Meeting Agenda
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS AND PARTICIPATION
V. COMMUNICATIONS
V.A. Trimester 3 Strategic Plan Update
V.B. Back to School FAQ
V.C. Annual Review of Handbooks
V.D. Certification of Schools
V.E. 9/11 Memorial
V.F. D23 Family Fest - September 25, 2026
V.G. Seeking Local Vendors
V.H. IASB Governance Award
V.I. Informational Candidate Forum
VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
VI.A. BUILDINGS AND SITES
VI.B. FINANCE:
VI.C. N.S.S.E.O.:
VI.D. POLICY
VI.E. COMMUNITY RELATIONS
VI.F. SUCCESSION PLANNING 
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
VII.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of June 11, 2026.
VII.B. Personnel Report
VII.C. Tuition Reimbursement
VII.D. Tuition Reimbursement- Administration
VII.E. Press Policy 121
 
VII.E.1. Policy 2:200 Types of Board of Education Meetings
VII.E.2. Policy 2:220 Board of Education Meeting Procedure
VII.E.3. Policy 2:250 Access to District Public Records
VII.E.4. Policy 2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure
VII.E.5. Policy 4:165 Awareness and Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Grooming Behaviors
VII.E.6. Policy 5:10 Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment
VII.E.7. Policy 5:20 Workplace Harassment Prohibited
VII.E.8. Policy 5:30 Hiring Process and Criteria
VII.E.9. Policy 5:250 Leave of Absences
VII.E.10. 5:330 Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays, and Leaves
VII.E.11. Policy 6:65 Student Social and Emotional Development
VII.E.12. Policy 6:100 Using Animals in the Education Program
VII.E.13. Policy 6:145 Migrant Students
VII.E.14. Policy 6:170 Title I Programs
VII.E.15. Policy 7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited
VII.E.16. Policy 7:50 School Admissions and Student Transfers To and From Non-District Schools
VII.E.17. Policy 7:100 Health, Eye and Dental Examinations; and Exclusion of Students
VII.E.18. Policy 7:185 Teen Dating Violence Prohibited
VII.E.19. Policy 7:220 Bus Conduct
VII.E.20. Policy 7:230 Misconduct by Students with Disabilities
VII.E.21. Policy 7:240 Conduct Code for Participants in Extracurricular Activities
VII.E.22. Policy 7:260 Exemption from Physical Education
VII.E.23. Policy 7:280 Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease
VII.E.24. Policy 7:300 Extracurricular Athletics
VII.E.25. Policy 8:90 Parent Organizations and Booster Clubs
VIII. FINANCIAL REPORT
IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
IX.A. Consideration of a Resolution Providing for and Requiring the Submission of the Proposition of Increasing the District’s Limiting Rate to the Voters of the District at the General Election to be Held on November 3, 2026 - ACTION
IX.B. Consideration of a Resolution Regarding the Levy of Taxes for Levy Year 2026 in the Event the Limiting Rate Proposition is Approved. - ACTION
IX.C. Approval for Display of FY27 Tentative Budget, Posting in Newspaper and Scheduling of Public Hearing - ACTION
IX.D. Enrollment and Staffing Update - ACTION
IX.E. Facility Rental Rates for 2026-27 - ACTION
IX.F. Extension of the IGA with Prospect Heights Park District - ACTION 
IX.G. Maharashtra Mandal Chicago (Marathi) Rental Agreement - ACTION
IX.H. Custodial Services Agreement with ABM - ACTION
IX.I. Professional Development Plan - INFORMATION 
IX.J. Instructional Materials - INFORMATION
IX.K. High School Credit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with District 214 - INFORMATION
IX.L. Freedom of Information Act Report (FOIA) - INFORMATION
X. OLD BUSINESS
X.A. Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes - ACTION
XI. NEW BUSINESS
XI.A. Press Policy 122 - First Read
XI.A.1. Policy 2:230 Public Participation at Board of Education Meetings and Petitions to the Board
XI.A.2. Policy 5:70 Religious Holidays
XI.A.3. Policy 5:240 Suspension
XI.A.4. Policy 6:70 Teaching About Religions
XI.A.5. Policy 6:80 Teaching About Controversial Issues
XI.A.6. Policy 6:190 Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities
XI.A.7. Policy 7:130 Student Rights and Responsibilities

XI.A.8. Policy 8:70 Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities

XI.A.9. Policy 2:30 School District Elections

XI.A.10. Policy 3:40 Superintendent

XI.A.11. Policy 3:50 Administrative Personnel Other Than the Superintendent

XI.A.12. Policy 3:60 Administrative Responsibility of the Building Principal

XI.A.13. Policy 3:70 Succession of Authority

XI.A.14. Policy 4:120 Food Services

XI.A.15. Policy 4:175 Convicted Child Sex Offender; Screening; Notifications

XI.A.16. Policy 5:40 Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease

XI.A.17. Policy 5:110 Recognition for Service and Attendance, Expressions  Sympathy/Memorials

XI.A.18. Policy 5:140 Solicitations By or From Staff

XI.A.19. Policy 5:185 Family and Medical Leave

XI.A.20. Policy 7:30 Student Assignment

XI.A.21. Policy 7:80 Release Time for Religious Instruction/Observance

XI.A.22. Policy 7:345 Use of Educational Technologies; Student Data Privacy and Security

XI.A.23. Policy 8:100 Relations with Other Organizations and Agencies
XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.A. Superintendent Candidate Profile 
XIII. OPEN SESSION
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: August 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education - Regular Meeting
Subject:
I. CALL TO ORDER
Description:
Becky McClaney, Board President, called the meeting to order.


Good Evening. I call to order the Board of Education Meeting for Prospect Heights School District 23 for August 13, 2026 at ____________.
Subject:
II. ROLL CALL
Description:
PRESENT:  Mrs. Botwinski, Dr. Long, Mrs. McClaney,
Mrs. Morrissey,  Mr. Nordmark, Mrs. Peters, and Dr. Summers

ABSENT: No one.

ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Don Angelaccio, Superintendent, Dr. Craig Curtis, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, Mrs. Amy McPartlin, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations and Dr. Chrystyna Sroka Assistant Superintendent for Student Services.
Subject:
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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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 pink form and give it to Mrs. O'Donnell, our recording secretary. 
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V. COMMUNICATIONS
Subject:
V.A. Trimester 3 Strategic Plan Update
Description:
Each Trimester, an update on the progress of our Strategic Plan is shared with the board and Community. 
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V.B. Back to School FAQ
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V.C. Annual Review of Handbooks
Description:
Each year we update the employee and Student/Parent handbooks. Links are provided here: 
Employee Handbook 
Student/Parent Handbook
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V.D. Certification of Schools
Description:
The Buildings and Sites Committee and Administration have toured the schools and certify that they are ready for staff and student return.
Subject:
V.E. 9/11 Memorial
Description:
9/11/26 - Betsy Ross Field @ 9:00am
In conjunction with the city of Prospect Heights, Police, and Fire Departments, District 23 will host a commemorative 9/11 event. 
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V.F. D23 Family Fest - September 25, 2026
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V.G. Seeking Local Vendors
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V.H. IASB Governance Award
Description:
The Community Relations Committee has completed and submitted our application for the 2026 Governance Award through the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB).
Subject:
V.I. Informational Candidate Forum
Description:
10/6/26 - Sullivan Library 6:00pm
D23 will host an informational forum to share how community members can run for the important role of School Board member. 
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VI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Subject:
VI.A. BUILDINGS AND SITES
Description:
Mrs. Botwinski will report.
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VI.B. FINANCE:
Description:
Mr. Nordmark will report.
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VI.C. N.S.S.E.O.:
Description:
Mrs. Botwinski will report.
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VI.D. POLICY
Description:
Mrs. Morrissey to report.
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VI.E. COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Description:
Mrs. Morrissey to report.
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VI.F. SUCCESSION PLANNING 
Description:
Dr. Long to report.
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VII. CONSENT AGENDA
Description:
Tonight's Consent Agenda includes the approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting, the Personnel Report, Tuition Reimbursements,  and Press Policy 121 second read (Adopt as presented).
Subject:
VII.A. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of June 11, 2026.
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VII.B. Personnel Report
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VII.C. Tuition Reimbursement
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VII.D. Tuition Reimbursement- Administration
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VII.E. Press Policy 121
 
Description:
PRESS Vol. 121 Policies are presented second reading. The committee recommends to adopt as presented. 
Subject:
VII.E.1. Policy 2:200 Types of Board of Education Meetings
Description:
Answer "YES" to Q1.
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VII.E.2. Policy 2:220 Board of Education Meeting Procedure
Description:
Answer "NO" to Q1.
Answer "NO" to Q2.
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VII.E.3. Policy 2:250 Access to District Public Records
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VII.E.4. Policy 2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure
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VII.E.5. Policy 4:165 Awareness and Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Grooming Behaviors
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VII.E.6. Policy 5:10 Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment
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VII.E.7. Policy 5:20 Workplace Harassment Prohibited
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VII.E.8. Policy 5:30 Hiring Process and Criteria
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VII.E.9. Policy 5:250 Leave of Absences
Description:
Answer "51 or more" to Q1.
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VII.E.10. 5:330 Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays, and Leaves
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VII.E.11. Policy 6:65 Student Social and Emotional Development
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VII.E.12. Policy 6:100 Using Animals in the Education Program
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VII.E.13. Policy 6:145 Migrant Students
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VII.E.14. Policy 6:170 Title I Programs
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VII.E.15. Policy 7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited
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VII.E.16. Policy 7:50 School Admissions and Student Transfers To and From Non-District Schools
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VII.E.17. Policy 7:100 Health, Eye and Dental Examinations; and Exclusion of Students
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VII.E.18. Policy 7:185 Teen Dating Violence Prohibited
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VII.E.19. Policy 7:220 Bus Conduct
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VII.E.20. Policy 7:230 Misconduct by Students with Disabilities
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VII.E.21. Policy 7:240 Conduct Code for Participants in Extracurricular Activities
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VII.E.22. Policy 7:260 Exemption from Physical Education
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VII.E.23. Policy 7:280 Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease
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VII.E.24. Policy 7:300 Extracurricular Athletics
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VII.E.25. Policy 8:90 Parent Organizations and Booster Clubs
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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.

 
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IX. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Subject:
IX.A. Consideration of a Resolution Providing for and Requiring the Submission of the Proposition of Increasing the District’s Limiting Rate to the Voters of the District at the General Election to be Held on November 3, 2026 - ACTION
Description:
4.1 Facilitate Building a Better D23 Referendum campaign for sustainable financing needs.

Administration will provide an overview of the need, timeline, and recommendation for placing a referendum question on the November 2026 ballot.
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IX.B. Consideration of a Resolution Regarding the Levy of Taxes for Levy Year 2026 in the Event the Limiting Rate Proposition is Approved. - ACTION
Description:
4.1 Facilitate Building a Better D23 Referendum campaign for sustainable financing needs.

Administration will provide an overview of the need, timeline, and recommendation for placing a referendum question on the November 2026 ballot.
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IX.C. Approval for Display of FY27 Tentative Budget, Posting in Newspaper and Scheduling of Public Hearing - ACTION
Description:
4.1 Maintain and monitor annual budget for cost savings opportunities.

4.1 Implement budgeting strategies to meet Board's Policy Fund Balance target.

Mrs. McPartlin has prepared the tentative budget and shared it with the Finance Committee. As the non-operational funds are still being finalized, this tentative budget will continue to undergo several adjustments.  The hearing for the final budget will be held in September. 
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IX.D. Enrollment and Staffing Update - ACTION
Description:
4.1 Maintain and monitor annual budget for cost savings opportunities.

4.1 Implement budgeting strategies to meet Board's Policy Fund Balance target.
Dr. Angelaccio has prepared an update to the enrollment and staffing plan reflecting the up to date registration data for the 2026-27 school year. 
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IX.E. Facility Rental Rates for 2026-27 - ACTION
Description:
4.5 Review Rental Fee structures.

Last updated in 2024, we have revised the current rental fees for the 2026-27 school year.
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IX.F. Extension of the IGA with Prospect Heights Park District - ACTION 
Description:
4.5 Explore shared services/procurement to drive savings.

We would like to renew the IGA with the Prospect Heights Park District for the mutual usage of our facilities. Minimal changes have been made to the existing agreement and the preliminary agreement was approved by the PHPD Board this week.
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IX.G. Maharashtra Mandal Chicago (Marathi) Rental Agreement - ACTION
Description:

4.4

Engage all partners in developing effective uses for district resources.


During the 2025-26 school year, the Maharashtra Mandal Chicago (MMC) (Marathi Group) rented classrooms at MacArthur. They have expressed an interest in coming back for the 2026-27 school year, and we are happy to  recommend approval of a one-year contract for their organization.
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IX.H. Custodial Services Agreement with ABM - ACTION
Description:

4.4

Engage all partners in developing effective uses for district resources.

Pursuant to 105 ILCS 5/10-22.34c, school districts may enter into contracts for non-instructional services to augment their workforce in "emergency situations" that threaten the safety or health of the school district’s staff or students.  As custodial services are directly related to health and safety, the District is seeking to extend the current contract for custodial services with ABM for another three months, from September 11, 2026 until December 11, 2026. 
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IX.I. Professional Development Plan - INFORMATION 
Description:
2.4 Provide High Quality Professional Development to Facilitate Collaborative/Shared development of Building/District PD goals to reduce the variance between teacher/classroom instructional practices and experiences. 
Dr. Curtis, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, has prepared a memo outlining the Professional Development plan for 2026-27.
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IX.J. Instructional Materials - INFORMATION
Description:

1.1

Continuously evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of core curriculum, interventions, and supports for ALL students. 


Dr. Curtis, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, has prepared a memo articulating the Instructional Materials for 2026-27.
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IX.K. High School Credit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with District 214 - INFORMATION
Description:
1.2 Implement in-District (MacArthur) Geometry Course and updated pathway.

Dr. Curtis, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, has prepared a memo articulating the newly developed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with District 214 that supports our delivery of High School credit for Geometry and Robotics courses in District 23. 
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IX.L. Freedom of Information Act Report (FOIA) - INFORMATION
Description:
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act, we have the following FOIA requests to report. All requests were responded to by the FOIA Officer within the required timeframe.
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X. OLD BUSINESS
Subject:
X.A. Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes - ACTION
Description:
Carol reviewed the Executive session minutes for the past six months. She is recommending the release of Executive Session Minutes from January 8, 2026, February 12, 2026, March 12, 2026, and May 14, 2026, and Executive Session recordings 18 months and older to be destroyed.
 
Subject:
XI. NEW BUSINESS
Subject:
XI.A. Press Policy 122 - First Read
Subject:
XI.A.1. Policy 2:230 Public Participation at Board of Education Meetings and Petitions to the Board
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XI.A.2. Policy 5:70 Religious Holidays
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XI.A.3. Policy 5:240 Suspension
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XI.A.4. Policy 6:70 Teaching About Religions
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XI.A.5. Policy 6:80 Teaching About Controversial Issues
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XI.A.6. Policy 6:190 Extracurricular and Co-Curricular Activities
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XI.A.7. Policy 7:130 Student Rights and Responsibilities
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XI.A.8. Policy 8:70 Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities
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XI.A.9. Policy 2:30 School District Elections
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XI.A.10. Policy 3:40 Superintendent
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XI.A.11. Policy 3:50 Administrative Personnel Other Than the Superintendent
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XI.A.12. Policy 3:60 Administrative Responsibility of the Building Principal
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XI.A.13. Policy 3:70 Succession of Authority
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XI.A.14. Policy 4:120 Food Services
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XI.A.15. Policy 4:175 Convicted Child Sex Offender; Screening; Notifications
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XI.A.16. Policy 5:40 Communicable and Chronic Infectious Disease
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XI.A.17. Policy 5:110 Recognition for Service and Attendance, Expressions  Sympathy/Memorials
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XI.A.18. Policy 5:140 Solicitations By or From Staff
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XI.A.19. Policy 5:185 Family and Medical Leave
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XI.A.20. Policy 7:30 Student Assignment
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XI.A.21. Policy 7:80 Release Time for Religious Instruction/Observance
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XI.A.22. Policy 7:345 Use of Educational Technologies; Student Data Privacy and Security
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XI.A.23. Policy 8:100 Relations with Other Organizations and Agencies
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XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Subject:
XII.A. Superintendent Candidate Profile 
Description:
2.1 Conduct Superintendent search and succession planning.
Subject:
XIII. OPEN SESSION
Subject:
XIV. ADJOURNMENT

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