District 88 earns two state-level INSPRA Distinguished Service Awards

On May 21, District 88 was honored with two Distinguished Service Awards from the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA). That statewide program recognizes public education advocates for their support of local schools and districts.

1. The late District 88 Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton, who passed away on Dec. 10, 2020, was honored in memoriam with an Award of Merit in the Administrator category. Dr. Helton 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 ingrained 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. To read the nomination that was submitted, go to https://www.dupage88.net/site/public/files/?item=5819.
   
   To view events in honor of Dr. Helton, go to www.dupage88.net/ScottHelton. This link includes a virtual memorial, a virtual funeral, a candlelight vigil, concerts and a scholarship fund in Dr. Helton’s name.
   
   
   
   
2. The Community Food Distribution Program received an Award of Merit in the Team category. Through that program, District 88 partnered with Addison School District 4, School District 45, Salt Creek School District 48, Arbor Management, Chartwells and Cottage Hill Operating Company to offer free meals at various locations in Addison and Villa Park for all residents up to the age of 18. As a result of staff members, administrators and community members stepping up to prepare and distribute the food items, 385,952 meals were provided. To read the nomination that was submitted, go to https://www.dupage88.net/site/public/files/?item=5818.