District 123 Welcomes New Staff With Orientation Program

Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 introduce new staff members to the learning community with a three-day orientation program starting August 11 through August 13.

Over the three days, District leadership, instructional coaches, and staff members presented to new staff members on topics such as PBIS, school safety, establishing an engaging learning environment, and curriculum. Monday ended with a bus tour to each District 123 building, where new staff members learned more about the history of the District and community, establishing a stronger connection to the District as a whole.

“New Staff Orientation is our first step in living the Strategic Plan,” D123 Superintendent Dr. Paul Enderle said. “By building relationships and committing to high-quality, student-centered learning, we form the habits that define how we do education in District 123. When collaboration, preparation, and a relentless focus on student success become daily routines, excellence becomes who we are.”

After a breakfast with their mentor in the Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School cafetorium on August 13, new staff members arrived at their home schools to set up their classrooms or offices before the start of the school year.