Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance

We have come to the item on the agenda for Public Comment. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person. At this time, the Board President will call on those who have requested to make Public Comments. Please understand that the Board will not respond to comments made during Public Comment but may direct the Superintendent to address the matter at a later time. 

Mr. Geraci will present the Agenda items.

Approval of Board Meeting Minutes

 The School Board Financial Report provides an overview of the district’s current financial status, including revenues, expenditures, and fund balances.

The Secretary read the Treasurer's Report (Cash Balance for each fund) as of August 31, 2026: 

The Board will convene in Closed Session, as permitted under the Illinois Open Meetings Act, to discuss confidential matters including personnel, collective bargaining, student discipline, litigation, and other topics legally exempt from public discussion.

 *Secretary — please ensure that the closed session is being recorded.

The administrator’s report provides a concise overview of key developments within the school district, incorporating updates from both the principal and the superintendent. The principal’s report highlights school-level activities, student achievement, staffing, and day-to-day operations, while the superintendent’s report addresses district-wide initiatives, policy matters, and strategic priorities. Together, these reports offer a comprehensive snapshot of current progress, challenges, and upcoming plans.

The Principal’s Report provides the Board of Education with an overview of current instructional initiatives, student achievement data, school culture updates, and day-to-day building operations.

The Superintendent’s Report provides the Board of Education with a comprehensive update on district-wide operations, strategic initiatives, and leadership activities. This report ensures alignment between Board goals, district priorities, and day-to-day implementation.

 Old Business includes items previously discussed or introduced at earlier Board meetings that require further review, action, or follow-up. This section allows the Board to address unresolved matters, consider updates, and make decisions based on continued discussion or additional information.

The Board will review and consider updates recommended through the IASB PRESS (Policy Reference Education Subscription Service). These updates ensure that district policies remain aligned with current legislation, regulations, and best practices. The Board will discuss, approve, and adopt the proposed revisions as presented.

New Business includes items being presented to the Board for the first time. This section allows for the introduction of new topics, proposals, or initiatives for discussion, consideration, and possible action.

The South Cook Division Meeting is for a panel discussion with experts on local property taxes related to school districts.

The 2026 Resolutions Committee Report is now available. This year, five resolutions were submitted.

The Personnel section includes recommendations and actions related to district staffing, including employment, appointments, resignations, leaves, assignments, and other personnel matters necessary to support district operations and student learning.

Adjournment marks the official conclusion of the School Board meeting after all scheduled business is completed.