Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for McHenry Community High School District 156.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Mchenry
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,214
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1725320
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
1
Mascot
School mascot.
Leonidas the Warrior
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
305.31
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
38 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from McHenry Community High School District 156
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.
The Board discussed staffing needs for the upcoming school year, specifically addressing AVID growth, elective course shifts, and core department adjustments. The Board approved resolutions to dismiss part-time non-tenured teachers and renewed the district's membership with the Illinois High School Association. A construction contract for painting pre-cast concrete panels at the Freshman and Upper Campuses was awarded to the lowest bidder. Additionally, the Superintendent provided updates on labor negotiations with the Transportation Association and the support staff association.
The Board meeting included presentations on the accounting pathway program and student business competition achievements. Discussions covered the quarterly investment report, highlighting fund performance, and a review of the 2025 levy extension figures and tax collection rates. The Board approved a cooperative contract for flooring replacement at the Upper Campus, adopted the Title I schoolwide waiver and plan for the next academic year, authorized participation in the regional Safe Schools program, and established the regular meeting schedule for the 2026-2027 school year.
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