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Delta Academy Welcomes Local Business Leader for Hispanic Heritage Month

We sincerely thank Jose Villarruel for spending time with our students.

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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Delta Academy at South Suburban College welcomed Jose Villarruel, president of JV Design and Manufacturing, a Hispanic-owned elevator company serving the Midwest.

Born in Mexico, Villarruel shared his inspiring journey with students, including how he overcame challenges and worked tirelessly to build a successful career despite many challenges he had to overcome in his youth. His story encouraged students to remain determined, work hard and continue pursuing their goals.

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We sincerely thank Villarruel for spending time with our students, answering their questions and sharing the experiences that shaped his path to success.

About Bremen High School District 228

Bremen High School District 228 is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and serves the communities of Midlothian, Posen, Tinley Park, Markham, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills and Oak Forest. District 228 serves over 5,000 students and employs 800 full and part-time staff members. Bremen High School, in Midlothian, opened its doors to students in September of 1953. Since then, District 228 opened three additional schools. Tinley Park High School opened in 1961; Hillcrest High School, in Country Club Hills, opened in 1967; and Oak Forest High School opened in 1970. For more information, please visit bhsd228.com/

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