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May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education of Community Unit District #196 Regular Meeting
The Board of Education meeting included the approval of the consent agenda, the decision to place the FY26 Amended Budget on public display for 30 days, and the scheduling of a public hearing for that budget. Additionally, the final 2025-2026 school calendar was approved. The board handled several personnel matters, including hiring a Special Education Instructor, a paraprofessional, a head high school cheer coach, a head Esports sponsor, a head drama club sponsor, co-sponsors for classes 2030 and 2029, and student summer workers. The board also accepted the resignation of an assistant drama club sponsor and an assistant junior high softball coach. Finally, a retiree was recognized for 22 years of service.
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Board Of Education Of Community Unit District #196 Regular Meeting
The board discussed professional development initiatives focused on student literacy and received a public comment regarding potential changes to the athletic handbook's discipline policy. Key actions included authorizing the development of a tentative budget for the upcoming school year, approving interim expenditures, and adopting the Consolidated District Plan. The board also created two part-time summer student worker positions. During the executive session, the board addressed personnel matters including hiring an English Instructor and a PE Instructor with coaching responsibilities, and accepted resignations for a Special Education Instructor and a Head High School Cheer Coach.
Mar 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education of Community Unit District #196 Regular Meeting
The board approved student handbooks for the Jr-Sr High and Bluffview schools, the IHSA renewal, and the student fee schedule for the 2026-2027 school year. Additionally, the board ratified agreements with SWIC regarding dual credit and the Running Start program. Following an executive session, the board took several personnel actions, including the employment of a substitute and a custodian, the appointment of various coaches and sponsors, and the acceptance of resignations. The board also approved one-year employment contracts for district administrators, salary and stipend schedules for staff, and an extension to the Superintendent's employment contract.
Feb 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education of Community Unit District #196 Regular Meeting
The Board of Education meeting included the approval of an AI Policy, a two-year extension to the Yellow Bus Group of America contract, and the second reading of updated board policies. The Board also approved an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Columbia CUSD for electrician classes and a motion to withdraw from the Career Center of Southern Illinois IGA. Additionally, the Board held an executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters, resulting in the dismissal of one employee, the acceptance of multiple resignations from a staff member, and the transfer of a coach to a different position.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
