Melissa DeLaRosa Named York Assistant Principal

Published April 18, 2016. Submitted by Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205.

Elmhurst, IL - On April 12, the Board of Education approved the appointment of Melissa DeLaRosa as the new Assistant to the Principal at York Community High School, replacing Assistant Principal for Student Services Karla Goldman as of July 1.

Goldman has requested to return to the York Counseling Department for 2016-17.

“It is with great pleasure that we welcome Melissa DeLaRosa to our York community,” said Erin DeLuga, who will become the next principal of York High School on July 1. “Ms. DeLaRosa comes to us from Hinsdale South High School and the Hinsdale High School District 86 Transition Center. In her current role, she serves as a school psychologist with a multitude of leadership experiences, including leading PBIS, advising and leading the RtI process, and leading multidisciplinary teams with both special education and student services. Melissa possesses an extensive background in developing IEP plans and evaluation-based 504 plans based on data.”

Prior to her role in District 86, Ms. DeLaRosa served as a school psychologist at Woodlawn Middle School in CCSD 96. Her internship experience includes working at Stevenson High School, where she collaborated closely within data-driven Professional Learning Community (PLC) structures. Ms. DeLaRosa came to education after serving two years in the corporate world as Associate Portfolio Officer for Merrill Lynch.

“Her colleagues refer to her as a visionary, a student-centered and collaborative leader, a strength in both the school and parent communities, and ‘one of a kind.’ These attributes came shining through during the interview process. A very warm welcome to Melissa!” Mrs. DeLuga said.

“I am honored to be joining the York High School and Elmhurst District 205 communities. It is clear to me that York has a dedicated, student-centered staff that is committed to the success of all learners. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be a member of such an exemplary team,” said Ms. DeLaRosa.