Dear Lyons Township High School Community,

On behalf of the District 204 Board of Education and LTHS staff, I would like to take a moment to express our appreciation and gratitude to our students, staff and families for an outstanding 2024-25 school year filled with many achievements and opportunities for growth. This year, we have accomplished so much together, from academic successes and inspiring performances to athletic triumphs and community-building events and activities. I encourage you to read our magazine, Inside Look, which highlights our mission to Excellence, Innovation, and Empowerment. This is a glimpse of what makes LT such a special place and emphasizes the success of our district throughout this past year. We’re proud to connect and share with our current, past and future families, students and community members.

LT just completed the 3rd year of our comprehensive 5-year strategic plan that was adopted in June, 2022. Our community’s efforts throughout the last three years have included significant progress in the areas of student achievement, learning environment, attracting a high quality and diverse staff, community partnerships, and effective allocation of resources. Throughout the spring semester, we took the time to meet with a variety of school and community-based groups to solicit additional feedback that we can use to evolve the goals, objectives, and strategies within our plan. These groups have included representation from our Board of Education, students, parents, staff alumni, and community members.

I continue to be excited about Groundwork for a Brighter Future, which will serve as a multi-year journey to modernize our two campuses and enhance the learning environment for all of our future Lions. In the Fall, we look forward to opening an amazing cafeteria/commons space and new music (band, choir, orchestra) facilities at South Campus. Overall, the first phase of this project is a 3-year, approximately $45 million project, which involves projects at both campuses, and will be completed in 2026.

The LT Community Advisory Council (LTCAC) met quarterly to learn about, discuss, and provide feedback on important school-related topics. The LTCAC serves as a critical communication link between community members and the school, and members include students, parents, community members, staff, and administrators. Topics covered this year included: Learning Environment and Supports (Strategic Plan Goal 2), Resource Effectiveness and Efficiencies (Strategic Plan Goal 5), LTHS Community Voice: Strategic Plan Reflection and Feedback Forum and Family and Community Partnerships (Strategic Plan Goal 4). View the webpage for meeting materials and recaps.

This year has been a celebration of growth, learning and collaboration. I am continually amazed by the dedication that our entire community brings to our district which has greatly contributed to making this a truly remarkable school year. LT’s students, families, faculty and staff have so much to be proud of.



When we return in August, our focus will remain steadfast on providing the best possible education and support to our students in the upcoming school year. With our teachers, staff and administrators continuing to work on implementing curriculum, creating engaging lessons and providing resources and services - we are providing our students with a high-quality education to be college and career ready. Our students work collaboratively and solve complex problems. They are the best and brightest citizens of tomorrow. Together, we are creating a better world by inspiring each student to reach their full potential.

Have a great summer!

Dr. Brian Waterman, Superintendent

Lyons Township High School District 204

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