Insight 28

Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools
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Join Superintendent Dr. Jason Pearson as he showcases the people, programs, and places that make Northbrook School District 28 a destination district! 

  1. DEC 8

    Build 28: Westmoor Design Process 🦺🛠️

    In 2026, construction will be ramping up at all Northbrook School District 28 schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. In the third Insight 28 episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Maria Eck, Westmoor Principal and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the renovations and additions at Westmoor are going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    19 min

  2. OCT 14

    Build 28: Greenbriar School Design Process 🛠️🦺

    This is a particularly exciting year in Northbrook School District 28 as we kick off construction at all of our schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. To keep you informed about the projects, each podcast this year will focus on what is happening at our four schools.  In the second episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Dr. Danielle Moran, Greenbriar Principal, Jessica Donato, Chief School Business Official, and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the renovations and additions at Greenbriar are going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    21 min

  3. SEP 15

    Build 28: Meadowbrook School Kicks off Construction 🦺🛠️

    This is a particularly exciting year in Northbrook School District 28 as we kick off construction at all of our schools thanks to our community’s support of a $94.9 million referendum last spring. We have branded this construction our Build 28 initiative. To keep you informed about the projects, each podcast this year will focus on what is happening at our four schools.  The first construction project underway is our new gym at Meadowbrook School. In the first episode of the 25-26 school year, Host Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools, sits down for a discussion with Dr. Ginny Hiltz, Meadowbrook Principal, Jessica Donato, Chief School Business Official, and Heather Juhl, Architect from DLA Architects, to discuss how the new construction is going to enhance teaching and learning for students and staff, what students and staff are most excited about, sustainable design features for the new construction, the timeline for completion and many more interesting tidbits.  LEARN MORE: www.northbrook28.net/about-us/build28 More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    30 min

  4. MAY 21

    Social-Emotional Learning

    What is social-emotional learning, and why is it important?  Host Dr. Jason Pearson, superintendent of schools, explores how and why the district has been focusing on plans to improve SEL over the past two years. You will hear from students and educators as we try to paint a picture of how the district is building belonging for students and staff,  developing social skills and supporting emotional health, and focusing on enhancing student and staff member well-being. More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    18 min

  5. FEB 24

    April 1 Referendum - Part 2

    Dr. Jason Pearson chats with Chief School Business Official Jessica Donato and Director of Buildings and Grounds Joel Gallegos about the building issues, renovations, and additions that are in the $94.9 million referendum plans. #d28referendum More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    20 min

  6. JAN 31

    Book Discussion: "The Anxious Generation"

    Today we’re talking with Northbrook Junior High Principal Dr. Scott Meek  and Greenbriar Principal Dr. Ginny Hiltz about their recent Family Engagement presentation on what is currently number 1 on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list, “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt.  This book has resonated with parents around the world and certainly here in Northbrook. Given the high interest of this issue, we thought this would be a great venue to share the key insights from their book discussion. Helpful resources CASEL: Advancing social-emotional learning The Let Grow Experience encourages parents Thanks to Dr. Lisa Novak and CATCH who started the conversation about The Anxious Generation in our community. Click here to access all of their outstanding resources. More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    19 min

  7. JAN 16

    April 1 Referendum-Pt. 1

    Welcome back to Season 2 of Insight 28! Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jason Pearson talks with Chief School Business Official Jessica Donato and two leaders of the community committee Building Tomorrow Together, Tamara Reese and Steve Szumokski. This episode will cover how the district determined the extent of building needs, funding issues and how the Board of Education involved the community in formulating a plan. Visit northbrook28.net/referendum for more information. Submit questions to d28communications@northbrook28.net More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    15 min

  8. 05/16/2023

    5th Grade Musicals!

    The 5th-grade musical in District 28 is a rite of passage, and parents and students alike reflect on it for a long time. In this episode, Dr. Pearson visits with each music teacher to talk about why it is an important component of the 5th-grade experience. You'll also hear students' perspectives. So let's have a little fun and experience what it's like to be on stage, what's behind all the effort and the lasting impressions it leaves on students. You can find the performances on our school's YouTube Channel: Greenbriar YouTube Meadowbrook YouTube Westmoor YouTube More about Northbrook District 28 Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net. Contact Us Have a suggestion or comment about our podcast? Contact Samantha Scheinman, Director of Communications & Community Relations at sscheinman@northbrook28.net

    23 min
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Join Superintendent Dr. Jason Pearson as he showcases the people, programs, and places that make Northbrook School District 28 a destination district! 

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  • Creator
    Dr. Jason Pearson, Superintendent of Schools
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
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