The month of April is "Volunteer Appreciation Month" and I'd like to use this opportunity to thank all of the people who support District 23.

First, our Board of Education, while elected to their position, serve as volunteers. Their vision and oversight are the foundation of our District. They dedicate many hours each week reviewing communications, attending meetings, and representing the District in an a variety of settings. They are the voice of the community and are actively engaged in the decision making process. I thank them for their service and commitment to the students of this community.

Next, our PTO, including our presidents Jill Lisius and Sarah White, the executive board, and all of the representatives who actively plan activities, events, and services that enrich and support our students, schools, and District. We appreciate their contribution of time and talent!

Lastly, we thank all of our parents and community members who volunteer to serve in our schools. Whether it is in a scheduled, repeating role such as AVIC or room parents, or a one time opportunity to chaperone or visit a classroom to read, we appreciate your help. You embody the active and supportive citizenship we're working to instill in our students. Spending time, making donations, or sharing your expertise models the behaviors of service and contribution to our community.

On behalf of the students, staff, and community of District 23, THANK YOU for volunteering to make D23 a better place!

You make me #Proud2BD23!

Dr. A

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Prospect Heights School District 23 has named MacArthur Middle School assistant principal Stephanie Gage as the next principal of Betsy Ross Elementary School, replacing Craig Curtis, Ed.D., who is becoming the District’s assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction.

The changes are effective July 1. The Board of Education approved the hiring at its meeting on April 12. Superintendent Don Angelaccio, Ed.D., says Gage has proven herself as a strong leader since joining the District as assistant principal of MacArthur last July. “Stephanie has a solid background as an administrator and teacher and has earned a great deal of respect from school staff, students and families in her first year with D23,” he says. “We know she will be an excellent principal and leader for the Ross community.”

Prior to joining MacArthur, Gage was assistant principal of Lincoln Middle School in Berwyn North School District 98. She was an elementary teacher in District 98 before that.

Gage holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Northern Illinois University, a master’s in elementary education from National Louis University and a master’s in educational leadership from North Park University.

“I am honored to take on this leadership role at Ross,” Gage says. “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at MacArthur, especially getting to know the amazing staff, students and families. I am so thankful that I will continue to be part of D23, which is such a special community, and I look forward to becoming part of the Ross team.”

Angelaccio thanks the interview committee that led the search for a Ross principal. He says the District is now looking for a new assistant principal to replace Gage at MacArthur.

Board of Education Meeting