Mission & Vision
Mission
Des Plaines Valley Region (DVR) is committed to shaping the future by fostering innovative partnerships between education, business, and community. Through a dynamic consortium of school districts, we empower career and technical education students with the skills and opportunities needed to excel in their careers. Together, we create pathways for lifelong success by aligning education with industry demands, ensuring students are prepared to thrive in an ever-evolving workforce.
Vision
The Des Plaines Valley Region (DVR) envisions a future where students acquire the skills and knowledge to succeed in high-demand, high-wage careers. Through the strategic use of Career & Technical Education Improvement and Perkins Federal grant funds, DVR fosters rigorous academic and career programs, supports professional development for educators, and builds strong partnerships with industry. All initiatives adhere to the highest standards of transparency and accountability, ensuring that every resource is maximized to prepare students for success in the evolving workforce.
Core Values
Des Plaines Valley Region requires directors, officers, and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in conducting their duties and responsibilities related to DVR. We stress the importance of honesty, integrity, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, ensuring that all sub-recipients of grant funds follow and act in good faith. It is the policy of DVR that all grant funds must be used in accordance with published grant requirements, Illinois Accounting standards, and Illinois Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA). Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) Requirements for Equipment & Real Property Management Real Property – State and Local Governments Part 80.Any suspected violation regarding the use of grand funds should be reported per DVR Whistleblower Policy, reinforcing our commitment to transparency and accountability.
DVR’s Fraud Alert Hotline is 708-799-4448.
| Dr. Michael Kuhn DVR Director director@dvr-efe.org (708) 779-4448 |
Mary Kaye Ulczak DVR Assistant dvr.assistant@dvr-efe.org (708) 779-4786 |
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