Sue Dunlap

The meeting commenced with the approval of the Board Agenda. Following a period for public comments, which concluded without any audience address, the Board proceeded with financial matters. Key financial actions included the review and approval of the December 2025 Accounts Payable, Imprest Fund, and Fund Balance, as well as the approval of the 2025 Tax Levy Resolution and the Resolution for Truth in Taxation Compliance. The Board also approved a resolution to instruct the County Clerk regarding the apportionment of 2025 tax levy extension reductions. Communications included holiday well-wishes extended by the Board President to the Administrative team. Committee reports noted that Buildings & Grounds would review Greenwood project floor plans, Finance/Personnel discussed fund balances and tax levy, and Negotiations planned to commence in February 2026. The Superintendent provided an update and the Administrators' Reports were reviewed. The Board entered and exited a Closed Executive Session to discuss employee matters and student disciplinary cases. Finally, the Board approved the retirement of one paraprofessional and the resignation of another.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the board agenda. Key discussions included recognition and appreciation for Board of Education members in honor of Illinois School Board Recognition Day. Financial matters involved the presentation of Accounts Payable, review of the Imprest Fund, and the presentation of the 2025 Tentative Tax Levy, which is scheduled for final approval in December 2025. New business included the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for the Youth Guidance (YG) Becoming A Man (BAM) Program at McKinley Junior High School for the 2025-2026 school year. Committee reports covered Buildings & Grounds discussions regarding quotes for future projects (east wing of Greenwood and parking lot), and Finance/Personnel discussions on fund balance and tax levy. The Superintendent provided an update on system alignment, recruitment plans, social-emotional action plans, professional learning communities, and the Teacher Mentor Program Action Plan. During the closed executive session, the board addressed personnel matters, including the approval of a retirement effective June 30, 2026, and the hiring of a new night custodian. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

The regular meeting commenced with administrative matters, including roll call verification. Key actions taken involved the approval of financial reports, specifically the Accounts Payable, Imprest Fund, and Fund Balance. The Board also approved the School Maintenance Project Grant Application and the associated use of local funds to meet the match requirement. New business included the approval of a contract agreement with Yellow Bus Company, and the approval of conference registration fees and associated travel costs for two employees to attend respective educational conferences. Committee reports were delivered, and the Superintendent provided an update noting commendable performance on the IAR across all three schools and overall attendance above 90%. Personnel decisions included the approval of hiring a Private Duty SRO, the approval of a disciplinary action recommendation (a five-day suspension without pay) for an employee, and the approval of a resignation.

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education included the opening of the 2025 - 2026 Budget Hearing and presentation of the budget. The agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and financial reports were approved. The board reviewed and adopted policies from PRESS Plus April 2025, Issue 118, and June 2025, Issue 119. The Superintendent presented information on the South Holland School District 150 Culture and Climate Surveys. The Finance and Personnel Committee discussed account payables, fund balances, the Imprest Fund, personnel issues, the Yellow Bus Company, and the budget. The board moved to a closed executive session to discuss various topics, including appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, imminent litigation, legal counsel, student discipline, and other matters related to individual students.

The Board of Education meeting included discussions and presentations on financial reports, including accounts payable, the imprest fund, and fund balances. The board also reviewed communications related to the McKinley Jr. High School 8th Grade Graduation, upcoming conferences, and the annual retreat. The Superintendent provided updates on board communication, CPLC and DPLC meetings, and strategic plan actions. Additionally, the board addressed unfinished and new business, including the approval of the public school calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, renewal of IASB membership and board book subscriptions, the crisis response plan, the technology plan for 2024-2028, the Apple Master Purchase Lease Agreement, and a contract agreement with Blazerworks. The board moved to a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters and student disciplinary cases, followed by approval of a resignation.