2023-24 first-semester successes and highlights
Addison Trail academic successes
On Dec. 14, Addison Trail celebrated and recognized 51 students as December graduates for the 2023-24 school year.
Those students have met the requirements set by District 88 to earn a high school diploma. They have demonstrated the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful future and to be college and career ready.
To see a list of the 2023-24 Addison Trail December graduates, go to www.dupage88.net/ATDecemberGrads2023-24.
Addison Trail is extremely proud of these students’ achievements and looks forward to hearing about their future accomplishments.
Addison Trail academic successes
Addison Trail senior Alexander Addison (pictured at right) has been named as a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program, conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the U.S. are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 scorers of those who entered the 2024 competition by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®).
Addison Trail academic successes
On Nov. 30, Addison Trail hosted an event to recognize and honor 33 seniors who have been named as 2024-25 State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC).
According to the commission, the State Scholar Program recognizes students for their outstanding academic performance, and recipients receive a Certificate of Achievement. About the top 10 percent of graduates from approved high schools are announced as State Scholars each year. Standardized test scores and performance-based academic data reported by high schools are key factors in the formula used to determine eligibility for this recognition.
To see the list of Addison Trail students who have been designated as 2024-25 State Scholars, go to www.dupage88.net/ATStateScholars2024-25. For more information about the program, go to https://tinyurl.com/StateScholarsProgram.
Addison Trail extracurricular successes
Addison Trail senior Cailey Salerno was named 2nd Team All-State for Flag Football, and senior Mekalah Haywood was named 3rd Team All-State for Flag Football.
Addison Trail extracurricular successes
The Addison Trail Football Team secured a spot in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Playoffs for the first time since 2014.
Head Football Coach Chris Bazant (pictured) was recognized by the Bears, who named him as the “High School Coach of the Week” for week 8.
Willowbrook academic successes
On Dec. 13, Willowbrook celebrated and recognized the school’s December graduates for the 2023-24 school year.
Those students have met the requirements set by District 88 to earn a high school diploma. They have demonstrated the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful future and to be college and career ready.
To see a list of the 2023-24 Willowbrook December graduates, go to www.dupage88.net/WBDecemberGrads2023-24.
Willowbrook academic successes
Willowbrook senior Lillian Vish was named as a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program, conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the U.S. are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 scorers of those who entered the 2024 competition by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®).
Willowbrook academic successes
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) recently announced the 2024-25 State Scholars, and 43 Willowbrook seniors have earned that honor.
According to the commission, the State Scholar Program recognizes students for their outstanding academic performance, and recipients receive a Certificate of Achievement. About the top 10 percent of graduates from approved high schools are announced as State Scholars each year. Standardized test scores and performance-based academic data reported by high schools are key factors in the formula used to determine eligibility for this recognition.
To see the list of Willowbrook students who have been designated as 2024-25 State Scholars, go to www.dupage88.net/WBStateScholars2024-25. For more information about the program, go to https://tinyurl.com/StateScholarsProgram.
Willowbrook extracurricular successes
Willowbrook senior Raymond Gajardo was named as an All-State Musician by the Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA).
As an All-State Musician, he will perform during the Illinois Music Education Conference, which will take place from Jan. 24 to 27, 2024, in Peoria. Gajardo has been selected for the ILMEA All-State Chorus.
Gajardo was named as an All-District Musician earlier this school year and has now received state-level recognition. For more information about the conference, go to www.ilmea.org/imec.
Willowbrook extracurricular successes
The Willowbrook Flag Football Team competed in the Chicago Bears Girls Flag State Championship and finished in third place.
Sophomore Marli Smrz and senior Emma Anderlik were named 1st Team All-State, and freshman McKenzie Edison was named 2nd Team All-State.
Willowbrook extracurricular successes
The Willowbrook Football Team competed in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Playoffs.
Senior AJ Palicki was named 1st Team All-State for Class 7A Football by the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association (IHSFCA).
Willowbrook extracurricular successes
The Willowbrook Girls Volleyball Team made school history by qualifying to compete in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State Finals for the first time, where they finished in third place.
Senior Calli Kenny was named to the Michio Chicago VBA IL Pre Volleyball 1st Team All-State, junior Hannah Kenny was named to the 2nd Team All-State, and senior Elle Bruschuk was named Special Mention All-State.
Head Coach Irene Mason was selected as a 2023 Girls High School Region Coach of the Year by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA).
Willowbrook extracurricular successes
Willowbrook junior Amelie Ojeda competed in the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 3A Girls Cross-Country State Meet. She competed in the 3-mile run.
Giving back is a cornerstone of District 88 pride
As we head into the holiday season with Winter Break, we also would like to highlight how our students and staff demonstrate giving back is a cornerstone of District 88 pride. It’s our goal to provide a comprehensive educational experience for students, with a focus on the “whole child.” We strive to develop within students an understanding of the importance of accepting and helping others, and we volunteer, host and participate in events such as:�
Thank you!
We truly appreciate your continued support, and we look forward to more successes to come during second semester of the 2023-24 school year!