Principal
Cynthia Lorek Principal PAEC Therapeutic Day High School #803
Ms. Lorek earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Elmhurst College and joined the PAEC Team in 2003. She began her career at PAEC, teaching in a self-contained Transitional Skills Training Class, where she dedicated nearly two decades to supporting students with significant academic challenges. Her passion has always been to prepare students for success both in high school and beyond.
Throughout her career, Ms. Lorek has contributed to nearly every program at PAEC, demonstrating her commitment to the growth and success of all students. While teaching, she pursued her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Concordia University. After 19 years in the classroom, she transitioned into administration in the 2021–2022 school year, embracing the opportunity to make a broader impact across the Therapeutic Day Program.
As principal, Ms. Lorek remains deeply committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where every student can reach their full potential.
The PAEC Therapeutic Day High School Program is designed to meet the individual needs outlined in each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). We provide a structured environment that mirrors a traditional high school experience while offering individualized schedules, supported transitions, and social skills development. Staff consistently model, demonstrate, and reinforce strategies to help students build meaningful interpersonal and life skills.
PAEC High School
Contact Info:
Principal: Cynthia Lorek clorek@paec803.org
Secretary: Andrea Mcphee Brown amcpheebrown@paec803.org
1636 S. 10th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Door 3A
