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Superintendent says district tracking 106 bills as legislature considers teacher evaluation, cellphone and K‑2 suspension changes
Summary
Superintendent Matt Rich told the board the district's lobbyists are tracking about 106 bills, including proposals on teacher evaluation, cell‑phone policies, and K‑2 suspension limits; he expects more clarity by the May meeting.
Superintendent Matt Rich briefed the board on state legislative activity, saying the district's lobbyists (LEND) are watching roughly 106 bills currently in the 'bill swap' process between the Illinois House and Senate. Items being monitored include proposed removal of student growth requirements from teacher evaluations, possible limits on student cell phone use in schools, and potential limitations on suspensions for K‑2 students.
Rich told trustees he expects more clarity at the district's May meeting, including where key bills stand and how any enacted changes might affect district policy and practice. No formal board action was requested at the April meeting; the district will continue to monitor and report developments.
