La Grange School District #102

#ThankYouD102Educators ?? This month, the La Grange community came together for the first-ever La Grange Community Champions Awards Ceremony, celebrating the people who make our town extraordinary. We are thrilled to congratulate Kelly Paetsch on being named D102 Educator of the Year by the La Grange Business Association! ?? Ms. Paetsch’s dedication, passion, and commitment to her students make a lasting impact every day. Her recognition is well deserved, and we are so proud to have her as part of the D102 family! Join us in celebrating Ms. Paetsch and all the amazing educators who inspire, lead, and shape the future. ????#D102EducatorSpotlight

La Grange District 102 is looking for excited professionals to join our team! If you're passionate about making a real impact in education, we want to hear from you! For more about the position and qualifications needed, see the link below to our job postings: https://lnkd.in/gvb_JGpQ

???? D102 Educators Present at Illinois Reading Conference! ???? This past week, Mayra Romero and Jessica Valverde presented at the Illinois Reading Conference in Springfield, sharing their expertise on making reading accessible for Newcomers, ELs, and Multilingual learners. Their session sparked meaningful discussions with fellow educators on strategies to support language learners in the classroom. ?? Thank you, Ms. Romero and Ms. Valverde, for representing D102 and advocating for inclusive literacy instruction! #WeAreD102 #D102EducatorSpotlight #ThankyouD102Educators ???? Esta semana pasada, Mayra Romero y Jessica Valverde presentaron en la Conferencia de Lectura de Illinois en Springfield, compartiendo su experiencia en hacer la lectura accesible para los recién llegados, EL, y los estudiantes multilingües. Su sesión provocó discusiones significativas con colegas educadores sobre estrategias para apoyar a los estudiantes de idiomas en el aula. ?? ?Gracias, Sra. Romero y Sra. Valverde, por representar al D102 y abogar por la alfabetización inclusiva! ?Gracias, Sra. Romero y Sra. Valverde, por representar al D102 y abogar por la alfabetización inclusiva!

This year, US News and World Report ranked D102's Park Jr. High School was ranked among the top 20 middle schools of Illinois . This recognition showcases our district's exceptional commitment to academic excellence. Congratulations to the Park Jr. High staff for their impactful work in achieving these outstanding results! #WeAreD102 #ThankyouD102Educators https://lnkd.in/ghvuh6MZ

#D102StudentSpotlight Last month, our youngest learners at Barnsdale celebrated the 100th day of school with creativity, fun, and hands-on learning! From dressing up, to counting, crafting, and exploring all things “100,” our classrooms were filled with excitement. ????? Every day is a step toward new discoveries, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the school year brings! ???? #thankyoud102educators

La Grange District 102 is looking for excited professionals to join our team! If you're passionate about making a real impact in education, we want to hear from you! For more about the position and qualifications needed, see the link below to our job postings: https://lnkd.in/gvb_JGpQ

???? Art with Heart: Embracing Our Differences is TOMORROW! ????Join us for a night of diversity, creativity, and fun! Featuring: Artwork from 25 international artists + 70 D102 student pieces, treasure hunt with prizes, interactive activities & treats. #D102StudentSpotlight #WeAreD102 @embracingourdifferences #artwithheart

At Park Jr. High, we’re building a stronger community one connection at a time! ?? Students are sharing their trusted adults within the building and adding their names to our Wall of Fame. This initiative reminds us all of the power of relationships, trust, and support in creating a safe and welcoming school environment. Together, we’re ensuring every student feels heard, valued, and supported! ????#WeAreD102?#thankyoud102educators

?? Shoutout to Principal Grieve and Rachel Owens for representing La Grange D102 at the Multilingual Illinois Conference! ???? Their session, "Leading Dual and Mono in the Same Building", showcased the incredible collaborative work at Congress Park to support culturally and linguistically diverse students. We’re so proud of their dedication and leadership! #ThankyouD102Educators #D102EducatorSpotlight

??? La Grange D102 is proud to have our dedicated staff attending the PLC at Work? Institute in San Antonio! This event brings educators together to deepen their understanding of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and collaborate on strategies to enhance student learning and success. Our team is committed to bringing back innovative ideas and practices to continue building strong, supportive learning communities for our students and staff! #ThankyouD102Educators