A Little About Me

I was raised by my mother who struggled staying off public assistance while I was growing up and always stressed the importance of education.  I put myself through college and upon graduating I returned to the Chicago area.  After meeting my wife and expecting our first child we looked for a place to call home with wonderful neighbors, schools and special needs programs (knowing we would have a child that required special needs). 

I am your neighbor, your friend, a concerned citizen.  Like many of you, I am a parent who cares about the education of their children.  My desire to be an informed parent has grown into a passion to serve my community, the parents and the children of District 204.

Three plus years ago I started attending school board meetings to learn more about IPSD 204.  In that time I have dedicated those years to learning IPSD's finances, operations, school governance and current issues.  I feel I can have a positive impact as a school board member and on our childrens' future.

I hope to earn your vote on April 7th.

Mark Rising