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#54Retiree & @Lakeview54 art teacher William Higgins shared his talent and love for art with students at 7 schools over the past 30 years. His dedication earned him the D54 Above and Beyond Award. In retirement, he plans to ski, explore Minnesota and cook for his wife.

_ @D54Blackwell Paraprofessional and #54Retiree Patty Waterloo is known for her dedication to students. She received a D54 Above and Beyond Award after making 100 weighted lap pads for students with sensory needs. "I am so proud to have been a part of the District 54 family."

The kids at @D54Blackwell enjoyed perfect weather during their annual charity walk today. Throughout the past month, students have raised $4,600 and counting for the @D54Foundation!

Colleen Mortenson reflects on her 22-year career in District 54: "I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with an amazing group of administrators, teachers & colleagues.” She is now looking forward to spending time with family & friends. #54Retiree

The @HHooverhawks Prairie Partners Environmental Club had their final meeting for 2023-24, planting 75 native species & doubling Hoover's prairie size! TY Schaumburg Community Garden Club & @meadmustangs54 mentors for your help! Want to start a club? Contact @54TomPfeifer54 🌱🌻

Clare Harling loves teaching fifth-grade students at @D54Blackwell, because "they know the expectations and they have this drive to achieve them." Read more at facebook.com/d54schools. #54StaffSpotlight

Janice Pike started her D54 career 37 years ago as an @EaglesAldrin 6th-grade teacher. One can only imagine the number of students Janice has impacted over her almost four decades at Aldrin. In "retirement" Janice plans to continue working as a paraprofessional. #54Retiree

Back to where it all began! The Class of 2024 revisited @nergeschool today, marveling at how small everything seems now. It's amazing to see how far they've come from these "tiny" halls. Congrats graduates! 🎓✨

Thank you, Dianna Kudjer, for all you have done the past 10 years to support our schools through your work in Business Operations. Wishing her endless joy during her travel adventures in retirement! #54Retiree

Reminder: Tomorrow, May 22, is a half day for all students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and there is no school for Early Learning Center students.

Today we are celebrating #54Retiree Barb DiMatteo's 29 years at @AddamsCrusaders. "It's been a pleasure to have worked with so many caring educators," she said. In retirement, Barb plans to volunteer with her therapy dog at schools.

D54 is offering English as a Second Language conversation clubs for parents this summer. Join 1 hour sessions for 4 weeks to enhance English skills. Choose from 3 sessions. Register at sd54.org/languageandculture.

Dana Piraino, @EinsteinOwls54 gifted education resource teacher, impacted countless lives in her 30 years as an educator. Her passion for empowering student voice & leadership earned the @ISBEnews Those Who Excel Award for her work as a student ambassador facilitator. #54Retiree

Pamela Sanchez, the @IkeEagleNews learning resource associate, started 30 years ago in D54 as a lunch supervisor. She calls District 54 her second home, and is grateful to the kind staff. In retirement, she plans to enjoy family time, reading, golf & walking her dog. #54Retiree

It’s another special edition of #54High5Friday! The memorable moments we’re celebrating this week all have to do with the ABC Countdown to the last day of school! @halewolves54 @Lakeview54 @DirksenDolphins @nergeschool @D54Fairview

Past, present and future @LPPrairieDogs community members: Join us tomorrow, May 18, from 2-5 p.m. to celebrate 25 years! Reconnect, enjoy a walk down memory lane and honor Lincoln Prairie. Don't miss music by the talented orchestra, chorus and band!

District 54 Young Athletes Day wouldn't be complete without our youngest learners, the Early Learning Center Sprouts! It's been another great day of fitness, fun and inclusion! @D54Grizzlies @SchaumburgParks