Danielle Hilmes

This ESSER III Plan for Breese Elementary School District #12 details the allocation of federal funds to ensure academic success through in-person learning. Key focus areas include academic supports such as additional teachers, summer programs, and curriculum updates; social-emotional supports through counseling services; technology upgrades for staff and students; social distancing and ventilation improvements; and classroom size reduction through facilities additions. The plan aims to maintain and enhance educational quality and student well-being.

The board reviewed several operational and personnel items, including reports from the administration and support departments. Key actions included the approval of the tentative amended budget for FY 2026, the scheduling of a budget amendment hearing, and the approval of an amended school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year. The board also moved to adopt updated sections of press policy 121, finalized the technology policy agreement, and established the salary schedule for the upcoming school year. Personnel actions included the acceptance of several retirement letters, the appointment of volunteer coaches, and approval of a sick leave request.

The board approved the student handbook for the 2026-2027 school year and the food service bid for the same period. Additionally, they authorized a master agreement for architectural services regarding the district's classroom addition project, pending final negotiations. Personnel actions included the approval of a non-certified staff resignation and a sick leave request.

The board discussed and approved the 2026-2027 school calendar and the 2026 lawn care contract with Linton Lawn Care. Additionally, the board approved the employment of a 7/8 Science teacher at Breese Elementary School and an assistant principal for the district.

The meeting commenced with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and approval of the Regular Board Agenda for the date of the meeting. The consent agenda items approved included the minutes, bills, and the Treasurer's Report. Routine agenda items covering visitor participation, and reports from the Superintendent/Transportation, Principal, Facilities, Athletic Director, and Technology Director were presented for information only. New business involved approving the 8th Grade Graduation Date for the Class of 2026, approving the Final Reading and Adoption of Updates from Press Policy 120, approving the Letting of Bids for HVAC Upgrades at Breese Elementary, and approving a Resolution for the issue of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2026. Personnel actions included the approval of resignations for several non-certified staff members, the employment of a Part-Time Custodian, and the transfer of positions for certified staff members.