North Shore School District 112 Board of Education approves Michael Rodrigo as director of personnel services

The North Shore School District 112 Board of Education approved Michael Rodrigo’s appointment Tuesday night as director of Personnel Services. Michael Rodrigo is currently in his sixth year as the Wayne Thomas Elementary School principal. In the new role, effective July 1, 2024, Rodrigo will oversee the personnel services department responsible for recruitment and other critical staffing matters.

“Michael has exemplified outstanding leadership, resilience, creativity, and a consistent vision,” Superintendent Dr. Mike Lubelfeld said. “His successful tenure as principal at Wayne Thomas School marks the beginning of his impactful leadership journey within our district. He embodies the essence of a servant leader, driven by a purpose far more significant than himself.”

Before serving at Wayne Thomas, Rodrigo was the assistant principal at Walden Elementary School in Deerfield Public Schools District 109. He began his education career in various roles with Teach for America, placed at Rowe Elementary School, a Chicago charter school. Rodrigo earned his bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University, a master’s degree in teaching from Dominican University, and a master’s degree in education leadership from National Louis University. He is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at National Louis University, where he will also earn a superintendent license.

“I am deeply grateful for my time at Wayne Thomas, where I have worked alongside an extraordinary team and community,” Rodrigo said. “The experiences and relationships I’ve built there have been invaluable and will continue to inspire me in this new chapter. I am committed to bringing the same passion and dedication to my new role, focusing on positively impacting our district and fostering an environment where every student can thrive.”

A search for a new principal at Wayne Thomas will commence immediately.