Mike Probasco

Mike Probasco graduated from Carl Sandburg High School in 1983, and he was a fixture there long after. He devoted his time and talent to the Sandburg Athletic Boosters for many years, including serving as president from 2010-2020. Under his direction, the Boosters raised approximately $1.3 million for 31 different sports programs and awarded $250,000 in athletic scholarships. Mike’s philanthropy extends even further. He spent many years volunteering his skills on behalf of the District 230 Foundation as a board member; working with community partners and planning fundraisers. Prior to that, Mike was president of the Orland Youth Association’s High School Basketball League and manager of an elite travel baseball organization. Mike’s full time job is with Palos School District 118 and he has been there for 30 years. Mike's efforts are so extraordinary and so expansive, he has been recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education who provided him the Meritorious Service Award in the category of Community Volunteer. The Carl Sandburg Athletic Hall of Fame inducted Mike in 2021. Personally and professionally, Mike’s dedication benefits our community’s youth, their teachers and parents.