A recording from tonight’s meeting will be available on the District 54 YouTube channel after it has finished processing.
Call to Order
The Board meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m.
Public Comment
- A District 54 parent asked the Board to reconsider the athletic participation fee approved at the March 2026 meeting.
- Another District 54 parent spoke about the Imagine IM math curriculum and ways to augment it.
Recognition
The School Board recognized 60 employees who have given 25, 30 or 35 years of service to District 54. Click here for a complete list of honorees.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT – Teaching and Learning Trimester 3 Update
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
District 54 utilizes Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for students academically, socially, emotionally and behaviorally. Tier 1 involves whole-class instruction, small group differentiation, and data monitoring. When additional support is needed (Tier 2), student intervention plans are developed during weekly MTSS plan meetings. Students who do not respond to targeted Tier 2 supports (generally 1-5% of students) receive a more intensive Tier 3 intervention.
The behavioral component of MTSS is the PBIS program in District 54 (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports). PBIS, intertwined with the District 54 social-emotional learning curriculum, gives students the tools they need to be safe and successful at school. PBIS relies on proactive, preventative instruction in Tier 1. PBIS also has a second tier for students who need extra support, and a third tier with individualized Behavior Intervention Plans. District 54 believes that discipline is an opportunity for helping students improve their behavior. The ultimate goal is that discipline is fair and restorative, bringing a student back into the school community.
Math Curriculum Implementation
The Math Task Force met on April 9, 2026, to reflect on the first year of using the Origo Stepping Stones and Imagine IM math curriculum, which was approved by the Board in January 2025 and implemented in August 2025. Celebrations included:
- Increased student ownership in the classroom;
- Improved mathematical discourse and math vocabulary;
- Teachers acting as facilitators while students engaged in problem-solving; and
- Improved concept retention due to real world examples, engagement and hands-on opportunities.
For year 2, District 54 staff will focus on incorporating all components of the 60-minute math framework, including numeracy, lesson activities, practice time and reflection. District 54 also will continue to monitor progress and provide professional development to support teachers with refining instruction.
Future Ready Task Force
The Future Ready Task Force was formed this year to prepare students for the evolving educational and workforce landscape. This group of educators from every school, grade level, department and program centered its work on aligning innovative learning skills, social-emotional learning (SEL), and core curriculum standards, with an emphasis on collaboration and adaptability. The group took a deep dive into artificial intelligence (AI), with training on effective prompting, practical applications, and ethical, cognitive, and environmental considerations, while reinforcing academic integrity. Tools, such as the Future Ready Checklist and AI Use Matrix, were introduced to guide purposeful AI use in classrooms.
District 54 will launch a pilot in May to collect data on how students and teachers interact with these tools. Feedback from a junior high student panel stressed the importance of strong teacher relationships and responsible AI use, reinforcing the need for balanced integration. In August, teachers will be introduced to tools and strategies to use for planning. In January 2027, teachers will be trained on how students can leverage future ready tools through Google Classroom. Digital citizenship and responsible device use, including AI considerations, will remain a focus.
Student Device Management for Families
District 54 is exploring parental device management tools that would allow families to monitor usage and restrict sites/apps outside of school hours. A pilot is underway, and feedback will determine if these tools will be made available to families in the 2026-27 school year.
Freedom of Information Act Requests
District 54 received and replied to eight Freedom of Information Act requests since the last report to the Board, related to bid results, contracts, emails, payments, the United Nations and purchasing records.
Consent Agenda
The Board approved the following items on the Consent Agenda.
- The resignation, leaves, retirement, employment and salary adjustment of personnel
- Checks dated April 2 and 17, 2026
- The treasurer’s report on cash and investments for March 2026
- The monthly update of revenues and expenditures for March 2026
- The treasurer’s bond for the 2026-27 fiscal year
- The voluntary parent-paid student accident insurance plan for the 2026-27 school year
- The purchase of technology licensing and support
President’s Report
Board President Nick Scipione wished all staff a happy Educators Appreciation Week. He congratulated Mike Tracy, a Keller paraprofessional, who received the Village of Schaumburg Volunteer of the Year Award.
Mr. Scipione paused for a moment to remember Bob Lyons, a former District 211 teacher, Schaumburg Library Board Member and pillar of the community who passed away this morning.
District citizen’s advisory committee report
Board Member Bob Kaplan reported that DCAC heard a report on opportunities for student involvement in District 54 through music, art, clubs, camps and more.
Foundation report
Board Member Jim Pye said the Foundation is hosting its golf outing on June 8. Sign up on the Foundation’s website. Additional opportunities to support the Foundation include the Septemberfest parking and food booth on Labor Day weekend, the Run to Read on Sept. 20 and the Craft & Vendor Fair on Nov. 7.
New Business
- The Board approved the minutes of the regular and closed-session Board of Education meeting on April 16, 2026
- The Board rescinded the following policies because the content is covered in other policies:
- The Board approved revisions to the following policies:
discussion topic – superintendent Search update
Representatives from Hazard Young Attea (HYA) presented a Leadership Profile Report for the next superintendent, based on results from the community survey, community forums and focus groups held this spring. The survey results, profile and tonight’s presentation can be found on the Superintendent Search website.
Announcements
The School Board shared that it had attended a number of events this spring and thanked the staff, students and parents who made these activities possible:
- Unified Sports Day and Young Athletes Day,
- Michelle I. Burke STEAM Showcase,
- Frost Interact Club Car Wash,
- PTA Scholarship Dinner,
- Japanese Culture Night and
- Nerge 50th Anniversary.
Board members also reminded everyone that the culminating activities for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital fundraiser will be held throughout the district on May 8.
Adjournment
The Board adjourned to closed session at 9:05 p.m. for employment/appointment matters.
