Joliet Public Schools District 86

As we enter the final stages of the 2026–2027 school year, I would like to take a moment to thank everyone for a terrific year. We began this month by recognizing our 1,508 employe...

I hope everyone had a relaxing and safe Spring Break! It was nice to enjoy some of the spring weather and take time off to prepare for the final stretch of the school year. April ...

I cannot believe we have already begun the third trimester of the 2025-2026 school year! March is always a busy month for our students and staff. Students in grades 3-8 will be tak...

Happy New Year! I hope you had a safe, restful, and enjoyable Winter Break. I truly appreciated the opportunity to spend time with family, recharge, and prepare for the remainder o...

Holiday Season I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. It was nice to decompress and have a few days off. The snow was certainly a surprise; it i...

November is a month traditionally reserved for giving thanks. I want to express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve Joliet Public Schools District 86 and the Joliet community...

October marks National Bullying Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and promoting kindness, inclusion, and respect throughout our schools and community. Joliet ...

Welcome Back to School Welcome to the new school year! The year is off to a good start. Thank you to everyone who attended our Open Houses and Back to School events. Septembe...

Finalizing Details for the 2025-2026 School Year It’s Back to School Time! We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Wednesday, August 20 th . If you haven’t r...

Finalizing Details for the 2025-2026 School Year The summer has been a busy one. Schools are bustling with activity as summer school and essential cleaning are in full swing. Th...

Happy Last Week of School! Thank you for helping to make this school year so successful. Please join me in congratulating our Class of 2025 Eighth Grade Graduates! Best wishes to t...

Student and staff safety remain our number one priority in our school district. Our mission statement “ Joliet Public Schools District 86 provides a high-quality, inclusive, a...