Willowbrook hosts Villa Park Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Luncheon to raise funds for students, share information for businesses to partner with the school

On March 12, Willowbrook hosted the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Luncheon (pictured above). That event raises funds to benefit high school seniors who live in Villa Park.

During the event, Willowbrook orchestra students provided music entertainment, pieces made by Willowbrook art students were displayed in an exhibit, and guests enjoyed a lunch that included items from Pinstripes and dessert made by The Brook Catering Co. (which is composed of Willowbrook culinary students).

Speakers were District 88 Board of Education President Donna Craft Cain, District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente, Willowbrook Principal Dr. Daniel Krause and Villa Park Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kyle Schnettler.

Attendees also heard a work-based learning presentation that highlighted the variety of options available for businesses to get involved and support students at Addison Trail and Willowbrook. District 88 Assistant Superintendent for College and Career Readiness Yvonne Tsagalis, District 88 Director of Student Career Development Iridia Nevarez and District 88 Director of Community Relations Dani Brink shared the following information:

• Benefits of partnering with District 88 to develop the future workforce
  
  
• Ways you can get involved and support District 88 students, while benefiting your company
  
  
• How District 88 is responding to workforce shifts to ensure students are college and career ready and prepared to accomplish their postsecondary goals
  
  
• The college and career pathways/programs offered at District 88, which connect students to hands-on, immersive experiences, as well as certifications and credentials

To view the presentation, go to www.dupage88.net/Work-BasedLearningPresentation2026.