Dean's Office

MS. JENNI CUSTER

Hello Staff and Parents of Indian Trail! My name is Jenni Custer. I was born and raised in Wisconsin and began my teaching career as a German and Computer teacher in Middleton. I moved down to Illinois in 2014. I have been a Language Arts teacher at Peacock Middle School in Itasca for the last five years. I enjoy reading, cooking, and visiting new restaurants around the city. I cannot wait to be your Dean at Indian Trail, and get to know you!

MRS. JANETTE BARRETT

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! I am excited to be joining the Indian Trail family!

Although I am new to Indian Trail, this will be my 12^th year in Addison School District 4. Prior to becoming an Indian Trail Brave, I was a Special Education Resource teacher at Lake Park Elementary School. Throughout my years in Addison School District 4, I have had the opportunity to work with staff and students at all grade levels from early childhood through 8^th grade.

As Dean, my primary focus is to be a resource for students, families and staff and building relationships. I am committed to providing each student the support he or she needs to be independent and successful. I will work to guide students towards positive decision-making as they navigate some of the challenges of junior high. This can only be accomplished when we work as a team: the school, the student, and the parent(s)/guardian(s). Communication among teachers, parents, and students is an essential component to a successful school year.

I am excited to be an Indian Trail Brave and to serve the I.T. community. Together we can make this a great year!

DEAN'S OFFICE STAFF

Deans' Administrative Assistant

Sandra Chavez

630-458-2528

Family School Liaison

Noemi Galvez

630-458-2512

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

Detective Mike Wadsworth

Addison Police Department

“Parent involvement in education is crucial. No matter their income or background, students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school.” - National Coalition for Parent Involvement in education

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Deans' Office Philosophy: We believe and utilize Restorative Practices. Research suggests Restorative Practices fosters healthy relationships and promotes positive discipline in schools. The fundamental hypothesis of Restorative Practices is that human beings are happier, more cooperative and productive, and more likely to make positive changes in their behavior when those in positions of authority do things with them rather than to them or for them. Restorative Practices are used to improve relationships between students, between students and educators, and even between educators whose behavior often serves as a role model for students. The aim of Restorative Practices is to develop community and manage relational conflict by repairing harm and restoring the relationship between the victim(s) and the person(s) creating the harm.

"Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world"

-Nelson Mandela