30–2:20 PM: 5 volunteers (22 students)

If your workplace might be interested in getting involved, please feel free to share this invitation — we value partnerships with local businesses and organizations who want to support our students.

Confirmed volunteers will receive additional information ahead of time, including student expectations, sample interview questions, and a scoring guide.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at Noah.Adams@chsd117.org.

Thank you for considering — we truly appreciate your support!

2026 College Fairs

What is a college fair?

A college fair is an event where admissions representatives from multiple colleges, universities, trade schools, and military branches gather in one place to meet prospective students and share information.

September 29, 2026

Lake Forest Academy College Night
Lake Forest Academy
1500 Kennedy Road
Lake Forest, IL
6:30 pm- 8:30 pm
Participating colleges: https://www.lfanet.org/college-counseling/college-night

October 15, 2026

College of Lake County Illinois Regional College Fair
College of Lake County- Grayslake Campus
Athletics and Fitness Center, Building F
19351 West Washington St
Grayslake, IL
6 pm- 8 pm
Register: https://app.strivescan.com/registration
Participating schools: https://www.clcillinois.edu/news-and-events/events/illinois-regional-college-fair (scroll to the bottom)

🦅🏈🏃🏻‍♂️EAGLES IN ACTION! ⚽🪩🎾

It was an action-packed week for Lakes Community High School athletics, highlighted by championship performances and clutch victories. The Boys Golf team secured the outright NLCC championship title in dramatic fashion on Wednesday, clinching the win on the final hole with a decisive birdie against Antioch. Meanwhile, the Girls Golf team brought home a strong second-place finish in the NLCC championship, led by Ava Swearengen who delivered a phenomenal performance down the stretch to capture the individual overall championship. The Girls Tennis team also posted a impressive week, securing 4-3 victories over Grant and Grayslake Central before finishing 7th overall at their 14-team host invite.

In team sports action, the Girls Flag Football team continued their dominant run, picking up a key conference win over Grayslake North and rebounding with a convincing victory over Cary Grove on Saturday. The Field Hockey squad secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Glenbrook South behind stellar defensive play in the closing minutes, while the Boys Soccer team earned a hard-fought 2-1 win against Grant. The Girls Volleyball team also bounced back strongly from a mid-week battle with Carmel to remain undefeated in NLCC conference play, and the Cross Country team rounded out the week with numerous personal records during their meet in Wisconsin.

Come out and support your Eagles!

Be sure to stay up to date on everything Eagle Athletics by visiting the Bound site.