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Principal's Message

Tara Wrobel

Principal

Hello Byrd Explorer Families,

I am excited to share that my whole teaching career has been here in Burbank School District 111. During my years here in BSD111, I have worked as a classroom teacher, Instructional Coach, and an Assistant Principal at J.B. Kennedy School. I have had the pleasure of teaching grades second, third, and fourth.

My goal as the principal of Byrd School is to ensure that through positive school culture, a solid collaboration between home and school, and the utilization of sound, best instructional practices all students, staff, and families will achieve personal and academic achievement. I bring a strong belief that students are the center of all school related decisions. I am always eager to support and develop relationships with all Byrd students and form collaborative partnerships with families and staff. Relationships between families and the school are vital to academic success. I encourage you to become involved in every way possible.

Respectfully,

Mrs. Wrobel

[email protected]

Richard E. Byrd School

8259 S. Lavergne, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 499-3049

Recent News

Preschool Screening Sign-Up for the 2025–2026 School Year

Burbank School District 111 is now enrolling new students for our Preschool Program for the 2025–2026 school year. Families interested in enrolling their child must participate in a Preschool Screening. This screening is required for all new preschool-aged children who will be three years old by August 2025. If you have a child - or know someone with a child - who meets this age requirement and is interested in joining our Early Learning Program, please complete the screening sign-up form using the link here. We look forward to welcoming your family to our McCord community!

2025-2026 PASS Registration

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