Dr. Andalib Khelghati, Superintendent of SchoolsAs the superintendent of Oswego Community Unit School District 308, Dr. Khelghati hit the ground running. Within the first month, he had attended numerous meet-and-greet opportunities with parents, students, community leaders, staff members, and area citizens. In listening to the community, he brought forth six core values that describe the district now or are things the district strives to represent. Using the district’s mission, vision, and values, he has worked closely with the Board of Education and senior leadership to begin in-depth evaluations, feedback, and inquiry to understand the system today, locating opportunities for improvement, planning proactively for growth and greater student achievement, and positioning SD 308 as a trusted, sustainable and welcoming organization.
Financial wellness was a priority for the Board when Dr. Khelghati arrived. With leadership changes and a deep analysis of budgeting and spending, the district is not borrowing through Tax Anticipation Warrants this year for the first time in decades.
Deeply rooted in the pursuit of rightful presence, Dr. Khelghati has spearheaded policy and resource allocation to support equity work to provide all students the resources they need to be their best. Celebrating the diversity of so many cultures, backgrounds, and traditions is essential to Dr. Khelghati since it shines a light on the unique and beautiful story of SD 308. Students are always at the center of his work- ensuring their voices are heard.
Determined to make a difference in the lives of children, Dr. Khelghati recently accepted an invitation from Aurora Mayor Richard Irving to serve on the Education Commission. Alongside several academic partners from the area, the Commission works in joint policy development, strategy development, and innovative approaches to the area’s educational service delivery system.
Throughout his decades of educational experience, first as a teacher and then as a school and district administrator, Dr. Khelghati has demonstrated a commitment to creating equitable learning environments, enabling all children to excel and develop their full capacities.
Dr. Khelghati’s doctoral degree work from the University of Illinois at Chicago focused on understanding the transformative power of trust in instructional improvement.
As an African American who has lived in countries such as Togo, Israel, and Canada, Dr. Khelghati brings a unique local and global perspective to his work as an educator. He speaks three languages (English, French, Persian). This diverse cultural background allows him to connect with students, parents, and staff from different backgrounds, fostering unity and a sense of belonging within the educational institutions he leads.
Outside his work as an educational leader, Dr. Khelghati is also an artist and a painter. His paintings seek to express feelings of freedom, joy, and resolution, finding inspiration from nature, life, and history.
Dr. Khelghati is married and has two young sons, who remind him daily of the importance of providing exceptional educational opportunities for future generations. He is passionate and dedicated to fostering inclusivity, promoting social justice, and improving educational outcomes for all students.
Please email Dr. Khelghati with questions / concerns at superintendent@sd308.org
Welcome from Dr. Khelghati
Welcome from Dr. Khelghati![]()
Welcome from Dr. Khelghati
Welcome to Oswego Community Unit School District 308!
It is a privilege to serve as the superintendent of this school district. I’ll never forget the feelings I experienced when I began here in 2023; I was immediately impressed with and inspired by this growing community. Between the hometown pride shared by all in Oswego and the diversity represented in this area, I knew it was a special place.
Although we are fortunate to have so much excitement continually surrounding our schools, this time is especially exciting as we are currently writing the next chapter of Our Story in SD 308 through the development of our Strategic Plan. This plan takes a comprehensive approach to improving all aspects of our district, from curriculum to physical classroom spaces and beyond. This chapter of Our Story is one that we are actively writing together, striving to ensure everything we provide for our students, staff, families, and community members comes from our best efforts.
We have so much to celebrate thus far, yet I still know the best is yet to come!
To everyone in the SD 308 community, including our students, staff, families, alumni, and beyond, thank you for your support and collaboration. Together, we empower, support, and motivate all students to thrive along their unique educational journey!
Sincerely,
Dr. Andalib Khelghati, Superintendent of Schools
From The Desk of the Superintendent
From The Desk of the Superintendent![]()
From The Desk of the Superintendent
