Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Denise Galasso’s organization
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The meeting featured a presentation from the Principal regarding the upcoming school year, new policies, and the 'Next Step Night' event. An audience member addressed the Board regarding the adoption of boys' volleyball as an official IHSA sport. Business matters included a tentative budget update for the 2025-2026 fiscal year with a focus on capital projects, the first reading of Board Press Policies Issue 122, and a semi-annual review of closed session minutes. Additionally, the Board approved a resolution for transportation services due to a serious safety hazard identified near the Freshman Campus.
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The Board discussed several operational and academic topics, including the recognition of the Tri-M Music Honor Society as an International Chapter of the Year. The Principal provided updates on preparations for the upcoming school year, including staff retreats and enrollment activities. The Board also reviewed the work of the Artificial Intelligence Committee, the quarterly investment report, and the preliminary 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the Board approved the Notice of Public Hearing for the Tentative Budget, professional services proposals from Wold Architects for life safety and flooring projects, adjustments to employee insurance contributions and benefits, the adoption of revised Board policies, and various recommendations for athletic programs and student activities.
Jun 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education District 156 Regular Meeting
The board discussed a new cell phone policy for the upcoming school year, aligning with state law to restrict phone use during class time. Principals provided updates on summer school enrollment and the implementation of new vape detectors. The meeting included the approval of consent agenda items, such as personnel reports and financial reports. Additionally, the board reviewed highlights from the 2025-2026 school year regarding student activities and athletics, approved a 2026-2027 budgetary timeline, appointed a school treasurer, designated public depositors, authorized several fund transfers for capital projects and lease payments, and approved salary increases for non-union employees. The board also passed resolutions concerning transportation safety hazards and ratified new collective bargaining agreements for support staff and transportation personnel.
May 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education District 156, McHenry and Lake Counties, Illinois Regular Meeting
The board discussed several key operational and academic matters, including honoring the State Champion E-Sports team and receiving an update on the completion of the school year and upcoming summer school sessions. The board approved the 2026-2027 Consolidated District Plan and established new student and adult meal prices for the upcoming school year. Additionally, committee reports were presented regarding facility upgrades, specifically the progress of solar panel installations, and several policies were submitted for a first reading.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
