Edward J. Tobin School Home

Principal's Message

Mark Antkiewicz

Principal

This year we welcome back Mr. Antkiewicz to District 111 as Principal of Tobin School. His experience includes 12 years as Principal at the elementary and junior high level as well as four years as Assistant Principal/Dean and 8 years as a Physical Education Teacher. Although, the majority of his professional career has been in District 111, Mr. Antkiewicz has been a Principal in Lyons School District 103 for the past five years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from University of Illinois at Chicago and a Master of Arts in General Administration from Chicago State University. Additionally, Mr. Antkiewicz is fluent in Polish. Mr. Antkiewicz is eager to lead the team at Tobin School and foster positive connections with the staff, students, and families.

Edward J. Tobin School

8501 S. Narragansett, Burbank, IL 60459

Phone: (708) 599-6655

Recent News

School Board Election Update

Dear Burbank SD 111 Families & Staff:

We are pleased to announce the winners of the April 1, 2025 school board election. Congratulations to Gregory Komperda, Agnieszka Dabrowski, John Schuetz, and Jeniz Greene who have been elected to serve a four-year term. The board members elect will take the oath of office and the board will reorganize during the regular board of education meeting on Wednesday, April 23.

Preschool Screening

District 111 provides development screenings for children ages 3 and 4 living within the boundaries of Burbank, Illinois. Developmental screenings typically assess a child's skill in areas such as language, motor development, self-help and emotional development. If a child is identified as a risk, further evaluation and support may be recommended. The next preschool screening will be held at McCord Early Learning Center on May 21, 2025.

Liberty Student Competes at ISC Scripps Regional Spelling Bee Championship

In December, students in grades 3-8 in West, North, and South Cook County schools participate in Spelling Bee competitions. Approximately 100,000 spellers compete to become the school, district, and regional champion! Our Liberty Junior High student, Kirsten, has achieved the regional title for two consecutive years!

Gallery 111

Photos of student artwork submitted for the 2025 Art Exhibition is now on digital display on the district website. Thank you to all our talented artists that participated! Click here to visit Gallery 111.

2025-2026 PASS Registration

Registration for returning PASS families will open online - end of May. Registration for new PASS families will open online - end of July.

Tobi PFC Paint Nite

April 9th from 5-6:30pm. The flyer is attached. Please RSVP by March 14th.

Tobin PFC Bingo Night- March 19th, 5-6:30pm

Flyer attached

Tobin Playground Design Day (Tuesday, March 18th.)

The flyer and permission slips are attached.
Students- 2:45-3:45 and parents from 4:00pm-5:30pm

District Art Fair Criteria

Illinois 5Essentials Survey

Parents & Guardians, please take the Illinois 5Essentials Survey to help us generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child's school. This survey will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of our schools' effectiveness. The deadline is Friday, March 28.

Show All News