Math SAC's curriculum work, approved by CCC, directly empowers students to achieve their full potential! 🍎📚 We're building a brighter future! #D83Shines
9 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
A photo of the Math Student Advisory Committee (SAC) members collaborating on curriculum development in a professional meeting room. The group is seated around a table with laptops, printed data, and instructional materials, focusing on the curriculum recently approved by the CCC (Curriculum Coordinating Council). The image captures the team engaged in a focused discussion aimed at enhancing math instruction to empower students and improve learning outcomes.
Thank you to our D83 Superintendent Dr. Giraldo & D83 Board of Education for providing a grab-and-go breakfast this morning in recognition of American Education Week. #WeAreD83 #MMSFalcons #MMSPRIDE
9 months ago, Tom Herion
A group photo of five staff members standing in a school hallway, holding breakfast parfaits and drinks. The women are smiling and wearing staff lanyards while posing in front of a beige brick wall decorated with colorful student artwork.
A photo of a staff member reaching for a snack at a breakfast station set up in a hallway. The table, draped with a green "Quest Food Management Services" runner, features a large bowl of fresh bananas and oranges, trays of yogurt parfaits, granola bars, and a coffee urn. The background shows a bulletin board covered with safety and labor law posters.
The Chamber Orchestra went to West Leyden HS for a day of meeting & talking to high school orchestra students, rehearse with them, and work with guest musicians. Students worked with professional clinicians to develop and grow their orchestra skills. Thanks to Mr. Tambroni for coordinating. #WeAreD83 #MMSFalcons #MMSPRIDE
9 months ago, Tom Herion
A photo of a music teacher instructing a student orchestra class inside a classroom with blue and white walls. The students are seated in chairs with music stands, playing string instruments, while the teacher stands on a podium at the front demonstrating with a violin. A projector screen in the background displays a schedule for a "Middle School Orchestra Festival".
A photo of a music teacher instructing a small group of students playing upright basses and cellos in a practice room. The teacher, dressed in a grey suit, gestures with a bow while explaining a technique to the attentive students. In the foreground, sheet music titled "March of the Meistersingers" sits on a stand, ready for rehearsal.
A wide-angle photo of a full student orchestra rehearsing in a spacious music classroom. A conductor stands on a podium at the front directing the students, who are seated in rows playing violins, violas, cellos, and basses. A second instructor stands to the right assisting the bass section, while the background features large windows and stored percussion and brass instruments along the walls.
Delayed Start PD with MedleyAI, EBP/Easter Seals, Behavior Strategies, Co-Teaching, & team planning show our commitment to the D83 vision! 💡 #D83Shines
9 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF highlighting a productive "Delayed Start" professional development morning for District 83 staff. The images transition through various groups of educators engaged in specialized training, including exploring MedleyAI tools on laptops, participating in EBP and Easter Seals workshops, and discussing classroom behavior strategies. Other scenes show co-teaching pairs collaborating on lesson plans and grade-level teams huddled together for collective planning. The reel captures a vibrant, district-wide atmosphere of professional growth and dedication to the D83 vision.
Amazing 22nd Annual Community Breakfast! 🥞 Seeing our students shine & partners connect confirms our shared path forward. We're dedicated to this vision! 🚀 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A celebratory slideshow GIF capturing highlights from the 22nd Annual District 83 Community Breakfast. The reel features scenes of a crowded event hall filled with local partners, families, and staff networking over breakfast. Students are seen "shining" as they perform, present, or lead activities, while various frames show community leaders engaged in conversation at decorated tables. The images transition through candid moments of connection and formal presentations, all illustrating the district's dedication to its shared vision and community partnerships.
Tim Burton portraits on full display at MMS!
10 months ago, Tom Herion
A photo of a school hallway display featuring student artwork titled "Portraits inspired by Tim Burton" on a red banner. The black and white pencil sketches, mounted on dark paper frames, showcase characters with exaggerated features typical of the director's style. A blue sign pointing towards the "Auditorium Exploratory" is visible on the beige brick wall to the left.
A close-up photo of a student artwork displayed on a tiled wall, featuring a pencil sketch of a character inspired by Tim Burton's style. The drawing depicts a person with spiky hair, large wide eyes, and a checkered collar, mounted on a black paper frame with jagged, wavy edges.
A close-up photo of a student's pencil drawing displayed on a beige tiled wall. The artwork, framed in a black paper oval with white rose details, depicts a girl with large pigtail bows and a button for one eye, created in a Tim Burton-inspired style.

1st year D83 teachers learning a lot with @ThinkingMaps this afternoon! Great to invest in tools that drive our long-term vision. 🚀 #D83Shines

10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
A photo of first-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop focused on Thinking Maps. The educators are gathered in a collaborative learning space, working with colorful visual organizers and instructional tools on their tables. The image captures the new teachers engaged in discussion and hands-on practice, highlighting the district’s investment in foundational strategies that support long-term student success and instructional vision.
Across D83, we're uniting on key initiatives for student success! Productive meetings at Westdale, MMS, and Scott School focused on Goals, Growth, Wellbeing, SEL, & Curriculum updates (including PowerPTC, Library, NWEA, & Tapestry). We're collaborating district-wide to prepare for upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences and drive our shared vision of excellence into action! 🚀✨ #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A comprehensive slideshow GIF showcasing district-wide collaboration across Westdale, MMS, and Scott School. The reel features various scenes of educators and administrators in productive meetings, focusing on key initiatives such as student growth, SEL (Social Emotional Learning), and wellbeing. Frames show staff working on laptops to navigate PowerPTC, reviewing library resources, and analyzing NWEA and Tapestry curriculum updates. The images transition through vibrant classrooms and conference rooms, capturing teams huddled together to prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences and aligning their efforts to drive the district's shared vision of excellence.
Supporting Growth & Wellbeing and Curriculum updates to ensure we meet our goals at MMS. Great collaboration today. Were getting ready for upcoming conferences! 💻✨ #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A group of smiling staff members sits around a large laboratory table in a science classroom, with laptops and notebooks open for a collaborative meeting. The room is equipped with lab sinks and gas jets, and blue cabinets line the wall behind the team, while one member in the foreground wears a black NASA hoodie.
A staff member sits at a desk in a sunlit classroom, typing on a laptop surrounded by papers and teaching materials. The wall behind him features a "LEARNING IS SWEET" banner, various math formula posters, and a colorful spinning prize wheel.
Four staff members work collaboratively in a math classroom, with two teachers sharing a laptop at a curved table in the foreground while colleagues work at a desk in the background. The room features rows of student desks and walls lined with educational posters on topics like "Algebraic Rules" and "Angles and Lines".
MMS students make a difference during "Make a Difference Day" this past weekend. 7th grade group cleaned for Schiller Park district, as well as picked up litter around the dog park and train station. #MMSFalcons #WeAreD83
10 months ago, Tom Herion
A photo of two students participating in an outdoor activity near a line of trees and bushes. One student, wearing bright yellow gloves, reaches into the foliage, while another walks through the grass carrying a white bucket. The sun shines through the leaves in the background, highlighting the natural setting.
A selfie-style group photo taken by a smiling male teacher in the foreground. Behind him, a diverse group of about a dozen students poses against a plain wall, with many flashing peace signs and wearing navy blue hoodies featuring the "Mannheim Falcons" logo.
Staff PD brings us together with a shared vision & common goals! Co-Teaching, Lesson Design, & training are key steps on our roadmap to empower all students. #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A collaborative slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in various professional development sessions. The reel transitions through scenes of teachers working in co-teaching pairs to plan inclusive lessons, educators huddled around laptops for lesson design workshops, and large-group training sessions held in vibrant school settings. The images capture a focused and unified atmosphere, showing staff members brainstorming on whiteboards and reviewing curriculum materials, all highlighting the district's roadmap to empowering students through shared instructional goals.
So proud to support BPAC as they prep a presentation on strengthening school culture. This work moves us closer to our D83 vision! 💻🤝 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of members from the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) collaborating in a meeting space. The group is gathered around a laptop and several documents, focused on preparing a presentation about strengthening school culture. The image captures a sense of partnership and dedication as the team works together to align their efforts with the District 83 vision for an inclusive and supportive school community.
So proud of our Social Studies team! Building meaningful curriculum for all students, ensuring equitable access to future-ready learning. Living our commitment! #D83Shines 📚💻
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
A photo of the Social Studies curriculum team engaged in a professional planning session. The educators are seated together at a large table with laptops open, reviewing instructional materials and digital resources. The image captures the group in a focused discussion, highlighting their collaborative effort to build an equitable and meaningful curriculum that prepares students for future-ready learning in alignment with District 83’s core commitments.
Year 2 Teachers refresh @ECRAGROUP understanding with student growth & wellbeing data analysis. We are committed to our collective D83 goals! 🌟 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
A photo of second-year District 83 teachers participating in a professional development workshop with the ECRA Group. The educators are gathered around tables with laptops and data reports, deeply engaged in analyzing student growth and wellbeing metrics. The scene captures a collaborative atmosphere as the teachers work together to interpret data trends, reflecting the district’s collective commitment to using evidence-based insights to meet student goals.
D83 PE teachers are having meaningful discussions on assessing student skills, a key step in our roadmap for success! Committed to our shared vision. 🚀 #D83Shines
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers in front of poster charts gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers in front of poster charts gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of a presenter in front of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
A photo of District 83 Physical Education teachers gathered in a meeting space for a professional development session. The educators are engaged in an active discussion around a conference table, reviewing assessment rubrics and instructional materials focused on student skill development. The image captures a collaborative and professional atmosphere, highlighting the team's commitment to the district's roadmap for success and their shared vision for physical education.
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Math PD Day is a huge step in our work to ensure all students succeed! Our team is dedicated to supporting this continuous improvement journey. Our Paras continue to learn strategies in working with students. Go D83! #D83Shines ✨
10 months ago, Robert Junna
A dynamic slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in a comprehensive Math Professional Development day. The scenes transition between teachers collaborating in large groups to analyze math instructional strategies and paraprofessionals engaged in specialized breakout sessions to learn hands-on student support techniques. The images show staff using whiteboards, manipulatives, and laptops, capturing a high-energy environment dedicated to continuous improvement and student success.
A dynamic slideshow GIF featuring District 83 staff participating in a comprehensive Math Professional Development day. The scenes transition between teachers collaborating in large groups to analyze math instructional strategies and paraprofessionals engaged in specialized breakout sessions to learn hands-on student support techniques. The images show staff using whiteboards, manipulatives, and laptops, capturing a high-energy environment dedicated to continuous improvement and student success.

BPAC's free Friday concert with Mariachi Herencia de México for our K-8 students & families! We're committed to cultivating lifelong learners & strengthening community connections. 🇲🇽🎶 #D83Shines

10 months ago, Robert Junna
A vibrant slideshow GIF capturing the energy of the BPAC-hosted community concert featuring the Grammy-nominated group Mariachi Herencia de México. The frames show K-8 students and their families gathered in a packed school gymnasium, with the musicians dressed in traditional charro outfits performing on stage with violins, trumpets, and guitars. The images transition between shots of the lively musical performance, smiling families dancing in the aisles, and the community coming together in celebration, highlighting District 83’s commitment to cultural enrichment and lifelong learning.
Calm Corners Support Student Well-Being: At MMS, we believe that learning happens best when students feel calm, focused, and ready to engage. This year, each classroom features a Calm Corner Tools: a designated space where students can take a short break, reset, and practice self-regulation strategies with tools such as fidgets & manipulatives . Our goal is to help every Falcon learn not just what to think, but how to think and feel in moments of challenge.
10 months ago, Tom Herion
A photo of three staff members working together in an office to assemble small gift bags filled with candy and toys. They are organizing the items into rows of colorful plastic baskets on a large table, with motivational quotes about teamwork and integrity visible on the wall behind them. The staff members are smiling and wearing blue attire, including a "Mannheim Falcons" t-shirt.
MMS PRIDE Quarter 1 Assembly is officially underway! Celebrating student success + featuring our MMS clubs, activities & sports. #MMSFalcons #WeAreD83 #MMSPRIDE
10 months ago, Tom Herion
A wide-angle photo of a packed school gymnasium during a student assembly. Students fill the wooden bleachers to the right and sit on the basketball court floor to the left, all facing a stage area where large blue letters spell out "PRIDE". The gym walls are decorated with championship banners and the Mannheim Middle School logo
A line of male students stands on the gymnasium basketball court holding certificates during a school assembly. Behind the students, a staff member speaks at a podium on a stage draped with blue curtains, located directly beneath large letters on the wall spelling "PRIDE".
A photo of students participating in a lively "mummy wrap" game during a school assembly in the gymnasium. Pairs of students are frantically wrapping their partners in rolls of toilet paper while standing on the wooden basketball court, which features large blue "FALCONS" lettering in the foreground. Staff members look on from the background near the stage, observing the fun competition.
A photo of two students posing on the basketball court after a game. The boy on the left is wrapped in toilet paper from a "mummy" contest, while the girl on the right smiles and holds up her index finger, indicating a win. Both students are wearing navy blue hoodies with the "Mannheim Falcons" logo.
MMS Fall Band Concert was a "symphonic success." Bravo to our students for a wonderful performance! #WeAreD83 #MMSFalcons #MMSPRIDE
11 months ago, Tom Herion
A group photo of seven band students dressed in all-black concert attire posing in a music classroom. Several students hold large instruments, including a tuba and a bass clarinet, while music stands and a wall poster reading "BEADGCF" are visible in the background.
A photo of a student band performing on stage in front of white acoustic panels. The students, dressed in white shirts and black pants, are seated and playing instruments including clarinets, saxophones, and trumpets. To the right, a male conductor stands on a podium directing the ensemble.
A high-angle photo of a large student concert band performing on stage, with a conductor standing on a podium in the foreground directing the ensemble. The students are dressed in all-black formal attire and are playing a variety of instruments, including percussion, brass, and woodwinds, against a backdrop of tall beige acoustic panels.