Teaching & Learning
The Department of Teaching and Learning develops and implements the academic program for all students in the school district. It is responsible for all learning, grading, and instructional methods.
The Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning leads the department and reports to the Associate Superintendent of Human Resources. In addition, the department includes the areas of English Learners, human resources, and technology.
The responsibilities of the Department of Teaching and Learning include:
- Academic Programming & Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Curricular Resources
- Dual Language Services
- English Learners Services
- Gifted Education & Extended Learning Opportunities
- Professional Development
- School Improvement Process
- Student Assessments
Department Staff
630-553-4382
Kathleen Melton, Ed.D
Assistant Superintendent for
Teaching and Learning
630-553-4382 Ext. 4131
kmelton@y115.org
Kelley Hren, Ed.D
Executive Director of Teaching & Learning
630-553-4381 Ext. 4219
khren@y115.org
Pauline Zdonek
Coordinator of Professional Growth
630-553-4382
pzdonek@y115.org
Ashley Badger
Gifted and Accelerated Coordinator
630-553-4382 Ext. 5307
abadger@y115.org
Paige de la Cruz
Coordinator of Multilingual Services
630-553-4382 Ext. 4381
pdelacruz@y115.org
Michelle Radja
Administrative Assistant
630-553-4382 Ext. 4409
mradja@y115.org
District Book Ambassador
smchugh@y115.org
Family and Community Engagement Coordinator
mluna@y115.org