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Cook County Schools Welcomes New Staff, Upgrades Security

9/11/2025

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Cook County Schools ISD 166 welcomed nine new staff members, including five teachers, for the 2025-26 school year starting September 2.
Superintendent Chris Lindholm expressed excitement about the new hires in roles such as industrial arts and speech language pathology.
The school board plans to upgrade its outdated security camera system of 70 cameras, following a community-supported referendum from November 2024.
Bidding for the security project will start in October, with selection set for November.
Christina School District welcomed over 150 new employees during orientation from August 19-21, focusing on technology and restorative practices training.

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Cook County Schools ISD 166 welcomed nine new staff members, including five teachers, for the 2025-26 school year starting September 2.
Superintendent Chris Lindholm expressed excitement about the new hires in roles such as industrial arts and speech language pathology.
The school board plans to upgrade its outdated security camera system of 70 cameras, following a community-supported referendum from November 2024.
Bidding for the security project will start in October, with selection set for November.
Christina School District welcomed over 150 new employees during orientation from August 19-21, focusing on technology and restorative practices training.