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Principal's Message

Ashley Hines

Principal

Hi McCord Early Learning Center Families,

It is with great excitement that I introduce myself as the Principal of the McCord Early Learning Center. My name is Ashley Hines, and I am honored to lead our preschool and early childhood program as we begin our year together.

I bring over ten years of experience as a special education teacher in Berwyn North School District 98, along with a strong passion for supporting young learners and their families during these important early years.

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Combined Special and Elementary Education from Lewis University, a Master’s of Science in Teaching and Learning with a focus in English as a Second Language from the University of St. Francis, and a Master’s of Education in Educational Leadership from Lewis University.

Burbank is home to me—I was raised here and am a proud graduate of District 111 and Reavis High School. It is truly meaningful to now serve this community in a leadership role and give back to the district that helped shape me.

I am excited to continue building a strong team at McCord and expanding our programming to best support our youngest learners. I look forward to partnering with you and your families to create a warm, welcoming, and engaging environment where every child can grow and thrive.

Thank you for your support, and I look forward to a wonderful year together.

Warmly,
Ashley Hines

McCord Early Learning Center

8450 S. Nashville, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 599-4411

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