A familiar face will step in as interim principal at Washington School during the 2024-25 school year.

As out-going Principal Stephanie Drake transitions to an administrative role in District 75, Dr. Gabrielle Devlin, will step away from her position as Teaching and Learning Director to lead Washington School.

“Dr. Devlin’s leadership experience, passion for education, and familiarity with our community make her exceptionally prepared to step into this interim position,” said Kevin Myers, Superintendent for Districts 75 and 120.

District 75’s dedication to providing an exceptional learning environment for our students will not change. In fact, with three years experience on the District’s Teaching and Learning team, Devlin is well-prepared to make sure that new math initiatives at Washington are successful.

“I can’t wait to work with the youngest learners,” Devlin said.

Devlin, who also speaks Spanish, has worked at District 75 for three years. Besides her professional experience, she has an extensive educational background. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, a Master of Arts in Linguistics from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Northeastern Illinois University and a Doctorate in Education, Diversity and Equity from the University of Illinois.