College Credits: Oak Forest Students Make Dean's List

Area students from Oak Forest are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.

Oak Forest Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how college aid applications changed for Oak Forest area high schools.

Dr. Roth Hired As Next Superintendent of Forest Ridge

Dr. Roth will officially start her position on July 1.

Lot Construction Prompts Closures At D228 Schools

Oak Forest and Tinley Park High School will have construction taking place in the parking lots of both properties this summer.

Congratulations, Oak Forest High School Grad Ryan Krell

Before this year's graduates head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Oak Forest Patch.

Oak Forest High School Among Top Illinois High Schools: U.S. News

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors such as graduation rates and academic performance.

Hillcrest Students Among Top Illinois Student Scholars

Hillcrest students were given the recognition for their outstanding academic achievement.

SSC Legal Studies virtual open houses

South Suburban College to Host Legal Studies Virtual Open Houses in May

Oak Forest Students Among Top Illinois Student Scholars

Oak Forest High School students were given the recognition for their outstanding academic achievements.

FAFSA Completions Down In IL: How Oak Forest Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Oak Forest area high schools.

South Suburban College to Offer Ultimate Flexibility for College

South Suburban College to Offer Ultimate Flexibility for College Degree Seekers for Fall

Bremen High School District 228 To Host Outdoor Proms For Seniors

Oak Forest, Tinley Park, Bremen and Hillcrest High Schools are slated to have a prom for the class of 2021, following CDC guidance.

Millions From $1.9 Trillion Bill Comes To Oak Forest Area Schools

Bremen Community High School District 228 is receiving over $15 million from the bill.

Meet The Community Consolidated School District Board Candidates

Community Consolidated School District 146 has candidates vying for votes in the April 6 school board race.

Meet Julie Jackson: School District 146 Candidate

Julie Jackson is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Oak Forest High School Teacher Wins American History Award

Mike Brown won the Outstanding Teacher of American History Award for his efforts to teach American history during remote learning.

Meet Richard Lloyd: School District 146 Candidate

Rick Lloyd is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Meet Candidate Julie Berry: School District 146 Candidate

Julie Berry is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Bremen High School Football Preview

BDTV228 Sports Multimedia Intern Aiesha Allen previews the Bremen High School Football Team

In Oak Forest Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Cook County.

Meet Vincent J. Aiello: School District 146 Candidate

Vincent J. Aiello is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Meet Patricia Chlada: School District 146 Candidate

Patricia Chlada is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Meet Jill Dunlap: School District 146 Candidate

Jill Dunlap is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Meet Shane Wilson: School District 146 Candidate

Shane Wilson is running for Community Consolidated School District 146 school board. The Consolidated Elections are April 6.

Bremen High School District Community Vaccinates 1,300 People

The school district worked with Jewel-Osco​ to vaccinate staff members and community members 65 and older.

Oak Forest High School Key Club Donates to the Treasure Chest

Oak Forest High School Key Club Donates to the Treasure Chest Foundation

Oak Forest In-Person Class Cancellations, School Closings

Keep checking back for in-person class cancellations and school closings in Oak Forest for Tuesday, Feb. 16.

'Adopt A High School Senior' Program Runs Again For D228 Students

The program has residents taking time to speak to a high school senior at any of the D228 schools, giving students gifts and advice.

Hillcrest High School Creates Mentor Program For Students

The purpose of the program is to help freshmen students adjust to high school, and make them feel welcome at Hillcrest.

Forest Ridge School District 142 Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten Registration Information for 2021 - 2022 can be found at http://www.d142.org/registration

Oak Forest School Districts Get Coronavirus Relief Funding

See which school districts in Oak Forest received COVID-19 relief funding from the U.S. Department of Education.

Late Start Registration at SSC

Students who Register for “Late Start” Classes at South Suburban College may still benefit from Tuition Assistance, Free Laptops

'Invisible Inspirations': Bremen High School Students Help Peers

In an attempt to ease stress during the pandemic, four students from Bremen High School started a project to help students know they care.

Oak Forest Resident Named Head Volleyball Coach At Loras College

As a 2018 alumnus of the college, Dylan Ross is now head of the men's volleyball team. The season begins in February.

School Board Candidates In Oak Forest: See Who Is Running

693 candidates filed to run for suburban Cook County school boards. See who is running in Oak Forest school districts.

Bremen High School District Makes 600 Holiday Cards For Seniors

Students created 605 cards for senior citizens in Posen, Midlothian, Markham, Oak Forest, Tinley Park, Hazel Crest and Country Club Hills.

120 Students Participate in High School Health Campaign

Students and staff in Bremen High School District 228 met virtually, focussing on staying healthy, fit and resilient.

Ridge Early Childhood Center sponsors food drive for local pantry

Ridge Early Act Club food drive December 9 - 16

Oak Forest Students Create Portraits For Venezuelan Children

Students at Oak Forest High School are participating in The Memory Project's portrait creating program for kids in Venezuela.