Clay Smith

The Board held a public hearing regarding an interfund transfer from the Tort Immunity Fund to the Operations and Maintenance Fund, followed by a regular meeting. Key discussion topics included student recognitions, a presentation on student involvement in club activities, a technology report covering AI committee progress and infrastructure needs, and a financial review. The Board approved the sale of real property, new student clubs, camera upgrades, a stadium scoreboard replacement, Chromebook lease agreements, energy supplier renewals, and an intergovernmental agreement regarding a TIF project. Furthermore, the Board addressed student expulsions, personnel resignations and employment, and reviewed upcoming policy updates and summer program staffing.

The Board discussed and took action on several items, including entering a closed session regarding personnel, collective bargaining, student discipline, and litigation. Following the closed session, the Board approved the resignations of various non-certified and certified employees. Additionally, the Board authorized the employment of new staff members, including a student services secretary, an elementary special education teacher, and a health care attendant for the summer school program. Finally, the Board approved the two-year expulsion of two students due to egregious misconduct.

The board discussed reports on the progress of the CAVC expansion project, upcoming district training exercises, spring activities, and a financial summary through February 2026. Facility updates included water filtration upgrades and maintenance, building painting projects, and safety enhancements. Additionally, the board approved several items, including construction bids for exterior door replacement, E-Rate networking upgrades, and audio-visual system improvements. They also approved the high school summer school program, IHSA membership, policy updates, a joint agreement resolution for CAVC, and a resolution regarding tax appeal proceedings. The meeting concluded with the approval of various staff resignations, appointments, and coaching assignments.

The board conducted the election of officers, resulting in the appointment of a President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Following a closed session to discuss personnel matters, the board approved the employment of a new Principal for Caseyville Elementary School.

The Board approved a resolution to submit a tax rate increase proposition for transportation purposes to voters at the upcoming general election. They also approved an agreement for consulting services regarding a superintendent search. The meeting included the acceptance of multiple resignations and the approval of various appointments, including non-certified and certified personnel, volunteer coaches, and activity sponsors. A closed session was held to discuss personnel matters, collective bargaining, and student discipline, followed by a report on these discussions.