Illinois First State To Mandate Asian American History In Schools

The Teaching Equitable Asian American History Act requires every Illinois public school curriculum include contributions of Asian Americans.

School District, Township Will Help Families Pay Past-Due Rent

The agreement between Niles and District 219 will lead to a $350,000 investment in the local COVID-19 relief fund to help district families.

College Financial Aid Applications In Skokie Area: Compare To IL

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

NTHSD 219: D219 Graduations Will Take Place On Sunday, May 22, 2022

Niles North and Niles West High Schools will hold their Class of 2022 graduations on Sunday, May 22, with the exact time yet to be deter ...

4 More Niles West Students Named 2021 National Merit Scholars

This year's first group of college-sponsored merit scholarship winners was announced Wednesday.

Saluting The Class Of 2021: Rena Lustig Of Evanston Township High School

Skokie Patch is celebrating graduates for their accomplishments.

Bill Excuses Students Up To 5 Days A Year For Religious Reasons

The proposal has been endorsed by members of both the Muslim and Jewish community and supported unanimously by state representatives.

Support Dance Marathon's Fundraising Efforts for I Grow Chicago

Dance Marathon is fundraising for I Grow Chicago, an grou; that works to end violence, and poverty in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood

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 Skokie Patch.

What's for Dinner? The Niles West Community Cookbook Has Ideas!

Proceeds benefit I Grow Chicago and the Education Foundation Serving Niles Township

Niles Township High Schools Ranked In Top 80 In Illinois

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

165 District 219 Students Among Top Illinois Student Scholars

Dozens of seniors from Niles North and Niles West high schools were recognized among the top 10 percent of high school seniors.

FAFSA Completions Down In IL: How Skokie Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Skokie area high schools.

3 Skokie Students Among First Group Of National Merit Winners

Two students at Niles West and one at Niles North were awarded corporate-sponsored National Merit scholarships.

District 219 Board To Engage Firm For Next Superintendent Search

Superintendent Steven Isoye plans to retire at the end of the 2021-22 school year.

Niles North Students Compete In VEX Robotics State Champions

The team was named the State Tournament Champion at the April 3 event.

School District 219 Celebrates Middle Eastern And North African Heritage Month

An online calendar marks events for students to celebrate throughout April.

District 219 Celebrates National Assistant Principals And Deans Week

"This year takes on even greater significance as we recognize all that our assistant principals and deans have conquered amid the pandemic."

$19 Million From $1.9 Trillion Bill Headed To Skokie Area Schools

Niles Township High School District 219 has been allocated almost $5.2 million — its feeder districts are due to receive over $14.2 million.

Niles Township District 219 Board Denounces Anti-Asian Violence

"Hate has no home in District 219," the board said in a statement.

Niles Township High Schools District 219: Board Of Education Special Meeting Set For March 23

The meeting will be held via Zoom, and D219 staff members and members of the public may attend.

In Skokie Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

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

Niles North DECA Achieves Honors At Conference

More than 30 students took their learning to the #NextLevel by competing in interactive role play or written project events.

District 219 Schools Staff Honored For 'Making A Difference' During Reopening Process

“Those Who Make A Difference” recognition goes to a student or staff member who is making a positive impact on the school community.

Niles West High School Celebrates Alumnus Merrick Garland's Confirmation As U.S. Attorney General

The Circuit Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia graduated from Niles West High School in 1970.

Skokie Teacher Named Golden Apple Finalist

Described by parents as a "complete and total gift," the first grade teacher launched a remote read-aloud series after schools shuttered.

District 219 Board Approves Three-Year Rollover Of Collective Bargaining Agreement With Union

The union and district agreed to new contract terms at the Feb. 23 meeting.

Niles High School Board To Meet Virtually Feb. 23

Staff and members of the public may attend via Zoom or phone.

Niles Township High School District 219 Board To Host Equity Committee

Staff members and members of the public may attend via Zoom.

Niles West Theatre Presents 'Neighborhood 3: Requisition Of Doom'

The student performance will be available for streaming Feb. 19-21.

D219 Recognizes Those Who Make A Difference Award Honorees

Niles West's Emmanuella Anyanwoke, Niles West Physical Welfare Director Omar Alebiosu and Niles North's Corban (CJ) Hood-Webb were honored.

District 219 Administers Ninth Illinois 5Essentials Survey To Improve Student Learning

Students, teachers and parents weigh in on school climate and learning conditions.

Niles District 219 Hosting School Board Candidate Forum

The event will take place Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. via Zoom.

Over $8.6 Million In COVID-19 Aid Heads To Skokie Public Schools

"I encourage you to channel these funds toward our most urgent needs," the state superintendent of schools told local administrators.

3 District 219 Seniors Named Presidential Scholar Candidates

Two students from Skokie and one from Morton Grove are among the 153 Illinois high school students up for the prestigious honor.

Virtual Job Fair Begins Feb. 1 For 8th District Residents

Employers will be on hand via virtual platforms through Feb. 5.

School District 219 Plans Cyber Security Webinar

Learn how to keep your personal data secure from unauthorized access at the Jan. 27 online event.

Niles West High School To Stream 9th Annual 'Coffeehouse Cabaret' This Week

This annual tradition is the major fundraiser for the Niles West Theatre Patrons, the booster organization for Niles West Theatre.

Niles Township High Schools Share Video From AP Parent Night Video

Parents who missed the AP presentation can now view it online.

District 219 To Host Equity Committee Of The Whole Tuesday

The meeting will take place via Zoom.