Grady Niles

This document outlines the O'Fallon District 90 Board Goals for 2025-2026, aiming to build strong schools through clear goals, thoughtful investment, and strategic staffing. The strategic priorities include Facilities & Capacity, Leadership & Succession, Staffing & Retention, Safety & Access, Class Size Reduction, Financial Stewardship, and Student Achievement. The plan emphasizes aligning spaces, ensuring leadership continuity, recruiting and retaining staff, maintaining safe and inclusive learning environments, balancing enrollment, practicing fiscal responsibility, and improving student growth in ELA and Math.

The meeting commenced with an executive session, followed by the regular open session. Key discussion points included recognition for staff nominations under the "Those Who Excel" program, specifically congratulating Mrs. Allie Adcock, and celebrating the Top 10 Finalists from The Amazing Shake competition. Student recognition was given to the Carriel Junior High Dance team for their IDTA Pom and Jazz placements and the Boys Basketball team for their 4A State 3rd Place finish. The board approved the Consent Agenda, including bills and facility updates. Reports were provided by the Policy Committee, which reviewed Issue 120, and the Building Committee, which discussed the Construction Manager position. The Superintendent presented her Ten-Year Review report. Financially, the board confirmed and approved the levy. Under Old Business, the board gave a second reading and approval for the 2026-2027 School Calendar and IASB Press Policy Updates (Issue 120). New Business involved the presentation and approval of a Chromebook quote and the presentation and approval of quotes for a Utility Van for the Maintenance Department.

The meeting addressed procedural protocols for committee meetings. Key discussions focused on construction projects, specifically the Gym/Classroom Additions for EK, Hinchcliffe, and Evans, where progress is dependent on securing a Construction Manager At Risk (CMR). The Board recommended that administration seek pricing information from local CMRs.

The Policy Committee meeting addressed procedural protocols and policy updates. Key discussions focused on reviewing IASB PRESS Policy Updates and an Update for Artificial Intelligence (AI). The committee agreed to recommend these updates for second reading and approval during the subsequent Board meeting scheduled for February 18. Additionally, the group discussed the necessity of adding language regarding AI staff use to the Employee Handbook to establish clear expectations for personnel.

The meeting included an entry into Executive Session, which was tabled until after committee meetings were completed. Discussions and actions taken during the Open Session involved approving a resolution for the issue of Taxable General Obligation Refunding School Bonds, Series 2026A (not to exceed $1,000,000), and General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2026B (not to exceed $22,065,000). These funds are designated for altering and reconstructing school buildings, purchasing and installing equipment related to fire prevention, safety, energy conservation, and school security, as well as increasing the Working Cash Fund and refunding outstanding obligations. Additionally, the Board approved the second lowest responsible bid for the Schaefer Roof project after the lowest bidder, Hero Roofing, withdrew their bid.