Sept 26-30 Homecoming Week
Oct 10 No School
Oct 17 No School
Oct 18 Parent/Teacher Conferences
Oct 22 Make a Difference Day
Nov 23-25 No School
Dec 21 Last day of Semester
Dec 22 Jan 8 Winter Break
Sept 29 - Pep Rally West Leyden Field House 6PM
Sept 30 - Football Games on Triton's Campus 7PM
Oct 1 - Homecoming 2022 East Leyden Commons 7- 10PM
- $15 per person, guest forms required
- Tickets on sale during the lunch periods (9/26-9/30)
- Formal dress encouraged
On October 17, Leyden will host a community clinic offering vaccines for COVID-19 (boosters), Pneumonia, Tdap, Flu and Shingles. The clinic will be open 2 - 6 p.m. at West Leyden located at 1000 Wolf Road in Northlake and is open to all residents regardless of insurance or immigration status. Reservations are encouraged and available online. Link: Schedule Appointment
Starting October 14, something odd will be happening on the West Leyden stage! The Odd Couple, both the female and male versions, runs October 14-15 and 21-22, in the West Leyden auditorium. Neil Simon’s hilarious play features two mismatched roommates and all of the funnies that go along with it! Tickets cost $5 and are available online through the Leyden website link.
Cast includes: (Male Version) Daniela Castro, Armani Gennell, Korneliusz Kopera, Sonya Morales, Jairo Reina Perez, Oliver Prus, Dylan Ramirez and Alexander Suryovch; (Female Version) Mari Alvarez, Kathy De Jesus, Luna Diaz, Seth Figueroa, Mia Herrera, Kaya Kozlowski, Des Morad and Roy Torres.
This semester, Orchesis is exploring and learning various styles including Modern, African, Charleston, Bachata, Salsa, Swing, Contemporary, Ballet, and Jazz. Auditions will be held in December for the spring showcase in March where students are able to perform their own choreographies. No experience required, students from both campuses are welcome to join. Email Ms. Longstreth for more information: llongstreth@student.leyden212.org
Fall Meeting Information:
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:30 - 4:50pm
Sept - West Dance Studio
Oct - East Dance Studio
Nov - West Dance Studio
Dec - East Dance Studio
The Leyden Girls Tennis team will be hosting a 'Sweetest Dance' on Saturday, October 22, for girls ages 3-12. The theme will be a 'Hawaiian Luau' and a Hawaiian-inspired outfit is the recommended attire. The dance will be held in the East student cafeteria from 6-7:45 p.m. and features a DJ, professional photographer (additional cost), limbo, hula hoops, and treats. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The purpose of this event is to create a special night for girls and their dads, uncles, grandfathers, or other special adults in their lives. In addition, this is a fundraiser for the tennis team. Tickets cost $20 per couple, and $10 for additional children attending with another child/adult couple. Snacks and drinks are included. To purchase tickets, please contact sponsor Joe Hamilton directly by email: JHamilton@leyden212.org
Our next One Amazing Story focuses on Sergio Farfan, a West Leyden alumnus who is now a heavily sought-after fine artist. He has collaborated with major galleries and corporations including Delta Airlines, Hudson Jeans, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Fire, and as of recently, his work is all over the United Center as he worked with the Chicago Bulls to create their limited edition play-off gear.
Sergio credits his experiences at Leyden with providing the right tools and exposure to learn that art can help him manage his anxiety. He found a way to express his emotions in a healthy way through fine art, which will be the focus of his next endeavor, a gallery exhibit in Florida.
Link: Watch video
Two student golf athletes win State Special Olympics
Uriel Olmas and Amelia Wegrzynowska earned a first place finish in the State Special Olympics golf competition this past weekend in Decatur, Illinois. Juan Enrique also earned himself a medal, placing third in the competition. Ramon Gonzalez and Jannette Garcia also competed in the State finals. Congratulations to our golfers!
The teams are coached by Tori Heinrich and Kevin Mitchell.
Cross Country strides into 4th place
Girls Cross earned 4th place out of 30 teams in the DePaul Prep invitational.
Videos and newsletter receive state honors
Leyden has recently been honored by the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA) for Wave, the Documentary, the District video, and the community newsletter.
Links to these award-winning media:
Wave (Video)
District (Video)
Community Newsletter (PDF)
West Suburban Options Fair for students with disabilities
Students with disabilities and their parents are invited to attend an Options Fair from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 17, 2022. The OPTIONS FAIR was established to offer students with special needs an opportunity to meet with colleges and universities, trades/certification programs, as well as agencies that can provide services after high school. This program is free to the public.
More than 60 exhibitors will be in attendance. The fair is divided into four clusters:
College degree programs, with information regarding admissions and accommodations.
College experience programs, for those interested in continuing their education formally after high school with a focus on developing vocational, social, independent living and academic skills for employment and beyond.
Trades/certification programs, with information regarding admissions and training opportunities in trades such as automotive, skilled manufacturing, HVAC, welding and computer technology.
Adult agencies/services that will provide insight about accessing state funding and services, obtaining government benefits, guardianship, long-term financial planning, day programs and more.
For more information, check out the Options Fair website at https://optionsfair.org, and follow us on social media on Twitter @wsoptionsfair and like our Facebook page at West Suburban Options Fair.
Trek to the REC 5K: Oct 1
Leyden Township, Leyden District 212 and Mannheim District 83 are hosting the Trek to the R.E.C. 5K which will be held on Saturday, October 1, at 8:00 a.m. The route begins at Westdale School and is designed to showcase some of the schools, parks, and facilities that Leyden has to offer.
The goal of the event is to promote Recreation, Education, the Community, and the Parent-Teacher Associations of our Schools. In addition, the funds raised will assist less fortunate families. Registration is $10 per runner for adults and $5 for children under 18, with proceeds benefiting the Leyden Needy Fund & District 83’s PTA’s.
Link: Register online
