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![Tamiko Thomas]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783105430/district196org/i65qhouj28pigxhoaoh8/TamikoThomas.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783105430/district196org/i65qhouj28pigxhoaoh8/TamikoThomas.png","width":390}])
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about Tamiko Thomas Joins District 196 as ALC Coordinator
![collage of photos reflecting, academics, arts and athletics]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1784318233/district196org/aguekmpercslehafnslt/Academics4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1784318233/district196org/aguekmpercslehafnslt/Academics4.jpg","width":512}])
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about District 196 Celebrates Banner Year in Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Activities
![ASBO seals for International Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) and Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775063768/district196org/dpxm2uudrrhagbhrxnbf/ASBOAwards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775063768/district196org/dpxm2uudrrhagbhrxnbf/ASBOAwards.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775063768/district196org/dpxm2uudrrhagbhrxnbf/ASBOAwards.png","width":598}])
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about District 196 Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting
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about Thomas Schmidt Selected to Lead Technology for District 196
![High school student in traditional Libyan attire hosts a culture night booth with a display board]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1779993576/district196org/mr9iyzf9bgytflolgbas/SESCultureNight.jpg","width":2200}])
Two District 196 schools hosted student-led Culture Nights. Families and neighbors enjoyed global foods, saw traditional clothing, and watched dances, showing how diversity brings communities together.