Rhonda Andrews

The board held a public hearing regarding the tax levy for 2025. There was a presentation from the Genanoa Kingson Education Foundation Board, which granted 18 different grants this year. The board discussed the purchase of vans as part of a five-year plan to replace the fleet. A motion was made to approve the notice to remedy for Gretchen Titlet. Updates to press policy 120 were presented for a first reading. The board discussed the SWAT analysis on school safety, student input forms, and the process for selecting the next student board member. A safety update included discussion of thermal metal detectors, vape decibel level detectors, metal detector wands, an additional SRO, the lanyard system, door open alert systems, and a backpack policy change. The board also discussed a reunification process for every school in the district.

The meeting included discussions on public hearings, comments from guests, and a consent agenda. Key topics included a working cash fund abatement resolution and transfer, as well as an energy services agreement. The energy agreement discussion involved the potential for a second phase of solar projects, federal incentives, and the return on investment. Concerns were raised about the lifespan of existing roofs, the efficiency of current solar panels, and the financial implications of proceeding with new projects. The board also discussed a tax levy presentation.

The meeting included a presentation regarding changes at the middle school. The Genoa Kingson Education Foundation presented a check to the school. The board discussed and approved an amended solar contract, saving the district money and improving the return on investment. The board voted to nullify the e-learning plan, reverting to traditional snow days. The board discussed and will vote on the 2025-2026 Public School calendar.

The meeting included discussions on student discipline, approval of the consent agenda items, and reappointment of the student board member. Updates were provided on press policies, the Cal County Superintendent, CPR staff training, and e-learning. The board also discussed the cognia renewal, the fiscal year 25 tentative budget, and future agenda items.

The meeting included discussions on updates to board policy 740 regarding non-public students' participation in extracurricular activities, focusing on IHSA minimum standards and attendance requirements. The board also addressed the approval of the ELA curriculum for grades K through five, the Otis assessments proposal for the 2025-26 school year, and authorization for electricity and gas supply contracts. Additionally, there was a first reading of press policies, a review of FOYA requests, and a student board member communication regarding elementary school lunches.