The referendum would preserve the eight-period day, protect activities and clubs in the program, and support academic help and mental health support for students. Woestman also talked about the passing of a referendum to increase by 60 cents the district tax rate, making an average of a $50/month increase in Gurnee. This is much higher than many schools after the pandemic, and the school is working to continue to improve that number. They are also showing an attendance rate above 90%, with 92% in the last year. Woestman said WTHS has some great numbers to report, with a 93% graduation rate and 85% of graduates enrolling in college within 12 months of high school graduation. The trend would show an enrollment of 2,900 in the year 2028, after which it is expected to level off for some time. Although the population of Lake County remains fairly steady, the high school predicts continuing decreases in their enrollment, estimated from the numbers in their feeder elementary and middle schools. This is a common trend throughout the area and the state, as there were just some lower birth rates in those years. Woestman told the board the district has seen declining enrollment over the past several years, peaking at 4500 students a handful of years ago with a steady decline ever since. The board uploaded a livestream of its public meeting to the village’s YouTube channel. Woestman thanked the board for its warm welcome during his first year as superintendent and its continued support of the school. At its April 10 meeting, the Village of Gurnee Board welcomed Warren Township High School Superintendent Daniel Woestman, who was invited to give a general update.
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