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Dr. Sharon Walker-Hood

Principal

Dr. Walker-Hood is our most veteran school administrator with 23 years of experience in District 111. She has served as Principal at Maddock, Burbank, and McCord Schools. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Chicago State University as well as a Master of Arts in Education Administration from Governors State University. She also has a Doctorate in Education Leadership from Chicago State University. Dr. Walker-Hood will now be serving as a District Principal providing guidance and support to all our schools. Some areas of focus will include family involvement, teacher & staff evaluations, arrival & dismissal procedures, curriculum, and professional development. Dr. Walker-Hood is looking forward to her new role in the district and is eager to share her knowledge and insight.

Rosa G. Maddock School

8258 S. Sayre, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 598-0515

Recent News

School Board Candidate Information

Burbank School District 111 will have three school board seats to be filled at the April 6, 2027 Consolidated Election. Candidates who are elected will fill four-year terms expiring in April 2031. Candidates for the office of school board can begin to circulate nominating petitions beginning August 25. The period for candidate filing is November 16 - 23. Click here for additional information and required forms. Printed packets are available for pickup at the District Office.

Title I Information Meeting

Attention BSD111 Families: Our Title I Informational Meeting will be held as an open forum on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Burbank School Cafeteria. Everyone is welcome to attend and learn more about our ISBE Title I Grant, how these funds support our schools, and the impact they have on meeting the academic needs of our students. We look forward to seeing you there!

Preschool Screening September 16

Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old ready to learn, play, and grow? McCord Early Learning Center is now enrolling students into our Preschool program! Our classrooms are filled with hands-on learning, friendship, and fun—all in a nurturing environment designed to help every child shine. Register for a screening today.

TalkingPoints Messaging Platform for Families

We are excited to announce that District 111 will be using TalkingPoints to communicate with parents and guardians. TalkingPoints is a two-way multilingual family engagement platform helping teachers and school leadership stay connected with families via text message. Next week, you will receive a message from your child’s school regarding TalkingPoints.

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