Home > Resources > High Road School of Hoffman Estates Student Growth: Andrew Builds Skills

High Road School of Hoffman Estates Student Growth: Andrew Builds Skills

Andrew has made meaningful progress at High Road School of Hoffman Estates through stronger communication, increased participation, and important social milestones.
October 5, 2026
Andrew, a High Road School of Hoffman Estates student, smiles in the classroom during his student growth spotlight.
Want To Learn More?

Since joining High Road School of Hoffman Estates in 2023, Andrew has made meaningful progress across social, behavioral, and academic areas.

With support from therapeutic services, including Speech and Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, and Counseling, Andrew has continued building new skills. He has also become more comfortable participating in a wider range of activities throughout the school day.

Building Communication Skills

One important area of Andrew’s growth has been communication. He now uses his AAC device more effectively to express his wants and needs. Andrew also uses the device to participate in activities throughout the school day. This progress has helped him engage more actively with staff, classmates, and classroom routines.

Student Growth Through Academic and Physical Activities

Andrew’s dedication is also visible in his academic engagement. In physical education, he has shown increased tolerance when approaching activities he previously preferred to avoid.

His willingness to participate reflects continued growth in flexibility and resilience. These skills support his overall development both inside and outside the classroom.

Reaching New Social Milestones

Andrew has also made meaningful progress socially. He has moved beyond independent play and now engages in parallel play alongside his peers.

This milestone reflects continued High Road School of Hoffman Estates student growth and Andrew’s expanding comfort within the classroom community.

Congratulations, Andrew! Your peers and staff at High Road School of Hoffman Estates are proud of your progress and hard work.



Related Resources

  • Ally Kolek, program coordinator at High Road School of Hoffman Estates, in a professional headshot.

    Ally Kolek Completes Relay Teacher Credentialing Program

    High Road School of Hoffman Estates program coordinator Ally Kolek shares how the Relay Teacher Credentialing Program helped expand her skills, leadership and impact as an educator.
    September 28, 2026
  • High Road School of Hoffman Estates National Doodle Day

    National Doodle Day at High Road School of Hoffman Estates!

    At High Road School of Hoffman Estates, creativity took center stage as students from Kindergarten through Transition came together to…
    September 15, 2026
  • Student and staff member at a cotton candy CASE reward station

    CASE in Full Swing at High Road School of Hoffman Estates

    Students at High Road School of Hoffman Estates are putting CASE values into action while earning points, working toward personal goals, and enjoying creative schoolwide rewards.
    September 15, 2026