District 30 Board Brief
September 17, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Summary
Join Conversations with the Community September 24!
Dear District 30 Community,
Our first weeks of school are off to a fantastic start! As we dive into a new school year, we are already seeing valuable learning and growth from our learners at Wescott, Willowbrook and Maple Schools.
Fall has also become an important time for us to reconnect with parents and community members through our invaluable “Conversations with the Community.” This semi-annual gathering welcomes all District 30 residents to learn about important school matters, talk with a member of our Board of Education and me, while also sharing time for questions and suggestions.
We learn so much from each other time and again, and I invite you to join us on Thursday, September 24, during an in-person session at noon in our district offices or virtually at 6 p.m. This month, participants will not only hear brief updates on what’s new in our schools for 2026-27 but also learn important information about economic development efforts in Northbrook that are likely to impact District 30 in the coming years.
Over the past year in this Board Brief, we have shared details on a residential development in the village that has been approved within District 30 boundaries, as well as a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district proposed near downtown, also within our school district. We have been working in close partnership with the Village of Northbrook to ensure we are serving as strong stewards of our district’s educational quality, facilities, and tax dollars – while also honoring our community’s priorities for a thriving downtown.
I invite anyone who lives within District 30 boundaries to join either an in-person session at our district offices in Northbrook at 12 p.m. on September 24, or to a virtual session at 6 p.m. that day. You can register at district30.org/conversations. Online registrants will receive an email link prior to the meeting, and in-person registrants will receive an email reminder the day prior.
Thank you for supporting our commitment to responsible financial stewardship, which ultimately benefits our students and schools!
Sincerely,
Dr. Emily K. Tammaru
Superintendent of Schools
The Board held a public hearing on the 2026-27 fiscal year annual budget, then formally approved a budget that aligns spending with our District 30 Strategic Plan.
The operating budget includes $36.6 million in total receipts/revenues and $36.6 million in total disbursements/expenditures and transfers to address capital improvement projects.
The budget is available on the District 30 website at district30.org.
Northfield Township school districts remain committed to aligning their start and end of school dates as much as possible, as well as breaks, to support planned family activities and travels.
Key dates from the calendar draft include:
- First Institute Days on August 16 and 17, 2027
- First day of student attendance set for Wednesday, August 18, 2027
- Winter break December 20-31, 2027
- Spring Institute Day on March 21, 2028 (general primary election day)
- Spring break March 27-31, 2028
- Last day of school for students tentatively set for Friday, May 26, 2028
The Board is slated to adopt the calendar at its October 22 meeting.
The Board approved the hire of the following individuals for the 2026-27 school year: Alec Cassatt, Wescott Instructional Assistant; Wendy Haller, Maple Instructional Assistant; Connor Thiessen, Maple Extra Duty Stipend Coach.
Please welcome them to District 30!
Additionally, the Board approved one resignation.
Our Board of Education
The Board of Education consists of seven members elected from the general public to serve the entire Northbrook/Glenview School District 30 community. The Board provides governance for the district by hiring and evaluating the superintendent and approving a budget, policies, and goals that align with the district's strategic plan. Board members are:
- President -Ammar Rizki
- Vice President - Jeff Zuercher
- Zivit Blonder
- Adan Galvan
- Pamela Manicioto
- Patrick Wang
- Dr. Stephanie Yohannan
Northbrook/Glenview District 30
Northbrook/Glenview District 30 exists to create an inclusive community that inspires learning, fosters resiliency, and cares deeply for every child. We honor childhood and foster intellectual, physical and social-emotional growth. District 30 serves more than 1,200 students in pre-K through 8th grade across Willowbrook, Wescott and Maple Schools.
We prohibit harassment and discrimination of all forms within our district and follow all policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all.
Email: communications@district30.org
Website: district30.org
Location: 2374 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL, USA
Phone: 847-498-4190
