214@100: Once a Bison, always a Bison

Posted May 13, 2015 11:00 pm

By Nicole Bankowski Buffalo Grove High School

At Buffalo Grove High School, people say "Once a Bison, always a Bison." This rings true for Jeff Wardle, a former math teacher who returned at the beginning of the 2014-15 year as the school's principal.

Wardle first taught abroad, in Venezuela and Mexico, before teaching math at Buffalo Grove High School. He left in 2008 to become a division head at John Hersey High School. Returning to Buffalo Grove brings back fond memories for Wardle - beyond the professional highlights, he met his wife, then-physical education teacher Laura Vermiglio, while subbing at the school.

In his first year as principal, Wardle has made solid relationships with the school's staff and students. "I believe leadership is all about relationships, so getting to know the people here is really important to me," Wardle said.

• 214@100 is a celebration of District 214's centennial; 100 people, places, things and events that have shaped its unique history. To contribute ideas, email us at district 214@dailyherald.com.

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