Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Wendy L. Kroupa’s organization
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Howard School District 48-3 Regular Meeting
The board discussed administration reports, including student accomplishments at the state fair. Consent agenda items were processed, covering personnel resignation, open enrollment applications, and financial reports across various funds, including General, Capital Outlay, Special Education, Food Service, and Enterprise funds. The board also conducted the second reading and subsequent adoption of the Senior Privilege Policy, declared specific items as surplus, and authorized payment of claims.
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The meeting focused on administrative reports highlighting student accomplishments and a review of district financial reports. Key actions included the approval of a fuel purchasing agreement and the adoption of several new and amended district policies related to student settings, medication administration, and school operations. Additionally, the board reviewed open meeting laws, approved tax levy requests for upcoming tax collections, amended senior privilege requirements, and ratified various student and staff handbooks along with technology policies. An executive session was held to address student matters.
Jul 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Howard School District 48-3 Annual Reorganizational Meeting
The board conducted its annual reorganization, including the election of a president and vice president and the establishment of official designations for newspapers, legal depositories, and school counsel. A public hearing was held regarding the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which was subsequently approved. The board also set compensation for board members, admission rates for events, lunch program fees, and preschool pricing. Additional actions included first readings of policy amendments, approval of the SPED Comprehensive Plan, acceptance of a farm-to-school beef quote, and authorization of personnel appointments.
Jun 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Howard School District 48-3 Regular Meeting
The board discussed and approved several administrative items, including new staff hires, financial reports, and insurance renewal premiums for the upcoming fiscal year. The board also set the date for the 2026-27 budget hearing, agreed to discontinue JH/HS mailings, established the start date for early childhood programs, and signed a prime vendor contract for food services. Additionally, the board accepted a multi-year colony contract and discussed personnel and negotiation matters during an executive session, resulting in the approval of a new JH/HS secretary/admin assistant position.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
