District 88 remembers Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton, invites stakeholders to share messages of sympathy

Pictured is District 88 Board of Education President Donna Craft Cain.

Please see the message below from District 88 Board of Education President Donna Craft Cain.

Dr. Scott Helton

It is with great sadness I share the news that District 88 Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton passed away on Dec. 10. Scott suffered a stroke in late October and was being treated at a rehabilitation facility.

Scott had more than 33 years of experience in education and served in a variety of capacities, including as Principal of Addison Trail for 11 years and as Superintendent of District 88 since 2012. He was incredibly engrained in the District 88 community and helped build positive futures for countless students through his contributions to public education and coaching football, wrestling and track.

At this time, we ask that you please keep Scott’s family – including his three sons, Scott Jr., Joe and Tommy – in your thoughts and prayers. The family members are incredibly grateful for everyone’s kind words and support, and although they appreciate the thought of phone communication, attempts to visit and flower deliveries, this time is very overwhelming. Those who would like to send the family messages of sympathy and condolences are invited to do so at www.dupage88.net/MessagesforHelton.

Scott had a personal connection with many of our students, staff and community members, and this loss is extremely difficult. If you need support services, please reach out and contact our schools at 630-628-3300 (Addison Trail) or 630-530-3400 (Willowbrook).

I’ve personally known Scott since I joined the District 88 Board of Education in 2004, and his passion and dedication were second to none. He was a tremendous leader, who always put the needs of students first. He was laser focused on making sure we connected with and cared for each and every pupil, and he was relentless in his pursuit of accomplishing our mission to work for the continuous improvement of student achievement. Scott will be greatly missed, and his impact on our schools and community and the legacy he has left behind will last for years to come.

CLICK HERE TO READ A DAILY HERALD ARTICLE REMEMBERING DR. SCOTT HELTON