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Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Urbana School District 116 Board of Education Business Meeting
The board meeting focused on the positive outcomes of the summer recapture program, which helped students improve grades and engagement. Discussion topics included the administrative process for publicly reporting staff salary and compensation data, as well as providing information on petition requirements for open board seats in the upcoming election. The board also deliberated on the criteria and selection process for hiring search firms to assist in the superintendent search.
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Urbana School District 116 Board of Education Board Meeting
The board meeting included a student ambassador report covering recent athletic events and positive school atmosphere updates. The board held public hearings regarding the district budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the board initiated a discussion on the search process for a new superintendent, focusing on desired leadership qualities, professional qualifications, and the process for engaging stakeholders and recruiting firms.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Urbana School District 116 Board Of Education Business Meeting
The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including a generous donation of educational inventory to district youth organizations. The student ambassador report highlighted school events, upcoming sports activities, and the launch of a new student perspective survey aimed at improving the school environment and strengthening teacher-student relationships. The board discussed election cycles for board seats, established goals such as reviewing kindergarten readiness and the development of a five-year facility plan, and addressed the upcoming superintendent search. Additionally, members discussed potential community programs like midnight basketball, agreements with the park district and school-based health centers, and concerns regarding technology usage in classrooms.
Jun 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Urbana School District 116 Board Of Education Study Session
The board meeting included a memorial moment of silence for a deceased city council member. The agenda covered student achievement data, including projections for upcoming Illinois Assessment of Readiness results and progress updates from the curriculum department regarding literacy and math goals. Discussions were held on improving the achievement gap, implementing behavioral interventions to reduce incident referrals for black students and students with IEPs, and establishing a permanent historical marker at a school facility.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
