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| Lakes Community High School | |
|---|---|
| Name | Lakes Community High School |
| Address | 1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa, Illinois, United States |
| Established | 2004 |
| Type | Public high school |
| District | Community High School District 117 |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | ~1,100 (2020s) |
| Mascot | Eagle |
Lakes Community High School Lakes Community High School is a public secondary school located in Lake Villa, Illinois, serving portions of Lake County and nearby suburbs of Chicago. It opened in the early 21st century to serve growing populations from communities including Lindenhurst, Lake Villa, Grayslake, and Antioch. The school operates within Community High School District 117 and participates in regional associations and conferences tied to Illinois educational and extracurricular systems.
The school's founding in 2004 followed demographic shifts documented by the United States Census Bureau and planning efforts involving Lake County, Illinois officials, local school districts and boards such as the Community High School District 117. Site selection and construction involved contractors, architects, and municipal reviews with references to zoning by Lake Villa, Illinois and consultations with neighboring municipalities like Lindenhurst, Illinois and Grayslake, Illinois. Early enrollment trends mirrored suburban growth patterns linked to infrastructure projects overseen by agencies including the Illinois Department of Transportation and regional planning bodies. The launch coincided with curricular and extracurricular alignments to statewide standards promulgated by the Illinois State Board of Education and interscholastic policies of the Illinois High School Association.
The campus occupies a suburban parcel near regional corridors connecting to Interstate 94 and U.S. Route 45, sited among residential subdivisions influenced by developments in Lake County, Illinois and commuter access to the Chicago metropolitan area. Facilities were planned to accommodate science labs referencing standards from organizations such as the National Science Teachers Association and to support performing arts partnerships with entities like local chapters of Music Educators National Conference affiliates. Athletic fields and courts on campus meet requirements consistent with the Illinois High School Association and the Northern Lakes Conference (Illinois). The campus design incorporated classrooms, a media center reflecting trends from the American Library Association, career and technical spaces attuned to programmatic guidance from the Career and Technical Education networks, and secure entry systems recommended by safety consultants and county law enforcement partners including the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Curriculum frameworks align to learning expectations promoted by the Illinois State Board of Education and adhere to college preparatory pathways used by institutions such as the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, Northwestern University, DePaul University, and regional community colleges including College of Lake County. Advanced Placement courses follow protocols of the College Board while career and technical offerings coordinate with statewide initiatives supported by the Illinois Community College Board. Student assessment metrics reference standardized testing administered in partnership with organizations like ACT, Inc. and alignment to college admission criteria from the Common Application. Postgraduate planning leverages resources from counseling associations such as the American School Counselor Association and connects learners to scholarship programs sponsored by foundations and local businesses.
Student organizations mirror national models including chapters associated with the National Honor Society, Key Club International, Future Farmers of America (FFA) networks for agricultural education in nearby townships, and performing ensembles that draw repertoire from conservatory traditions linked to institutions like the Juilliard School and regional theaters such as the Ravinia Festival. Student government coordinates with statewide student leadership conferences and civic engagement programs run by groups like the Illinois Association of Student Councils. Community service projects maintain partnerships with local chapters of United Way and charitable organizations including the American Red Cross and area food banks. Media and journalism activities produce outlets informed by standards from the Society of Professional Journalists and interscholastic publications associations.
Athletic programs compete in conferences overseen by the Illinois High School Association and schedule matches against schools from communities such as Grayslake Central High School, Grayslake North High School, Lindenhurst High School, and other suburban rivals. Sports offerings reflect common American secondary school athletics: football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, soccer, track and field, wrestling, and swimming, with coaching staffs often holding certifications recognized by the National Federation of State High School Associations. Facilities host sectional-level contests and community events connected to regional athletic organizations and youth sports leagues, with student-athletes pursuing recruitment pathways to collegiate programs at schools like Illinois State University and Eastern Illinois University.
District governance is provided by the elected board of Community High School District 117, with administrative leadership roles such as principal, assistant principals, and directors for curriculum and student services. Faculty hiring and professional development reference standards from the National Education Association and state certification rules administered by the Illinois State Board of Education. Collaboration occurs with nearby higher-education partners including University of Illinois Chicago and Northern Illinois University for teacher preparation and continuing education. Support staff roles coordinate with county agencies such as the Lake County Health Department for student wellness programming.
Alumni have pursued postsecondary and professional pathways across athletics, arts, public service, and business, attending institutions like University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, Northwestern University, DePaul University, Illinois State University, Southern Illinois University, Ball State University, Indiana University Bloomington, Michigan State University, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Ohio State University, University of Michigan, Auburn University, Penn State University, University of Florida, University of Georgia, Boston University, New York University, University of Southern California, Vanderbilt University, University of Notre Dame, Marquette University, Loyola University Chicago, University of Minnesota, Purdue University, University of Iowa, Miami University, Rutgers University, University of Cincinnati, Temple University, University of Illinois Chicago, St. Xavier University, Bradley University, Hofstra University, California State University, Long Beach, Western Illinois University, Central Michigan University, Northern Illinois University, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire FC, Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, and service in municipal and county roles.
Category:Public high schools in Illinois Category:Schools in Lake County, Illinois