Barrington 220 School District

09/02/2026

BTP Brew is brewing up something special!

Students from the Barrington Transition Program are putting their vocational skills into action with BTP Brew, a student-run coffee cart selling drinks and snacks while helping students build confidence, independence, and real-world workplace skills.

BTP Brew is kicking things off at the Barrington 220 District Office, with hopes of popping up at other locations across the district in the future.

We’re so proud of our students for taking on this new opportunity. Every drink sold is another opportunity to learn, grow, build confidence, and prepare for life after high school.

08/31/2026

Lead Your Learning is our theme for the 2026–2027 school year, reflecting Barrington 220’s commitment to learner agency and empowering students to take an active role in their educational journey.

This video highlights Station 8th grader Sam, whose original piece, “Procession of the Nobles,” was performed by the Station Middle School band at their concert last spring. Sam’s creativity and initiative are a wonderful example of what it means to lead your learning and share your talents with others!

We are excited to share more examples of our Barrington 220 students leading their learning in the year ahead!

This is "Lead Your Learning: A Young Composer's Debut" by Barrington 220 School District on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

08/27/2026

This afternoon, BHS welcomed families to the Fine Arts Family Kick Off! Students and parents had the opportunity to learn more about the many fine arts opportunities available during the 2026–2027 school year and how to get involved.

Thank you to all that attended. We’re looking forward to a wonderful year of creativity and opportunities in the Fine Arts!

08/25/2026

Today at Barrington High School, Kindergarten Lab students and Education Pathway students came together for their first collaboration of the school year. Students spent time getting to know one another and creating bracelets that celebrate unity and community.

K-Lab is a unique kindergarten experience that takes place at BHS and is open to all district families. It gives our youngest learners the opportunity to learn in a high school environment while giving BHS students interested in education the chance to gain real world experience working with young children.

Throughout the year, K-Lab students will learn and explore alongside high school students through hands on experiences in horticulture, culinary arts, science, dance, cultural celebrations, and more. These experiences create meaningful connections and give students of different ages opportunities to learn from one another!

08/24/2026

We had a GREAT start to the school year in Barrington 220! It was wonderful to see so much excitement, learning, and connection during our first few days.

Here are some quick highlights from the start of the year!

08/24/2026

It’s the first day of school at Harper College for our first-ever College Now cohort from Barrington High School! These juniors will spend their mornings at Harper taking classes before heading back to BHS to take afternoon courses. Next year, the majority of their day will be spent on the Harper campus. At the end of two years, they will graduate with a high school diploma and a college degree! 

Best of luck on your first day!

To learn more about the program, go here:  https://www.harpercollege.edu/collegenow/

08/21/2026

We had a GREAT first day with our Early Learners and kindergarten friends today! We are off and rolling and ready for a great school year across Barrington 220!

08/19/2026

This week is marking the LAST first day for 33 members of our Barrington 220 family! Dr. Winkelman has been making his way around the district this week, personally thanking them for their service and giving them a gift of the district's appreciation.

Thank you for all you do, and let's make it a fantastic final chapter of your Barrington 220 journey!

08/18/2026

Representatives from Barrington Youth & Family Services (BYFS) and the Barrington Area Community Foundation (BACF) gathered at Barrington High School yesterday to celebrate the addition of several wellness-promoting elements to student spaces.

Thanks to a generous Founders’ Innovation Grant from BACF, BYFS and BHS were able to make enhancements such as the addition of a moss mural, acoustic panels and multiple local landscape photos throughout, as well as comfortable new furniture for the Upper Atrium and Student Services spaces.

These new additions will support the well-being of students and staff for many years to come. A special thank you to BACF for helping make these wonderful enhancements possible!

08/18/2026

Welcome back, Barrington 220! Wishing all our students, families, and staff an amazing school year ahead!