Ninety-four students from Joliet Township High School’s graduating class of 2026 were recognized at the February Board of Education meeting for earning the prestigious Illinois State Scholar designation.
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Joliet Museum to Unveil Routes of Agency Exhibit, Showcasing African American History
The Joliet Area Historical Museum is opening the Routes of Agency permanent exhibit, which explores the African American experience in Joliet from the Great Migration to the 1980s, highlighting the Black community’s resilience and agency in the face of adversity.
Joliet Central electronics students restore “Andy the Ambulance” for Community Safety Education
Joliet Central High School electronics students completed a months-long restoration project to restore a decades-old ambulance, Andy, for the Joliet Fire Department’s safety education program.
Joliet Central’s Tayla Stallings earns recognition in 2025 Throwdown Illustration Challenge
Tayla Stallings of Joliet Central High School earned an Honorable Mention in the 2025 Throwdown Illustration Challenge, a virtual art competition featuring 51 of Illinois’ top high school illustrators.
Community Connections Expo free event
The Community Connections Expo will take place on October 16th at Joliet Central High School, featuring a job fair, community resource tables, food vendors, musical entertainment, workshops, and free childcare.
Joliet City Center Partnership 4th Annual Stone & Steel Spooky 5k in Joliet
The Joliet City Center Partnership (CCP) 4th annual Stone & Steel Spooky 5k on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 8 a.m. in Downtown Joliet. The event is sponsored by Midland States Bank, Harrah’s Casino & Hotel, La Joliet, Rialto Square Theatre, and the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Registration is open now and […]
Joliet Central students earn over $2.9 Million in scholarships at Illinois High School Art Exhibition
Joliet Central High School students have been selected to showcase their artwork at the prestigious 12th Annual Illinois High School Art Exhibition, earning their share of over $108 million in college scholarships.
Rising Star in Art: Tommy Jemilo’s First Independent Exhibition Set for Joliet
Tommy Jemilo, an AP Art student at Joliet Central High School, is presenting his first independent art exhibition at Internode on Chicago Street in downtown Joliet on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Joliet Central Culinary Arts Addition grand opening
Joliet Township High School is inviting the community to the grand opening of the Joliet Central High School Culinary Arts Addition, which includes two state-of-the-art culinary labs, upgraded restrooms, a staff wellness room, and a made-for-TV demonstration kitchen.
Joliet Central senior wins Silver Medal at 2024 SkillsUSA Illinois Career Competitions
Jesus Avila of Joliet Central High School won a Silver Medal in the 2024 SkillsUSA Illinois Career Competitions, while 15 other students qualified to compete in various competitions.

