The Maine Township High School District 207 Board of Education honored three students in the area of extracurricular activities naming them “207’s Best” at a recent meeting. David Rozenbergas from Maine East was honored for his versatility, resilience and leadership.
The following information was written about David Rozenbergas as part of the nomination by Maine East principal Dr. Melissa A. Pikul.
DAVID ROZENBERGAS, MAINE EAST
It is an honor to recognize Maine East High School senior David Rozenbergas as this month’s recipient of the 207’s Best Award, in recognition of his extraordinary accomplishments in extracurricular activities. David earned unparalleled success in athletics as the most accomplished swimmer in school history.
Over the course of his four-year career, David has distinguished himself as a truly exceptional athlete. He is a four-time Central Suburban League All-Conference selection and a four-time IHSA State qualifier, consistently performing at the highest levels of competition. His recent achievements include top finishes at conference, sectional, and state competitions in multiple events, demonstrating both his versatility and elite competitive ability.
David’s impact on the Maine East swimming program is historic. He has broken an extraordinary total of 19 school records across nearly every major event, beginning in his freshman year and continuing throughout his career. As noted by our Athletic Director, he now holds or has contributed to virtually every significant program record. This accomplishment firmly establishes him as the most decorated swimmer in Maine East history.
Beyond the numbers, David’s coaches speak to his rare talent and character. Head Coach Brian Esposito described coaching David as both “a blessing and an honor,” comparing him to a “Ferrari in the stable” sharing that his role was to just keep David healthy and allow his talent to do the work. “He is a once-in-a-generation athlete whose presence elevated the entire program.”
Equally impressive is David’s commitment, discipline, and balance. He has dedicated years to both high school and club swimming, often training multiple hours daily while maintaining a strong academic record, including a weighted GPA above 4.2. His passion for engineering and hands-on learning further reflects his intellectual curiosity and drive for excellence.
Perhaps most importantly, David exemplifies the values we hope to instill in all Maine East students. He speaks thoughtfully about perseverance, maintaining balance between academics and athletics, and finding joy in the process. His leadership, humility, and dedication have left a lasting impact on his teammates, coaches, and the broader school community.
Mr. Wil Greenwald, Robotics teacher, shared that “David is one of the most enjoyable students to engage with that I have ever had in all of my classes. He is incredibly inquisitive and loves to learn.”
Ms. Angie Edsey, David’s counselor, shared that he is “Respectful, diligent, composed, creative and has excellent problem solving skills. He is a natural leader that values and encourages others’ perspectives. David has also volunteered at the local public library and has tutored elementary school students through our gifted Lyceum program.”
Mr. Ken Adkins, Autos teacher, shared “ I have David in Auto Service first thing in the morning on even days and he always arrives early and tired but with a positive attitude. His swim schedule takes an incredible amount of energy yet he doesn’t use that as an excuse to sacrifice elsewhere. This year, I purchased welding equipment that is very sophisticated and gives students the opportunity to perform very challenging and intricate welds on a variety of metals. David was one of a handful of students that accepted my challenge to come in after school to learn how to use it and assist me in developing a curriculum and project to use next year with my Auto Service class. The learning curve was very challenging, yet David would come right after school during office hours to practice for 25 minutes before literally running off to swim practice. He is now helping his group use these advanced welding techniques to build detailed parts for the High Mileage Vehicle (go kart)…His dedication, attention to detail and competitive nature are infectious and challenge me to find ways to improve as a teacher.”
Next year, David hopes to continue both his academic and athletic journey in college where he intends to study mechanical engineering. We are confident he will continue to excel and represent Maine East with pride.
For his historic athletic achievements, unwavering dedication, and outstanding character, it is with great pride that we honor David Rozenbergas as Maine East’s 207’s Best Award recipient.