Education

Northern Illinois University

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 753-1000
http://www.niu.edu
As the suburban Chicago area's premier public university, we serve one of the nation's largest and most dynamic regions. More than 25,000 students study here, and nearly 200,000 alumni call NIU their alma mater. Whether you are exploring NIU as a prospective student, looking to reconnect with fellow alumni, or simply seeking information on one of the nation's leading universities, we're glad you're here.

DeKalb School District #428

DeKalb School District #428
901 S. 4th St.
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 754-2350
Mission Statement:
The mission of District 428 is to educate our students to reach their potential while preparing them to contribute to our global society.

2010 District 428 Annual Report

The District 428 Stakeholder-Driven Strategic Plan (2008-2013)
District 428 will continue to have high expectations for student achievement. We will promote continual improvement and achieve our mission by providing clear and understandable information about factors that will drive success. Success is dependent upon the willingness of stakeholders to continue to support the district.  That willingness to support the district is determined to a great extent by how well students learn.  Student learning is a product of the quality of educational experiences in school.  The quality of educational experiences is directly proportional to the capacity and capabilities of teachers to create quality learning experiences.

Student Learning Targets

By 2013, at least 93 percent of the student population and all ethnic and economic subgroups of students who have been in the district for two or more school years will…

• Meet or exceed all state learning standards in reading.
• Meet or exceed all state learning standards in mathematics.
• Meet or exceed all state learning standards in writing.
• Use appropriate problem solving strategies and tools to solve academic and interpersonal problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with diverse groups of students.
• Provide 40 hours of community service prior to graduation as part of being a community citizen. Students identified with disabilities will meet grade level standards and/or IEP goals.

Strategic Goals and Operational Strategies

Strategic Goal One: Student Learning
To meet or exceed the performance levels described in the student learning targets, the strategies of world class educational practices, standards based learning, student-centered learning, problem-based learning, and students as community citizens will be deployed.

Strategic Goal Two: Stakeholder Satisfaction:
To meet or exceed this goal, the strategies of community-centered culture, stakeholder service orientation, and relationship management will be deployed.

Strategic Goal Three: Employee Development:
To meet or exceed this goal, the strategies of talent management, collaboration and teaming culture, encouraging innovation, and employee engagement will be deployed.

Strategic Goal Four: Systems Alignment:
To meet or exceed this goal, the strategies of a culture of excellence, culture of alignment and continuous improvement, performance excellence, visionary leadership, facilities maintenance, and emergency preparedness will be deployed.

Strategic Goal Five: Fiscal Responsibility:
To meet or exceed this goal, the strategies of aligning performance expectations and resources, productivity imperative, and expanding revenue opportunities will be deployed.

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Kishwaukee College

Kishwaukee College
21193 Malta Rd.
Malta, Illinois 60150
(815) 825-2086
http://www.kishwaukeecollege.edu
At Kishwaukee College, we know you have many options when it comes to your higher education. That's why we make sure our students have opportunities to experience excellence, explore career options, and connect with other students, faculty members, and employers while saving thousands of dollars on a top-notch education. We offer two-year degrees in 37 areas, 64 career/occupational degrees and certificates, and customized training. A wide variety of course offerings are available through our community and adult basic education programs, and support services such as counseling, employment services, and financial assistance are also available.

Choosing Kishwaukee College is really about choosing excellence, opportunity, accessibility, and value—qualities that make the choice for thousands of students each year an easy one.

Cornerstone Christian Academy

Primary School
355 N. Cross St.
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 895-8522

Secondary School
200 S. Gurler Rd., Bldg. 5
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 787-7151
www.cornerstonechristianacademy.com
Mission Statement: The mission of Cornerstone Christian Academy is to provide for each student a comprehensive education, which is based on God's truth, while building stronger relationships among parents, staff, and students.

International Montessori Academy

International Montessori Academy
PreK and 3rd Grade
1815 Mediterranean Drive .
Sycamore , IL   60178
(815) 758-6822
www.imamontessori.com

What makes Montessori Education unique?  
 

1. The "Whole Child" Approach.  The primary goal is to help each child reach full potential in all areas of life.    
2. The "Prepared Environment."  In order for self-directed learning to take place, the whole learning environment - room, materials and social climate - must be supportive to the learner.
3. The Montessori Materials.  Dr. Montessori's observations of the kinds of things that children enjoy and go back to repeatedly led her to design a number of multi-sensory, sequential and self-correcting materials that facilitate the learning of skills and lead to learning of abstract ideas.    
4. The Teacher.  Originally called a "Directress," the Montessori Teacher functions as a designer of the environment, resource person, role model, demonstrator, record-keeper, and meticulous observer of each child's behavior and growth.

The multi-year span provides a family-like grouping where learning can take place naturally.  Because of Montessori's peer group learning, there is often more conversation - language experiences.

St. Mary School

St. Mary School
210 Gurler Rd.
DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-7905
www.stmarydekalb.org
Mission Statement: Recognizing that each individual is made in the image and likeness of God, education must concern itself with the total person - Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Spiritual.  Through the official teaching and tradition of our faith, St. Mary School strives to integrate knowledge and truth with Gospel values in all areas of school life, from the academics learned in class to the recreation on the playground.  We also seek to extend this experience of Christ back to the home and community.