Glenn D. Lid
Chemistry-10-12 grades-Proviso East High School-Maywood, IL
Total years as a classroom teacher: 33
Education
Elmhurst College B.S. 1979
Concordia University M.A. 1985
Aurora University, University of Illinois at Chicago, Roosevelt Universitt, Illinois Wesleyan, Fermi Lab 1988-Present
Teaching Experience
1979-Present Proviso East High School, 10-12 grade, conceptual, honors, and AP Chemistry
9-12th grade, head of boys varsity basketball, assistant wrestling/golf coach
Special Recognition
2009 Presidential Award in Math and Science Runner-Up
2007 Illinois Chemical Education Foundation Davidson Award
2007 Illinois Golden Apple Teacher of Distinction
2005 Proviso East High School Male Teacher of the Year
2005 Elmhurst College Alumni Award
2004 Disney “All-American Teacher” Award
1993 Presidential Award in Math and Science Runner-Up
1990/1992 Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association’s Assistant Coach of the Year, Runner-Up
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Testimonials
“Mr. Lid continues to reinvent his teaching methodology and his attention to trending media and ever-growing imagination. However, his vision for every student that comes into his classroom. has remained constant: to be a thriving, successful individual that makes a global impact.”
Quinnton J. Harris, former student
“The energy and enthusiasm he displays for every challenge he undertakes is incredible. Whether it be teaching, coaching, volunteering, or working with students or staff, Glenn puts his heart and soul into everything he attempts.”
Therese McLaughlin, former Athletic Director