Our Spartans played their first Volleyball games this week! We love cheering them on!
#ShiningSpartans

3 months ago, Jason Smith
An action-oriented, wide-angle shot of a youth volleyball game in a brightly lit school gymnasium. In the foreground, a girl wearing a light blue jersey with the number 13 is captured from behind, mid-motion as she serves the ball. The volleyball is frozen in the air just above the net. On her side of the court, three teammates in matching blue uniforms watch the play, while the opposing team in dark blue and white jerseys stands ready across the net. A referee stands on a raised platform to the right, overseeing the match. Spectators and other players line the perimeter of the court against blue padded walls, and basketball hoops are visible at either end of the gym.
An action-oriented view from the sidelines of a youth volleyball game in a school gymnasium. A group of spectators sits on folding chairs and benches along a wall with blue protective padding, watching the match intently. On the wooden court, a player in a light blue jersey with the number 18 stands ready near the net, while opposing players in dark blue and white uniforms are visible across the court. A referee stands on an elevated platform near the net, and a basketball hoop is mounted on the wall above the seating area.
A close-up action shot of a youth volleyball match in a gymnasium. In the foreground, two players in light blue jerseys with numbers 27 and 11 watch as a player on the opposing team, wearing a dark blue and white uniform, jumps to hit the ball over the net. A coach or official in a dark hoodie stands in the background against a blue padded wall decorated with colorful posters. The scene captures the high energy and concentration of the student-athletes during the play.
A young volleyball player in a blue and white jersey prepares to serve the ball during an indoor game. She stands mid-court, holding the volleyball in her left hand with her right arm pulled back, ready for an underhand serve. Two teammates in matching uniforms and black knee pads look on from the foreground, while a coach or official stands near the net in the background against a blue padded wall.
A group of youth volleyball players in blue and white jerseys are positioned on an indoor court during a game. In the foreground, a boy in bright pink sneakers and black knee pads stands in a ready stance, focused on the play. Behind him, other teammates are spread across the wooden court, while spectators and staff sit near a scoreboard along the blue padded gymnasium wall.
A view from behind spectators watching a youth volleyball game in a gymnasium. Two teams are shaking hands at the net under the supervision of a coach. The foreground shows the backs of several people, including a person in a grey jacket and another in a tan hoodie with red text that reads "ways to show love." A tall blue padded referee stand is visible on the left side of the net.

We have the BEST STAFF at Scott! Mr. Sarlo is in the "Spotlight" this week!
#ShiningSpartans

3 months ago, Jason Smith
Scott School Spartan Staff Spotlight graphic featuring Danny Sarlo, a 2nd Grade Special Education teacher. The graphic lists his experience as 13 years at Scott and 13 years in District 83. It includes three Q&As: for his dream job, he lists professional golfer; for free time activities, he lists working out, playing video games, and spending quality time with his dog; and for the best thing about working at Scott, he answers, "Seeing student growth and working with wonderful people!"
We LOVE catching our kiddos doing GREAT things! When they get caught, they get a SPARTAN TICKET, and they put it in the box by the office. Every Friday, we call down 10 lucky winners to grab a prize!
#ShiningSpartans
3 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling young student with curly hair and clear glasses stands in the school office, holding up a peace sign with his right hand. He is wearing a white long-sleeved polo shirt and dark pants, with file cabinets visible in the background.
A smiling young student with short dark hair stands in a school office with a tiled floor. He is looking up at the camera wearing a white polo shirt and blue pants, with beige file cabinets behind him.
A smiling student wearing a dark "New Balance" hoodie stands in a school office holding a small blue object in his hand.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, holding up a small yellow ball with red spots. He is wearing a navy blue quarter-zip sweater with a cartoon zipper charm and dark pants, with beige file cabinets in the background.
A smiling young student with short dark hair holds up a colorful slap bracelet featuring text like "OMG" and "LOVE" with both hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt, dark pants, and black sneakers, standing on a tiled floor in a school office with beige file cabinets behind him.
A smiling young student with short dark hair stands in a school office holding a small blue object with both hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt, dark pants, and black sneakers, with beige file cabinets in the background.
A smiling young student with long wavy hair stands in a school office, holding a small yellow and brown object with both hands. She is wearing a white textured cardigan, dark pants, and white sneakers, with beige file cabinets in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a blue t-shirt with a white "Scott School Spartans" logo. He is holding a thin, patterned band with both hands, dressed in dark pants and red and black sneakers, with beige file cabinets visible behind him.
A smiling young student with long dark hair stands in a school office, holding a pink patterned band with both hands. She is wearing a white long-sleeved polo shirt with a necklace and dark pants, with beige file cabinets and a cardboard box visible in the background.
Enger, Scott, Roy & MMS diving into PLCs, Desmos & Curriculum! 📚 MECC in purposeful planning. 🧩 Ms. Kjome & Westdale analyzing data. 📊 Staff & Paras across D83 are collaborating to empower every student to reach their full potential! 🚀 #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF showcasing collaborative professional development across District 83 schools. The video features various scenes of educators, including Enger, Scott, Roy, and MMS, working in small groups with laptops and Desmos math software. Other clips show staff at MECC engaged in "purposeful planning" with curriculum guides, and Ms. Kjome leading data analysis at Westdale. Throughout the reel, a diverse group of teachers, administrators, and paraprofessionals are seen smiling, brainstorming at whiteboards, and reviewing student work in vibrant classroom settings, all highlighting a district-wide culture of collaboration and student empowerment.
Scott School PLCs & Paras collaborating! 🤝 Adapting environments to empower every student to reach their full potential. 🌟 #D83Shines
3 months ago, Robert Junna
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Check out some 1st graders celebrating the 100th day of school on Tuesday!
#ShiningSpartans

3 months ago, Jason Smith
Students and staff in a busy classroom working on a "100th Day Necklace" activity using cereal loops. A staff member in a grey "Spartans" hoodie sits with a student in the foreground filling out a counting worksheet, while other children work at desks in the background, some wearing paper crowns.
A young student wearing glasses and a paper crown that reads "100 dias más inteligente" sits at a desk. In front of him is a worksheet titled "My 100th Day Necklace," which is covered in rows of colorful cereal loops.
A row of students sits at desks completing a "My 100th Day Necklace" activity using colorful cereal loops. A student in a yellow jacket works in the foreground next to an orange paper crown, while a classmate in a white shirt raises his hand, with other students visible working in the background.
A young student sits at his desk wearing a paper crown that reads "Hip Hip Hooray It's the 100th Day" and a cereal loop necklace. He is holding a pencil over a worksheet titled "100 Day Monster," with a teacher and other students working in the background.
A student stands near a whiteboard examining a bag of cereal loops, while a classmate with beaded braids works on a "100 Day Monster" activity sheet at her desk. Other students are seated in rows in the background of the colorful classroom, working on their projects.
Three students sit at a round table in a classroom engaging with an educational building block game. A smiling girl in a navy jacket holds up a pink block and a card, while two classmates focus on assembling colorful plastic pieces on the table.
A group of students sits on a blue classroom rug working on jigsaw puzzles. A smiling girl in the foreground holds up a small container, while a classmate wearing a "Hip Hip Hooray It's the 100th Day" paper crown sits nearby, surrounded by other students assembling puzzle pieces.
Three students collaborate to build a tall pyramid structure using red plastic cups on the classroom floor. A student in a bright blue hoodie kneels to adjust the stack, while a classmate in a dark blue outfit stands nearby watching the activity.
A group of five students sits on a tiled floor collaborating to build a tall pyramid structure using red plastic cups. A girl in a plaid shirt places a cup near the top of the stack, while a boy in a navy hoodie gestures excitedly as they work together on the construction project.
We have TH E BEST TEACHERS at Scott!
#ShiningSpartans
3 months ago, Jason Smith
Scott School Spartan Staff Spotlight graphic featuring Leah Kirschner, a General and Vocal Music teacher. The graphic lists her experience as 21 years at both Scott and District 83. It includes Q&As where she shares that her dream job would be working at a library Makerspace, her hobbies include creating things like sewing and baking, and her favorite part of working at Scott is having her own warm and welcoming classroom.
Check out some SPARTAN TICKET WINNERS from last week! We LOVE catching our kiddos doing GREAT things!
#ShiningSpartans
3 months ago, Jason Smith
A young student with long dark hair and a sparkly gold headband stands in a school office holding a small yellow and blue object. She is dressed in a blue and white plaid fleece jacket and dark pants, with beige file cabinets in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a navy blue zip-up hoodie over a white collared shirt. He is looking calmly at the camera and gesturing with one hand, standing on a tiled floor with beige file cabinets behind him.
A young student with her hair pulled back stands in a school office, wearing a dark blue fuzzy zip-up hoodie and tan boots. She smiles gently while holding a small purple ball in her open palm, with beige file cabinets in the background.
A smiling young student with her hair pulled back stands in a school office, holding up a small, colorful pop-it toy with one hand. She is wearing a white long-sleeved polo shirt and dark pants, with beige file cabinets visible in the background.
A smiling young student with long dark hair stands in a school office, holding a pink patterned ruler with both hands. She is dressed in a white long-sleeved polo shirt and navy blue pants, with a tiled floor and file cabinets visible in the background.
A smiling student wearing a navy blue sweatshirt with "SPARTANS" text and a helmet logo stands in a school office. She holds a purple patterned item in her hand, with beige file cabinets and a tiled floor visible in the background.
Active learning @ D83! 🧠 Math (@Amplify @hmhlearn), behavior PD, & PLCs. Empowering students to shape a brighter future by preparing ourselves today. ✨ #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A fast-paced slideshow GIF featuring various scenes of educational professional development and classroom instruction. The reel shows educators engaging with Amplify and HMH Math curriculum on laptops, staff participating in specialized behavior PD workshops, and collaborative PLC teams analyzing student data. The images transition through various District 83 classrooms and meeting spaces, capturing teachers and staff working together to prepare instructional strategies that empower student success.
TLCs & Media Specialists at @west40ISC/@ltcillinois Hi, AI! Conf! 🤖 Learning tools to empower students & shape a brighter future. ✨ #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
A photo featuring District 83 Technology Learning Coaches (TLCs) and Media Specialists attending the "Hi, AI!" Conference hosted by West40 and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show staff members engaged in hands-on workshops, collaborating around laptops to explore artificial intelligence tools, and posing together in a professional learning environment. The photos capture the team’s focus on integrating new technology to empower students and prepare them for a future shaped by AI.
Each week, we will highlight an AMAZING STAFF MEMBER at Scott!
4 months ago, Jason Smith
A "Spartan Staff Spotlight" graphic featuring a smiling photo of 1st Grade teacher Kara Harmon. The text highlights her 15 years at Scott and 17 years in District 83, noting that her dream job would be working at Barnes & Noble, she loves experiencing the world with her family, and she values the supportive staff at Scott above all else.
Snowy start, but heating up with collaboration! 💻 Empowering educators to reach every learner. Teams are focused on high-level tasks like analyzing MAP data, collaborating in PLCs, and integrating technology tools.🚀 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A slideshow GIF documenting a collaborative professional development day at District 83 during a snowy morning. The frames transition through scenes of educators gathered in warm, bright classrooms and meeting spaces, working intently at laptops and whiteboards. The footage highlights teams huddled together for PLC meetings, specialists analyzing MAP data reports on screens, and teachers experimenting with new digital technology tools. The overall energy is focused and industrious, showing staff members across the district collaborating to refine instructional strategies and support student growth.

We LOVE catching our kiddos doing GREAT things! Check out some of our SPARTAN TICKET winners from last week!
#ShiningSpartans

4 months ago, Jason Smith
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, holding a small Minecraft-themed card with both hands. He is dressed in a navy blue zip-up hoodie and dark pants, wearing a silver necklace, with beige file cabinets and a tiled floor visible in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office with a tiled floor, looking directly at the camera while holding a small orange object in his hands. He is wearing a white polo shirt layered over a black long-sleeved shirt with green graphics on the sleeve, dark pants, and grey sneakers.
A smiling student wearing red-framed glasses, a white polo shirt, and dark pants stands on a tiled floor in a school office, holding a small orange ball toy in his hands.
A young student with short blond hair stands in a school office, wearing a navy blue hoodie and matching pants. He smiles while holding up a small yellow and red ball toy in his right hand.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a blue and white tie-dye t-shirt and dark pants. He holds a small orange toy in his hand, with beige file cabinets visible in the background.
A smiling student with styled dark hair stands in a school office with his hands in the pockets of a navy blue zip-up hoodie featuring a white "Scott Spartans" logo. He is wearing matching dark pants and black sneakers, with beige file cabinets behind him.
A smiling student wearing glasses stands in a school office, dressed in a navy blue sweatshirt and matching pants. He looks directly at the camera with a cheerful expression, standing on a beige and black tiled floor with cabinets in the background.
Did you know that Scott teachers LOVE winning prizes, too? Check out our big raffle winners from our "Zen" lunch we had yesterday during Teacher Institute Day! We have the BEST TEACHERS in the WORLD at Scott! #ShiningSpartans
4 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a black long-sleeved top and jeans with a pink patterned lanyard. She happily holds a white box labeled "Peaceful Pebble" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with glasses and her hair in a bun stands in a large room, wearing a grey zip-up hoodie and a lanyard. She holds a beige box labeled "ILLUMINATE YOUR SPACE WITH AROMATIC BLISS" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the blurred background.
A smiling staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a black sweater and white pants. She holds a small box labeled "ZEN GARDENING KIT" with both hands, looking happily at the camera.
A smiling staff member with glasses and dark hair pulled back stands in a cafeteria, wearing a black fleece jacket with the "Scott Spartans" logo. She happily holds a box labeled "DECORATIVE LED TREE" with both hands, with tables and stools visible in the background.
A smiling staff member with shoulder-length dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a grey zip-up hoodie. She holds a white box labeled "Cinema Light Box" with both hands, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A laughing staff member with long dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a dark green cardigan over a graphic t-shirt featuring a stack of colorful books. She excitedly gestures with an open hand towards a small box labeled "Zen" that she is holding up, with other adults seated in the blurred background.
Did you know that Scott teachers LOVE winning prizes, too? Check out our big raffle winners from our "Zen" lunch we had yesterday during Teacher Institute Day! We have the BEST TEACHERS in the WORLD at Scott! #ShiningSpartans
4 months ago, Jason Smith
A laughing staff member playfully wraps a fluffy white blanket around her head and shoulders while standing in a large room. She wears jeans and a navy and orange top, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with dark hair stands in a large room, wearing a black hoodie and tan pants. She happily holds up a small box labeled "Zen Gardening Kit" near her face, with other adults seated at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member with shoulder-length brown hair stands in a large room, wearing a dark navy sweater and jeans. She holds up a box labeled "DECORATIVE LED TREE" with both hands, while other staff members sit at tables in the background.
A smiling staff member stands in a large room, wearing a black t-shirt with purple text that reads "SURVIVED 100 days of school." She happily holds up a black box labeled "SLEEP MASK," with decorated tables and other seated adults visible in the background.
A smiling woman with reddish-brown hair stands in a large room, wearing a black button-down shirt, light wash jeans, and a blue lanyard. She holds up a boxed "Peaceful Pebble" product with both hands, with other people seated at tables in the blurred background.
A smiling staff member with short dark hair and glasses stands in a large room, wearing a dark cardigan. She holds up a white box labeled "Essential Oil Diffuser" with both hands, with other staff members seated at tables in the background.
Welcome back to school, everyone! Check out our "Spartan Ticket" winners from the week before Break! We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon!
4 months ago, Jason Smith
A smiling student with shoulder-length light brown hair stands on a grey patterned mat, wearing a white polo shirt and dark blue pants. She looks happily at the camera while holding a small green ball with black dots in her hand.
A smiling student wearing glasses and a grey sweatshirt with a Super Mario graphic stands in a school hallway. He holds a small yellow object in his hand, with a door frame and tiled floor visible in the background.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school hallway with beige brick walls, wearing a black long-sleeved shirt featuring a holiday graphic that reads "GAMING ALL THE WAY" with a Christmas tree made of lights connected to a video game controller.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school setting, wearing a green sweater layered over a white collared shirt and dark pants. He looks happily at the camera with a blurred background of other students behind him.
A young student wearing a red long-sleeved shirt featuring a cartoon reindeer graphic stands on a grey patterned mat, holding a small light blue object in his hands. He looks up towards the camera with a curious expression, wearing dark blue pants and blue sneakers, with festive holiday decorations partially visible in the background.
A young student with short dark hair stands in a school office, holding a small yellow object in his hand. He is wearing a white graphic t-shirt and dark pants, with beige file cabinets visible in the background.
A young student with long light brown hair stands in a waiting area with grey chairs, wearing a maroon long-sleeved shirt with white text that reads "SNOW DAY SNOOZE" and navy blue pants. She smiles softly while holding a small yellow object in her hand.
A smiling student with long dark hair stands in a school office, wearing a white short-sleeved polo shirt. She poses with her hand on her hip and looks directly at the camera with a cheerful expression.
A smiling student with short dark hair stands in a school waiting area, wearing a bright green holiday sweatshirt featuring a pattern of Pikachu wearing a Santa hat. He holds a small orange object in his hand and stands in front of grey chairs.
Dr. Giraldo & Ms. Laurie join our PowerSchool training! 💻 Leveraging data to support the whole child & cultural mindfulness. 🌏 #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Dr. Diego Giraldo speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data
A photo of Deanna Laurie speaking to the District secretaries about the importance of PowerSchool data

Our School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, & Tech Team growing w/ Mary Brewer @MyPowerSchool! Accurate data fosters clear communication and building community. 💻🚀 #D83Shines

4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
A photo showing District 83 School and District Office Secretaries, Health Clerks, and the Tech Team during a PowerSchool training session with Mary Brewer. The images capture staff members working diligently at their laptops in a collaborative workshop setting, participating in guided instruction, and discussing data management strategies. The photo highlights the team's commitment to professional growth and data accuracy to ensure clear communication and a stronger school community.
Lifelong learning in action! 🎓 D83 staff prepping for Google Level 2 with @mrOkigawa from @ltcillinois. Growing to empower our students! #D83Shines
4 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
👩‍💻 Kicking off the holidays with some serious upskilling! District 83 staff are diving into the Google Educator Level 1 workshop today with Mark Okigawa @ltcillinois. 🚀
5 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.
A photo capturing District 83 staff members participating in a Google Level 2 certification training led by Eric Okigawa from the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. The images show educators focused on their laptops in a classroom setting, engaging in collaborative discussions, and following along with presentation slides. The atmosphere is one of focused professional growth as the team works together to master advanced digital tools to better empower their students.