Vienna Public School District 55

The board meeting included a discussion on the requirements for a full-time School Resource Officer for the district. Administrative reports and financial documentation were presented, including the Treasurer's Report and various school improvement updates. The board formally adopted the FY24 budget and conducted a closed session regarding personnel matters. Several staffing decisions were finalized, including the employment of multiple aides and a special education case management consultant. Additionally, the board reviewed PRESS Plus policies and rescheduled the upcoming October meeting.

The board conducted a hearing to present and review a proposed budget amendment. Following the presentation, there were no public comments made regarding the amendment before the hearing was adjourned.

The board discussed administrative reports, including the treasurer's report, the JAMP Governing Board meeting report, school improvement plan updates, school safety and emergency response planning, and the implementation of Faith's Law. Following a closed session regarding personnel matters, the board accepted a teacher resignation. Additionally, the board approved the Consolidated Title Plan for the upcoming school year, a contractual agreement for a certified school nurse, a resolution to abolish the working cash fund and transfer funds to the education account, and the school calendar for the 2022-23 year. The board also recognized a member for their service.

The board discussed school safety, including SRO training and the potential hiring of an SSO. Administrative business covered treasurer reports and a budget amendment proposal. A closed session was held regarding personnel matters. The board approved the 2023-24 athletic budget, hired multiple coaches for baseball, softball, cross country, and basketball programs, and conducted a first reading of PRESS policies. Additionally, the board approved a travel request for the Special Olympics team and scheduled a budget hearing for the FY23 budget amendment.

The Board reviewed the Treasurer's report and administrative reports, including summer maintenance, student registration, and a school climate survey. Business actions included approving certified staff job descriptions, the transport list, and the ROE #21 Project ECHO program MOU. The Board also appointed an interim building administrator and an athletic director, approved an amended risk management plan, set the treasurer's surety bond amount, and re-established the working cash fund. Additionally, the Board approved benefits for noncertified staff and aides, and scheduled a future budget hearing.