The board discussed and recognized student arts poster recipients and received a presentation from the Student Advisory Council. Key actions included the approval of several multi-million dollar contracts and grants, including the FY 2027 After-School Grant Program and the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant. The board also authorized a new building lease, adopted a state definition for rural school districts, approved elementary education content test cut scores, appointed new members to the State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board, and accepted the State of Illinois Single Audit Report. Additionally, the board granted the charter appeals for LEARN 6 and LEARN 10.
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Illinois State Board of Education Finance And Audit Committee Of The Whole Minutes
The committee reviewed public input advocating for an increase in the Career and Technical Education line item. Internal audit updates were provided covering the progress of the statewide single audits, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and compliance examinations for multiple fiscal years. A request was also submitted for a budget update to be included in the subsequent meeting agenda.
Apr 15, 2026·Board meeting
Illinois State Board of Education Board Meeting
The board addressed public comments regarding the accountability system and charter school authorization, including legislative proposals and school-specific concerns. The board held a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters. Several consent agenda items were approved, including intergovernmental agreements with universities and regional offices for educational services, as well as various rulemakings related to educator licensure and school programs. Additionally, the board approved Amendment 5 to the Illinois ESSA State Plan for the accountability system redesign and heard various organizational reports.
Apr 14, 2026·Board meeting
Illinois State Board Of Education Finance And Audit Committee Of The Whole Minutes
The committee reviewed several contracts and grants exceeding $1 million, including the FY 2027 After-School Grant Program, the FY 2027 Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant, an intergovernmental agreement for the Harrisburg Project with ROE 20, a sole source contract for Illinois Resource Center professional development, and an Alzina Building lease. Internal audit updates were provided regarding the status of the FY 2024 and FY 2025 Statewide Single Audits and the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. A budget update was requested for a future meeting.
