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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

Trivia Night

District 111 will be hosting its first district-wide Trivia Night on Tuesday, November 12 at 6:00 pm at Burbank School. The friendly competition is open to teams of 6-8, consisting of family members, staff, and students. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Burbank Park District Teen Mixer

Burbank Park District is hosting a Teen Mixer at Fusion on Friday, October 18. Student participants and their parent/guardian must sign the waiver in order to attend.

Preschool Screening

District 111 provides development screenings for children ages 3 and 4 living within the boundaries of Burbank, Illinois. Developmental screenings typically assess a child's skill in areas such as language, motor development, self-help and emotional development. If a child is identified as a risk, further evaluation and support may be recommended. The next preschool screening will be held at McCord Early Learning Center on February 19, 2025.

Health & Wellness Fair

Join us for our Annual Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. There will be many activities including a Farmers Market, Obstacle Course, Speed Cup Stacking, School Themed Workout Stations, Fun Inflatables, Pumpkin Painting, and our very exciting Fall Into Fitness COLOR FUN Run starting at 10:30 am. Hope to see everyone there! Don't forget to order your T-Shirt TODAY!

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