Ellen Etter

The actions taken during the meeting included several personnel approvals: the approval of High School Assistant Softball Coach Brandon Williams and Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach Hayden Lansaw for the 2025-2026 school year, and the approval of Temporary Medical Leave for PeeWee Boys Assistant Basketball Coach Kyle Cox, as well as the approval of PeeWee Boys Co-Assistant Basketball Coach Scottie Plogger. Additionally, the Board approved the Spring Overnight Baseball Trip and the Northwestern Class of 2026 Overnight Senior Trip as presented.

The board meeting included the approval of the consent agenda with additional bills. A key action item was the approval to Authorize the 2026 School Maintenance Grant Application as presented. The board also addressed the review of Closed Session Minutes and the disposal of any records older than 18 months.

The proceedings included a Tax Levy Hearing which adjourned shortly after commencing. The subsequent Regular Monthly Board Meeting addressed the approval of the consent agenda, including additional bills. A motion was carried to approve the Tax Levy, inclusive of cash reserve balances as presented. Furthermore, the Board accepted a Paternity Leave Request from Mr. Jacob Bollman and approved Volunteer Boys Pee Wee Basketball Coach Scottie Plogger.

The key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the consent agenda with additional bills. The board entered into executive session regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees and district safety procedures, returning to open session afterward. Approvals were granted for several coaching positions for the 2025-2026 School Year, including the Interim High School Boys Head Basketball Coach, Assistant Coach, Volunteer High School Boys Basketball Assistant Coach, and Volunteer Junior High School Boys Basketball Assistant Coach. The board approved a Maternity Leave Request and an Employee Expense Form. Furthermore, the Estimated Aggregate Tax Levy Figures were approved, and a Levy Hearing was set for December 17. Finally, the board approved updated Board PRESS Policies and the 2025-2026 Updated ISBE Model Bullying Policy.

Key actions taken during the meeting included the authorization to proceed with the 2026 School Maintenance Grant Application as presented. Additionally, the Board reviewed Closed Session Minutes and addressed the disposal of any records exceeding 18 months in age.