Check out our Boosters section in the newsletter. Be sure to support all of our Boosters. We will add Booster activities to our newsletter to ensure that our entire school community is informed and can support any upcoming fundraisers!

Also, be sure to check out the D34 Highlights section of this edition of the newsletter to see the exciting activities happening in our schools these past couple weeks. One thing is for sure, our staff works hard to provide a variety of engaging activities that are sure to have an impact on our students.

We would like to thank and recognize the work that our Technology Department does for Antioch CCSD 34! We are so grateful to have employees such as them. Their dedication to the district does not go unnoticed and they help make learning for our students a great success.

Antioch CCSD 34 is staffed with many amazing people from a variety of backgrounds who work with, care for, and are devoted to making our schools a magical place for our students. In each Superintendent Newsletter we will feature a staff member to give you a chance to learn more about these special people.

CHRYSTAL DUFFY

Database Support Manager

About Me:

I was born and raised in Illinois, but later in life moved to Wisconsin where I currently reside. I have two children, Teagan and Grady. They are my world. Grady studied Marine Biology in Australia this past year and we were all fortunate enough to go visit him while he was there. Teagan studied Environmental Science. When I am not spending time with my family, I enjoy everything that has to do with being outdoors. Camping, hiking, and kayaking are some of my favorite things to do.

Experience:

I started teaching Physical Education for grades K-12 in 1996. After four years of teaching, I decided to stay at home with my children. Once they entered school, I worked as a SPED Paraprofessional in a middle school for five years. In 2012, I came to Antioch and worked at Antioch Elementary School (currently Mary Kay McNeill Early Learning Center) as a lab aide. After two years, I was moved to the Technology Department.

Why I am a Database Support Manager:

I enjoy being able to help students and staff use technology without frustration. I strive to help people solve tech problems and figure out how to do something new and cool in the tech world.

Training:

Highland Community College: Associate of Applied Science

Northern Illinois University: Bachelors in Education

Hillcrest Elementary School

When I grow up, I dream to be...

There is something magical about getting lost in the pages of a good book!

Our band students are working hard to prepare to perform!

Mrs. Guanci's Medical Detectives learning about blood pressure checks.

Our own Reese Turner covering the Cubs!

Hillcrest 3rd grade students uncovering the secrets of motion!

Lake Villa Police Department took time out of their day to welcome our Oakland students to school on Friday with a high-five!

Hillcrest 1st grade students sharing their remembrance ribbons honoring the heroes of 9/11.

AUGS Boosters

Petty Boosters

Oakland Boosters

Hillcrest Boosters

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
  
• Monday, October 2 | D34 Family Safety Night
  
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
  
• Tuesday, September 26 | No School, Parent Engagement Day
  
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day
• Saturday, October 14 | Boo Bash & Trunk or Treat, 2:00-4:00 PM

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
  
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
  
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Friday, October 6 | Boo Bash, 6:00 PM
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day

• Friday, September 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month begins; Rosh Hashanah/Jewish New Year
  
• Friday, September 15 | Warrior Night at 6:30 PM
  
• Friday, September 29 | Warrior Night at Action Territory, 4:00 - 9:00 PM
• Friday, October 6 | NO SCHOOL, Staff In-Service Day
• Monday, October 9 | NO SCHOOL, Indigenous Peoples' Day

Our open positions can be found on our website under Departments > Human Resources > Employment > View Our Open Positions or by clicking here.

Amy Mahr

Director of Human Resources

AMahr@antioch34.com

847-838-8457

Please enter your suggestions for future newsletter topics in the Superintendent Weekly Update Topic Suggestions form.

I will be providing bi-weekly updates for families. Please feel free to email me with any questions, concerns, or even positive news at aborowiak@antioch34.com. I will be attending the upcoming Meet and Greets at each of the buildings the night before opening day. Please stop me to say hello. I look forward to the upcoming school year and getting to know all of your students and our families!