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Community Unit School District 200 Board of Education met Nov. 13.

Here is the agenda provided by the board:

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

Communication With Host School

1. Principal Jackie Rodriguez will report on Lowell Elementary School

Modifications to the Agenda

Public Comments - Agenda & Non-Agenda Items

1. Public comments are important to the Board. However, it is the Board's policy not to take on items until time has been taken to gather rmation and discuss all options. Lack of does not imply lack of interest in the issues.

Superintendent Report

1. Dr. Jeff Schuler will Report on a Variety of Topics

2. Board Student Ambassadors Will Provide and Update From Their Respective Schools

Consent Agenda Items

1. Acceptance of Gift to Wheaton North High School - Boys Basketball Program

Summary:

WNHS has received a generous donation from an anonymous donor in the amount of $500.00 that was designated for the boys basketball program. This donation is targeted to purchase new basketballs. By donating these items, WNHS transfers ownership of the items and relinquishes to District 200 the responsibility for maintenance, repair, insurance and any liability incurred in the use of the items donated.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board of Education accept the donation to the WNHS Boys Basketball Program as presented.

2. Approval to Post Curriculum Content for AP Precalculus Course for Community Review

Summary:

AP Precalculus is a new high school course offered by the College Board to prepare students for college-level calculus. This course is a comprehensive preparation for AP Calculus AB or BC and is ideal for students aiming to study STEM fields in college.

Recommendation:

Approve the AP PreCalculus curriculum content for community review as presented.

3. Approval to Post Curriculum Content for Dual Credit Social Media Marketing Course for Community Review

Summary:

Social Media Marketing is a Dual Credit course connected to the Marketing Pathway. Students that take this course have the opportunity to earn 3 hours of college credit in MARKET 1150 through College of DuPage. As part of the course, students are required by COD to use the Stukent Social Media Simternship program. This interactive, online program provides students with a hands-on, real-world experience in social media marketing and management.

Recommendation:

Approve the Social Media Marketing curriculum content for community review as presented.

4. Approval to Post Curriculum Content for Dual Credit Introduction to Literature Course for Community Review

Summary:

Introduction to Literature is a Transferable General Education Dual Credit Course where students can earn 3 credits for Humanities. This would be an elective for seniors.

Recommendation:

Approve the Introduction to Literature curriculum content for community review as presented.

5. Approval to Post Curriculum Content for Engineering Essentials High School Course for Community Review

Summary:

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) offers a comprehensive Engineering Pathway for high school students, featuring a series of courses aimed at building engineering skills and preparing students for post-secondary studies or careers in STEM fields. The introductory course, Engineering Essentials, gives students a foundational understanding of engineering, covering various disciplines and essential skills. In this course, students learn about the engineering design process, develop technical skills, practice teamwork, and engage in problem-solving activities. To support the implementation of PLTW Engineering Courses, additional laptops are needed. These devices will be used not only in Engineering Essentials but also in all future engineering courses that the high school plans to recommend as part of this pathway.

Recommendation:

Approve the Engineering Essentials curriculum content for community review as presented.

6. Approval to Extend Four (4) Existing Maintenance Truck Leases with Vehicle Leasing Associates LLC for Twelve (12) Months

Summary:

In mid-August 2024, Vehicle Leasing Associates LLC (VLA) approached CUSD 200 to discuss the end of the leases for the four maintenance vehicles in October 2024. Based on the existing lease to own agreement, VLA offered CUSD 200 the opportunity to purchase the four vehicles outright, at a total cost of $148,000. Administration reviewed the offer and determined that the value of an outright purchase of the four vehicles would not meet our financial goals. The facility team then looked for other purchasing options through state and federal purchasing cooperatives and could not find a program that was suitable for our current needs. CUSD 200 re-opened a communication with VLA in early October 2024, with VLA offering an extension of the current leases for a period of one or two years. CUSD 200 is recommending a one year extension, which will allow the administration team the opportunity to further explore options in the truck market and provide the Board of Education with an update in the summer of 2025. A copy of the lease extension for each vehicle is attached for your reference.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the extension of the existing leases on four maintenance vehicles from Vehicle Leasing Associates LLC for the period of 12 months, beginning in October 2024. The total cost for the 12 month extension is $29,664.00

7. Approval of Bills Payable and Payroll

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Bills Payable and Payroll as presented.

8. Approval of Minutes (continued in summary)

Summary:

Approval of Minutes - October 9, 2024 Open, October 23, 2024 Committee of the Whole, Open, November 7, 2024 Special Meeting with IASB, Open and Closed and Approval to Destroy Recordings of Closed Sessions Prior to June 2023 As Allowable by Law

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board approve the minutes of October 9, 2024 Open, October 23, 2024 Committee of the Whole, Open, November 7, 2024 Special Meeting with IASB, Open and Closed and approve the destruction of recordings of Closed Sessions Prior to June 2023 as allowable by law.

9. Approval of Personnel Report to include Employment, Resignation, Retirement and Leave of Absence of Administrative, Certified, Classified and Non-Union staff

Summary:

The candidates presented on the attached Personnel Report have been screened and are determined to be the best qualified consistent with budget and staffing requirements.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Personnel Report as presented.

Policy Posting Consent Agenda*

1. Approval to Post Revised Policy 2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure for Public Review and Comment

Recommendation:

It is recommended that revised policy 2:260 be posted for public review and comment.

Policy Approval Consent Agenda

1. Approval of Revised Policy 5:100 Staff Development Program

Recommendation:

It is recommended that revised policy 5:100 be approved as presented.

2. Approval of Revised Policy 7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited

Recommendation:

It is recommended that revised policy 7:20 be approved as presented.

3. Approval of Revised Policy 7:185 Teen Dating Violence Prohibited

Recommendation:

It is recommended that revised policy 7:185 be approved as presented.

Items

1. Approval of Resolution and Final Contract for Guaranteed Energy Savings with Performance Services, Inc. for Summer 2025 work

Summary:

Staff and the BOE Facilities Committee reviewed the scope of work in the proposal and determined that projects at Bower Elementary, Emerson Elementary, Hawthorne Elementary, Johnson Elementary, Wheaton North High School and Wheaton Warrenville South High Schools are to be included in the summer of 2025 Sherman Dergis capital allocation. The total cost for all projects is $2,326,212. Attached to this report is the Fourth Amendment to the Installation Contract with PSI, a Resolution to enter into a Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract with PSI, the Improvement List for the projects, and the Open Book Pricing breakdown for all of the work. These projects will qualify for Com Ed/Nicor Rebates, estimated to be in the amount of $28,000. In addition, the projects would provide for energy savings, estimated at $50,300 per year.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Resolution and the Fourth Amendment to the Installation Contract in the amount of $2,326,212 with Performance Services, Inc.

2. Approval to Post Proposed 25-26 and 26-27 School Calendars

Summary:

Balancing school calendar requirements with community, staff, and student feedback, the district calendar committee has created calendar proposals for the 25-26 and 26-27 school year.

Recommendation:

Calendars to be posted.

Oral Reports

1. 2024 Proposed Property Tax Levy

Summary:

Annually, the Board of Education reviews a levy proposal prepared by the Administration. The 2024 proposed tax levy was previously discussed with the Board Finance Committee on November 7, 2024. The proposed tax levy, which provides for less than a 5% increase, will be presented. Based on the proposed tax levy being less than 5% over the prior extended levy, no Truth in Taxation Public Hearing will be required.

Recommendation:

No is to be taken in November

2. Safety Web Page/Impact of District Safety Committee

Discussion Items

1. Discussion of IASB Resolutions and Direction for Delegate Voting

Summary:

Board members received the resolutions at the October meeting and identified those resolutions for consideration which needed additional rmation prior to discussion The Board will discuss the resolutions which will be voted on at the 2024 Delegate Assembly meeting on November 23, 2024.

Board Committee Reports

1. Board Facilities Committee

Summary:

The Board Facilities Committee met on November 6, 2024. The meeting notes will be attached prior to the Board meeting.

2. Board Finance Committee

Summary:

The Board Finance Committee met on November 7, 2024. The meeting notes will be attached prior to the Board meeting.

3. Board Human Resources (HR)/Policy Committee

Summary:

The Board Human Resources/Policy Committee met on November 4, 2024. The meeting notes are attached.

Reports From Board Members

1. Other Reports from Board Members

Written Reports

1. Monthly Financial Reports

Recommendation:

rmational report only - no recommendation needed.

2. FOIA Report

3. Board Communication Log

4. Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Report

Summary:

The agenda and minutes from the September 18, 2024 CAC meeting are attached.

Topics For Future Discussion

1. 2024 Tax Levy Approval

Summary:

The 2024 Final Tax Levy will be submitted to the BOE for consideration and approval in December 2024.

2. Fiscal Year 2024 Audit

Summary:

The Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Financial Report (AFR) will be presented to the Board of Education in December 2024

Next Regular Meeting

1. December 11, 2024 - Edison Middle School 7:00 PM

Announcements

1. December 7, 2024 - Coffee with the Board, 9:00 AM, SSC

Closed Session

1. Pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(2) and (9) (continued in summary)

Summary:

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 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(2) and Student disciplinary cases 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(9)

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board adjourn to Closed Session for the purpose of discussing 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 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(2) and Student disciplinary cases 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(9). is expected following the closed session.

Reconvene in Open Session

1. Reconvene in Open Session

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board reconvene in Open Session.

on Closed Session Items

1. on Student Discipline Appeal for Student S2024-25-01

Summary:

The Board, in Closed Session, will review rmation regarding the appeal of disciplinary against a student.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board take on the student discipline appeal for student S2024-25-01 after deliberation.

2. on Student Discipline Appeal for Student S2024-25-02

Summary:

The Board, in Closed Session, will review rmation regarding the appeal of disciplinary against a student.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Board take on the student discipline appeal for student S2024-25-02 after deliberation.

Adjournment

1. Adjourn the Meeting

Recommendation: There being no further business to come before the Board, it is recommended that the Board adjourn the meeting.

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