Welcome to Pennoyer School District 79
We're doing some amazing things. Take a peek inside of our classrooms to see our creative and collaborative minds at work.
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Our Mission
Inspire and empower all students to thrive
Our Vision
Pennoyer District 79 will empower learners on their educational journey toward individual success.
Learning (Student Empowerment and Ownership)
- Foster expression of student voice and choice
- Empower students to be adaptive learners through collaborative and creative thinking
- Promote student-directed-learning
- Facilitate strong academic rigor
- Provide resources that prepare students for the future
- Challenge each individual student
- Amplify technology
Environment
- Foster supportive learning practices
- Create valuable experiences for students
- Build positive relationships
- Promote an empathetic, inclusive and nurturing climate
- Inspire confidence and risk taking
- Ensure a safe and nurturing environment
Focus on Whole Child
- Support Social Emotional Learning
- Create learning experiences that excite and engage
- Provide opportunities for creative expression
Strong Community and Culture
- Create partnerships between school and community
- Engage and inspire our community to ensure the success of all
- Inspire students to become invested in our community through building authentic relationships
Fiscal Responsibility
- Exercise intentional, purposeful and thoughtful allocation of resources
- Evaluate resources and respond to needs
Board Members
Mrs. Sheila Wachholder
President of the Board
End of Term 2025
Mr. Phillip LaPalermo
Vice President of the Board
End of Term 2027
Mr. David Tarjan
Secretary of the Board
End of Term 2025
Mrs. Maria Salvador
End of Term 2027
Mr. Gary Mohr
End of Term 2025
Mr. Dan Theberg
End of Term 2025
Mr. Luca Parisi
End of Term 2027
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