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Niles West News
The Student News Site of Niles West High School

Niles West News
NEWS
Board President Amber Wood provides a statement on the alleged conduct of teacher Thomas Neal.
D219 Language Teacher Fired After Being Charged With Transporting Child Pornography
By Morgan Warner-Mackey and Hannah Kucharik • Jul 5, 2026

District 219 world language teacher Thomas Neal was fired at a special board meeting on June 29 following...

A photo of Haskins and Moore from the D129 website.
Roszena Haskins will Replace Tom Moore as D219 Superintendent
By Ellie Remiker and Lily Kucharik • May 19, 2026

Announced at the May 5 District 219 School Board meeting, Tom Moore will be resigning as superintendent...

A "Safe Space" sticker appears on a door inside the student services office.
D219 School Board Updates Policy After Students Demand LGBTQ+ Protection
By Cora Gayford and Lily Kucharik • May 18, 2026

The District 219 School Board updated its Title IX and Equal Education and Extracurricular policies to...

The Skokie Youth Commission is looking for area teens who want to be involved in decision-making in the community.
Announcement: Application Deadline for the Skokie Youth Commission Extended
By Afeefa Rahman, Staff Writer • May 15, 2026

The village of Skokie has launched its all-new Youth Commission to give local students a greater voice...

Cover of the 2026 Niles West AANHPI calendar.
West Celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
By Afeefa Rahman, Staff Writer • May 15, 2026

AANHPI Heritage Month, also known as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month,...

Chicago Police Officer John Bartholomew's senior portrait appears in the 2006 Spectrum yearbook. Bartholomew passed away in the line of duty on April 25, 2026.
2006 Alumni Officer John Bartholomew Passes Away in Line of Duty
By Cora Gayford, Co-Editor-in-Chief • May 14, 2026

Chicago police officer and 2006 Niles West alumnus John Bartholomew passed away in the line of duty on...

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One Voice, directed by Justin De La Cruz, performs the National Anthem to begin the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026 on May 20.

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SPORTS
Girls varsity soccer pose after winning their game against Maine East. Image via nileswestathletics on Instagram
The girls varsity softball team lines up for the national anthem before their game on May 1.
The girls water polo prepare to enter the water at their home tournament held on April 25.
Vivienne Howard-Check, freshman, dribbles the ball away from Vernon Hills players. The team faced Vernon Hills on April 21., marking the start of conference games.
Ayden Lear, senior, passes the ball through their opponents attempted block.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Talia Spector, senior, opens the show by introducing the models to the crowd.
The Pasta and Pop fundraiser was held by the Fine Arts department and included performances from band, orchestra, and choir. Image via Justin Johnson.
From left, Jeffery Le, Ellie Kim, Talia Spector and Christine Vuong, seniors, take photos at Dunne Park. Prom was held at the Loews Chicago Hotel on May 16.
This metallic black BMW 540i has the M-Sport package as well as an upgraded duckbill spoiler.
Jazz band's performance at the Illinois State jazz festival on April 11. Image via Justin Johnson.
ACADEMICS
One Voice, directed by Justin De La Cruz, performs the National Anthem to begin the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026 on May 20.
Jamie Hoffman received the Outstanding Theater Student award and the Robert L. Johnson Award.
St. Olaf College via Colleges That Change Lives.
Jarrett Dapier talks about his new book "Wake Now in the Fire" in the library.
Cover of the 2026 Niles West AANHPI calendar.
FEATURES
Wilson poses for his tennis picture. He has coached tennis for 30 years.
Retiring English and reading teacher Denise Whitefield explains the class agenda to her students.
Daniel Vanderjeugt and Anthony Konsewicz in their matching sweaters.
Carolyn Sanchez teaches her 3rd period Spanish 2 Honors class.
Shaun Waldron teaching Modern World History.
OPINION: WEST WORD
Co-Editor-in-Chief Cora Gayford
Reflections of a Graduating Senior
Alexandra Mocarska: Goodbye Niles West
Sarina Nur
Opinion: The District Should Switch to a Religiously Conscious Calendar