District 45 serves a diverse student body of more than 3,400 children from Villa Park, Lombard, Oakbrook Terrace and Elmhurst. The District employs more than 400 highly-qualified staff dedicated to our seven core values. Each building is well-maintained, providing the most conducive environment for learning. Our District Mission is collaborating to ensure high levels of learning for all. Our Vision in District 45 is a collaborative community preparing students to successfully navigate a dynamic world. We include an emphasis on personalized learning, STEM, the fine arts, and extra-curricular opportunities allowing all students to connect with both the school and their peers. We are striving to provide the 21st Century skills necessary to navigate this ever-changing and dynamic world, and we are committed to the ultimate success of each child.

Education

School District 45

Dr. Brian Graber

Tiffany Balsitis

Lisa Grippo

Jeffrey Eagan

Annetta Spychalski

Tom Jackson

Kevin Carver

Christine Arado

Scott Dart

Raul Gaston

Laura Dubois

Kristin Simpkins

Kelly Nettleton

Julie Morse

Jill Amrhein

Frederic Leinweber

Andrea Derdenger

Michael Pinney

The Educational Support Staff at School District 45 plays a vital role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. This team, comprising program assistants, speech and language pathologists, health office RNs, and instructional coaches, collaborates to provide personalized academic assistance and social-emotional support to students. By addressing individual needs, connecting families to resources, and promoting a healthy school environment, they help ensure that all students can thrive and succeed in their educational journey.

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