An Update from Our Architecture Firm
Mike Henderson and Alan Armbrust from STR, District 57’s architecture firm tasked with assessing facility needs at Westbrook and Lincoln, presented the Board with an update on the firm’s assessment process. This update included the plan to assess all district building needs, to develop various options that address Westbrook and Lincoln space needs, and to gauge community opinions on related topics through a community engagement firm. You can view this segment of the Board meeting here.
The World of Technology in District 57
Mark Fijor, Director of Technology, presented a comprehensive overview of significant technological projects and initiatives undertaken by the district this school year. These included the installation of security cameras, upgrades to digital displays and projectors, the Hour of Code family engagement events, and the creation of a two-way communications committee charged with identifying needed improvements to the existing school/District-to-family communications. Overall, the report highlighted the district's proactive approach to leveraging technology to enhance education, communication, and security while preparing for future challenges in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. You can view this segment here.
A Look at District 57's Professional Development Plan
Aaron Wilkins, Assistant Director for Professional Learning, provided the Board with a comprehensive overview of professional learning activities in District 57 during the 2023-2024 school year and outlined plans for the 2024-2025 school year. You can view their report to the Board here and watch the related segment here. One of the exciting pieces of news from their report highlighted the growing relationship between District 57, District 214, and peer districts that also feed into D214. This growth in partnerships is a goal of our Strategic Plan and I’m happy to report we have made significant headway in this area. More information regarding staff professional learning for the 24-25 school year will be shared with the Board in April.
New Reading Curriculum for District 57!
The Board approved the adoption of a new reading curriculum starting in the 2024/2025 school year. This change is driven by the goals of our current Strategic Plan as well as by a new state-wide literacy plan called the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan. Please join us on April 2 at 6 p.m. at Lions Park Elementary School (300 E. Council Trail) to learn all about this exciting new curriculum!
