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When it comes to high school science projects, few reach the heights achieved by a group of students at the School of Environmental Studies (SES), a District 196 magnet school for high school juniors and seniors.
Competing in NASA’s prestigious TechRise Student Challenge, these ambitious students spent months designing, coding, and building a custom experiment that will be sent soaring into microgravity.
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District 196 is thrilled to announce the selection of Matt Percival to provide leadership for athletics and activities across all middle and high schools.
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about K-8 Schools Prohibit Electric-assisted Bicycles and E-Scooters
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about ✏️ Back to School is Just Around the Corner! Help District 196 Students Succeed 🎒
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District 196 proposes transportation changes for 2026–27 to improve reliability, including opt-in busing, route adjustments, and policy updates.