Lighthouse 112

In this episode of Lighthouse 112, I asked student committee members about their experiences on the North Shore School District 112 Modern Learning Committee. Earlier this year the District formed a Modern Learning Committee , the purpose of this committee is to guide and inform the decision-making process of District 112 regarding the integration of technology to leverage learning for all student...

The Eighteenth Annual APS Best Practice Initiatives showcases outstanding school and community programs and the educators demonstrating leadership and creativity in promoting the inclusion of all learners. This year we're thrilled that the APS at NSSED honors two District 112 schools and programs as Best Practice programs. We celebrate innovation in learning, advocacy, partnership, recreation and...

In this episode of Lighthouse 112, hear the voices of students, principals, teachers, and community activist leaders of WE Day. District 112 has hundreds of students in more than half of the schools participate in WE schools. We are proud of our focus on social justice inspired student leadership and service learning.

Civics education in North Shore School District 112 takes many forms. This year the long-standing Project Citizen programming was brought from Elm Place to Edgewood and Northwood. This year's first ever Spanish language public policy review took place this year! In this podcast we're sharing civics education coming to life from Northwood Jr. High School's 6th grade social studies engagement in aut...

In 2019-20, North Shore School District 112 will offer before care starting at 6:00am and after care ending at 6:00pm at all seven of the District's K-5 elementary schools! In this episode, Dr. Lubelfeld spends some time with Brett and Dixie of Innovation Learning discussing questions posed by members of the PTO (parent teacher organization) president's council at a recent meeting. Learn about reg...

For more than 20 years North Shore School District 112 middle School students have participated in the Center for Civic Education Project Citizen program. In this episode listen to student presentations and reflections in a simulated legislative hearing on proposed public policy. From their website: “Project Citizen is an interdisciplinary curricular program for middle, secondary, and post-seconda...

In this episode of Lighthouse 112, District 112 Chief Financial Officer Chris Wildman shares a bit about his personal story and the operations of the District. Chris shares what he is most proud of this year and what he's working on for next year. Chris also shares some awards and recognitions that his leadership has yielded in the proud stewardship of the DIstrict finances and operations. Finally...

Get to know the principal and associate principal at Edgewood Middle School in Highland Park, IL. Why did they enter administration? What is going on at their school? What are some cool events and transitions that are planned? Listen to the interview and find out!

The superintendent of schools sits down with the leaders at Oak Terrace elementary school in Highwood Illinois. Get to know more about the principals as people, in what they believe, and why their school is so special and wonderful. Take a few minutes and get to know what a dual language school is all about.

In this episode Dr. Lubelfeld and Nicholas Glenn discuss the Long-Range planning process in North Shore School District 112. Discussion includes process, input, student voice, and next steps. The Future starts NOW! Inspire...Innovate...Engage

Join us for an interview with Lindsey Rose the director for language programs. Learn about her deep rooted family history in Highland Park. Learn about her expertise in bilingual and biliteracy education; and learn about the dual language two way immersion Spanish English program in District 112!

As part of our engagement process we asked students at Northwood Jr. High School what they would like to see in their new middle school (current 6th grade students will likely graduate from the new Northwood). 7th and 8th grade students, while not personally or directly benefiting from the new school were asked for legacy insights. What would they like to share from their middle school experiences...

Today we are interviewing Dr. Kevin Ryan the assistant superintendent for teaching and learning in North Shore School District 112. Dr. Ryan is at the helm of the key functions of the teaching and learning department. In this episode we’re going to learn more about celebrations in the district, the math and English language arts and Spanish language arts curricular programming, support for teacher...

The superintendent of schools reviews and recaps the recently approved long range plan phase 1. He identifies how this podcast will be used in the overall communication plan for the district.

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