Summer School Science 11:30-1:00 - Slime and
Our young scientists were hard at work and had a blast making some ooey, gooey slime in class last week! We also incorporated a little art with science by making some color diffusion wheels using common kitchen products.
Summer School Science 9:30-11:00- Microscopes
Our young scientists had a great time exploring the microscopic world during their summer school courses. Students learned how microscopes work and even which careers utilize this amazing tool. We also explored various plant, bacterial, and animal premade slides and even went on an outdoor journey to a creek to see what critters and plant life may be living in the ecosystem!
Superintendent's Contract
The LaGrange Highlands School District 106 Board of Education is pleased to announce the approval of a five-year contract with John Munch to continue as the district’s superintendent. The contract was approved at the June 20, 2023, regular meeting and will run from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028.
John became superintendent of District 106 in July 2021. During his tenure as superintendent, John’s major accomplishments include the following:
- Implemented a successful return-to-school plan at the start of the 2021 allowing students to return to in-person, full-time learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Successfully led the collaborative negotiations with the Highlands Association of Teachers (HAT) resulting in a new five-year Collective Bargaining Agreement between the District and HAT. Using a detailed analysis of comparable districts, the negotiations produced a contract which allows us to recruit and retain high-quality educators, while ensuring long-term financial stability for the district. We are pleased John was able to lead these amicable negotiations which will have a positive impact on our students and community for years to come.
- Implemented a data-driven School Improvement Planning Process for our district focusing on individual student achievement and needs.
- Successfully led the building addition and renovation project slated to be completed for fall 2023. The construction project broke ground in fall 2022 and is expected to be completed on time and under budget under John’s leadership. We look forward to a ribbon cutting and open house this fall for our District 106 community.
- Implemented a capital financing plan in a volatile economic environment for our planned school addition and renovation by leveraging existing financial reserves, new bonds, and careful budgeting and planning for the new facilities.
- Strategically staffed the district with high-quality educators and administrators to ensure the best education possible for students in the district.
John has made a huge impact on our school community. We are thrilled to share this news of a five-year contract with John and look forward to collaborating with him over the coming years. John’s commitment to the district and our students is remarkable, and his vision for what Highlands can achieve is inspiring. The Board of Education wishes to thank John for his work to date and congratulate him on this next step with District 106.
LaGrange Highlands District 106 Board of Education
Tuesday, June 20, 2023: Regular Meeting
A Regular Meeting of the
LaGrange Highlands School District 106 Board of Education
will be held on
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
at 7:00 p.m.
in the Elementary Gymnasium
5850 Laurel Avenue
LaGrange, IL 60525
Agenda and Attachments for the Meeting
Link to the Meeting Livestream
Tuesday, June 20, 2023: Fiscal Year 2023 Final Amended Budget Hearing
A Public Hearing for the
LaGrange Highlands School District 106
Fiscal Year 2023 Final Amended Budget
will be held on
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
at 7:00 p.m.
in the Elementary Gymnasium
5850 Laurel Avenue
LaGrange, IL 60525
Agenda and Attachments for the Meeting
Link to the Meeting Livestream
District Technology Sale - July 7th
On Friday, July 7th, 2023, District 106 will be offering used computers, projectors, Apple TVs, and misc electronic items for sale. The sale will be held at the administrative office at 1750 Plainfield Road, La Grange, IL 60525.
General Sale Info
The sale will open to all residents of the district at 9:00 AM. (Proof of residency is required.)
The sale will open to the general public when no residents remain in line to purchase items.
Either cash or credit card will be accepted as a form of payment. (No checks.)
There is a limit of one of each type of item (laptop, desktop, projector, etc) per household.
Those who wish to purchase more than one item may return to the end of the line during the public sale to make an additional purchase.
All equipment will be sold as-is on a first-come, first-served basis. Once equipment leaves our doors, it is non-returnable.
No warranty of any kind for equipment or batteries is offered or implied.
Once sold out, a notice will be posted on the district website.
Items For Sale:
$225 each
13" MacBook Air Laptops - 2017 model year purchased new in 2019
$100 each
Laptops not in prime condition (cracked screen, swapped keys, etc)
$75 iPad Gen 8 - 3 Years Old
128GB Storage
$50 iPad Gen 6 - 4 Years Old
128GB Storage
$25 each
Apple TV
Video projectors:
$75 each
Epson PowerLite PowerLite 955WH (most models)
HDMI
Minimum of 1024x768 resolution
5 years old
8th Grade Graduation Location-Highlands
Art Fair Scavenger Hunt
Highlands Elementary Students enjoyed visiting the Art Fair with the families. A scavenger hunt encouraged them to look closely at the artwork of other students while observing art on display.
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ILMEA BAND Audition Music (Fall 2023)
Attention all interested future 6th-8th grade band students! The Illinois Music Educators Association (ILMEA) provides an excellent honor band opportunity for students looking for a challenge and to extend their music experience outside of our Highlands band community. See the attached link for auditions music and scales. Auditions are in the fall, but the summer is great time to get started practicing this music! This is a one day honor band, so low commitment, but an excellent experience!
Let me know if you have any questions.
ILMEA Honor Band Audition Music
Mrs. Hardesty
4th Grade Roller Coasters
The fourth graders did an amazing job on their roller coasters. It was part of their force and motion unit in science. They worked together as a class to build the foundation, the tracks and create a theme all made out of paper!! Their goal was to create a roller coaster with the longest marble ride. Way to go 4th Graders!
Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting @ 6:30pm
A Regular Meeting of the
LaGrange Highlands School District 106 Board of Education
will be held on
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
at 6:30 p.m.
in the Learning Resource Center (LRC)
Agenda and Attachments for the Meeting
Zoom Link to the Meeting Livestream
8th Grade Softball Team Finishes Undefeated Season
The Highlands Hornets 8th grade softball team wrapped up their season this week with an undefeated record of 8-0. Throughout the season the girls learned how to play together as a team and had a lot of fun doing so. It was a great way to end their Highlands sports career before moving onto high school. Nice work, Hornets!