Taft High School

🏈🦅 The Girls Flag Football season may be a little shorter, but the future of the sport has never been brighter!

Girls Flag Football continues to grow rapidly across Illinois, creating more opportunities for student-athletes and expanding the game we all love. As proud CPL Champions, Taft Girls Flag Football has been at the forefront of this rapidly growing sport. We look forward to continuing to compete at the highest level while helping shape the future of girls flag football in Illinois.
Taft is also proud to be a leader in the flag football community, partnering with the Chicago Bears on events like these and helping promote the growth of the sport throughout our city and state including hosting our suburban schools.
We're excited for another great season of competition this fall!

NBC Chicago

https://youtu.be/AlLk2v00Z4g?si=8TAemLBEi3VwtN78

Northeastern Illinois University Exito is hosting a next steps event this summer June 16th & 17th.

🏀🦅 Taft Jr. Eagles Girls Basketball Camp is Back!
Calling all future Eagles! Join us this summer to develop your basketball skills, build confidence, and have fun with Taft coaches and players.
📅 July 13–16
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Taft Varsity Campus
💲 $75
Whether you're new to the game or looking to improve your skills, this camp is a great opportunity to learn, compete, and have fun!
Register today:
https://students.arbitersports.com/william-howard-taft-high-school

Principal’s Summer Bulletin!

📣Eagle Families,

Taft High School has a rich past, a thriving present, and a bright future. Thank you to everyone for an amazing year, and congratulations to our Class of 2026 graduates!

I wish everyone a safe summer and am looking forward to next school year! Our SY27 Student Orientation Dates are included in this bulletin!

Go Eagles!

Principal Glowacz (aka, Dr. Glow)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/12UqQ52E0QU924t4qr5i78VDM8ePAglM6r1_LD7pnDKg/edit?usp=drivesdk

Taft Girls Basketball Camps!

Registration is now officially open for the upcoming Taft Girls Basketball Summer Camps. Clean off your court shoes and get ready to work.

​​​​​​​Here are the details for this year's camps:
Camp Schedule & Details Camp Level Eligible Grades Dates Time
High School Camp Incoming 10th–12th Grades June 8th – June 18th 9:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Freshman Camp Incoming 9th Grade June 15th – June 18th11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
How to Register
Secure your spot on the court by registering at the link : https://students.arbitersports.com/william-howard-taft-high-school

Note: Please make sure to select the correct camp session based on the grade you or your child will be entering this fall. See you on the hardwood!

Contact Coach Lathon with any questions: [email protected]

Building & Main Office Hours for Summer!
Got business with us? Students may be on a break, but we’re still here to help!

The Main Office and buildings will be open for business Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 12pm according to the following schedule:

· Week of June 8 – June 12, Open

· Week of June 15 – June 19, Closed

· Weeks of June 22 – August 21, Open

Visitors should enter through the main entrance.

Please contact us at 773-534-1000 during the above hours with any questions.

Please Note: All CPS buildings will be closed on Juneteenth (Friday, 6/19) and on Friday, July 3rd in observance of the Independence Day Holiday.

Start the First Day of Summer Break at Joe Donut!

To celebrate the start of vacation and kick off your summer the sweetest way possible, we invite you to start your Friday morning at Joe Donut in Niles for our final Taste of Taft dine-out fundraiser of the year!

​​​​​​​School is officially out, and the first official day of summer break is finally here!

Whether you are sleeping in and heading out for a family brunch or swinging through early to grab a box of premium artisan donuts, fresh coffee, breakfast sandwiches, or lunch burgers, it's the perfect way to welcome summer.

When you place your order this Friday, June 5th, simply mention "TAFT" or show the event flyer, and 10% of your sale will be donated to Friends of Taft to help support our students and school programs.

Event Details:
Where: Joe Donut (Niles location), 6969 N. Milwaukee Ave, Niles, IL 60714
When: Friday, June 5th (The first day of summer break!)
Hours: 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Website: joedonut.com/locations/niles
Let’s gather our friends, neighbors, and family to support our community one last time before heading into the summer months.

If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Miner at [email protected]

Thank you for an incredible school year, and have a fantastic first day of summer!

⛳ Lock In Early Bird Pricing for the Friends of Taft Inaugural Golf Outing!

Taft families, alumni, staff, and community members don't miss your chance to save! Early Bird Pricing ends Friday, June 19 at 11:30 PM.
Join us on Monday, August 10 at Edgebrook Golf Course for a great day of golf, food, raffles, and community while supporting Taft students and programs.
Event Details
📅 Monday, August 10
⏰ 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Check-in at 8:30 AM)
📍 Edgebrook Golf Course, 6100 N. Central Ave.
Registration Includes
🏌️ 18 holes of golf & cart
🍔 Food & beverages
🎟️ Raffles and prizes
Register Today:
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/_u3SCk6WMwUryGj55F2fmcGNIR0?domain=friendsoftafths.betterworld.org
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact Rachel Miner at [email protected] or [email protected].
Register today and lock in the best rate before prices increase!
Friends of Taft High School

📸🎓 This might be our favorite graduation photo yet!
A huge thank you to Principal Dr. Glowacz for helping capture this incredible Class of 2026 selfie from the stage, showcasing over 900 Taft graduates and their families celebrating this unforgettable milestone.
Special shoutout to Riley Laurich and Aniyah Colon for the creative idea that made this memorable photo possible!

Congratulations to the Taft Class of 2026! 💙🤍🩶🎓🦅