President’s Report
Board President Mike Borkowski thanked retiring board members Tom Ford and Kent Novit for their four years of dedicated service to District 67 and the community. Mike commented that they each provided great value and insight, and helped to shape the culture and philosophy of the Board. He noted that they will be formally recognized at the April 30 Board meeting.
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Superintendent’s Report
Mike Simeck presented an overview of
Thoughtexchange,
an electronic communication tool that is being used to obtain constituent feedback. Mike commented that this is a useful tool and a good way to get feedback from a large sample size without asking people to attend a meeting. The first topic that was shared with parents and students was about the students’ learning environment. Approximately 200 individuals shared their thoughts and ideas. The District will be launching additional exchanges to solicit feedback on a variety of topics over the next few weeks.
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Board Education Committee
Jeff Folker thanked retiring members Paul Best, Julie Eglite, and Umang Singh for serving as Community Representatives on the Education Committee.
Board Finance and Operations Committee
Rob Lemke reported that the Committee discussed the year-end financial projections. The Committee was also provided an update on the budget and capital projects.
North Suburban Special Education District (NSSED)
Suzanne Sands reported that the NSSED Leadership Council reviewed the second draft of the FY 20 Budget. This document summarized the steps taken since the first draft, using the parameters approved by the Leadership Council to balance the budget. Changes made in each program or service area were included. The final budget will be presented to the Leadership Council in May with a formal adoption of the legal budget in June.
Spirit of 67 Foundation
Suzanne Sands reported that the Foundation’s Annual meeting was held in April. Family participation district wide is just over 67%. The Cherokee, Everett and Sheridan communities have each reached a participation rate of 80% or greater. She commented that the Grants Committee spent the day traveling around the district sharing the great news about 33 grants valued at $174K. Suzanne highlighted the grants (LINK) and announced that Kimberly Carris was elected to serve as the next Spirit President. She noted that the
Night at the Casino – Bet on 67 is scheduled for April 26 from 7-10 p.m., at Ferrari Lake Forest.
(
https://spiritof67foundation.org/events/night-at-the-casino
/)
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Association of Parents and Teachers Executive Board (APT)
Jeff Folker reported that the Board reviewed
Thoughtexchange
and the APT was interested in using this tool for feedback. Jeff overviewed some upcoming events: Old/New Board meeting on May 1, Family Sharing Nights April 25, Staff Appreciation events, the School’s Out Food Drive May 6-10 benefiting North Chicago Schools, and the Annual Jump Start to 5th Grade May 7.
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