Be Collective, an initiative led by five Illinois Affinity Group facilitators across different districts, that held its annual conference at HF, emphasizing this year's theme: VOICE. The event provided a platform for educators of color to share their perspectives and experiences, while students voiced their own encounters within their schools and districts. These discussions spurred meaningful dialogue on how educators can better support the learning and belonging of students of color.
Personnel Committee Meeting – Board member Pam Jackson shared the committee had an HR report regarding staffing headcounts impact analysis, looking to update website with RFP process, department chair, nontenure and teacher evaluations are in process.
Finance Committee Meeting - Board Member Steve Anderson reported that the committee covered a lot of material in an hour meeting with. much of it on tonight's agenda for action. Budget process was reviewed. Capital projects update shows everything is on time and on budget. Traffic study to improve movement into and on campus.
Planning Committee Meeting – Board member Michelle Hoereth shared summer hour discussion for special education and student services, resources and supports including social work and IEP meetings. Summer informational meetings on college application preparation and essay writing will be held to help students and families. Parent Teacher Handbook revisions which are minor. Earned Honors for French 1 discussion was held in connection with French class enrollment. Did not move discussion on PE Waiver proposal for outside athletics participation forward.
