Michael Carlson

The meeting agenda covered several items beginning with recognition of employee perfect attendance and the Winter Band Concert. Reports included updates from the PTA and Maintenance. Consent items involved approval of bills and the activity fund report, excluding the approval of previous minutes. Discussion items focused on the January 5, 2026, Shared Institute Day, staffing updates, and the Statement of Economic Interest. A closed session was held to discuss employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal, as well as collective negotiating matters. New business included approving the Board Meeting Dates for 2026-2027, the semi-annual review of Closed Session minutes from July-December 2025, the amended FY27 calendar, and the first reading of numerous policy updates concerning areas such as finance, personnel, curriculum, and student rights.

The proceedings included a Truth in Taxation Hearing concerning the 2025 Tax Levy. The regular board meeting agenda covered reports from the Principal, AP/AD, PTA, SRO, and Maintenance departments. Discussion items included the FY25 Annual Statement of Affairs Publication, the 2025 Joint Annual Conference, the Architect Agreement for Job #25-066 (School alarm/security system), Fund Balance policies, FY27 programming and proposed meeting dates, Parent/Student Handbook updates, and FY26 School Maintenance Grant Projects. New business involved approving the 2025 Tax Levy, the 2026-2027 Calendar, a resolution transferring funds, and the Architect Agreement for the security system. A closed session was held to discuss employee matters, including appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal, and collective negotiating matters.

The meeting included discussions on the FY26 Tentative Budget, enrollment numbers, a secure entrance project, and CD investments. There was also discussion regarding the Fall Book Fair Grandparents Event and the upcoming BOE meeting, which will include the introduction of new staff and a budget hearing. The board addressed new business, including approving the FY26 Tentative Budget, the employment of a paraprofessional, updates to the Parent/Student Handbook, and appointments for Chess Club Coach and Student Council leadership. An intergovernmental agreement with the city of Colona for SRO services was approved, along with the second reading of Press Policy 118 to include several updates.

The board meeting includes a Truth in Taxation Hearing for the 2024 Tax Levy, presentations on the FY24 tax levy, and public comment. Other agenda items include reports from school administration, staff, and organizations; approval of various financial items (bills, activity fund report); personnel matters (resignation acceptance); discussion of the FY24 Annual Statement of Affairs Publication, Secure Entrance Renovations, 21st Century Grant funding, and the 2024 Joint Conference; a closed session to discuss personnel matters; and approval of the 2024 Tax Levy, the 2025-2026 calendar, a Cardiac Response Plan, coaching recommendations, and several board policies.

The board meeting will cover various topics, including reports from the principal, AP/AD, PTA, maintenance, and technology departments. Discussion items include an operational funds report, bond indebtedness, the tentative 2024 tax levy, 2024-2025 enrollment updates, a draft of the 2025-2026 calendar, 21st Century Grant funding, board conference folders, and the Bass Fishing Club. A closed session will be held to discuss personnel matters and student placement. New business includes approving a resolution abating taxes, approving the tentative 2024 tax levy, and approving several hirings. The second reading of PRESS 115, including updates to various board policies, will also be addressed.