Dear Bloomingdale Public Schools Families,

It’s hard to believe that a full year has already passed since I had the privilege of returning “home” to Bloomingdale as superintendent. This past year has been both rewarding and productive, and I continue to be inspired by the commitment of our students, staff, families, and community members who make Bloomingdale such a special place to live and learn.

For those who may not know me, I previously served as the Middle and High School Principal here in Bloomingdale for 12 years before spending five years as a superintendent in a neighboring district. Returning to lead Bloomingdale Public Schools has truly been a homecoming. My wife, Lori, and I have been married for over 30 years and are blessed with four grown children—Maria (and her husband, Marcus), Dominick, Anthony, and Michael—and a wonderful granddaughter, Adalyn, who brings joy and laughter to our lives.

Over the past year, our district has made meaningful progress in several areas tied directly to our Strategic Plan. We’ve strengthened communication across the district, launched new family engagement tools, and renewed our district brand with a clear message: Own Your Future. We’ve also expanded academic supports through tutoring, new math and reading resources, and enhanced English Learner programming—all aimed at ensuring every student has the tools and encouragement to succeed.

This year, our focus continues to build on that foundation. We’re:

Improving communication systems to make district information easier to access and understand.
Investing in staff recruitment and retention to ensure our schools attract and keep great educators.
Elevating student voice and engagement through the launch of the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Team.
Monitoring our strategic goals more intentionally, with regular updates to the Board and community on our progress.

Through these efforts, we’re not just maintaining momentum—we’re moving Bloomingdale Public Schools forward with purpose and unity. Our mission remains clear: to cultivate a community of lifelong learners, grounded in the values of excellence, relationships, safety, growth, and respect.

I’m deeply grateful for the continued trust and partnership of our families, staff, and community members. Together, we are shaping a bright future for our students and our district.

Thank you for your ongoing support and for believing in Bloomingdale Public Schools.

Rick Reo, Superintendent