A FOIA request was received by the District on November 5, 2013, related to negotiated contracts between the Board of Education and the River Forest Education Association. The response was emailed on November 7, 2013.  

Mena, a 4th grade student at Willard Elementary School, presented information about social emotional programs at the school and how they impact students. She discussed The Willard Way, Second Step, social awareness groups and other programs and clubs designed to help students understand behavior expectations at school.

 

Zoe, a 7th grade student at Roosevelt Middle School, talked about how the friendly environment at Roosevelt helped her settle in after moving to River Forest from out of state. She also reported about classroom activities at each grade level, the Variety Shows for all grade levels, recent field trips, as well as extra-curricular programs held recently.

Education, Anne Gottlieb, Chair: The new Instructional Specialists will provide a presentation about their work and objectives at the December 16 Board Meeting.

 

Personnel, James Weiss, Chair:Information was communicated regarding a staff disciplinary issue.

 

Facilities, Roman Ebert, Chair: Mr. Ebert attended both Roosevelt Exterior Committee meetings during the week of November 11. Additional meetings are scheduled November 19 and 20, and December 4.

 

Communications/Technology, David Latham, Chair:

Mr. Latham will be meeting in January with District staff to discuss the status of the iPad program.

Anne Gottlieb attended the November meeting. District 200 Board of Education member Jeff Weissglass presented a financial report indicating that the district plans to make a recommendation regarding its fund balance by the end of 2013. District 200 Superintendent Steven Isoye presented an overview and summary of the district's Strategic Plan and indicated that they are working to complete a 5-year plan in January.   

 

District PTO Council  

Liz Fischer attended the November 15 Council meeting. Members discussed the STEM program, the Roosevelt Exterior Project, and diversity initiatives in District 90. She commended Ed Condon for the way he "elevates" the conversation for the group. Dr. Condon emphasized the tremendous value of the activities supported by the PTOs and that the District is very fortunate to have strong support from parents.

  

River Forest Service Club  

David Latham attended the meeting where Ed Condon and District 200's Jeff Weissglass addressed the group.  Dr. Condon spoke about "The State of District 90," and Mr. Weissglass discussed the work of the District 200 Financial Advisory Committee.

 

Citizen Corps Council 

Roman Ebert reported that the Council's chair was invited to speak at Roosevelt Middle School's Robotics Club on the topic of dealing with natural disasters.   

 

IASB Governing Board and ED-RED  

Ralph Martire reported that both organizations continue to be concerned with pension reform. He will be testifying on December 2 about what an evidence-based model can do for the State. He indicated that current Illinois school funding levels are considerably less than what is needed for Illinois students to gain the education necessary to pass required tests. 

Dr. Condon reported that this is the 15th year that District 90 has received this award. It is based on student achievement test scores, and  is presented to the top 5% of school districts statewide. Out of 866 school districts in Illinois, District 90 was one of only 60 recipients. Dr. Condon congratulated the students, staff, parents, and administration for their roles in supporting such strong student achievement.