The Consolidated High School District 230 Board of Education appointed Orland Park resident Chris Kasmer to serve out a vacant term of office until April 2025. 

Kasmer serves as president of Carpenters Local 1027 and is in his 14th year as a trustee to the Chicago Transit Authority’s Retiree Health Care Trust. He is an active volunteer in District 230’s feeder school system, having served three years as the president and five years as the treasurer of District 135’s Parents for Education. 

“My experience leading different boards has afforded me opportunities to build consensus in a group which is critical to a well-functioning board,” Kasmer said. “I just want District 230 to be able to provide the best educational opportunities to our students and families and allow them to flourish in whatever way suits them.”

“The Board of Education is thrilled to welcome Mr. Kasmer to our team. His collaborative spirit and valuable experience will greatly benefit D230 students and families. We are fortunate to have him on the Board,” said Board of Education President Dr. Lynn Zeder.

“Having an active student in the district will help the board understand how well the schools are communicating and serving students from the perspective of families,” Kasmer added. “I think that high school is a critical time for students not just to learn the curriculum but also to learn skill acquisition. I can also empathize with anyone on a non-traditional educational arc, as I entered the trades before attending college.”

Kasmer completed a four-year Department of Labor accredited apprenticeship through the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from DePaul University and a professional accreditation as a Certified Employee Benefit Specialist from the Wharton School and the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Specialists. He also works part-time as a facilitator/instructor at the United Brotherhood of Carpenters International Training Center.