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Ashley Hines
Principal
Ashley Hines will continue leading our at-risk pre-school and early childhood program at the new McCord Early Learning Center.  She has served as the Early Childhood Coordinator for the past two years at Maddock School as the program continued to grow.  Ms. Hines has been a special education teacher for ten years in Berwyn North School District 98.  She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Combined Special and Elementary Education from Lewis University as well as a Master’s of Science in Teaching and Learning / English as a Second Language from the University of St. Francis and a Master’s of Education in Educational Leadership from Lewis University.  Ms. Hines was raised in Burbank and graduated from District 111 and Reavis High School.  Her experience and expertise will ensure a smooth transition to her new role as Principal and she looks forward to expanding the team in order to provide early learning programming for our youngest students. 
 
Frances B. McCord School

McCord Early Learning Center

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E-Learning Day March 17

Please be reminded that Tuesday, March 17 is an E-Learning Day due to Election Day. Students in Grades K-5 should log onto Microsoft Teams to start their day at 8:25 am. Liberty students, Grades 6-8, should log onto Microsoft Teams to begin first period at 9:00 am. Teachers in the EC/Pre-K program will reach out to parents & guardians with instructions.
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Care Pack Drive for Ronald McDonald House

Pack the Packs is right around the corner! Everyone is invited to join us Thursday, March 19, starting at 3:45 PM at Liberty Junior High to help pack donated items for families in need. We’re still collecting donations through Tuesday, March 17, so please send what you can to your home school. Thank you for your incredible generosity and for supporting our NJHS students as they work toward their goal for this amazing cause!
Preschool screening

Preschool Screening May 6

Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old ready to learn, play, and grow? McCord Early Learning Center is now enrolling students into our Preschool program! Our classrooms are filled with hands-on learning, friendship, and fun—all in a nurturing environment designed to help every child shine. Register for a screening by April 30.
Chucks Fundraiser

District Fundraiser - Chuck's BBQ March 18

Our favorite Burbank BBQ "Chuck's Cafe" is helping us in our districtwide fundraiser on Wednesday, March 18, 11:15 am - 9:00 pm. Plan your meal, present this voucher and a portion of your order total will go directly toward our Ronald McDonald House Fundraiser lead by our Liberty Junior Honor Society students! Thank You for helping us make this a successful event!

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