Meeting Agenda
A. Call to Order
B.  Pledge of Allegiance
C. Questions/Comments from the Public
D. Presentation of Agenda Items
E. Adoption of Agenda
F. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
G. Tax Levy Presentation 

 
H.  Financial Report
I. Administrator Report
I.1. Principal's report 
I.1.a. Principal presentation - Beyond Management: Servant leadership and the Power of Trust in a K - 8 Community. 
I.2. Superintendent's report 
J. Old Business 
J.1. 2nd Reading and approval of PRESS Policy #120 
J.2. Approval for ADA door replacement and drop ceiling installation 
K. New Business
K.1. JCI Quote 
K.2. JMA Quote 
K.3. Blum quote for LU subscription in the gymnasium. 
K.4. Achieve 3000 renewal 
K.5. BCBS Insurance renewal 
K.6. Garaventa Lift  Quote
K.7. IAR Field Trip Award 
K.8. Edmentum Health and Fitness library 
L. Closed Session
M. Personnel
M.1. Approve VB 5-6 grade Head Coach/7-8 grade Assistant Coach 
N. Adjournment (ACTION REQUESTED) 
O. Next Board Meeting: January 15, 2026
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
 
Meeting: December 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Burnham ESD 154.5 School Board Meeting
Subject:
A. Call to Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
President Uribe calls this meeting to order.
I would like to call the meeting to order at:

We have a quorum present with: 
Subject:
B.  Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
All
Description:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Subject:
C. Questions/Comments from the Public
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:

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. 

Subject:
D. Presentation of Agenda Items
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Description:
Mr. Geraci will present the Agenda items.
Subject:
E. Adoption of Agenda
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
F. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Subject:
G. Tax Levy Presentation 

 
Speaker(s):
John Gibson - TBS
Description:
In a school district, the tax levy process begins with the school board identifying the district’s funding needs for the upcoming fiscal year, including instructional programs, staffing, facilities, and debt obligations. TBS and the board propose a tax levy based on the district’s budget and the district's total assessed value of taxable property.
Subject:
H.  Financial Report
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Secretary read the Treasurer's Report (Cash Balance for each fund) as of November 30, 2025: 
Subject:
I. Administrator Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Description:

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.

Subject:
I.1. Principal's report 
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Pozdzal
Subject:
I.1.a. Principal presentation - Beyond Management: Servant leadership and the Power of Trust in a K - 8 Community. 
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Pozdzal
Description:
This principal presentation explores how moving beyond traditional management practices toward servant leadership strengthens school culture and student success. It highlights the role of trust, relationships, and shared purpose in a K-8 setting, emphasizing how leaders can support teachers, staff, students, and families by listening, empowering others, and leading with empathy. The session focuses on practical strategies for building trust, fostering collaboration, and creating a supportive learning community where everyone feels valued and invested in collective growth.
Subject:
I.2. Superintendent's report 
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Subject:
J. Old Business 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
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.
Subject:
J.1. 2nd Reading and approval of PRESS Policy #120 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
J.2. Approval for ADA door replacement and drop ceiling installation 
Subject:
K. New Business
Description:
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.
Subject:
K.1. JCI Quote 
Description:
During a recent service call Johnson Controls found the blower shaft of AHU
cracked. We will replace the shaft and bearings on AHU-1 for the gym. 
Subject:
K.2. JMA Quote 
Description:
JMA has looked into a temporary heating solution for the gymnasium while the AHU is replaced. 
Subject:
K.3. Blum quote for LU subscription in the gymnasium. 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
K.4. Achieve 3000 renewal 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:

Achieve3000 is a digital learning platform designed to improve students’ literacy, reading comprehension, and critical thinking skills. It delivers differentiated nonfiction content aligned to curriculum standards, adjusting reading levels automatically so every student can access the same topic at the right level of challenge. Using real-time data and assessments, Achieve3000 helps educators personalize instruction, track progress, and support growth in reading, writing, and evidence-based reasoning across subjects.

Subject:
K.5. BCBS Insurance renewal 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
This item covers the annual renewal of our Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) health insurance plan, including a review of coverage, benefits, and associated costs, to ensure continued access to quality healthcare for eligible employees.
Subject:
K.6. Garaventa Lift  Quote
Description:
Replacing a grease canister on a Garaventa lift. 
Subject:
K.7. IAR Field Trip Award 
Description:
Students who met proficiency levels on the IAR earned a special reward field trip to Urban Air Mokena. This trip celebrates their hard work and academic achievement, giving students the opportunity to enjoy an active, fun-filled day while recognizing their commitment to meeting learning goals.
Subject:
K.8. Edmentum Health and Fitness library 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
L. Closed Session
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
Motion to go into Closed Session at _____, pursuant to Section 2 (c) (1) (2) of the Open Meetings Act, for the purposes of consideration of the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees and matters related to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (ACTION REQUESTED after the closed session) *Secretary - please ensure that the closed session is being recorded.
Subject:
M. Personnel
Subject:
M.1. Approve VB 5-6 grade Head Coach/7-8 grade Assistant Coach 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
N. Adjournment (ACTION REQUESTED) 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
O. Next Board Meeting: January 15, 2026

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