The Lyons Township High School District 204 Board of Education on Monday approved a Willow Springs resident as a new board member.
Paula Struwing was appointed to the board of education, effective May 6, according to a news release. Struwing fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Dawn Aubert and will serve until the successor is elected and seated following the April 2025 consolidated election.
Struwing currently works in education as a health and driver education teacher, and holds a bachelor’s degree in community health education, and a master’s degree in School Health Education and Educational Leadership, the release said. Struwing has extensive experience in school volunteer service as a board member at St. Cletus Parish in La Grange, as well as community volunteer service through her work with the LaGrange Pet Parade, Lyons Township Hockey Club, LT Freshman Football, and LT Boys Volleyball programs.
During the application process, Struwing said, “I am deeply committed to providing high-quality public education for both present and future students within District 204. My goal is to actively contribute to and enhance what we offer our students by representing my community with dedication; including the underserved and under-represented LT community. I aim to ensure that every voice is heard and every member has a place in making educational decisions.”
President Jill Grech added, “We are grateful to have had so many qualified individuals who responded with a willingness to serve, and we are excited to welcome Paula Struwing to the District 204 Board of Education. Paula’s background in education and her strong commitment and passion for our students, community, and public education is clearly evident, and we look forward to the experiences, talents, and perspectives she will bring to the Board table.”
According to the release, Struwing’s selection completed a process that began on April 2, including 11 residents submitting applications for the position. Interviews were completed on April 24 and the Board selected Struwing during the appointment process.
