Ms. Martinez's 27 years of EC-12 instructional leadership experience provides a diverse background and commitment to positively impacting student learning outcomes in national and international leadership, private and public school administration, curriculum development, and professional learning in large, diverse, at-risk high-achieving schools. She served diverse learners in five states nationally and internationally as a collaborative and passionate visionary leader. Ms. Martinez believes that equity and excellence in instruction are balanced by a healthy identity, achieve personal and collective goals, and showing empathy for others. Believing passionately in the power of education to expand human potential, transform lives, and shape new visions for leading and learning. 

Ms. Chiganos joined the Proviso family in 2013, serving as department chair of English, Social Studies, and World Language at Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy. She then transitioned into a new role, Director of Innovation. She facilitated the inaugural opening of the new Math and Science Academy cohorts at Proviso East and Proviso West. She is excited to continue serving the Proviso community in her new role as Grade Level Principal. She looks forward to working with her building leadership team to ensure that teachers are supported, students are thriving in their academic and social-emotional growth, and families feel connected to the school. 

Mr. Walker is intrigued by the opportunity for collaboration and the development of continuous practices to support cultural diversity and equity. He believes that professional relationships as an administrator can establish partnerships with outside organizations to execute district-wide priorities. As a collaborative leader, he utilized a team approach to maximize team cohesiveness. For the past ten years, Mr. Walker has worked in various educational settings with varying socioeconomic backgrounds.