English Department

Department Head: Kathryn Wilson

Willowbrook English Department

Vision Statement:

The Warriors English Department includes passionate, professional, caring, and accomplished educators who understand and appreciate the power of literature, language, and learning as conveyors of knowledge, transformative experiences, and personal growth. We strive to help students grow as critical thinkers, effective communicators, and imaginative writers who gain a better understanding of the extent to which words and language empower individuals and entire communities. 

As knowledgeable and insightful educators, mentors, and advocates, WB English teachers provide opportunities and spaces to engage and participate  in meaningful conversations and collaborations across differences. In our curriculum, you will find various methods for exploring, understanding, problem solving, and actions that will speak to and address the needs of a diverse student body. You will also appreciate our efforts to expand the traditional literary canon with additional resources and experiences that celebrate different cultures, create spaces for students’ voices, and empower them to explore more fully a global community and discover how they can make a difference for themselves and those around them. 

Writing Center: The English Department offers writing support for Willowbrook students. Mrs. MaryKathryn Maranowicz works with students to help develop various writing skills. She is a licensed educator for over 24 years. All students are encouraged to utilize this important resource.

Summer Reading Information:

English 9 Honors summer letter

English 10 Honors summer letter

AP English Language and Composition summer letter

AP English Literature and Composition summer letter

Name Phone Schedule Contact
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Leslie Allenspach
Teacher
(630) 782-2839 View Leslie Allenspach schedule Contact Leslie Allenspach
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Ashley Anderson
Teacher
(630) 782-2844 View Ashley Anderson schedule Contact Ashley Anderson
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Daniel Bannon
Teacher
(630) 782-2825 View Daniel Bannon schedule Contact Daniel Bannon
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Brett Blair
Teacher
(630) 782-2838 View Brett Blair schedule Contact Brett Blair
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Christine Calandra
Teacher
(630) 530-3455 View Christine Calandra schedule Contact Christine Calandra
Judy Degnan
Administrative Assistant
(630) 530-6078 View Judy Degnan schedule Contact Judy Degnan
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Daniel Fliegel
Teacher
(630) 530-3964 View Daniel Fliegel schedule Contact Daniel Fliegel
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Scott Grobstein
Teacher
(630) 782-2852 View Scott Grobstein schedule Contact Scott Grobstein
Franchesca Holloway
Teacher
(630) 782-2836 View Franchesca Holloway schedule Contact Franchesca Holloway
Alexa Jurkus
Teacher
Contact Alexa Jurkus
Jillian Lipuma
Teacher
(630) 782-2843 View Jillian Lipuma schedule Contact Jillian Lipuma
MaryKathryn Maranowicz
Teacher Aide
(630) 782-2862 View MaryKathryn Maranowicz                     schedule Contact MaryKathryn Maranowicz
Rebecca Rogers
Teacher
Contact Rebecca Rogers
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Brian Shanahan
Teacher
(630) 782-2856 View Brian Shanahan schedule Contact Brian Shanahan
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Michael Sullivan
Teacher
(630) 782-2857 View Michael Sullivan schedule Contact Michael Sullivan
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Regina Wathier
Teacher
(630) 782-2860 View Regina Wathier schedule Contact Regina Wathier
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Andrew Wilhoit
Teacher
(630) 782-2864 View Andrew Wilhoit schedule Contact Andrew Wilhoit
Kathryn Wilson
Department Head
(630) 782-2838 View Kathryn Wilson schedule Contact Kathryn Wilson
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Terri Woebel
Teacher
(630) 782-2855 View Terri Woebel schedule Contact Terri Woebel