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Board hires Addison Welsh as high-school softball coach after closed-session personnel discussion
Summary
Following a closed-session personnel meeting, the Illini Central Board approved the employment of Addison Welsh as high-school softball coach; the motion was passed by roll-call vote 7-0 on Feb. 19, 2026.
After convening in closed session for personnel matters pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), the Illini Central Board of Education returned to open session and approved the employment of activities staff member Addison Welsh as high‑school softball coach. The motion to hire was made by Kent Renken, seconded by Chelsey Lemme, and the roll-call vote recorded all ayes.
The minutes record the hiring action but do not include contract terms, salary, start date or other employment details. The board entered closed session at 8:17 p.m. and exited at 8:42 p.m.; the hiring motion was approved before the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
