The Waukegan Community Unit School District #60 Board of Education has appointed Waukegan High School students Franki Jacobo and Trajhor Allen to serve as Student Board Members for the 2025–2026 school year.

As part of an ongoing effort to ensure representation from both Waukegan High School campuses, one student was selected from each site. Franki, an incoming sophomore at the Brookside Campus, and Trajhor, an incoming senior at the Washington Campus, will serve as liaisons between the student body and the Board of Education.

Frank is involved in a variety of activities at WHS, including JROTC, orchestra, the chess team, and SkillsUSA. Outside of school, Franki participates in a religious education program, where he volunteers in charitable efforts such as packing food for children in need.

Franki said he is excited about the opportunity to represent his peers and contribute to decisions affecting District 60, as well as helping classmates better understand important work being done to improve schools.

Trajhor is involved in several activities at WHS, including the National Honor Society, Future Healthcare Club, dance, and VOICE of Tomorrow. Outside of school, she volunteers with the Waukegan Park District, works at a local movie theater, and helps seniors with technology challenges.

Trajhor said she is excited to serve as a voice for students at the Washington Campus and engage with both students and school board members. She hopes to reassure students that their voices matter and encourage them to achieve their goals and succeed.

As Student Board Members, Franki and Trajhor will have the opportunity to address the Board during public meetings, share student perspectives on curriculum, culture, and activities, and help communicate Board initiatives to their peers. They will also work to gather student input through various engagement efforts across both campuses.