Westdale School's first week success in learning routines, hallway behavior, and mutual respect is a fantastic example of our community's commitment to our shared mission and vision!  Keep up the great work!  👍 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A group of six women are gathered around a large, dark wood conference table in a brightly lit meeting room for a collaborative session. The women are engaged in a positive discussion, with several individuals smiling or listening attentively while seated in red and black office chairs. The table is organized with laptops, notebooks, tablets, and colorful tumblers, and a box of tissues sits in the center. The room features neutral white walls, light-colored tiled flooring, and a stack of cardboard boxes in the background.
A large group of elementary school students, dressed in white polo shirts and dark navy bottoms, are gathered in a brightly lit school cafeteria. Some children are standing in lines while others are seated at long grey folding tables equipped with round blue stools. A staff member in a grey t-shirt stands in the center of the room, supervising the students. The background features white cinderblock walls decorated with a "SUPER STARS" bulletin board and framed student work, under rows of recessed ceiling lights.
Two staff members stand behind a stainless steel serving counter in a school cafeteria, preparing to serve lunch to students. Several trays filled with pasta and sauce are lined up on the counter, alongside a sign titled "What makes a school lunch?" that displays icons for meat, grain, milk, fruit, and vegetables. In the foreground, the back of a student's head is visible as they wait in line. The kitchen background shows additional staff members and industrial food service equipment.
A female educator, wearing a black shirt that says "3rd Grade Teacher," leads a line of elementary students through a school hallway. The students, dressed in school uniforms of white or navy polo shirts, are walking in an orderly fashion past a row of red lockers. Several students in the front of the line are waving at the camera. The hallway is brightly lit with beige tiled floors and white cinderblock walls.
A high-angle view of a teacher leading a line of elementary students down a staircase in a school. The students, dressed in white polo shirts and navy bottoms, hold the railing as they descend, following the teacher who is wearing a "3rd Grade Teacher" shirt. The stairwell is decorated with a vibrant, large-scale mural featuring blue, teal, and red geometric shapes, and is enclosed by blue metal safety fencing.
A smiling female teacher sits on a low bench, engaging with a group of seven young students seated on a colorful alphabet and animal-themed rug in a classroom. The students, dressed in white polo shirts and dark pants, are looking toward the teacher or a large digital touch screen displaying a lesson on hygiene. The classroom is well-organized with wooden cubbies and bookshelves filled with children's books in the background.
Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott & Westdale welcomed families today 😊 Students met their teachers & felt ready to shine this year after dropping off supplies! #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo slideshow gif of Supply drop off in the hallways with parents at Enger, MMS, Roy, Scott, and Westdale schools
Dr. Giraldo's Muppets theme for 25-26 school year kickoff reminds us that we are all lifelong learners! 🤝 We're committed to helping everyone build emotional intelligence and new skills together. #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
A photo slideshow gif of the Institute Day in the MMS Auditorium showing staff in their seats

Great collaboration with TLCs and Transportation & Safety! We're developing PD for the launch of @Crisis__Go, committed to empowering our staff and building a safe climate for all! 🛡️ #D83Shines

11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of the Technology Coaches and the Director of Transportation in the Board Room
New Teacher Orientation was a success! It was great to see our educators embrace learning and get equipped to empower all our students to achieve their full potential! 🌟 #D83Shines 🚀 @ThinkingMaps
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of a group at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation at the MMS Library
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation in the MMS Cafeteria
Photo of a presentation at New Teacher orientation in the MMS Cafeteria
Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work. Empowering staff to reach their full potential! 🌟 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo in the Board Room of Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work.
Photo in the Board Room of Our D83 custodial, maintenance, & transportation teams are collaborating with Technology Learning Coaches to streamline their work.
Day 2 of New Teacher Orientation! Our new educators explored the world of technology in District 83 with our Technology Learning Coaches & Director. The future is bright! 💡 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of the group at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of the Tech Coaches at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Teachers doing a Think Pair Share at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of Teachers doing a Think Pair Share at Day 2 at the New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Day 1 of New Teacher Orientation was 🔥! Excited to see new faces ready to help every student thrive in D83. Big thanks to HR for the warm welcome! #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of administrators at New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Photo of the HR Team at New Teacher Orientation Presentation in the MMS Library
Day 2 of the Admin Retreat was 🔥—loved seeing our schools & goals come together to keep students at the heart of all we do! 🌟 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Photo of District 83 staff collaborating and presenting at day 2 of the Administrator Retreat
Teacher leaders teamed up with Jenni Donohoo to grow our impact and empower every student to thrive 🌟 #D83Shines at the Administrator Retreat.
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Photo of District 83 staff at the workshop by Jenni Donahoo
Great to see D83 leaders partnering with Dr. Peter DeWitt on collaborative inquiry! We're committed to building a brighter future for our students! 💡🤝 #D83Shines
11 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat with Dr. Giraldo
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat doing table work
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Photo of District 83 staff at the Administrator Retreat presenting
Huge shoutout to District 83 administrators and teacher leaders! 🧠 We just wrapped up an incredible Emotional Intelligence Leadership Summit at Yale Univ., led by @marcbrackett. Excited to bring these insights back to our district! #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment
12 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of District 83 Yale RULER team
Huge thanks to our Tech Dept. & Summer Crew! 💻 2200 Chromebooks ready & classroom carts set for 25-26, driving our mission forward! So proud of this team! #D83Shines ✨
12 months ago, Robert Junna
Photo of Summer Crew from 2025