Oswego Community Unit School District 308 public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education is meeting on December 8, 2025. They will hold public hearings on the 2025 tax levy and on a renewal of a state waiver for driver's education fees. The board also entered closed session for personnel, security, and litigation matters.
- Public hearing on 2025 tax levy (Truth in Taxation)
- Public hearing on renewal of state waiver application for driver's education fees
- Closed session for personnel, security, and litigation (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), (8), (11))
- Recognition of Fall Sports IHSA state champions (Alli Wiertel, Katie Malm, Addi Miller)
- Recognition of Oswego High School marching band (3rd in class, 10th in state)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board approved a district administrator contract for Nicole Magana as Chief Comptroller Accountant for 2025-2026. The board also entered closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and closed-session minutes. Presentations will be heard on the 2025 General Obligation Bond Refunding and the 2025 Illinois School Report Card. The consent agenda, including minutes, FOIA requests, field trips, and an early childhood grant repayment, was approved.
- Approval of District Administrator Contract for Nicole Magana (Chief Comptroller Accountant, 2025-2026)
- Presentation on 2025 General Obligation Bond Refunding
- Presentation on 2025 Illinois School Report Card & Summative Designations
- PRIDE recognition for staff from East View Academy, Prairie Point, Southbury, and Oswego High School
- Consent agenda approval including FY23 Early Childhood Grant Repayment and overnight field trips
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Public Forum
The Board of Education is hosting a public forum with four breakout sessions on student achievement, facilities planning, student assignment and enrollment growth, and special education. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting also included a closed session on personnel and litigation matters. A public comment period is provided for community input.
- Closed session entered to discuss personnel and pending/probable litigation (6-0 vote, one absent)
- Breakout session on Student Achievement & Future-Focused Learning
- Breakout session on Facilities & Future Planning
- Breakout session on Student Assignment & Enrollment Growth
- Breakout session on Special Education & Student Services
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board will first enter closed session to discuss personnel, security, student placement, litigation, and self-evaluation matters. In open session, they will recognize PRIDE award winners, hear presentations on storm damage repairs, safety and security, and student assignment, and consider a consent agenda that includes approving minutes and a Water Billing Repayment Intergovernmental Agreement with Fox Metro.
- PRIDE recognition for staff from Brokaw Early Learning Center, Boulder Hill Elementary, Old Post Elementary, and Oswego East High School
- Presentation on Operations storm damage update
- Presentation on annual safety and security update
- Presentation on student assignment
- Consent agenda includes approval of Water Billing Repayment Intergovernmental Agreement with Fox Metro
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board will hear a presentation on student enrollment projections and building capacity analysis (item 5.1). It also enters closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, FOIA requests, overnight field trips, and an ISBE audit corrective action plan. A Hispanic Heritage Month showcase is recognized.
- Presentation on student enrollment projections and building capacity analysis
- Closed session for personnel, real property, and litigation discussions
- Approval of consent agenda: minutes from Sept. 22, FOIA log, overnight field trips
- Acknowledgment of ISBE audit results corrective action plan
- Hispanic Heritage Month showcase
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego School District 308 Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the FY26 budget and is expected to adopt it. The board also entered closed session to discuss personnel and pending litigation. Presentations include an Aramark update, strategic plan, and student assignment planning.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of FY26 budget
- Closed session for personnel matters and litigation
- Aramark operations update
- Strategic plan update
- Student assignment planning update
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education will vote on paying $9,774,778.87 in bills and approve emergency repairs to the Oswego East High School Performing Arts Center and the Oswego High School main gym floor due to flood damage. The board also entered closed session to discuss personnel, student special education placement, and pending litigation. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes, acknowledging FOIA requests, and authorizing overnight field trips.
- Approval of bills for payment: $9,774,778.87
- Emergency approval of Oswego East High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) repairs awarded to Performance Services
- Emergency approval of Oswego High School main gym floor repairs due to flood damage
- Consent agenda: minutes from August 25, 2025, FOIA requests, and overnight field trips over 200 miles
- Closed session under IL statutes for personnel, student special education, and litigation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board will receive a presentation on the Phase 2 Long Range Facility Plan (Stage 2) and hear beginning-of-year school highlights. They are also set to approve a consent agenda that includes a $4,025 donation for an ASCEND student equity conference, overnight field trips, and meeting minutes. A closed session is scheduled under state law covering personnel, special education placements, and pending litigation.
- Phase 2 Long Range Facility Plan (Stage 2) presentation
- $4,025 donation from an anonymous donor to support the ASCEND Student Equity Conference
- Approval of overnight field trips and trips exceeding 200 miles
- Acknowledgment of FOIA requests received by the district
- Approval of minutes from the August 11, 2025 board meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board approved a resolution to issue up to $88 million in refunding bonds and authorized payment of $6,082,641.12 in bills. A consent agenda was adopted including $5,000 donation from T-Mobile and acknowledgment of FOIA requests. Presentations on the FY26 budget and capital projects were received, and a closed session was held for personnel and student matters.
- Approved resolution for up to $88,000,000 General Obligation Refunding School Bonds
- Authorized payment of bills totaling $6,082,641.12
- Accepted a $5,000 donation through T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Program
- Received FY26 Budget Presentation (information only)
- Heard Operations Project Update on capital projects
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Board will vote on the consent agenda, including approving minutes, acknowledging FOIA requests, granting permanent and temporary easements to the DuPage Water Commission for its WaterLink Project, and accepting a $75,000 Boundless Educators Initiative Grant Award. They also approved individual building administrator contracts for several staff members. The meeting began with a closed session for personnel, student placement, and litigation matters.
- Approval of building administrator contracts for Angelique Ayala (Dean of Students), Tequila Butler (Assistant Principal), Krystina Lewis (Assistant Principal - Special Education), and Camille Wright (Dean of Students)
- Resolution authorizing permanent and temporary construction easements to the DuPage Water Commission for its WaterLink Project
- Acceptance of a $75,000 Boundless Educators Initiative Grant Award
- Acknowledgment of FOIA requests received by the district
- Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2025 Board meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board approved building and district administrator contracts, including Spencer Brown as Dean of Students and Katherine Renz as Director. They also discussed an information item on the Old Traughber Redevelopment Proposal, a proposal to redevelop former school property. A consent agenda was approved, including a $38,378 refund for overpayment of IDEA grant funds. The board also received information on copier machine RFP, 2025-26 facility fees, an intergovernmental agreement with the Oswego Fire Department, and board protocols.
- Old Traughber Redevelopment Proposal – discussion of redeveloping former school property
- Approval of Building Administrator Contract for Spencer Brown (Dean of Students)
- Approval of District Administrator Contract for Katherine Renz (Director)
- Refund of $38,378 for overpayment of grant year 2023 IDEA Flow-Through Fund
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Oswego Fire Department for 2025-26
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Special Board of Education Workshop
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education met for a special workshop to approve several operational contracts and vendor agreements. The board also held a closed session regarding employee compensation and professional ethics.
- Approved BSN Sports, LLC - Option A as the exclusive district-wide athletic apparel and equipment provider
- Approved a Data Visualization and Warehouse Platform
- Approved Building Administrator contracts for Courtney Kayne, Angela Shiplett, and Christopher Taylor
- Approved field trips for the Quad County Urban League
- Held closed session regarding employee appointment, compensation, and professional ethics
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board entered closed session for personnel and negotiations, then approved administrator contracts and a five-year agreement with the Oswego Custodial Maintenance Association. Presentations included the Phase I Long Range Master Facility Plan, a DuPage Water Commission pipeline project, athletic equipment procurement, and a new English IV novel selection.
- Approved building administrator contracts for Jay Peterson (assistant principal) and Joseph Scarpino (dean of students)
- Renewed district administrator contracts for Brent Kiger (IMRF Director) and Kevin McDonald (Assistant Director)
- Approved a 5-year professional agreement (2025-2030) with the Oswego Custodial Maintenance Association
- Presented Phase I Long Range Master Facility Plan (information only)
- Presented DuPage Water Commission Water Link Project and Athletic Equipment RFP recommendations
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Special Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego School District 308 Board of Education approved a resolution to enter an emergency contract with Trane U.S. Inc. for a rooftop unit replacement at Traughber Junior High School. The meeting included public comment and procedural items. Only this action item was considered.
- Approval of emergency contract with Trane U.S. Inc. for RTU replacement at Traughber Junior High (pending attorney approval)
- Board voted unanimously (7-0) to approve the resolution
- Contract invoked emergency exception under Illinois School Code and Joint Purchasing Act
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board held a closed session for personnel and collective bargaining, then opened public session. They voted to approve building administrator contracts for Melissa Crisci, Kenneth Spranger, and Steven Tracy, as well as a district administrator contract for Dr. Jennifer Cooper-Wells. A presentation on the Oswego Police Partnership was given. The consent agenda included approval of previous minutes, FOIA requests, field trips, and stipend recommendations.
- Approval of building administrator contracts: Melissa Crisci (Assistant Principal), Kenneth Spranger (Principal), Steven Tracy (Athletic Director) for 2025-2026
- Approval of district administrator contract: Dr. Jennifer Cooper-Wells (Executive Director) for 2025-2026
- Presentation on Oswego Police Partnership
- Winter athletic recognition for SkillsUSA state championship students
- PRIDE awards for eight staff members
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Special Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education held a special meeting to reorganize following recent elections. The board recognized outgoing members, administered the oath of office to four new members, and elected officers including Dominick Cirone as President, Heather Martin as Vice President, and Mary Jo Wenmouth as Secretary. They also approved Option 1 for the 2025-26 regular board meeting calendar.
- Recognition of outgoing Board Members LaTonya Simelton, Eugene Gatewood, Jared Ploger, and Jennifer Johnson
- Oath of office administered to new Board Members Dr. Heather Martin, Brandi Robinson, Dr. Rovel Rucker-Pollock, and Erika Sieh
- Election of Dominick Cirone as Board President
- Election of Dr. Heather Martin as Vice President and Mary Jo Wenmouth as Secretary
- Approval of Option 1 for the 2025-26 regular board meeting dates and times
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board will hold a public hearing on renewing a state waiver for show choir, then vote on the application. They also plan to approve building administrator contracts, though details are not public until after the vote. The meeting began with a closed session on personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation.
- Public hearing on renewal of Show Choir State Waiver Application
- Approval of Building Administrator contracts (details withheld until approved)
- PRIDE recognitions for certified and non-certified staff at multiple schools
- Closed session under IL statutes for personnel, collective bargaining, litigation, and closed session minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board will enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation. In open session, they will recognize student achievements, hear public comment, and receive the Facilities and Operations Annual Report. Consent agenda items include approving March 17 meeting minutes, acknowledging FOIA requests, approving field trips, and accepting a Casey's Cash for Classrooms grant.
- Closed session under state statutes for personnel, collective bargaining, and pending litigation
- Student recognitions for swim/dive, gymnastics, wrestling, Business Professionals of America, and National Merit finalists
- Facilities and Operations Annual Report presented for information
- Consent agenda: approval of March 17, 2025 meeting minutes, FOIA requests, field trips over 200 miles, and Casey's Cash for Classrooms Grant
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education approved the SD308 Strategic Plan on a 6-1 vote. The board also voted to enter closed session to discuss employee matters, collective bargaining, student discipline, and litigation. Consent agenda items were approved, including meeting minutes, FOIA requests, a field trip, a prom vendor, and IHSA membership for both high schools. Public comment and staff recognitions were also held.
- Approved SD308 Strategic Plan (6-1)
- Entered closed session under IL statutes for personnel, collective bargaining, student discipline, and litigation
- Consent agenda approved: Feb. 24 and March 3 meeting minutes, FOIA acknowledgments, overnight field trip, OEHS 2026 prom vendor, and IHSA membership for Oswego and Oswego East High School
- PRIDE recognitions for certified and non-certified staff at Thompson, Traughber, Bednarcik, and Goal schools
- Public comment opportunity with 3-minute speaking limit
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Public Forum
The Board of Education is holding a public forum featuring student-led roundtable discussions on topics including cell phones, respect, missing class, and mental health. The meeting also includes an opportunity for public comment. No binding decisions are on the agenda.
- Student-led roundtable discussions on cell phones, respect, missing class, cultural responsiveness, censorship, academics/extracurriculars, and mental health
- Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
- Presentation attachment: Student Led Board Forum (1) Presentation.pdf (1,860 KB)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board held a closed session for personnel and litigation matters, then reconvened to approve a three-year contract for Assistant Superintendent Markisha Mitchell (2025-2028) by a 6-1 vote, with member Jennifer Johnson dissenting. The personnel report was approved unanimously. Recognitions were given to staff from four elementary schools, and the board received monthly financial reports.
- Approved 2025-2028 Assistant Superintendent contract for Markisha Mitchell (6-1 vote)
- Approved personnel report (unanimous)
- PRIDE recognitions for staff at East View Academy, Homestead, Wheatlands, and Grande Park Elementary
- Received financial information including treasury report, investment summary, and budget report as of Jan. 31, 2025
- Closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) (personnel) and 2(c)(11) (pending litigation)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The board voted to approve a professional agreement with the Oswego Education Support Professionals Association covering 2025-2030. They also received presentations on Aramark's food service update and the work of Diverse Learners' Task Forces. The meeting began with a closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation matters.
- Approval of the 2025-2030 Professional Agreement with the Oswego Education Support Professionals Association (OESPA)
- Presentation from Aramark on food service, including impact of Second Chance Breakfast at Churchill Elementary
- Presentation summarizing Diverse Learners' Task Forces
- Closed session under Illinois statutes for personnel, collective bargaining, and pending litigation
- Consent agenda approved including Jan 27 meeting minutes, FOIA requests, and overnight/over-200-mile field trips
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education met to review a strategic plan update and handle administrative approvals. The board also held a closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, security, and litigation.
- Strategic Plan Update presentation
- Approval of overnight and/or over 200-mile field trips for IHSA Post-Season
- Acknowledgement of Freedom of Information (FOIA) requests
- Closed session regarding employee compensation, discipline, and performance
- Closed session regarding school building safety and security procedures
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 Board of Education Meeting
The Board will discuss a proposal from 25 educators to add seven new novels to high school English courses at a one-time cost of $70,390.67. Also on the agenda are recognitions for students and staff, an iLEAD program update, and approval of consent items including meeting minutes and FOIA requests.
- Proposal to add seven novels to HS English curriculum at $70,390.67 one-time cost
- Closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation matters
- Recognition of IHSA swim/dive, golf, art ambassadors, and PRIDE award winners
- iLEAD foundational practices update
- Consent agenda includes minutes from Dec 9, 2024 meeting and FOIA requests