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Professional Learning Specialist DR. JULIE DR. JULIE < Back DR. JULIE MORRIS Professional Learning Specialist Dr. Julie Morris brings over 38 years of distinguished service in public education across Illinois, including 15 years as Superintendent of Harlem School District #122. She now serves as an Executive Coach and Professional Learning Specialist at West40 ISC #2 in the western suburbs of Chicago. A strategic, equity-centered leader, Dr. Morris is widely recognized for her expertise in systems design, instructional leadership, and adult learning, with a proven ability to translate vision into actionable, sustainable change. Her coaching approach emphasizes whole-child and equity-centered outcomes, helping leaders align strategic planning with student success while fostering inclusive stakeholder engagement and shared ownership among families, educators, and community partners. As a process-oriented thought partner, Dr. Morris empowers district and school leaders to build capacity, embed strategic long-range goals into daily practice, and move from big-picture vision to practical, measurable implementation—making her an invaluable partner for school systems pursuing meaningful, long-term improvement. jmorris@west40.org Previous Next

Delivery & Community Specialist < Back TYRONE SALLEY Delivery & Community Specialist tsally@west40.org Previous Next

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Senior Director of Student Programs < Back JOE GAGE Senior Director of Student Programs With 23 years in education, I have had the privilege of serving as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal in both traditional and alternative school settings. Now, as Senior Director of Student Programs at West40, my primary focus is to support and empower the incredible team members who lead the diverse programs within our Continuum of Student Services. I am deeply proud to be part of the West40 family and the mission we collectively share—to uplift students by providing the resources, opportunities, and encouragement they need to succeed. I firmly believe that every student success story is a team effort. I’m honored to be a part of that team and to play a role in making a positive impact on a student's life. Beyond my work, you’ll often find me cheering on my daughters from the stands, enjoying live music, playing billiards, or tackling DIY projects around the house. Whether at work or play, I believe in bringing passion, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor to everything I do. Main Office Previous Next

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Professional Learning Specialist TERRI TERRI < Back TERRI WILCOX Professional Learning Specialist Terri Wilcox, M.Ed ., PMP has been an educator for over 35 years working as a teacher, school administrator, district office administrator, then moving into coaching schools, districts and their communities of people to support school improvement. She spent 19 years in the Chicago Public Schools, and has coached districts and schools across the state of Illinois and across the country. This coaching work involves assessing needs based on data and creating a focused plan that is implemented and monitored across multiple aspects of school and district life. She enjoys helping schools reach their goals! She is also a Project Management Professional (PMP) and likes organization. twilcox@west40.org Previous Next

The purpose of the Family Engagement Network is to connect, share resources, learn from one another, bring families to our schools to engage them in their children's education, connect them with tangible resources, and assist the families to have better outcomes. The Family Engagement Network is for school-based parent or family liaisons or those who serve their schools and communities in a similar capacity. It is also for community partners serving the West Cook County Region. For more information please contact Maria-Elena Agrela, meagrela@west40.org < Back Family Engagement Network Facilitated By: Maria-Elena Agrela The purpose of the Family Engagement Network is to connect, share resources, learn from one another, bring families to our schools to engage them in their children's education, connect them with tangible resources, and assist the families to have better outcomes. The Family Engagement Network is for school-based parent or family liaisons or those who serve their schools and communities in a similar capacity. It is also for community partners serving the West Cook County Region. For more information please contact Maria-Elena Agrela, meagrela@west40.org Previous Next

Director of School Safety and Threat Assessment < Back WIL GAGE Director of School Safety and Threat Assessment wgage@west40.org Wil brings over 28 years of experience in law enforcement, safety, and security in the public and private sectors. As a police officer, Wil was a Medal of Merit recipient, earned the Firearms Proficiency Award, and held several specialty positions, including Field Training Officer (FTO) and Evidence Technician, and was involved in the department's Community Oriented Policing initiative. Wil has held several regional and international management-level positions in the private sector, handling safety, physical security, theft and fraud investigation, interview/interrogation, and corporate security. He also holds current certifications as a Specialist in School Security, Safety/Security Assessment, Crime Prevention, Community Policing, and Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). He is a current member of ATAP, the Associate of Threat Assessment Professionals. He is trained and well-versed in Behavioral and Digital Threat Assessment. Wil is part of the Illinois Terrorism Task Force/Prevention Committee and is an active member of several statewide and federal steering committees related to Threat Assessment, school safety, physical/building security, and Safe2Help Illinois. Previous Next

Senior Director of Executive Support < Back DR. MIKE POPP Senior Director of Executive Support Dr. Michael Popp currently serves as the Senior Director of Executive Support at West40. His focus areas include promoting the financial stability of the organization and of alternative education programs across the state, developing short and long term strategies focussed on organizational improvement across departments, assisting leaders in all aspects of their roles, and developing and effectuating a long-term strategic plan. During the past thirty-seven years, Dr. Popp has served as a teacher, dean of students, assistant & associate principal, high school principal, district-level administrator, district superintendent and Assistant Executive Director of West40. He was a founding administrator of Neuqua Valley High School in Naperville, Illinois, successfully opened and operated a freshman center and a center for high school seniors on a non-traditional schedule focused on the transition to post-secondary study. Dr. Popp has led equity efforts focused on bringing high quality educational experiences to all students and as an adjunct faculty member at Aurora University, he worked to build the capacity of aspiring leaders in the areas of education finance, curriculum development and law, promoting educational equity in each of these areas. At West40, Dr. Popp’s work with the Illinois legislature has benefited students across our region and across the state, bringing needed funds to better serve students in alternative education programs. Main Office Previous Next

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Senior Director of Student Programs < Back JOE GAGE Senior Director of Student Programs Previous Next