Board Meeting Summary
Glen Ellyn School District 41
February 10, 2025 Regular Meeting
Meetings are streamed live online and the videos are archived on the District website, Click Here.
In Attendance
President Robert Bruno, Vice President Jason Loebach, Secretary Jess Buttimer, Ted Estes, Julie Hill, Dr. Steve Miko, Tayyaba Syed
Strategic Plan Update | watch
Superintendent Dr. Jeff McHugh presented an overview of the process to refresh the Strategic Plan. He shared the direction from the Board based on feedback from stakeholders. The draft of the refreshed plan presented by Dr. McHugh includes four goals, action steps, metrics, and a measurement of goals graphic. The Board asked questions, provided feedback, and engaged in conversation about the draft of the refreshed plan. Click here for the Strategic Plan Refresh draft.
Public Participation | watch
Reports
Superintendent's Report | watch
Dr. McHugh presented on the following topics:
Kindergarten Center
Student Personal Technology Devices
Transportation
Board Reports | watch
Student Board Reports | watch
Discussion | watch
2025-2026 Student Fees
Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Facilities, and Operations Eric DePorter shared information about fees and a recommendation to the Board that will be presented for action next month. Board members asked questions and provided feedback on the plan. They also discussed the idea of a different structure for fees or not collecting them at all in the future.
Social Studies Curricular Resource Recommendation | watch
Assistant Superintendent for Teaching, Learning, and Accountability Dr. Kris Webster presented the social studies curriculum resource recommendation based on feedback from a number of stakeholders. Based on a comprehensive process and feedback, Dr. Webster recommended National Geographic to serve as the core Hadley Junior High School social studies curriculum. She shared an overview of feedback from teachers and parents, an outline of the professional development plan, and the costs of the resource and supporting materials. Board members asked questions regarding the details of the feedback and the resource. This recommendation will be presented for action in March.
Quest Food Management Services, LLC. Contract Extension | watch
Mr. DePorter presented information about the current service being provided by Quest Food Management Service in District 41 schools with a recommendation to extend the contract with Quest. Board members asked questions about food options and feedback from students. The recommendation will be presented for action in March.
IASB Policy Manual Customization and PRESS Plus Implementation | watch
Dr. McHugh presented a recommendation for a new policy system that will make it easier for the public to search the policy library online. It will also streamline the process internally to help save staff time and resources. This item will be presented for action in March.
Adjourn to Closed Session
Action Items | watch | documents
Consent Agenda
Personnel Report
Monthly Financial Reports
Disposal of Surplus Property
Donation and Gifts
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
Vandalism
Board Meeting Minutes
(Voted Yes - Bruno, Loebach, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Miko, Syed)
Principal Announcement | watch
Dr. McHugh introduced the new Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Principal Mrs. Brittany Smith who was in attendance. Mrs. Smith thanked Dr. McHugh and the Board for the opportunity.
Water Main Break
Dr. McHugh also made an announcement about a water main break at Hadley. He shared that Hadley will have an e-learning day on February 11.
Recommendations
Board Policy Revisions | watch
Dr. McHugh shared that he has been following the topic of immigration enforcement actions in schools and that the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has shared recommendations for school districts. District administration worked directly with legal counsel to create board policies and administrative guidelines to ensure any potential response.
Dr. Miko has served as a police officer as well as a local school resource officer. He shared the process and guidelines for when any visitor, including law enforcement, comes to a school as well as the process for when a police officer speaks with a student.
(Voted Yes - Bruno, Loebach, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Miko, Syed)
Technology Assessment Contract | watch
Dr. McHugh is recommending a full network assessment to get an accurate picture of our current technology landscape, including vulnerabilities, security risks, and areas for improvement. He originally planned to suggest this assessment later in the year but is moving it up due to recent cyberattacks and data breaches in surrounding districts.
(Voted Yes - Bruno, Loebach, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Miko, Syed)
Adoption of Resolution Approving Real Estate Purchase | watch
The Board approved a resolution approving a real estate acquisition of approximately ¾ acre/single family home property located on Bloomingdale Road adjacent to the District's Churchill School for possible future development.
(Voted Yes - Bruno, Loebach, Buttimer, Estes, Hill, Miko, Syed)
Other/Board Governance - Learning Together | watch
Advocacy Report
Board Book Study
UPCOMING MEETINGS
- Monday, March 3, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
- Monday, March 17, 2025 Regular Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm
- Monday, April 21, 2025 Regular Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm
STAY CONNECTED WITH DISTRICT 41
Email: ekrehbiel@d41.org
Website: www.d41.org
Location: 793 North Main Street, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: 630.790.6400
Facebook: @glenellynd41 X: @glenellynd41