Register for our upcoming virtual Parent University on Wednesday, October 15th from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

about 6 hours ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
P:arent University Flyer October 15, 2025

Thank you to everyone who attended Taft's 95th Anniversary Celebration! It was great to see so many current and former students, staff, and principals.

4 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Picture of school board, superintendent, and current and former Taft administrators at 95th Anniversary Event.

Forest Park hosts Grandparents Day!

5 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Grandparents visit Forest Park School.

Taft Elementary School celebrates 95th Anniversary on Wednesday, September 24th from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

6 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
picture of the exterior of Taft Elementary School.

Today we celebrate Educational Technology Day and thank all our technology employees for their hard work.

6 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Educational Technology Day flyer
Crews are working on a courtyard that will be in the new Hufford Junior High.
12 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
photo of a courtyard under construction at the new Hufford Junior High School.

School Board approves new three-year contract with Teachers Union.

17 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
School Board President and Vice President with Officers from Teachers Union

Congratulations to our Gompers Student Athletes of the Month!

17 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Gompers Student Athlete of the Month
Gompers Student Athlete of the Month

Congratulations to our employees who were recognized with Service Awards.

18 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Employees recognized for 30 years of service

Thrilled to offer our students Domino's Smart Slice Pizza at lunch.

20 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Picture of a slice of pizza

Now Hiring! https://joliet86.schoolspring.com/

21 days ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
We're Hiring Flyer
All full-time District 86 students are eligible to receive one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day.
about 1 month ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Picture of a school lunch

Welcome Back Students!

about 1 month ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
student picture on the first day of school
Board of School Inspectors approve new three-year contract with Building Support Services Union.
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
School board president and BSS union officers sign new three year contract
Congratulations to the students who received a Superintendent's Award during the third trimester.
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Student photo collage of Superintendent Award Winners
Congratulations to all our students who received a Superintendent's Award for the Third Trimester.
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Eisenhower Student Winner
Congratulations to all our Joliet Chamber of Commerce Student Scholarship Winners!
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Jefferson Joliet Chamber Scholarship student winner with principal
We have staff available to help you register your children for the upcoming school year.
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Flyer listing dates, times and location of schools with staff available for student registration
Due to the dangerous weather forecast of high heat and humidity, summer school is canceled on Monday, June 23, 2025. Debido al pronóstico del tiempo peligroso de alta temperatura y humedad, las clases de verano se cancelan el lunes 23 de junio de 2025.
3 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
Joliet District 86 logo
Have a relaxing and safe Summer!
4 months ago, Joliet Public Schools District 86
picture of a smiling sun