Addison Trail first day of school 2025-26

Welcome back, Addison Trail Blazers!

Aug. 14 was the first day of the 2025-26 school year – and we couldn’t be more excited to have our students back in the building. Check out video clips and photos from the first day of school above and below! 

We began the morning with the class of 2029 participating in an assembly, a presentation, tours of the school and more. Staff members lined the halls to greet freshmen as they entered the building for the first time as Blazers and wished them well as they began their high school journey. Students also were welcomed by District 88 Superintendent Dr. Jean Barbanente and Addison Trail Principal Jack Andrews. 

The classes of 2026, 2027 and 2028 then joined the freshmen for an abbreviated schedule of their courses. Students had the opportunity to attend an athletics/clubs/activities fair as well, to learn about the various extracurricular offerings at the school.

Dr. Barbanente also welcomed students to the District 88 Transition Program, which helps individuals ages 18 to 21 who have a variety of abilities learn life skills, obtain job training in a community setting and transition to life after District 88. To view a video clip and photos from the Transition Program's first day of school, click on the video below.

We can’t wait to see the tremendous successes our students will accomplish this year!