Education & Schools

June 9, 2026

Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Awards More Than $17,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce (SVACC) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program, awarding more than $17,000 in scholarships to local students pursuing higher education, technical training, and career development opportunities.

June 2, 2026

Seedling Explorers Launches at Sterling Township Community Garden for the Second Year

Illinois Extension kicked off its Seedling Explorers program at the Sterling Township Community Garden, welcoming seven youth and their parents for the first session.

May 28, 2026

Elevate Youth Center Announces Summer Elevate Program for Middle School Students

Elevate Youth Center is inviting local students entering grades 6th through 8th to participate in its Summer Elevate Program, a flexible, hands-on summer experience designed to encourage creativity, exploration, and learning throughout June and July.

May 21, 2026

Sauk Valley Community College Honors Joyce Schamberger as Distinguished Alumni Recipient

Sauk Valley Community College proudly recognizes Joyce Schamberger as a Distinguished Alumni recipient in honor of her outstanding career in education, leadership, and service to the Sauk Valley community.

May 18, 2026

25 Years of Fighting Summer Hunger: Let’s Feed Our Children Returns May 27

This summer, United Way of Whiteside County (UWWC) will celebrate 25 years of making sure no child in Whiteside County goes hungry when school is out.

May 10, 2026

Homegrown Healthy: A Horticultural Journey from Garden to Table

As the warmth of summer approaches, Sauk Valley Community College and the University of Illinois Extension are proud to announce a unique educational initiative designed to cultivate healthier lifestyles through the Homegrown Healthy program series.

May 7, 2026

Rep. Fritts Seeks Nominations for 2026 Educator of the Year Award

State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) is seeking nominations for his 2026 Educator of the Year Award.

April 30, 2026

Late Spring Programs Coming Up At Woodlawn Arts Academy

Woodlawn Arts Academy dancers and musicians will take the stage in late May for their spring 2026 recitals.

April 27, 2026

Sauk Valley College Foundation Receives $50,000 Gift from Linda Giesen to Support Impact Program

The Sauk Valley College Foundation announces a generous $50,000 gift from longtime supporter Linda Giesen to benefit the College’s Impact Program, an initiative expanding access to higher education while strengthening the region’s future workforce.

April 24, 2026

Local Students Find IMPACT a Path to a Degree

Sauk Valley’s teenagers can volunteer to earn tuition credits to attend Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC). The program is called IMPACT, and it brings teens and organizations that need help together.