Lexington Community Unit #7 School District Regular Board Meeting
Key discussions included the recognition of seven students selected as Illinois State Scholars. The board approved the Consent Agenda, which encompassed the minutes from the previous meeting, financial and human resource reports (accepting several resignations and approving new hires for coaching positions), policy updates, and the FOIA report. The JH/HS Principal reported on school enrollment figures, the implementation of the 6th Grade Intervention math plan, the upcoming start date for the new embedded counselor, and announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2026. The Tech Committee's decision to include Artificial Intelligence usage questions in the Tech Audit was noted. Discussions from the in-service day included reviewing discipline procedures and staff training on the TeachTown program. The Elementary Principal reported on enrollment, updates on the administrative search and a temporary paraprofessional assignment, a successful winter concert, curriculum discussions, and the popularity of the new second lunch option for K-5 students. The Athletic Director provided updates on participation numbers, tournament seeding, the upcoming E-Sports start date, and requested approval for the HS Baseball team's Spring Break trip to Georgia. The Superintendent detailed facility projects seeking bids, including stage, office, and ceiling renovations, and outlined a proposal for a community solar agreement. A survey regarding the school calendar was mentioned as part of the strategic plan. The board formally addressed the school district's address change, effective June 1, 2026, and implemented new law regarding verifying the humanity of FOIA requesters. The board unanimously approved a resolution authorizing legal counsel, changes to the 2025-26 student handbooks, and the overnight trip for the HS Baseball team.