Lyons Township High School to Host Blood Drive

Lyons Township High School will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the , located at 100 S. Brainard Ave. in La Grange.

In addition to students, the event is also open to community members who wish to donate.

For every pint of blood that is donated, three pints can be made. Last year, LT officials said the school's blood drives helped collect hundreds of units of blood for local hospitals.

The school said walk-ins are welcome, but donors can also pre-register with the school by calling the Student Activities Office at 708-579-7444. 

Donors must be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. The donor cannot have received a new tattoo or piercing in the last year.

Students or community members 16 years old or younger will need a parent's permission. Permission slips can be found in the Student Activities Office.