October 13, 2021 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education - Regular Meeting
| Agenda |
|---|
|
I. CALL TO ORDER
Description:
Carol Botwinski, Board President, called the meeting to order.
Good Evening. With changes to the CDC and IDPH guidance, we are now able to return to in-person Board meetings with seating for the public. All individuals in attendance are required to wear a face mask. We will continue to provide a Livestream option for those who wish to view our meetings from home. As appropriate, we may also provide remote participation options for board members, guests, and presenters. Thank You. |
|
II. ROLL CALL
Description:
PRESENT: Mr. Bednar, Mrs. Botwinski, Mr. Greidanus, Mrs. McClaney,
Mr. Novak, Mrs. Peters and Mr. Smith. ABSENT: No one. ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Don Angelaccio, Superintendent, Dr. Amy M. Zaher, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Mrs. Amy McPartlin, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations and Dr. Chrystyna Sroka Assistant Superintendent for Student Services. |
|
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Description:
We are joined by Eisenhower School who have received the IKE Path award for September. They will lead us in the pledge of allegiance.
|
|
IV. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS AND PARTICIPATION
Description:
At each regular and special open meeting, members of the public and District employees may comment on or ask questions of the Board of Education. If you would like to address the Board, please complete the form and give it to Mrs. O'Donnell, our recording secretary. The Board will be prepared to address those comments related to the agenda within a reasonable time. Communications sent to BOE@d23.org will be read by all Board members, but are not entered into public comment.
|
|
V. COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
V.A. Eisenhower School Improvement Presentation
Description:
Each school presents its Improvement Plan annually to the Board and Community. Tonight Dr. Lambatos and his team from Eisenhower will provide an overview of their goals for 2021-22.
Attachments:
()
|
|
V.B. Maintenance and Custodian Appreciation
Description:
Maintenance and Custodian Appreciation Day was celebrated on Monday, October 4th. We extend our appreciation to our crew for everything that they do to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy school environment.
Attachments:
()
|
|
V.C. National School Bus Safety Week - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Description:
We extend our thanks to First Student and all of their drivers and employees who we rely on for the safe and efficient transport of our students. A gesture of appreciation will be shared with our drivers on School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, October 22, 2021 in recognition of their dedication.
Attachments:
()
|
|
V.D. Principal Appreciation Month
Description:
October 24-30th is designated as Principal Appreciation Week. The Board recognizes and appreciates the leadership and dedication demonstrated by our Administrative team including our Principals, Directors, Coordinator, and Assistant Principal.
Attachments:
()
|
|
VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
|
|
VI.A. BUILDINGS AND SITES
Description:
Kevin will report.
|
|
VI.B. FINANCE:
Description:
Jim will report.
|
|
VI.C. N.S.S.E.O.:
Description:
Carol will Report.
|
|
VI.D. LABOR MANAGEMENT
Description:
Carol will report.
|
|
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Description:
Tonight's Consent Agenda include the approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting and the Executive Session on
and the Personnel Report. |
|
VII.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2021
Attachments:
()
|
|
VII.B. Approval of Executive Session Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2021
|
|
VII.C. Personnel Report
Attachments:
()
|
|
VIII. FINANCIAL REPORT
Description:
Attached is the memo recommending payment of the voucher lists for materials, supplies, and services paid since the last BOE meeting. In addition, the District payments for salaries and insurance benefits during the previous month are included for approval. Those documents are all included for your review.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
|
|
IX.A. SHIELD Screening & Testing - Information Update
Description:
Dr. Angelaccio will provide an update regarding the District's SHIELD screening and testing collaboration.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.B. Categorical Grants - Information
Description:
Dr. Zaher and Mrs. McPartlin have prepared a summary of our categorical grants for the 2021-22 school year.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.C. School Maintenance Projects Grant - Information
Description:
The District has applied for a $50,000 School Maintenance Projects Grant towards the cost of upcoming HVAC Retrofit work at MacArthur. Current projections show Phase 1 costs at approximately $457,000. If awarded, the District will have two years to utilize the funds.
|
|
IX.D. FY23 Budget Calendar - Information
Description:
Mrs. McPartlin will provide an overview of the FY23 budget calendar.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.E. IASB Delegate Selection - ACTION
Description:
During the Triple I conference in November, the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) conducts a delegate assembly to discuss and vote on proposed resolutions. District 23 has historically participated in this process and, to do so again, will need to nominate and select our representative.
|
|
IX.F. Multi-Tiered Systems of Support - Discussion
Description:
Drs. Zaher and Sroka coordinate our District wide efforts to provide a multi-tiered system of supports to students. Implemented by our building principals and teams, this framework guides the identification of students in need of additional support or enrichment. This year, our focus is on strengthening Tier I core instruction for all students.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.G. Freedom of Information Requests
Description:
Several requests for information were received in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. All requests were responded to within the appropriate timeframe by Mrs. McPartlin as the District's FOIA Officer.
|
|
IX.G.1. SmartProcure, Inc.
Description:
Information Requested - Vendor and Purchase Order Detail from July 26, 2021 to Present
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.G.2. LocalLabs - Mr. Vince Espi
Description:
Information Requested - 1.) Data of any faculty or student with (a) COVID-19 positive test results, (b) COVID-19 like symptoms or (c) close contacts to a confirmed case of COVID-19 2.) All details that were provided to the local health department.
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.G.3. LocalLabs - Mr. Vince Espi
Description:
Information Requested - Listing of all literary materials that fall under the "1619 Project". (Specific titles included)
Attachments:
()
|
|
IX.G.4. LocalLabs - Mr. Vince Espi
Description:
Information Requested - Information related to the District's ESSER III allocation and expenditures to date, public hearing and reporting protocols.
Attachments:
()
|
|
X. OLD BUSINESS
|
|
XI. NEW BUSINESS
|
|
XII. ADJOURNMENT
|
