
World Language Mission:
We believe that the ability to communicate is at the heart of interaction. Language learning promotes understanding, tolerance, and respect for others. In an increasingly global and diverse society, knowing another language is essential and should be part of every person’s education. Learning a new language prepares students to be global citizens by developing an awareness and appreciation of other cultures and perspectives.
English Language Learners Mission:
The Bremen High School District English Language Learners program prides itself on the ability to communicate with students, parents, and district staff as a way to advocate and inform all stakeholders of our students’ progress. We believe in the importance of promoting and celebrating cultural and linguistic diversity as we embrace and welcome students into our program and support them as they integrate into their new community.
Instructional Mission:
The World Language Department strives to develop the skills of our students within the Three Modes of Communication (Interpretive, Interpersonal, and Presentational) while enriching their language experience in music, art, literature, and history.
Professional Mission:
As a member of professional learning communities, we are committed to continual professional development to improve our practice and meet the diverse needs of our language learners.
Department Supervisor:
Gabriel Medina, Ed.D.
Email Gabriel Medina
708.396.8120
Executive Assistant:
Lynn Majewski
Email Lynn Majewski
708.342.8361
Program Assistant:
Aaron Reyes
Email Aaron Reyes
708.396.8149




Bremen High School
708-371-3600
GINA ARGUELLES
Multilingual Learners Interventionist
CELESTE BARBAN
World Language - Spanish
CARRIE DIEDERICH
World Language - Spanish
IVETH FLORES RAMIREZ
English Lang Arts & Multilingual Learners
MAYRA MARTINEZ
World Language - Spanish
STEPHANIE PETERSON
World Language - French
Tinley Park High School
708-532-1900
SELIME BAFTIRI BALLAZHI
World Language - French
NICOLE DONOFRIO
World Language - Spanish
ALLISON JEBENS
World Language - Spanish
KATHY KING WATTERS
World Language - Spanish
Hillcrest High School
708-799-0402
MELISSA ADOLFS
World Language - American Sign Language
NICOLE DONOFRIO
World Language - Spanish
JOELLEN LEE
World Language - Spanish
Oak Forest High School
708-342-8308
MELISSA ADOLFS
World Language - American Sign Language
MARIA ARELLANO
World Language - Spanish
MICHAEL BLAKLEY
World Language - Spanish
DANICA MATHIS
World Language - Spanish
CAITLIN MCMAHON
English Lang Arts & Multilingual Learners
RUBA SHAIKH
Special Ed & Multilingual Learners
JOHN STEVENS
World Language - Spanish