Curriculum

The goal of Lakes Community High School administrators and teachers is that each student receives a challenging curriculum within his or her abilities. The curriculum serves as a basis for and a transition to future learning experiences.

— Click here to download the 2008-2009 Course and Activity Guide, which details courses, requirements and programs offered at LCHS.

— Click here for information about summer school.
Summer school will be held at LCHS this year due to construction at ACHS. For more information, contact Aryan Dohman 847-838-7268. For information about Driver's Education, contact Jenna Blasko at 847-838-7311.

— Click here to see descriptions of courses offered through Tech Campus.

Curriculum Objectives:

• Offer a comprehensive program that has challenging and appropriate courses of study and co-curricular opportunities that enhance personal
  responsibility, self-image, and social growth.
• Provide a curriculum that is aligned with the Illinois Learning Standards.
• Create a school climate that encourages attendance and enhances student achievement.
• Focus on students in making decisions, and be sensitive to the taxpayers, employees, parents and all members of District 117.
• Demonstrate through objective measures that the District is being effective in educating its students.
• Encourage communication and cooperation between the school and community.
• Encourage the use of technology in the instructional program and in the administration of the District.
• Employ a staff and administration that is committed to educational excellence.
• Conduct a staff development program that encourages and rewards responsible experimentation and creativity.
• Provide financial resources for staff, facilities and equipment for a high quality program.