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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Honors Principal Campos for Leadership and Excellence at Miguel Juarez Middle School
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Honors Principal Campos for Leadership and Excellence at Miguel Juarez Middle School
14 October 2025
Mr. Nelson Campos, Principal of Miguel Juarez Middle School, was recently honored by the Governor Pritzker of the State of Illinois for his outstanding service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to scholar success. The Governor issued an official proclamation recognizing Principal Campos as a distinguished leader in education whose efforts have significantly impacted his school and the wider community.
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Tiger Times Newsletter - October
Tiger Times Newsletter - October
05 October 2025
The Tiger Times: Scholar Edition is a monthly, student-driven publication that serves as an extension of our weekly Tiger Times. While the weekly edition provides timely updates and school news, this special edition offers a space for students to engage in deeper reflection, research, and creative expression. Each month, the Scholar Edition highlights themes of cultural, academic, or social significance. For this issue, we are honored to focus on Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
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Juarez’s Passionate Music Team
Juarez’s Passionate Music Team
28 September 2025
International Music Day is October 1st. On this special day dedicated to celebrating the universal language of music, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible music team. Their passion, talent, and unwavering dedication have made a tremendous impact on our scholars and our entire community.
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District News

Applications Now Open for Prospective Lyon Students
Applications Now Open for Prospective Lyon Students
12 February 2026
Lyon Magnet Elementary School is now accepting applications from parents seeking to enroll their children for the fall of 2026. The online application can be accessed here. The deadline to complete the application is April 24, 2026. Lyon currently has openings for students entering kindergarten, with limited openings for students entering grades 1-5. Students should already be registered with Waukegan Public Schools before completing an application for Lyon.
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Black Parent Network Meeting - February 17
Black Parent Network Meeting - February 17
11 February 2026
Our February Black Parent Network meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 17, beginning at 6 p.m. This meeting will be hybrid, so families can participate in person in the Waukegan High School-Brookside Campus Library or virtually via Zoom. This month’s meeting will include updates from the African American Male Achievement Initiative (AAMI), a discussion on the creation of the BPN Scholarship, and the selection of the first topic for the BPN Leadership Parent University.
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Join Superintendent Plascencia for Upcoming Family Listening Sessions
Join Superintendent Plascencia for Upcoming Family Listening Sessions
11 February 2026
Over the past several weeks, I have had the opportunity to meet with staff and students across our district as part of our Winter Listening Tour. I am now excited to invite families to join me as we continue this important work together. ​ These listening sessions are designed to provide an opportunity to share what is working well in our schools, where we can continue to grow, and how we can strengthen the climate and safety of our learning environments. Your voice matters, and I look forward to learning from your experiences and perspectives.
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