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Hope Squad seventh- and eighth-grade students from all three District 47 middle schools recently participated in an Active Listening Workshop at the McHenry County Sheriff’s Department. The workshop, led by professionals trained in crisis negotiation and peer support, taught students how to truly listen; not just to words, but to the meaning and feelings behind them.

For the Spring Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 39 nominations.

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students from Lundahl Middle School (LMS) have partnered with students at South Elementary for a six-week mentorship program called Learning Buddies, focused on skill-building and leadership development. This initiative not only strengthens leadership qualities in middle school students but also fosters meaningful connections with younger students, creating a bridge between schools in District 47

For the Fall 2024 Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 30 nominations.

Lundahl Principal Mrs. Compere awards Ian her Hall Pass.

For the fall Elevate Award, 8 winners were announced out of 26 nominations.

The district is initiating a comprehensive review of our school district boundaries, beginning with the three middle schools, and will be using a Boundary Committee for the review and recommendation process for both phases. Click for more information.

District 47 has partnered with local judges to provide students with real-world lessons in civic education. This collaboration supports the social science curriculum, focusing on topics such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the US government.

Out of 43 Elevate nominations this spring, 10 staff members were chosen to receive the Elevate Award including Canterbury PE teacher Jennifer Gray and 1st grade dual language teacher Maria McEvilly.