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Skokie SD 68 reports enrollment increase to 1,717 students; ECC enrollment up 53

Skokie School District 68 Board of Education · September 20, 2024
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Summary

Superintendent reported district enrollment rose to 1,717 students (up ~4%), with early childhood center enrollment up by 53; ECC capacity is planned at seven classrooms with flexible AM/PM programming.

The superintendent reported that District 68’s six‑day enrollment total is 1,717 students, an increase of about 65 students (roughly 4%) from last year. The early childhood center (ECC) enrollment grew by 53 students and elementary enrollment declined by about 30 while middle school enrollment increased by about 42 students. The superintendent noted that 2021 boundary adjustments continue to affect year‑to‑year movement and that the district will monitor specific elementary schools for enrollment fluctuation.

On ECC capacity, trustees asked for the total new student capacity in the planned ECC facility; the administration said the building will have seven classrooms with flexible scheduling for AM/PM programming and an option to add an eighth room if needed. The superintendent said community engagement related to the strategic plan and ECC rollout will continue as planning details are finalized. The district also reported a recent $25,000 incentive tied to geothermal sustainability work from ComEd as part of operational savings reporting.