Insight 28

Build 28: NBJH Design Process 🦺🛠️

In 2026, construction is up at all Northbrook School District 28 schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. In the fourth Insight 28 episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Dr. Scott Meek, Northbrook Junior High Principal, Heather Juhl of Architect from DLA Architects, and Jessica Donato, Chief School Business Offiical, to discuss how the renovations and additions at NBJH are going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 [https://www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28] More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net [https://www.northbrook28.net/]. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

Build 28: Westmoor Design Process 🦺🛠️

In 2026, construction will be ramping up at all Northbrook School District 28 schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. In the third Insight 28 episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Maria Eck, Westmoor Principal and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the renovations and additions at Westmoor are going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 [https://www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28] More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net [https://www.northbrook28.net/]. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

Build 28: Greenbriar School Design Process 🛠️🦺

This is a particularly exciting year in Northbrook School District 28 as we kick off construction at all of our schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. To keep you informed about the projects, each podcast this year will focus on what is happening at our four schools.  In the second episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Dr. Danielle Moran, Greenbriar Principal, Jessica Donato, Chief School Business Official, and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the renovations and additions at Greenbriar are going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 [https://www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28] More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net [https://www.northbrook28.net/]. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

Build 28: Meadowbrook School Kicks off Construction 🦺🛠️

This is a particularly exciting year in Northbrook School District 28 as we kick off construction at all of our schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. To keep you informed about the projects, each podcast this year will focus on what is happening at our four schools.  The first construction project underway is our new gym at Meadowbrook School. In the first episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Dr. Ginny Hiltz, Meadowbrook Principal, Jessica Donato, Chief School Business Official, and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the new construction is going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff, what students and staff are most excited about, sustainable design features for the new construction, the timeline for completion and many more interesting tidbits.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 [https://www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28] More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net [https://www.northbrook28.net/]. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

Social-Emotional Learning

What is social-emotional learning, and why is it important?  Host Dr. Jason Pearson, superintendent of schools, explores how and why the district has been focusing on plans to improve SEL over the past two years. You will hear from students and educators as we try to paint a picture of how the district is building belonging for students and staff,  developing social skills and supporting emotional health, and focusing on enhancing student and staff member well-being. More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net [https://www.northbrook28.net/]. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net