‘His work with all of our students makes the entire Forrestville Valley family proud’

FORRESTON — On Wednesday, Feb. 15, Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 and the Northwest Division of the Illinois Principals Association announced the winner of the Assistant Principal of the Year. This year’s winner was Mr. Kyle Zick, the assistant principal/activities director, as well as assistant coach for Forreston High School’s football team.

During his tenure, Mr. Zick has developed positive relationships with all of the staff, students and community members of Forrestville Valley, while holding his students and himself to the highest expectations. He has demonstrated a tremendous ability to make connections with students from all areas, making sure to provide multiple opportunities for students to get involved in extracurricular activities. His experience and leadership has helped Forreston High School continue to be a leader in the region for academic and extracurricular achievement. Through his leadership, Mr. Zick continues to push FJSHS students to pursue their dreams and goals no matter what the obstacles and has been a great role model on how to continue to strive for success.

Forreston Junior/Senior High School Principal Travis Heinz said, “We are fortunate to have Mr. Zick, who truly does care for the success of all of his students and athletes. He continues to play an instrumental role in the success of our extracurriculars and academic achievement at FHS while providing our students with multiple opportunities to demonstrate excellence in the classroom and on the court/field. Kyle’s many years of leadership experience has allowed us to continue to push forward and strive for excellence in all areas.”

Superintendent Sheri Smith commented, “Mr. Zick is a great leader and role model for all of our students in Forrestville Valley. His work with all of our students makes the entire Forrestville Valley Family proud.”

Kyle will now represent the Northwest Division of IPA and move forward against the assistant principal winners from the other divisions. The state winners will be announced at the Illinois Principals Association’s annual Leadership Conference in October.

Zick resides in Byron, with his wife Brittni and children, Anna and Griffin.