About Our School
Indian Trail Elementary School
2075 Saint Johns Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
Phone: 224-765-3500
Report an Absence: 224-765-3505
School Hours: 8:40 a.m. to 3:17 p.m.
Principal: Tony Candela, acandela@nssd112.org
Associate Principal: Syndee McDermott, smcdermott@nssd112.org
Enrollment: 462 students
Mascot: Tigers
North Shore School District 112 Mission
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
Indian Trail School Vision Statement
Our vision is to empower students to become life-long learners, critical thinkers, and problem solvers in a safe and nurturing environment. We will be recognized as an exemplary school in which students and staff emphasize learning, collaboration, and results while embracing diversity and fostering respect.
Indian Trail School Beliefs
- All individuals have inherent value. Hard work, self-confidence and determination increase the probability of achieving full potential.
- Individuals are responsible for their own decisions and actions. Any community benefits when people willingly contribute to the well-being of others. Everyone can be a successful learner.
- Effective education enhances the quality of life. Understanding diversity is essential for people to thrive in an interdependent world. Honesty and integrity build trusting relationships.
- Effective education is a partnership among school, family and the broader community. Change involves risk and is necessary for continuous improvement in a dynamic world.