Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Katie Russ’s organization
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Niles Elementary School District 71 Regular Session
The board entered into closed session to discuss specific personnel and legal matters. Key business actions included the approval of accounts payable, an intergovernmental agreement regarding the Village of Niles New South Milwaukee TIF, and an agreement for the joint procurement of crossing guard services, along with the associated contract. Additionally, the board approved placing the 2026-2027 tentative budget on public display and conducted a first reading of board policies. The administrative and superintendent reports covered strategic plan activities such as summer programming, student technology, and facilities updates, as well as district enrollment and FOIA requests.
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Niles Elementary School District 71 Regular Session Minutes
The Board approved several key items, including the payment of accounts payable, the 2026-2027 technology purchases, and a settlement agreement. Furthermore, the Board authorized an Intergovernmental Agreement regarding the Village of Niles New South Milwaukee TIF, adopted the Title 1 Parent & Family Engagement Plan, approved the Consolidated District Plan, and passed a resolution authorizing the appointment of a Township Trustee of Schools representative. Discussions also covered the Superintendent's report and administrative updates regarding the strategic plan, including summer programs, professional development for special education staff, technology device collection, and athletic and extracurricular facility improvements.
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Niles Elementary School District 71 Regular Session Minutes
The Board discussed and approved accounts payable, the 2026-2027 Board Meeting Calendar, the contract for the Director of Business Services/CSBO, and several board policy revisions. Additionally, the Board received administrative and superintendent reports covering strategic plan activities, professional development planning, committee system reorganization, the development of artificial intelligence guidelines, an insurance committee review, and updates on district enrollment.
Apr 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Niles Elementary School District 71 Regular Session
The board approved the 2026-2027 EBC insurance rates and the starting salaries for the 2026-2027 school year. Discussion items included the Superintendent's report regarding action plans, draft AI guidelines, insurance premium increases, and repairs, as well as an administrative report on strategic plan activities such as professional development, recruiting and retaining staff, extracurricular updates, and community engagement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
