2014 - Tom '86 and Dita, '86 (Jusufi) Merkel College football didnt seem to be quite up to the standards for Mendenhall, as he was even invited to play in the 2005 U.S. Army All-American Bowl, just a couple months after graduating from high school. Last Name: Nancy Adamski 1961-1965. Niles West High School Skokie,IL High School Name Niles West High School location Skokie,IL team type High School region Illinois Nickname Wolves color1 Red quality score 54 Alumni Listed 21 Subscribe to TBC PREMIUM . The companys successful trajectory was especially significant in 2021 Michelle doubled the client roster and size of her team (now made up of 12 PR pros). Niles North and Niles West High Schools are public, four-year comprehensive high schools with a combined enrollment of more than 4,600 students. Michelle is also an ovarian cancer survivor. Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients Niles West Staff Directory District 219 > Niles West > Niles West Staff Directory E-MAIL ADDRESS: In District 219, e-mail addresses for staff members consist of the first three letters of the first name, followed by the first three letters of the last name followed by our organization name: d219.org Example: "Mary Smith" would be marsmi@d219.org Niles West Distinguished Alumnus Award 2020-2021 Nomination Niles West High School is seeking nominations for the Distinguished Alumnus Award. Excellence in Education award. She worked her way through college and was proud to be the first in her family to obtain a degree. Since then, Mendenhall has since retired from his football career and has actually pursued writing. Niles West High School opened in fall of 1958, and has a student population of over 2,500 per year. [4][5] District 219 has an approximately 30% Assyrian population, as per community organization D219 Suraye.[6]. His Senior year, he once again lived up to the expectations and continued the trend of greatness, averaging 9.1 yards per carry and rushing for 1,453 yards on 160 attempts and 14 touchdowns. Candidate must have attended a District 219 School for at least 3 years and must have graduated from Niles West. Following law school, Garland was successful in many aspects of his career. Niles West Dean Tim Dykes getting his head shaved as a fundraiser for St. Baldrick's Foundation. At West, Garland was the president of student council, an excellent debate team member, and was also involved in theater. During that time numerous students staged a walkout and pledged their allegiance to Niles West. The Niles West Counseling Department has received the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation, by implementing comprehensive, data-driven programs aligned with the criteria in the ASCA National Model to achieve improved student outcomes. Conner left his legacy that summer with his infamous Conner Spin, which gymnasts still mimic to this day. About the Niles West High School Alumni Directory. From then on, Kontos seems to jumps teams even more than he had before. Fun Facts Its mascot is the Viking. Beneficiaries include Curts Cafe, A Better Life for Kids, Hope Jr., Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, Daniel M. Horyn Foundation, and the Education Foundation. Niles West graduate Michelle Mekky is a veteran broadcast journalist, public relations executive, Chicago-area business leader, Forbes writer and sought-after speaker. Niles West Spectrum High School Yearbooks, 1962-1989. But I have found solace through comedy, which I now use as a conduit to share my life, and the lessons I have learned dating and beyond., Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients 2010 to Present 2020 Megan Goldish, 89 2019 Brett Kopf, 05 2018 Marcy Lerner Steindler, 77 2017 Elynne Chaplik-Aleskow, 63 2016 Judge Merrick Garland 70 2016 Dr. Robert A. Ganz, 72 2015 Rich Beckman, 72 2014 Tom 86 and Dita, 86 (Jusufi) Merkel 2013 Howard Sandroff, 67 2012 Dennis Hu, 07 2011 Judy Hsu, 88 2010 Dr. Steven Dayan, 85, Niles Township High Schools District 219 Sites, life, and the lessons I have learned dat, 2014 Tom 86 and Dita, 86 (Jusufi) Merkel, CSSI Committee (Curriculum Development for School Improvement), PDSI Committee (Professional Development for School Improvement), TCSI Committee (Technology Committee for School Improvement), GCSI Committee (Green Council for School Improvement), Engineering, Computer Science & Business Education, GCSI (Green Council for School Improvement), Funny and Fearless: Amin Lakhani (Episode 1). The district serves Lincolnwood and parts of Morton Grove, Niles, and Skokie in Niles Township, which is located in Northern Cook County, Illinois . Amin would like a chance to tell his story to people and how he has overcome adversity, as well as learning to deal with obstacles in his life. Extracurricular programs help students expand their academic and social skills, meet new friends, and engage in positive experiences. It is part of Niles Township Community High School District 219, which also includes Niles North High School. Our list of Wolves reunions will give you all the details you need to know about your Niles West High School reunion! Thank you! Dave Harms. Junior National Championships, and at 17, he won the U.S. [11], Niles West sponsors interscholastic athletic teams for men and women in basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, gymnastics, soccer, water polo, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, and volleyball. In light of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburgs death, and all the talk surrounding Niles West alum Merrick Garland, lets take a minute to look back on some of Niles Wests most famous alumni; some famous for good reasons and others fornot so good reasons. 2011 - Judy Hsu, '88 Niles West Orchesis 2023 1:03:44 Niles West Spring Showcase of Bands 2023 Featuring Special Guests from Edison School & Lincoln Junior High 1:00:18 Niles West Spring 2023 Choir Concert 1:08:01 Niles West Festival of Orchestras 2023 March 14 2023 at Niles West High School 53:52 View more d219tv.org videos Niles West Distinguished Alumnus Award 2022-2023 Nomination. 2015 - Rich Beckman, '72 District 219 has been involved since the beginning and prides itself on facilitating this program within the community. Mr. Sweeney assigned a project of creating a video featuring book characters, which sparked her interest in TV journalism. Notre Dame High School has established a long-standing tradition of academic and athletic excellence during its 64 year history. The names listed below are alumni who have been searched for on this site from Niles West High Schoolin Skokie, Illinois. It's a reunion year for Class of '73, Class of '83, Class of '93, Class of '03, and Class of '13. The Relay for Life team has raised more than $1 million in the fight against cancer. This page is not available in other languages. D219 was named to College Boards annual AP Honor Roll for increasing access to AP exams and improving student performance. [18] After five days, teachers accepted a contract with an 8% pay increase in the first year, and a gradually increasing pay increase throughout the life of the three-year contract. We are having a fun outdoor rooftop party for the Indians and the Vikings! Mannan Abbasi 2006-2010. It is supported by institutions throughout Niles Township. in Chicago that are gone.Click all tabs at the top and scroll down. He ranked number 2 in his graduating class of 700. Kontos was then drafted to the Cleveland Indians in 2018 but ended up being traded back to the Yankees that same year. The next year, Singer transferred to Our Lady of the Lake on a basketball scholarship, before transferring yet again, this time to Trinity College. She started the company at her dining room table on her own, with little money and only one client. Men may also compete in baseball and football. If you know of alumni who have served in any branch of the military, active or reserves, please complete the Wall of Honor form. Past cultures explored are: Asian-Indian, Filipino, Greek, Assyrian, Korean, Chinese, Latino/Hispanic, Voices of Race and Muslim American. It is the purpose of the Alumni Hall of Fame to recognize such individuals who have through their performance . Singer graduated from West in 1978, with the senior quote, I would most like to be remembered for the outstanding personality I have been given, and being able to get along with others. Newsflash: he was not remembered for getting along well with others. Sarita Akwa-philbin 2016-2020. Ms. Smith said, When I met Amin, he was confined to a wheelchair and had no fine motor skills. At West, Loyd was a four-year varsity athlete and a four-year starter. The sports teams were renamed the Wolves at the end of the 19992000 school year. In, We are excited to continue our Family Engagement Series tonight with Dr. Harris from 6:30pm-7:30 pm. Niles West High School. Papadopolous is largely known for his involvement in the Israel oil crisis, but recently, he has become notorious for his involvement with President Donald Trump. The district serves Lincolnwood and parts of Morton Grove, Niles, and Skokie in Niles Township, which is located in Northern Cook County, Illinois. Michelle and her company have been widely recognized. In the 2019 US News and World Report Best High Schools in the Nation ranking, Niles North was 49th in the state and Niles West was 50th in the state. BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS. Lets switch it up a bit from all the politics and the drama. [13], In May 1970, the teachers again authorized a strike over salary. For more information on the scandal, check out this article written back in 2019 when Singer was first exposed. [27] The situation worsened when it was learned that the federal mediator had taken a week off to attend a conference at a resort. In 2007, Niles West had an average composite ACT score of 22.3, and graduated 93.2% of its senior class. He was nominated by his former teacher Celeste Smith. It validates the important work the district is doing to make our schools more equitable by advancing all of our students into more rigorous courses and by working to eliminate disproportionate enrollment in our classes by race. As a Sophomore, he recorded 1,300 yards and 21 touchdowns. In I. Anthony Serafini, science teacher, is the 2021 David Zemsky Teacher of the Year. Three D219 students were selected to attend the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Click on the Yearbooks below to view a copy Online at Classmates.com. Niles West Varsity Gymnastics Team, Coach Adrian Batista, Coach Keith Mukai, Coach Ray Payne, and Coach Dalai Jamiyankhuu won the 2021 Sectionals at Hinsdale Central. A Niles West student received a special award from the University of Arizona, including a $12,000 scholarship. The Niles West Podcast w/ Bryanna and Fiona ORCHESIS TAKEOVER!!!! Trust us you dont want to miss your next reunion! Notable alumni: Martin Chalfie, (E'65), Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2008 . Cl Als 2000-2004. He now works as a writer and editor for the 2019 HBO sports comedy Baller. After graduation, he was hired by Microsoft and worked in Seattle. 2020 - Megan Goldish, '89 Infamous bank robber, aka, The Bearded Banditportrayed in the movie, Normal Life, and other shows. The recipient of this award will be asked to attend our annual Senior Accolades program to accept their award and give a brief speech about their experiences in high school and post high school. , a project that started in 2010 to spotlight the cultural diversity of our community. The district is roughly bordered by Central Street on the north, McCormick Boulevard on the east, Devon Avenue on the south, and Harlem Avenue on the west.[7]. Skokie, IL 60077 847-626-3957 [15] The strike threat continued into the 197172 school year. Over the last five years, D219 Dance Marathon has raised almost $500,000 for charity. Alumni Registration Form. The Sports Talk Podcast Ep 16, Featuring Nathan Magsino and Krishna Patel, The Niles West Podcast Ep 17, Featuring Mrs. Baron, The Niles West Sports Talk Podcast Ep 15, Featuring Jack Mate, The Niles West Podcast w/ Bryanna and Fiona Ep 16, Featuring Derek Kyan. Along with his gold medals, Conner took home the title of USOC Olympic Hall of Fame athlete in 1991, USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame athlete in 1996, Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 1997, and the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame athlete in 1997. This included faking ACT and SAT scores, lying about the childrens athletic careers, and bribing college admissions counselors. Niles North business students qualified seven students for International Competition. Gary Filipic, age 64, of Kenosha, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 2, 2022. We realize that a Niles West High School year book may be hard to find so registering to complete your school's Virtual Yearbook 847-626-3957, Letter from The Education Foundation Chair, 2014 - Tom '86 and Dita, '86 (Jusufi) Merkel. The Illinois Labor Relations Board publicly condemned both sides for failing to work in earnest to end the strike. He stated that while going to Niles West he felt vastly different due to his disability, but also felt accepted by the student population. issue of the Top Public High Schools in Cook County in 2018. [19], In September 1976, the teachers union again authorized a strike, this time at the cost of seven days of school. Kamran Abbasi 1999-2003. Niles East High School makes a Comeback (Skokie Patch article) Wikipedia history of Niles East H.S., Notable alumni, words to the school song, etc. In 2021 alone, awards included Gold/Silver Stevie Awards, Ragans Workplace Wellness Award, Expertise PRs Best PR Firms in Chicago listing, and the Ragan and PR Daily Communicator of the Year Award. Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, "Search for Public School Districts District Detail for NilesTwp HSD 219", Niles Township HS District 219 Administration, "The Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts Education Network and National School Boards Association Announce Recipient of the 2007 Award", "D219 Board of Education Approves Assyrian Language Course", "API Welcomes the Addition of Assyrian Language Courses to Illinois State Course Catalog", "Assyrian language course passes crucial hurdle in Chicago-area school district", "District 219 Boundary Map and Locations; accessed 16 April 2009", "District 219 School Board; accessed 12 April 2009", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Niles_Township_High_School_District_219&oldid=1149498635, This page was last edited on 12 April 2023, at 16:31. In 1976, Conner went on to be the youngest member of the Summer Olympic gymnastics team. A Niles North artist won a National Gold Medal in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition and was honored at Carnegie Hall. Interesting links Fun places, stores, restaurants, etc. Merrick Garland was a student at Niles West from 1967-1970, and graduated with the best GPA in his class, making him valedictorian for the class of 1970. He now faces up to 65 years in prison. After a 20-year career as a TV news producer/writer and PR executive, she founded her own PR agency, Mekky Media Relations, in 2016. He is now the author of Deep State Target: How I Got Caught in the Crosshairs of the Plot to Bring Down President Trump. Niles Township High School District 219 was recognized as the number one arts education program in the nation in 2007 by the Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts Education and the National School Boards Association. Wikipedia history of Niles West H.S., Notable alumni, etc. Niles West alumni described him as charming and friendly and he wrote in his yearbook he "would most like to be remembered for the outstanding personality I have been given ." He would go on. Niles West High School | 1,259 followers on LinkedIn. In 1991 Niles West received the U.S. At West, Garland was the president of student council, an excellent debate team member, and was also involved in theater. Michele Lustig Hechtman, For details e-mail nileswest1975@gmail.com, October 4 - Friday night - The Ram & Brewery in Wheeling 6 p.m. - No charge. In 2020, the Illinois Art Education association awarded the Niles West Fine Arts Department with three prestigious Awards (Hat Trick! Nominations shall include supporting documentation about the nominee such as achievements in their field, significant contributions to their community and their association with Niles West. Front row: Barb Atsaves Pabst (80) basketball; Rashard Mendenhall (05) football/track; Judi Sloan, Head Coach Varsity Girls Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis; Ron Campbell, Head Coach, Boys Track and Cross Country; Bill Richardson, Head Coach, Varsity Football. Home > Arturo Alameda 1987-1991. The Student News Site of Niles West High School, Your email address will not be published. Rick Singer was the ringmaster between the infamous college scandals in 2014, where several celebrities were caught paying Singer to help their children get into elite colleges. Search our Wolves reunion page to see if your class has posted any information. Required fields are marked *, Dave Mar 1, 2023 at 4:42 PM. Niles West Alumni. After graduating from West, he attended Depaul University, where he studied political science and graduated with a bachelors degree in the subject. Instead, the Senate demanded the next president pick who would fill the vacancy, arguing that it was too close to the election for Obama to choose (this was in March). In 2019, Kontos signed with his hometowns team, the Chicago Cubs, but was released that same year and ended up signing a contract with Long Island Ducks. In 2012, Kontos moved forward with his baseball career, playing for the San Francisco Giants until 2017. [12], The baseball team has won two IHSA state championships (197172 and 197475). The Niles West Athletic Hall of Fame inducted the following alums during Homecoming 2015. The first strike authorization by teachers came in October 1966, when teachers represented by the American Federation of Teachers voted to authorize a strike in order to secure collective bargaining rights. [29] Parental involvement eventually helped end the strike on November 4 after 14 days. Niles West Alumni Niles West High School opened in fall of 1958, and has a student population of over 2,500 per year. Niles West High School is ranked 65th within Illinois. Jewell Loyd graduated from Niles West in 2012, making her one of the more recent celebrity alumni. Mendenhall went on to be drafted to the Pittsburgh Stealers in 2008 and played for them until the Arizona Cardinals offered him a one year contract worth 2.5 million dollars. At the age of 14, Connor had already won the 1972 U.S. Thank you to all the residents for submitting their applications and resumes. Check out this awesome feature on Melissa Isaacson, which was written last year. Michelle won the English Department Award her senior year. The school opened in the fall of 1958. District 219 works closely with other government agencies, social services agencies, businesses and other partners in the Township.
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