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Principal
Shwkar Abousweilem
Principal
Dr. Shwkar Abousweilem has been a Principal in District 111 for the past eight years at both Maddock and Burbank Schools.  Additionally, she has served as the District’s EL Program Coordinator for several years.  Dr. Abousweilem taught EL in District 111 for eight years prior to taking on an administrative role.  She received her Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership from Argosy University and holds a Master’s Degree in English Literature from Chicago State University.  She is excited about leading the team at Liberty Junior High School and looks forward to meeting the students and families.  
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Gallery 111

Photos of student artwork submitted for the 2026 Art Exhibition is now on digital display on the district website. Thank you to all our talented artists that participated! Click here to visit Gallery 111.
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Spelling Champ to Compete at National Spelling Bee

Please join us in celebrating Kirsten C. From Liberty Junior High School. Tonight, she won the 16th Annual ISC Spelling Bee Championship for all of Cook County! She is going to Washington DC in May to compete in the National Spelling Bee! Congrats and best wishes to Kirsten!
Kindergarten Meet & Greet

Kindergarten Meet & Greet May 6

Incoming Kindergarten Families: Meet & Greets will be held at all elementary schools on Wednesday, May 6. Students must be registered for the 2026-27 school year to attend.
Preschool screening

Preschool Screening May 6

Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old ready to learn, play, and grow? McCord Early Learning Center is now enrolling students into our Preschool program! Our classrooms are filled with hands-on learning, friendship, and fun—all in a nurturing environment designed to help every child shine. Register for a screening by April 30.

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