East Aurora School District 131

The Board of Education meeting included reports from the Student Board Member on winter sports and student organizations, a Community Relations report on athletics, an audit presentation, and updates on emergency repairs at Krug Elementary. Key discussions also covered a middle school football update, an energy utility procurement, and updates on dual language program enrollment for elementary and middle school students. The Board approved several items including a long-term gas and electric contract, the appointment of a new Principal, a vended beverage agreement with PepsiCo, and various construction and renovation contracts for asbestos abatement, flooring replacements, and window repairs. Additionally, resolutions regarding student disciplinary matters, non-reemployment of teachers and an administrator, and a remedial warning for a certified employee were addressed in executive session and subsequently passed in open session.

The board received updates from the student board member on recent school activities, including student protests and athletic achievements. The community relations report recognized the superintendent for a regional award and highlighted the EA Paws initiative. The Aurora East Educational Foundation committed $125,000 for stadium scoreboard improvements. Furthermore, reports were provided on a partnership with Family Counseling Services, the student services department improvement plan, and a presentation on winter MAP testing data. The board approved the purchase of kitchen equipment for Cowherd Middle School and addressed personnel matters, including the dismissal of an employee and the tabling of a dismissal for a service staff member.

The board meeting included a student board member report highlighting Black History Month celebrations, various school service projects, and upcoming community events. The superintendent provided updates on district-wide staff training, student scholarship presentations, upcoming mental health symposium participation, and successful grant applications for roofing projects. The board approved various consent agenda items, personnel adjustments, and specific school calendar dates. Additionally, the board approved five staff overloads at Waldo Middle School, awarded a contract for gutter replacement at Oak Park, and authorized the purchase of 2,500 Chromebooks for students. During an executive session, the board discussed personnel matters, including a dismissal and a resignation agreement.

The committee reviewed School Improvement Plans for Krug, Hermes, and Brady Elementary Schools, focusing on literacy and mathematics proficiency goals, attendance strategies, and fostering a culture of belonging. The session also included a recommendation for the adoption of a new high school math curriculum, Savvas enVision, for a six-year period. Additionally, the district presented a proposal to consolidate SEL and climate data onto the Panorama Education platform and introduced the Ukeru Systems model for trauma-informed behavioral support. The meeting concluded with an update on student enrollment and attendance figures.

The committee reviewed the results of an RFP for a stadium scoreboard, ultimately selecting a proposal from Correct Digital Display. Other topics included an update on the sewer line repairs at Krug Elementary, an update regarding the procurement process for a facility assessment, and a discussion on joining an energy efficiency assessment program sponsored by ComEd. The committee also received a status report on department work orders and ongoing staffing efforts.