Superintendent's Office

ANNOUNCEMENT

Superintendent Dr. Teresa Hill, Director of Fine Arts Mr. Mario Moody, and the School District 151 Board of Education proudly announce the development of the

South Holland School District 151

Fine Arts/STEM Center

at Coolidge Middle School

Opening in August 2026!

Fine Arts Stem Center Overview

This state-of-the-art facility was designed by JMA Architects based on the vision of Dr. Teresa Hill, Superintendent, and Mr. Paul Woehlke, former Asst. Superintendent/CSBO, who began planning for this project in 2013. It is a part of the legacy that Dr. Hill will leave behind after 14 years of leadership in School District 151.

The design, development, and completion of this project have been made possible through the hard work of many individuals including:

Mr. James Maciejewski, Architect, JMA Architects

Mr. Ernest Clark, Chief School Business Official, SHSD 151

Mr. Phillip Neal, Safety and Facilities Director, SHSD 151

Mr. Mario Moody, Director of Fine Arts & Enrichment, SHSD 151

Mr. Christopher Roth, Director of Technology, SHSD 151

Mrs. Chevia Rush, Principal - Coolidge Middle School, SHSD 151

A Message from the Superintendent

May 27, 2026

Dear SHSD151 Community:

As you are aware, my last day as Superintendent of School District 151 will be June 30, 2026. The Board of Education has selected Dr. Kathryn Varner, an educational leader with 25 years of experience in South Holland School District 151, as the new superintendent effective July 1, 2026. I have no doubt that Dr. Varner will be a caring, dedicated, and student-focused leader for School District 151. (Click here for the full announcement.)

Being entrusted with the education of your children for the past 14 years has been one of the biggest honors of my life. Together, we have seen just a small glimpse of what our children can do. I encourage you to stay involved in your children’s education and don’t accept anything less for your children.

You select your Board members. Hold them accountable for putting children first and continuing to provide the supports, services, instruction, programs, and experiences that prepare your children for future success. Attend Board meetings. Participate in family events. Give input when you are asked (and when you're not asked). Ask questions. Vote. Your involvement makes the difference.

I will present a final State of the District Report for the community at my final Board of Education meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 7:00pm at Madison School. Over the coming days, I will work with Dr. Varner and our administrators and staff to ensure a smooth transition for our students, family, and community. Thank you for your continued support of School District 151!

Sincerely,

Dr. Teresa Hill

All children can learn . . . Period.

Get to Know Dr. Teresa Hill

I have served as Superintendent of South Holland School District 151 since 2012. Prior to coming to School District 151, I served as an Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction in Bloomington, IL and Barrington, IL for a total of six years. I have served as an Elementary School Principal and Elementary Assistant Principal in Central Illinois. I started my career as a Kindergarten teacher in Peoria Public School District 150.

After attending Franklin Elementary School and Lincoln Junior High School (District 148) and graduating from Thornridge High School (District 205), I earned Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate degrees in Elementary Education and Educational Administration and Foundations from Illinois State University. My research and service interests focus on the achievement gap, school improvement, curriculum and instruction, equity, and reading instruction.

As an educator, my favorite thing to do is visit schools and watch student learning. Most School District 151 students have seen me at one time or another visiting their classroom, walking through the hallway, or watching their extracurricular activity. I am inspired by the great things we can do with and for students both inside and outside of the classroom.

My motto is "All children can learn . . . Period."

For information about the great things we have accomplished in School District 151, please click the "Accomplishments and Documents" link in the menu on the left.