Kyle Rathbun

The meeting included the presentation and approval of a resolution and commendations, and the awarding of the Let Your Light Shine Illumination Award to two students. Financial actions included the approval of disbursements totaling $12,010,933.79 and the Moraine Area Career System Educational payables. The Board approved a new personnel list, adopted the 2026-2027 regular and working board meeting dates, approved the District 218 Facility Use Policy and Contract, and adopted the 2026-2027 Revised Academic Calendar. Additionally, the Board reviewed reports concerning district finances, technology, student enrollment, and general facility maintenance.

The committee reviewed the current equity statement, noting it is dated and should be re-evaluated on a 3-5 year cycle. Discussions included plans to migrate the district's core values and equity statement to a new website, the need to categorize board committees as standing or short-term, the establishment of clear committee charges, and improving the accessibility of committee information online.

The board conducted a community forum and a working committee meeting focused on the Polaris Field Detention Renovation Project. Key topics included a history of the project, concerns regarding flooding in the area, a presentation by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago detailing project timelines and costs, and an easement request from the Village of Oak Lawn. The board also facilitated a public question and answer session regarding the project details.

The Board of Education meeting covered several operational and administrative topics, including the appointment of a hearing officer for 2021, a personnel list, and various departmental updates covering finance, technology, student enrollment, and general maintenance. The board reviewed and discussed policy updates and received an update on the status of remote and in-person learning. Key actions included the approval of the property and liability insurance renewal, the adoption of the 2020 tax levy, the resolution to allocate the tax levy, an abatement to the debt service fund, and the approval of a proposal for an upcoming institute day. Additionally, the board approved a new professional agreement with the Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper IEA Local 218.

The committee discussed a proposed door and hardware replacement project, including the use of various door types and the plan to include alternates in the upcoming bid. Additionally, the committee explored the potential installation of turf fields at several high schools, discussing budgeting approaches, drainage requirements, and plans to conduct further research by visiting another district and consulting with construction specialists.