Waukegan High School

Waukegan High School A source of pride with 3 campuses: Brookside, Washington, and AOEC. Vision: Waukegan High School is a source of pride for our community.

Our mission: is to teach, empower, and help every student reach their full potential academically, socially, and beyond. We educate students now and for the future. Mission: In all that we do, our mission is to teach and empower so each student will reach their full academic, social, and post-secondary potential. We have high expectations for all as we create a safe student-centered environment that honors diversity and encourages learners to take risks.

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Visión: La Escuela Secundaria de Waukegan es motivo de orgullo para nuestra comunidad. Educamos a los estudiantes ahora y para el futuro. Misión: En todo lo que hacemos, nuestra misión es enseñar y capacitar para que cada estudiante alcance su máximo potencial en lo académico, lo social y postsecundario. Tenemos altas expectativas para todos centradas en el estudiante al crear un ambiente seguro que honra la diversidad y alienta a los estudiantes a tomar riesgos.

Class of 2027 Reminder! 🎓 Our Senior Class Meeting is Monday, September 14 at 9:00 AM in the Dog Pound. Students should ...
09/09/2026

Class of 2027 Reminder! 🎓 Our Senior Class Meeting is Monday, September 14 at 9:00 AM in the Dog Pound. Students should arrive by 8:45 AM.

Seniors will receive important graduation information at this meeting! Attendance is required. Please check your inbox for more information.

Homecoming Tie-Dye is THIS Thursday! Join Student Council after school in the Brookside Courtyard until 5 PM. Bring a wh...
09/08/2026

Homecoming Tie-Dye is THIS Thursday! Join Student Council after school in the Brookside Courtyard until 5 PM. Bring a white shirt for $3 or purchase a limited shirt for $10. Pre-orders are $8 and due Wednesday: https://forms.gle/XFWkWD11nygdC7Fd8

Language connects us, and our Spanish Heritage 2 students are making those connections stronger every day! 💬 Our student...
09/04/2026

Language connects us, and our Spanish Heritage 2 students are making those connections stronger every day! 💬 Our students are diving into "Types of Relationships in Society,” exploring family, friendships, school, work, and community connections, all while building their Spanish communication skills.

Through collaborative activities, meaningful discussions, and written practice, students are:
✨ Expanding their Spanish vocabulary
🤝 Strengthening collaboration and communication
💡 Expressing their ideas with confidence
❤️ Reflecting on respect, equality, and positive relationships
🌎 Connecting Spanish learning to their everyday lives

We’re proud to see our students learning together, communicating confidently, and building connections in Spanish!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Curriculum Night at Washington and AOEC! 🐾 We are glad to welcome families, conn...
09/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Curriculum Night at Washington and AOEC! 🐾 We are glad to welcome families, connect with teachers, and share information about the school year. We appreciate everyone who took the time to join us and be part of the evening.

Did you know that this year, the beloved Dog Pound at Waukegan High School turns 100 years old?One of the most historic ...
09/03/2026

Did you know that this year, the beloved Dog Pound at Waukegan High School turns 100 years old?

One of the most historic and renowned high school gyms in the state of Illinois is getting ready for a BIG birthday celebration on December 9, when our basketball teams host Mundelein for what promises to be the state’s biggest birthday party!

We’re planning a series of events leading up to the Big Day and would love for Bulldogs past and present to get involved in the planning and celebration.

Want to be part of the celebration? See Coach Ashlaw at Washington Campus for more information.

Thank you to everyone who came out for Curriculum Night at Brookside! We loved connecting with families, meeting our ama...
09/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for Curriculum Night at Brookside! We loved connecting with families, meeting our amazing teachers, and kicking off another great year. 🐾 Tomorrow, we’ll see you at Washington & AOEC from 5:30–7:30 PM!

Our Work-Based Learning Program and SkillsUSA proudly hosted our first “Health Care Is Calling Roadshow,” welcoming five...
09/01/2026

Our Work-Based Learning Program and SkillsUSA proudly hosted our first “Health Care Is Calling Roadshow,” welcoming five representatives from Northwestern Medicine for an engaging conference focused on healthcare careers and career pathways.

With 32 students in attendance, the event introduced students to a wide range of healthcare careers, including opportunities that may not require extensive postsecondary education. Students learned about education and training pathways, potential earnings, career growth, and ways to gain valuable experience in the field.

Students were introduced to the Discovery Program, which offers high school students interested in healthcare opportunities for career exploration, hospital tours, guest speakers, professional development, networking, leadership, and community service.

Students also learned about volunteer opportunities with Northwestern Medicine, which can help them develop workplace skills, gain experience, meet new people, and explore the healthcare environment.

We are grateful to Northwestern Medicine for connecting with our students and sharing these valuable opportunities. We look forward to strengthening this partnership and continuing to provide our students with meaningful experiences and pathways toward careers in healthcare.

Get ready to enter the Midnight Garden! Waukegan High School is excited to announce the 2026 Homecoming Parade, taking p...
09/01/2026

Get ready to enter the Midnight Garden! Waukegan High School is excited to announce the 2026 Homecoming Parade, taking place on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Parade Details:
Theme: Midnight Garden
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Line-Up Time: 4:30 PM
Parade Start: 5:30 PM
Line-Up Location: WHS - Brookside Campus — Main Parking Lot

The parade will begin on Brookside Avenue and travel west to Flossmoor, north to University, east to Tiffany, south to Lydia, east to Martin, and finally south to Brookside. The route will remain the same as last year.

We invite students, families, organizations, clubs, teams, and community groups to join this year's Homecoming celebration! Please complete and submit your 2026 Homecoming Parade Application by midnight on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, to secure your place in the parade: https://tinyurl.com/nstc7y46

Tie-dye your way into Homecoming! Student Council’s Homecoming Tie-Dye Event is Thursday, Sept. 10, after school in the ...
08/31/2026

Tie-dye your way into Homecoming! Student Council’s Homecoming Tie-Dye Event is Thursday, Sept. 10, after school in the Brookside Courtyard until 5 PM.

Bring a white shirt for $3 or buy one for $10. Pre-order your Homecoming tee for $8 by Sept. 9: https://forms.gle/XFWkWD11nygdC7Fd8

Join us for Curriculum Night to:Meet your child's teachersExplore classrooms and departmentsLearn about WHS goals for th...
08/31/2026

Join us for Curriculum Night to:
Meet your child's teachers
Explore classrooms and departments
Learn about WHS goals for the year
Get tips for using Infinite Campus and Apptegy to stay connected

🕠 Doors open at 5:15 PM
🎥 Parent presentation begins at 5:30 PM
👩‍🏫 Meet teachers from 6:00–7:30 PM

Brookside: September 2
Washington & AOEC: September 3

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Waukegan, IL
60085

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