Please join us in welcoming Arturo Senteno to the Leyden family! Arturo was hired as the new West Leyden Principal, effective July 1, 2022.
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Leyden students, alumni, community members, and District 212 leaders marched today in support of the movement for a more equitable and just world. Thanks to everyone who participated. Our students are the change. Our students are the future! We stand together as 1!
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Thank you to the Village of Rosemont for honoring our Class of 2020 Leyden graduates with custom graduation messages including names of East Leyden and West Leyden students displayed on Fashion Outlets of Chicago and Rosemont Theatre Exterior Digital Signage.
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For so many students, Leyden bus drivers are the first interaction of the school day and the last. These caring and beautiful people set the tone for everything in between.
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Leyden’s very own Dr. Sawsan Jaber has been named 2023 Cook County Co-Regional Teacher of the Year and is one of 13 finalists for the 2023 Illinois Teacher of the Year.
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Our faculty and staff welcomed students during book and material pick up in preparation for the new school year. Pick up materials included a Leyden face mask and Chromebooks. We loved seeing our students this week!
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Congratulations to Leyden’s very own Victoria Valentine, who was just named the Special Education Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education!
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Shout-out to East Leyden teacher Mr. Gomez for serenading his students with his Mariachi band today to kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Welcome to the start of the 2021-22 school year! All Faculty & Staff launch paper airplanes with reflections and ideas for this year & beyond. This is
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Leyden announces the transition of Dr. Brian Mahoney from Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction to Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
Meet the newest members of the Leyden family! We are so excited that this group of educators have joined us for the new school year and have no doubt that they will make a difference in the lives of our Leyden Eagles. See you all virtually on August 17th.
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Congrats Leyden Girls Swim Team for earning 2nd place in the 2020 WSC Gold Conference Championship! First time in over 20 years Leyden places 2nd.
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1st: Downers Grove South
2nd: Leyden
3rd: Addison Trail & Willowbrook
4th: Hinsdale South
5th: JS Morton
6th: Proviso
Almost 2,000 second doses of the COVID-19 vaccination were distributed in the West Leyden fieldhouse today. Thank you so much to the volunteers who helped and
@tbonuma
who coordinated the massive effort.
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Join us in honoring all the mothers and mother figures who love, support, and inspire our Leyden community! Thank you for all your hard work in ensuring that our students continue learning at home.
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The Chicago Bears selected Leyden Special Education Teacher/Vocational Coordinator Kevin Mitchell as this year’s Classroom Legend.
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Here is just some of the amazing artwork that has been added to our buildings!
Manuel Macias, our students, Jorge J. Sanchez, and Edgar Sosa, all did an incredible job capturing the spirit of Leyden!
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Congratulations to our Boys Soccer team as they secured the conference title with a win over Downers south last night! The Varsity Eagles are West Suburban Conference Champions!
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Our first day of remote learning for all students is this Monday, August 17. We can't wait to see our Leyden Eagles even if it's only virtually. Check out this graphic with important information you should know for the beginning of the school year.
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“In order to best serve our students, we need to understand their community, where they come from.” (Teacher
@Chaidez212
as he leads new teachers on a community tour)
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With the assistance of a grant, East Leyden Key Club built a “little library” for the entire community to enjoy near entrance 21 on King Street. The goal of the program is to promote reading and provide a free book exchange for all.
@EastLilLibrary
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One Amazing Story: Senior entrepreneur Nathan Diaz - He discovered the concession stand at a local ice rink was for sale - and he bought it! He owns a business, leverages the work-study program and skills from
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business courses. Watch now:
Starting this week, we will be welcoming all our brand new East/West Leyden Teachers for the new year! Be on the lookout to learn some fun facts and meet these wonderful new additions to the Leyden Family!
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East Leyden Valedictorian Corali Medico invites you to the Class of 2020's Virtual Commencement Ceremony on June 30th. Check out her message!
Corali we are extremely proud of all your accomplishments and best wishes on your next adventure!
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It's with great
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that we congratulate our new Director of Student Services: Faith Cole! Welcome to the Leyden Family!
@FaithCole42
Read her story here:
Welcome Leyden freshmen! You might be nervous, you might be excited, and that’s what makes it awesome! We are so grateful to have you - you belong here!
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Congratulations to Leyden Cross Country runners, Elany Jimenez and Israel Rodriguez, on qualifying for sectionals. Lake Park Cross Country Sectionals take place this Saturday, October 28, at Lake Park High School - GO EAGLES!!
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West Leyden Senior Molly Kasch produced this amazing video to remind you to pick up your Free Grab & Go meals at one of our schools or off-site locations in your neighborhood. See you soon!
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Our East Leyden graduates can’t MASK their excitement as they are about to cross the stage into the next chapter of their lives! Congratulations ,
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Under the leadership of autos teacher Paul Potvin, the students converted a standard bike into an eBike that helps a young lady with physical limitations ride in style with her friends. This is One Amazing Story!
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Dr. Tatiana Bonuma
@tbonuma
was hired by the Board of Education this morning as the next Superintendent of Maine Township High School District 207 following a national search.
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Today we celebrated 7 remarkable Eagles as they graduated from our BRIDGE program! Students spoke individually of the challenges they faced, and how they managed to overcome these obstacles thanks to their teacher’s guidance and dedication! Congratulations
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You know that moment when you go to catch a football and realize it's being thrown by New Orleans Saints Wide Receiver Austin Carr? Our students at Leyden L.I.F.E. high school do!
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Leyden hosts Solar Celebration today at West in honor of the new panels that went in thanks to generous grant support. Full story:
@npolyak
@fholthouse
and Brian Mahoney.
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West Leyden Valedictorian Gio De La Torre wants to Kick off your week by inviting you to the Class of 2020's Virtual Commencement Ceremony on July 1st.
Gio congratulations on your outstanding achievement. Continue to make a difference and live your dream!
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East Leyden Graduates, grab your cap and gown and gather your family and friends (while social distancing of course) to celebrate your special day! We can't wait to honor you during the Virtual Commencement Ceremony today at 6:30 Join us at
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We understand that you have questions about the upcoming schools year, but please know that we will keep you informed every step of the way. Dr. Polyak will continue to provide formal updates. Read his latest message at
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Please welcome Krystle Kozin, one of our new Special Education Teachers at West and the LIFE Transition Center!
Krystle loves traveling the world with her husband, Mario party, and Buncha Crunch!
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One Amazing Story: Science Teacher Jon Pazol
"I want our students to say, hey, I can do that," says Pazol of his recent journey to the arctic to conduct research.
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