Regular meeting of the Freeport School District Board of Education

April 4, 2023

 

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The Board received numerous Reports that will be detailed in the Board Meeting Minutes:

Student Recognition

FHS Jr. & IHSA Girls State Wrestling Champion, Cadence Diduch was present at the meeting to be recognized for winning the state championship for the second year in a row.

 

Superintendent’s Report

Spotlight: Celebrations & Recognitions

Thanks was given to the FGSl Music Department including the Jazz Ensemble, Show Choir and Show Choir Personnel, Production Staff and Running Crew, Mr. Winter’s 3rd & 4th Hour Tech Theater Classes,  guest artist, Brian Nissen, and S.T.A.R.S. For the 43rd Annual production of SHOWTIME. Special thanks was given to directors: Bill Peterson, Derek Simons, Britney Keselhorst and Robert Z. Winter for their commitment to the performing arts in our district. 

 

The Spring 2023 FHS National Honor Society Inductees were acknowledged

Congratulations to the 2023 Inductees

Owen Helm  

Cadan DeJong           

Alexa Tran         

Noah Schiffman

Mya Ortiz        

Sophia Pedersen      

Jada Veer            

Kyla Reisenbichler

 

National Assistant Principals Week, April 3–7, 2023, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these school leaders! 

Paraeducator Appreciation Day, Wednesday, April 5th, is dedicated to the fantastic people who deliver targeted support to students who may need extra help and work to maintain the classroom, keeping it running smoothly. Paraeducator Appreciation Day seeks to bring these professionals to the forefront and show them a little extra love for all the incredible work they do, day in and day out.  We give special thanks and appreciation to the 

Join us in celebrating the paraeducators of FSD 145.

 

On April 4th each year, National School Librarian Day recognizes the professionals who keep the school library in working order. School librarians spend long hours keeping the library organized. They are also dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning. We truly appreciate the hard work of our FSD librarians & IMTs. 

 

1. 5 Essentials Survey Window : January - March 31, 2023

 

2. Enrollment as of March 31, 2023

 

3. ANET Update : Unit Internalization Demo

 

In attendance: Principals from Elementary Schools and Math Specialist/ MTSS Coordinator. Superintendent Alvarado highlighted this session, covering: 

• The Essential Question

• Session Objectives

• Fishbowl Activity

 

4. 2023 Spring Institute 

A summary report of the day's events & activities was presented. 

 

5. FOIA Request Quarterly Update

 

A report on the FOIA requests FSD received this past quarter was provided.

 

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Information Reports

ELA Curriculum Proposal

Since January of 2022, the K-12 English Language Arts (ELA) Committee has worked to facilitate the development of clear, consistent, coherent, and articulated curriculums that are to be implemented uniformly and equitably across all schools.

The ultimate goal of the curriculum review process is to develop instructional systems and curricula that are innovative, inclusive, and student-centered, ultimately ensuring that all students are equipped and empowered to choose their college, career path, and become  productive members of their community.

Through a rigorous process the K-12 ELA Committee reviewed student data, created a needs assessment, and developed a philosophical approach to literacy instruction in FSD145. Grade-level sub-committees reviewed curricular resources and came to a consensus about materials to recommend to the FSD145 School Board of Education for the next adoption cycle. 

 

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Took Action in Favor of the Consent Agenda:

• Freeport School District and CareerTEC Bills

•  Personnel Report, April 4, 2023

• 2023-2024 IHSA Membership Renewal

• Asbestos Abatement Bid

• FHS Science Lab Renovations Bid

• RFP for Managed Print / Copier Services

Took Action in Favor of the Following Previously Presented Item(s

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coaching

 

Committee Reports

Buildings & Grounds by Board Member Alan Greene

 

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The public is always invited and encouraged to attend Freeport School District Board of Education meetings. ​The next scheduled regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 6:00 PM.  Meetings are held at the FSD administrative office, located at 500 E. South St and can be accessed virtually. Information on joining the meetings can be found here.