PTHS D209 Launches New Mobile App

The latest news and information from PTHS D209 will soon be available on smartphones and mobile devices with a new Mobile App launching on Tuesday, February 4, 2020. The PTHS D209 Mobile App will launch on the same day as Bring Your Parent to School Day. PTHS D209 district staff will be at each school during Bring Your Parents to School Day ready to assist parents with downloading the new Mobile App or with any questions they may have about staying connected to PTHS D209.

D209 Says Goodbye to Financial Oversight Panel After 10 Years of Service

PTHS D209 announced during its December joint school board meeting that, after ten years, the Financial Oversight Panel will officially dissolve on December 31, 2019. The Financial Oversight Panel was appointed by the Illinois State Board of Education in 2008 to help the district achieve financial stability. Since then, the strong partnership between the Board of Education, Superintendent, and the Financial Oversight Panel has positioned PTHS D209 with a solid financial future. The financial structure put in place has given the district the capacity to further invest in instruction, infrastructure, and the capital needs of our schools.

Proviso West Announces 59th Annual Holiday Tournament Lineup

The 59th Annual Proviso West Holiday Tournament bracket is out; it’s a show you don’t want to miss! This year’s participating coaches met at Proviso West on December 14, 2019 for the big reveal where they showcased their teams and expressed their excitement for playing in the historical tournament. (see photos here) Sixteen talented teams will be fighting for the Championship win from December 26 through December 29. This event is one of the most respected, competitive and historic holiday tournaments in Illinois, and a source of community pride and honor. Dedicated fans have attended the event for over 30 years and continue to look forward to cheering on the Panthers and the Proviso East Pirates, during this holiday season.

PTHS D209 Outlines Facility Master Plan 2019-2022 Projects

The Proviso Township High Schools District 209 (PTHS D209) Facility Master Plan (FMP) was developed through a collaborative process that provides a long-term framework for the future development of our educational facilities and funding needs driven by equity, empowerment, and excellence.

2019 Illinois Report Card Shows Positive Trends at D209

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 (PTHS D209) is proud to announce that the District has made progress on a wide range of educational goals as reflected by the 2019 Illinois Report Card released on October 30, 2019.

PTHS D209 Selective Enrollment Application Now Open!

On September 10, 2019, the PTHS D209 Board of Education, approved the expansion of the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) within Proviso East and Proviso West High Schools, replicating the Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy (PMSA) model starting in the 2020 – 2021 school year. PMSA has made remarkable academic progress within the last few years earning several accolades which include a 2018 National Blue-Ribbon School of Excellence designation along with a distinction from Chicago Magazine as one of the best schools in suburban Cook County in the last three years.

D209 Students Start School Year With New Laptops / Los Estudiantes del D209 Comienzan el Año con Computadoras Portatiles Nuevas

The PTHS D209 Technology Department welcomed students to the 2019-2020 school year with an HP laptop for educational use at school and at home. Laptop distribution was a huge success thanks to the hard work of the Technology Department.

Proviso West Hosts Employability Skills Workshop

Proviso West Advanced Manufacturing Cohort started in August with participation in the first of a multi-part Employability Skills Workshop. This workshop guided students to explore their career aptitudes through YouScience, engage in teambuilding activities, develop the employability skills necessary for success in the workplace, and participate in several field experiences connected to the program.

Student Worker Summer Program Builds Employment Skills  | El Programa de Verano Estudiante-Trabajador Arma Habilidades de Empleabilidad

Over twenty PTHS D209 students participated in the re-established Student Worker Summer Program. The program allowed students to learn from and work with District staff.

PTHS D209 REAFFIRMS STATUS AS A WELCOMING AND SAFE DISTRICT FOR ALL STUDENTS AMID ICE DEPORTATION RAIDS