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In this One Amazing Story, we dive deeper into the journeys of three standout softball players, Elise Bertsche, Abigail Cortez and Carmen Richardson, who have risen to elite levels in the sport.
The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) honored Leyden High School District 212 with two high-level national awards for their efforts related to the 100th anniversary celebration.
Leyden High School District 212 Superintendent Dr. Nick Polyak has earned a spot on the District Administration magazine’s Top 100 for 2025. Polyak received this prestigious honor for his incredible leadership, bold ideas, and unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for students across the country.
Both graduation streams will go live approximately 30 minutes prior to the start of the event.
In this One Amazing Story, watch Maddie Ortiz make history as she and her teammates win the World Junior Synchronized Skating Championships in Sweden! After 14 years of dedication and training, Maddie’s perseverance paid off, becoming part of the first-ever U.S. team to win at this level. Balancing her rigorous skating schedule with academics, Maddie’s commitment to excellence has earned her a spot in the spotlight.
At the meeting on May 15, the Leyden High School Board of Education announced the appointment of East Leyden rising junior Zuzanna Karyta as a student board member. Karyta will serve as one of two student board members, for a two-year term beginning with the 2025-26 school year. Karyta is appointed to the vacancy left by graduating senior Adriel Carrera, who served a two-year year. She will be joined by existing student board member Jonathan Guerrero, representing West Leyden.
As we quickly approach the end of the school year, please refer to the information below regarding material returns, student fines, student Chromebooks and Google accounts.
Soaring Beyond recognizes graduating seniors for their commitment to post-secondary journeys and celebrates their growth and achievements throughout their high school experience at Leyden. Students honored in this ceremony have demonstrated commitments to teaching, bi-literacy, nursing, endorsements, dual enrollment, and plumbing programs.