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LOCATION:
Board Room
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DETAILS:
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CALL TO ORDER at 5:30 p.m
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THE BOARD WILL MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION at 5:30 p.m. to discuss
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Student Discipline and Other Matters Concerning Individual Students – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(9,10)
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The Appointment, Employment, or Dismissal of Employees – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1)
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Pending and Imminent Litigation – 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11)
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3.1
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Pledge of Allegiance
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Summary:
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
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PRESENTATIONS TO THE BOARD
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CONSENT ACTION ITEMS
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Action
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11.1
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Approval of Consent Action Items
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Action
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Summary:
Approval of consent action items as listed in the agenda.
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Resolution:
The Superintendent recommends approval of the consent action items 11.2 through 11.6 as described in the corresponding resolutions.
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11.2
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Approval of the Minutes of the Executive Session and the Regular Meeting of April 8, 2024
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Resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of Education of Springfield School District 186 reviews the minutes of the regular session and the executive session of the previous Board Meetings; and
WHEREAS, copies of these sets of minutes were distributed to the Board in the board packet prior to this meeting;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the aforementioned set of regular session and executive session minutes and directs the Secretary to include them in the official records of the Board of Education meetings.
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11.6
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Approval of a Resolution Regarding Adoption of Textbooks and Materials for Elementary and Middle School Literacy Intervention (Tier 2 and 3)
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Summary:
Since the Fall of 2023, the Student Support Services Curriculum Team has been researching and reviewing student and teacher needs to find curriculum options to address needs in tier 2 and 3 literacy instruction. Teachers and literacy leaders from elementary and middle school levels of special and general education were a part of this work. We recommend the following literacy intervention materials, training/coaching, and digital licensures for purchase to be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year:
– Elementary - 95% Group
– Middle School - Really Great Reading
Cost: $2,614,805
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Funding:
ESSER
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Resolution:
WHEREAS, the Springfield Public Schools Curriculum Council has heard the presentations from representatives of Student Support Services and recommended the adoption of textbooks and materials for the following:
Elementary and Middle School Literacy Intervention (Tier 2 and 3);
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the literacy intervention curriculum adoptions recommended by the Curriculum Council to be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year and to be purchased with ESSER funds.
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ROLL CALL ACTION ITEMS
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12.2
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Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023
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Resolution:
The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Illinois Compiled Statutes, Chapter 105, Article 5, Section 2-3.17a require the completion of an annual financial audit by all school districts; and
WHEREAS, the accounting firm of Wipfli, LLP, has conducted such an audit in accordance with all prescribed statutory requirements, rules, regulations, and/or standards; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has received and reviewed said audit from, Wipfli, LLP;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education accepts the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (audit) for Fiscal Year 2023 as presented.
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12.3
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Approval of a Resolution Regarding the Renewal Proposal for Medical Insurance
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Resolution:
The Insurance Committee recommends adoption of the following resolution:
WHEREAS, on June 1, 1999, the District converted to a self-funded insurance program; and
WHEREAS, the District’s Insurance Consultant, district staff and the District's Insurance Committee have reviewed and analyzed the group medical insurance renewal from CIGNA, the District’s insurance carrier;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board hereby approves and accepts the CIGNA self-funded renewal recommendation for the contractual year beginning June 1, 2024, and ending May 31, 2025.
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12.4
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Approval of a Resolution Regarding Employee Paid Dental Insurance
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Resolution:
WHEREAS, the District Insurance Committee, composed of representatives of the District's various employee groups, and Benefit Consultant, have reviewed the renewal proposals and market quotes for employee paid Dental Insurance; and
WHEREAS, after thoughtful discussions and considerations, the Insurance Committee recommended to the Superintendent approval of the Guardian proposal;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education accepts the proposal of Guardian for employee paid Dental Insurance effective for a one-year period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025
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12.5
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Approval of a Resolution Regarding Employee Paid Vision Insurance
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Resolution:
WHEREAS, the District 186 Insurance Committee, composed of representatives of the District’s various employee groups, and Benefits Consultant have reviewed the renewal proposal for employee paid Vision Insurance; and
WHEREAS, after thoughtful discussion, the Insurance Committee recommends approval of the Principal proposal;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education accepts the proposal for employee paid Vision Insurance effective for a one-year period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025.
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12.6
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Approval of a Change Order for Southeast High School
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Action
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Summary:
Southeast High School – Restroom renovations
Change order: Provide 3 station wash fountains in lieu of 2 station wash fountains.
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Funding:
Health/Life Safety
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Resolution:
The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of Education has previously approved a Bid from below listed contractors for locations listed below; and
WHEREAS, the Architect for such project has recommended approval of a change order which complies with the applicable provisions of Chapters 122 and 38 of the Illinois Revised Statutes; and
WHEREAS, sufficient funds exist to provide payment for the additional requested change in this contract;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the following Change Order and directs the Superintendent to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the Board.
Location: Southeast High School
Change Order: #1
Amount: $19,673.35
Contractor: Johnco Construction
Scope of Work: Provide 3 station wash fountains in lieu of 2 station wash fountains. Work includes 8 restrooms.
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12.7
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Approval of a Resolution Authorizing Litigation Against Social Media Companies
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Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education approves the attached resolution that authorizes the law firm of WAGSTAFF & CARTMELL, LLP to initiate litigation and file suit against any appropriate parties to seek compensation to the district for damages suffered by the district and its students as a result of the development, operation, and marketing of social media platforms, and to seek any other appropriate relief.
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ROLL CALL ACTION ITEMS
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14.1
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Nominations for President of the Board of Education
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Action
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Summary:
The Superintendent will accept nominations for president.
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Resolution:
That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board President for a one-year term.
New president assumes duties of presiding officer.
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14.3
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Nominations for Secretary
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Action
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Summary:
The President will accept nominations for Secretary.
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Resolution:
That the Board of Education nominate and elect a Board Secretary.
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14.4
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Nominations for Assistant Secretary
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Action
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Summary:
The President will accept nominations for Assistant Secretary.
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Resolution:
That the Board of Education nominate and elect an Assistant Board Secretary.
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14.5
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Appointment of Treasurer
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Resolution:
The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that Mr. Steven Miller be appointed Treasurer to the Board of Education.
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14.6
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Adoption of Board Policies and Code of Conduct
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Resolution:
The Superintendent recommends adoption of the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Board re-adopt Board Policies as currently in effect, that the Board observe Roberts’ Rules of Order, Revised, except as otherwise provided by Board Policies or statute, that Roll Calls be made on a rotating basis and that the Board shall adhere to the attached Code of Conduct.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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15.2
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Upcoming District Events
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Summary:
April 25 – Kindergarten Night
May 24 – Last Day of School - Regular Calendar
June 5 – Last Day of School - Balanced Calendar
June 1 – Graduation
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