Palatine Community Unit School District 211 public meetings in 2021
17 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2021 tax levy and then consider adopting it. The board will also discuss an equity and cultural audit, review academic goals for 2021-2026, and consider several financial and operational items including bus bids and a COBRA benefits contract. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, bills for payment, and personnel recommendations.
- Public hearing and adoption of the 2021 tax levy
- Equity & Cultural Audit Themes and Recommendations presentation
- Bid for Consideration - Buses
- COBRA Benefit Services Administration contract
- Proposed Policy Revision: JFCH Prevention and Response to Student Bullying
211 Together -- Special Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education is holding a special meeting focused on student support services. The agenda includes a panel presentation on student support services, responses to pre-submitted public questions, and a public comment period. The meeting is primarily informational and interactive, with no formal decisions listed.
- Panel on student support services with Matthew Hildebrand, Jacquese Gilbert, and Dr. Mary Pat Krones
- Responses to pre-submitted and written questions from the public
- Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit, max 30 minutes
- Meeting livestreamed; masks required
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a public hearing and consider a waiver request, then vote on the 2021 proposed tax levy and several policy changes, including a new suicide and depression awareness policy. The board will also act on consent agenda items such as bills, personnel, and a bid, and may take action on retirement requests, a worker's compensation settlement, and disciplinary action for an employee.
- Public hearing on a request for waiver of school code (driver education)
- 2021 Proposed Tax Levy and Truth in Taxation Resolution
- Proposed new policy JHCE Suicide and Depression Awareness and Prevention
- Approval of bills for payment and bid for consideration
- Action on retirement requests, worker's compensation settlement, and discipline for Jerry Song
Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education will review the 2021 Tax Levy and a presentation on the strategic planning process. Discussions include proposed policies regarding suicide and depression awareness, as well as instructional materials and teaching controversial topics.
- Presentation on 2021 Tax Levy
- Proposed New Policy: Suicide and Depression Awareness and Prevention
- Discussion of Downtown Palatine TIF Extension Intergovernmental Agreement
- Action on Sale of Surplus School Property
- Recognition of National Merit Scholars from various high schools
Special Board of Education Meeting
This is a special board meeting with public comment followed by a closed session to discuss collective bargaining with employees. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Public comment period (sign-in by 6:30 p.m., speakers typically 3-5 minutes)
- Closed session to discuss collective negotiating matters [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Special Board of Education Meeting - Cancelled
This special Board of Education meeting for August 5, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included procedural items (roll call, pledge, public comments) and an action item on updated Illinois Department of Public Health masking guidance, but no decisions were made because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting cancelled
- Updated IDPH masking guidance listed as action item
- Public comment sign-in 6:15-6:55 p.m. (not held)
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education is scheduled to vote on the 2021-2022 Student Building Construction Program and updated safety protocols for the new school year. The board will also review the use of ESSER funding and approve the 2021-2022 Transportation Fund budget. Additionally, the board will accept a donation of iPad insurance from the Palatine Township and Women's Club of Inverness.
- Vote on 2021-2022 Student Building Construction Program
- Vote on Updated Safety Protocols and Mask Guidance for Schools
- Review of Use of ESSER Funding in District 211
- Review of 2021-2022 Tentative Budget: Transportation Fund
- Acceptance of donation of iPad insurance from Palatine Township and Women's Club of Inverness
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 17, 2021, at the G.A. McElroy Administration Center. The board will consider action on the District 211 Equity Plan and a Phase II Equity and Cultural Audit, along with other new business items. The agenda also includes consent agenda items, policy revisions, and a closed session for personnel matters.
- Action on District 211 Equity Plan and Equity and Cultural Audit Phase II
- Resolution directing interfund transfers for life safety projects
- Health and Dental Program Claims Administration contract
- Panorama Education Software Platform contract
- Approval of bills for payment and financial reports
Special Board of Education Meeting
This is a special board meeting with public comment, followed by a closed session to discuss self-evaluation, practices, procedures, or professional ethics as permitted by state law. The board will then return to open session and adjourn. No other business is listed.
- Public comment period with sign-in before 6:30 p.m. and 3-5 minute speaking limit
- Closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(16) for self-evaluation and professional ethics
- Meeting live-streamed on District 211 YouTube channel
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting, including a closed session for personnel matters. In open session, the board will discuss a proposed new policy on educational technologies and student data privacy, as well as revisions to policies on school board meetings and bidding requirements. They will also receive updates on the current and upcoming school years and consider consent agenda items such as bills, financial reports, and personnel recommendations.
- Proposed new policy: Use of Educational Technologies and Student Data Privacy and Security
- Proposed policy revisions: BD School Board Meetings and DJC Bidding Requirements
- Consent agenda includes approval of bills for payment and financial reports as of April 30, 2021
- Resolution authorizing intervention in State Property Tax Appeal Board proceedings
- Action on termination of employee Rebeca Garcia
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 13, 2021, at Hoffman Estates High School, with public comment via Zoom and in person. The board will take action on a consolidated district grant plan, spring and summer curriculum projects, the Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization (NSSEO) budget, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Northwest Educational Council for Student Success. They will also discuss potential policy reviews, SAT preparation as curriculum, and community representation in negotiations.
- Consolidated District Grant Plan (action)
- Spring Curriculum Committee Report and Summer Curriculum Projects (actions)
- Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization Budget for 2021-2022 (action)
- Northwest Educational Council for Student Success Intergovernmental Agreement (action)
- Discussion of SAT preparation as curriculum and potential policy reviews
Board of Education Organizational Meeting
The Board of Education will convene to elect new officers, including President, Vice President, and Secretary. The meeting also includes the administration of the oath of office for new members and the adoption of previous board policies.
- Election of Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
- Administration of oath of office by Kevin Jauch
- Adoption of policies from the preceding Board of Education
- Appointment of President Pro Tempore and Secretary Pro Tempore
- Discussion regarding Pledge of Allegiance at Board meetings
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education is meeting to certify the official results of the April 6, 2021 school board election, organize the new board, and adjourn sine die (ending the current board's term). The agenda also includes recognition of state award winners and students who assisted at an automobile accident, plus approval of the prior meeting's minutes. Public comment will be heard in person and via Zoom.
- Certification of April 6, 2021 school board election official results
- Organization of new board and adjournment sine die
- Recognition of state award winners in debate, group interpretation, and badminton
- Recognition of students for support at an automobile accident
- Approval of minutes from April 8, 2021 regular meeting
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to reduce the teaching workforce, including releasing non-tenured teachers and first-year teacher assistants. The board will also consider purchasing electronic devices for a one-to-one program, approve routine consent items, and discuss school start times for 2021-2022.
- Public hearing and resolution on reduction-in-force of teaching positions
- Release of first-year teacher assistants, certified nursing assistants, and non-ISBE licensed nurse
- One-to-One program and electronic device purchase
- Approval of bills for payment
- Starting times for 2021-2022
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget & Finance Committee of Palatine Community Unit School District 211 is meeting to discuss and receive information on a long-range facilities planning update and tax refund information. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of the previous meeting's minutes, and scheduling of future meetings.
- Presentation: Long-Range Facilities Planning Update and Tax Refund Information
- Public comments (max 5 minutes per citizen)
- Approval of minutes from February 4, 2021 meeting
Board of Education Meeting
The Palatine Community Unit School District 211 Board of Education will meet on February 18, 2021, at Hoffman Estates High School, with public comment via Zoom and in-person. The board will consider a resolution to abate a portion of 2020 taxes, authorize a lawsuit against Juul Labs, and approve elevator modernization at Palatine and Conant high schools. They will also hear a long-range financial planning update and vote on student fees for 2021-2022.
- Resolution abating a portion of 2020 tax year levies
- Lawsuit against Juul Labs, Inc.
- Elevator modernization at Palatine High School and James B. Conant High School
- 2021-2022 student user fees and 2022 summer school fees
- Approval of bills for payment and financial reports
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting
The Budget & Finance Committee of Palatine Community Unit School District 211 is meeting to discuss a presentation on long-range financial planning, including an FY21 update, student fees, the 2020 levy abatement, and service continuity. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of prior meeting minutes, and scheduling of future meetings.
- Presentation on Long-Range Financial Planning: FY21 Update, Student Fees, 2020 Levy Abatement, Service Continuity
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per citizen
- Approval of minutes from October 1, 2020 meeting