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Administrators report athletics results, summer programs, partnerships and a $14,500 food-forest grant
Summary
Administrators highlighted athletic achievements, curriculum work with Illustrative Math, a K–5 summer school enrollment of 30, a completed Year 1 of the Heart of Illinois CEO program, and a Trees Forever inspection confirming eligibility for $14,500 in food-forest grant reimbursement.
Mr. Culp reported that the high school baseball team reached a regional championship, girls track placed 12th at the IHSA State Finals with Carly Ulrich earning a fourth-place medal in the triple jump, and other spring/fall athletic activities are underway with summer workouts and camps.
Dr. Rock described curriculum-related work including meetings with Illustrative Math about high-school materials, collaboration with Roanoke-Benson for course opportunities for LW students in 2026–27, and the K–5 summer school program (Red, White, and Ready to Learn) beginning June 23 with current enrollment of 30 students. The minutes note continued partnerships for 2026–27 with the University of Illinois Extension Office and the Center for Prevention of Abuse, and expansion of D.A.R.E. to 5th and 8th grades.
Dr. Merila reported online registration launched June 8 and that 13% of returning families had started registration as of the referenced Monday; Mrs. Clymer is assisting families with the new online process. Trees Forever completed an inspection confirming eligibility for full reimbursement of a $14,500 food-forest grant; the Savanna Institute will produce a public-facing food forest map by the end of August.
