WELCOME TO WEST AURORA HIGH SCHOOL,
where we believe that every student should have access to a rigorous, comprehensive education as well as opportunities to develop their talents and passions.
We are proud of our rich history and “tradition of excellence,” that continues to be defined by the good works of our students, faculty, and alumni.
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about Honors and AP English Summer Reading
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about Press Release - 07.13.2026 (opens in new window/tab)
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about SD129 Weekly Newsletter - 07.03.2026 (opens in new window/tab)
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about 2026 Summer Food Service Program (opens in new window/tab)
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Class of 1970
![Captain William (Bill) J. Laz, Jr., (deceased) Class of 1965]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1770745274/sd129org/asooms4mk6kdfpctiapx/HOH2026-1.jpg","width":2200}])
Class of 1965
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Class of 1995
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By The Numbers
227
Students awarded in five languages (six students received two awards) in the 2024–25 school year
118
The number of students who received Biliteracy Awards by the State of Illinois
115
Illinois State Commendations toward Biliteracy
34
Seniors chose arts-related majors in college, earning over $2.7 million in scholarships in the 2024–25 school year
23
students completed 2,100 internship hours with 15 business partners in the 2024–25 school year