Akin Community Consolidated School District 91

The board convened for a meeting that included a closed session to discuss collective bargaining, personnel evaluations, employment, and student disciplinary matters. During the public session, the board processed personnel actions for the upcoming school year, specifically approving the rehiring of a bookkeeper, a secretary, a cook, and two paraprofessionals. Additionally, the board formally accepted a staff member's letter of resignation.

The board meeting focused on several key items including the approval of a bid from Miller Construction for bathroom renovations and the hiring of an assistant track coach. The superintendent provided a report covering the selection of an auditor for the upcoming school year, a review of IAR scores, and planning for summer projects, specifically classroom ceiling tile replacements and office bathroom renovations.

The board convened for a closed session to discuss matters related to collective bargaining, personnel evaluation and dismissal, and student disciplinary actions. In new business, the board approved the second reading of various district policies, including those regarding school district governance, board-superintendent relationships, board policy development, chain of command, payment procedures, procurement card usage, pandemic preparedness, student rights, and extracurricular activities. The meeting concluded after hearing the superintendent's report and other board items.

The board meeting included an introduction of the Resource Officer and an update on the building process for new classrooms, specifically covering water, sewer, and electrical components. The board entered a closed session to discuss collective bargaining, personnel matters, and student disciplinary actions. Additionally, the board approved the tentative tax levy and scheduled the corresponding Truth and Taxation hearing. The Superintendent/Principal provided reports regarding school events, including an upcoming Thanksgiving feast and Christmas programs.

The meeting included the hiring of a head track coach and an assistant track coach for the 2025-2026 school year. The board accepted a bid from Evrard Construction for a new addition and conducted a first reading of various board policies concerning school governance, fiscal management, facility operations, staff employment, and student welfare. Additionally, the board held a discussion regarding the planning for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.