With a string of holiday lights as a necklace, Maureen Schlak of Lombard was in a festive mood as she worked recently as a student assistant on the north campus of Lyons Township High School District 204.
Q: How long have you been a student assistant?
A: Four years
Q: What does a student assistant do?
A: We monitor the hallways and work the front desk. We’re here for the safety of the building.
Q: What do you enjoy about your work?
A: I love the students. It keeps you young to be around young people.
Q: Are you married?
A: Yes. My husband’s name is Steven. We have two grown children and three grandchildren. I should say three, adorable grandchildren.
Q: What’s your favorite movie?
A: I have two favorites. It’s a split between “Gone with the Wind” and “Steel Magnolias.”
Q: What’s your favorite food?
A: I love barbecue ribs and corn on the cob.
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Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
A: I’d love to be able to fly because then I could be anywhere I wanted quicker.
Q: What’s your favorite color?
A: Red
Q: What’s your favorite holiday?
A: Christmas
Q: Where are you going on your next vacation?
A: I’m going to my nephew’s wedding in Big Bear in California.
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