Superintendent News
Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95
September 12, 2024
Dear District 95 Families,
Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! I hope this first few weeks of school has gone well for all of you. Back-to-school is always an amazing time of year for educators as our school buildings come to life with the joy and energy of our students and staff, working together to learn, grow, and experience new opportunities both academically and socially. I hope you enjoy the many back-to-school photos below...the rain did not stop the smiles!
Sadly, there has also been tragedy in the national news already this school year with yet another senseless school shooting, this time in Georgia and another in Nebraska. Safety is our top priority in District 95, and we have well established, practiced, and continually reviewed safety protocols. But, as we remind everyone regularly, safety is everyone's responsibility, and we rely on all people in our learning community to be responsible reporters of any concerning, suspicious behavior through the Safe2Help hotline or any trusted school official. It truly takes a community working together to create the safest possible learning environment.
Please be sure to read the entire newsletter - there are some new features, including an article series featuring a different Board of Education member each month, as well as information about Open House Lake Zurich Area, an upcoming opportunity to see inside our schools through guided tours.
Best wishes for continued success in the 2024-25 school year!
Sincerely,
Dr. Kelley Gallt
Superintendent
Sip 'n Chat
This year, in conjunction with the District 95 Board of Education and administration, I am starting a new initiative called “Sip ‘n Chat” where up to two Board members, one or more administrators, and I will be available at various locations in the community for people to drop in for conversations relating to our school district. We will have key people on hand who are subject matter experts in particular areas, but discussions are not restricted to only that topic. We hope to have room for up to 20-25 people at one time, though it is also fine to come and go – I hope you will consider stopping by for a cup of coffee and a chat! The fall dates for Sip ‘n Chat are below, additional dates will be communicated later this fall and will include some evening and midday timeframes.
September 17, 2024
Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main Street, Lake Zurich
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Subject Matter Experts: Building & Grounds, Student Safety
October 16, 2024
Life Time LifeCafe, 400 N. Rand Rd, Lake Zurich
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Subject Matter Experts: Technology, Communications
Appreciation Days
Please join us in celebrating members of our staff with a 'thank you' or a kind email in honor of these recognition days!
September 8th - World Physical Therapy Day
September 17th - National IT Professional Day
October 1st - National Principals Month
October 2nd - School Custodian Appreciation Day
October 5th - World Teacher's Day
October 6th - National Coaches Appreciation Day
October 20th - Principal Appreciation Week
October 21st - National School Bus Safety Week
October 21st - Red Ribbon Week
October 25th - Principal Appreciation Day
October 27th - World Occupational Therapy Day
Get to know your Board of Education members! The Board Corner is a new article series for the 2024-25 school year which features a letter from a different Board of Education member each month.
For more information about the Board of Education, including meeting schedules, how to contact the Board, and much more, click here to visit the District 95 website, then select the "School Board" menu.
A Letter from Board President, Doug Goldberg
Dear District 95 Community,
My amazing wife Jennifer and I have lived in Lake Zurich since 1992. We are blessed to have three incredible children, Melissa (Class of 2016), Rachel (Class of 2018), and Joshua (Class of 2018) who attended K-12 in District 95. I’m proud to say they are all wonderful adults, having been shaped significantly by their experience in District 95 classrooms. I recently retired from my position as chief engineer for a major Aerospace company and now consult for the Department of Defense as well as my former employer. I am passionate about providing our community members with the best possible educational experience including non-traditional pathways.
I have had the distinct privilege of serving on the Board of Education since 2009 and am honored to currently serve as your board President. I’d like to share the exciting news about the recent successful completion of our Forward 95 referendum projects. These projects were a cornerstone of our district’s vision for the future, aiming to enhance learning environments and ensuring that our students have the facilities needed to thrive in a modern educational landscape. We not only completed these projects on time but also under budget—a significant achievement that reflects the dedication and careful planning by our district teams. Through diligent oversight and strategic decision-making, we maximized the impact of our community resources while delivering state-of-the-art improvements to all of our schools. We will be celebrating this with open-house events across the district in December.
The new Empower 95 initiative continues to exemplify our commitment to improving the educational experience for all learners. However, our vision for the district extends beyond facilities. At the core of our mission is a deep commitment to fostering equity and inclusion across all aspects of our schools. We believe that every learner—regardless of background, identity, or ability—deserves access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. This is why equity and inclusion remain central to every decision we make.
We have just initiated a series of Sip 'n Chat events across the community where the Superintendent, myself and another board member will have the opportunity to discuss topics of interest with community members over coffee. I hope to see you at one these. I am excited for the future of District 95 and grateful for your continued support.
Mr. Doug Goldberg
President
Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 Board of Education
District 95 Job Openings
In addition to an ongoing need for bus drivers (see below for more information), District 95 also has many other current employment needs including playground/lunchroom supervisors, classroom aides, and more. For a current list of openings, please visit our online job listings by clicking here.
Bus Drivers
Looking for an opportunity to give back to the community? Retired and looking for a way to stay active and connected? A parent wanting to have the same schedule as your children? Want to bring your preschool aged child to work with you? Join our amazing team of bus drivers. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.
Benefits Include: · Paid Behind the Wheel Training · Partial Paid Health Insurance · Retirement Benefits · Sick Leave · Personal Days· Competitive Pay including pay for prior experience
Qualifications: · Good Driving Record · Minimum of 21 years old (Drivers) · Pass required Federal Background check · Pass a pre-employment/ annual physical & drug test · Enjoy working with kids!!
If you have any questions, contact the District 95 Transportation Department at 847-438-2834.
Click here to apply online by visiting our website or go to www.lz95.org/jobs ~ Click on Job Openings ~ Select Transportation ~ Select Apply button
Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95
Email: feedback@lz95.org
Website: www.lz95.org
Location: 832 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL, USA
Phone: 847-438-2831
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