Superintendent's Office
- Dennis Soustek, Interim Superintendent
 The Superintendent is the chief executive officer for the school district with the authority to manage, supervise, and evaluate all affairs of the system within the policies established by the Board of Education. The Superintendent administers the development and maintenance of an educational program designed to meet the needs of the community and carry out policies of the board. Additionally, he assists the board in developing long-range plans, formulates school objectives, policies, plans, and programs, conducts periodic audits of the total school program, and advises the board on recommendations for the educational advancement of the schools.
- Ph: 708-364-3305
- dsoustek@orland135.org
Business Services
- John T. Reiniche, Assistant Supt. for Business Services
 The Assistant Superintendent for Business Services works on the daily operations of the district with the goal of providing the necessary financial, accounting, and recordkeeping services to facilitate the best possible educational program. He is the chief financial officer of the district. He also is responsible for transportation and food services.
- Ph: 708-364-3312
- jreiniche@orland135.org
Student Services and Special Education
- Dr. Colleen Schultz, Assistant Supt. for Student Services and Director of Special Education
 The Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Director of Special Education oversee all district special needs programs and work closely with the Assistant Director to assure quality programs for students and quality staff development. Dr. Schultz and Ms. Belotti administer the district special education program, direct the student assistance staff, psychologist, and counselors, and develop and monitor all state and federal IDEA grants.
- Ph: 708-364-3331
- cschultz@orland135.org
Special Education
- Ellen Belotti, Director of Special Education
The Director of Special Education and Assistant Superintendent of Special Education oversee all district special needs programs and work closely with the Assistant Director to assure quality programs for students and quality staff development. Ms. Belotti and Dr. Schultz administer the district special education program, direct the student assistance staff, psychologist, and counselors, and develop and monitor all state and federal IDEA grants.
- Ph: 708-364-3350
- ebelotti@orland135.org
Human Resources
- Julie Oberwise, Director of Human Resources
 The Director coordinates personnel management policies, develops and supervises the evaluation of teachers, and implements a program of professional growth for staff members. She also is responsible for the Student Management System, student registration, and coordination of substitutes.
- Ph: 708-364-3308
- joberwise@orland135.org
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
- Laura Berry, Ed.D., Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
 The Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment oversees instruction-related services offered by Orland School District 135 and works collaboratively with staff members to support student learning. The Director assumes a leadership role in developing curriculum that is aligned to state and national standards; in designing, implementing, and evaluating research-based instructional programs; in ensuring the efficient operation of state and local testing programs; and in utilizing the analysis of learning data as a critical component of instructional decision-making. He/She also guides principals and other building leaders in creating, implementing, and sustaining high quality school improvement plans.
- Ph: 708-364-3315
- lberry@orland135.org
Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance
- Dan Werfelman, Director of Facilities, Maintenance
 The Director of Facilities and Maintenance oversees all district schools and grounds while working hand-in-hand with the Board of Education, administration, faculty, and staff. The goal of the department is to provide a safe, clean, attractive environment where students can learn and teachers can teach in a satisfying and rewarding atmosphere.
- Ph: 708-364-3310
- dwerfelman@orland135.org
Technology
- Dan Doogan, Technology Coordinator / Supervisor
 The Technology Coordinator / Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of all technology-related initiatives.
- Ph: 708-364-3362
- ddoogan@orland135.org
Community Relations
- Bridget McGuiggan, Community Relations Coordinator
 The department's mission is to cultivate a culture of communications that links home/school/community in supporting student learning. The Coordinator directs District 135's strategic communications plan to engage our publics so that they have an interest in student learning, a stake in student success, and a voice in shaping our student's future. The following venues are used: issues management, community relations, media relations, and web and print communications.
- Ph: 708-364-3335
- bmcguiggan@orland135.org
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