Board Meeting Summary

The Board of Education provides a "Board Meeting Summary" after each Board meeting. The summary includes a brief description of the main topics and action items. These summaries are not meant to replace minutes. The minutes for each meeting are approved and posted after the next regularly scheduled meeting. We hope these summaries provide some basic information and context around the reports, presentations, and action items. For the full packet of information including presentations and reports, Click Here.

Meetings are streamed live online and the videos are archived on the District website, Click Here.

In Attendance
Vice President Jason Loebach, Secretary Julie Hill, Jess Buttimer, Ted Estes, Amy Becker, Dr. Chris Martelli
Student Board Members: Alessia D’Argento, Helen Manak, Tess Reinmann

Board President Dr. Robert Bruno was absent. Mr. Loebach served as president pro tem.

Celebrations and Recognitions | watch

Hadley Special Olympics Team

Executive Director for Student Services Molly Victor introduced Hadley Junior High staff who coached the Hadley Special Olympics team. Six Hadley student athletes were celebrated for participating and bringing home 14 medals! Best wishes to the students who will be going on to compete in the State Special Olympics competition in June. Way to go Hadley student athletes Lucy O., Tucker G., Milan V., Jamari J., Morgan D., and Muaaz S.! Thank you to the Hadley Special Olympics coaches Michelle Niforatos, Kate Metzel, Katie Falco, Kelly Miotti, Maria Vichio, Karen Puckett, and Lindsay Montgomery (Glenbard West).

Hadley St. Baldrick’s Program | watch

Hadley Junior High Principal Steve Diveley introduced Hadley teachers Katelyn Baumgartner and Allison Ritter who led the 4th Annual St. Baldrick’s Head-Shaving Event to raise awareness and funds to fight childhood cancer. They shared background about the event and the impact it has had at Hadley and the community.

Presentations

Parent Teacher Advisory Committee (PTAC) | watch

Mrs. Victor and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Principal Jeff Burke presented the annual report for the Parent Teacher Advisory Committee (PTAC). They explained the purpose and focus of the PTAC as well as shared parent and student communication ideas related to bullying, student behavior policy, and behavior data.

Public Participation

None

Superintendent's Report | watch

Dr. Jeff McHugh shared an update about kindergarten including a new screening process and first day of school for all kindergarten students next year. He also highlighted the recent staff recognition event and recognized the student board members for their service this school year.

Board Reports | watch

Student Board Reports | watch

Discussion

Supplemental Pay Recommendation | watch

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Dr. David Bruno presented information about new school clubs proposed for next school year and a request to keep existing clubs at both elementary and middle schools.

Hadley ESL Curricular Recommendation | watch

Director of Language Programs Juan Suarez presented background information about the Hadley ESL curricular recommendation and outlined the instructional review process. He shared that the recommendation is for the National Geographic Lift Program.

Action Items | watch

Consent Agenda

Personnel Report

Monthly Financial Reports

Disposal of Surplus Property

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Report

Investment Schedule

Monthly Revenue/Expenditure Summary Report

School District Payment Order

Summary of Bills and Payroll

Treasurer's Report

Board Meeting Minutes

- May 5, 2025, Reorganizational Meeting Minutes

- May 5, 2025, Closed Meeting Minutes

(Voted Yes: Loebach, Becker, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Martelli)

New Assistant Principal of Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Jamie Westergaard | watch

Superintendent Dr. McHugh introduced the new Assistant Principal for Benjamin Franklin Elementary School. Mr. Westergaard thanked the Board and the community for the opportunity to serve in this new role.

Recommendations

Donations and Gifts | watch

Board members thanked the Lewis family for their generous donation of a Steinway piano and for their collaboration with district staff who coordinated the effort.
(Voted Yes: Loebach, Becker, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Martelli)

All meetings are held at Hadley Jr. High School, 240 Hawthorne Blvd. unless otherwise noted.

• Monday, June 16, 2025, Regular Board of Education Meeting
  

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Location: 793 North Main Street, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: 630.790.6400
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