District 88 presents during Village of Lombard Board of Trustees meeting to discuss partnerships, successes, areas of focus and future goals

On Sept. 15, District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente (pictured above) shared information about the district during a presentation at the Village of Lombard Board of Trustees meeting. To watch the presentation, click on the video above.

District 88 Board of Education President Donna Craft Cain, Vice President Dan Olson, Secretary Amy Finnegan and Member Diana Stout attended the meeting as well.

Dr. Barbanente discussed the following topics:

  • The partnership and collaborations between District 88 and the Village of Lombard

  • An overview of District 88’s student demographics

  • The future direction of District 88

  • Areas of focus for the 2022-23 school year

  • The district’s commitment to providing multiple and flexible pathways to make sure students are college and career ready

  • Opportunities for businesses to partner with District 88

  • Successes of District 88 and Willowbrook High School

  • Enrollment in Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level and dual-credit courses

  • Student involvement in extracurriculars (athletics, clubs and activities)

  • Mental health and social-emotional supports

  • Financial updates

  • Ways to stay connected with District 88