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For the Spring Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 39 nominations.

At Turning Point’s annual Paint the Night Purple Gala, Bernotas Middle School’s Nicole Thompson was honored with the very first Turning Point Heart Award.

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students from Lundahl Middle School (LMS) have partnered with students at South Elementary for a six-week mentorship program called Learning Buddies, focused on skill-building and leadership development. This initiative not only strengthens leadership qualities in middle school students but also fosters meaningful connections with younger students, creating a bridge between schools in District 47

District 47 is proud to highlight the inspiring journey of two dedicated staff members who transitioned from support roles to full-time teaching positions through the Teacher Vacancy Grant. This grant has played a pivotal role in helping fill critical teaching positions while investing in the growth and development of District 47 staff

District 47 is proud to celebrate three outstanding educators who have been recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) through its Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year program. Nominated by educators, administrators, and community members, these awards honor educators for their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to student success.

The board approved Kathryn Cruz as the new principal of West Elementary starting with the 2025-26 school year. Upon the retirement of current principal Beth Klinsky at the end of the current (2024-25) school year, Cruz will assume her new position on July 1, 2025.

For the Winter Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 42 nominations.