Lisa A. Small

Lisa Small was named the eighth superintendent of schools for Township High School District 211 in October 2019, effective July 1, 2020. Prior to being named superintendent, Dr. Small served as associate superintendent for instruction for six years, 2014-2020, and was instrumental in increasing advanced placement opportunities, as well as dual credit and career pathways course offerings, and implementing the District’s new wellness program and Student Readiness Plan. Dr. Small previously served as principal at William Fremd High School for six years, from 2008-2014. She began her teaching career in January 1992 at Stevenson High School before coming to Hoffman Estates High School as a science and mathematics teacher in August 1992. Dr. Small moved into administration in 2000 when she was named an assistant principal at Hoffman Estates High School, serving in that role for two years. She also coached girls and boys volleyball for 10 years while at the school. In 2002, she was named assistant principal at Fremd High School, and then appointed as the District's director of instructional improvement in 2004 before being named principal. Dr. Small received her bachelor’s degree in biology from The Ohio State University in 1991 and her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction – secondary education from Northern Illinois University in 1997. She earned a certificate of advanced studies in educational leadership administration and supervision from National Louis University in 2000, and her doctorate of education in curriculum and instruction from Loyola University-Chicago in 2005. Dr. Small was recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education with a Those Who Excel award in 2011, 2016, and 2018.