District 88 Chief Financial Officer receives 2021 Illinois ASBO Monarch Award

District 88 is proud to announce Chief Financial Officer Ed Hoster (pictured above) has been named as a 2021 recipient of the Illinois Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) Monarch Award.

The Monarch Award is one of the highest honors the Illinois ASBO bestows upon its members. The award is not just a measure of extraordinary deeds or a lengthy career – it is a recognition of those school business officials who, throughout their career and lifetime, have demonstrated excellence in service to their school district, communities and profession. This award is a celebration of the best school business management has to offer. As an honoree, $1,000 will be presented in Hoster’s name, to encourage and support community service work by students in District 88. To watch a video about Hoster’s award, click on the video above.

Hoster joined the District 88 family in 2013 with a wealth of experience as Business Manager at Argo Community High School District 217, Assistant Superintendent for Business/Treasurer at Hinsdale Township High School District 86 and Coordinator of Business Services at Glenbard Township High School District 87. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in finance from Illinois State University and his master’s degree in school business management from Northern Illinois University.

Hoster’s passion for public education and his dedication to being fair and responsible to taxpayers – as well as to the district’s students, staff and families – is always apparent. He is laser focused on ensuring all decisions made are student-centered and in the best interest of the pupils. Hoster’s commitment to District 88’s mission to work for the continuous improvement of student achievement is reflected in his daily work, and he exhibits these exemplary qualities in all aspects of his life – from his actions, to his beliefs, to his strong work ethic.

When District 88 had to close its schools this past March and transition to Remote Learning because of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, Hoster immediately got to work and was instrumental in implementing a community program that distributed 385,952 free meals to residents up to the age of 18 from March 17 to Aug. 18. That program was a partnership between District 88, Addison School District 4, School District 45, Salt Creek School District 48, Arbor Management, Chartwells and Cottage Hill Operating Company.

Hoster leads with a calm demeanor and values the efforts and input of each employee. His welcoming nature and people-centered personality have gained him the respect and trust of his colleagues, his staff and the Board of Education – not only within District 88, but throughout the school business management profession as well. District 88 is incredibly grateful to have Hoster as part of the team and is thankful for his tremendous contributions. The district is proud Hoster has received the 2021 Illinois ASBO Monarch Award, as he is truly deserving of this recognition.

For more information about the Illinois ASBO Monarch Award, go to https://www.iasbo.org/iasbo/about/foundation/awards/monarch.