A.J. Katzenmaier

AJK Elementary recently hosted its exciting Talent Expo, showcasing the incredible abilities and creativity of its students. The event featured a wide range of performances, inclu...

AJK Elementary School has proudly attained Level 2 certification in the Marzano High Reliability Schools (HRS) framework, signifying its commitment to ensuring effective teaching ...

Miss Keyes’ 4th grade class recently practiced their formal writing skills by composing letters to North Chicago Mayor, Leon Rockingham Jr. In their letters, each student expresse...

AJK Elementary School hosted an unforgettable Literacy Night, bringing students, families, and staff together to celebrate the joy of reading and creativity. The highlight of the ...

​Lake Forest Academy's Symphony Orchestra performed at AJK as part of their ongoing community engagement initiatives. This collaboration underscores LFA's commitment to fostering ...

At AJK, we are proud to recognize April as the Month of the Military Child , a special time to honor and celebrate the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of our students who ar...

Congratulations to our March students of the month! Yohangel Leal, Alan Martinez, Alina Reyes Vasquez, Allison Willis, Amanda Chacon, Andy Hubbard, Aydan Duckins, Belén Fajardo...

Students at AJK received a generous donation of books, social-emotional learning (SEL) tools, and essential school supplies from the Steans Family Foundation . This contribution...

At AJK Elementary, students are always striving for greatness, and February was no exception! This month, our fourth and fifth-grade classes worked hard to earn Class Shields by d...

Congratulations to our February students of the month! Adzir Gbayee, Aeroslova Santos, Aileen Puentes, Alex Orozco, Allison Willis, Antonio Luna, Arin Pringle, Aubrey Herbert, ...

Students in Ms. Stevenson's SEL (Social Emotional Learning) class were given a hands-on challenge to build a tower of cups. In SEL class, students develop skills that help them ma...

Malik Hill and Santiago Perez, two talented students from AJK Academy, North Chicago School District 187, recently attended a prestigious music education conference hosted by the ...

AJK Academy recently hosted its annual Scholastic Book Fair, a much-anticipated event that brought excitement to students, teachers, and parents alike. The fair, held in the schoo...

North Chicago, IL – February 24, 2025 – The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) proudly recognizes Jeraniqua Martin, an outstanding educator from A.J. Katzenmaier Elementa...

Judge Reginald C. Mathews & Judge John Joanem of the Lake County Circuit Court visited AJK Elementary to inspire and engage with students through reading. They gifted each student...

AJK Elementary School recently hosted a fantastic Family Game Night , bringing students, parents, and staff together for an evening of friendly competition and laughter. The even...

Get ready for some friendly competition during lunchtime! "Cup Wars" is here to reward the classes that follow CREST (Commitment, Respect, Excellence, Safety, and Teamwork) in t...

On January 23rd, AJK Academy proudly celebrated National Reading Day , an event dedicated to fostering a love for literacy among young students. The day kicks off the new year wi...

Hosting a book fair at AJK Academy is a fantastic way to promote literacy, foster a love for reading, and strengthen students' access to books. These events provide an opportunity...