January 20, 2025 - Board of Education - Business Meeting

The District 300 Board of Education held a business meeting on January 20, 2025. The meeting included routine procedural items such as roll call, approval of the agenda, and a moment of silence. Key highlights included the introduction of a new director of federal grants and programs, Dr. Mike Trevillion, noted for securing significant federal and state funding. Public participation featured a student advocating for the addition of boys volleyball and girls badminton as spring sports, emphasizing student interest and Title IX compliance. The board discussed and approved several procurement-related items, including the purchase of Yondr pouches for cell phone management in schools, with concerns addressed about implementation and cost discounts. Additionally, the board approved renewals of service agreements for AVID and technology-related services, and accepted the FY25 annual comprehensive financial report. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel, negotiations, litigation, and security matters.