South High School Names Esposito New Social Studies Department Chair

has announced that Dr. Christopher Esposito will serve as the new social studies department chair beginning this fall.

The Board of Education approved his appointment at its regular business meeting on June 20.

The school's former department chair, John Bruesch, is leaving to become assistant principal at Hinsdale Central High School.

Esposito has been working as a teacher at South High School since 2003. He has a B.A. in History from the University of Illinois, an M.S. degree in Educational Administration at Northern Illinois University and Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

According to a District 99 press release, "He is well known for his skills as a reflective, student-centered teacher and has experience teaching all levels of instruction, from at-risk courses to honors and advanced curriculum. Esposito was named 'Golden Apple Teacher of Distinction' in 2010."

“I look forward to leading the social studies department at South High and this wonderful group of teachers,” said Esposito in the release. “We have a highly collaborative team that works well together and is focused on impacting student achievement in a positive way.” 

“Chris has a strong teaching philosophy and practice that contribute not only to his classroom success, but also to the vision of the future in education,” said South High School Principal Steve Bild in the release.

“His ability to listen and build strong relationships with other professionals will also serve him well in his work as a department chair.”