Emily Daddow

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. The Superintendent provided updates on the successful Winter Program, smooth winter break operations, strong student attendance (P1 at 96%), the distribution of Inter-District Reviews resulting in 20 students on probation, and upcoming new enrollments. Public comments included information regarding upcoming Parents' Club events, such as Family Paint night and a joint Beans and Bingo fundraiser. The Consent Agenda, which included the approval of monthly warrants and an enrollment report showing 193 elementary students and 14 preschool students, was approved. Information items covered the Form 700 requirements and the South Sutter Charter School Annual Audit. Under Action Items, the Board approved the 2024-2025 School Accountability Report Card (SARC). Following Closed Session discussions concerning labor negotiation strategy, interdistrict students, district programs, and personnel matters, the Board directed the Superintendent to present an updated salary schedule offer to the Marcum-Illinois Teacher Association, retroactive to January 2026.

The agenda for the meeting included standard items such as the Pledge of Allegiance and Roll Call, followed by the approval of the agenda itself. Key discussion items involved an update on the South Sutter Charter School, the Superintendent's Report, and public comments governed by time restrictions. The consent agenda covered the approval of monthly warrants and the Quarterly Williams Act Report, along with presenting the TK through Eighth Grade enrollment figures, which totaled 193 students for Marcum-Illinois Elementary School, and 14 full-time students for the Preschool. Information items included the requirement for elected officials to submit Form 700 statements and a presentation on the South Sutter Charter School's Annual Audit for 2024-2025. The main action item was the required submission and posting of the 2024-2025 School Accountability Report Card (SARC) by February 1st. The meeting concluded with a scheduled Closed Session to discuss labor negotiations, interdistrict students, district programs, and public employee discipline, followed by reporting out from the closed session.

The meeting included an update from the South Sutter Charter School regarding enrollment growth, a clean audit from the previous year, and positive updates on student assessments, arts projects, and CTE courses. The Superintendent reported high participation rates for Parent Teacher Conferences, student academic achievements celebrated with field trips, and planning for upcoming Winter Programs and Winter Break. Personnel updates noted the hiring for aide positions and the ongoing search for a bus driver. Action items focused on the Annual Board Reorganization, where officers for 2026 were elected, and the scheduling of 2026 Regular Board Meetings. The Board also authorized specific individuals as signers for warrant orders and approved the First Interim Financial Report for 2025-2026, which maintained a Positive Certification. A closed session addressed labor negotiations and student/personnel matters, leading to an approved increase in the Classified Salary Schedule to comply with minimum wage requirements.

The board covered updates from South Sutter Charter School, including enrollment reports and key activities. The Superintendent's report included information on trimester progress, parent-teacher conferences, preschool progress reports, the annual ELOP showcase, middle school sports, dyslexia screening, Red Ribbon Week, and upcoming events like Saturday School and holiday programs. The board also discussed the Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy, School Parent Student Compact, Schoolwide Title I Plan, and a Title I Schoolwide Title I Plan Waiver. The board also discussed District covered bus driver training and employee bonuses.

This document outlines the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary School District, detailing its strategy for utilizing state funds to enhance student services. The plan focuses on two main goals: providing a high-quality instructional program to ensure college and career readiness for all students, with an emphasis on addressing the needs of unduplicated student groups; and fostering a safe, engaging, and inclusive school environment that promotes academic excellence and active family involvement. Key areas of focus include improving academic achievement, reducing achievement gaps, enhancing professional development, strengthening parent engagement and communication, and addressing student behavior and attendance rates.