Dr. Robert Nolting

Superintendent

Dr. Robert J. Nolting was named Superintendent for the 2021-22 school year. Prior to joining the District office, he was Principal of Andrew High School, a position he has held since 2009. He served as Associate Principal for Instruction at both Sandburg and Andrew High Schools between 2004 and 2009. Prior to joining District 230 in 2004, Dr. Nolting was a social studies teacher and coach at St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy, and Athletic and Activities Director at Franklin High School in Wisconsin.

Dr. Nolting earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater, a Masters of Science degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and a Doctorate degree and Superintendent’s Endorsement from the University of St. Francis.

John Connolly

Chief Technology Officer

John Connolly serves as Chief Technology & Operations Officer for Consolidated High School District 230. He works with a team of experts to provide the best technology solutions for D230 staff, students, parents, and the community. Prior to joining D230, Connolly was the Educational Technology Director for Chicago Public Schools. He has 21 years of experience with enterprise wide technology solutions and educational technology programs. He did his undergraduate work at the University of Iowa and his graduate work at DePaul University. He was honored as the IL Educator of the Year in 2020 and was identified as one of NSBA’s 20 to Watch Ed Tech Leaders for 2014. John is a Board member for the Illinois Educational Technology Leaders (IETL) Organization.

Dr. Kim Dryier

Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

Dr. Kim Dryier joined the District 230 administration in 2011. She has dedicated her career to serving the needs of students with an emphasis on the need for rigorous academics for all students. Before joining District 230, she was Director of Special Education for Community High School District 99 in Downers Grove and Indian Springs School District 109, and served as coordinator of diagnostic services, placement coordinator and school psychologist with the Lincoln Way Area Special Education Cooperative. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from St. Joseph’s College, an M.A. in Psychology with a school psychology concentration from Governor’s State University, an M.S. in Educational Administration from Northern Illinois University and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Loyola University.