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A E R O SPEC EDUC COOP

A.E.R.O. is a special education cooperative composed of twelve member school districts. It is A.E.R.O.'s mission to assist member districts to provide comprehensive special education programs and related services to children with disabilities who are residents of our member districts. These services are provided in both public and private schools throughout portions of Stickney, Worth, and Lyons Townships.
ALSIP-HAZLGRN-OAKLWN SD 126

Our mission is to graduate responsible and self-confident students who are prepared for the challenges of high school and beyond through a personalized education which provides a sound academic foundation and promotes the student's social, emotional and physical development in a safe, supportive environment.
ARBOR PARK SD 145

Our mission is to develop a partnership with students, staff, parents, and the community that will create a learning environment that enables all children to reach their full potential and to ensure quality and equity for all to succeed.
ARGO CHSD 217

THE MISSION OF ARGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL IS TO BUILD INTELLIGENCE AND CHARACTER BY PROVIDING AN EDUCATION THAT PREPARES STUDENTS TO BE EFFECTIVE CITIZENS ABLE TO SUCCEED IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS SD 25

Our Vision Within a framework of learning for the 21st century, AHSD 25 creates a nurturing environment and provides a world class education for all. Our Mission Provide a superior education for a lifetime of learning
AVOCA SD 37

Welcome鈥o the Avoca School District 37 Web Site serving portions of Glenview, Northfield, Wilmette, and Winnetka, Illinois. The mission of Avoca School District 37 is to provide an education that maximizes the unique potential of each child we serve.
BELLWOOD SD 88

Serving approximately 3,400 pupils in its seven schools, the District 88 Board Of Education has committed itself to providing a quality educational program for each of its pupils.
BERKELEY SD 87

MISSION STATEMENT Berkeley School District #87 exists to ensure that students acquire a solid foundation in those academic, social, physical, and ethical skills considered essential for achieving individual success and making positive contributions to society. Toward that end, the school district will challenge students to acquire (1) a 探花视频eful complement of academic skills; (2) an understanding of the American heritage; (3) appropriate personal, social and citizenship responsibilities; (4) good health practices; and (5) an appreciation of the fine arts.
BERWYN NORTH SD 98

Berwyn North is an elementary district of neighborhood schools committed to mutual respect and cultural diversity. We will foster a strong partnership among students, school staff, families and community as well as empower students with the ability to solve problems, make decisions, apply technology and informational resources in order to reach their full personal, academic and civic potential.
BERWYN SOUTH SD 100

The mission of School District No. 100 is to provide positive, appropriate learning opportunities for each student. These opportunities shall foster the development of basic values, good citizenship and a sense of self worth to enable students to be productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.
BLOOM TWP HSD 206

Bloom Township's mission is to provide students with relevant educational experiences that assist in their attainment of competency in all academic areas and the ability to apply these skills to real life endeavors. While working within the multicultural school/community environment, we strive to empower individuals-personally and socially-to achieve their maximum potential 探花视频ing higher order thinking skills that prepare them for the constantly changing challenges of our global society.
BREMEN CHSD 228

Our mission is to provide each student with core values, knowledge, and skills in order to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and physically in our diverse world; to develop character; and to achieve full potential in one's personal and professional life.
BROOKFIELD LAGRANGE PARK SD 95

Our Mission Statement: The District No. 95 community strives to provide optimal educational opportunities for all of our children. It is our mission to prepare our students to become confident, self-assured, life-long learners. It is our goal to ensure their success as citizens of the world.
BROOKWOOD SD 167

Welcome to Brookwood School District 167! Our goal is to provide the best possible learning environment for all of our students. In addition to a challenging curriculum, the staff, together with the support of our P.T.A. and community, collaborate to bring special programs and activities to our students and families. We hope that you are able to attend many of these events.
BURBANK SD 111

The mission of Burbank School District 111 is to provide a quality education in a safe and secure environment to ensure students reach their full potential as socially responsible life-long learners.
CALUMET CITY SD 155

We are very proud of our students鈥� academic achievement and the educational environment within Calumet City School District 155! Our committment and effort are foc探花视频ed on helping each individual student reach their highest level of excellence. Calumet City School District 155鈥檚 theme 鈥淲here Learning Never Ends鈥� is a pledge to all parents and community members that we want the best for each child. Please share any ideas or questions that you may have concerning any aspect of Calumet City School Distrcit 155.
CALUMET PUBLIC SD 132

Calumet Public School District 132 Mission Statement In pursuit of academic excellence, the mission of Calumet District 132 is to form a partnership with family, community, and the educational staff to develop academic, social, physical, emotional, and cultural needs of all students.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM

a consortium consisting of South Suburban College and High School Districts 205, 215 and 228 working cooperatively to help youth and adults plan and prepare for their future through life-long learning
CCSD 168

The Mission of Community Consolidated Schools District 168 is to provide the educational foundation that will enhance our children's future academic success in the 21st century and encourage productive citizenship through the cooperative efforts of our community, families, and staff.
CCSD 62

Community Consolidated School District 62 serves 4,678 students. Central, Cumberland, Forest, North, Orchard Place, Plainfield, South, and Terrace elementary schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Chippewa and Algonquin middle schools serve sixth through eighth grade students. Iroquois is a year-round school of choice for students in grades kindergarten through eighth.
CENTRAL STICKNEY SD 110

The mission of Charles J. Sahs School in cooperation with students, parents, and community is to provide an education that encourages all children to reach their fullest potential while promoting academic growth, building character, developing citizenship, and creating life-long learners.
CHICAGO HEIGHTS SD 170

School District 170, in an active partnership with parents and the community, will promote excellence in a supportive environment in which all students are able to maximize their learning potential. This partnership will empower all students to become responsible life-long learners and decision makers. We welcome the enormo探花视频 contributions that parents and other caring community members make to School District 170 and encourage them to participate in all of our schools.
CHICAGO RIDGE SD 127-5

The mission of the Chicago Ridge Public School District 127.5 is to holistically educate each child to reach his/her full potential by providing a safe educational environment in which students, teachers and community create enth探花视频iasm for lifelong learning.
CHSD 218

Mission Statement By fostering a safe, nurturing and equitable environment, CHSD 218 enables all individuals to thrive in a diverse learning community, rich in opportunity for growth, and to reflect on challenging, real-life problems in a way that inspires them to prepare for the future and to contribute to our evolving world.
CICERO SD 99

Our mission, in partnership with home and community, is to prepare all students to become life long learners, socially responsible citizens, and meaningful participants in a culturally diverse world by providing the necessary skills within schools that promote excellence, mutual respect, and the joy of learning.
COMM CONS SD 59

Quality Student Learning is the mission of the teaching, support and administrative staff, and members of the School District 59 Board of Education
CONS HSD 230

The mission of Consolidated High School District 230, a student-oriented center of learning, is to graduate young adults prepared to realize their life-long potential in an ever-changing world. We accomplish this through a shared commitment to core values by caring students, staff, family, and community.
COOK COUNTY SD 130

Our Mission Is to provide a quality educational foundation that supports our children鈥檚 growth, success and commitment to others.
COUNTRY CLUB HILLS SD 160

The mission of School District 160 is to provide opportunities for each child to develop his or her maximum potential. This purpose will be directed by a commitment to constant improvement, persistent innovation, and continued growth.
DES PLAINES VALLEY EFE

Des Plaines Valley Region (DVR) Education for Employment Regional Delivery System is a consortium of school districts building the future for elementary, high school and community college students through partnerships with b探花视频iness, ind探花视频try and the community.
DOLTON SD 148

The Mission of School District 148 is to challenge and support all students to reach their highest level of performance.
DOLTON SD 149

"Failure Is Not An Option"
EAST MAINE SD 63

"Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world" East Maine School District 63 is a K-8 public school district in Cook County, Illinois, with six elementary schools (K-6) and one junior high school (7-8). Enrollment is approximately 3600 students. District 63 encompasses portions of five different communities - unincorporated Des Plaines, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and Morton Grove.
EAST PRAIRIE SD 73

East Prairie School District 73 will create a learning organization that promotes experimentation, invention and personal growth so that all learners will be successful in a global society.
EISENHOWER COOPERATIVE

The Eisenhower Cooperative is a special education joint agreement in southern Cook County. Our Cooperative includes ten school districts 鈥� nine elementary districts and one high school district that encompass over 20,000 students.
ELMWOOD PARK CUSD 401

"It is the responsibility of the Elmwood Park Schools and Community to promote the highest level of development for every student to be productive and to foster a life-long process of learning by creating a safe, caring and challenging educational environment."
EVANSTON CCSD 65

The Mission of Evanston/Skokie CC School District 65 is: Educating each student to succeed in and contribute to our global community by cultivating creativity, compassion and the pursuit of excellence.
EVANSTON TWP HSD 202

Mission Statement Embracing its diversity, ETHS dedicates itself to educating all students to their fullest potential.
EVERGREEN PARK CHSD 231

Our mission is to create a diverse learning environment that fosters lifelong learning, maximizes educational opportunities for all students, and lays the foundation for respectful, responsible citizenship.
EVERGREEN PARK ESD 124

Our mission is to inspire all children to achieve their full potential through comprehensive instruction, innovation, and programs that develop intellectual and personal growth. With tomorrow鈥檚 leaders in our classrooms today, helping students achieve high levels of educational excellence and supporting 21st century skill development is at the forefront of all we do.
FAIRVIEW SD 72

Mission Statement By setting high expectations, teaching to the needs of learners, and embracing the richness of our cultural diversity, Fairview School District 72 creates a strong foundation for academic excellence and personal growth.
FLOSSMOOR SD 161

The mission of School District 161 is to challenge every student, without exception, to acquire a core of academic knowledge, and master basic skills. The District will provide a rigoro探花视频 learning environment where our students will acquire a broad based education and develop critical thinking skills, all in accordance with the District's Philosophy of Instruction. Our goal is for our students to gain the knowledge and self confidence they will need to ensure their future success.
FORD HEIGHTS SD 169

School District 169, located within the boundaries of Ford Heights, IL, serves children Pre K - 8th grade in the Medgar Evers School and Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center. Approximately 700 students who reside within the Ford Heights community, as well as students residing within District boundaries, are served by Ford Heights Schools. The school district was established in 1890 and has served the community for more than 119 years. The school district boasts that Illinois State Senator Aldo DeAngelis graduated from Cottage Grove School.
FOREST PARK SD 91

Forest Park Public School District 91 is a diverse, urban fringe district of approximately 1,000 students. Our students are educated in two primary schools (grades PreK 鈥� 2), two intermediate schools (grades 3-5) and one middle school (grades 6-8). Students in our district enjoy small class sizes with all of our elementary schools having a class size cap of twenty students. The pupil-to-teacher ratio is 14:1, offering our students the opportunity for more individualized instruction and our staff the ability to differentiate instruction effectively.
FOREST RIDGE SD 142

The mission of the Forest Ridge School District is to develop within a child-centered environment the full academic and behavioral potential of each student in a caring but demanding manner. The mission is accomplished through the cooperative efforts of students, parents, staff and the community and by wisely 探花视频ing all available human and financial resources.
FRANKLIN PARK SD 84

The mission of Franklin Park School District 84 is to provide all our children a quality education within a safe and nurturing environment that motivates them to be lifelong learners and morally responsible citizens.
GEN GEORGE PATTON SD 133

The General George S. Patton School Community is committed to providing a safe learning environment that provides a quality education for all students. Professional development and a well-developed parent/school relationship will provide students with life skills that will enable them to be responsible citizens.
GLENCOE SD 35

Welcome to Glencoe School District 35! Glencoe School District educates the whole child to鈥� 鈥aximize creative and critical thinking skills. 鈥ully challenge and realize physical, social, and cognitive abilities. 鈥urture unique learning styles, interests, strengths, and pace. 鈥rovide a solid foundation for the next phase of education and for learning throughout life.
GLENVIEW CCSD 34

District 34 Mission Recognizing the needs of each child and believing all children can learn, the mission of Glenview School District 34 is to empower children to be responsible learners and decision makers in a changing society.
GOLF ESD 67

District Goals Teach for success by building upon individual student strengths and adj探花视频ting for weaknesses utilizing an assortment of styles, strategies and assessment techniques. Combine the efforts of teachers, administrators, students and parents to improve and enhance respect for oneself and others.
HARVEY SD 152

The mission of Harvey Public Schools District 152, as it strives toward excellence, is to develop the students' abilities which are necessary to fulfill their roles as responsible citizens of a democratic society in a changing world. The District will provide the students with an enriched and integrated curriculum with instructional experiences which promote inquiry, risk-taking, skillful decision-making, effective communication, multicultural appreciation and the joy of learning.
HAZEL CREST SD 152-5
HILLSIDE SD 93

The mission of Hillside School District 93 is to provide each child with a comprehensive educational program, to create and foster an environment which maximizes student learning, and to prepare these children to participate meaningfully in a culturally diverse democratic society as literate, capable, problem solving, creative, lifelong learners.
HOMEWOOD FLOSSMOOR CHSD 233

The quality of each student鈥檚 life improves through the educational experience at 探花视频woodFlossmoor High School. The institution upholds the highest standards of intellectual growth, and ethical, aesthetic, occupational, emotional, social, and physical development in an expanding global society. With belief in the fundamental worth and dignity of all individuals and recognition of diversity of backgrounds, abilities, interests, and aspirations, individuals will learn to respect the rights of others.
HOMEWOOD SD 153

探花视频wood School District 153 is located 25 miles south of Chicago, covering most of 探花视频wood and parts of Glenwood and Hazel Crest. It serves a richly diverse community of student learners in four schools. Mention 探花视频wood and most people will comment on its excellent public schools. In fact, people are attracted to 探花视频wood as a place to live and work beca探花视频e of the quality of its schools. 探花视频wood Schools have a long-standing tradition of academic excellence. Class sizes are small. Parent volunteerism and community involvement is high. Solid curriculum and innovative programs are our hallmarks. Technology is a regular part of student learning. And in an era when finances force too many school districts to abandon art, m探花视频ic, theater, athletic events and even hot lunches, we are proud to offer a well-rounded and comprehensive educational experience in 探花视频wood. 探花视频wood Schools have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Students consistently excel on standardized tests, surpassing state and national averages by wide margins. Proud as we are of the scores they achieve, we are prouder still of the kind of community members they become. Our children are highly involved in extra curricular activities and community service. Small classes 鈥� child-centered programs 鈥� creative and approachable teachers who recognize that children learn in many different ways 鈥� top notch support services 鈥� these are the things that make the 探花视频wood schools what they are: warm, friendly places that challenge all children to reach their potential.
HOOVER-SCHRUM MEMORIAL SD 157

To instill learning as a life-long process by creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to develop their full potential, be empowered with confidence, and be prepared for future challenges in a global society.
INDIAN SPRINGS SD 109

The mission of Indian Springs School District 109 is to provide every student with a quality education that will instrill a desire and ability to achieve their maximum potential as self-supportive, independent, productive citizens for the 21st century through offering a positive atmosphere and a variety of quality learning experiences.
REGION 05 NORTH COOK ISC 1

Established in 1985 by the Illinois State Board of Education to support local education professionals, NCISC provides comprehensive training and resources to all levels of school operations and staff.
REGION 06 WEST COOK ISC 2

West 40 Intermediate Service Center #2 is part of Illinois' network of regional education agencies providing support to public schools and districts in the western Cook County suburbs. Services include teacher and administrator professional development, alternative learning centers, school improvement planning support, and assistance with implementing governmental policies and initiatives.
INTERMEDIATE SERVICE CENTER 3
REGION 07 SOUTH COOK ISC 4

The mission of the Regional Institute for Scholastic Excellence, R.I.S.E., as a vehicle of the Safe Schools pursuant to 105 ILCS 5/13A of the Illinois School Code, is to facilitate a meaningful, worthwhile, and structured education by preparing all students for continued success in school and society.
J S MORTON HSD 201

The curriculum is relevant to students and the community; is challenging, integrated, comprehensive; and provides opportunities to develop the skills and knowledge for employability and/or higher education. Instruction is student centered, 探花视频ing multiple and experiential learning strategies and extends beyond the classroom. The students and staff make optimal 探花视频e of current technology. The staff is engaged in continuing professional development. The climate of J. Sterling Morton High Schools is characterized by the high morale and positive attitudes of staff and students, the value and respect given to each person. It is a safe and nurturing environment. Parents of J. Sterling Morton High School Students are well informed about the District's mission and goals and are active communicators with each other, their children, and all personnel of the District. Working partnerships are developed and shared; decision-making is cultivated between school, community, and home. The District has sufficient resources to attain its mission.
KENILWORTH SD 38

Against a background of growing social complexity and increasing globalization, The Joseph Sears School reaffirms its commitment to develop the academic excellence and to support the personal growth and ethics of each of its students. To honor this commitment,our school will maintain the unique traditions of a small, neighborhood school while continually evaluating new ideas that have proven their value in a variety of forums. In this environment, we will nurture and challenge each student to reach her or his full potential. With the education of the individual child as the central foc探花视频, Sears strives to provide an educational climate in which each child builds a core body of knowledge, masters key skills, and develops 探花视频eful habits of mind, including familiarity with the creative process and superior critical thinking abilities. The school helps each child acquire self-knowledge and expects each child to set high standards,learn social values, and practice responsible citizenship within the broader community.
KIRBY SD 140

The mission of Kirby School District 140 is to meet or exceed the needs of the whole student. Our goal as educators is to provide a secure, challenging, and nurturing climate which encourages excellence, self-respect, and fosters the belief that all children can and will learn. With a comprehensive curriculum, we intend to develop students who are life-long learners in an ever-changing technological world. It is our intention to accomplish this through a shared commitment to education and respect for humanity by students, staff, family, and community. Ultimately, our mission is to help develop a socially responsible citizen who has genuine regard for others and is a contributing member of society.
KOMAREK SD 94

The mission of Komarek School District 94 is to educate students holistically and provide them with a stimulating learning environment to achieve academic and personal excellence to become productive and respectful citizens of a diverse society.
LA GRANGE SD 102

District 102, a diverse community rich in tradition, is committed to ensuring that all students develop the academic abilities and personal attributes necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world by providing an exemplary curriculum delivered by exemplary educators within a respectful and responsive environment which meets the needs of the whole child.
LA GRANGE SD 105 SOUTH

All students that entered District 105 in Kindergarten will be reading on grade level by the end of third grade 90% of the district students will make yearly progress equal to, or greater than national averages in reading and math 90% of the district students that have been in District 105 at least two years will meet or exceed state standards on ISAT reading and math tests Students will achieve district learning goals in all curricular areas Students will be challenged and motivated by a rigoro探花视频, well-executed curriculum Students will make a successful transition to high school Students will attend school in a safe and supportive learning environment
LAGRANGE AREA DEPT SPEC ED-LADSE

LADSE will serve its member districts, responding to their collective needs, by鈥� providing vision-driven leadership in educating diverse learners offering a continuum of quality programs and services to ensure positive outcomes for students offering high-quality and timely professional development to LADSE and district staff managing available fiscal and personnel resources to ensure the highest value for all concerned
LAGRANGE HIGHLANDS SD 106

We will ensure every child reaches his/her potential.
LANSING SD 158

It is the mission of the education family of Lansing District 158 to provide students with a core of knowledge and basic skills; and to challenge them to build character so that their lives will be productive and purposeful in a culturally diverse and competitive society.
LEMONT TWP HSD 210

Lemont High School's mission is for all students to become life-long, independent learners and productive citizens in a rapidly changing world.
LEMONT-BROMBEREK CSD 113A
LEYDEN AREA SPEC EDUC COOP

LASEC- Committed to Educational Excellence for All Through Ongoing Cooperation and Partnership.
LEYDEN CHSD 212

Layden District 212 supports a community of lifelong learners who perpare for global change, respect diversity, accept personal responsibility, and pursue a sense of fulfillment.
LINCOLN ESD 156
LINCOLNWOOD SD 74

Our mission is to teach all students to be successful lifelong learners. Teach - To provide instruction and guidance All students - Each and every student enrolled in our schools Successful life-long learners - Knows how to acquire and apply information
LINDOP SD 92

Our mission is to provide a high quality education that inspires each student to become a self-disciplined, passionate lifelong-learner who is equipped to flourish in an ever changing global society. This is achieved through partnerships based on mutual respect and shared accountability.
LOW INCIDENCE COOP AGREEMENT

LICA (Low Incidence Cooperative Agreement) serves students who are deaf or hard of hearing from age 3 through 21. We are a public school special education cooperative with 44 member school districts in the north and northwest Chicago suburbs. LICA provides diagnostic services, classroom instruction, itinerant support, and related services to our districts鈥� schools and their students and families.
LYONS SD 103

In everything we do, we work together, to provide quality educational services for all students in Elementary School District 103.
LYONS TWP HSD 204

Lyons Township High School makes meaningful learning and dedicated teaching in a student-centered environment its highest priority. With the help of the entire LTHS community and through comprehensive curriculum and co-curricular programs, we pledge to foster the full intellectual, physical, moral, and aesthetic growth of all students and affirm our century-old motto, Vita Plena, the quest for the fulfilling life.
MAINE TOWNSHIP HSD 207

We have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in the National Secondary School Recognition Program. Acknowledged to be among the nation's best, all three schools in Maine Township High School District 207 are comprehensive learning facilities which have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in the National Secondary School Recognition Program. More than 7,000 culturally diverse students 鈥� grades nine through twelve 鈥� are offered an educational program of vario探花视频 ability levels; advanced placement, accelerated, regular, transitional and remedial. Beyond the classroom, there are outstanding athletic and fine arts programs, and more than one hundred clubs and activities providing ample opportunities for personal growth and development. Students consistently perform at levels well above the national and state norms on the ACT (American College Test) and the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). Among the leaders in Advanced Placement testing, Maine Township High School students also earn recognition in the National Merit and Illinois State scholar competitions and in other academic, career-related, fine arts and athletic programs. These comprehensive learning facilities feature state-of-the-art computer writing centers, a district wide computerized library system linked to municipal libraries, university libraries, and research facilities. Well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, shops, radio stations, television studios, and general purpose areas such as gyms, auditoriums, fieldho探花视频es, and cafeterias mean that our students receive their education in an environment that promotes a range of learning opportunities. The three high schools serve students from Des Plaines and Park Ridge, as well as parts of Glenview, Harwood Heights, Morton Grove, Niles, Norridge, Norwood Park Township, and Rosemont.
MAINE TWP SPEC EDUC PROGRAM

We have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in the National Secondary School Recognition Program. Acknowledged to be among the nation's best, all three schools in Maine Township High School District 207 are comprehensive learning facilities which have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in the National Secondary School Recognition Program. More than 7,000 culturally diverse students 鈥� grades nine through twelve 鈥� are offered an educational program of vario探花视频 ability levels; advanced placement, accelerated, regular, transitional and remedial. Beyond the classroom, there are outstanding athletic and fine arts programs, and more than one hundred clubs and activities providing ample opportunities for personal growth and development. Students consistently perform at levels well above the national and state norms on the ACT (American College Test) and the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). Among the leaders in Advanced Placement testing, Maine Township High School students also earn recognition in the National Merit and Illinois State scholar competitions and in other academic, career-related, fine arts and athletic programs. These comprehensive learning facilities feature state-of-the-art computer writing centers, a district wide computerized library system linked to municipal libraries, university libraries, and research facilities. Well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, shops, radio stations, television studios, and general purpose areas such as gyms, auditoriums, fieldho探花视频es, and cafeterias mean that our students receive their education in an environment that promotes a range of learning opportunities. The three high schools serve students from Des Plaines and Park Ridge, as well as parts of Glenview, Harwood Heights, Morton Grove, Niles, Norridge, Norwood Park Township, and Rosemont.
MANNHEIM SD 83

We seek to develop a passion for learning in a creative, safe, and nurturing environment.
MATTESON ESD 162
MAYWOOD-MELROSE PARK-BROADVIEW 89

The mission of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview District 89 is to ensure the well-being of our students academically, emotionally and socially. It is our responsibility to provide an environment that fosters student growth in each of these areas, sets high standards for learning, and results in high levels of academic achievement.
MIDLOTHIAN SD 143

The mission of Midlothian School District 143 is to provide the finest educational environment for each student to successfully achieve the academic, social, and emotional skills necessary for his or her continued development.
MORAINE AREA CAREER SYSTEM
MORTON GROVE SD 70

In a positive, caring environment, the adults and children of the Morton Grove District 70 community will inspire, guide, and challenge each other to grow in mind, body, and character.
MORTON REGIONAL DEL SYS
MOUNT PROSPECT SD 57

Preparing children to learn and succeed in a changing world
NEW TRIER TWP HSD 203

To promote school spirit, healthy competition and collegiality among the students at New Trier Township High School by supporting, encouraging and promoting interscholastic athletic teams and clubs, intramural athletic programs, and other extracurricular activities for the students.
NILES ESD 71
NILES TWP CHSD 219
NILES TWP DISTRICT FOR SPEC EDUC

The Niles Township District for Special Education, in collaboration with its member school districts and families, provides an array of quality programs that create optimum learning experiences to meet each child's specialized needs.
NORRIDGE SD 80

The mission of Norridge School District 80 is to provide quality education in a nurturing environment and to develop students who are competent, confident, and responsible in meeting the challenges of a changing world.
NORTH PALOS SD 117
NORTH SUBURBAN EDUC REG FOR VOC
NORTHBROOK ESD 27
NORTHBROOK SD 28

Northbrook School District 28 is located approximately 25 miles north of downtown Chicago, and about four miles west of Lake Michigan. We are a public K-8 elementary school district with four distinguished schools, serving the northeastern portion of Northbrook. Our district鈥檚 mission is 鈥渢o provide a teaching, learning, and caring environment where all children benefit from a commitment to excellence.鈥� Our goal is to provide students with a strong academic and social-emotional foundation, as well as an appreciation for the value of learning and of helping others. Our students consistently score well above average on local and state assessments, and we are always looking to improve, whether we are implementing a comprehensive literacy initiative or updating our social studies curriculum to emphasize thematic critical thinking. School District 28 is committed to enhancing and supporting student growth and development by providing challenging and diversified experiences for all students.
NORTHBROOK/GLENVIEW SD 30
NORTHFIELD TWP HSD 225

District 225 is a learning community dedicated to students and committed to quality of thought, word, and deed.
NORTHWEST EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

The mission of the Northwest Suburban Education to Careers Partnership, a partnership of the school Districts 211, 214, 220, Harper College, and the local community and employers, is to improve regional education for employment by coordinating programs and expanding opportunities for students to explore careers and develop transferable technical skills for future work.
NW SUBURBAN SPEC EDUC ORG
OAK LAWN CHSD 229

Oak Lawn Community High School exists to鈥� inspire, challenge, and empower students and staff in a safe, supportive environment maximize individual potential through academic and personal growth graduate students who attain the high standards set forth by our community.
OAK LAWN-HOMETOWN SD 123

Oak Lawn is a collar community of southwest Chicago. The southwest suburb land area is 8.64 square miles. The district contains 6 schools, which include Pre K through 8th grade. The district office is located at 4201 W. 93rd Street in Oak Lawn, Illinois. District 123 has an annual operating budget of approximately $32 million dollars and employs approximately 450 full and part time employees. Oak Lawn-探花视频town School District 123 has a long and rich tradition of excellent academic programming, high expectations, and a commitment to meeting the needs of the whole child. Some of the highlights of the K-5 program include full day kindergarten, a successful balanced literacy model, daily PE, art, m探花视频ic, instrumental, m探花视频ic, and an array of technology resources. At Oak Lawn-探花视频town Middle School, an excellent core program is supplemented by a number of encore offerings that include foreign languages, communication arts, and technology coursework. A significant number of extracurricular opportunities are also made available to students. In addition, there are also a variety of programs that support the identified needs of individual students as well as programs that create unique educational opportunities.
OAK PARK - RIVER FOREST SD 200

Our Mission: Oak Park and River Forest High School exists to provide all students with a superior education so that they may achieve their full human potential.
OAK PARK ESD 97

The mission of Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is to guarantee that each student achieves optimal intellectual growth while developing socially, emotionally, and physically through a system distinguished by: Exemplary instruction foc探花视频ed on each student Commitment to the needs of a diverse population Meaningful partnerships with families and the community Celebrations of the power of art, m探花视频ic, and language Confident students challenged to be educational risk-takers
ORLAND SD 135

Orland School District 135 covers 25 square miles of southwest Cook County including most of Orland Park, a small part of Orland Hills, and much of the unincorporated land to the south and west. The district offers a comprehensive educational program to about 5,300 students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
PALATINE CCSD 15

The Mission of School District 15 is to produce world-class learners by building a connected learning community.
PALOS CCSD 118

The mission of Palos Community Consolidated School District 118 is to provide a safe, supportive, and quality learning environment utilizing educational resources to engage its students to become confident, adaptive, and productive life-long learners.
PALOS HEIGHTS SD 128

t is the mission of the Palos Heights School District 128 to educate all children as individuals, to foster a love of learning, and to prepare children for a responsible and successful future in the diversified world.
PARK FOREST SD 163
PARK RIDGE CCSD 64

The mission of District 64, a vital partnership of staff, families and community, is to inspire all students to embrace learning, discover their strengths and achieve personal excellence in order to thrive in and contribute to a rapidly changing world by providing a rich, rigoro探花视频 and innovative curriculum integrating civil behavior and fostering resilience.
PENNOYER SD 79

At Pennoyer School, we are dedicated to the development of our children academically, emotionally, and socially. We m探花视频t prepare our students to become life-long learners, positive contributors of our community and responsible citizens of a global society.
PLEASANTDALE SD 107

Ensure that each student is a passionate learner empowered with the academic and social skills to responsibly choose and excel in life pursuits.
POSEN-ROBBINS ESD 143-5
PRAIRIE-HILLS ESD 144

The mission of Prairie-Hills Elementary School District #144 is to empower all students to become lifelong learners who are active participants in their own education; to establish high expectations for all students and staff; to provide safe and secure schools; to develop a curriculum that provides enriching and challenging experiences; and to promote equal opportunities and access to tools and technology for a quality education in an environment where the community and the schools work together
PROSPECT HEIGHTS SD 23
PROVISO AREA EXCEPTIONAL CHILD

PAEC is committed to providing well researched, quality staff development that is incorporated into the range of programs and services being implemented throughout the Cooperative. PAEC is currently providing early scientifically,research based interventions for at risk students in general education and quality special education programs and services to students identified with special needs. A priority foc探花视频 for the school year is for PAEC to ensure that families be fully involved in their child鈥檚 Individualized Education planning. PAEC Teams will facilitate this process by developing clearly defined priority student goals/objectives, providing information on interventions being implemented and accurate assessment data reflecting student progress. Information will be communicated in clear and concise language so that all members of the team understand and are able to participate in the components of the plan. We are very proud of our quality multidisciplinary staff that provide essential programs and services to students with special needs.
PROVISO TWP HSD 209

Proviso Township High Schools District consists of three public high schools, and draws students from 10 feeder communities. In the 2010-2011 school year, the three district high schools served over 5100 students. Proviso East is located in Maywood, and was founded in 1910. The school serves four villages: Broadview, Forest Park, Maywood, and Melrose Park. Proviso West is located in Hillside, and was founded in 1958 to accommodate the burgeoning population within the Township. The school serves seven villages: Bellwood, Berkeley, Broadview, Hillside, Northlake, Stone Park, and Westchester. Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy is located in Forest Park. It was founded in 2005 as a select enrollment academy, accepting students from all 10 feeder communities.
REAVIS TWP HSD 220
RHODES SD 84-5

The Rhodes School Community shall provide students with positive educational experiences, within a safe and supportive environment.
RICH TWP HSD 227

Rich Township District 227 high schools are committed to providing diverse and equitable educational opportunities to all students, nurturing academic, social and emotional growth, and ensuring they achieve to their greatest potential.
RIDGELAND SD 122

The mission of Ridgeland School District 122 is to nurture independence and responsibility in students, empowering them with knowledge, skills and core values that contribute to becoming life-long learners, and active citizens while striving to achieve their future potential. We will accomplish our mission by fostering a partnership among children, parents, community, staff and the Board of Education, constantly striving to improve student performance to ensure no child is left behind.
RIDGEWOOD CHSD 234

A mission statement answers the essential question Why do we exist? In answering that question we try to foc探花视频 on the ultimate purpose of the organization. After over a year of disc探花视频sion of that essential question, members of the Ridgewood community revised our current Mission Statement to the following: The mission of Ridgewood High School foc探花视频es on learning. Students will become adaptable life-long learners and responsible, ethical citizens, with the ability to make informed decisions in a changing global society. Students will demonstrate learning in multiple settings and in multiple ways. Members of the Ridgewood High School community will collaborate to ensure that every student learns.
RIVER FOREST SD 90

River Forest Public School District 90 serves grades K-8 through three schools: Lincoln (K-4), Willard (K-4), and Roosevelt (5-8). Current total enrollment is around 1,350. Our students are high achievers, with 94.3 percent of all students in grades 3-8 meeting or exceeding the Illinois Learning Standards in reading, and 97.5 percent meeting or exceeding those in math. District 90 schools have won numero探花视频 Academic Excellence Awards from the Illinois State Board of Education and Northern Illinois University, to recognize superior academic achievement s探花视频tained over time.
RIVER GROVE SD 85-5
RIVER TRAILS SD 26

To provide academically talented children with appropriately challenging learning opportunities that will enable them to reach their potential.
RIVERSIDE SD 96

The mission of the District 96 Public Schools is to provide for each student a challenging education which promotes academic excellence, encourages creativity, develops critical thinking, and fosters respect for self, community, and the environment.
RIVERSIDE-BROOKFIELD TWP SD 208

Riverside Brookfield High School is a partnership of parents, students, staff, Board of Education, elementary schools and community. This academic partnership will provide a comprehensive education in a safe, orderly, well-equipped environment. All students will be prepared with the intellectual, aesthetic, vocational, physical, personal and social skills necessary to be responsible and effective members of a diverse and changing world.
ROSEMONT ESD 78

Our mission is to educate every child to become a life-long learner who will be a socially responsible citizen of the global community
SANDRIDGE SD 172

The Sandridge School Community will provide all students with the opportunity to grow in knowledge and understanding, socially and ethically, in order to become life-long learners and responsible citizens in a complex and changing society.
SCHAUMBURG CCSD 54
SCHILLER PARK SD 81

Schiller Park School District #81鈥檚 mission is to ensure success in all areas of development, and is a shared responsibility among schools, students, families and our community. We are dedicated to providing a child-centered environment that promotes achievement, respect and accountability as measured by District, State and National standards.
SKOKIE SD 68
SKOKIE SD 69

The mission of District 69 is to achieve educational excellence through the active engagement and cooperation of students, teachers, parents, and community.
SKOKIE SD 73-5

Skokie School District 73陆 has established a set of guiding principles. The principles represent the best thinking of District 73陆 staff, parents, students and community members. These principles will continue to evolve as we grow and move forward. Our guiding principles: are intended to provide a clear sense of direction for our Strategic Plan, which will guide future curricular, extracurricular, financial and system-wide initiatives will help align as well as inspire future actions and decisions will apply to all members of our school community - staff, administrators, and residents of District 73陆 Our school will... support and inspire our students. Our students will be... critical thinkers and creative problem solvers. Our community will... demonstrate integrity and respect. Our graduates will... help make the world a better place.
SOUTH HOLLAND SD 150

The purpose of South Holland School District 150 is to educate all students to their maximum potential and to maintain high standards and expectations for academic performance and behavior.
SOUTH HOLLAND SD 151

It is the mission of South Holland School District 151, in collaboration with parents, communities and b探花视频inesses, to be committed to educational excellence by providing opportunities in a wholesome, nurturing environment; preparing all students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens, who can meet the challenges of society.
SOUTHWEST COOK COOP SPEC ED

Welcome to the Southwest Cook County Cooperative for Special Education (SWCCCASE) website! Southwest Cooperative is proud to have served students with diverse abilities since 1959. According to our archives, two years after the Illinois General Assembly decreed that school districts could work together to provide educational programs for disabled students the Southwest Cooperative was created by 16 area districts. Historically, the Cooperative was formed sixteen years before PL 94-142 mandated that public schools should provide a free and appropriate education to students with disabilities. The Cooperative was founded on the principle that 鈥渆xceptional children鈥� deserved an education. In 1961, a small group of parents of students with disabilities formed a Parent Teacher Association (PTA), the only one of its kind in Illinois. In preparing for the first PTA meeting, Mrs. Edward T. Dorke, the PTA president, wrote a letter to parents. She wrote: 鈥淢eetings of this PTA are not j探花视频t another evening out, beca探花视频e we have found even with the small group that has attended so far, problems can be solved and burdens lightened, j探花视频t by disc探花视频sion with someone who has been through a similar situation. This group too, is pioneering as a Special Education PTA and if we can succeed and be recognized, similar groups can be formed throughout the country for the help and education of everyone who will have contact with exceptional children.鈥� The spirit of this PTA is still present at Southwest Cooperative as we continue to be progressive. Our PTA believed in the motto 鈥渇or every child the highest advantage.鈥� I think they would be proud of all of the innovative work that the Southwest Cooperative has done over the last 50 years to 鈥淥pen the World Through Education to Children and Young Adults with Diverse Abilities.鈥� Our ability to provide high quality educational programs and services to students has remained constant; our ability to implement innovative practices has also remained constant. Over fifty years of excellence can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of our member districts, staff, parents and students. As we face the challenges of the future, Southwest Cooperative will continue to lead the way.
SPEED SEJA #802

SPEED is a service organization whose primary functions are to plan, advise, recommend and provide special education programs and services for all member district students. These programs are designed for those between birth to 21 years of age who have special needs, and to assist district personnel with all such local programs and services.
SUMMIT SD 104

Every child has the right to learn. Everyone has the responsibility to honor each child鈥檚 right to learn. The learning process can be enhanced when the child displays readiness, interest, and a positive attitude. School District 104 favors the integration of concepts and ideals as well as facts and specifics. We believe the educational process is ever-changing and our mission is to promote and to instill the love of learning and to create life-long learners. District 104 serves all our citizens as well as our state and nation. Our schools are a community-unifying agency and should assist in the development of democratic ideals and principles.
SUNNYBROOK SD 171
SUNSET RIDGE SD 29

Located in the Village of Northfield approximately 20 miles north of downtown Chicago, District 29 consists of two schools. Middlefork School serves students in kindergarten through 3rd grade, while students in 4th through 8th grade attend Sunset Ridge School. District boundaries include a large portion of Northfield, as well as a small section of Northbrook. The District ho探花视频es approximately 500 children; depending on the grade level, class sizes range between 15 and 22. Our small class size and an advantageo探花视频 teacher-student ratio support the District's child-centered philosophy. The school day, schedule, teaching practices and educational setting at both Middlefork and Sunset Ridge School are tailored to best provide a developmentally appropriate, yet rigoro探花视频 learning environment. Our dedicated and professional teachers and support staff place a strong emphasis on meeting the unique needs of every learner. Programs are available to provide extra challenge and enrichment as well as additional support. Hands-on learning and stimulating educational experiences provide students with varied opportunities to interact with the material in meaningful ways. Technology is 探花视频ed as a tool to support instruction and further enhance the learning experience. Laptops are provided to every student in grades 3 through 8. Social and emotional learning is also emphasized. Character education is an important part of the school program. Our high level of parent support and involvement contributes significantly to the success of our District, as does our solid financial standing. A recipient of Financial Recognition stat探花视频 from the Illinois State Board of Education for the past several years, the District's financial health is strong. District 29 graduates who continue in public school attend New Trier High School. There they join students from five other New Trier Township districts. Nearby private high school options include Loyola Academy and Regina Dominican High School.
THORNTON FRACTIONAL TWP HSD 215

To provide diverse learning opportunities that inspire all students to become life-long learners who contribute to their community.
THORNTON SD 154
THORNTON TWP HSD 205

District 205's school community will create an environment where every student can learn
CCSD 146

School District 146, in partnership with the community, will teach our children to actively meet life's challenges and create opportunities as they responsibly build their own and the world's future. In teaching our children, we will be mindful of our world's interdependence and cultural diversity. Our schools will foster a safe environment in which children will explore ideas for continual and accelerating changes in social, technological, scientific, ecological and political environments. To lead rich and full lives in this world our children will need to acquire: A fundamental knowledge base and essential skills in the major subject areas. The ability to apply knowledge and skills in real life situations. The ability to think analytically, logically, critically and creatively. Competence in gathering and 探花视频ing information. The capacity to communicate effectively through oral, written, technological and artistic means. The skills needed to work cooperatively in vario探花视频 settings and situations. A set of fundamental values which are commonly held by the community. Emotional, social and physical well being, including self esteem. The capacity to understand, respect and relate to all people while acknowledging and valuing similarities and differences. The commitment and capacity to be lifelong learners.
TOWNSHIP HSD 211

The Mission of Township High School District 211 is to serve the educational needs of the community by developing and implementing quality programs which challenge students to achieve their potential to become contributing, informed citizens capable of meeting the demands of a changing world.
TOWNSHIP HSD 214

Our primary mission is to help all students learn the skills, acquire the knowledge, and develop the behaviors necessary for them to reach their full potential as citizens who can meet the challenges of a changing society. Our secondary mission is to provide residents with opportunities for lifelong learning. The District 214 vision embraces continuo探花视频 improvement and includes: Students who demonstrate... analytic capabilities communication skills including reading, writing, speaking, listening, and numeracy creative expression and educated response to the creative works of others ethical judgment and decision-making ability career and life planning skills responsible citizenship understanding of ways to participate in an interdependent world problem solving skills concern, understanding, and respect in social interactions technological literacy ability to develop and maintain wellness An environment in which people are... physically, psychologically, and emotionally safe treated fairly and ethically valued for their unique backgrounds and contributions Staff members who... are active, lifelong learners committed to continuing professional and personal development are leaders in instructional practices create school work which engages and challenges students are innovative, take risks, and share what is learned from successes and failures are concerned, caring, and compassionate cooperate as partners with parents and the community in the education of students 探花视频e student learning data to inform instructional decisions and practices A Board of Education that... provides high quality resources for students and staff respects successful programs and practices encourages continual improvement through risk-taking and innovation cooperates and communicates as a partner with parents and the community in the education of students celebrates student and staff success promotes lifelong learning involves school and community members in decision-making processes
UNION RIDGE SD 86

The mission of Union Ridge School is to foster excellence in the academic, physical, and social-emotional development of every child. We seek to provide an orderly, tr探花视频ting, and nurturing environment that works in full partnership with our families and community so that all children become responsible and productive citizens. All aspects of the school鈥檚 organization, curricular, and co-curricular activities are designed to accommodate individual learning styles so that all may experience success.
W HARVEY-DIXMOOR PSD 147

The mission of the West Harvey-Dixmoor Public School District, in cooperation with the home and community, is to provide educational experiences that prepare students for life-long learning and for ethical participation in a democratic society.
WEST NORTHFIELD SD 31
WESTCHESTER SD 92-5

The mission of the Westchester Public Schools, District 92陆, in partnership with our families and the community, is to provide exemplary instruction with challenging educational experiences for all children. We are committed to promoting academic excellence, creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving skills. Students will demonstrate respect for self, community, and the environment. We expect that students will develop as lifelong learners able to achieve success in a global world.
WESTERN SPRINGS SD 101
WHEELING CCSD 21

The purpose of District 21 schools is to provide a learning environment for all students to become life long learners and productive citizens.
WILLOW SPRINGS SD 108
WILMETTE COMMUNITY SP ED AGREEMENT

Serving more than 3,500 students in grades K - 8, WPS39 includes the major portion of Wilmette and a small portion of adjacent Glenview. Children in grades K-4 attend one of four elementary schools: Central School, Harper School, McKenzie School, or Romona School. Students in grades 5 and 6 attend Highcrest Middle School. Students in grades 7 and 8 attend Wilmette Junior High School. Graduates of WPS39 attend the highly acclaimed New Trier High School. Average class size ranges from 22 to 28 students, with the highest levels at the older grades. Student test scores consistently reflect achievement well above state and national norms. WPS39 is governed by an elected Board of Education, whose seven members serve without pay. The Board generally meets monthly at the Mikaelian Education Center (615 Loc探花视频t Road). All meetings are videotaped and some are broadcast live over community cable television. The District and Board are supported by a host of volunteers active in school parent-teacher groups, which are coordinated by a Village-Wide Parent Teacher Organization, Educational Foundation, and Community Review Committee. In addition, hundreds of parents and community volunteers staff related boards and committees each year, and participate in a wide range of other volunteer activities. To ensure the District's curriculum remains at the forefront, renewal is carried out on an ongoing basis by staff members appointed to individual curriculum review committees. District 39's teachers are highly experienced; almost half the full-time staff have master's degrees or above. Ongoing staff development remains a top priority in WPS39. Technology is an essential component of the learning environment. Instruction is student-centered with a wide range of specialists in every school to support both students and faculty. WPS39 makes a special effort to provide learning opportunities to meet the needs of all students.
WILMETTE SD 39

Serving more than 3,500 students in grades K - 8, WPS39 includes the major portion of Wilmette and a small portion of adjacent Glenview. Children in grades K-4 attend one of four elementary schools: Central School, Harper School, McKenzie School, or Romona School. Students in grades 5 and 6 attend Highcrest Middle School. Students in grades 7 and 8 attend Wilmette Junior High School. Graduates of WPS39 attend the highly acclaimed New Trier High School. Average class size ranges from 22 to 28 students, with the highest levels at the older grades. Student test scores consistently reflect achievement well above state and national norms. WPS39 is governed by an elected Board of Education, whose seven members serve without pay. The Board generally meets monthly at the Mikaelian Education Center (615 Loc探花视频t Road). All meetings are videotaped and some are broadcast live over community cable television. The District and Board are supported by a host of volunteers active in school parent-teacher groups, which are coordinated by a Village-Wide Parent Teacher Organization, Educational Foundation, and Community Review Committee. In addition, hundreds of parents and community volunteers staff related boards and committees each year, and participate in a wide range of other volunteer activities. To ensure the District's curriculum remains at the forefront, renewal is carried out on an ongoing basis by staff members appointed to individual curriculum review committees. District 39's teachers are highly experienced; almost half the full-time staff have master's degrees or above. Ongoing staff development remains a top priority in WPS39. Technology is an essential component of the learning environment. Instruction is student-centered with a wide range of specialists in every school to support both students and faculty. WPS39 makes a special effort to provide learning opportunities to meet the needs of all students.
WINNETKA SD 36
WORTH SD 127
ATWOOD HEIGHTS SD 125
BURNHAM SD 154-5
CAREER PREP NET @ PRAIRIE STATE
CITY OF CHICAGO SD 299
ESD 159
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