DeKalb School District #428 is a public school district serving the city of DeKalb, Illinois, and portions of surrounding communities. The district operates multiple elementary schools, middle schools, and DeKalb High School, providing education to students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Located approximately 65 miles west of Chicago, the district serves a diverse student population in DeKalb County. The district works in close partnership with Northern Illinois University, which is also located in DeKalb, creating opportunities for student teaching programs and educational research initiatives. DeKalb School District #428 implements various academic programs, including special education services, gifted programs, and English language learner support to meet the needs of its student body. The district is governed by a seven-member Board of Education, which works alongside the superintendent to establish policies and oversee the district’s operations. DeKalb School District #428 maintains accreditation through the Illinois State Board of Education and follows the Illinois Learning Standards in its curriculum development. The district emphasizes technology integration in education and maintains modern facilities to support student learning. It employs hundreds of teachers, administrators, and support staff to serve its student population of several thousand students across all grade levels.