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Superintendent reports flat state funding outlook and rising health-insurance claims

Meridian Community Unit School District 223 Board of Education · February 4, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent Dr. Plourde told the board the district expects flat or slightly reduced state funding and that rising health-insurance claims have prompted some cooperative members to explore self-funding options.

During his superintendent's report, Dr. Plourde said the district expects flat or slightly reduced funding from Springfield and noted changes at the IHSA Board of Directors. He also reported a substantial increase in health-insurance claims for the district's cooperative; the minutes state some cooperative members are exploring self-funding options.

The minutes also record that FOIA requests have been completed and that the superintendent attended local athletic events and professional meetings. The board listed upcoming trainings and the ISBE Advocacy Meeting in Springfield on March 24, where transportation costs and ADA compliance will be discussed with legislators.