05.20.2026 LJSD Regular Board Meeting

The Lakeland Joint School District 272 School Board held a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, focusing on various administrative, financial, and policy matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts and budget reallocations for capital improvement projects such as the replacement of a boiler at Lakeland High School and track pit repairs at Timberlake High School, with a combined budget request of approximately $202,000. The board also addressed contract awards related to the Lakeland Middle School parking lot project, approving a revised budget of about $656,000 and authorizing a Guaranteed Maximum Price amendment with Janou Construction. Additionally, the board approved course materials and dual credit partnership MOUs, and discussed a preliminary potential property swap with the city involving city hall and district property. Policy updates were reviewed and approved, including community use of school facilities and emergency mutual aid MOUs. The board also considered staffing adjustments and contract timelines for teachers and administrators. A motion to terminate a personnel contract was unanimously approved following executive session. The meeting included discussions on cybersecurity concerns and the possibility of conducting a forensic IT security audit to protect students and district data.