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North Shore SD 112 board holds governance workshop to clarify roles and communication
Summary
At a July 9 special meeting, the North Shore SD 112 board and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Monica Schroeder took part in a facilitated workshop led by consultant Marty Brooks to strengthen governance practices and clarify the board's role versus superintendent operational leadership.
President Art Kessler called the North Shore School District 112 Board of Education to order on July 9, 2026, at 6:02 p.m. in the district office in Highwood. Consultant Marty Brooks facilitated a workshop with the full board and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Monica Schroeder aimed at strengthening the board's collective governance structure and aligning the district's mission and operational focus.
The workshop focused on defining agreements around professional behavior and board roles, establishing protocols for communication and decision-making, and emphasizing civil, independent, and transparent interactions. Minutes record an explicit emphasis on clearly distinguishing governance responsibilities (the board) from the superintendent's operational leadership (the administration). No public comments were recorded during this agenda item.
