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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.

Recent News

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E-Learning Day - Monday, January 26

Due to the inclement weather forecast, Monday, January 26 will be an E-Learning Day. Students in Grades K-5 should log onto Microsoft Teams to start their day at 8:25 am. Liberty students, Grades 6-8, should log onto Microsoft Teams to begin first period at 9:00 am. Teachers in the EC/Pre-K program will reach out to parents & guardians with instructions.
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District Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House

LJHS Junior Honor Society students are proud to lead the 2026 Districtwide Fundraiser benefiting the Ronald McDonald House and we invite our entire community to join us in making a meaningful impact. Throughout the campaign, students will be raising funds, hosting restaurant fundraiser nights, and collecting much needed items for Food Care Packs to support families during their most challenging times. We encourage everyone to mark the dates on their calendars, plan to dine out, donate, or participate in our Pack the Pack events, and show support for our students’ passion for service. Together, we can help them reach their goals and make a powerful difference through their community driven philanthropic efforts. More information coming soon!
STEM Fair

District STEM Fair

This year's District STEM Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at Luther Burbank School. Click the article for a STEM Fair informational packet, which include planning tips, guidelines, and project ideas!
city sticker design contest winner from Burbank school

Burbank City Sticker Design Contest Winner

We are thrilled to announce the winner of our 2026 Vehicle Sticker Contest, held among our amazing Kindergarten through 5th grade students in celebration of the Burbank Community and our district’s 150th Anniversary! This year’s Districtwide Winner is Johnny, a talented 5th Grade student at Burbank School!
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Young Authors Contest

The Young Authors Contest promotes writing and creativity by encouraging children to write an original story and present it in book form. The contest is open to all students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Submissions are due Thursday, January 8.
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District 111 Supports Immigration Rights

We want to reassure you that our schools are safe and welcoming places for every child. Attached is a letter from Dr. Fleck that explains our district’s commitment to providing all students with a free and equal education, regardless of immigration status, and outlines the policies we follow to ensure student safety and support. Please take a few minutes to read the attached letter and resources. Thank you for being an important part of our school community.
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2025-2026 Bus Routes

AM and PM Bus Routes have been posted for our Elementary Schools and for Liberty Junior High School. Eligible students should have also received route information via email. A student is eligible for transportation if the student resides 1.5 miles or more from his/her assigned school or must cross a street determined to be a hazardous crossing.
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Back to School Newsletter

Check out our Back to School Newsletter for information on the 2025-2026 school year. Welcome back!

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