Michaelene Bender

The budget includes estimates for various funds such as Educational Operations & Maintenance, Debt Service, Transportation, Municipal Retirement/Social Security, Capital Projects, Working Cash, Tort, and Fire Prevention & Safety. Key discussion points involve estimated beginning and ending fund balances, receipts/revenues from local, state, and federal sources, and disbursements/expenditures across different functions such as instruction, support services, community services, and payments to other districts & government units. The budget also outlines other sources and uses of funds, including transfers among various funds.

The Bellwood School District 88's strategic plan for 2024-2027 is dedicated to fostering excellence, equity, and empowerment for every learner through dynamic teaching approaches and the celebration of diverse backgrounds. It aims to empower students to become compassionate global citizens, ready to contribute meaningfully to society, by focusing on personalized learning, technology integration, and community partnerships to create a vibrant educational environment that prepares students for future challenges.

The budget includes estimates for various funds such as the Educational Operations & Maintenance, Debt Service, Transportation, Municipal Retirement/Social Security, Capital Projects, Working Cash, Tort, and Fire Prevention & Safety. Key discussion points involve projected revenues from local, state, and federal sources, as well as anticipated expenditures across different functions including instruction, support services, community services, and payments to other districts and government units. The budget also addresses other sources and uses of funds, including transfers between funds and provisions for contingencies.

The meeting focused on the Reduction in Force. The committee accepted the Reduction in Force Grouping definitions and subsequently adjourned.

The board meeting included presentations on the annual financial audit and the teacher exchange program. Key actions included approving 12-month energy rate agreements, transferring funds to cover debt repayments for an IT infrastructure project, approving the 2023-2024 school calendar, and approving a bill list. Personnel matters were discussed in a closed session, followed by actions on various personnel items including employment, family medical leave, stipends, and terminations. The board also acknowledged the district's upgraded credit rating from Standard & Poor's.