Jerry Cook Ed.D @lead4change5 Twitter profile

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Jerry Cook Ed.D

@lead4change5

6 years

Hey @ChicagoBears and @NHLBlackhawks can we please get a RT as we honor the memory of R amazing colleague and friend 2day?! Jen Zorn was a dedicated HS Eng teacher @Wheeling_Cats and a huge Bears & Hawks fan. She loved 2 serve others! Please help us honor her memory 2Day

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5 years

We’re excited to announce that Mr. Don Rowley Jr. has been named the next Assistant Principal for Student Activities and Music at Wheeling High School. @Wheeling_Cats

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6 years

I might hit 1000 followers this week with everyone wanting to know if I’m going to cancel school.

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4 years

It’s a wrap! These amazing teachers produced over 10,100 face shields in a little over 2 months. @District214

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@lead4change5

4 years

These are definitely challenging times, and I feel like we haven’t been there for you when you’ve needed it the most. I hope you’re safe. I hope you can find meaning and a purpose in all this. I hope you know you are loved. If you need me, hit me up. 847-915-0534

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@lead4change5

2 years

We lost one of the most genuinely nicest guys you would ever know. He was so caring, funny, and passionate. I first worked with him at ⁦ @elgin_high ⁩ where he got into the MOST intense argument with my wife about the Odyssey. We still laugh about it. ⁦ @timotheus78 ⁩

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@lead4change5

5 years

We’re out here at the park in Piper and at @ccsd21holmes handing out bags of groceries. We’ll be here until Noon. Stop by. @Wheeling_Cats

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Jerry Cook Ed.D

@lead4change5

4 years

When you’re trying to lose weight but your wife owns a candy shop!

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@lead4change5

5 years

Things are going to look a little different next school year.

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@lead4change5

5 years

School is closing next week but kids still have to eat. Our amazing student services team is putting care packages together for our students. Stay tuned.

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@lead4change5

4 years

These amazing individuals came out tonight to represent. They love their school and their teachers. #TheWheelingWay .

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@lead4change5

4 years

Congrats to Don Rowley who officially begins his tenure at Wheeling High School as our Assistant Principal of Athletics, Activities, and Music. #letsgo

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@lead4change5

4 years

Please join me in wishing Marilyn a happy 81st birthday. This is her 45th and final year being the welcoming face of Wheeling High School. Thank you for all you do! @Marilyn45100564 @District214 @214Whspto @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

4 years

Hey Seniors! Make sure to check out the marquee when you come to pick up your stuff tomorrow. ⁦ @Wheeling_Cats ⁩

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@lead4change5

4 years

Do 👏 not 👏 mess 👏 with 👏 our 👏 students. They will show up! #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

6 years

Join us in celebrating the life of Ms. Jen Zorn this Thursday by wearing something Bears or Blackhawks related. Wear your gear and join us for a picture in the gym at 7:50 am. @timotheus78 @rkinnee @WHS_Cat_Pack @WHSactivities @Wheeling_Cats #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

5 years

Thank you, @WHSactivities Dr. May for your years of service to Wheeling High School. You made it a better place. @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

2 years

Excited to join the team at @EASD131 for next school year. Looking forward to working with the dedicated staff, students, and families at East High. #tomcats

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@lead4change5

4 years

Having a voice is powerful. Stepping up for a cause is empowering. Student leadership

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@lead4change5

6 years

When the whole #squad cares. #thankujz

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@lead4change5

3 years

We ARE Wheeling. #TheWheelingWay @WHSactivities @WHS_Cat_Pack @signorahawkins @WheelingHS_AVID @214Whspto @WHS_FineArts #214firstdays

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@lead4change5

9 years

Step up your game http://t.co/0TES31X72U

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@lead4change5

5 years

Brainstorming how Wheeling and Buffalo Grove High Schools can help meet the need for PPE in the battle against COVID-19. #STEM #Manfufacturing Big shout out to our teams at @Wheeling_Cats and @BG_Bison for their support.

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@lead4change5

6 years

Maybe 6 yrs ago I walked into a dean’s office and met a student who was on the wrong path. Her SR yr she made some changes and flourished. Today I learned that she’s graduating college and thinking about law school. Never give up on these kids. Teach with #grace

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@lead4change5

6 years

Our prayers and thoughts go out to the families who lost their homes in the River Trails Fire. We will be participating in a relief effort to help the impacted families. @Wheeling_Cats @District214

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@lead4change5

6 years

@Wheeling_Cats I’m letting you have the day off tomorrow.

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@lead4change5

3 years

I’m really disappointed that as a profession, we failed to take advantage of what we experienced last year and make real structural changes to education. We were too quick to go back to “normal” and not imaginative enough to rethink this thing. That’s the source of my stress.

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@lead4change5

5 years

I don’t care how long schools are closed, you will not see me doing any of that tic tac foolishness.

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@lead4change5

5 years

Our 19th prom together. #TheCooks

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@lead4change5

5 years

Another ⁦ @District214 ⁩ face shield being utilized in an ICU. Today, ⁦ @BGHSPrincipal ⁩ distributed 100’s of new face shields to area partners. #ILschoolsstepup

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@lead4change5

4 years

New month, new graphics! Just in time to welcome our students back. #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

3 years

Be careful of your word choice. Your words describe your situation, and then becomes your situation. @inkyjohnson #hxvsummit21

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@lead4change5

4 years

Six of our students presented to our BOE tonight. Their stories about the opportunities, support, and care that they received at WHS literally brought tears to my eyes. @WeidnerDan

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@lead4change5

4 years

I just spoke for 90 seconds in a Zoom breakout room when someone else in the breakout room rudely interrupted me. Then I realized I was on mute. 🙄

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@lead4change5

4 years

A little sample of our @classof2020_whs senior parade. #newtradition ? Thanks @WHSactivities for organizing.

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@lead4change5

4 years

Some principals sing and some play instruments. When school is out for break, I like to tickle the ivories. Have a wonderful break everyone. ⁦ @ErinDeLuga ⁩ ⁦ @WHS_FineArts ⁩ ⁦ @timotheus78 ⁩

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@lead4change5

5 years

All these petitions to cancel school tomorrow and instead it looks like Halloween was cancelled. #karma

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Jerry Cook Ed.D

@lead4change5

6 years

Satisfied?

District 214

@District214

6 years

Please share: Due to predicted extreme weather conditions, all schools in District 214 will be closed tomorrow — Monday, January 28, 2019.

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Jerry Cook Ed.D

@lead4change5

6 years

Sorry @Wheeling_Cats students, I don’t have the authority to cancel school. Please watch WGN to see if our district name scrolls across the bottom. Just kidding, you’ll get a phone call. #olddays

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@lead4change5

5 years

A beautiful tribute to Anne and Dave Martin tonight. @signorahawkins @castrorebe @EconTeach

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@lead4change5

4 years

Dozens of @Wheeling_Cats staff will be delivering yard signs to welcome our incoming freshmen. #classof24

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@lead4change5

5 years

Nearly 2000 face shields, cut by our partners at @HarperCollege and Scientific Spectrum Midwest, ready to be assembled to our 3D headbands. @BGHSPrincipal @District214 #ilschoolsstepup #collaboration

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@lead4change5

4 years

So proud of the amazing staff at @Wheeling_Cats HS. 415 incoming freshmen, and all of our staff are taking 2-3 and personally welcoming them as a part of our orientation. When I say all I mean all - admin, teachers, security, admin assistants etc. #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

6 years

Auto-calls home declaring snow days? These kids don’t know the struggle of having to watch WGN for hours hoping that they see their school name scroll across the bottom or listening to public radio to know if school was cancelled. #tooeasy . Lol JK

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@lead4change5

4 years

@Wheeling_Cats students and staff representing strong today. great job

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@lead4change5

6 years

Do you think Dr. Wool is having a positive impact on our students? Thanks for all you do, Dr. Wool. #TheWheelingWay Our students are so amazing.

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@lead4change5

6 years

Trying to handout apples for testing and students are waving me off like I’m selling the Dish Network at Costco. After the 2nd student asked how much they cost I started emphasizing that they were free. Lol.

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@lead4change5

2 years

Let’s go! #graduation2022 @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

5 years

Sometimes you have to jump in and help. #214grad

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@lead4change5

4 years

Let there be light! New upgrades to the fitness center include flooring, paint, and LED lights. New equipment will be coming soon. #nogrindnoshine

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@lead4change5

4 years

We are excited to welcome our students back. Can’t Wait! @District214 @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

2 years

If you know, you know.

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@lead4change5

3 years

Shout out to all the new administrators who officially started today. Take your time. Look and listen, and build relationships. Take care of yourself; you can’t serve other if you’re not at your best. You’ll be great.

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@lead4change5

5 years

These guys are the real rockstars. #ilschoolsstepup . #PPE ready for full production @DSchuler1970 @District214

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@lead4change5

3 years

This is my grandmother Vivian, she was born in 1915. This is HER grandfather. Ben was born a slave and lived until 1942. My grandmother died less than 10 years ago, she met my children. Think about that. My kids spoke to a person who was raised by a former slave. #juneteenth

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@lead4change5

6 years

Today I told our staff that I’m not in this to simply provide an education, I’m here to change lives. I stand by that. @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

5 years

New board is up! Check out those CNA and Robotic Controls Certs.

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@lead4change5

3 years

Art is up. Protective glass is next. #neverdonebefore @DrCamachoR @SanchezGutiEvy @ElMrFuentes @lamaestrajackie

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@lead4change5

5 years

It is with mixed emotion that I announce that I’ve been selected to be the next assistant superintendent of School District Abril 01.

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@lead4change5

4 years

Handing out hundreds of face shields today. Hospitals, doctors offices, dentists, and schools all benefiting. @District214 @BGHSPrincipal #ilschoolsstepup #d214cares @WHS_TEC @STEM_Race @michaelgeist6 @MrReinhart_Tech

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@lead4change5

6 years

Reason #2024 why @Wheeling_Cats rocks. This guy gets it done. He takes so much pride in his job and is always in such a positive mood. Thanks for everything you do, Danny. @District214

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@lead4change5

6 years

Parents, please encourage your neighbors and local businesses to shovel their sidewalks. Students walking in the street is dangerous. Who do I need to talk to in order to get side walks installed on 83 and Hintz roads?

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@lead4change5

4 years

We ended the day with the world famous WHS Drum Line. Tomorrow, the Cello Line will have to try and top this. @District214 @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

5 years

So proud of our amazing staff - Teachers and students create protective gear for essential workers in coronavirus battle: ‘I realized ... I have the exact skill that people are calling out for’ - Chicago Tribune

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@lead4change5

5 years

New @WHS_FineArts murals are up. Looking good!

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@lead4change5

3 years

A father at our 8th grade elective night was excited to introduce his bi-racial son to me. It’s not the first time. Representation matters. It doesn’t mean you can’t connect with kids of a different race. It just means students of color rarely see someone like them in my role.

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@lead4change5

4 years

We’re out here in the park at Piper making sure students are ready for Monday. We’ll be here until 12:00pm. #TheWheelingWay @rkinnee @WHSOrchestra214 @annbwyatt @WheelingHS_AVID

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@lead4change5

5 years

A little cheesy. Happy Birthday!

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@lead4change5

7 years

Reason #1007 @Wheeling_Cats is great. We have Mike Henry who provides legendary service. S/O to all the guys who keep our buildings running.

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@lead4change5

4 years

Just a few of our students on the first day of students returning. Teaching is hard, teaching a hybrid is even more challenging. Big shout out to our teachers who are doing almost the impossible. I know It’s hard, but I appreciate you. #214firstdays #hyflex .

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@lead4change5

4 years

“My teachers don’t come from a place of pity, they come from a place of empathy.” #powerful

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@lead4change5

5 years

The 2019-20 WHS Staff! @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

6 years

Shout out to these two who were just awarded full-ride scholarships to @RobertMorrisU #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

5 years

Shout out to Roberto who held the door open today for all of his classmates. #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

5 years

Congratulations to the following ⁦ @Wheeling_Cats ⁩ who have been named Illinois State Scholars. We are very proud of you. ⁦ @SraZapata2 ⁩ #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

2 years

Our 20th prom. @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

4 years

Some of our amazing food service staff preparing food packages for our families. Families pick up a weeks worth of breakfast and lunch for their students. @District214

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@lead4change5

6 years

The Wheeling court room is getting that much closer to being ready. Great job @signorahawkins . Thanks @AmyMcP_BAMMP and @STEMLdr

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@lead4change5

7 years

Wow! Legacy was 🔥🔥🔥🔥

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@lead4change5

6 years

Three of our students performing an original piece on the stage of Hamilton in front of hundreds of people. How cool is that? #TheWheelingWay @District214 @WHS_FineArts

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@lead4change5

6 years

The whole squad is here. #TheCooks @Wheeling_Cats #Homecoming2018

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@lead4change5

2 years

Our school community suffered a huge loss this week, but the outpouring of support by @District214 staff across the district has been amazing. Thanks to everyone who came over to lend support. Thank you!

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@lead4change5

9 years

It could have been worse. Bye 2015, you are a great class. http://t.co/ix06LPc8A2

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@lead4change5

3 years

Today is Admin Assistant Day. Big, big shout out to Elvira who makes everything possible. Thank you for everything. ⁦ @Wheeling_Cats ⁩

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@lead4change5

3 years

So proud of these @AVID4College graduates. Look at this excellence! @WheelingHS_AVID

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@lead4change5

3 years

Some of our students from Ukraine shared their stories with our staff this morning. I’ve learned over the years that when students are struggling with world events, they often just want to be seen and heard. Their stories are powerful. We are with you. #wheelingstrong

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@lead4change5

5 years

From the first day to the last. #D214grad

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@lead4change5

4 years

Congratulations to our Illinois State Scholars. We are so proud of all of you. @SraZapata2 @WeidnerDan #TheWheelingWay

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@lead4change5

5 years

S/O to Jose. This guy takes pride in his work and goes above and beyond for our school. Thank you, Jose! @District214

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@lead4change5

6 years

Received this email today: “With all the other dual credit classes I took my sr year, I received a total of 18.5 credits/hours! That means I’m more than a sem ahead as an undergrad! I hope you can use this info to show other students and push them to take dual credit classes”

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@lead4change5

4 years

Congratulations to our National Merit Finalist and Commended students. We are very proud of you. @SraZapata2 @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

4 years

My 8th gr will be starting the school yr remotely. That’s not good for him. He’s inquisitive and smart, but calls out BS when he sees it and has a low tolerance for busy work. Ts, we can’t fill “remote” time with busy work. He doesn’t need to be spoon fed. Tap into his curiosity

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@lead4change5

3 years

You may not always be your best, but everyday you need to bring your best. @inkyjohnson #hxvsummit21

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@lead4change5

5 years

Packing 25 units of PPE per box for local agencies. #ilschoolsstepup @District214 @BGHSPrincipal @Wheeling_Cats @DSchuler1970

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@lead4change5

7 years

Congrats to the @Wheeling_Cats soccer team on a great season. They fell to a very good Libertyville team tonight but played their hearts out

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@lead4change5

5 years

The commons has been updated. Nice soft seating with plenty of power outlets.

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@lead4change5

6 years

So I sit down for lunch in the cafeteria and these guys come over and join me. #thisschoolisawesome Great conversation about school policies and our favorite musicals. I guess we WONT be doing Oklahoma. Lol @WHS_FineArts @Wheeling_Cats

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@lead4change5

3 years

It’s Assistant/Associate Principals Week and I want to share my appreciation for these four. They are dedicated, caring, individuals who are here to serve our staff and students. ⁦ @signorahawkins ⁩ ⁦ @WeidnerDan ⁩ ⁦ @WHSactivities ⁩ & TheDon ⁦ @District214 ⁩

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@lead4change5

2 years

Happy Principal Appreciation Day for all of those in the most difficult position in education. You get pressure from above, below, and the sides. Meanwhile everyone thinks they can do your job better than you while only seeing about 1/3 of what the job entails. #respect

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@lead4change5

5 years

Ladies and Gentlemen, Miss Valencia. @WHS_FineArts

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