- New Tech High @ Zion-Benton East
- School Overview
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Only 400 students large, [email protected] provides a highly focused educational environment within Zion-Benton Township. A part of District 126, [email protected] is a companion campus to the larger central campus located across town.
[email protected] emphasizes 21st century learning skills in addition to core content. Students are placed into cohorts where they attend all classes together, focusing on multi-disciplinary projects.
In addition to the core content areas of English, mathematics, social sciences, physical sciences, and physical education, [email protected] offers electives that place a focus on the world outside of the classroom: Power Skills, Entrepreneurship, Career Skills, and an internship program. Juniors and Seniors who qualify may enroll with the College of Lake County and take dual-credit courses for their upperclass electives.
[email protected] is more than just a school, it works to bring needed 21st century skills to the classroom to prepare all students for a successful future. As its motto says, [email protected] truly is “A Break With Tradition.”
We also invite you to read through our [email protected] Informational Brochure.