Harvey School District 152 recently announced the appointment of Dr. Gloria Carbajal-Trejo as the new Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and will begin her role on July 1, 2024.
Dr. Trejo has been in education for the past 28 years and has worked for Chicago Public Schools, Bloomington Public Schools and West Chicago District 33. For the past 23 years, Dr. Trejo has worked in West Chicago District 33 in various roles, including Lead Teacher, ELL Director, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent.
In 2018, Dr. Gloria Trejo was Illinois Elementary Principal of the Year through Illinois Principal Association (IPA). The National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) selected her for the National Distinguished Principals Program. This recognition took place in Washington D.C., where she visited the White House. She serves on Governor Pritzker’s Educational Success Committee to advise and guide the incoming administration on various educational issues.
“I am thrilled to join Harvey District 152, a place that holds many cherished childhood memories, as I spent numerous summers here with my family,” Dr. Trejo said. “With relatives still residing in the area, I am excited to return to a community that is dear to my heart.”
Dr. Trejo’s goal is to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where educators and staff feel empowered to innovate and excel. Additionally, she aims to enhance student achievement by implementing data-driven strategies and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students.
Harvey School District 152 serves nearly 1,600 students within one early childhood center, four elementary schools and one middle school in Harvey, Ill.