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Committee of the Whole: July 20, 2026
Published: Jul 20, 2026
District Reviews PRESS Policy Updates, Considers Governance and Operational Changes
The district is reviewing several policy updates from PRESS (Policy, Regulation, and Ethics Services), which are part of a five-year review cycle. These updates include minor language refreshes, legal reference updates, and some policy revisions. Notable items include a checklist for filling board vacancies, a resolution to appoint a delegate to the Illinois Association of School Boards Delegate Assembly, and updates regarding the board's treatment of closed meetings and recordings. One policy change reduces public comment time from five minutes to three minutes, which aligns with the district's current practice. Another policy, 'Succession of Authority,' was discussed at length regarding its proactive versus reactive nature, with clarification that a succession plan exists and is discussed internally. The district is also updating policies on communicable diseases, suspensions, teaching about religions and controversial issues, extracurricular activities, student rights, and accommodating individuals with disabilities. Some policies recently reviewed were not yet integrated into the public-facing manual, prompting a request for them to be made accessible.
District Launches Comprehensive Technology SWOT Analysis
The district is undertaking a comprehensive SWOT analysis of its technology systems and infrastructure. This analysis will examine five key areas: teaching and learning systems, devices, infrastructure and systems, digital citizenship/computer science standards, and professional learning/staff capacity, as well as equitability and accessibility. The goal is to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to inform future technology planning and action plans. The technology committee, including board members, staff, and potentially other stakeholders, will drive this process. Feedback will be gathered through surveys and discussions. The analysis will consider funding sources and sustainability for technology. A timeline for presenting findings is estimated for January, with the understanding that this is a multi-layered process involving community and staff input. Initial costs are not anticipated for the analysis itself, as it will be conducted in-house.
Board Debates Effectiveness of IASB-Led Governance Workshop, Explores Alternatives
The district is considering a "Starting Right" workshop for board members and the cabinet team, coordinated by the IASB (Illinois Association of School Boards). The workshop aims to improve communication, establish expectations, and foster collaborative working relationships. Initially proposed as a three-hour training facilitated by IASB, board members expressed dissatisfaction with previous IASB trainings, describing them as unengaging and overly reliant on PowerPoints. They suggested exploring alternative facilitators or conducting the workshop internally. The goal is to ensure consistency and a positive start for the new cabinet and board. Board members are asked to provide dates in August that do not work and their preference for an evening or Saturday session by July 31st.
District to Implement Embrace System for IEP and 504 Plan Management
The district is proposing to transition from Infinite Campus to Embrace as its primary platform for managing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans. This move is driven by staff feedback indicating that Infinite Campus, while a good student information system, lacks the specialized features and data-gathering capabilities for special education services. Embrace is presented as a more user-friendly and robust system with features like automated reminders for due IEPs/evaluations, reporting capabilities for services needed by building or related service type, and streamlined data transfer for new students. The transition involves an initial implementation cost of approximately $20,000, funded by existing grant carryover, and an annual cost of $13,000 based on the district's student population. Infinite Campus will remain in use for other administrative functions. Professional development will be provided, and staff have reported positive initial feedback.
District Considers Transportation Claims Consulting Agreement
The district is proposing to enter into a two-year agreement with Transportation Residency Specialist LLC for transportation claim auditing and optimization services. The goal is to ensure accurate claims, avoid overclaiming, and maximize potential revenue from transportation funds. The service costs $100 per hour, with the cost being billable back to the following year's transportation claim, making the initial outlay minimal (around $1,200 for an estimated 12 hours of work). If the company identifies additional revenue, they would take a 10% commission. The agreement would also involve them assisting with practices like bus leases and gas payments to ensure maximum claimable amounts. The contract has been vetted for legitimacy, and while the cost is low, the potential for increased revenue justifies board approval due to the percentage-based commission on identified funds potentially exceeding contract limits.
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