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Meeting Agenda
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A. OPEN SESSION
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B. ROLL CALL
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C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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D. MOMENT OF SILENCE
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E. SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS
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F. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments are limited to 3 minutes and will be heard in the following order on the Agenda: 1.) Public comments pertaining to Agenda items will be heard BEFORE Old and New Business. If there are several comments concerning a particular Agenda Item, the Board respectfully requests that there is ONE speaker selected to represent the group. |
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G. FOIA REQUEST
On November 17, 2025 Althea A. requested information about money spent by School Board members for attending conferences, including transportation, conference fees, hotel, food, beverages, etc. as well as the name of the hotel each School Board member stayed at for each of the following conferences: 2023 Cube Conference in Chicago, IL, 2024 Cube Conference in Las Vegas, NV, 2025 Cube Conference in Los Angeles, CA, 2023 National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) in Charlotte, NC, 2024 National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) in Atlanta, GA, 2024 CABSE Conference in Napa, CA, 2024 NSBA Conference in New Orleans, LA, 2025 CABSE Conference in Napa, CA, 2023 Triple I Conference in Chicago, IL, 2025 Triple I Conference in Chicago, IL, UNKNOWN Conference Spring 2025 (Please provide the name and location) and any other conference (trip) not listed above from 2023-2025 that involves a hotel stay. FOIA is pending with an extension. On November 20, 2025 Althea A. requested names, email addresses and phone numbers of all witnesses to the reconvene session on October 21, 2025. FOIA is satisfied. On December 11, 2025 Althea A. requested video footage of the reconvene sessions on October 21, 2025 and November 18, 2025. FOIA is pending. |
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H. UPCOMING EVENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE
Christmas Break: December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026 Teacher Institute Day, No Students: January 5, 2026 8th Grade Graduation Pictures: January 15, 2026 Martin Luther King Day, No School: January 19, 2026 CORRESPONDENCE: Dear Dr. Roberson, Mrs. Opare-Saforo, Dr. Betz, Members of the Board of Education and Climate & Culture Committee, I would like to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation for organizing such a wonderful team-building outing. The entire day was thoughtfully planned, and it truly showed in every detail. From the delicious breakfast that started our morning to the engaging and fun-filled activities throughout the day, everything was executed perfectly. The activities were creative, well-organized, and ran smoothly, with prizes that added an extra element of excitement and enjoyment for everyone. This outing provided a much-needed break from our normal day-to-day tasks and responsibilities, allowing us to reconnect, recharge, and build morale as a team. It was refreshing to step away from our routines and spend time together in such a positive and supportive environment. Thank you for your continued support and for recognizing the importance of staff morale and teamwork. Your efforts did not go unnoticed, and I am truly grateful for the time, care, and resources invested in making this day such a success. With sincere appreciation, [Ms. Evans/3rd Grade] |
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I. CONSENT AGENDA
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I.1. Approval of the Regular Open Session Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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I.2. Recommended Approval of the Regular Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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I.3. Recommended Approval of Lindop District 92 November 2025 Financial Report.
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I.4. Recommended Approval of Lindop District 92 Payroll for November 18, 2025 - December 16, 2025 in the amount of $654,948.76
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I.5. Recommended approval of accounts payable in the amount of $750,826.00.
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I.6. Recommended Approval of the Tuition Reimbursement for C. Circelli
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I.7. Recommended Approval of the Second Read of Policies 2:120, 2:270, 4:10, 4:30, 4:80, 4:140, 4:190, 5:10, 5:90, 5:100, 5:190, 5:200, 5:220, 5:280, 5:300, 6:20, 6:40, 6:60, 6:130, 6:160, 6:210, 6:260, 6:280, 6:315, 7:10, 7:70, 7:150, 7:180, 7:190, 7:290, 7:310 as presented.
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J. OLD BUSINESS
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J.1. Library renovation update
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J.2. Approval of the 2025 Tax Levy- Levy Year 2025
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K. NEW BUSINESS
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K.1. Recommended approval for the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds to be paid a $5500.00 stipend, in 3 pay periods installments of $1833.33, beginning in January 2026 for his extra duties completed from July 1st to December 31st 2025.
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K.2. Recommended approval to pay Chief School Business Official, Mrs. Cortnee Gutierrez, a stipend of $130 a day beginning Jan. 3, 2026 and ending June 30, 2026, for a total of $16,500 for time executing duties in place of a Director of Building and Grounds and Human Resources.
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K.3. Discussion: Cook County tax receipts delay.
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K.4. Recommended approval to pause remittance of Accounts Payable in the amount of $91,757.14 until the January 2026 Board of Education Meeting.
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K.5. Discussion on need to update website, including company that provides templates, structure, and branding.
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L. BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT
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M. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
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N. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:30 pm. Personnel Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm. PAEC Governing Board Meeting / Chair Mr. Dawson, Co-Chair Mr. Hannah Next meeting Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00 pm in Maywood. Safety/SEL Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Buchanan, Co-Chair Mr. Myrick Next meeting TBD Policy Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Dawson, Co-Chair Mr. Myrick Next meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30 pm. PERA/CIA Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Griffin Next meeting TBD Technology Committee Meeting / Chair Ms. Griifin, Co-Chair Mr. Hannah Next meeting TBD Strategic Planning Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Mr. Buchanan Next meeting TBD Negotiations Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting TBD Community Engagement Committee Meeting / ALL Board Members Next meeting TBD |
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O. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments are limited to 3 minutes and will be heard in the following order on the Agenda: 2.) All other comments (not pertaining to an item on the Agenda) will be heard AFTER Old and New Business, and before Executive Session. If there are several comments concerning a particular topic, the Board respectfully requests that there is ONE speaker selected to represent the group. |
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P. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board may go into closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2 ( c ) (1), (4), (8), (9), and (10) to discuss:- The appointment, employment compensation, discipline, or performance, of specific employees of the public body, evidence or testimony presented in open hearing, or in closed hearing where specifically authorized by law, security procedures, school building safety and security, student disciplinary cases, and the placement of individual students in special education programs and other matters relating to individual students. |
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Q. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
Action based on discussions in Executive Session, if any. |
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R. ADJOURNMENT
1. Next Regular Session Board of Education Meeting: When: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Where: Lindop School Gymnasium |
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Agenda Item Details
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| Meeting: | December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting | |
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A. OPEN SESSION
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B. ROLL CALL
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C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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D. MOMENT OF SILENCE
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E. SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS
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F. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments are limited to 3 minutes and will be heard in the following order on the Agenda: 1.) Public comments pertaining to Agenda items will be heard BEFORE Old and New Business. If there are several comments concerning a particular Agenda Item, the Board respectfully requests that there is ONE speaker selected to represent the group. |
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G. FOIA REQUEST
On November 17, 2025 Althea A. requested information about money spent by School Board members for attending conferences, including transportation, conference fees, hotel, food, beverages, etc. as well as the name of the hotel each School Board member stayed at for each of the following conferences: 2023 Cube Conference in Chicago, IL, 2024 Cube Conference in Las Vegas, NV, 2025 Cube Conference in Los Angeles, CA, 2023 National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) in Charlotte, NC, 2024 National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) in Atlanta, GA, 2024 CABSE Conference in Napa, CA, 2024 NSBA Conference in New Orleans, LA, 2025 CABSE Conference in Napa, CA, 2023 Triple I Conference in Chicago, IL, 2025 Triple I Conference in Chicago, IL, UNKNOWN Conference Spring 2025 (Please provide the name and location) and any other conference (trip) not listed above from 2023-2025 that involves a hotel stay. FOIA is pending with an extension. On November 20, 2025 Althea A. requested names, email addresses and phone numbers of all witnesses to the reconvene session on October 21, 2025. FOIA is satisfied. On December 11, 2025 Althea A. requested video footage of the reconvene sessions on October 21, 2025 and November 18, 2025. FOIA is pending. |
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H. UPCOMING EVENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE
Christmas Break: December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026 Teacher Institute Day, No Students: January 5, 2026 8th Grade Graduation Pictures: January 15, 2026 Martin Luther King Day, No School: January 19, 2026 CORRESPONDENCE: Dear Dr. Roberson, Mrs. Opare-Saforo, Dr. Betz, Members of the Board of Education and Climate & Culture Committee, I would like to extend my sincere thanks and appreciation for organizing such a wonderful team-building outing. The entire day was thoughtfully planned, and it truly showed in every detail. From the delicious breakfast that started our morning to the engaging and fun-filled activities throughout the day, everything was executed perfectly. The activities were creative, well-organized, and ran smoothly, with prizes that added an extra element of excitement and enjoyment for everyone. This outing provided a much-needed break from our normal day-to-day tasks and responsibilities, allowing us to reconnect, recharge, and build morale as a team. It was refreshing to step away from our routines and spend time together in such a positive and supportive environment. Thank you for your continued support and for recognizing the importance of staff morale and teamwork. Your efforts did not go unnoticed, and I am truly grateful for the time, care, and resources invested in making this day such a success. With sincere appreciation, [Ms. Evans/3rd Grade] |
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I. CONSENT AGENDA
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I.1. Approval of the Regular Open Session Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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I.2. Recommended Approval of the Regular Closed Session Meeting Minutes for Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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I.3. Recommended Approval of Lindop District 92 November 2025 Financial Report.
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I.4. Recommended Approval of Lindop District 92 Payroll for November 18, 2025 - December 16, 2025 in the amount of $654,948.76
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I.5. Recommended approval of accounts payable in the amount of $750,826.00.
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I.6. Recommended Approval of the Tuition Reimbursement for C. Circelli
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I.7. Recommended Approval of the Second Read of Policies 2:120, 2:270, 4:10, 4:30, 4:80, 4:140, 4:190, 5:10, 5:90, 5:100, 5:190, 5:200, 5:220, 5:280, 5:300, 6:20, 6:40, 6:60, 6:130, 6:160, 6:210, 6:260, 6:280, 6:315, 7:10, 7:70, 7:150, 7:180, 7:190, 7:290, 7:310 as presented.
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J. OLD BUSINESS
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J.1. Library renovation update
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J.2. Approval of the 2025 Tax Levy- Levy Year 2025
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K. NEW BUSINESS
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K.1. Recommended approval for the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds to be paid a $5500.00 stipend, in 3 pay periods installments of $1833.33, beginning in January 2026 for his extra duties completed from July 1st to December 31st 2025.
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K.2. Recommended approval to pay Chief School Business Official, Mrs. Cortnee Gutierrez, a stipend of $130 a day beginning Jan. 3, 2026 and ending June 30, 2026, for a total of $16,500 for time executing duties in place of a Director of Building and Grounds and Human Resources.
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K.3. Discussion: Cook County tax receipts delay.
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K.4. Recommended approval to pause remittance of Accounts Payable in the amount of $91,757.14 until the January 2026 Board of Education Meeting.
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K.5. Discussion on need to update website, including company that provides templates, structure, and branding.
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L. BOARD PRESIDENT REPORT
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M. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
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N. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Finance Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:30 pm. Personnel Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm. PAEC Governing Board Meeting / Chair Mr. Dawson, Co-Chair Mr. Hannah Next meeting Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00 pm in Maywood. Safety/SEL Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Buchanan, Co-Chair Mr. Myrick Next meeting TBD Policy Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Dawson, Co-Chair Mr. Myrick Next meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:30 pm. PERA/CIA Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Griffin Next meeting TBD Technology Committee Meeting / Chair Ms. Griifin, Co-Chair Mr. Hannah Next meeting TBD Strategic Planning Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Mr. Buchanan Next meeting TBD Negotiations Committee Meeting / Chair Mr. Patterson, Co-Chair Ms. Johnson Next meeting TBD Community Engagement Committee Meeting / ALL Board Members Next meeting TBD |
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O. PUBLIC COMMENT
Comments are limited to 3 minutes and will be heard in the following order on the Agenda: 2.) All other comments (not pertaining to an item on the Agenda) will be heard AFTER Old and New Business, and before Executive Session. If there are several comments concerning a particular topic, the Board respectfully requests that there is ONE speaker selected to represent the group. |
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P. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board may go into closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2 ( c ) (1), (4), (8), (9), and (10) to discuss:- The appointment, employment compensation, discipline, or performance, of specific employees of the public body, evidence or testimony presented in open hearing, or in closed hearing where specifically authorized by law, security procedures, school building safety and security, student disciplinary cases, and the placement of individual students in special education programs and other matters relating to individual students. |
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Q. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
Action based on discussions in Executive Session, if any. |
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R. ADJOURNMENT
1. Next Regular Session Board of Education Meeting: When: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm Where: Lindop School Gymnasium |
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