Kennedy Junior High School has been announced as one of the inaugural recipients of the Illinois Governor’s Blue Ribbon Schools designation.

On Oct. 10, Gov. JB Pritzker joined school officials and students at Glen Oaks Elementary School in Hickory Hills to officially launch the program and celebrate honorees.

Kennedy among 28 schools honored

Kennedy Junior High is one of 28 schools nationwide to receive the honor, which recognizes the state’s outstanding institutions.

“ Earning the Governor’s Blue Ribbon designation is a powerful affirmation that our mission to foster self-directed learners and complex thinkers is succeeding. This award belongs to every teacher, staff member, student, and family who has dedicated themselves to a culture of excellence,’ said Patrick Gaskin, principal

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