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Mr. Tom Martin

Principal

Tom Martin has been the Principal at Byrd School for the past seven years. Prior to that, he taught physical education in District 111 for twelve years and served as Assistant Principal at Kennedy School. Mr. Martin holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of St. Francis. Mr. Martin is eager to make the transition to Burbank School and looks forward to getting acquainted with the students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Luther Burbank School

8235 S. Linder, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 499-0838

Recent News

Board Briefs - March BOE Meeting

The regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.

Gallery 111

Photos of student artwork submitted for the 2024 Art Exhibition is now on digital display on the district website. Thank you to all our talented artists that participated! Click here to visit Gallery 111.

Tobin Student Wins South Cook Regional Spelling Bee

South Cook ISC 4 comprises 66 school districts, and last night, the district Spelling Bee winners showcased their remarkable spelling skills at the 14th Annual South Cook ISC Scripps Spelling Bee. With immense pride, we announce that Kirsten, a 5th-grade student from BSD111 Tobin School, emerged as the champion!

2024-2025 Registration Opens March 1

New and Returning Student Registration opens March 1. Parents and guardians of current students will receive an email with a direct snap-code link to register their student. Current 5th grade students moving on to Liberty next year should be registered as Returning Students. Please also note: snapcode letters indicate your child's current school. For students affected by the boundary changes - school assignments will be changed over the summer to reflect placement for the 2024-25 school year.

Congratulations Young Authors Contest Winners!

Our Annual Young Authors Contest was held February 21 at Tobin School. A winner from each grade level was selected as well as an overall district winner. A link to each grade level winning submission can be found here. Congrats to all our talented young authors!

Kindergarten Registration Opens March 1

Will your child be five by September 1, 2024? Kindergarten registration for the upcoming school year opens March 1.

ISBE Honors over 500 Illinoisans for Extraordinary Contributions to Education Across the State

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today announced the over 500 Illinoisans honored for their extraordinary contributions to education across the state through its annual Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards. The awardees announced today include Burbank School District’s own Dr. JR Entsminger, Principal of Kennedy School!