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Votes at a glance
- Hooverwood Elementary principal hire: Board approved a three‑year contract for Sean Deggeman to begin July 1, 2025. Motion to approve was made by Aaron Kilberg and seconded by RJ Mathis. Roll call: Arlandu — Yes; Gonzalez Thomas — Yes; Mathis — Yes; Meadows — not present; Sliger — Yes; Ann Kilberg — Yes; motion passed.
- Consent agenda (minutes, personnel report, payroll/bills, closed-session review, donation acceptances, textbook on display, acceptance of FY2024 comprehensive financial report and related items): Motion carried in a roll call vote with members voting Yes (Meadows present and voting Yes at time of roll call; see transcript for individual roll‑call order). Motion to approve consent agenda was moved and seconded; Cindy led roll call. Motion passes.
- Resolution supporting Vision 02/1930: Motion by Danielle (moved) and seconded by Erin to adopt a resolution expressing district support for the state’s Vision 02/1930; roll call vote was unanimous among members present and the motion passed.
- Batavia Fine Arts Center rental rate adjustments: Board approved adjusted rental rates and fee changes (including removal of buyouts for weekly packages and a new staff meal package for extended-day rentals). Motion passed on roll call.
- Rejection of bids for demolition and flooring at Alice Gustafson and JB Nelson schools: The board voted to reject all bids for Trade Package 02A‑1 (demolition) and 09F (flooring) after bids came in substantially above the project budget. Motion to reject bids passed on roll call; administration said it plans to re-scope and re-bid later in the year.
- Purchases for district technology: Board authorized (a) purchase of 368 staff laptops and 25 desktops from IT Savvy in the amount of $438,121; (b) purchase of 1,077 Chromebooks from IT Savvy for $439,027 (4‑year warranty/coverage included); and (c) wired network equipment and associated five‑year support at a cost not to exceed $675,973 (administration intends to pursue E‑rate funding to reduce district share). Each purchase was approved by roll‑call vote.

What the actions mean
The new principal hire completes the board’s selection process for Hooverwood Elementary and places the incoming principal on a three‑year contract starting July 1, 2025. The technology purchases represent the district’s multi‑year refresh strategy for staff devices and student Chromebooks; administrators said they negotiated multi‑year coverage and used a competitive procurement process. The wired network purchase is tied to an infrastructure refresh (switching and closet gear) intended to sustain classroom Wi‑Fi improvements promised in earlier work.

Facilities items drew particular attention: flooring bids for two elementary schools were rejected after contractors’ quotes exceeded the project budget by a significant margin; administration told the board the project would be re-scoped and likely rebid later in the year. The board also approved modest fee increases and structural changes to the Batavia Fine Arts Center rental policy designed to align daily/weekly rates and reduce administrative ticketing complications.

Administration repeatedly told the board it intends to use available E‑rate funding when possible to lower the district’s outlay for wiring and networking equipment; the wired network purchase included a contingency tied to E‑rate approval. The board’s adoption of Vision 02/1930 was presented as a nonbinding statement of support for statewide priorities such as educator recruitment, retention, and full funding of public education.

Meeting evidence
The board’s discussion and roll calls for each of the actions are recorded in the meeting transcript; excerpts include the motion and the roll call tallies for each vote. The superintendent and relevant directors presented each item before the board voted.

Ending
The board approved the items listed above and moved on to additional agenda business, including a longer discussion about district bullying and reporting procedures and several public‑facing announcements and committee updates.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Batavia Public School District 101 Board of Education Meeting for February 18, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Batavia USD 101’s Board of Education approved several formal actions during its Feb. 18 meeting, including the hiring of a new elementary principal, districtwide technology purchases and changes to Fine Arts Center fees.","taxTitle","Batavia USD 101, School Boards, Illinois","taxId",74132,"location","Illinois","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6323251,"Batavia Special Education Parent Network schedules resource fair with more than 55 vendors",277,2289000,2566000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e&start=2289&end=2566","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e/thumbnail_2289000.jpg","/articles/6323251/Illinois/Batavia-Special-Education-Parent-Network-schedules-resource-fair-with-more-than-55-vendors","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323251-4991ba76d09cc9e413d0fed6295e459b/orig.mp4?Expires=1775725978&Signature=aC4LBdFcBz~9IdXzUwoGqGpXVfxK9MsomBCpcRhz1e0NwPOpO5fRuf5t3lE4Qz1GOXC~wJ1Gx-PFjjMwbiWDEnc9JzWT98sT2nTgh5Yy6C8fejtqxDT~5B9OyPYJC6GFkO0FcM-j2LopL4Cw9wqk-5X6mw~um5j~H3lV13YrwvERNv9lOkOiKp5Cj67UiqCj-Bf3gynDnyud0VMXot90sA9tiOPuox2O4vpPTTFgHGOvYfhK8Fk2HmzqAmp93Dwphv193ZLgHw1C2If34UN66Yg2zvWAP09V8CzIHNvpBPZXXLJYhB~fE02msjmiVofdlRogrpdHIcs4Gd~bEf~5ZA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Representatives of the Batavia Special Education Parent Network (BSPN, also referred to as ESPN in remarks) told the board on Feb. 18 that their annual resource fair will be held Thursday, Feb. 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Batavia High School cafeteria.

What organizers said
Leanne Rodriguez (speech pathologist) and parent volunteer Ashley Murtaugh described the network’s work connecting families of students with special education needs. They said the fair has grown from about 13 vendors in 2014 to more than 55 this year, with exhibitors spanning recreational programs, therapy providers and community supports; the Batavia Fire and Police departments are also scheduled to attend.

Who should attend and how to get information
Organizers said the fair is open to Batavia Public School families and to families from neighboring districts; children are welcome. BSPN provides a website (bspn-batavia.org) and a Facebook page for updates, and organizers encouraged board members and staff to stop by the event.

Ending
Board members praised the event as a large regional resource and thanked volunteers and staff who support the fair. Organizers noted the event is volunteer-run and encouraged attendance.","Leaders of the Batavia Special Education Parent Network (BSPN / ESPN) told the board about a resource fair set for Feb. 20 at Batavia High School featuring more than 55 vendors offering therapies, recreation and support services; organizers said the event is open to district families and the wider community.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6323256,"Board asks for clearer bullying reporting materials and stakeholder review of new ‘Safe to Help’ flowchart",1163,5769000,6932000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e&start=5769&end=6932","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e/thumbnail_5769000.jpg","/articles/6323256/Illinois/Board-asks-for-clearer-bullying-reporting-materials-and-stakeholder-review-of-new-Safe-to-Help-flowchart","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323256-afe865a81406f200973b6dba0520cb56/orig.mp4?Expires=1775725978&Signature=Wd-DAGxyfVEmnk6z9nf~V-5PPRjZijBaYw8sbuCkBw3ZrxKkDe1GxBt5HfmsyL4EBSfrCVLVsj0fFpycAIQdrMnH42Z49BT1Uimjxhk~CBL0MkXXzppZLohYhz55LguReIGuo-WjwGyaWdKsnk8f8KiQpCqGMEEpbf7nyT8LEwPNrJVnKe-xUoqVJXB9jic96LNlV~vVGGx2vFhky3o0LpN28RfBW2d~XuLOPzri0Ycdj7Td6feK6HhdqQcY~JOKZDNptVdKkkhojAGcfoQw~HPDRHQHfLkgEYSySaNi1RZ9NP1YnJltXqQSHqFsgH5OfhbioL0hPAdUOKyI57ZRYQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Board members spent a substantial portion of the Feb. 18 meeting discussing a new Safe to Help reporting flowchart posted on the Batavia USD 101 website. The flowchart maps steps administrators take after an incident is reported; board members and administrators debated whether the document as published gives parents and students adequate detail about what to expect after they submit a report.

What was presented
Administration showed the webpage location (Students → School safety helpline → Safe to Help) and displayed the flowchart that outlines the reporting process and additional considerations. The district has printed QR‑code signs for each school level (elementary, middle and high) linking to the Safe to Help page and added the reporting QR code to student IDs.

Board concerns and suggestions
Several trustees — notably Danielle, RJ and others — said the displayed flowchart is a useful high-level schematic but does not resolve parents’ recurring concerns about consistency, who to contact, and what follow‑up they should expect once a report is filed. Danielle asked that the district seek stakeholder input (including BEA, VESPA, BIC and parent representatives) to develop clearer user‑facing materials: a short “what happens next” fact sheet for people who file reports, a step‑by‑step checklist for school administrators, and templates for follow‑up communications to families of both the target and the alleged aggressor.

Administration response and next steps
Superintendent Tom and staff said administrative procedures (AP1, AP1 E7 and related documents) already document investigative steps, documentation and possible responses (from loss of privileges up to suspension/expulsion) and that building administrators receive training. The administration proposed drafting a one‑page public guide with links to the district’s administrative procedures and suggested presenting a draft to the Batavia Inter School Council (BIC) in March to obtain stakeholder feedback. The board agreed to that approach and asked administration to return with a draft and BIC input at a future meeting.

Ending
The board directed administration to synthesize a concise, public‑facing version of the flowchart, add links to administrative procedures, and seek stakeholder feedback at BIC; the board will review the results at the March meeting.","Board members discussed a new Safe to Help bullying reporting flowchart posted on the district website. Several trustees urged clearer, user‑facing guidance for parents, victims and school staff, and suggested engaging stakeholders (BEA, VESPA, BIC and families) and creating templates or follow‑up communications to improve clarity and trust.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6323261,"District puts middle‑school math curriculum on public display after committee recommendation",319,3213000,3532000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e&start=3213&end=3532","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e/thumbnail_3213000.jpg","/articles/6323261/Illinois/District-puts-middleschool-math-curriculum-on-public-display-after-committee-recommendation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323261-2e5bcdc644eaf2f96ff8cb337fd67361/orig.mp4?Expires=1775725978&Signature=QsFXxT-W-buwZxWmYpzcNeQc8B9JVefFtCteqh3TnPkcT0FGwFztfOWEV5lYqhEEhPshUro1KU6485iU0JJQwVgdr2IxAUwkC1UyK5H3Tyc4IMxzfpBY4y3pgjBuDATCBQeedodoU6Mg8AFsv597tzZemo6hu-ITXAW48CYIsES0UWNcNwl57Xbtj-PImDuVcu8KEKfB5ZFN1lqs74XJeX~E~du1jPE-mX4AyAWwt1Y4yqzrMNTf-egs5M3j~naqm~AtRhdelkYW41uLOaLYVP0y9QJtc4GaIwzFpkwPV6cF6WZqdKDJLjMHYfhA9GqQDqwgrC1xHElAWYcZAZ7rEQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Batavia USD 101 administrators told the Board of Education on Feb. 18 that a proposed middle‑school math curriculum is on public display for review before a final vote next month.

Why it’s under review
Administrators said stagnant recent math growth prompted a SALT team—comprised primarily of district math teachers across grade levels—to evaluate materials used by neighboring districts. The team unanimously recommended a curriculum that aligns more closely with elementary materials and includes a new compacted 7–8 course (a single course covering both seventh and eighth grade standards) to allow more students to accelerate into higher‑level high school math.

Materials and public access
The textbook and associated teacher guides are physically on display in the district office in tote bags, and the public may review printed teacher guides and student workbooks during regular working hours. A small comment card is available for public feedback (name and address optional); administrators said they will deliver any comments to the board before the scheduled vote next month.

Questions from board members
Board members asked whether surrounding districts that had adopted the product reported positive growth; administrators said neighboring districts reported improved outcomes and reasonable implementation experiences. The administration emphasized the need for multi‑year implementation support, teacher training and scaffolding to ensure EL and other students are supported as the district raises the program’s rigor. Administrators said the new sequence will preserve compacting options for advanced elementary students and add options in grades 7–8.

Ending
No final adoption vote was taken at the Feb. 18 meeting; the materials remain on public display and the board will consider final approval after public comment and further implementation planning.","District staff told the board that a math curriculum change is on display for public review and explained the rationale: stagnant math scores prompted a SALT team's unanimous recommendation to adopt a program that provides continuity with elementary materials, a new compacted 7–8 course, and supports for accelerated students.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6323266,"Louise White Elementary leaders highlight high belonging scores, new fifth‑grade jobs and school assemblies",477,382000,859000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e&start=382&end=859","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2342808-ff7ca9a53c69e03d043936d38ae45e6e/thumbnail_382000.jpg","/articles/6323266/Illinois/Louise-White-Elementary-leaders-highlight-high-belonging-scores-new-fifthgrade-jobs-and-school-assemblies","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6323266-4064ce4e7da3716265aa4a789faaa6f4/orig.mp4?Expires=1775725978&Signature=nHM-snoicEVIeqC8k37IAXIQlbKJCAv6lDntE54486mQkiMXL1d-kg5WA5xvQdNDV1y6v-5kz9WP8uwtPVIg15UTyBKkqY2LZnFKjAHpJRzGtoDSB3gIg6KcyT9bui12-a9lOilkC3iPds64LDfmKsLKiuA-2~-nYv4jUWxrWEJ5tYTKoiMDTmmRbAYHrd14OZFHi0reNYObCbYswvmhlQR-ddWexOUJRUAhAcBhfZQUNnnZL2LzBBft9zqTYUZxeT-YEgITutidRncuejbqtQi0wQPGlJNaquBafTYy~wPJOGhze34wT4qkQFEJjJjfWaEjtEXRb4Q3taT5QpHX-Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Principal Michael Wall and fifth‑grade teacher Jamie Hartness told the Batavia USD 101 Board of Education on Feb. 18 that Louise White Elementary used Panorama survey results to guide school improvement efforts centered on belonging and student interactions.

The nut of the presentation: Louise White scored in the 90th percentile nationally on belonging. Administrators nonetheless focused on the lower subscore showing student‑to‑student respect and launched several measures to strengthen peer interactions.

The approaches described included a teacher‑and‑staff School Is Awesome committee, new schoolwide assemblies coordinated with the PTO (the PTO is funding a weather‑related assembly the presenters described), and monthly focus areas tied to celebrations and incentives. In January the school concentrated on CHAMPS expectations and followed the work with a staff‑student volleyball game; February’s focus is kindness, which the school supports through buddy classrooms and a student “kindness wall” where pupils post encouraging messages.

Hartness described a new, structured fifth‑grade jobs program intended to build leadership, responsibility and belonging. Fifth‑grade students apply via a survey; school staff place students based on fit and schedules, provide an orientation and conduct a training day with experienced students. Jobs include transitions and cleanup during lunch, helping kindergarten and first‑grade students remove snow gear, checking in library books, greeting students at the front door, and leading kindergarteners to buses with posted bus signs. Jobs are offered on a trimester basis; Hartness said the program had 33 positions last trimester and 47 in the current trimester, and that the role helped meet some students’ social‑emotional needs by giving them regular interaction or a short “mental break.”

Wall said the program was developed to “increase students’ sense of belonging and connectedness” and credited the PTO and staff volunteers for supporting assemblies and celebrations. Board members asked clarifying questions about how students apply and how long positions last; Hartness said placements are trimester‑by‑trimester so different students can fill roles across the year.

Ending
The board applauded the presentation and noted Louise White’s use of survey data to direct school actions; no board action was required. Administrators said initiatives would continue through the school year.","Principal Michael Wall and teacher Jamie Hartness presented steps taken at Louise White Elementary after Panorama survey results showed strong belonging but lower student‑to‑student respect; initiatives include a School Is Awesome committee, monthly focus themes, PTO‑funded assemblies and a structured fifth‑grade volunteer jobs program.","actionData","errors"]

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