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Highland Elementary’s Outdoor Education highlighted as part of district strategy

Board of Education, School District 68 (Skokie SD 68) · September 18, 2025
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Summary

Principal Dr. Karen Bradley presented the district's Outdoor Education initiative, focusing on Highland Elementary and linking it to strategic goals for teaching and social‑emotional learning; the presentation included staff and student reflections on hands‑on learning.

Dr. Karen Bradley, principal, presented a Highland Elementary highlight on the district’s Outdoor Education initiative, describing hands‑on learning that supports the district Strategic Plan goals for Teaching and Learning and Social‑Emotional Learning. The presentation referenced student reflections and staff feedback to illustrate academic and emotional benefits.

Bradley emphasized experiential learning that extends beyond the classroom and fosters engagement, curiosity and collaboration. The district cited the initiative as part of ongoing instructional innovation and whole‑child supports; no board action was required beyond recognition during the Superintendent’s reports.