Chicago Heights School District 170
Mark Pesavento is an experienced physical education teacher currently serving at Chicago Heights School District 170 since August 2013. Initially focused on media classes from 2013 to 2022, Mark has expanded to teaching physical education to diverse student populations, including those with special needs. Mark has held multiple roles, including PLC Facilitator for Educational Media Clerks and Business Professionals of America advisor. As an Assistant Athletic Director, Mark coordinated district soccer tournaments and supervised athletic events. Previous experience includes teaching business and technology at Bloom Township District 206 and serving as a financial representative. Mark earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Education with a Coaching Endorsement from the University of Northern Iowa and a Master of Science in Secondary Education from Purdue University Northwest.
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Chicago Heights School District 170
Welcome, Bienvenidos to CHSD 170! Our Vision. Our Mission. Our Promise to You. We are proud to serve one of the most diverse areas in all of the South Chicagoland area. With more than 3,400 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, offering a wide curriculum of educational and extra-curricular activities, students have the opportunity to participate in exciting clubs, sports and advanced technology programs. Preparing them for a well-rounded, bright future is our mantra! At CHSD 170, it is our vision and mission to provide our students with as many opportunities as possible to meet their far reaching professional and personal goals. By combining our resources, internally and externally, we can, we will, help them achieve and succeed. OUR VISION “It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” Henry David Thoreau Within the next five years, Chicago Heights School District 170 will be ranked as one of the most diverse elementary school districts throughout the State of Illinois offering advanced state-of-the-art education and technology learning programs that facilitate professional and life preparedness, ensuring our students have every opportunity to achieve success. We will leave no stone unturned, no child behind.