On Friday morning, students from Joliet Central High School organized a peaceful walkout to demonstrate their commitment to education, unity, and civic engagement, and were met with support from the community.
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State of the District Address Jan. 29 at Joliet West
The Joliet Township High School Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Karla Guseman invite the community to a State of the District Address on January 29, featuring a Meet and Greet, appetizers, musical entertainment, and a comprehensive overview of the district’s health.
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Will County ROE STEAM Fair Celebrates Innovation in Education
The Will County Regional Office of Education (ROE) will host a STEAM Fair on November 5, 2025, at Joliet Junior College’s Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center to celebrate the power of STEAM in shaping the future and to provide interactive presentations and exploration of STEAM learning for educators, students, and community members.
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Will County Regional office of Education to host STEAM Fair
The Will County Regional Office of Education is hosting a STEAM Fair on November 5, 2025, to celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics in shaping the future and to inspire and equip future generations with the tools they need to thrive.
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New Center for Student Wellness and Support open at Joliet Junior College
Governor Pritzker, school leaders, and community members celebrated the grand opening of Joliet Junior College’s new Center for Student Wellness and Support, which provides students with accessible, compassionate, and culturally responsive mental health services, as well as food and clothing assistance.
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State Senator Invites Residents to Send Valentine’s Day Cards to Seniors
State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel invites residents of the 49th District to send homemade or store-bought Valentine’s Day cards to seniors, which will be delivered to various senior facilities in the area.
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Joliet Township High School Board of Education Invites Community to State of District Address
The Joliet Township High School Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Karla Guseman are inviting community members to a State of the District Address on February 5, which will provide an overview of the district’s health and activities.
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State Rep. Natalie Manley Encourages Small Nonprofits to Apply for Grants
Small nonprofits providing food or housing assistance are encouraged to apply for a grant through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program, which provides grants to organizations with annual budgets of $1 million or less.
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Tecara Parker next Joliet West High School Principal
Joliet Township High School has announced that Tecara Parker will serve as the next principal of Joliet West High School beginning July 1. Mrs. Parker replaces Dr. Teresa Gibson who announced in January that she is returning to the classroom. Candidates for the principal position underwent a rigorous hiring process, including interviews with a hiring committee comprised of students, parents, staff, and community members.
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Report Reveals that Los Angeles Sheriff Department Rife with Gangs and Cliques
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors commissioned RAND to conduct an independent research project to learn more about how these subgroups are formed, why they exist, what actions might be taken if it is determined that they have a significant impact on the Sheriff Department’s mission, and whether they have affected community perceptions and trust in the department.
