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Dr. Scott Schwartz
Superintendent
Dr. Scott Schwartz, who assumed the role of Superintendent of Schools for Gavin School District 37 in July 2021, brings over two decades of experience in public education. His professional journey encompasses various positions, including teacher, assistant principal, principal, and district administrator. Prior to his appointment at Gavin 37, Dr. Schwartz served as Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation for the Deerfield Public Schools District 109. He held the position of Principal at Walden Elementary School in Deerfield and served as an Assistant Principal at Caruso Middle School in Deerfield. Additionally, he has experience as a middle school social studies teacher.
Dr. Schwartz earned his Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) from Loyola University Chicago in 2014. His dissertation focused on identifying motivational factors for elementary teachers belonging to distinct age groups, namely Veteran, Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Generation Y. He also holds a Chief School Business Office (CSBO) certificate from Northern University, a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from National Louis University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education from Indiana University, Bloomington.
Dr. Schwartz has actively participated in professional development initiatives. He co-facilitated the Aspiring School Leader Network with the Illinois Principals Association. The primary objective of this network is to foster the mindset, leadership capabilities, and community of peers essential for aspiring administrators to envision themselves as future learning leaders.
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