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Leadership

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Students, families, and community members should feel confident that they have access to all available resources at Downers Grove North, including our leadership team. Our dedicated DGN administrative team is here to support and assist you.

The principal leads the school’s direction and works closely with families, staff and students to create a positive learning environment. Families can contact her with questions about schoolwide initiatives, culture or overall student experience.

  • Associate Principal for Curriculum and Instruction: Keith Palz / kpalz@csd99.org

The associate principal for curriculum and instruction leads teaching and learning at the school, overseeing curriculum, scheduling and academic programs. Families can contact him with questions about courses, instructional resources or testing.

The associate principal for operations and technology ensures that school facilities, safety and technology run smoothly. Families can contact him with questions about building operations, safety procedures or technology resources.

The associate principal for staff and students supports a safe and positive learning environment by overseeing attendance, security and student support programs. Families can contact him with questions about attendance, residency or programs that build school culture.

The associate principal for student support services oversees student supports, transitions and testing. Families can contact her with questions about special education, counseling or resources that help every student succeed.

The associate principal for athletics oversees all athletic programs and events. Families can contact him with questions about contests, coaches, facilities or student-athlete opportunities.

The director of student activities coordinates school events, dances and assemblies, while also supporting student leadership, clubs and celebrations. Families can contact him with questions about student activities, publications or special events like Homecoming and graduation.

The director of facilities ensures that the school building is safe, clean and well-maintained. Families can contact her with questions about facility use, maintenance or building improvements.