Fulton County Community Unit School District 3

The Board discussed and approved several operational and personnel items. Key topics included the recognition of student and leader achievements, the approval of various club trips and memberships, and the authorization of a system quote. The Board finalized employment actions for the upcoming school year, including the re-employment of non-tenured and tenured teachers, the hiring of an assistant principal, and the non-renewal of specific staff members. Additionally, the Board approved a technology purchase for Chromebooks, authorized the reinvestment of CD funds, reviewed district financials, and discussed legal counsel and support for a medical building project. Administrative reports covered student attendance, vehicle fleet status, and maintenance projects.

The board convened a budget hearing where the 2025-2026 budget was presented and explained. The session included a review of beginning fund balances and a discussion regarding estimated revenues and expenditures.

The Board discussed the potential establishment of a trap team for the high school, reviewed financial reports, and approved the hiring of a bus driver and substitute custodian. They also conducted a first reading of various board policies, approved the tentative budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and reviewed a workshop regarding superintendent evaluations. The Superintendent provided updates on summer maintenance and technology projects, and the Board was briefed on changes to the district health insurance provider. An executive session was held to discuss personnel and student matters before adjournment.

The board approved various operational and financial items, including authorization to update credit card information, adoption of the Tort Levy Expenditure/Risk Management Plan, hiring of staff for the 2025-2026 school year, and renewal of property and casualty insurance. Additionally, the board approved an updated athletic intergovernmental agreement, coaches' handbooks, and board policies. Discussions were held regarding upcoming district workshops, conference attendance, the potential formation of a trap shooting team, hosting a wrestling match, basketball shot clock requirements, and a review of the electrical agreement. Reports were also provided on summer maintenance and technology projects, and a FOIA request update.

The board conducted a workshop session dedicated to the superintendent evaluation process. This included reviewing the purpose of the evaluation, identifying performance expectations, customizing an evaluation instrument template, and establishing an annual evaluation calendar.