Community High School District 117 is accepting resumes to fill the vacancy resulting from the resignation of Dr. Bart Winkler. Dr. Winkler announced his resignation during the regular Board of Education meeting on August 17, 2023 as a result of his acceptance of a new job that will require him to reside outside of the district. Dr. Winkler had served on the Board since 2013, providing invaluable service to the students of ACHS and LCHS and the broader community. The Board appreciates his commitment to our students over the past decade and will thank him publicly for his service at the September 21, 2023 regular Board of Education Meeting.
The individual selected to fill the vacancy will serve on the School Board from the date of appointment (anticipated to be September 21, 2023) through April of 2025.
Applicants for the Board vacancy must meet the qualifications for elected Board members listed in 105 ILCS 5/10-3 and 5/10-10 as follows:
At a minimum, a candidate must meet the following qualifications:
Be a United States citizen
Be at least 18 years of age
Be a resident of Illinois and the District for at least one year immediately preceding the appointment
Be a registered voter
Not be a child sex offender
Not hold another incompatible public office
Not have a prohibited interest in any contract with the District
Not be a school trustee
Not hold certain types of prohibited State or federal employment
Applicants should show familiarity with the Board’s policies regarding general duties and responsibilities of a Board and a Board member, including fiduciary responsibilities, conflict of interest, ethics and gift ban.
Individuals interested in applying should send a resume to Stephanie Savell at stephanie.savell@chsd117.org on or before September 1, 2023. After the Board reviews the resumes received, they will invite candidates to complete an application and interview process.
The Board anticipates selecting a candidate for appointment in time for their appointment at the September 21 regular Board of Education meeting.