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Lazaro Lopez

Lazaro Lopez

Training Non Commissioned Officer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    National Expert and Executive Leader | Transforming Workforce, Education, and Economic Mobility | Architect of #CareerPathways, #WorkBasedLearning, #YouthApprenticeships, and #DualEnrollment.

  • Education

    • Roosevelt University

      2002 - 2004
      Master of Arts - MA Educational Leadership and Administration, General

    • Aurora University

      2005 - 2010
      Doctor of Education - EdD Educational Leadership and Administration, General

    • Illinois State University

      1996 - 1998
      Bachelor of Science - BS Secondary Education and Teaching

  • Experience

    • US Army

      Jun 1986 - Jun 1990
      Training Non Commissioned Officer

    • Township High School District 214

      Jan 1999 - now

      Led the effort to restructure academic programs district-wide within the construct of career pathways, work-based learning, and early college access. High School District 214 is known for extensive community partnerships, on-site medical simulation labs, advanced manufacturing facilities, entrepreneurial and IT innovation labs, and one of the nation's first high school NANO Technology Labs. Over 92% of students graduate with early college credit in general education requirements and career-related electives. Show less

      • Associate Superintendent

        Jul 2013 - now

      • Interim Superintendent

        Jan 2023 - Jun 2023

      • Associate Superintendent

        Jan 1999 - Jan 2023

    • Wheeling High School

      Jul 2007 - Jun 2013
      Principal

    • Roosevelt University

      Jan 2015 - Jul 2020
      Adjunct Professor

      Principal Preparation Program

    • Illinois Community College Board

      Mar 2015 - now
      Chairperson

      Appointed by the Governors of Illinois and confirmed by the Illinois Senate in 2015 and 2019 to serve as Chair of the Board for the Illinois Community College System. Board meetings are held throughout the year with organized groups representing students, faculty, trustees, staff, administrators, and college presidents actively involved in the decision-making process for the system.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Talent Pipeline Management Academy

      U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
      May 2023

    • School Superintendent

      Illinois State Board of Education
      May 2010

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Lazaro Lopez
      Education Week Leaders to Learn From Education Week Publication Feb 2025 Each year, Education Week identifies some of the nation’s most exceptional school district leaders in its EdWeek Leaders To Learn From report and shines a spotlight on their extraordinary impact on the success of educators and students.
    • Awarded to Lazaro Lopez
      Illinois High School Principal of the Year Illinois Principal's Association Oct 2014 The Horace Mann/IPA High School Principal of the Year Awards program annually recognizes outstanding high school leaders who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. The principals have made exemplary contributions to the profession and are acknowledged by their peers. The program honors high school principals who have demonstrated that they excel in the seven areas addressed by the selection criteria.
    • Awarded to Lazaro Lopez
      Profiles of Change U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Jan 2014 Profiles of Change is a video campaign featuring testimonials from people across the country who are doing extraordinary work to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education. Visit ProfilesofChange.org to see the videos, learn about the change-makers, and share their stories across social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24f5XVwvjlc
    • Awarded to Lazaro Lopez
      Dr. Liz Ennis Innovative Educator Award High School District 214 Apr 2010 Dr. Elizabeth A. Ennis, former District 214 superintendent, encouraged new and creative methods for improving student learning and achievement. Recognized as the most significant recognition by the school district, the Dr. Elizabeth A. Ennis Innovator Award is presented annually to a District 214 staff member whose innovative work enhances the quality of teaching, learning, and/or the working environment in the District.