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About Cook County District 130
District Information
Cook County School District 130 serves approximately 3,000 students at 12 school sites. The district serves portions of the communities of Alsip, Blue Island, Crestwood, and Robbins.
Our Mission
Provide a well-rounded educational foundation that supports our children's academic, physical, and emotional growth; success; and commitment to others.
Our Vision
Cook County School District 130 is committed to creating a culture that fosters a trusting, collaborative, and equitable learning environment for all members of our school community.
We offer an array of exceptional programs and services that cater to diverse student needs, fostering academic excellence, creativity, and holistic development.
Our Core Values
Equitable Opportunities for Instruction and Programs – Every student should have access and opportunities to explore a wide range of content and learning.
High Expectations for All – Students and adults in the school community should be held to high standards of achievement while setting high aspirations.
Meaningful Family and Community Engagement – Students are most successful when families and the community are closely aligned and engaged with the schools.
Literate and Critical Thinkers – Students should be flexible thinkers, adaptive problem solver, and literate citizens.
Innovative Instruction Based in Best Practice and Using Relevant Technology – Instruction should always be improving, and we should constantly be seeking to improve teaching and learning.
Healthy Minds and Bodies – Successful learners understand the relationship between good health, fitness, and intellectual abilities, and strive to achieve that balance.
Positive and Respectful Relationships – All members of the school community are expected to be positive and supportive of each other while seeking to improve students' experiences and their schools.
Responsible Behavior and Actions – All members of the school community should behave responsibly and work to create a safe and inviting school environment.
Sustainable Learning for Our Future
Mountain SD is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and fostering a culture of sustainability within its schools and central office.
Sustainability is a core value for our district, and we strive to create a learning environment that promotes environmental responsibility for future generations.
The district has implemented a comprehensive program that includes a variety of initiatives. These include:
- installing solar panels on school rooftops to generate clean energy
- implementing a robust recycling and composting program to reduce waste
- promoting the use of electric school buses for cleaner transportation
- parterning with local farms to source fresh, locally-grown food for its cafeterias
These efforts are not only benefiting the environment, but also creating a more engaging learning experience for students. Through school gardens and outdoor classrooms, students are actively involved in understanding environmental issues and exploring sustainable solutions.
Mountain SD is committed to continuing its leadership in sustainability and inspiring other school districts to adopt similar practices.
District Administration
| Colleen M. McKay, Ed.D. | Superintendent |
| Carrie Tisch | Assistant Superintendent – Human Resources |
| Lucero Moreno | Assistant Superintendent – Business & Financial Services |
| Stephanie Delgrosso | Assistant Superintendent – Curriculum & Instruction |
| Constance Grimm-Grason, Ed.D. | Assistant Superintendent – Student Services & Accountability |
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Department Contacts
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| Enid Alvarez | Director of Language, Culture & Learning |
| Ernest Cherullo, Ed.D. | Director of Special Education |
| Alma Cano |
Director of Early Childhood |
| John Dudzik | Director of Human Resources |
| Geoffery Farr | Director of School Safety |
| Kimberly Hauser |
Director of Technology |
| Jessica Greenberg | Director of Digital Instruction & Communication |
| Terese Maurer | Director of Leadership |
| William O’Shea | Director of Buildings & Grounds |
A Brief History of Cook County School District 130
In 1847, the first public school in the area opened at what is now Maple and Grove Streets in Blue Island. The building, which later became a library and public meeting hall, still stands not far from the present Whittier School. The first building on Maple was replaced by a two-story structure in 1854-55, which was named Whittier School. This second structure was replaced by a Victorian version, and later by the present Whittier building in 1925.
As the community grew, other buildings were added to the school system. During the 1950's, the Illinois legislature forced the closing of District 129, a one-room school. The Crestwood students from District 129 became a part of School District 130 at that time. Just 16 students attended the area's first public school in 1847, although about 80 school aged children were known to live in the area. Today, Cook County School District 130 makes every effort to have all children within its boundaries in a school program. Currently approximately 3,000 students from Alsip, Blue Island, Crestwood and Robbins attend school in Cook County School District 130.