Dear Vikings,
We are thrilled to start the 2024-25 school year in just a couple of weeks. This summer, we have been working as a team to plan for the best year yet! Albright will continue our commitment to building a positive community for ALL students with our theme, “Albright Vikings Sail Together.” Our Vikings have made many academic gains over the past three years, and we plan to continue to strive forward. Albright is a special place because of our small and connected community. We are lucky to have you and your students as part of our Viking team and value open communication with our families.
I would like to take a minute to introduce you to some of our office team. My name is Dr. Gerrie Aulisa, and this is my sixth year as the principal of Albright. I was the principal at Salt Creek & Swartz previously, so it has been exciting to watch your children grow up and work with them again as middle schoolers. I started my career in District 48 as a teacher and then as an assistant principal at Albright. Prior to this, I taught at Addison Trail High School, which is also part of District 88, our feeder district. I have been very lucky to work with students of all ages in the same community, but for me, middle school is where it’s at!
Mrs. Heidi Hummel is Albright’s assistant principal, and this will be her third year with us. Mrs. Hummel started her career as a Spanish teacher before transitioning to science. She is passionate about working with middle school students and leads our committee work around behavior and community building.
Albright’s administrative assistant, Mrs. Kate Beckwith, is the friendly and familiar voice you will likely hear when you call us. She truly helps keep everything running and is always a phone call away if you need anything. Her children attend Albright and Willowbrook, and she went to both schools as well.
Mr. Benny is Albright’s Therapy Dog. He started working here two years ago, and the students love spending time with him. He greets them as they arrive at school and visits many locations throughout the day. If your child fears dogs, please let us know so we can accommodate them.
Go Vikings!
Gerrie Aulisa
gaulisa@saltcreek48.org
630-279-6160 EXT. 2004