Principal, Mr. Daniel Hill 

Born and raised in the city of Chicago,  Mr. Hill is a proud husband and father of three young men who have all attended Waukegan Public Schools.   He began his career in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 in the fall of 2002 as a mathematics teacher at Jack Benny Middle School.  In the Fall of 2008, he was hired as the Dean of Discipline at Jack Benny where he served until the spring of 2011.  He then served as the Assistant Principal at Abbott Middle School from 2011- 2015.  Before his most recent appointment as co-principal at Waukegan High School, Mr. Hill has been the Principal of Clearview Elementary School for five years.  During these 18 years of service in Waukegan Public School, Mr. Hill has grown to live by the personal motto and mission of reaching “every student, every day, no days off!”  Mr. Hill has earned a Bachelor Degree in Mathematics & Secondary Education from the University of Minnesota, a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership (Teacher-Leader) from Saint Xavier University, and a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership (Administration) from the American College of Education. Mr. Hill has a track record in WPS60 of improving school climate and culture, increasing student academic outcomes, and advancing staff and organizational effectiveness. 

Assistant Principal, Mr.Jerry

 

Irvin Jerry is an experienced educator, who spent twelve years in the classroom teaching physical education, health, and U.S. history. During that time, he honed his skills as an educator, striving to connect with his students and inspire them to achieve their full potential.

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Mr. Jerry coached women’s basketball at the collegiate level as well as boys’ and girls’ basketball at the high school level. Mr. Jerry developed a reputation as a coach who was dedicated to inspiring student athletes to excel in the classroom and on the court.

Mr. Jerry’s experience as an educator and coach, has shaped him as a leader that is able to connect with students, staff, and the community. He has a deep understanding of the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and communication. And is adept at bringing people together around a common goal. His experience has taught him the value of perseverance, resilience, and the importance of education as a tool for social change.