Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Emily Mentzer’s organization
Oct 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Central School District 13J Board Meeting
The Board of Directors meeting included a presentation on the LAMA Latino Leadership Camp, featuring student feedback on cultural identity, personal growth, and recommendations for improving the inclusivity of the school environment. The Board discussed funding and recruitment strategies for the summer program. Additionally, the meeting included a public comment session where community members and staff addressed concerns regarding staff retention, the reduction in force process, and ongoing teacher contract mediation.
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CSD13J Board Of Directors Board Of Directors Meeting
The board meeting included the swearing-in of new student representatives for the 2026-2027 school year and special recognitions for the state champion baseball team and the college and career coordinator. The board received staff reports on safety, security, and state-required integrated plans. Policy discussions were held regarding artificial intelligence and class ranking guidelines. Public comment addressed concerns about the school calendar, requests for curriculum on student and adult boundaries, and the potential impact of district proposals on the classified staff health insurance pool.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Csd13j Board Of Directors Board Of Directors Meeting
The board meeting primarily focused on reports concerning summer programming, including details on various summer learning grants, student participation numbers across multiple programs, and staffing requirements. There was also a discussion regarding the pilot of a new interim assessment system called STAR, as well as an initial discussion on a new policy, KNA, required by House Bill 4079 regarding immigration enforcement on district property.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Csd13j Board Of Directors Board Of Directors Meeting
The board meeting featured public testimony advocating for the continuation and expansion of music and performing arts programs in the school district, highlighting their impact on student attendance, academic readiness, and emotional well-being. Additionally, the board conducted elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. Following the elections, a presentation was provided on the school district's strategic plan, specifically focusing on data metrics related to student attendance and discipline for the school year.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
