regular meeting of the board of education tuesday, october 20, 2015 6:30 pm closed session

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

Tuesday, October 20, 2015 6:30 p.m. Closed Session

Maier Administration Center Conference Room 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting

Maier Administration Center Board Room Visitors, please sign in

AGENDA

1. Roll Call (6:30 p.m.) 2. Closed Session

It is recommended that the Board move into closed session to consider information regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine its validity; 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; and litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent, in which case the basis for the finding shall be recorded and entered into the minutes of the closed meeting.

3. Recall to order of Open Session (7:30 p.m.) 4. Pledge of Allegiance/Student Recognition 5. Changes/Deletions to the Agenda 6. Staff Recognition 7. Statements from Visitors

The President will recognize members of the audience who wish to make a brief statement to the Board regarding any items listed on the agenda. The Board will take all statements under advisement without discussion.

INFORMATION ITEMS 8. Communications

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9. FOIA Requests 10. Board Committee Reports

10.1 Niles Township District for Special Education #807 10.2 Village of Skokie 10.3 ED-RED 10.4 Subcommittee Reports

11. Strategic Plan: Multi-Year Implementation Plan 12. Administrator Reports

12.1 School and District Updates

12.2 After School Clubs 12.3 Advanced Learning Program (ALP) Team

13. 2015 Tax Levy

14. New Business

15. Old Business

ACTION ITEMS 16. Consent Agenda

It is recommended that the consent agenda for October 20, 2015 be approved as listed.

16.1 Approval of Minutes

16.11 Classrooms First Steering Committee Meeting – September 9, 2015 16.12 Facilities and Finance Subcommittee Meeting – September 15, 2015 16.13 Regular Minutes – September 15, 2015 16.14 Closed Session – September 15, 2015 16.15 Committee of the Whole Board of Education Meeting – October 6, 2015

16.2 Payment of Bills dated September 30, 2015 in the amount of $391,308.38 16.3 Personnel

16.31 Resignation

16.311 Resignation of Ms. Melissa Brenner, Instructional Aide at Edison School, effective October 23, 2015

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16.312 Resignation of Ms. Samah Aleshaq, Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School, effective October 19, 2015

16.32 Employment

15.321 Employment of Ms. Helen Kattan, ELL Aide at Lincoln School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

15.322 Employment of Ms. Hind Shabu, Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at

Madison School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

15.323 Employment of Ms. Antwionne Watson, Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at

Edison School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

15.324 Employment of Ms. Patty Fabian, .56 School Secretary at Edison School

for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

16.4 Facility Use Agreement

16.41 Agreement dated October 8, 2015 submitted by the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago

for Troop Meetings for the use of the multi-purpose room at Edison School every other Wednesday from October 2015 through June 2016 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

16.42 Agreement dated August 31, 2015 submitted by the Girl Scouts of Greater

Chicago and Northwest Indiana for Troop Meetings for the use of a classroom at Madison School every other Monday from October 2015 through June 2016 from 4:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

16.43 Agreement dated September 24, 2015 submitted by the Girl Scouts Troop 45218

for Troop Meetings for the use of a classroom at Madison School on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from October 2015 through June 2016 from 3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

16.44 Agreement dated September 8, 2015 submitted by the Girl Scouts of America for

Daisy Meetings for the use of a classroom at Madison School every other Tuesday from October 2015 through June 2016 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

16.45 Agreement dated August 15, 2015 submitted by the Skokie Park District for Teen

Summer on Broadway for the use of the Theatre Room and 1 classroom at Lincoln Junior High School from June 13 thru August 5, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

16.46 Agreement dated August 15, 2015 submitted by the Skokie Park District for Circus

Camp for the use of the gym and cafeteria at Lincoln Junior High School from June 13 thru August 5, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

17. Comments from Visitors

The President will recognize members of the audience who wish to make comments to the Board regarding any topics related to School or District business. The Board will take all comments under advisement without discussion. If a member of the public raises an issue or concern that requires follow-up, the Board President or Superintendent will do so in a timely manner.

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18. Future Meeting Dates

18.1 North Cook Fall Dinner Meeting – October 21, 2015 - 5:45 p.m. – Wyndham Suites, Glenview

18.2 Regular Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, November 17, 2015 – 7:30 p.m. – Maier

Administration Center Board Room 18.3 Classrooms First Subcommittee Meeting – Wednesday, November 18, 2015 – 6:00 p.m. –

D219 Administrative Office Building, 7700 Gross Point Road Skokie, Illinois 60077 18.4 IASB/ IASA/ IASBO Joint Conference – November 20-22, 2015 – Hyatt Regency Chicago,

Sheraton Chicago and Swissotel Chicago

19. Closed Session

It is recommended that the Board move into closed session to consider information regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine its validity; 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; and litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent, in which case the basis for the finding shall be recorded and entered into the minutes of the closed meeting.

20. Adjournment

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Individuals requiring special accommodations should contact the administrative assistant to the Superintendent, Skokie-Morton Grove 69, at 847-675-7666 at least three hours prior to the meeting to allow for accommodations to be made. As a limited public forum and pursuant to Board policy, persons wishing to address the Board during public comment times must speak to the whole Board regarding school or district issues. Each individual is limited to five minutes during each public comment section. The Board welcomes public input at the designated time during board meeting. It is important, however, to remember that school board meetings are meeting of the board held in public.

Niles Township District for Special Education Board Brief September 10, 2015

Open Public Hearing: At 7:00 P.M., the Governing Board opened the meeting with a public hearing

regarding the NTDSE FY16 Budget. Hearing no comments from the public, the open public meeting closed at 7:01 P.M. and the Governing Board began the regular meeting at 7:02 P.M.

Roll Call/Call to Order: Governing Board President Chao called the meeting to order at 7:02 P.M. Pledge of Allegiance: The Governing Board recited the Pledge. Audience to Visitor: None Changes/Deletions to the Agenda: Member Chao stated that there was a revised Consent Agenda in Board

members’ folders. Welcome New Staff: New staff was introduced by their administrator. New staff included Bill Oline,

Teacher; Elizabeth Browne, Speech Pathologist; Tom Mikolajczyk, Adapted P.E. Teacher; Brittany Bromir, Early Childhood Teacher and Jennifer Miller, Teacher.

Approval of Consent Agenda: Minutes of the: Open Session of August 13, 2015 Closed Session of August 13, 2015

Personnel Emily Jimenez, Paraprofessional, effective August 24, 2015 Kirsten Safely, Paraprofessional, effective August 24, 2015 Sandra Stagg, Paraprofessional, effective August 24, 2015 Resignation Allison Backer, Social Worker (Temporary), effective August 26, 2015 Marcus Holleran, Building Engineer, effective September 23, 2015 Leave of Absence Alison Schwarz, Speech Therapist, effective October 5, 2015 Joyce Teleback, Paraprofessional, effective August 24, 2015

Accounts Payable effective September 10, 2015 Total…………………………………….………$456,448.51

Niles Township District for Special Education Board Brief September 10, 2015 Page 2 Executive Director’s Report: Mrs. Kendrick gave a staff update. Mrs. Kendrick announced that the Niles

Township Clothing Closet received a large clothing donation and is in need of volunteers to sort the clothing. Mrs. Kendrick gave the Supervisor’s Report that included Professional Development for the month of September. Mrs. Kendrick stated that Opening Day at Molloy was dynamic. Mrs. Perry gave an update on the activities at Molloy. Mrs. Hartranft gave a report on the activities in the satellite schools.

Board Committee Reports: Finance/Facilities Report:

Ms. Gavin stated that the Committee reviewed accounts payable. Ms. Gavin stated that transportation for the start of the school year is running smoothly. Ms. Gavin informed the Board that the HVAC retrofit work at Molloy is complete. She stated that sections of the new roof needed some modifications. Ms. Gavin gave an update on the 2nd phase of the Molloy playground construction. Ms. Gavin stated that the NTDSE FY16 budget is included for Board consideration.

Policy Report: Policies were included in the Board packet under Old Business for the second reading.

Closed Session: The Governing Board entered into closed session for the purpose of the

discussion of collective bargaining and personnel at 7:12 P.M. The Governing Board reconvened into open session at 7:39 P.M.

New Business: The Governing Board approved the Collective Bargaining Agreement between

NTDSE and NTFSEP, with a language clarification. The Governing Board approved the revised school calendar of the NTDSE for the regular term of the 2015-2016 school year.

Old Business: The Governing Board approved the NTDSE budgets of revenues and

expenditures for the 2015-2016 school year. The Governing Board approved the new and amended NTDSE Board policies as reflected on the PRESS Response form for May, 2015.

Communications: Mrs. Kendrick reviewed the enrollment data included in the Board packet. Mrs.

Kendrick stated that Molloy’s Open House is scheduled for September 17, 2015 and will be held in conjunction with the Scholastic Book Fair.

Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 P. M.

Calendar Notes: September 17, 2015 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.

Molloy's Open House

September 17, 2015 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Middle School Night

Skokie Public Library

September 28, 2015

Early Release - 1:50 P.M. Dismissal

October 8, 2015 6:00 P.M.

Finance/Facilities Meeting

7:00 P.M.

Governing Board Meeting

Julia Molloy Education Center

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October 5, 2015

State Budget Impasse, Chicago Budget Proposal, Crystal Lake “Bleacher” Case, Student Discipline, 2015/2016 Fall Programming Survey, ED-RED 2015 Fall/2016 Winter ED-RED Meetings

State Budget Impasse

It is now three months past the statutory deadline for passing the State’s current fiscal year’s budget and the State of Illinois continues to operate without a formal FY16 budget agreement. However, 90% of the State budget is currently being paid, either through the enactment of HB 3673/PA 99-0433, (GSA for school districts), mandated federal and state court decrees (Medicaid bills, state employee salaries, judicial salaries), and continuing appropriations (bond and pension payments and legislative salaries). The remaining 10% of the budget not currently being paid, is having a direct impact on early childhood programs and after school support services for school aged children. The impasse continues to be fueled by Governor Rauner’s refusal to sign the unbalanced budget put forth by the Democratic caucus and his continued effort to require that components of his Illinois Turnaround Agenda (i.e. a property tax freeze, and collective bargaining reforms) be attached to any budget proposals. In an Administration communication sent recently, which can be read here, Governor Rauner urged all members of the legislature to either support his agenda or encourage their Democratic legislative leaders to introduce and approve a partisan caucus tax increase to close the pending budget deficit .

Both chambers are scheduled to return to session on October 20. Any current legislative proposal requires a 3/5 super-majority vote prior to December 31 and a simple majority vote of 50 % + 1 vote after January 1, 2016. Current estimates of a budget resolution range from January 2016, to as late as November 2016, following the 2016 General Election. ED-RED will continue to monitor these negotiations and will provide updates as they become available. I encourage you to contact me at [email protected] if you have questions about pending legislation or our advocacy work.

Chicago FY16 Budget Proposal

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Last week, Mayor Rahm Emanuel laid out his proposed FY16 budget before the Chicago City Council, which included a massive property tax increase and additional fees for city residents to close its own current budget gap. With the City facing a potential budget shortfall of nearly $745 million, Mayor Emanuel detailed a proposal for a per-ride surcharge on taxi and ride-sharing services and a monthly $9.50 household garbage fee, currently free to all residents, which would bring in an estimated $111.2 million. The bulk of the shortfall, however, would come from increased in property taxes, which would bring in an estimated $543 million over the next four years. As part of the Mayor’s property tax increase plan, he has stated that he would like to exempt residents whose home value is equal or less than $250,000. To accomplish this , the Illinois General Assembly would need to approve legislation allowing the exemption and Governor Rauner would need to sign it into law in an expedited manner, as the Chicago City Council is anticipated to vote on the Mayor’s proposed budget later this month.

This request comes at the same time as a myriad of requests from CPS that range from moving their employer pension costs from the district to the State, allowing the district to access a .26% tax on all real property to cover the districts’ pension liabilities, extending their pension amortization schedule by four years, to asking the Illinois General Assembly for financial assistance to cover their own looming $480 million budget deficit.

Crystal Lake “Bleacher” Case

On September 24, the Illinois Supreme Court delivered a unanimous decision in favor of the City of Crystal Lake, a home-rule municipality, and upheld a recent appellate court’s ruling in interpreting current law, that Community High School District 155’s newly erected bleachers are subject to the City’s zoning and storm water ordinances. The initial lawsuit was filed back in 2013, when Community High School District 155 replaced a smaller set of athletic stands with 50-foot high stadium bleachers. The lawsuit brought against the district claimed that the bleachers were not in compliance with the local zoning ordinance in Crystal Lake. The school district argued that construction of the bleachers only required approval by the local Regional Office of Education, which had been obtained, and was not subject to the local zoning ordinance.

Over the summer, ED-RED heard from several member districts that have experienced problems with their local municipalities over school construction projects. It is important to note that the Supreme Court ruling emphasized that the General Assembly can limit or exempt a municipalities zoning powers over a school district. However, the Court’s interpretation of current law led to the conclusion that the legislature’s intent was to subject school districts to local zoning ordinances. Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling, the issue that remains unresolved is what process should be in place legislatively when school district construction projects conflict with local zoning ordinances.

Earlier this spring, Senator Pamela Althoff attempted to address that very issue with the introduction of SB36, which would require school districts to comply with all municipal ordinances and resolutions. Given the recent ruling, which accomplishes what SB36 originally sought to address, it is unclear whether SB36 sponsors Senator Althoff and House sponsor, Representative Jack Franks will continue to pursue this issue. ED-RED is committed to working with the SB36 sponsors if they remain interested in this issue, as well as other legislators and stakeholders affected by this ruling. ED-RED believes it is critical that school districts and municipalities work collaboratively on a bill this session that strikes a better balance between a School District’s ability to construct facilities that provide a diverse offering of educational experiences (athletics, auditoriums, science labs, pools,

performing arts centers, playgrounds, etc.) and a local municipality’s interest in notice of those construction plans, as well as an opportunity to offer feedback and insight regarding the impact of those plans on the surrounding properties and community as a whole.

Student Discipline – SB 100

As the 2015-2016 school year kicked off, Governor Bruce Rauner signed into law SB 100/PA 99-0456, a bill that ED-RED and other stakeholders have negotiated for almost two years, which brings sweeping change to Illinois’ public and charter school discipline policies.

The new law takes effect on September 15, 2016, allowing districts a full school year to ensure that their district policies, student handbooks and codes of conduct comply with the new law. This law includes provisions such as eliminating zero tolerance policies, encouraging districts to sign intergovernmental agreements with law enforcement, limits the use of suspensions and expulsions, and requires school boards to implement new policies prior to the upcoming school year. To learn more about the new changes, check out the attached document, which compares SB100 to current law.

Programming Survey/Fall-Winter ED-RED Meeting Schedule

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*Next Meeting*

ED-RED Member Meeting

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

4:30-6:30 pm

Maine South High School - Board Room

Program: Legislative 101: Illinois’ Legislative and Budgetary Process

Presented by ED-RED Staff

Calling all new administrators and new school board members! Are you interested in learning more about Illinois’ legislative and budgetary process? Want to know more about ED-RED’s resources available to you and your districts? This event is open to all ED-RED members.

Please RSVP your attendance to Caryn Valadez at [email protected].

Dinner will be provided.

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Current Law and SB100 (Formerly SB3004)/Public Act 099-0456 Side-by-Side Comparison

EFFECTIVE DATE/DEADLINE FOR ADOPTING PUPIL DISCIPLINE POLICIES THAT FULFILL THE

NEW REQUIREMENTS: SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

NOTE: This Side-by-Side comparison does not address additional notice and hearing requirements that

may be required for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or students being screened for

special education services, as SB100/Public Act 099-0456 did not modify state or federal law as it

relates to those additional notice and hearing requirements.

Current Law SB100/Public Act 099-0456 1. Opportunity to Earn Academic Credit during

Out of School Suspension

No requirement that districts allow suspended

students (including those suspended from the bus only, but do not have alternate

transportation to school) to earn equivalent

academic credit while serving their out of school

suspension

School Districts must create a policy by which

suspended pupils, including those pupils suspended from the bus only but do not have

alternate transportation to school, shall have the

opportunity to make up work for equivalent

academic credit. For bus only suspensions, it shall be the responsibility of the parent/guardian

to notify school officials that a student

suspended from the school bus does not have alternate transportation to school.

2. Charter Schools and Discipline Policies

Student discipline policies do not apply to the

governing body of charter schools.

Student discipline policies now apply to public

school boards and the governing bodies of charter schools.

3. Annual Review of Discipline Policies

Districts are encouraged to annually review their

pupil discipline policies, the implementation of those policies, and any other factors related to

the safety of their schools, pupils, and staff.

Districts must annually review their pupil

discipline policies, the implementation of those policies, and any other factors related to the

safety of their schools, pupils, and staff.

4. Zero Tolerance

Districts may adopt Zero Tolerance Policies

Except as required by federal law and the School Code, school boards may not institute zero

tolerance policies by which students must be

suspended or expelled for certain behaviors.

5. Exclusionary Discipline (Out of School Suspensions and Expulsions)

a. Use of Exclusionary Discipline

School Code silent on recommended use

of exclusionary discipline measures

b. Conduct that may lead to a Student’s Out-of-School Suspension or Expulsion

Out of School Suspensions

“Guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct, or to suspend pupil guilty of

gross disobedience or misconduct on the

school bus from riding the school bus”

Expulsions

“Guilty of gross disobedience or

misconduct, including gross disobedience or misconduct perpetuated

by electronic means”

School Code includes a statement that “[a]mong

the many possible disciplinary interventions and

consequences available to school officials, school exclusions, such as out-of-school suspensions

and expulsions are the most serious. School

Officials shall limit the number and duration of expulsions and suspensions to the greatest

extent practicable, and it is recommended that

that they use them only for legitimate

educational purposes. To ensure that students are not excluded from school unnecessarily, it is

recommended that school officials consider

forms of non-exclusionary discipline prior to utilizing out-of-school suspensions or

expulsions.”

Out of School Suspensions of Three (3) Days or Less

a. “Guilty of gross disobedience or

misconduct, or to suspend pupil guilty of

gross disobedience or misconduct on the school bus from riding the school bus”;

and

b. Student’s continuing presence in school would pose: 1) a threat to school safety;

or 2) a disruption to other students’

learning opportunities.

NOTE: “Threat to school safety or a

disruption to other students’ learning

opportunities” shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Board or its

designee.

Out of School Suspensions of Longer than Three (3) days, Expulsions and disciplinary removals to

alternative schools:

a. Student has committed an act of gross

disobedience or misconduct, including gross disobedience or misconduct perpetuated by

electronic means;

b. Other appropriate behavioral and disciplinary interventions have been exhausted; and

c. Requirement of that School Officials

Resolve Threats and Minimize

Exclusionary Discipline

School Code silent on resolving threats,

minimizing disruptions, and minimizing

exclusionary discipline measures.

d. Conduct that shall lead to a Student’s

Expulsion

School Code requires that Districts Shall

Expel for a Period not less than One (1)

Year:

When a student brings one of the following objects to school, any school-

sponsored activity or event, or any

activity or event that bears a reasonable relationship to school:

(1) Firearm

(2) Knife brass knuckles, or other

knuckle weapon regardless of its composition, a billy club or any other

object if used or attempted to be used to

cause bodily harms, including “look

alikes” of a firearm.

NOTE – the expulsion period may be modified

by the Board on a case-by-case basis.

c. The student’s continuing presence in school would either: 1) pose a threat to the safety of

other students, staff, or members of the

school community; or 2) substantially disrupt,

impede or interfere with the operation of the school.

NOTE: “Threat to the safety of other

students, staff, or members of the school community”, “substantially disrupt, impede,

or interfere with the operation of the

school”, and whether “appropriate and

available behavioral and disciplinary interventions have been exhausted” shall be

determined on a case-by-case basis by school

officials.

School officials shall make all reasonable efforts to resolve such threats [referenced above in 3.b],

address such disruptions [referenced above in

3.b] and minimize the length of student exclusions to the greatest extent practicable.

No changes under School Code to standard for when Districts Shall Expel for a Period not Less

than One (1) Year

6. Written Suspension/Expulsion Decision

Under Section 10-22.6 of the School Code,

written suspension decision must:

a) Include a full statement of the reasons for such suspension and a notice of

parent or guardian’s right to a review.

NOTE: See Section 10-22.6 of the School Code

for requirements of written notice of Expulsion

hearing (no change has been made to those notice requirements).

Under Section 10-22.6 of the School Code, a

written Expulsion/Suspension decision must be

issued and include certain information.

When a student is suspended, the written

suspension decision shall:

a) Include a full statement of the reasons for such suspension and a notice of parents

or guardians’ right to a review;

b) Detail the specific act of gross

disobedience or misconduct resulting in the decision to suspend the student; and

c) A rationale as to the specific duration of

the suspension.

When the Board takes action to expel a student,

the decision shall:

a) Detail the specific reasons why removing the pupil from the learning environment

is in the best interest of the school; and

b) include rationale as to the specific duration of the expulsion.

Additionally, for suspensions of longer than three

(3) days, expulsions and disciplinary removals to alternative schools, the written decision must

also include:

c) Whether other behavioral and disciplinary interventions were

attempted or whether it was determined

that there were no other appropriate

and/or available interventions.

Additionally, for suspensions of longer than four

(4) days, the written decision must also include:

d) Whether appropriate and available support services will be provided to

student during the period of suspension

or whether the district determined that there are no other appropriate and

available services.

Additional Requirements not Currently Addressed in the School Code

1) Role of Law Enforcement in Schools

School districts are encouraged to create

memoranda of understanding with local law enforcement agencies that clearly define law

enforcement’s role in schools.

2) Services to be Provided to Students Suspended Out of School for Longer than

Four (4) days or Expelled

Students suspended for longer than 4 days shall be provided appropriate and available

support services during the period of their

suspension. Whether services are appropriate

and available shall be determined by school authorities.

Students expelled may be referred to available

and appropriate support services.

3) Policy for Re-engagement of Students

School Districts shall create a policy to facilitate

the re-engagement of students returning to school from out-of-school suspensions,

expulsions or Alternative school Settings.

4) Professional Development

School Districts shall make reasonable efforts to provide ongoing professional development to

teachers, administrators, board members, school

resource officers, and staff on the adverse consequences of school exclusion and justice-

system involvement, effective classroom

management strategies, culturally responsive

discipline, and developmentally appropriate disciplinary methods that promote positive and

healthy school climates.

5) Prohibition from Advising and Encouraging Students to Drop-Out

School officials shall not advise or encourage

students to drop out due to behavioral or

academic difficulties.

6) Monetary Fines and Fees

A student may not be issued a monetary fine or

fee as a disciplinary consequence, though may be

required to provide restitution for lost, stolen or damaged property.

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Friday, October 2 12:00-‐2:00 p.m.

7th Annual Fall Kick Off Luncheon (Registration Open) Café Le Cave Restaurant, 2777 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines Program: The Future of Education Funding Reform Guests: Illinois State Senator Jason Barickman (IL-‐53rd District) Illinois Representative Laura Fine (IL-‐17th District) Illinois Representative William Davis (IL-‐30th District) -‐ Invited

Tuesday, October 13 4:30 -‐ 6:30 p.m. (Dinner included)

ED-‐RED Member Meeting (RSVP required to caryn@ed-‐red.org) Program: Legislative 101: An introduction to Illinois’ Legislative/Budget Process Presented by ED-‐RED Staff

Friday, November 6 1:30-‐3:00 p.m.

Joint Meeting: ED-‐RED and Northwest Suburban School Business Officials Program: CPS’ Financial Status: Impact on Suburban Districts Guests: Ralph Martire, Executive Director, CTBA Bobby Otter, Budget Director, CTBA

Friday, December 4 1:30-‐3:00 p.m.

Finance-‐Legislation Meeting Program: The Role of the Illinois’ Education Secretary in the Legislative/Budget Process. Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Purvis, Secretary of Education, Office of Governor Bruce Rauner

Friday, January 8 1:30-‐3:00 p.m.

Finance-‐Legislation Meeting Program: Spring Session Preview/Federal Policy Update Guests: Harry Rossi, Co-‐Founder, FED ED

Monday, January 25

45th Annual ED-‐RED Legislative Dinner Chicago Marriott O’Hare Hotel, 8535 West Higgins Road in Chicago Pre-‐Dinner Workshops: 4:00-‐5:30 p.m. Legislative Dinner: 5:30-‐8:00 p.m. Registration information will be sent to our membership this fall.

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ED-RED Fall 2015/Winter 2016 Program Schedule

1 September 9, 2015

For Board of Education Review and Approval on September 15, 2015

SCHOOL DISTRICT 69 Skokie, Illinois 60077

September 9, 2015

CLASSROOMS FIRST STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION The special meeting of the Board of Education, School District 69, Cook County, Illinois, was called to order in the Maier Administration Center Board Room, 5050 Madison Street, Skokie, Illinois, on September 15, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. by Mrs. Terri Lefler, President.

ROLL CALL The following members of the Board responded present to the Secretary's call of the roll: Mrs. Terri Lefler Board President Dr. Mark Chao Member Attendance at Regular Meeting Also present were: Dr. Margaret Clauson, Superintendent; Dr. Anne Roloff, District 219 Interim Superintendent; Ms. Ruth Klint, District 219 Board Member; Dr. Beth Flores, District 67 Superintendent; Ms. Nada Ardeleanu, Dr. Ashwini Kumar, District 219 Board Members; Mrs. Ramina Shiba, Ms. Therese Block, Ms. Mary Ogrodowski, staff; and Mr. Eric Poders, The NSV. Changes/Deletions to the Agenda There were none. Statements from Visitors Mr. Poders is happy District 67 joined the CFC and thinks the next District should be 73.5. He thinks it would be a good idea to go to another small district before going to a bigger district. Welcome and Introductions Board members and superintendents from each District were introduced. District 67 Dr. Beth Flores Ms. Nada Ardeleanu, Board Member Dr. Ashwini Kumar, Board Member District 69 Dr. Margaret Clauson Dr. Mark Chao, Board Member Mrs. Terri Lefler, Board Member District 219 Dr. Anne Roloff Ms. Ruth Klint, Board Member Mr. Brian Novak, Board Member (not in attendance)

2 September 9, 2015

Annual Report Timeline Update 1. First draft Annual Report - September 9, 2015 2. Final Annual Report will be given to full boards in November 3. Once approved, the report will be published to the cr1 website. 4. FY 2017 budget will be developed in Spring 2016 based on all District’s needs. Final (Unaudited) Report to Steering Committee in November Dr. Roloff shared the Annual Report draft with the steering committee members. The report includes financial information, CFC highlights, etc. Dr. Roloff said sections from the Annual Report will be included in District 219’s newsletter. The Annual Report includes CFC information for Districts 67, 69 and 219 as a whole. Mrs. Lefler asked that there be differentiation between the work that was and is being done in District 69 considering District 67 recently joined CFC. CFC Dates for 2015-2016 6:00 pm meeting time Date Location

September 9, 2015 (First draft Annual Report) D69

November 11, 2015 (Final Annual Report approved) D219

January 13, 2016 D67

March 2, 2016 (note date change) D69

May 11, 2016 D219 Report from District 67 Dr. Flores reported that District 67 signed the Classrooms First Agreement in August and have already had several meetings with the CFC Administrators. District 67’s focus is on technology this year, beginning with hiring a Technology Facilitator. The Technology Facilitator will focus on Mastery Manager, Infinite Campus, etc. The teachers are excited to take part in the opportunity and have identified three STEM leaders. Report from District 69 Dr. Clauson reported that we are seeing a lot of results from the work that was done last year. New math materials, schedules and infrastructures are currently being implemented. Dr. Clauson said the administrator team is exploring co-curricular and extracurricular programs. K-5 will likely start this year while grades 6-8 might start next year. In the meantime, the District continues to offer a lot of professional development to teachers and administrators. Review Costing Model Dr. Clauson shared the costing model. The District looks at the costs which are broken down into two categories; cost shift and cost share. Cost Shift: Initiatives that will eventually be “passed off” entirely to the sender district. Examples include: Student Information System maintenance costs, school building leadership team costs, certain capital outlay items, etc.

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Implementation years (after year of inception) Full implementation

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

D219 Share $15,000 $10,000 $5,000 $0

D69 Share $0 $5,000 $10,000 $15,000

Cost Share: Initiatives shared between sender districts and District 219 in future years. Examples include: some programming expenses, staffing, curriculum materials, etc. The CFC task force will present a proportional share for the initiative or item, applied to the total cost when the initiative has reached the “full implementation” phase as shown above. As an example, an ELL Director is to be hired, which will be shared between D219 and sender districts.

Implementation year Cost Share (moving forward)

Year 1 Year 2

D219 Share $85,000 60% = $51,000

Senders Share $0 40% = $34,000

Review CFC Budget 2015-16 District 219’s Board approved their budget on September 8, 2015 with close to $2M budgeted for Classrooms First Consolidation Agreement. Ms. Wisniewski is the budget administrator for the CFC and has some flexibility to move money around and allocate them to different locations. Adjournment After a motion and second to adjourn, the meeting so adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

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For Board of Education Review and Approval on October 20, 2015


September 15, 2015

FACILITES AND FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

The special meeting of the Board of Education, School District 69, Cook County, Illinois, was called to order in the Maier Administration Center Board Room, 5050 Madison Street, Skokie, Illinois, on September 15, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. by Mrs. Terri Lefler, President.

ROLL CALL The following members of the Board responded present to the Secretary's call of the roll: Mrs. Terri Lefler President

Dr. Mark Chao Member Mrs. Joanne Marsden Member

Changes/Deletions to the Agenda There were none. Statements from Visitors There were none.

Cooperative Purchasing within Niles Township

Dr. Clauson reported on the current cooperative purchasing within Niles Township. Districts 69 is currently in a co-op with District 219 for paper purchases and a co-op with District 73 for busing. Mr. Attaway said districts in the township have shown interest in joining District 69 on audit services. IASBO also offers co-ops and keeps its members informed about availability. Dr. Chao added that our District is also in co-ops for Special Education Services and Insurance. Professional Services Review and Procurement Calendar Mr. Attaway said he will begin searching for auditing service firms, architects and construction managers. The difference between architects and construction managers is that architects can manage construction but they specialize in the front end work and design whereas construction managers manage schedules, deadlines, ensure everything runs smoothly, etc. Request for Qualifications – Architectural Services Anytime the District wants to hire a new architect, we have to complete the Qualifications-Based Selection process. The District will put the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) in the newspaper, accept submissions, begin evaluation of qualifications, interview short-listed firms, negotiate contracts and propose Board action on the final decision. Dr. Chao suggested sharing the District’s vision with the architects before anything else. Rather than requesting larger classrooms, we should ask for rooms that will have multiple uses for years to come. Also, creating a larger cafeteria room could alleviate some space by having more students having lunch at the same time.


Dr. Clauson said we’ll have to include administrators, teachers, custodians and other staff members on the design process in order to reach all concerns. The goal is to break ground in Spring or Summer of 2017. Mrs. Lefler asked that the last Life/Safety report be reviewed in order to know what was completed and what will need to be done. Building Security – Cameras and Proximity Card Readers Dr. Clauson said the District’s cameras were in place for exterior security. When the cameras are upgraded, we can remove the interior cameras and replace them with exterior cameras at every entrance. Mr. Miller said the District has old analog cameras and replacing them with IP cameras will offer the flexibility to place them anywhere as long as there is a network connection. Exterior cameras will help with after school access, vandalism, etc. Dr. Clauson said the card readers have been working really well but we will need more for spots that were missed. Employees have key fobs to get them into main entrances but cannot get through the vestibules without being buzzed in by a secretary. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Board at its regular meeting, it was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Lefler and on a voice vote unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. The meeting so adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

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September 15, 2015

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

The regular meeting of the Board of Education, School District 69, Cook County, Illinois, was called to order in the Maier Administration Center Board Room, 5050 Madison Street, Skokie, Illinois, on September 15, 2015 at 6:31 p.m. by Mrs. Terri Lefler, President.

ROLL CALL The following members of the Board responded present to the Secretary's call of the roll: Mrs. Terri Lefler President Mr. Steve Dembo Vice President

Mrs. Felicia Holtz Secretary Dr. Mark Chao Member Mrs. Joanne Marsden Member Mrs. Kerry Nedic Member Dr. Jennifer Waters Member

Closed Session It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic that the Board move into closed session to consider information regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel for the public body, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee of the public body or against legal counsel for the public body to determine its validity; 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; and litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the particular public body has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the public body finds that an action is probable or imminent, in which case the basis for the finding shall be recorded and entered into the minutes of the closed meeting. Roll Call:

Ayes: Chao, Holtz, Marsden, Nedic, Waters, Dembo, Lefler Nays: None

Motion Carried The Board moved into closed session at 6:32 p.m. It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic and on a voice vote unanimously carried that the Board move from closed back into open session. Open Session The Board moved into open session at 7:25 p.m. and the regular meeting convened at 7:30 p.m. Attendance at Regular Meeting Also present were: Dr. Margaret Clauson, Superintendent; Mr. Chris Miller, Director of Technology; Dr. Megan Aseltine, Assistant Superintendent for Academics; Mrs. Kristine Joaquin Schubert, Director of Special Services; Mr. Justin Attaway, Business Manager; Mr. Christopher Basten, Mr. Mark Rasar, Mr. Andrew Carpenter, Principals; Mrs. Ramina Shiba, Mrs. Steffi Kanzok, Ms. Amy Walker, Mrs. Suzanne


Batch, Ms. Erin Pollyea-Lane, Ms. Holly Nick, Ms. Mary Ogrodowski, Ms. Barbara Jeske, Ms. Therese Block, Ms. Janelle Tregoning, Ms. Andrea Leighton, Ms. Rebecca Dein, Ms. Gabriela Cosma, Mr. Ryan Schlieper, Ms. Stacey Lowery, Ms. Alyssa Hofeld, Ms. Emily Leininger, Mr. Kha Tran, Ms. Caitlin Dejong, Ms. Maggie Fairchild, Ms. Shea Almendarez, Ms. Alyssa Hofeld, Mr. Ethan Tone, Ms. Kelle Totsch, Ms. Maggie Valcik, Ms. Seina Lee, Mr. Joel Matter, Ms. Seema Landstrom, staff; Ms. Erin Moore, Y.O.U.; Ms. Denise Allen, Ms. Britt Czupryna, Ms. Terry Wallace, Mr. Nathan Coleman, Mr. Michael Wagner, residents; and Ms. Tarin Kendrick, NTDSE Executive Director. Madison students led the pledge.

PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED BUDGET – FY 2016 Mr. Attaway reviewed the Revenue Development Assumptions and Expenditure Development assumptions. The budget includes reserves for eight individual funds including: Educational, Operations and Maintenance, Transportation, IMRF/Social Security, Capital Projects, Working Cash, Tort Immunity and Debt Service. FY16 Interfund Transfers include:

• Working Cash to IMRF - $53,465 • Transportation to Educational - $500,000 • Transportation to O&M - $7,000,000 • O&M to Capital Projects - $8,000,000

Next steps:

1. September/October submit final approved budget to ISBE 2. File budget with Cook County Clerk by October 15

STAFF RECOGNITION Three staff members were recognized for their efforts and achievements this month. Mrs. Steffi Kanzok has been with the district for over nine years and has always had a professional and warm demeanor. Ms. Amy Walker and Mrs. Suzanne Batch have tirelessly, positively and effectively served the students and staff of District 69, and they have created a working environment of respect and rapport with all staff members.

2015-16 NEW TEACHERS Dr. Clauson introduced the new teachers for the 2015-16 school year: Edison School Alyssa Hofeld Ethan Tone Emilie Leininger Madison School Kelle Totsch Maggie Valcik Caitlin Dejong

Lincoln Jr. High School Seina Lee Joel Matter Ryan Schleiper Kha Tran Andrea Leighton Gabriela Cosma Rebecca Dein Stacey Lowery Shea Almanderez

CHANGES/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA Delete Item No. 9.6 – Approval of Recognition of Schools Applications Delete Item No. 18 – Closed Session


STATEMENTS FROM VISITORS Mrs. Wallace said she heard reading assignments were being completed in the classroom rather than at home. She is concerned that District 69 graduates are unprepared for the amount of homework they get in high school. Mrs. Wallace believes District 69 students should be given more homework to build their work ethic.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic that the consent agenda for September 15, 2015 be approved as amended. Approval of Minutes Regular Meeting – August 18, 2015

Closed Session – August 18, 2015

Special Meeting – August 26, 2015

Payment of Bills dated August 31, 2015 in the amount of $396,578.13.

Personnel

Resignations

Resignation of Ms. Kattia Halaoui, .56 10-month School Secretary at Edison School,

effective August 18, 2015 Resignation of Mr. Marco Aviles, Instructional Aide at Lincoln Junior High School, at the end of the

2014-15 school year Resignation of Ms. Aseet Moshe, Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School, at the end of

the 2014-15 school year Resignation of Ms. Janit Esho, Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School, effective

September 11, 2015 Employment Employment of Ms. Mary Jeske as an Instructional Aide at Madison School for the 2015-16 school

year, as specified by the PSRP contract Appointment of Ms. Shea Almendarez, Spanish Teacher at Lincoln Junior High School for the

2015-16 school year at Lane III – Step 4 Employment of Ms. Margaret Nelson as an Instructional Aide at Madison School for the 2015-16

school year, as specified by the PSRP contract Employment of Ms. Ahlam Azziz as a Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School for the

2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract Employment of Ms. Carli Hildebrand, Support Nurse at Madison School for the 2015-16 school

year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Ms. Denise Rubenstein as an Instructional Aide at Edison School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract


Employment of Ms. Margo Chervony as an Instructional Aide at Edison School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Ms. Emily Young as an Instructional Aide at Madison School for the 2015-16

school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Mr. Kirk Giannola as an Instructional Aide at Lincoln Junior High School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Ms. Samah Aleshaq as a Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School for the

2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Mr. Jose Patlan as a Custodian/Driver at Lincoln Junior High School for the 2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Ms. Hanan Oshana as a Lunchroom/Recess Supervisor at Madison School for the

2015-16 school year, as specified by the PSRP contract Employment of Mr. Matuesz Mistak as a Technology Support Specialist for the 2015-16 school

year, as specified by the PSRP contract Employment of Ms. Alyson Harlan as an Instructional Aide at Madison School for the 2015-16

school year, as specified by the PSRP contract

Appointment of Mr. Ethan Tone, 5th grade teacher at Edison School for the 2015-16 school year at Lane IV – Step 3

Appointment of Ms. Margaret Mary Valcik, Instructional Technology Teacher at Madison School for

the 2015-16 school year at Lane III – Step 9

Appointment of Ms. Emily Leininger, 3rd grade teacher at Edison School for the 2015-16 school year at Lane III – Step 3

Employment of Ms. Mariam Michael as an ELL Aide at Edison School for the 2015-16 school year,

as specified by the PSRP contract

Employment of Mr. Nick Korzeniowski, Network Systems Administrator effective October 5, 2015 at an hourly rate of $46.48

Facility Use Agreements

Agreement dated July 20, 2015 submitted by the Skokie Park District for X-Camp for the use of the multi-purpose room and restrooms at Edison School from June 13 thru August 12, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

Agreement dated September 11, 2015 submitted by the Girl Scouts for Member Recruiting for the use of four tables and chairs at Edison School on September 16, 2015 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. (Completed Facility Use Agreement to be appended to official minutes.)

Approval of Annual Administrator and Teacher Salary and Benefits report Roll Call:

Ayes: Holtz, Marsden, Nedic, Waters, Dembo, Lefler, Chao Nays: None

Motion Carried Dr. Clauson said that the approval of Recognition of Schools Applications was removed from the consent agenda in order to give paraprofessionals more time to complete the licensure process.


OLD BUSINESS There was none.

NEW BUSINESS Committee Reports and Recommendations Niles Township District for Special Education #807 Ms. Tarin Kendrick showed a video of a visually impaired student that received the Infinitec Award for Technological Achievement. She won the award for her independent use of assistive technology in the classroom. The video demonstrates how the cooperative with NTDSE helps students integrate into satellite schools. Ms. Kendrick stated that NTDSE reviewed the Articles of Agreement and realized the need to make some changes. The main revision was made to the financial structure, by changing to “Fee for Service”. In order to continue receiving state funding, the State required NTDSE to add a few statements to the new agreement. Funds directly related to a student will be transferred with the student when moving to a different district. Village of Skokie Dr. Clauson reported that the Joint Review Board met and recommended that the amended Science and Technology TIF move forward. The Public Hearing is scheduled for October 7th at 8:00 p.m. at Village Hall. ED RED Nothing reported. Subcommittee Reports Mrs. Lefler – Classrooms First Subcommittee met last week with representatives from Districts 69, 219 and 67. The Annual Report was reviewed and members had the opportunity to give their feedback for changes. Dr. Clauson – Facilities and Finance Subcommittee met tonight. A public notice will be posted to ask architects to submit a Request for Qualifications. This District’s main focus will be to review architects’ qualifications rather than costs. Township procurement opportunities for cost savings were discussed at the meeting. Mr. Attaway will begin exploring options for joining co-ops for auditing service firms, architects and construction managers. Remaining funds will be used for security upgrades, including installing new cameras, installing additional access readers and removing keypads.

Mr. Attaway created a 10-year plan to evaluate professional services of the District to review contracts with audit firms, food service, transportation, etc. Recognition for Service

It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Holtz that the Board approve the Recognition for Service for Mr. Chris Miller, Director of Technology, as presented by the Superintendent. Roll Call:

Ayes: Marsden, Nedic, Waters, Dembo, Lefler, Chao, Holtz


Nays: None Motion Carried

Dr. Clauson said the service recognition for Mr. Chris Miller is to compensate him for his extra efforts over the past four months. During this time he was short-staffed and without a key employee, Network Manager. This was at a time when the District was implementing several large-scale technology changes under CFC. Resolution for Adoption of Budget for FY16 It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic that the Board approve the 2015-2016 Budget as presented by the Superintendent on “School District Budget Form (ISBE 50-36) July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016” and that the same is hereby adopted as the budget of the fiscal year which is hereby fixed and declared to be beginning July 1, 2015 and ending June 30, 2016. Roll Call:

Ayes: Nedic, Waters, Dembo, Lefler, Chao, Holtz, Marsden Nays: None

Motion Carried Approval of NTDSE Resolution Ratifying Required Changes to Articles of Agreement for Second Reading and Adoption It was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic that the NTDSE Resolution Ratifying Required Changes to Articles of Agreement reviewed by the Board be adopted as presented. Roll Call:

Ayes: Waters, Dembo, Lefler, Chao, Holtz, Marsden, Nedic Nays: None

Motion Carried FOIA Requests There were none.

INFORMATION ITEMS Administrators’ Reports Dr. Clauson announced and congratulated the following board members for receiving IASB Awards: Mrs. Kerry Nedic Member, LeaderShop Dr. Mark Chao Master Status Maintained Mrs. Terri Lefler Master Status Maintained Mrs. Joanne Marsden Member, LeaderShop Mrs. Felicia Holtz Level II Dr. Clauson said the administrators are working on Edison’s arrival and dismissal and are seeking an additional crossing guard. The District will also work with the Village on a driveway change for a long-term solution. The focus for STEM clubs is to get them up and running for grades K – 5 this year. Grades 6 – 8 currently have other clubs and will add STEM clubs starting next year. The state superintendent reported that state-wide PARCC scores will be released in a day but student scores may not be available until later in the year.


Dr. Aseltine reported that the theme for Opening Day was “Building a Caring Community”. Administrators conducted focused Strategic Plan work with the staff for the first time during opening day. In recent years, the District Institute day was the first day for staff, while the building institute day was the second day. Administrators discussed switching the two days next year. Dr. Clauson reported that the ELL parent mentor program was funded by grants in previous years. Individual districts have to take on the administrative costs this year, which our District has budgeted for. Mr. Basten said the ELL parent mentor program has been a tremendous asset to the District. It brings parents into the building whose presence brings warmth and depth that is appreciated by teachers and other parents. Board members agreed that they appreciate having the Parent Mentors involved in the District and community. Dr. Waters voiced her concerns for long-term sustainability for budgeting for other community programs that are funded by grants in case they also take away their funding, i.e. Y.O.U. and Community Schools. If grant money is taken away, the District needs to absorb the costs. Dr. Aseltine shared WIN curriculum development and topics:

1. Communications – WIN Course Guide that includes course purpose, differentiation level, standards addressed, and assessments utilized to measure growth for each class has been developed.

2. Differentiation levels – All grade levels address students in need of intervention, extension and enrichment.

3. Flexible model this year with staggered implementation 4. Assessments utilized to measure growth for each class has been developed.

Strategic Plan Dr. Clauson presented the revised Strategic Plan to the Board. Phase 1 – Research was conducted last year and findings were shared with the Board. Over the summer, Administrators and staff reviewed the strategic plan to better understand the expectations. Phase 2 – Suggested Revisions include:

• Mission - Engage each child’s passions to achieve educational excellence and foster positive character development. Excellence, Passion, Character

• Vision – Engage students to be successful life-long learners within a vibrant and thriving community

• Guiding Principles – were not changed but reordered Dr. Clauson shared changes that were made to the objectives and added overall goals to each; Student Achievement, Learning Environment, Resource Management and Communication & Community Engagement. Phase 3 – Develop Implementation Plan The overall goal is to ensure high standards and college/career readiness for every student by developing K-12 aligned curricula, assessments and programming. The administrative team reviewed goals and objectives, the multi-year plan and the measures. Dr. Chao said the team captured what the Board created but made it easier to read by administrators than community members. Dr. Waters added that as long as what is in the Strategic Plan is the same as what the District is doing, the communication after it’s finalized is what’s important. A parent said she thinks the new format is clearer to her as a parent because there are overall goals with details to go with each goal.


Mr. Dembo said he does not want the impact of how it was written before to be lost with the changes in verbiage. Dr. Clauson suggested having a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the plan in more detail. Communications There were none. Short Topics and Questions Ms. Czupryna suggested sending links to training videos of Infinite Campus. Mr. Miller said there are support documents and video tutorials on the District website. Audience to Visitors Ms. Pollyea-Lane asked about the law that says you can’t have team-time or plan-time during an institute day. Dr. Clauson said if it is a more structured team-time, it may be something that can be worked into next year’s institute days. Ms. Nick asked if there is a law about prepping classrooms because teachers spend countless hours over the summer preparing their classrooms for the first day of school. Meeting Dates

ED-RED Kick-off Luncheon – Friday, October 2, 2015 – 12:00 p.m. – Cafe La Cave Restaurant, Des Plaines Niles Township District for Special Education #807 Governing Board Meeting – Thursday, October 8, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. – Molloy Center Regular Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, October 20, 2015 – 7:30 p.m. – Maier Administration Center Board Room North Cook Fall 2015 Dinner Meeting – Wednesday, October 21, 2015 – 5:45 p.m. – Wyndham Glenview Suites, Glenview

Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the Board at its regular meeting, it was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic and on a voice vote unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. The meeting so adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

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October 6, 2015

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES

A regular meeting of the Committee of the Whole Board of Education, School District 69, Cook County, Illinois, was called to order in the Maier Administration Center Board Room, 5050 Madison Street, Skokie, Illinois, on October 6, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. by Mrs. Terri Lefler, President of the Board.

ROLL CALL

The following members of the Board responded present to the Secretary's call of the roll: Mrs. Terri Lefler President

Mrs. Felicia Holtz Secretary Dr. Mark Chao Member Mrs. Kerry Nedic Member Dr. Jennifer Waters Member

The following members were absent: Mr. Steve Dembo and Mrs. Joanne Marsden Attendance at Regular Meeting Also present were: Dr. Margaret Clauson, Superintendent; and Mrs. Ramina Shiba, Ms. Therese Block, staff.

STATEMENTS FROM VISITORS There were none. Strategic Plan

Draft Multi-Year Implementation Plan Dr. Clauson spoke about the changes made to the Strategic Plan which will be presented each September and may get extend into a 5th year. Student Achievement Overall Goal: Ensure high standards and college/career readiness for every student by developing K-12 aligned curricula, assessments and programming.

1. Review, revise and expand the STEM curriculum 2. Review, revise and expand the Humanities (ELA and Social Studies) curriculum 3. Provide appropriate instruction to advanced learners, ELL and special education students.

There are several components for each implementation item, mapped out for the next four years. Dr. Waters asked if there is a way to clarify that the 1:1 device plan is not just for STEM. Dr. Chao suggested creating another section for curriculum in general which could include the 1:1 plan. Mrs. Marsden suggested another way to clarify, is by adding the 1:1 plan to the Humanities section as well. Dr. Chao suggested tying enrichment programs directly to each component of the curriculum. Dr. Clauson said the District will establish an Advanced Learning Program Team this year to examine current ELL programming, ensure compliance and make recommendations for programming changes for 2016-17.

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Learning Environment Overall Goal: Create a culture of trust, respect and support among the school community.

1. Provide age-appropriate co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities. 2. Align District and building practices and procedures with students’ social emotional needs. 3. Maintain a safe learning environment. 4. Provide appropriate instructional time and resources to support curriculum.

An after school activities steering committee of teachers and administrators will be created to research and implement co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities. The committee will have to look at club sponsorship with outside help because teacher’s income opportunities cannot be replaced with volunteer positions. Dr. Clauson said she discussed the option to make the club stipend opportunities for teachers more flexible with the teacher’s union presidents. Dr. Waters said we should have parameters on the clubs we offer based on our core mission and curriculum. Board members voiced concerns of waiting until 2016-17 to establish the steering committee because that will delay the implementation of after school activities until the 2017-18 school year. Schedules will be revisited by developing assessment criteria and processes to study the effectiveness of each school’s schedule. Board members discussed concerns about changing schedules, blocks, WIN time, interventions, etc. Dr. Waters said the communication to parents is important when changing schedules and explaining the reasoning behind it is as well. Dr. Clauson added that Social Emotional Learning, PE and related arts programming needs will be considered when developing 2016-17 schedules. Resource Management Overall goal: Align resources with strategic plan priorities while maintaining the District’s long-term financial stability.

1. Attract, develop and retain high quality staff. 2. Develop a long-range facility plan to support the educational programming. 3. Develop a structure to evaluate strategic plan programs based on their impact on student

learning. This year, the District will revise teacher evaluation plans, negotiate new teacher and head engineer contracts, conduct an audit of insurance and benefits plans and establish and implement an administrator evaluation plan. Dr. Waters suggested repurposing resources by having a flexible plan. She said the plan should be reviewed every year and changes should be made accordingly. Communications Overall goal: Improve two-way communication among the school community.

1. Provide opportunities for stakeholder input and feedback. 2. Develop and maintain opportunities to engage families in student learning. 3. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with business and community organizations. 4. Celebrate the successes of District 69.

Dr. Clauson said opportunities for input will be given to all stakeholders involved. Mrs. Lefler said ELL families need to be kept in mind when sending newsletters and other communications. Mrs. Lefler said the flu shots, dental and vision services are great offerings that should be highlighted because many parents may not know about them.

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The District will celebrate success through staff recognition, engaging local media and monthly recognition of students at BOE meetings. Communications: Board Agenda Structure Dr. Clauson said there are thoughts of moving items around on the agenda. One option is to move the information items to the beginning of the agenda and the action items to the end. The administrators’ reports shared at board meetings will be restructured to include short topics and news. Administrators will also prepare page-long written reports on specific topics and will be sent on a yearly or quarterly basis. Updates on those topics will be sent as-needed rather than monthly. Mrs. Lefler suggested that the verbal reports at board meetings include hot-topic items or topics that need explanation rather than reporting on topics that were written in the administrators’ report. Dr. Chao suggested that each section in the administrators’ report have a signature to specify who it was written by. Dr. Chao also said that IASB suggests policy reviews each month. Board members discussed having two opportunities for a statements from visitors section. The idea is to have one at the beginning of the meeting and the other at the end of the meeting. Having statements from visitors gives the Board and administrators a chance to prepare a response for the following Board Meeting under Old Items. Board members suggested that the first opportunity be limited to comments on agenda items. Dr. Clauson said the changes will be made on the October or November agenda. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Board at its regular meeting, it was moved by Dr. Chao and seconded by Mrs. Nedic and on a voice vote unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. The meeting so adjourned at 8:24 p.m. ___________________________________

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