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Lake Park Lancer Joust is marching bands’ first big testSep 8, 2012 12:00 AM
The 34th annual Lake Park Lancer Joust is a marching band festival, but everyone involved knows there's much more to the event than stepping across a football field. "You get a lot of goose bumps. ... You can tell at the end if it's a good show by how everyone is smiling," said Becky Steele, drum major of the Waubonsie Valley High School marching Warriors.
Veterans to be honored at this year’s Itasca Fest Jul 11, 2012 12:00 AM
At this year's Itasca Fest, festival-goers can marvel at the Washington, D.C., WWII Memorial. A scale model of the memorial will visit the festival as one of many attractions at this year's Itasca Fest, running July 12 to 15 in Washington Park. Dan Kompanowski, special events coordinator and Itasca Fest chairman, said it is a chance to honor veterans.
What school districts spend on taxicab transportation Jun 17, 2012 12:00 AM
Forty-seven school districts in the state, mostly in northern Illinois, have spent nearly $50 million over the past six years on taxi services, with Northwest Suburban High School District 214 topping the list, according to contracts obtained by watchdog group For the Good of Illinois. Officials from various school districts say taxis are sometimes the best way to transport students who have special needs, are homeless or vocational education students.
Lake Park student wins Comcast scholarshipJun 11, 2012 12:00 AM
Zamaan Sohel, a student at Lake Park High School, is among 170 Illinois students who have been named the Comcast Foundation's 2012 Leaders and Achievers
Lake Park superintendent prepares for Ryder Cup shutdown May 29, 2012 12:00 AM
With the Ryder Cup set to bring 45,000 visitors per day to town during its run in late September, Lake Park High School accepted an offer from the PGA to shut down school for a week and help run parking and concessions operations. Lake Park Superintendent Lynne Panega discusses the decision to close and the plans for the extra funding from the PGA.
Rose Queen pageant continues as organizers step down May 16, 2012 12:00 AM
Seven Lake Park High School students will compete to win the crown and a scholarship at the 53rd annual Rose Queen Pageant May 18 at the school.
Bloomingdale homes school boundary swap denied May 1, 2012 12:00 AM
Two subdivisions of 25 homes in Bloomingdale will remain within the school district boundaries of Glenbard High School District 87 and Marquardt Elementary District 15, even though residents there sought to detach their properties and annex into two other nearby school districts.
Hundreds support Lake Park dancers in ABC 7 contestNov 14, 2011 12:00 AM
Lake Park High School's Lancettes dance team members are already state champions, but on Monday they competed for another honor. The team performed live on ABC 7 Chicago during an early morning pep rally, competing against three other suburban squads chosen for the "Dance Team Dance-off."
Lake Park: test scores just ‘a snapshot’ Nov 14, 2011 12:00 AM
As was the case for many other Illinois school districts, Lake Park High School District 108 did not meet state improvement standards this year. The district failed to make progress under the federal No Child Left Behind Act, but Lake Park officials say the mandate is “a single snapshot” based on the Prairie State Achievement Exam, which is taken by a different group of juniors each spring, and fails to track cumulative achievements.
Lake Park freshman football team posts all-shutout season Nov 4, 2011 12:00 AM
An undefeated football season? That wasn't enough for the Freshman B team at Lake Park High School in Roselle. The squad didn't even allow a single point. Even their tie game was a 0-0 score. “I wish I could tell you (how they did it), because if I could, I'd bottle it," volunteer football assistant Dean Bladel said.
Lake Park Lancettes to compete on ABC ‘Dance-off’ Nov 3, 2011 12:00 AM
Lake Park High School's Lancettes dance team members are already state champions, but now they need your help to win another honor. The team will performe live on ABC 7 Chicago at 6:45 a.m. Nov. 14, competing against three other suburban squads chosen for the "Dance Team Dance-off."
Medinah Dist. 11 to work around Ryder Cup closures Sep 26, 2011 12:00 AM
Officials in Medinah Elementary District 11 are working to keep their schools open as much as possible during the the 39th Ryder Cup golf tournament next September at nearby Medinah Country Club.
Marching bands mix it up at Lake Park’s annual Joust Sep 10, 2011 12:00 AM
Lake Park High School hosted its 33rd annual Lancer Joust marching band competition Saturday at the school's west campus. About 25 bands representing high schools from Wisconsin and Illinois performed in the daylong event.
Roselle mentor makes a difference in students’ lives Jul 11, 2011 12:00 AM
Nine years ago, Ken Black of Roselle started the mentoring program that serves Lake Park High School and its feeder districts. The program matches students who need some extra attention with adult mentors, who meet with them weekly. Now he's ready to turn over the reins of the program.
2010-2011 DuPage County Academic TeamJun 3, 2011 12:00 AM
It's a good way to wrap up the school year -- 24 high schools in DuPage County submitted 42 nominations for the 2010-11 Daily Herald Academic Team. Meet the 10 best.
Rose Queen pageant draws 12 to compete for crown, scholarship May 18, 2011 12:00 AM
Twelve area teens will compete for the crown during the annual Rose Queen pageant at 7 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Lake Park High School in Roselle.
Lake Park to close for Ryder Cup in '12 Apr 29, 2011 12:00 AM
Lake Park High School will close for one week in September 2012 when the 39th Ryder Cup comes to the Medinah Country Club, due to traffic and security concerns. School officials say they are adjusting the school calendar so students don't lose classroom time.
Lake Park teacher says goodbye with ‘Guys and Dolls’ Apr 28, 2011 12:00 AM
Lake Park High School presents "Guys and Dolls" this weekend, marking the last production for retiring vocal director Mary Gibson. A reception in her honor follows the final curtain May 1.
Color guard teams show talent, dedication at Lake Park High Mar 26, 2011 12:00 AM
Blending dance, gymnastics, energy and team choreography, 24 teams converged Saturday on Lake Park High School’s West Campus for the Midwest Color Guard Circuit Contest.
DuPage County briefsOct 4, 2010 12:00 AM
pen auditions are being held for a new theater company in West Chicago. Plans call for an initial season of two plays and one musical. Informational meetings along with the auditions are set for 7 p.m. tonight at Gallery 200/STUDIO, 203 Turner Court.