August 1, 2013 at 7:00 PM - REGULAR MEETING
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I. Call to Order/Roll Call
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(This is how the meeting begins.)
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II. Pledge of Allegiance
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(The board members and the people in attendance are invited to say the Pledge of Allegiance.)
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III. Additions/Changes to Agenda
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(The Board of Education may use this opportunity to pull items out of the consent agenda at regular board meetings to be voted on separately, or may add items for discussion purposes only.)
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IV. Shared Agreements Reflection
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(The Board of Education will take time during each meeting to reflect on their Shared Agreements.)
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V. Presentations/Recognitions
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(The Board of Education periodically hears presentations from students, District 33 departments and programs, and outside groups in order to keep the Board informed of District operations and opportunities.)
- Professional Development Curriculum Calendar for 2013-2014 - Marjory Lewe-Brady / Christine Wells |
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VI. Public Comment
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(Public comments (limited to 3 minutes each) are welcome at this Board of Education meeting. In order to conduct productive meetings, there will be no dialogue with the public about topics during this meeting. The Board may make a brief response to a public comment, or will provide for follow-up with individuals or groups at a later date, if the Board determines that issues require additional research. For certain issues that require additional understanding the Board may also schedule a special meeting where public dialogue can occur. Thank you for your interest in district issues and for your understanding of meeting protocol.)
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VII. Discussion of New / Ongoing Business with Possible Action *
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(These are a variety of either new or ongoing topics where the Board has the opportunity to receive information, to ask questions, to discuss options, and to direct administration to continue working on an item. If ready, the Board may take action at this meeting or at a subsequent meeting.)
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VII.A. Finance/Facilities
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VII.A.1. Financial update
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(The Board will receive an update on revenues received from the State of Illinois and federal funds.)
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VII.B. Committee Assignments for 2013-2014
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(This is to confirm which board members will represent the Board on various committees.)
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VII.C. Superintendent search
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VII.D. Targeting Achievement Through Governance (TAG) Training
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(The Board of Education will determine their participation in this professional development process and a timeline.)
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VII.E. Mexican Independence Day Celebration in West Chicago
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(The Board of Education will be provided details related to this celebration and determine their participation for this event scheduled for Sunday, September 15th.)
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VIII. Action Items *
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(These are additional items which are not routine and are acted on as individual motions.)
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VIII.A. Accept resignations
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VIII.B. Employ personnel
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VIII.C. Approve classified staff changes
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IX. Information Items
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(There are regularly scheduled reports on a number of information items the Board wishes to track. Additional items are sometimes included to keep the Board informed of topics and issues that are related to District 33 or to public education in general.)
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IX.A. Plans for opening of 2013-2014 school year
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(The Board of Education will hear a report of planned activities for the opening of school. New teachers will begin on August 26th, and returning teachers start on August 29th. Students in 1st through 8th grade start on Wednesday, September 4th, kindergarten classes begin on Friday, September 6th, and preschool classes begin on Monday, September 9th.)
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IX.B. Curriculum night schedule
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(At the beginning of each school year District 33 schools host an open house for parents to come and learn about the things that will be taught during this year. This is an excellent opportunity to meet teachers and begin the year-long partnership that will enhance student learning. The curriculum night schedule is posted on the District 33 web site. The community is welcome to attend any of these events.)
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IX.C. Board outreach
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(Board members who have attended other meetings in the community may report back to District 33's Board of Education.)
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IX.D. School newsletters
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(In order to keep the board members informed, District 33 schools periodically send copies of their newsletters during the school year.)
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X. Report of District Committee Meetings
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(This is an opportunity for administrators and board members who have attended various committees and other meetings to give brief reports of discussions from those meetings.)
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X.A. Council of Governments' Meeting - July 29, 2013 (Sue Stibal)
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X.B. Curriculum Coordinating Council (Brenda Vishanoff)
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X.C. Legislative Committee - (Kathy Wolfe)
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X.D. Open Comments (Board Members)
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XI. Review of Upcoming Meetings/Events
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(This is a schedule of the upcoming meetings and events that Board members may be attending.)
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XI.A. Suggested agenda items for next board meeting
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XI.B. Next Board of Education Meeting - August 15, 2013 - 7:00 p.m. - ESC
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XI.C. Special Board Meeting - August 20, 2013 - 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. - ESC (IASB "Starting Right" Workshop)
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XI.D. SASED Board of Control - August 21, 2013 - 7:00 p.m. - Naperville, IL
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XI.E. District 33 New Teacher Ice Cream Social - TBD - 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. - West Chicago MIddle School
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XI.F. Opening Institute Day - August 29, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. - West Chicago Middle School
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XI.G. Opening Institute Day - August 30, 2013 - 8:00 a.m. - Individual Buildings
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XI.H. Foundation for Educational Excellence - September 12, 2013 - 5:30 p.m. - ESC
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XI.I. Citizens' Advisory Council - September 12, 2013 - 7:00 p.m. - ESC
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XI.J. Mexican Independence Day Celebration - Sunday, September 15, 2013
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XI.K. Council of Governments' Meeting - September 30, 2013 - time and location TBD
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XI.L. WeGo Together For Kids Family Night - October 8, 2013 - 6:00 p.m. - West Chicago Middle School
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XII. Closed Session
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(The Board of Education may convene into closed session to discuss confidential matters, and may take action upon reconvening into open session only during regular or special board meetings. No action can be taken on a specific agenda item unless it has been posted on that particular agenda. The Board is permitted to discuss various items in closed session, including but not limited to: collective bargaining, pending or imminent litigation , sale/purchase/lease of property, student discipline, and the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. The motion to convene into closed session will state the specific reason(s).)
Motion to Convene Into Closed Session * (The Board will move to convene into closed session to discuss a specific item(s) that are listed below. These are anticipated discussion items during closed session. Prior to convening into closed session, the Board may add an item(s) for discussion as part of the motion, but action will be taken only on the item(s) stated on the posted agenda.) The Board of Education will move to go into closed session to discuss litigation matters, collective bargaining matters, and the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. |
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XIII. Action Items Following Closed Session *
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(The Board of Education approves closed session minutes as read after reconvening to open session, and may take action on an item(s) that is listed on the posted agenda.)
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XIII.A. Approve closed session minutes as read
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(This is a regular task of the Board of Education if an executive session is held. After the Board reconvenes to open session it is required that the board members approve these minutes.)
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XIII.B. Approve selection of superintendent search firm
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XIV. Adjournment *
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(This is how the meeting ends.)
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