John Powers Center

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John Powers Center John Powers Center is a public school for students in the Special Education District of Lake County.

The John Powers Center provides instructional and integrated services for students in two specialized SEDOL programs. Students in the Deaf or Hard of Hearing Program rely on sign language as their main mode of communication or use it to supplement their auditory and oral communication skills. Staff members in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program are proficient in sign language and classes are taught using Conceptually Accurate Signed English and American Sign Language. In addition, many deaf and hard of hearing students require sign language interpreters to understand the spoken word in academic and social situations. The Language and Social Skills Opportunities (LASSO 1) Program provides services for students from kindergarten through eighth grades. The program provides a highly structured learning environment to meet individual needs in the areas of comprehension, pragmatics, social skills and sensory input. Students generally referred for this program require a small, structured academic setting with opportunities for supported integration into regular education classes. Instruction within the program focuses on a systematic approach to social skills instruction, social communication skills, organizational skills, self-regulation, understanding social behaviors, and academics. Social skills instruction is based primarily on Michelle Winner’s Social Thinking Curriculum. Instruction in these areas is integrated throughout the school day. Students in both programs are integrated into nearby Hawthorn District 73 schools. Students are placed at the John Powers Center by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Team. If you are interested in a potential placement at the John Powers Center, please contact your resident school district's special services director.

The JPC is celebrating our Principal, Amy Timonen, on her birthday today! 🎉🎈The staff decided the best way to celebrate ...
09/23/2026

The JPC is celebrating our Principal, Amy Timonen, on her birthday today! 🎉🎈

The staff decided the best way to celebrate was with a helium balloon… but apparently, it just couldn’t say “Happy Birthday!” 🤣😂

Happy Birthday, Amy!

Save the new date, October 4th!
09/18/2026

Save the new date, October 4th!

Due to inclement weather tomorrow, September 19, we have made the difficult decision to postpone our Making Strides 5K Run/Walk. The race will take place Sunday, October 4 at Independence Grove Forest Preserve, and registration will remain open through October 2.

The safety and well-being of our families, participants, volunteers, and supporters is always our top priority. While we are disappointed that we won’t be together tomorrow, we are excited to have another opportunity to come together and support SEDOL’s students and families!❤️🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Our high school DHH program is enjoying the Homecoming Assembly at Grayslake North today! 🎉💛 🏈Go Knights!
09/18/2026

Our high school DHH program is enjoying the Homecoming Assembly at Grayslake North today! 🎉💛 🏈Go Knights!

Our transition students have been working hard this school year—building skills in the kitchen, out in the community, an...
09/17/2026

Our transition students have been working hard this school year—building skills in the kitchen, out in the community, and on the job!

The JPC celebrated Deaf Awareness Month by attending the annual Deaf Inclusive Night at Wrigley Field! We were thrilled ...
09/15/2026

The JPC celebrated Deaf Awareness Month by attending the annual Deaf Inclusive Night at Wrigley Field! We were thrilled to have more than 70 staff members, students, and families join in on the fun! A special thank-you to one of our JPC parents for organizing this wonderful event for our JPC family! 💙

We’re looking forward to seeing all of our DHH and Transition families this Thursday from 6–7 PM! We can’t wait to conne...
09/08/2026

We’re looking forward to seeing all of our DHH and Transition families this Thursday from 6–7 PM! We can’t wait to connect with everyone and look forward to a great evening together! 💛

The JPC is so excited to have our students back in the building! Our hallways are already so lively with our DHH and tra...
08/25/2026

The JPC is so excited to have our students back in the building! Our hallways are already so lively with our DHH and transition students filling the halls—it’s great to have everyone back! 💙

John Powers Center is gearing up for Respect Week!
02/28/2022

John Powers Center is gearing up for Respect Week!

Winter Parent University sessions announced with excellent opportunities for parents and guardians!
02/04/2021

Winter Parent University sessions announced with excellent opportunities for parents and guardians!

Parent University Please join us for one or more of the following sessions which are designed to assist parents in becoming more familiar...

Address

201 W. Hawthorn Parkw
Vernon Hills, IL
60061

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+18479867000

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