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Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education, Orland School District 135 Regular Meeting
The Board of Education held a regular meeting covering several topics including a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, which was subsequently adopted. Key agenda items included staff recognitions, a review of school events across the district, construction progress reports, and a presentation on junior high scheduling and registration processes. The Board approved several intergovernmental agreements, authorized fund transfers for capital projects, and conducted a second reading and adoption of various district policies. Executive session discussions focused on individual student matters and personnel issues.
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Board of Education, Orland School District 135 Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered a wide range of administrative and operational topics. Key discussions included student and staff recognitions, a report on upcoming school events such as the first day of school and open houses, and a superintendent's report covering FOIA requests. The finance committee presented on summer construction projects and the current bond schedule. The teaching, learning, and technology committee provided updates on special education programming, including the new Specialized Academic Instruction & Learning (SAIL) program, the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan, and district enrollment. Several board policies were presented for first reading, including discussions on public participation, religious holiday celebrations, and board records maintenance. The board also approved the personnel report, a cyber insurance renewal for the 2026-27 fiscal year, and bank account signer authorizations. Additionally, the board discussed updates to the Board Member Handbook and the use of artificial intelligence tools in schools.
Mar 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board Of Education Orland School District 135 Board Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed the results of the FY25 financial audits, which demonstrated no deficiencies. Discussions included the review of transportation services bids, with a recommendation for a five-year contract, and the impact of the 2025 levy adjustment on district revenue. Building and grounds updates included a review of bid results for summer renovation and improvement projects at several district facilities. Additionally, the committee discussed the successful implementation of an autonomous floor scrubber.
Mar 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Orland School District 135 Board Of Education Board Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The School Community and Policy Board Advisory Committee discussed proposed policy amendments covering topics such as equal employment opportunity, workplace harassment, instructional materials, bullying prevention, teen dating violence, and suicide awareness. The committee recommended maintaining the current policy language as proposed through the Illinois Association of School Boards' PRESS. Additionally, the committee reviewed the content and revision process for the Student and Parent Handbook. Other discussions included enrollment projections related to local housing development and current kindergarten registration numbers.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
