New principal named at Fremd High School

At its Feb. 18 meeting, the High School District 211 board of education approved the appointment of Mark Langer as principal at William Fremd High School, effective July 1.

Langer, currently assistant principal at James B. Conant High School, will take over the principalship from Kurt Tenopir, who will move into his new role as assistant superintendent for administrative services on July 1, following seven years as principal at Fremd High School.

Langer began his teaching career as a science teacher at Palatine High School in 2003. He was named the school's dean of students for the 2011-2012 school year. He served as 10-month assistant principal at Conant High School for the 2013-2014 school year, and then returned to Palatine High School as 10-month assistant principal for the 2014-2015 school year.

Langer was named 12-month assistant principal for discipline at Conant High School, serving in that capacity from 2015-2017, and was promoted to his current position as 12-month assistant principal for buildings and grounds, and activity director in 2017.

"Mark Langer is a dedicated and thoughtful leader who embraces new opportunities, allowing for every student to excel," said Superintendent Lisa Small.

"He partners with students, staff and parents to gain the perspective of all stakeholders as he ensures a positive impact on a school. His reflective nature, open-minded leadership style, and dedication to excellence is a great match for the William Fremd High School community."

Langer graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in food sciences and human nutrition. He earned his master's degree in secondary education from National Louis University in 2003, and earned a second master's degree in educational administration from Northern Illinois University in 2011.

In 2019, Langer was recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education with a Those Who Excel Award in the School Administrator category.