District 88 recognizes community leaders, first responders during inaugural Crosstown Showdown
On April 16, District 88 hosted its inaugural Crosstown Showdown between the Addison Trail Blazers and the Willowbrook Warriors, which featured the girls and boys track & field teams from both schools.
During the competition, the district introduced local community leaders, service group members and first responders to the crowd, to recognize and thank them for their support of the schools and for continuing to make a positive difference in the community.
Attending the game were:
District 88 Board of Education Vice President Dan Olson
District 88 Board of Education Member Chris Poirier
District 88 Board of Education Member Jean Taylor
District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente
Addison Trail Principal Jack Andrews
Willowbrook Principal Dr. Daniel Krause
Addison Police Department Deputy Chief Chris Weinbrenner
Addison Police Department Deputy Chief Jose Gonzalez
Addison Police Department Commander Omar Brucal
Villa Park Chamber of Commerce Vice President and Kiwanis Club of Villa Park Secretary Rae Rupp Srch
Willowbrook physical education teacher and Girls Track & Field Head Coach Clyde Ware (who was recognized and thanked for his service with the United States Armed Forces)
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