Dr. William Newby Superintendent at Grass Lake School District 36 | Grass Lake School District 36
Dr. William Newby Superintendent at Grass Lake School District 36 | Grass Lake School District 36
Grass Lake School District 36 is addressing concerns following a social media post by a staff member that caused distress among parents and community members. Dr. William Newby, Superintendent of the district, emphasized that the language used in the post was insensitive and did not align with the district's values.
The district serves a diverse Pre-K to 8th-grade community in Lake County, as represented by Grass Lake Elementary School. According to Dr. Newby, staff are expected to uphold professionalism and integrity both within and outside school settings. The incident is under review, and the superintendent encourages open communication with concerned individuals.
Dr. Newby urged the community to remain calm and avoid divisive language while handling disagreements respectfully. He highlighted the importance of modeling positive behavior for children during conflicts.
Safety remains a priority for Grass Lake School District 36, which has implemented a comprehensive safety plan in collaboration with the Lake County Sheriff's Office. The district aims to maintain a secure environment for all students and staff.
Grass Lake School District 36 employs 17 teachers, all women, with an average salary of $55,737 before pension contributions. The district's demographic composition includes 83 percent White, 15.2 percent Hispanic, and 0.6 percent Asian students. In 2020, it spent $33,354 per student.
For more information on Grass Lake School District 36's demographics and spending: Illinois Report Card.
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