District 112 approves notice of intent to withdraw from TrueNorth cooperative

The North Shore School District 112 Board voted unanimously to approve Resolution 250626 — a Notice of Intent to Withdraw from the TrueNorth Education Cooperative. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Monica Schroeder explained that many member districts had already filed intent to withdraw, and if District 112 remained the lone member it would risk assuming all TrueNorth assets and liabilities.

"This is the beginning of a lengthy process, and the focus needs to remain on student needs," Dr. Monica Schroeder said, according to the meeting record. The district is participating in a group of member districts represented by the Franczek law firm and has asked the TrueNorth Leadership Council to consider an amendment to waive an independent program self-evaluation that would otherwise prove costly. The record also notes that Dr. Schneider, the superintendent of TrueNorth, submitted his resignation effective mid-July.

Board member Lisa Hirsh, who represents District 112 on the TrueNorth Leadership Council, expressed regret at the cooperative’s condition and urged careful planning for special programs moving forward. President Art Kessler called for a roll-call vote; the motion passed with all seven members voting in favor. The administration described ongoing conversations among districts about how the next two years will proceed and emphasized attention to continuity of services for students.