Celebrating FFA Week at Crete-Monee High School
Crete-Monee High School celebrated the 2026 FFA Week, February 21–28, with a series of activities that highlighted agricultural education and student leadership. Throughout the week, students and staff participated in a Spirit Week themed to encourage creativity, school pride, and recognition of FFA’s role in preparing students for future careers. FFA members also helped raise […]
Bloom Trail High School Hosts Middle School Exploration Day
Bloom Trail High School hosted its first Middle School Exploration Day, welcoming eighth-grade students for an introduction to high school life and opportunities. The event brought students into the senior commons, where they met high school ambassadors, explored programs, and learned about the academic and extracurricular experiences available at Bloom Trail. Student leaders shared information […]
Bloom Trail High School’s Hosts “Activate Your Opportunities with the ACT
Bloom Trail High School’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) department hosted “Activate Your Opportunities with the ACT,” a student-focused panel highlighting how academic preparation can expand future opportunities. Students gathered to hear from professionals across business, education, and creative industries who shared how preparation and planning helped shape their career paths. During the discussion, panelists […]
Supporting Career Development in the Aurora Region
At its February 2026 meeting, the Aurora Education Commission (AEC) workgroup on college and career readiness affirmed the following goals drafted in December: These goals build on existing efforts to prepare students for college and careers. AEC schools recently participated in the following regional work-based learning organized and supported by VALEES and Waubonsee Community College. […]
Policy Commitee Meeting: May 18, 2026
Join the Success Network’s Policy Committee for its virtual quarterly meeting on May 18, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. We will review state and federal policy updates and share lessons on policy implementation from Leadership Communities.
Regional Meeting for Success Network Leadership Communities
Members from our central and southern Illinois Leadership Communities, please join us for a virtual regional meeting to continue building a shared sense of purpose and goals.
Vienna Students Receive Golden Apple Scholarships
Two Vienna High School students, Gracyn Horn and Kylie Vaughn, have been named recipients of the prestigious Golden Apple Scholarship. Gracyn is a current member of the Success Network’s Student Advisory Council. The award, which provides financial support, mentorship, and hands-on experience, recognizes future educators committed to teaching excellence and service. With the addition of […]
Future Ready: Building Postsecondary and Career Awareness in Middle School
Discover how districts can bring the Illinois Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE) framework to life starting in middle school at this free webinar.
Fostering Unity for Rural Education
Join us for a free, virtual discussion on how rural schools, colleges, industry, and community organizations can work together to support student achievement and community resilience.
Student Advisory Council: Winter 2026 Meeting
The Student Advisory Council convened to discuss FAFSA, One Click College Admit, and work-based learning.