Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Illinois State University Laboratory Schools.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Normal
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
1,083
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1700099
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
2
Mascot
School mascot.
Redbirds
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
176.05
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Illinois State University Laboratory Schools
The Laboratory Schools Advisory Council meeting included discussions on the 2025-26 calendar, the announcement of the new College of Education's Dean, and updates on Metcalf's playground and AC. Additional funds were approved for the science lab, and a site visit to Arizona State University was planned. There were also discussions on the Redbird Educator Capital Advocacy Day, surveys, and open discussions about reporting Lab School activities, publication links, and the application process for Metcalf.
The Laboratory Schools Advisory Council meeting included discussions on various topics, such as the calendar committee update, stories from the Lab Schools Journal, and a spring preview of the LSAC survey. The calendar discussion involved providing parents with start and end dates for breaks, and the possibility of a Fall Break around Thanksgiving. The LSAC survey will focus on communication between leadership, administration, and parents. Open discussion included feedback on food options for high school students and updates on the intern program.
The meeting included discussions regarding facilities updates, specifically Metcalf's Playground, and an update on the Arizona State University Education Workforce Site Visit, focusing on improving working conditions for teachers. There was also a Redbird Educator Capital Advocacy Day update, highlighting the need for greater awareness and advocacy for the Lab Schools at the state level. Additional topics included a survey update, a family forum, new hires, and LSAC elections. The cadence of LSAC meetings and the role of faculty advisors were also discussed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Illinois State University Laboratory Schools meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Public-sector contacts connected to Illinois State University Laboratory Schools.
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