Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Elmwood Park
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,908
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1714100
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
4
Mascot
School mascot.
Tiger
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
345.65
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
49 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401
The meeting included a public hearing for the 2026-2027 school year proposed budget. The Board recognized and celebrated tenured teaching staff from various district schools, including Elmwood Elementary, John Mills, Elm Middle School, and the high school. Additionally, student liaisons presented reports on recent school activities, such as open house events, attendance statistics, and the completion of fall NWA benchmark assessments.
The board meeting included a communication regarding the retirement of a long-term staff member and a presentation celebrating various awards received by the district for its communications and public relations work. A public comment session addressed concerns regarding responsiveness to emails and provided feedback on college and career counseling and mental health services. The board conducted second readings of policies, approved a multi-year maintenance association agreement, and authorized the purchase of various software platforms and student information systems. A special education transportation service agreement was also approved.
The board meeting featured student presentations from John Mills Elementary School, Elm Middle School, and Elmwood Park High School, including academic achievements, sports accomplishments, and student recognition for programs like Math Olympiads and DARE. Reports were provided on teacher appreciation efforts and recent athletic successes. Additionally, the board received an update on the Consolidated District Plan, detailing the use of Title I, Title II, and Title III grant funds to support professional development, instructional coaches, math interventionists, and resources for English language learners.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401 meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401.
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