"The State of District 88" video segments 2018-19

District 88 partners with Addison Community Television (ACTV) to film “The State of District 88.” The show takes place several times throughout the school year and highlights student successes, as well as important information about the district.

The show also can be viewed on local cable channels. See details below.

We are excited about this opportunity to share with you the great accomplishments of your hometown high schools. To view the video segments, click on the links below.

Oct. 9, 2018

  • Interview highlighting the successes of Willowbrook seniors Victoria Palma and Maxwell Polanek.
  • Interview highlighting the successes of Addison Trail seniors Gianna Caruso and Nicholas Nasti.
  • Highlights of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and how District 88’s vision, goals and framework align with the ESSA.

Feb. 13, 2019

  • Interview highlighting three upcoming events in which the District 88 Foundation will host or participate to raise funds to benefit our students. The foundation will host a basketball tournament on March 2; a fundraiser on March 10 at Drury Lane that includes a performance of “Mamma Mia!,” dinner and an auction; and a Blackhawks Experience Package on April 1. To see all the details, go to https://www.dupage88.net/site/page/9727.
  • Interview with Addison Police Department Director of Police Bill Hayden and Villa Park Police Department Chief of Police Mike Lay to discuss school safety/security initiatives and programs District 88 has implemented and how the district is always evaluating best practices for the safety and well-being of students, staff and community members.

May 29, 2019

  • Interview highlighting the academic successes of Willowbrook alumnus Jackson Hathaway (class of 2019).
  • Interview highlighting the performing arts successes of Addison Trail alumnus Connor White (class of 2019).