Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest School District 67 has announced the addition of Janet Rudzinski as an occupational therapist. Rudzinski brings over a decade of experience in pediatric therapy, having worked in both in-home and outpatient settings. For the past three years, she has supported Northshore schools. With her children now attending Lake Forest schools, she has returned to the community to join the district's staff. Outside of work, Rudzinski and her family enjoy skiing.

"I have deep roots serving Lake Forest's pediatric population, through 11 years of in-home and outpatient therapy. After three years supporting Northshore schools, I'm thrilled to return to serve my own community. With my children attending Lake Forest schools, I feel honored to join this amazing team of educators," said Rudzinski.

Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115 accept online applications for certified and non-certified positions and adhere to Illinois State Board of Education licensure requirements for teachers, paraprofessionals, and substitutes. The districts offer dental, health, and life insurance benefits, voluntary tax-sheltered annuities, and unpaid parental leave. Employment policies comply with federal equal opportunity laws; HR audit results and health coverage information are publicly available.

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Lake Forest Elementary School District 67 serves approximately 1,600 students from Pre-K through grade 8 across its four schools: Cherokee Elementary (K-4), Everett Elementary (K-4), Sheridan Elementary (Pre-K-4), and Deer Path Middle School (5-8). Known for its innovative instructional practices, District 67 emphasizes inclusive education and personalized learning experiences that support academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The district’s mission is to inspire and empower students to maximize growth while cultivating respect for others in a dynamic and safe learning environment. It has maintained an Aaa bond rating from Moody’s Investors Service for 14 consecutive years.