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![WinterElevate26]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1771344475/d47org/nvcogbyf1j2hyzfnhqf6/WinterElevate26.png","width":2200}])
District 47's Elevate program recognizes employees who uphold and exemplify the district's mission, vision, and core values and who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students, schools, and the community. For the Winter Elevate Award, we received 35 nominations.
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Canterbury Elementary School welcomed a special delivery to its library, more than 30 new books added in honor of longtime District 47 educator Nancy Tober.
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For the Fall Elevate Award, 8 winners were announced out of 30 nominations.
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We are pleased to announce that Ryan Schaefer will be the new principal of Canterbury Elementary School starting in the 2025-2026 school year, pending board approval at the July board meeting.
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For the Spring Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 39 nominations.
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District 47 is proud to highlight the inspiring journey of two dedicated staff members who transitioned from support roles to full-time teaching positions through the Teacher Vacancy Grant. This grant has played a pivotal role in helping fill critical teaching positions while investing in the growth and development of District 47 staff.
![WinterElevate25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1739214137/d47org/a5jeqq5icp95lzy0xmkg/WinterElevate25.png","width":2200}])
For the Winter Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 42 nominations.
![ElevateFall24Article]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1732552326/d47org/qpyyveyj1zmycxmutd8f/ElevateFall24Article.png","width":2200}])
For the Fall 2024 Elevate Award, 10 winners were announced out of 30 nominations.
![Jennifer Gray]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1732217464/d47org/oqowifac9jzq6xmp8utr/JenniferGraycopy.jpg","width":2200}])
Faces of D47 highlights PE Teacher Jennifer Gray. Learn more about Jennifer and her journey in District 47.