Central A & M Community Unit School District 21

The board conducted a Truth-in-Taxation hearing concerning the FY 2025 tax levy. The Business Manager provided a presentation explaining the tax levy, the Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) trends, and clarified the relationship between the EAV and the tax rate, noting that the district is requesting only the amount to which it is entitled.

The board meeting included reports from district administrators on school activities, academic performance, and upcoming events. Key actions included the approval of track and field coaches, stipend roles for the 26/27 school year, and the adoption of the district school calendar for the 26/27 and 27/28 school years. The board also authorized the development of a tentative FY27 budget, approved an overnight trip for FCCLA, and ratified changes to the School Resource Officer cost-sharing agreement. Additionally, the board discussed potential sports cooperative agreements with another district and maintenance needs for school facilities, while noting a board member's upcoming resignation due to relocation.

The Board of Education meeting included reports from building principals regarding enrollment, student achievements, and activities. The Board discussed potential athletic co-op agreements with other districts, reviewed transportation challenges related to driver shortages, and received an update on potential facility use requests. Action was taken to approve employment recommendations for several staff positions for the upcoming school year, approve a food service contract extension, and authorize various facility usage requests.

The board meeting featured student and teacher presentations regarding special education programs and a proposal for a new sidewalk. Administrators provided updates on activities at Bond Elementary, the middle school, the high school, and Kemmerer Village School. Financial matters included a report on SRO billing and the approval of a $91,572 purchase for a new activity bus. The board acted on several personnel items, including retirements, resignations, and the hiring of coaches and custodial staff. Additionally, members discussed potential sports co-ops, updates on buildings and grounds projects such as door repairs and playground accessibility, and addressed recent FOIA requests.

The board discussed administrator and financial reports, as well as an executive session. Action items included the approval of a resolution regarding estimated tax levy amounts for the upcoming year. Personnel matters addressed included various coaching resignations and approvals, as well as paternity and maternity leave requests for staff members. Additionally, the board considered an overnight trip for the high school Scholastic Bowl team, a contract with Cartwheel, and updates to district policies.