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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.

Liberty Junior High School

5900 W. 81st Street, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 952-3255

Recent News

Liberty Student Competes at ISC Scripps Regional Spelling Bee Championship

In December, students in grades 3-8 in West, North, and South Cook County schools participate in Spelling Bee competitions. Approximately 100,000 spellers compete to become the school, district, and regional champion! Our Liberty Junior High student, Kirsten, has achieved the regional title for two consecutive years!

Gallery 111

Photos of student artwork submitted for the 2025 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.

2025-2026 PASS Registration

Registration for returning PASS families will open online - end of May. Registration for new PASS families will open online - end of July.

Illinois 5Essentials Survey

Parents & Guardians, please take the Illinois 5Essentials Survey to help us generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child's school. This survey will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of our schools' effectiveness. The deadline is Friday, March 28.

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