09/22/2026
💜 Oak Park Schools Mourns the Passing of Beloved Math Teacher Dwayne Harvey 💜
Oak Park Schools is deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Dwayne Harvey, a beloved educator and valued member of the Oak Park Schools community, who passed away last week following a car accident.
Mr. Harvey was so much more than an uber driver. He was an educator, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, colleague, mentor, and friend. At Oak Park High School, he was known for his warm smile, positive spirit, and genuine connection with students. He encouraged others, showed up for his students and colleagues, and brought a special energy to our school community each day.
Mr. Harvey also served as the senior class sponsor for the Oak Park High School Class of 2026, dedicating countless hours to making their final year at Oak Park High School memorable.
Those who knew Mr. Harvey knew of his love for Prince and his favorite color, purple. This Friday, Oak Park High School students and staff will wear purple and play his favorite music to honor and celebrate the joy, kindness, and positive spirit he shared with our school community.
We know that grief affects everyone differently. Oak Park Schools is providing additional support for students and employees throughout the week, including access to counselors with assistance from Oakland Schools.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Mr. Harvey’s family, friends, students, colleagues, and all those who knew and loved him. We respectfully ask that his family’s privacy be honored during this difficult time.
💜 Mr. Harvey will be remembered for his kindness, his dedication to students, and the positive presence he brought to Oak Park High School each day. He will always be a part of the Oak Park Schools family and will be deeply missed.
