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Student withdrawal and TrueNorth cooperative concerns raised during public comment and committee reports
Summary
Public commenters Levi and Michael Havdala described a student withdrawal and frustrations with the district. Committee reports noted upcoming Art in Bloom events and concerns that Glenbrook District 225’s proposed withdrawal from TrueNorth could threaten the cooperative’s financial stability; District 112 intends to remain in TrueNorth.
During the public‑comment portion of the April 22 meeting, student Levi Havdala spoke about his withdrawal from the district and the challenges he faced with classmates; his parent, Michael Havdala, expressed frustration and disappointment with the district that led to the withdrawal.
In committee reports, Board member Melissa Itkin highlighted the D112 Education Foundation’s Art in Bloom events and partnerships with Ravinia Festival. Separately, Ms. Hirsh and Superintendent Dr. Michael Lubelfeld reported that Glenbrook District 225 is pursuing legislative change to withdraw from the TrueNorth cooperative in a manner that may conflict with the cooperative’s Articles of Agreement. District leaders said the potential withdrawal raises concerns about TrueNorth’s financial stability; Dr. Lubelfeld stated that District 112 plans to remain in the cooperative and will monitor developments.
