SEDOL

Thank you, Tim, for your dedication and impact across SEDOL.

Congratulations to Tim Thul, March's Employee of the Month! Tim consistently goes above and beyond, using his creativity to support SEDOL in meaningful ways. From redesigning Laremont’s mascot to contributing to program materials, his work strengthens our visual identity.

The Coyotes brought home first place in the Sculpture, Multimedia, and Drawing categories. They also received second place in Digital and an honorable mention in Sculpture. Keep up the amazing work!

We did things a little different this month, and we have several STAR students for March! This month, we're recognizing all of the talented artists from Cyd Lash who submitted artwork for the annual Art Show. youtube.com/watch?v=59stlC…

A special thank you to our keynote speakers, Thomas C. Murray and Dr. Doug Bolton, and to the staff at Grant Community High School for graciously hosting the event.

In partnership with @lake_roe, we hosted the 2026 Lake County Institute Day. We invited 13 school districts and more than 1,000 educators for a day of professional learning featuring 74 presenters across 118 sessions and three specialized trainings. youtu.be/Ela-p1KPuz8

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our tour of Fairhaven and John Powers! A special shoutout to the students at JPC who took the time to teach our guest a few signs!

Some Cyd Lash students were trained in hands-only CPR last week, building skills that can help save lives. Immediate action during a cardiac emergency can make all the difference, and these students are learning how to step up when it matters most. Are you CPR/AED trained?

Did you know that Cyd Lash has a climbing wall? A few of our guests found out and tried their hand at a climb. Come back next week, and we can try the obstacle course!

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our Program Tours of the Gages Lake Campus. A special shoutout to all the students who pitched in to make this tour special for our guests!

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night to welcome Dr. Jennifer Thomas to SEDOL! We are grateful for the opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate this exciting new chapter. Welcome to SEDOL, Dr. Thomas! We're excited to work with you!

Today is National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! SEDOL proudly acknowledges the staff who work tirelessly to keep our facilities running safely and smoothly. Thank you for your dedication and diligence. We are so grateful to have you!

It's National School Social Work Week! SEDOL proudly recognizes the dedication of our Social Workers. Every day, you empower our students to succeed by removing barriers and ensuring they have the resources they need. We are so grateful to have you!

It was a meaningful opportunity for students to build literacy skills, strengthen confidence, and model leadership for younger learners.

Students from Cyd Lash traveled to Gages Lake today to celebrate Read for the Record Day by reading to their younger peers. After sharing See Marcus Grow, students connected their reading to hands-on activities that reinforced key concepts from the story.

Join us Saturday at the Lake County Educator Job Fair at the Lake County Regional Office of Education in Lake Forest! Your education career starts here. Connect with hiring schools and education partners from across Lake County—all in one morning! Scan the QR code to register.

Her impact will be felt for years to come, and she will be greatly missed. Thank you, Joanne, for your leadership, commitment, and lasting service to SEDOL. youtu.be/mzLph35i6SA

Today, we celebrated the remarkable contributions of Joanne Osmond and her more than 30 years of dedicated service to SEDOL. Throughout her time with our district, Joanne has been a steady advocate for students, a thoughtful leader, and a valued member of our community.

Another staffer said, “Students trust her deeply, often seeking her out not just for medical needs, but because she brings a sense of safety and calm to their day.”

Congratulations to Carolyn Smith, February's Employee of the Month! Her co-workers describe her as someone with exceptional patience and compassion. Thank you for your service.