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Northbrook School District 28 Board Meeting - 05/26/2026
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Parent Advocates for Continued Elementary School Coral Program
Alejandra Valerino Ber, a parent of a student at Metobrook Elementary, advocated for the continuation of the elementary school coral program led by Mr. Bartunic. She shared her personal experience of how participating in a coral program in public school in Orlando, Florida, led her to a career in the arts. Valerino Ber emphasized the importance of the coral program as part of District 28's music offerings and expressed hope that a new music teacher would have a background in coral education and be supported in continuing the after-school coral program.
Screening Underway for Meadow Brook Assistant Director; Summer Programming Set to Launch
Student services are screening candidates for the assistant director position at Meadow Brook in anticipation of Megan Dames' move to Greenbryer. A team is being assembled for this process, with Dr. Rachel joining. Summer programming is set to begin the following week, after school ends the preceding Wednesday. Staff have been working diligently to prepare for the program's opening.
District Reaffirms Commitment to Accessing True North Programs and Specialized Services
The district will continue to access True North programs, specifically Northshore Academy Elementary, Northshore Academy, and Arbor, which will now operate under the umbrella name Northshore Academy. These programs and specialized supports (vision services, assistive technology, vocational assessment lab, transportation) will remain accessible, offering cost-effective services that would be expensive to provide internally. While professional learning services may be reduced due to changes in offerings, a cost savings is anticipated in that area.
District Adopts New Communications Platform 'Parent Square'; Annual Senior Grad Walk Planned
The district is transitioning to a new communications platform, Parent Square, this summer. Training for front office administrative assistants will occur after the school year ends, enabling them to use the platform at the beginning of the next school year. Further communications will be sent to families and staff before the back-to-school season. Additionally, approximately 80 seniors will participate in the annual grad walk at elementary schools and MBJH.
District Science Students Earn 20 Gold Awards and Special Recognition at State Fair
The school board recognized independent science research students and teachers who won 20 gold awards at the Illinois Junior Academy of Sciences State Fair. Several students also received the Thermo Fisher Award, recognizing the top 10% of state fair competitors, making them eligible for national-level competition. The board acknowledged the hard work of the students, their sponsors (Amber Paul, Rachel McCracken, Sarah Dealia), and parent chaperones and judges. Dr. Meek, the principal, highlighted the months of effort students put into their projects, emphasizing its value for their academic careers.
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