Shelly Carson

This document outlines the purpose and commitments of the Moline-Coal Valley School District, aiming to ignite a love for learning, build confidence, and empower every student. The district is committed to fostering student growth, creating safe and welcoming spaces, innovating for learning, strengthening community partnerships, and cultivating resilience. Key strategic areas include rigorous academic programs, robust career pathways, exceptional extracurriculars, strong family and community involvement, and support for military families. The plan emphasizes positive achievement trends for all learners, strong fiscal stewardship, and is guided by the Illinois 5Essentials Framework, encapsulated by the P.A.C.E. framework (People, Achievement, Community, Environment).

The Board of Education meeting covered several key agenda items, including the approval of a consent agenda and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Molen regarding the river's edge redevelopment zone. A temporary board secretary was appointed for a future meeting. Additionally, the board approved a memorandum of agreement with Eastern Iowa Community College and a cooperative agreement with St. Ambrose University for student teaching placements. A new job description for a counselor position at NHS was established, and a first reading of updated board policies was accepted. The superintendent provided updates on legislative actions, including the potential removal of a world language mandate, and the meeting concluded with reports from the superintendent and a student board member.

The Board of Education meeting included several recognitions and updates. Three administrators were honored for their distinguished service to the school district, and a school nurse was recognized for her courageous and compassionate response during a health emergency. Wilson Middle School was featured in a spotlight presentation covering their implementation of the Capturing Kids Hearts program and improvements in student academic discussion metrics. Additionally, representatives from the United Way discussed the United for Schools initiative, detailing supports provided to students and families such as food pantries, clothing closets, and mentoring programs.

The Board of Education discussed facility improvements at Wilson to better support LFI and life skills programming, including the addition of handicap-accessible restroom facilities. The board approved student teaching and teacher education placement agreements with Augustana College and Illinois State University. Updates were provided regarding the process for selecting a student board member, an upcoming visit from an international delegation, and the Embrace All Art show to support student artistic development. Additionally, the district reviewed the current strategic plan and evaluation process, highlighting progress made toward long-term goals.

The Board of Education meeting included the administration of the oath of office to a new student board member. The board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Robert Young Center for Community Mental Health for the 2025-2026 school year. Discussions included facility updates such as sodding, new doors and ADA lift installations, track project progress, and roof projects. Additionally, the board authorized the purchase of a property at 1405 11th Street for $200,000 with the intent to demolish it.