OLCHS wants parents to receive school communication in a timely manner, especially in an emergency situation. Parents are strongly encouraged to sign-up to receive text messages. Parents can easily sign-up through the Skylert feature with Skyward Family Access.  Follow these easy steps: 1) Log on to Skyward Family Access; 2) Click on the Skylert Button on the left; 3) Scroll to the bottom of the screen and enter your cell phone number(s) in the "Text Message" Section; and 4) Click Save.

Parents are encouraged to review all of their settings within the Skylert screen and to add additional phone numbers and email addresses as desired. Parents determine what numbers and email addresses receive messages and the type of messages. Parents needing assistance can contact Jill Malkowski at 708/741-5611.

OLCHS is pleased to announce that 28 students from the Class of 2016 have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is the state agency that recognizes the top Illinois high school students annually with this distinction. The following students were named 2015-16 Illinois State Scholars:  Jamilla Abdeljaber, Danielle Allen, Brea Brennan, Melissa Buss, Brianna Castrogiovanni, Kaeley Clark, Shania Enriquez, Marcus Favila, Aleksandra Gronski, Jacob Janicke, Natalie Kaminski, Kaylee Lacoco, Marisa Loya, Mia Loya, Kara Melvin, Val Molloy, Ryan Quinn, Steven Raybould, Michael Rodriguez, Sophia Shader, Richard Sheppler, Trevor Spreadbury, Lucas Stillwell, Rebecca Suarez, Kelly Touchie, Nathaniel Warning, James Wiltzius, and Adam Ziada.   Congratulations Spartans!

Illinois State Scholars represent approximately the top 10 percent of high school seniors from 652 high schools across the state. Selection is based on a combination of exemplary ACT or SAT test scores and sixth semester class rank.  This year, over 19,000 students statewide received this honor.

ISAC encourages Illinois families to utilize the many resources available on its website, www.ISAC.org, including a calendar of free financial aid and college access events, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion workshops to assist in the application process, as well as applications for grants and scholarships administered by ISAC. In addition, students can find out how to access free one-on-one assistance and mentoring in the college admissions process.  <<read more>>

Prom is expensive, and many families have more pressing priorities in this economy.  That's why Oak Lawn Community High School will offer Cinderella's Closet, a program designed to help our female students get prom gear at rock-bottom prices.  All proceeds will help fund a bus for the SADD Post Prom party.  So clean out those closets to help make a girl's wish come true.

Cinderella's Closet is a collection of lightly used formal dresses, shoes, accessories, and unopened make-up for girls in need.  All styles, sizes, and colors are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at the high school in the District Office room 123 during business hours (7:30 - 3:30 p.m.) through February 12, 2016.  Please use the Southwest Highway visitor's entrance.  If you are not able to drop off dresses during this timeframe, please contact Maria Vanderwarren to make other arrangements. A tax form is available for all donations. The Cinderella Closet boutique will be open to the public on Saturday, February 13, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

For more information, contact Kate Mellone at kmellone@olchs.org or Maria Vanderwarren at 708-741-5602 or mvanderwarren@olchs.org.   <<read more>>