Interim principal named for Blackhawk Academy in West Aurora School District

David Aguilar, who most recently served as the district’s multilingual learners curriculum coordinator for sixth through 12th grades, will assume his new duties as interim principal for the 2024-25 school year at the academy.

“This non-traditional learning environment is dedicated to supporting students who benefit from a more personalized approach to their academic, social-emotional and behavioral development, ensuring they have the best opportunity to succeed,” district officials said in a press release about the appointment.

Prior to his time as curriculum coordinator, Aguilar served as dean of students at West Aurora High School. Aguilar previously served in a similar capacity as dean of freshman students at Larkin High School in Elgin.

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