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Arlington Heights School District 25 Board of Education met May 21

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Arlington Heights School District 25 Board of Education met May 21.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

Brian Cerniglia, President of the Arlington Heights School District 25 Board of Education, called the meeting to order to accept a motion to adjourn into closed session at 7:02 p.m. The meeting was held remotely via Zoom.

The meeting was noticed for closed session to discuss: Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance or Dismissal of Specific Employees/Independent Contractors/Volunteers of the District, 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(1); Review closed session minutes, 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(21); Collective negotiating matters between the public body and its employees or their representatives, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2); Security procedures to respond to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public, or public property, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(8); Litigation when an action is probable, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(12).

Regular Meeting

Brian Cerniglia, President of the Arlington Heights School District 25 Board of Education, called the meeting to order at 7:36 p.m. on May 21, 2020. The meeting was held remotely via Zoom. Roll call was noted and the Pledge of Allegiance said.

Board members present: Brian Cerniglia, Scott Filipek, Erin Johannesen, Rich Olejniczak, David Page, and Anisha Ismail Patel

Board members excused: Chad Conley

Others Present: Dr. Lori Bein, Superintendent; Stacey Mallek, Assistant Superintendent for Business/CSBO; Dr. Brian Kaye, Assistant Superintendent for Personnel and Planning; Dr. Becky FitzPatrick, Assistant Superintendent for the Department of Student Learning; Dr. Peg Lasiewicki, Assistant Superintendent for Student Services; Chris Fahnoe, Director of Technology and Assessment; Adam Harris, Head of Communications and Story Telling; Lana O’Brien, Recording Secretary; staff; and community.

Recognitions and Presentations

Dr. Bein and Mr. Cerniglia, on behalf of the Board, congratulated the retirees for 2020. Dr. Bein stated that these retirees have provided many years of impactful service to District 25. We are sorry that we cannot have the Retiree reception and have them here in person. When we are able to, we would like to invite them back to celebrate. Dr. Bein thanked Ms. O’Brien, who sent gifts to the retirees and produced an online retiree program keepsake. Dr. Bein read the retirees names, their buildings, and the number of years they served the district. Board members thanked the retirees for their service, wished them the best of luck, and reiterated that they were sorry that they couldn’t be at the meeting in person to celebrate.

Congratulations to the 2020 Retirees

Susan Alagna, Patricia Dahm, Steven Gaylor, Kirsten Hertvik, Jane Johnson, Donna Joncha, Susan Klarner, Gail Komarek, Michelle Krzetowski, Joanne Lesniak, Susan Menas, Gregory Schultz, Cathie Schwarz, Patricia Sturgeon, Paula Sullivan, Susan Thomson, Theresa Warren, Diane Zimont-Montalbano

Community Input – None Consent Agenda

Motion: D. Page moved and S. Filipek seconded the motion that the Board of Report and Addendum to Personnel Report; (B) Invoices; (C) Regular and Closed Session Meeting minutes of May 7, 2020

Roll Call: B. Cerniglia, yes; S. Filipek, yes; E. Johannesen, yes; R. Olejniczak, yes; D. Page, yes; and A. Patel, yes. Motion carried 6/0.

Communications:

The following reports were given:

● NSSEO – Ms. Johannesen reminded that tomorrow is the Timber Ridge Talent Show. She will send the link to the show for Board members to view it.

● IASB – Mr. Cerniglia reported that that the IASB legislative report is available. He encouraged Board members to review a statement regarding the budget for public schools. Ms. Patel stated that she will be participating in an IASB book club during the summer, and there will be a webinar on May 29 at 1:00 p.m. with State Superintendent, Dr. Carmen Ayala.

The following reports were received:

● ABC25 – Mr. Filipek stated that ABC25 is holding fundraising activities utilizing food trucks on several dates at Thomas Middle School. Check social media for dates and times.

There were no reports from the following.

● ED-RED

● PTA

● ATA

Committee of the Whole Reports Student Learning – No Report

Student Services – No Report

Business and Finance – No Report

Facilities Management – No Report

Personnel and Planning – No Report

Superintendent Report

Second Reading of Policies

Dr. Bein stated that the following policies and exhibits are presented to the Board for a second reading. These policies and exhibits reflect modifications and additions as recommended by the Illinois Association of School Boards. These were previously reviewed at the last meeting.

Press 103:

2:125 Board Member Compensation; Expenses

2:125-E1 Board Member Expense Reimbursement Form

2:125-E2 Board Member Estimated Expense Approval Form

2:160 Board Attorney

2:160-E Checklist for Selecting a Board Attorney

5:60 Expenses

5:60-E1 Employee Expense Reimbursement Form

5:60-E2 Employee Estimated Expense Approval Form

5:150 Personnel Records

5:280 Duties and Qualifications

6:135 Accelerated Placement Program

6:280 Grading and Promotion

7:70 Attendance and Truancy

8:10 Connection with the Community

8:30 Visitors to and Conduct on School Property

8:110 Public Suggestions and Concerns

Motion: S. Filipek moved and D. Page seconded the motion that the Board of Education approve the second reading of the policies and exhibits presented by the Illinois Association of School Boards.

Roll Call: B. Cerniglia, yes; S. Filipek, yes; E. Johannesen, yes; R. Olejniczak, yes; D. Page, yes; and A. Patel, yes. Motion carried 6/0.

Second Reading of Policies – Five Year Review

Dr. Bein stated that the following policies are presented by the Illinois Association of School Boards for a second reading of a five-year review, keeping material aligned with good governance principles and keeping the legal references current.

Five-Year Review - Press 103:

4:50 Payment Procedures

7:130 Student Rights and Responsibilities

7:325 Student Fundraising Activities

8:80 Gifts to the District

Motion: D. Page moved and A. Patel seconded the motion that the Board of Education approve the second reading of the policies presented by the Illinois Association of School Boards for a five-year review.

Roll Call: B. Cerniglia, yes; S. Filipek, yes; E. Johannesen, yes; R. Olejniczak, yes; D.

Page, yes; and A. Patel, yes. Motion carried 6/0.

The Board did not return to the closed session.

Motion: D. Page moved and E. Johannesen seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting.

Roll Call: B. Cerniglia, yes; S. Filipek, yes; E. Johannesen, yes; R. Olejniczak, yes; D. Page, yes; and A. Patel, yes. Motion carried 6/0.

The regular meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

https://www.sd25.org/cms/lib/IL01904427/Centricity/Domain/218/200521%20Board%20Minutes.pdf

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