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Principal
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

Recent News

Multicultural Event Flyer

Multicultural Night

Join us for our Annual Multicultural Night on September 18 at 5:30 pm! We’re kicking off the school year with a vibrant celebration of our diverse community. This year’s event is happening a little earlier - and what better way to begin than by honoring the rich cultures that make our district so special? Enjoy traditional dances, taste delicious cultural foods, participate in our Multicultural Parade, wear your traditional attire and bring your cultural pride as we come together to celebrate unity in diversity. Let’s make this night unforgettable!
For Sale Sign

Truck and Trailer for Sale

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Education of Burbank School District 111 at the District Administration building located at 7600 Central Avenue, Burbank, Illinois 60459 from September 2, 2025 to October 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM, for the sale of the following surplus personal property:
1996 Dodge Ram Truck
1994 Tex Bragg Trailer
preschool screening

Preschool Screening

Do you have a child who will be three years old by October 1? If so, it’s time to sign them up for our September Preschool Screening at McCord Early Learning Center!
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2025-2026 Bus Routes

AM and PM Bus Routes have been posted for our Elementary Schools and for Liberty Junior High School. Eligible students should have also received route information via email. A student is eligible for transportation if the student resides 1.5 miles or more from his/her assigned school or must cross a street determined to be a hazardous crossing.

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