Welcome to D102, Harsh Kamra! Joining us as a RISE Classroom Assistant at Meridian, Harsh brings great enthusiasm and positive energy to District 102.

"I enjoy my work no matter what I’m doing, and I’m so excited to join D102 because of the friendly working environment, great people, wonderful opportunities, and a great place to learn!"

Please join us in giving Harsh a warm welcome to Meridian! 🌟📚✨

#NewToD102
about 6 hours ago, District 102
New staff member, Harsh Kamra
Welcome to the Library: 3rd Graders Check Out Their First Books! 📚✨🎈
Mrs. Goldstein gathered her third-grade library class in the reading room for a read-aloud featuring "I’m So Happy You’re Here" by Mychal Threets! 📖💙

The class reviewed library procedures and checkout routines and officially checked out their very first books of the new school year! 🏫🌟

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #CommittedToD102
about 10 hours ago, District 102
Mrs. Goldenstein checking out books to students at the desk.
Student reaching for a book on the shelf.
4 boys sitting at a table smiling reading books.
STudenst standing in a line holding books.
Boy sitting at a table reading.
Student holding her books and smiling.
Student pulling a book from the shelf.
Students standing at the checkout desk with Mrs. G.
Welcome to the team, Saravanapriya Ramsubramanian! Joining us as a Special Education Classroom Assistant at Pritchett, Saravanapriya brings a wonderful passion for supporting student growth to District 102.

"My favorite part of working in education is helping children learn new things and watching them grow over time. I am truly excited to join District 102, inspired by its diverse population and engaged school community!"

Help us give a warm welcome to Saravanapriya! 🌟📚✨

#NewToD102
about 14 hours ago, District 102
S.R. New staff post
Welcome to D102, AJ DiSalvo! Joining us as a Special Education Lead Assistant at Pritchett, AJ brings wonderful energy and a deep dedication to student growth in District 102.

"My favorite part of education is seeing student growth over time and building meaningful bonds with students and staff. "

Help us give a warm welcome to AJ! ✨

#NewToD102
1 day ago, District 102
AJ DiSalvo new staff feature.
Life in Numbers: 5th Graders Connect Through Math! 🔢🎨✨
Math is everywhere, and Ms. Josefowicz’s 5th graders proved it in the coolest way! Our students recently collaborated to create a giant number 5 to represent their brand-new grade level. Students reflected on their own "life in numbers" and discovered all the unique ways math shows up in their daily lives.

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #CommittedToD102
1 day ago, District 102
3 girls sitting at a table that is low to floor. Girls sitting on the floor working.
2 boys sitting at table working and smiling.
2 girls sititng at their desk working.
Ms. J looking at an ipad with a student.
Welcome to D102, Lexi Robinson! Joining us as the new Associate Principal at Pritchett, Lexi brings a wonderful passion for leadership and community to District 102.

"My favorite part of education is the connections with students and staff, seeing the smiles on faces when they learn something new."

Help us give a warm welcome to Lexi! 🏫✨

#NewToD102
2 days ago, District 102
Alexis Robinson new staff bio:
Welcome to the team, Monica Tauber! Joining us as a speech-language pathologist at Tripp and AJHS, Monica brings a wonderful dedication to supporting our students in District 102.

"The welcoming and kind-hearted team has made me excited to become part of the D102 community!"

Help us give a warm welcome to Monica! 🗣️✨

#NewToD102
3 days ago, District 102
New Staff Bio
Bus Safety First in D102! 🚌
Safety on the ride to and from school is always a top priority! Across all of our schools, our students participated in annual bus evacuation drills to practice key safety procedures.

Thanks to our staff and drivers for guiding our students through these important drills!

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #Committed2D102
4 days ago, District 102
Students on the bus with the driver listening to safety tips.
Bus driver talking to students on the
Girls hopping off the back of the bus for a drill.
Boy hops off of back door of bus.
Welcome to D102, Kristina Vezmar! Joining us as the new music teacher at Pritchett, Kristina brings a wonderful passion for music and learning to District 102.

"I am most excited to start my teaching journey in such a tight-knit and supportive school district and community!"

Help us give a warm welcome to Kristina! 🎶✨

#NewToD102
6 days ago, District 102
Kristina Vezmar headshot photo and quote: Welcome to the team, Kristina Vezmar! Joining us as the new music teacher at Pritchett, Kristina brings a wonderful passion for music and learning to District 102. "I am most excited to start my teaching journey in such a tight-knit and supportive school district and community!"
First Week Vibes: 10/10! 🎒✨
It's official - ALL D102 students are back in school!
6 days ago, District 102
5 girls standing by the railing.
2 boys working on math.
Dr. MOreland doing the PES promise.
3 girls working on the floor.
2 girls doing a math project.
2 boys writing on the board.
2 boys eating lunch and talking.
Teacher walks with student.
TES students raising their arms up.
2 girls doing a math problem.
Our 3rd graders at Tripp had a blast visiting the library to check out their very first books of the school year! 🏫

Thanks to Mrs. Goldstein for making the library so welcoming. Happy reading!

#D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent #Committed2D102
6 days ago, District 102
Librarian standing with students at her desk.
students lined up.
girl standing by book.
Boys checking out books.
4 boys reading books.
Girl checking out books.
Boy reading book.
Our Early Childhood team is sending a big shoutout to all of our amazing students and families for a wonderful year ahead! 🏫
6 days ago, District 102
Early Childhood teacher standing and posing for a photo.
Welcome to D102, Angelina Hernandez! Joining us as a first-grade Spanish dual language teacher at Tripp School, Angelina brings a wonderful passion for language and learning to District 102.

"I love watching children grow and learn with enthusiasm and curiosity, and I value being part of such a supportive team environment."

Help us give a warm welcome to Angelina!✨

#NewToD102
7 days ago, District 102
New staff member Angelinan Hernandez. Photo with quote: "I love watching children grow and learn with enthusiasm and curiosity, and I value being part of such a supportive team environment."
Welcome to D102, Jessica Cipicchio! Joining us as a new special education teacher at AJHS, Jessica brings a wonderful enthusiasm for inspiring young minds in District 102.

"I love seeing students' curiosity light up when complex concepts click, using junior high energy to make learning relevant to daily life."

Help us give a warm welcome to Jessica! 🌟📚

#NewToD102
8 days ago, District 102
Jessica Cipicchio headshot and quote: "I love seeing students' curiosity light up when complex concepts click, using junior high energy to make learning relevant to daily life."
Welcome to D102, Claire Fraser! Joining us as a social worker at Pritchett and Early Childhood, Claire brings a wonderful dedication to supporting our youngest learners in District 102.

"My favorite part of working in education is building meaningful connections with young people to inspire them to reach their full potential, and I am thrilled to join such a kind, welcoming school community."

Help us give a warm welcome to Claire! 💙✨

#NewToD102
8 days ago, District 102
New staff photo of Claire Fraser and a quote: "My favorite part of working in education is building meaningful connections with young people to inspire them to reach their full potential, and I am thrilled to join such a kind, welcoming school community."
Welcome to D102, Maddie Dillon! Joining us as a new special education teacher at AJHS, Maddie brings a strong passion for supporting student success to District 102.

"I love watching my students grow throughout the year and am excited to meet the school's staff and families."

Help us give a warm welcome to Maddie! 🌟📚

#NewToD102
9 days ago, District 102
New teacher, Maddie Dillon Headshot photo with quote: "I love watching my students grow throughout the year and am excited to meet the school's staff and families."
What an incredible turnout for our 1st through 8th Grade Meet & Greet events! Our students showed commitment as they dropped off supplies, reconnected with classmates, and met their new teachers. 🏫💙

Huge thanks to our families and staff for making the event a success. We are so excited to kick off an amazing year ahead! 🌟

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #CommittedToD102
9 days ago, District 102
Teacher giving high five to student.
STudent giving a thumbs up by a locker.
Mom and daughter unpacking supplies at a desk.
Teachers pointing to the back to school sign.
STudent holding supplies by a panther decal.
mom and daughter standing at a desk smiling.
Dr. Moreland walking with a family down the hallway.
Father and daughter holding supplies standing in hallway.
Teacher showing a student her desk.
What an exciting morning at our Early Childhood and Kindergarten Meet & Greet! Our youngest students were able to see their new classrooms, meet their amazing teachers, and drop off their supplies. Some even completed a special classroom scavenger hunt to explore their new spaces! 🧩🖍️

We are so excited to officially welcome our littlest learners for their very first day of school tomorrow, August 25! 🌟

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #CommittedToD102
10 days ago, District 102
Parent and mom doing a scavenger hunt.
Student organzing his supplies
Student pointing at a screen.
STudents drawing a picture of themselves.
Teacher standing with a dad and two students.
STudent standing with his parent in a classroom.
Student standing with his mom and teacher.
2 students (boy and girl) hugging.
Dad and son sitting at a table writing with a marker.
Girl smiling in her new classroom.
Welcome to the team, Rachel Salzstein! Joining us as a social worker at Tripp and Meridian, Rachel brings a deep dedication to supporting our students and community.

"I am passionate about building meaningful connections with students and staff, making my return to District 102 as an alumna especially meaningful."

Help us give a warm welcome back to Rachel! 💙✨

#NewToD102 #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent @WelcomeToD102
11 days ago, District 102
Rachel new staff celebration. Photo includes a quote: "I am passionate about building meaningful connections with students and staff, making my return to District 102 as an alumna especially meaningful."
What a great first 2 days of school! Everyone across D102 is so excited and fully committed to making this an amazing year together.

We couldn’t help but jump on the "kinda chic" trend to show off a few moments from our incredible first two days!

#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #CommitedToD102.

13 days ago, District 102
Photo of a boy getting off the bus.
PIc of a girl organizing school supplies.
Photo of student organizing her locker
Photo of Dr. Moreland with a mom and student
Photo of students talking to the busses.
Photo of a girl wearing a dress with pencils.
Photo of 2 teachers standing together in matching shirts.
student showing a mom and classmate around.
4 students
Students sitting at a table in new construction.