Values, Mission & Rightful Presence
Mission Statement
Together, we empower, support, and motivate all students to thrive along their unique educational journey.
District Vision
At District 308, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. With a rich tapestry of diverse cultures and languages, we celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives that each student brings to our community. Whether you are a student, parent, educator, or community member, District 308 welcomes you to be part of our journey. Together, we shape the future by empowering each individual to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Core Values
Collaboration - Courtesy - Dignity - Empathy - Humanization - Integrity
Largest Kendall County Employer
- 2,477 Employees
- 93.8% Teacher Retention Rate
- 73% of Teachers with a Master's Degree or Higher
68.8 Square Miles Across:
- Oswego
- Aurora
- Joliet
- Montgomery
- Plainfield
- Yorkville
7th Largest IL School District
13 Elementary Schools
5 Junior High Schools
2 High Schools
1 Alternative School
1 Theraputic Day School
1 Early Childhood Center
1 Transition Center
2.2 Million Bus Miles Driven Annually
Over 1.5 Million Meals Prepared & Served Annually
Student Demographics
Low Income 30%
With IEPs 15.1%
English Learners 13.9%
White 48%
Hispanic 27.2%
Black 11%
Asian 8.8%
Multi-Racial 4.6%
Graduation Rate 95.5%
Post-Secondary Enrollment 72.1%
Students Taking AP Course 1,742
Development
Over the past several years, SD 308 has faced a wide range of financial challenges.
The goal is to fund these projects with entirely new revenue, through strategic outreach to alumni, development of new events, and increased corporate engagement and sponsorship.
Projects in Development:
- Annual Appeal (Alumni and Community partners)
- Corporate Sponsorship/Advertising Opportunities
- Community Engagement (Individual/Corporate/Social)
- Premier Events (Homecoming, Crosstown, Hall of Distinction Celebration, Day of Giving)
- Planned Giving and Donations
- Alumni Network
Strategic Roadmap
Community Unit School District 308 serves more than 18,000 students in pre-school through grade 12 and is the seventh largest public school district in Illinois. The student population is extremely diverse and rapidly growing. The district has space to accommodate even more students as the population in the areas it serves grows over the next several years.
While much of the area underwent a housing crisis, enrollment in School District 308 continued to grow—more than doubling since 2003. The district covers about 68 square miles, serving students in Oswego, Aurora, Joliet, Montgomery, Plainfield and Yorkville.
District 308 is proud of its tremendous faculty, staff and leadership team members. The entire community comes together to improve student achievement—the district's first priority. Measures in achievement include its top scores on state and national tests, its leadership in countless areas such as technology, curriculum, career-technical education and food services. District 308 has experienced phenomenal growth over the past decade, and a continued pursuit of world-class instruction ensures students are always ready for the future.
At District 308, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to excel academically, socially, and emotionally. With a rich tapestry of diverse cultures and languages, we celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives that each student brings to our community.
Whether you are a student, parent, educator, or community member, District 308 welcomes you to be part of our journey. Together, we shape the future by empowering each individual to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Thank you for being a part of District 308 - where excellence knows no bounds.
