What's New News Summary

Join Us for a Live Update on the District Finances

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:17:00 GMT

You are invited to join us for a YouTube Live event on Wednesday, March 18, where district leaders will provide an overview of our financial outlook, discuss the budgeting process, and explain how we are planning for the year ahead while continuing to prioritize strong support for students and schools.

Notice of March 10 Board Meetings

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:05:00 GMT

On March 10, 2026, the Board of Education will meet for its regular monthly micro meeting. The meeting will be conducted in open and closed sessions beginning at 6 p.m. at the Educational Service Center, 214 Washington Street. The open session will be held in the Board Room. The closed session will be in Room 112. The Board’s monthly Student Achievement and Operations Services committee meetings will follow the micro meeting at approximately 7 p.m. in the Board Room.

Join Us Saturday for Our Final Family Listening Tour

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:12:00 GMT

We invite families and community members to join us this weekend for the final in-person listening tour, hosted in partnership with our wonderful community partners at Waukegan to College. You do not need to have a child currently enrolled in the Waukegan to College program to attend. All District 60 families are welcome. Saturday, March 7: 1 p.m. – English Session and Spanish Session

Academia 60 Parent Workshop: The Impact of Social Media on Today’s Youth

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:46:00 GMT

Waukegan Public Schools’ Bilingual and Multicultural Department, in partnership with the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC), invites families to attend the next session in its Academia 60 Parent Education Series. Families are encouraged to join us for “The Impact of Social Media on Today’s Youth / El Impacto de las Redes Sociales en los Jóvenes de Hoy,” presented by guest speaker Dr. Ferney Ramírez, a psychologist.

Clark Elementary Authorized as an International Baccalaureate World School

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:42:00 GMT

Waukegan Public Schools is proud to announce that Clark Elementary School has been officially authorized as an International Baccalaureate World School, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). Clark received its official authorization last month following a multi-year process that began in 2022. The designation recognizes the Clark community’s commitment to providing rigorous, inquiry-based instruction that encourages students to think critically, take ownership of their learning, and make meaningful connections to the world around them.

Virtual Family Listening Tours Begin Today

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:34:00 GMT

Our Family Listening Tour continues this week, with virtual sessions beginning today. These sessions are an opportunity for families to share their thoughts, experiences, and ideas as we continue working to strengthen our schools. While virtual sessions are organized by grade band, you are welcome to join whichever session best fits your schedule.

Family Listening Tour Begins This Week

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:51:00 GMT

Our Family Listening Tour begins this week. These sessions are an opportunity for families to share their thoughts, experiences, and ideas as we continue working to strengthen our schools. Families may attend either a virtual or in-person session. Virtual sessions are organized by grade band, but you are welcome to attend whichever session best fits your schedule.

Join Superintendent Plascencia for Upcoming Family Listening Sessions

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:44:00 GMT

Over the past several weeks, I have had the opportunity to meet with staff and students across our district as part of our Winter Listening Tour. I am now excited to invite families to join me as we continue this important work together. These listening sessions are designed to provide an opportunity to share what is working well in our schools, where we can continue to grow, and how we can strengthen the climate and safety of our learning environments. Your voice matters, and I look forward to learning from your experiences and perspectives.