Kevin McKenna

Key discussions and actions included the approval of Treasurer's Reports and Bills, and the approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered minutes from the previous meeting, the Amended 2025-26 Calendar due to snow days, and various program agreements. Reports covered building updates and the Superintendent's overview, which included updates on the District Leadership Team, the communication plan for the 'A Clear View' facility improvement microsite, and the timeline for the Annual 5 Essential Survey. Tentative graduation and promotion dates were established. New business involved accepting several resignations effective in May 2026, approving a new coaching hire, and approving staff reassignments pending licensure verification and anticipated retirements.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the Treasurer's Reports and the Payment of Bills. The Consent Agenda was approved, which covered items other than the minutes of the previous meeting. Reports were presented, including building reports and a Superintendent Report covering the District Leadership Team meeting schedule and an update on the Communication Plan, noting expected microsite releases in January and the start of the Annual 5 Essential Survey in February. New business involved a discussion where the Board reviewed Self-Assessment results to determine how to best serve the district in 2026. The Board approved the destruction of verbatim recordings older than 18 months while retaining closed executive session minutes. The annual evaluation of the Superintendent was conducted. The Board accepted several resignations effective in May 2026, including a TGS Parapro, a THS Ag Teacher & FFA Sponsor, and a JH and HS Choir Sponsor.

The meeting included a Tax Levy Hearing and subsequent approval of the Tax Levy, along with authorization for the Superintendent to submit the Certificate of Tax Levy. The Board approved the Treasurer's Reports and Payment of Bills. A significant action was accepting the lowest responsible bid from AKRA Builders Inc. for the Teutopolis Junior High School Expansion and Partial Renovation project at a cost of $1,685,455. Reports were presented covering building activities, quarterly department updates (Technology, Maintenance/Grounds, Food Service, Finance/HR, and Transportation), and the Superintendent's report, which included updates on a new communication microsite, continued use of school closures for inclement weather, and scheduling of leadership evaluations. The Board accepted the resignation of a tennis coach and retirement of an employee, and approved the hire of a new 7th Grade Volleyball coach contingent on standard verifications.

The Board addressed the treasurer's reports, payment of bills, and consent agenda items, including the acceptance of the Annual Statement of Affairs for Publication, renewal of the Pest Control Abatement Contract, approval of a Natural Gas Supplier Contract, and the first reading of Board Policy Update 120. The Tentative Tax Levy was approved, and a Truth in Taxation Hearing was scheduled. Reports were presented, including Building Reports, the Superintendent Report, a review of IIRC and School Designations, District Leadership Team plans, and a Communication Plan Update. The Board accepted resignations and approved new hires for the upcoming year, contingent upon successful background checks and licensure.

The meeting included a presentation from two students from Teutopolis Grade School about their collaboration with Benchworkx. The board reviewed and accepted the Annual Financial Report, and reviewed 90% Drawings for a possible expansion at Teutopolis Junior High School, authorizing the release of bid specifications for the project. Reports were presented, including Building Reports, the Superintendent Report, a Communication Plan Update, and updates on the Teutopolis Education Foundation. The board also approved the hire of several individuals for various positions for 2025-26.