Philip SchwartzAcademic Dean and Fine and Performing Arts Instructor
Phil’s primary responsibilities include general oversight of the curriculum, academic advising, and scheduling functions, as well as tracking student academic programs and performance. Phil also provides expertise on learning styles and academic technology. Phil earned his BA at Elmhurst College, majoring in Geography and Environmental Management and History. His experience includes five years of teaching and coaching at Hill Middle School and Crone Middle School (both in Naperville IL). After receiving his MA in Technology and Curriculum Coordination from Benedictine University, Phil worked for Co-nect (Cambridge MA), a national organization that provides scholastic improvement services. Phil came to the Academy in the fall of 2000 as chair of the Academic Technology Department. In addition, Phil has worked in cooperation with the Information Services department to provide technology training sessions to faculty and staff, as well as assisting with the development and maintenance of the LFA web site.