Whiteboard tables drive 4.5% boost in performance at Sandburg   Imagine a math classroom where students are on their feet, talking through ideas,  working together, and the furniture itself helps math come alive. This is the new reality at Carl Sandburg High School, where teacher Leanna Pitsoulakis’s classroom has resulted in a measurable 4.5% increase in student test scores over last year. Thanks to a $1000 grant from the District 230 Foundation, traditional rows of desks ha

Andrew Students Create Cutting Boards and Inclusive Connections Andrew High School’s woodshop is usually filled with the buzz of saws and steady hammering—but this semester, it’s also echoing with new friendships and inclusion. Through a partnership between Woodworking students and the Ultima Program, the traditional shop has transformed into an experience built on leadership, collaboration, and connection. This year, the collaboration is taking on a special theme: “Breaking

Hands-on enrichment activities and self-care tools empower students to thrive inside and outside the classroom Stagg High School is proud to announce the opening of its new Wellness Room, a thoughtfully designed space dedicated to promoting student social-emotional wellness. The Wellness Room offers a calming environment with resources and activities to help students strengthen their emotional awareness, develop coping strategies, and practice self-care. Thanks in part to a D

The District 230 Foundation added eight members to the distinguished list of alumni who inspire current students and remind them of all that is possible when you have the support of the D230 community. Legacy Hall was established to recognize and honor graduates from Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew High Schools who make an impact in their careers, their families and their communities. Since 2009, the Foundation has been proud to recognize alumni from District 230 for their outstan