Michael J. McKenzie

The board meeting covered a superintendent's report including FOIA request updates, a presentation by the Unified Dance Team regarding an upcoming fundraiser, and a construction update on the Dunlap Training Center. The board reviewed school activity account reports, an FY25 audit presentation, and information regarding HVAC and boiler replacements. Action items included the approval of bills and policy revisions. The board also conducted a closed session to discuss personnel matters before returning to approve the Human Resources Consent Agenda, which included various staff appointments and separations.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding the intent to issue funding bonds. Key discussions included a superintendent report highlighting FOIA requests, a construction update on the training center, and recognition of Dunlap Middle School as a National Blue-Ribbon School. The board reviewed school activity accounts, the future school calendar, and a financial presentation. Financial actions included approving a bill payment list, authorizing bus and fleet purchases, and passing a resolution of intent to issue funding bonds. A closed session was held to discuss personnel matters, followed by the approval of a human resources agenda including new hires and staff transfers.

The Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan provides a guiding framework to enhance literacy instruction statewide across all educational levels, emphasizing equity, inclusiveness, and evidence-based practices. The plan is committed to addressing and rectifying persistent literacy disparities and unifying efforts across various educational systems to ensure every student develops proficient literacy skills. It focuses on three main goals: ensuring every student receives high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction; preparing and continuously supporting every educator to deliver such instruction; and equipping every leader to create, maintain, and sustain equitable conditions for high-quality, evidence-based literacy instruction.

The Future Ready 1:1 Plan aims to prepare students for a continuously evolving world by integrating technology and enriching learning experiences. A primary objective is to ensure every student achieves equal access to technology by the 2019-2020 school year, fostering more interactive learning environments that extend beyond traditional classrooms. The initiative focuses on cultivating essential student attributes, including creative and resourceful thinking, technologically effective communication, efficient collaborative problem-solving, and culturally aware digital citizenship.

The Board conducted a public hearing regarding the Resolution for Health, Life, and Safety Funds for multiple district schools. The superintendent's report included student recognition, a project presentation, and updates on construction and administrative awards. Action items included approval of the district bill list, the Health, Life, and Safety resolution, student handbooks, 2026 summer projects, a Chromebook refresh, construction bids for Wilder-Waite Grade School, and various teaching and counseling positions. Additionally, the Board discussed and approved a settlement agreement and handled human resources items including new hires and staff terminations. The Board also moved into an executive session to discuss litigation.