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Recapping Our Budget Workshop

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:19:00 GMT

Earlier this week, our Board of Education hosted the first of three budget workshops, where staff discussed the factors that go into the annual budget development process ahead of final adoption in September. During the session, the District’s finance department provided an overview of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, including student enrollment, staffing, revenue, expenditures, and the overall financial outlook.

Notice of March 17 Board Meeting

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT

A regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. for Open Session, and 6 p.m. for Closed Session. The meeting will be conducted in person in the Educational Service Center Board Room, 214 Washington Street. Closed Session will occur in Room 112. Note: This meeting is on the third Tuesday instead of the fourth Tuesday, due to Spring Break.

Class of 2026 Graduation Information

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:25:00 GMT

Waukegan High School will celebrate its 153rd commencement ceremony on Friday, May 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Weiss Field, with more than 950 graduates expected to take part. Gates will open at 4 p.m., and each graduate will receive four tickets for the ceremony. The event will also be streamed live on the District’s YouTube channel. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be rescheduled for Saturday, May 16 at 1 p.m.

Notice of May 12 and 13 Board Meetings

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:48:00 GMT

On May 12, 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 Board’s monthly Student Achievement and Operations Services committee meetings will follow the micro meeting at approximately 7 p.m. in the Board Room. Budget Workshop #1 for the Board of Education will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 6 p.m.

Academia 60 Parent Workshops: Upcoming Sessions- May 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:38:00 GMT

As we wind down the school year, our commitment to supporting families continues. Waukegan Public Schools invites you to join us for the final sessions of the Academia 60 Parent Education Series, designed to provide helpful information and resources to support your child’s success. We hope you can join us for one or more of the following sessions. Childcare and interpretation services will be available at each event, and families may attend either in person or virtually.

Coming Soon: New Website, Communication Tools, and Board Site

Fri, 08 May 2026 16:29:00 GMT

Waukegan Public Schools will be launching new District and school websites, along with a new communication system designed to make it easier for you to stay informed and connected. As part of this transition, we will introduce a new two-way messaging tool called Rooms. Additionally, the District will be transitioning to a new Board of Education platform called Community, as Diligent (the provider of BoardDocs) moves districts to this updated system.

Reminder: AAPI Heritage Month Festival, May 7

Tue, 05 May 2026 21:01:00 GMT

Waukegan Public Schools invites families to join us for our annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Festival this Thursday, May 7, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Jack Benny Middle School (1401 Montesano Avenue). This year’s celebration will feature an Asian Night Market theme, with food, games, and activities for the whole family.

Notice of May 7 Special Board Meeting

Tue, 05 May 2026 17:28:00 GMT

A Special Meeting with Closed and Open Session of the Board of Education will be held on Thursday, May 7 , 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Room 112 at the Educational Service Center. Pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), the discussion will be held in Closed Session. The subject will be specific personnel matters. The meeting will begin in open session in the Board Room and then move to closed session in Room 112. The meeting will adjourn from Room 112. No action will be taken during the open session.