Board of Education Meeting Summary: 01.23.23
January 23, 2023
3. Call to Order - Public Session (7:15 pm)
3.1 Roll Call
3.2 Pledge of Allegiance
4. Recognitions
4.1 PRIDE Recognition
Teachers of the Month: Katie Blue (Boulder Hill), Mike Linden (Bednarcik), Megan Mann (The Wheatlands), Dana Miles (Old Post)
Employees of the Month: Rob Manna (Sourthbury), Tricia Tunney (Grande Park)
4.2 Fall Athletic Recognition- State Recognitions
Swimming & Diving: Chloe Diner, Katie Gresik, Katie Malm
Cross Country/All State: Parker Nold
5. Public Comment
5.1 Opportunity for the Public to address the Board of Education
Two comments were made and can be heard on the video link.
6. Presentations
6.1 Social Emotional Learning Presentation
Presented by Director of Social and Emotional Learning Dr. Kristen Paul joined by Assistant Superintendent of Student and Staff Services Dr. Heather Kincaid.
An overview of progress towards the Envision 308 strategic plan as related to Social Emotional Learning was shared. Additional details are available in the slideshow provided to the Board.
7. Comments
7.1 Superintendent's Report
The Community Advisory Committee met last week, topics included Communications, Community Partnerships and Curriculum Renewal Timeline and Process. These topics were suggested by members of the committee.
Transportation update regarding monitoring ridership on new/adjusted routes, feedback being solicited from bus drivers and school principals. Driver shortage is still a significant problem.
Congratulations! Lani Breedlove, OHS Girls Bowling Team, bowled her second career perfect 300 game. Coupled with previous games of 269 and 237, Breedlove rolled a three-game series of 806. She broke the school record with the fifth-best individual series by a girls bowler in IHSA history.
7.2 Board Committee Reports
Change in process discussion- standard three questions for each committee to summarize at the conclusion of each meeting, with answers sent to the board secretary for inclusion in the board documents and available online.
Teaching and Learning Committee Report- Fastbridge assessment data review and overview. Gender achievement gap looks to be closing across many grades. Less gains are being seen in older grades where less support is available, less interventionists. Phonics was discussed, it is embedded in instruction, not a stand alone. New curriculum- seeing increases with new implementation, though a small setback was anticipated with a new tool, quick gains especially seen in math.
7.3 Board Member Comments
Mr. Ploger discussed the staff pressure seen with data, a reminder that different programs, diverse school populations and other factors will generate different results across buildings. The holistic view of the district's progress is important, not comparison between buildings but rather growth overall.
Mr. Ploger asked about the primary election preparation and impact on buildings used as polling places.
Ms. Swanson shared that 11 OHS and 8 OE wrestlers placed (top 8) at conference. Three girls placed, which is a first for SD 308!
7.4 Communications Update
The Board of Education recognizes that the selection of a Superintendent of Schools is its most important responsibility for the students, staff, families, and other stakeholders of our school district community. The Board of Education is committed to a search process that is transparent and collaborative with input from all school district stakeholders.
A page has been created to keep everyone updated on the search for the next Superintendent. A link can be found on the district’s main page. Questions can be asked, a timeline of milestones, past communications and frequently asked questions are included on the page.
7.5 Student Ambassador Report
The Board of Education recognizes that the selection of a Superintendent of Schools is its most important responsibility for the students, staff, families, and other stakeholders of our school district community. The Board of Education is committed to a search process that is transparent and collaborative with input from all school district stakeholders.
A page has been created to keep everyone updated on the search for the next Superintendent. A link can be found on the district’s main page. Questions can be asked, a timeline of milestones, past communications and frequently asked questions are included on the page.
8. Approve Consent Agenda
8.1 Minutes from previous Meeting
1.9.23 Minutes
Motion Passed 7-0
9. Action Items
9.1 Approval of Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Tax Anticipation Warrants in anticipation of the collection of Taxes levied for the Year 2022
The resolution authorizes the issuance of TAWs in anticipation of the property taxes levied in 2022, payable in 2023. The resolution establishes the parameters within which the TAWs may be issued. Specifically, the resolution authorizes up to $20,000,000 in TAWs to be issued against the educational fund. A maximum interest rate of 6 percent per annum is included as a parameter.
Motion Passed 6-1
9.2 Approval of Bus Trust Lease Agreement for Activity Buses
A lease of four (4) activity buses for a five year term. Annual payment of $67,988. Four (4) 14-passenger Chevy/Collins MFSAB Activity Vehicle - Gas.
Motion Passed 7-0
9.3 Approval of Bus Trust Lease Agreement
In July 2018, twenty-nine vehicles were approved for a five year term from Midwest Transit and Santander Leasing with an annual payment of $327,410.00 scheduled to terminate on June 30, 2022.
The acquisition of new vehicles represents an even exchange of the same vehicles as defined below:
Twelve (12) 27-passenger Chevy/Collins Type A Bus-Gas.
Twelve (12) 30-passenger IC conventional with integrated seating-Diesel.
Three (3) 24+3-passenger IC conventional lift buses with integrated seating-Diesel.
Two (2) 48+2-passenger IC conventional lift buses with integrated seating-Diesel
Midwest Transit Equipment, Inc. has submitted a lease offer with a total yearly lease payment of $648,402.00 due upon delivery with four additional annual payments of the same.
Motion Passed 7-0
9.4 Approval of 2023-2024 School Calendar
Motion Passed 6-1
9.5 Approval of Personnel Report
Motion Passed 7-0
10. Closed Session
10.1 Enter Closed Session under statute(s): 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of certain employees and individuals; 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2) Collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees
10.2 Return to Open Session
11. Adjournment
11.1 Adjourn
