Heather Y. Anichini

Educator, mom, principal champion. Learning and leading with a focus on people and change. Tweets my own.

[Heather Y. Anichini @MsAnichini]

📸 Two pictures tell the story. First: my kid's first day of kindergarten, my sister and dad were there. I had to work. Second: my three kids at the nature center, where quality care gave them — and us — a lifeline during those intense early years.

[Heather Y. Anichini @MsAnichini]

Yesterday at the #StartEarlyLuncheon, Dr. Diana Rauner passed the baton to Celena Sarillo. The program was grounded in facts, centered on families, and full of hope. Here's what stayed with me. 🧵

[Heather Y. Anichini @MsAnichini]

Diana built a lasting legacy. Now Celena steps in with momentum, urgency, and unmistakable purpose. I left grateful, and ready for the work ahead. #EarlyChildhood #EarlyLearning #Chicago

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Chronic absenteeism was cut nearly in half – from 38% to 21.8% – in just two years at Jordan Elementary.

Since joining Jordan Elementary in July 2023, Principal Chris Graves has built a framework rooted in actionable attendance data – mobilizing parents and staff around students

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Each week, we lift up a Malott leader who is making a meaningful difference for students.

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Charnette House, principal at Higgins Community Academy and a member of our 2025-26 Malott Educator Fellowship cohort.

@ChiPubSchool

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Show some love for assistant principals! 🎉

Assistant Principal Appreciation Week is the time to thank our APs for all the work they do to help our students and leaders succeed.

Nominate an incredible AP today so The Fund can highlight their contributions! #APWeek

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

It’s Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🎉

All week long, we’re highlighting incredible assistant principals who are making a difference in their schools and communities.

Know an outstanding AP? Nominate them, and we may feature them next. #APWeek

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Assistant principals play a vital role in shaping school culture.

At Willa Cather Elementary, AP Dominique Hamilton highlights how intentional efforts help foster belonging for students.

This #APWeek, we’re celebrating the leaders who help bring school vision to life!

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Let's finish Assistant Principal Appreciation Week strong! 🎉

Thank you to all of our APs who invest deeply in our students and staff! Though this marks the end of AP Week, let’s show our appreciation year-round! #APWeek
@ChiPubSchools

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Last week, we closed out #APWeek with assistant principals from across Chicago — making space to unwind, build community, and recognize the impact you have every day on students, staff, and school communities.

Thank you for all that you do!

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Each week, we lift up a Malott leader who is making a meaningful difference for students.

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Maria Gamboa, principal at Multicultural Arts High School and a member of our 2025–26 Malott Educator Fellowship cohort.

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Help us close out Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🎉

All week long, we have highlighted assistant principals who are making tremendous contributions.

Though this marks the end of AP Week, let’s remember to show our appreciation year-round! #APWeek
@ChiPubSchools

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Still thinking about the energy in the room as we came together to celebrate assistant principals during hashtag#APWeek.

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

It was especially meaningful to see district leadership join us in recognizing their impact – a reminder that work doesn’t go unnoticed.

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Each week, we lift up a Malott Educator Fellow who is making a meaningful difference for students.

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Principal Alesia Franklin-Allen, principal at Leland Elementary School and a member of our 2025–26 Malott Educator Fellowship cohort.

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Assistant Principal Appreciation Week Continues! 🎉

The Fund is highlighting exceptional APs who work tirelessly to support their schools and communities!

Nominate an incredible AP so that we can feature their hard work next. #APWeek
@ChiPubSchools

[The Chicago Public Education Fund @TheFundChicago]

Assistant Principal Appreciation Week Continues! 🎉

The Fund is highlighting exceptional APs who work tirelessly to support their schools and communities!

Nominate an incredible AP so that we can feature their hard work next. #APWeek
@ChiPubSchools

[Principal Quality @CpsLeaders]

#APWeek #TheBestLeadWithCPS