Apply to be on inaugural Dist. 73 Education Foundation board

Hawthorn School District 73 is starting an Education Foundation to raise private sector funds to support the goals of its strategic plan. Currently, the district is looking for inaugural board members to kick off 2017.

The minimum time commitment for a board member includes three annual meetings, which will take place once per trimester at the district office, 841 West End Court, Vernon Hills. The foundation's success in building and maintaining community support is expected to come from board members that are able to make significant contributions of time and resources, have the determination to complete projects in a timely way with little oversight, and, most importantly, have a passion for excellence in education.

Reflecting the communitywide benefit of a well-functioning school system, the board is expected to consist of individuals with varied backgrounds and include parents, teachers, other licensed professionals, and representatives of local businesses. Everyone willing to put in the work is welcome. Given the nature of the district's events and projects, the district especially encourages individuals with specific experience in project management, public and media relations, fundraising, web design, and/or event planning to apply.

Members receive no compensation for serving on the foundation's board. Board members do get opportunities to work closely with Hawthorn's community and help determine which projects, grants, and initiatives should receive Foundation sponsorship. One of the goals of the Foundation will be to help create nongovernmental financial support for the district to foster sustained academic excellence.

To begin the nomination process, email a bio with a completed board member application to Jill Martin at martinj@hawthorn73.org. Obtain an application at www.hawthorn73.org. Martin can also be reached at (847) 990-4800. Once the information has been submitted an interview will be arranged.