Dieterich Unit Regular Board Meeting Highlights
The Board meeting commenced with student recognitions, including the undefeated 7th Grade Boy's Basketball Team and Illinois State Scholars. Consent agenda items included approving January minutes and reports, amending the calendar to account for two Emergency Days used in January, designating the Superintendent to prepare the FY 2027 District Budget, setting the tentative High School Graduation date for May 16th, and approving facility use and several field trips for the Band, Auto Club, and 6th Grade. The Principals reported on PreK/Kindergarten screening progress and scheduling updates, noting the Elementary school's transition to a 5-day schedule. Personnel actions involved renewing the Elementary Principal's contract, approving a Dean of Student's contract, reassigning a 3rd Grade Teacher to JH Math, hiring two sub bus drivers, approving a leave of absence for a support staff member, and adjusting cheer coaching stipends. The Superintendent provided an update on the improving health insurance loss ratio, reviewed options for the 2026-27 District Calendar, publicly thanked EJ Water for snow removal assistance, discussed a Regional Growth Alliance membership request without action, and provided updates on CORE Academy enrollment and future course offerings.