Illinois Department Of Juvenile Justice School District #428 Board Of Education Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several operational and educational updates. Key discussion topics included the renaming of the Monarch Youth Center school, the confirmation of the Board President's role, and updates on the Strategic Plan for 2026-2029. The Superintendent provided human resources updates, including the hiring of literacy interventionists and plans for a behavioral interventionist. The board discussed literacy deficit interventions, the expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings including IT and cosmetology courses, and data regarding the high percentage of the student population receiving special education services. Additionally, the board addressed an upcoming vacancy due to a resignation and received progress reports on extended educational services.