BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m.

4 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Waukegan Public Schools Community Unit School District No. 60 Board of Education Lincoln Center 214 Washington Street Waukegan, Illinois 60085 1. CALL TO ORDER Subject A. Call to Order Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 1. CALL TO ORDER Type Procedural The Presiding Officer will call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject B. New Agenda Item Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 1. CALL TO ORDER Type File Attachments 2. ROLL CALL Subject A. Roll Call Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 2. ROLL CALL Type Action The Clerk of the Board will call the roll. File Attachments Motion & Voting (not specified) Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Anita Hanna. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Not Present at Vote: Christine Lensing 3. CLOSED SESSION 4. OPEN SESSION Subject A. Move to Open Session Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 4. OPEN SESSION Type Action Recommended Action Move to reconvene in Open Session File Attachments Motion & Voting Move to reconvene in Open Session Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Christine Lensing. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Type Procedural The Presiding Officer will request a member of the Board or the audience to lead those assembled in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. All are asked to rise. File Attachments 6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT Subject A. President's Report Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT Type Information File Attachments Subject B. Student Board Member Report Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 6. PRESIDENT'S REPORT Type Information File Attachments 7. SPECIAL RECOGNITION AND PRESENTATIONS Subject A. Spotlight on 60 - Civics Fair Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 7. SPECIAL RECOGNITION AND PRESENTATIONS Type Presentation File Attachments Subject B. Waukegan Schools Foundation Scholarship Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 7. SPECIAL RECOGNITION AND PRESENTATIONS Type File Attachments 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject A. Approval of Minutes for the Special Open Session Meeting - April 21, 2026 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Special Open Session Meeting - April 21, 2026 File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Special Open Session Meeting - April 21, 2026 Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Christine Lensing. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject C. Approval of Minutes for the Special Open Session Meeting - May 7, 2026 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Special Open Session Meeting - May 7, 2026 File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Special Open Session Meeting - May 7, 2026 Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Christine Lensing. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Pass: Anita Hanna Subject D. Approval of Minutes for the Regular Open Session Micro Meeting - May 12, 2026 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Open Session Micro Meeting - May 12, 2026 File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Board of Education approve the minutes of the Regular Open Session Micro Meeting - May 12, 2026 Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Christine Lensing. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject E. Closed Session Minute Approval Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the closed session minutes dated February 28, 2026, March 10, 2026, and March 17, 2026, which were previously reviewed in closed session. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the closed session minutes dated February 28, 2026, March 10, 2026, and March 17, 2026, which were previously reviewed in closed session. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 9. OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Subject A. International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coach at Abbott Middle School Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Education Funds Recommended Action It is the recommendation that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent or her designee to approve the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coach at Abbott Middle School. International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme coach will support Abbott's beginning stages of a feasibility study (to determine readiness) and the initial training of school leaders, to the application to become a candidate school, working towards IB authorization and beyond for re-authorizations. File Attachments IB MYP Coach - Abbott MS.pdf (827 KB) MYP IB Coach Job Description.pdf (74 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent or her designee to approve the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coach at Abbott Middle School. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject B. Alan Larson Scholarship Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Alan Larson Scholarship Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to request from the Alan Larson Music Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund one (1) student award not to exceed $1000. Through applications with the WHS Music Department, students submitted, and were subsequently nominated for the Alan Larson scholarship. The Alan Larson Music Memorial Scholarship award values at $250 per year and is renewable for up to four (4) years contingent upon receipt of written evidence of good academic standing, continued enrollment and still in need of financial aid from a creditable post secondary educational institution. Good academic standing is defined as a "B" average. Payments will only be forwarded to the higher educational institution. Information must be provided to the District's custodian (Brian Luosa) who will forward the required information to the appropriate Scholarship Trust Officer for disposition. Balance as of 4/22/2026 (prior to requested award) in the Alan Larson Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund is $6,578.88 . File Attachments Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to request from the Alan Larson Music Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund one (1) student award not to exceed $1000. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject C. Lulu Rippberger Scholarships Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $12,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Lulu Rippberger Scholarship Fund Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to request from the LuLu Rippberger Scholarship Trust Fund six (6) student awards not to exceed $2000 per student. Through applications with the WHS Postsecondary Department, students submitted, and were subsequently nominated for the Lulu Rippberger Scholarships. Six students are receiving the scholarship this year. The Lulu Rippberger Scholarships award values at $500 per year and is renewable for up to four (4) years contingent upon receipt of written evidence of good academic standing, continued enrollment and still in need of financial aid from a creditable post secondary educational institution. Good academic standing is defined as a "B" average. Payments will only be forwarded to the higher educational institution. Information must be provided to the District's custodian (Brian Luosa) who will forward the required information to the appropriate Scholarship Trust Officer for disposition. Balance as of 4/22/2026 (prior to requested award) in the Lulu Rippberger Scholarship is $49,216.59. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to request from the LuLu Rippberger Scholarship Trust Fund six (6) student awards not to exceed $2000 per student. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject D. Consolidated District Plan (CDP) Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source N/A Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to approve the submission of the Consolidated District Plan (CDP) to the Illinois State Board of Education. The Consolidated District Plan (CDP) is part of the pre-planning process for our other federal grant application submissions and allows districts to answer one set of planning questions to meet requirements for the 12 other Federal formula grants. The purpose of the CDP is to promote meaningful collaboration among district administrators and coordinate efforts across district offices. The CDP also streamlines the federal grant application process. File Attachments Consolidated District Application 5_12_26 (1).pdf (426 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to approve the submission of the Consolidated District Plan (CDP) to the Illinois State Board of Education. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject E. SY27 School Improvement Plans Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source n/a Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the administration that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent or her designee to approve the School Improvement Plans for the 2026-27 school year. The Academic Supports and Programs (ASAP) team is providing the Board of Education with information related to all WPS60 school improvement plans for the 2026-2027 school year. Per 105 ILCS 5/34-2.4a , school improvement plans should be reviewed and created annually by all LEA attendance centers and presented for approval. Any budget requests associated with each LEA's school improvement plan will be presented and approved during the District's regularly scheduled budget workshops. SY27 School Improvement Plans School Improvement Plans (SIP) from each school outline the goals, instructional strategies, action steps, and resources aligned with district and school initiatives. Each school collaborates with its staff to conduct a root-cause data analysis that informs the development of instructional priorities, action steps, and the school budget. School teams will also use this information to guide the creation of their Professional Development Plans. File Attachments SY27 School Improvement Plans.pdf (419 KB) SY27 SIP Plans.pdf (52 KB) Subject F. Renewal of SchoolMint Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $118,821.64 Budgeted Yes Budget Source School Leadership & Development Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the renewal of Schoolmint (formerly Whetstone) licenses for documentation of coaching feedback in the amount of $118,821.64. This platform allows principals/assistant principals to document and track their coaching and feedback with teachers. It provides consistent reporting for implementation of curriculum in classroom visits, supporting team meetings, and coaching feedback with teachers. File Attachments SY27 School Mint Renewal.pdf (389 KB) SY27 School Mint Renewal (1).pdf (91 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the renewal of Schoolmint (formerly Whetstone) licenses for documentation of coaching feedback in the amount of $118,821.64. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject G. Purchase of 95 RAP Reading Phonics program for K-12 low incidence classrooms. Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $35,415.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Education Fund Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the purchase of the 95 RAP Reading Phonics program for K-12 low-incidence classrooms for $35,415. 95 RAP Reading Phonics program for low incidence classrooms in grades K-12. How This Curricular Material Directly Impacts Student Achievement : 95 RAP (Reading Achievement Program) is an individualized, small group reading intervention program designed for intervention-resistant readers. Backed by comprehensive professional learning, the direct, explicit, mastery-based instruction supports progress in phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Created by 95 group, this program fits directly into the CKLA curriculum, providing a seamless transition between curriculum. It meets similar skills in a more developmentally appropriate manner for students with disabilities. The curriculum and implementation plan will: Expose low-incidence learners to phonetic skills Support differentiated instruction for the needs of complex learners Provide instruction in a research-based, best practice manner of structured teaching Assess student abilities and tailor instruction based on strengths and needs Create equitable instruction by providing instruction in a manner that is research-based for diverse learners Subscription is for SY 27-28 to proactively budget up to one year prior (T and L purchased SY 26-27) Total quoted Amount: $35,415 File Attachments 95 Rap 1.pdf (120 KB) 95 Rap 2.pdf (84 KB) DL 95 Percent RAP - LI.pdf (431 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the purchase of the 95 RAP Reading Phonics program for K-12 low-incidence classrooms for $35,415. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject H. Loyola AP Seminar for English Instructors (ELA) Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 10. CONSENT AGENDA - ACADEMICS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $2,294.76 Budgeted Yes Budget Source 10.8.000000.21.2210.305.0000 Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the Loyola AP Seminar for English Instructors (ELA) in the amount of $2,294.76 Requesting Board approval for : Summer Institute Training for Lillian Pinkowski from July5 -July 9, 2026 Rationale/Purpose : AP Seminar is a board-approved course that began in the fall of 2025 at Brookside Campus for sophomores, and another AP seminar-trained teacher is needed. This class prepares students for college-level research and writing; they will present their findings based on a set group of scholarly articles selected by The College Board. Total Amount : $2,294.76 $1,075 registration $805.76 for 4 nights lodging. Hotel is 0.16 miles from Loyola-Chicago $414 per diem ($69 Sunday&Monday & $92 daily Tuesday-Thursday) Funding Source : Account 10.8.000000.21.2210.305.0000 File Attachments AP Seminar Board Approval-pinkowski (1).pdf (433 KB) scan_pjanuary_2026-05-07-15-08-04.pdf (1,308 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or her designee to approve the Loyola AP Seminar for English Instructors (ELA) in the amount of $2,294.76 Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 11. CONSENT AGENDA - OPERATIONS Subject A. Approval of Bid for Lewis Middle School Main Lobby Restrooms and Locker Rooms Improvements Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 11. CONSENT AGENDA - OPERATIONS Type Action Preferred Date May 12, 2026 Absolute Date May 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,171,965.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Capital Projects Fund (60) Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to accept the lowest responsible and responsive bid for the Lewis Middle School project valued at $989,000 from Stuckey Construction Company, Inc.. Total approval, inclusive of 8.5% architect fees and 10% project contingency, is not to exceed $1,171,965. A bid opening was conducted on May 8, 2026. The bid was advertised in the Lake County News Sun on April 28, 2026, detailing that bids would be collected for work for the John Lewis Middle School Toilet and Locker Room Renovation on May 8, 2026. There were four bids collected. Please see the attached Architects letter of recommendation and bid tabulation. List of proposal vendors: AHAL Construction LLC. Boller Construction Company Inc. Construction Inc. Stuckey Construction Company. Note: Attached the tabulation summary. Bid Result: Stuckey Construction Company Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder when all alternates are selected at $989,000.00. Following the bid opening, we reviewed the project scope and Stuckey Construction’s bid, and confirmed the entire project scope was accounted for and their bid proposal included the allowances. Based upon our understanding of the project requirements and the bids received, we recommend that the contract be awarded as follows: Stuckey Construction Company 2020 N. Lewis Avenue Waukegan, IL 60087 Base Bid: $305,000.00 Alternate 1: $473,000.00 Alternate 1A: $130,000.00 Alternate 1B: $ 81,000.00 Total Recommendation $989,000.00 for Construction costs, plus 8.5% for Architect fees and 10% for contingency. Overall project budget will be $1,171,965.00. File Attachments D60 Lewis MS - Letter of Rec - Stuckey All Alternates.docx.pdf (374 KB) D60 Lewis MS - Bid-Tab Summary .pdf (61 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to accept the lowest responsible and responsive bid for the Lewis Middle School project valued at $989,000 from Stuckey Construction Company, Inc.. Total approval, inclusive of 8.5% architect fees and 10% project contingency, is not to exceed $1,171,965. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject B. Approval of Resolution of the Board of Education to Authorize Inter-Fund Loans from the Working Cash Fund as outlined in 105 ILCS 5/20-4 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 11. CONSENT AGENDA - OPERATIONS Type Action Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Treasurer to make any and all inter-fund loans within the General Fund, not to exceed the aggregate sum of $10,000,000, as authorized in the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/20-4) as required in order to make appropriate payments of expenditures of the School District. This authorization will expire on July 1, 2027. School Districts, as authorized by 105 ILCS 5/20-4, are permitted to loan monies from the Working Cash Fund to cover temporary cash shortfalls in General Funds (Education, Operations and Maintenance and Transportation Funds). "Shortfalls" may exist due to the timing of revenue receipts versus the payment of expenditures. This in no way means that projected positive fund balances will be negative at the end of the fiscal year or that the transfers are permanent. In order to facilitate operations without degrading fiscal oversight, the Administration requests approval by resolution to permit "Inter-Fund loans" from the Working Cash Fund, based upon prudent operational trends. The attached resolution and its proposed internal control procedures have been reviewed and approved by the General Counsel in order to fulfill the fund management requirements of the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/20-4). This authority will expire on June 30, 2027. File Attachments Resolution Approving Loans From Working Cash Fund to Other Funds (Fiscal Year 2027).docx (22 KB) Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Treasurer to make any and all inter-fund loans within the General Fund, not to exceed the aggregate sum of $10,000,000, as authorized in the Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/20-4) as required in order to make appropriate payments of expenditures of the School District. This authorization will expire on July 1, 2027. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 12. PURCHASES AND CONTRACTS 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Subject A. Approval of Ratified Waukegan Professional Support Staff contract for July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2029 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,123,204.80 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Education and Transportation Fund Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education approve the ratified contract with the Waukegan Professional Support Staff, and authorize the President and Secretary of the Board of Education to sign the agreement on behalf of the Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 Board of Education. The Board of Education and the Waukegan Professional Support Staff Union have finalized a four-year contract set to commence on July 1, 2026, retroactively aligned with the start of the current fiscal year. Under this agreement, union members will be required to contribute to the cost of single health insurance coverage through payroll deductions, applicable to both those with single and dependent coverage. Furthermore, the contract specifies wage increases over the four-year duration, which will include both step and cell increases, as detailed in the projected fiscal impact outlined below. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education approve the ratified contract with the Waukegan Professional Support Staff, and authorize the President and Secretary of the Board of Education to sign the agreement on behalf of the Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 Board of Education. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject B. A. Personnel Items 5/26/26 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action That the Board of Education accepts the administration recommendation to approve the appointments, retirement requests, retirement extensions and accepts the resignations as found on schedules L949 and G660. File Attachments 5_26_2026 WPS BOE Board Docs Personnel_Admin (25-26) - Personnel Items.pdf (81 KB) 5_26_2026 WPS BOE Board Docs Personnel_Admin (25-26) - Extension Request.pdf (67 KB) 5_26_2026 WPS BOE Board Docs Personnel_Admin (25-26) - Admin. Items.pdf (57 KB) Motion & Voting That the Board of Education accepts the administration recommendation to approve the appointments, retirement requests, retirement extensions and accepts the resignations as found on schedules L949 and G660. Motion by Anita Hanna, second by Rick Riddle. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Carolina Fabian, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez No: Christine Lensing Pass: Anita Hanna Subject C. Dismissal of Tenured Teachers, Employee # 21324, Including Adoption of Charges Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $80,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Tort Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Administration's recommendation for dismissal of Employee # 21324 for cause and as being in the best interest of the District and its students and the recommended suspension without pay pending completion of dismissal proceedings, if any, and adopt and sign the Resolution setting forth the bill of particulars and assignment of legal counsel should a hearing be requested. This matter involves the recommendation of dismissal of a tenured teacher following an opportunity for a pre-termination hearing. Board approval of a notice of charges in support of a tenured teachers' dismissal is required under Article 12(d) of the School Code. Once issued, either employee may request a hearing to contest the charges. If a hearing is not timely requested, the dismissal would be final. Should the employee request a hearing, costs associated with this action would relate to the cost of defense. This is estimated to be between $40,000 and $80,000, depending on the number of motions, witnesses, days of hearing, and hearing officer fees. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Administration's recommendation for dismissal of Employee # 21324 for cause and as being in the best interest of the District and its students and the recommended suspension without pay pending completion of dismissal proceedings, if any, and adopt and sign the Resolution setting forth the bill of particulars and assignment of legal counsel should a hearing be requested. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject D. Dismissal of Tenured Teachers, Employee #21289, Including Adoption of Charges Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $80,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Tort Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Administration's recommendation for dismissal of Employee #21289 for cause and as being in the best interest of the District and its students and the recommended suspension without pay pending completion of dismissal proceedings, if any, and adopt and sign the Resolution setting forth the bill of particulars and assignment of legal counsel should a hearing be requested. This matter involves the recommendation of dismissal of a tenured teacher at the high school following an opportunity for a pre-termination hearing. Board approval of a notice of charges in support of a tenured teacher's dismissal is required under Article 12(d) of the School Code. Once issued, the employee may request a hearing to contest the charges. If a hearing is not timely requested, the dismissal would be final. Should the employee request a hearing, costs associated with this action would relate to the cost of defense. This is estimated to be between $40,000 and $80,000, depending on the number of motions, witnesses, days of hearing, and hearing officer fees. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Administration's recommendation for dismissal of Employee #21289 for cause and as being in the best interest of the District and its students and the recommended suspension without pay pending completion of dismissal proceedings, if any, and adopt and sign the Resolution setting forth the bill of particulars and assignment of legal counsel should a hearing be requested. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject E. Approval of Non-Union Personnel Compensation for Fiscal Year 2026 - 2027 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 13. PERSONNEL ITEMS Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,156,784.31 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Education, Operations and Maintenance, Transportation and Tort Funds Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to give a 4% pay raise to employees classified as non-union employees and the SEIU union members, with a total value estimated to be $1,156,784.31. The Administration has successfully reached agreements on multiple union contracts, excluding those that are still under negotiation. Ratified agreements are projected to result in an average salary increase of 4% for Fiscal Year 2027, reflecting the Administration's commitment to fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The value of a 4% pay raise for FY27 for non-union employees is $826,064.11. In contrast, non-union personnel do not qualify for step and lane advancements, which means their salary adjustments will solely rely on the approved flat percentage increase. Additionally, non-union employees will continue to contribute 0.032% of their salary towards single health insurance coverage, which applies to both those with individual plans and those with dependent coverage. The SEIU has a Me-Too Clause in their collective bargaining agreement for FY27 so they are entitled to the same pay raise as non-union personnel. The value of a 4% pay raise for FY27 for SEIU personnel is $330,720.58. File Attachments 14. GRANTS AND DONATIONS 15. OTHER 16. FINANCIAL REPORTS Subject A. Ratification of the second processing of May 2026 Board Bills, Manual Check Request Payments and Old National Bank Insurance Payments for the period of May 06, 2026 through May 19, 2026. Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 16. FINANCIAL REPORTS Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $6,130,361.60 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Education Fund, Operations and Maintenance Fund, Transportation Fund, Capital Projects Fund and Tort Fund Recommended Action It is the recommendation of the Administration that the Board of Education ratify the second May 2026 of Board Bills, Manual Check Request Payments and Old National Bank Insurance payments for the period of May 06, 2026 through May 19, 2026. The Accounts Payable (Board) payments for the period of May 06, 2026 through May 19, 2026 totals $1,428,687.45. The Manual Check Request Payments for the period of May 06, 2026 through May 19, 2026 totals $274,343.70. The Old National Bank Insurance payments for the period of May 06, 2026 through May 19, 2026 totals $4,427,330.45. It has been the practice of the Business and Financial Services Department to pay bills in a timely manner to avoid finance and late charges and to take advantage of payment discounts. We have done so, as deemed necessary, with due diligence and adherence to federal, state and local statues by ensuring 1) that the expenditures provided a direct, necessary and appropriate benefit to the school district; 2) that expenditures for the goods or services were reasonably contemplated under a specifically authorized item of the official budget and 3) that the Board of Education was provided a complete list of due and payable bills indicating the vendor's name and amount for ratification. File Attachments Board Summary 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.pdf (40 KB) Board Check Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (20 KB) Board Disbursement Detail Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (257 KB) Manual Check Request Summary 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.pdf (40 KB) Manual Check Request Check Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (7 KB) Manual Check Request Disbursement Detail Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (39 KB) Old National Bank Insurance Summary 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.pdf (40 KB) Old National Bank Insurance Check Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (3 KB) Old National Bank Insurance Disbursement Detail Listing 05-06-26 to 05-19-26.PDF (11 KB) 17. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS Subject A. Committee Reports Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 17. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS Type Information File Attachments Subject B. Delegates Reports Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 17. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS Type Information File Attachments Subject C. Superintendent's Report Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 17. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS Type Information File Attachments 2026 EOY State of DL.pdf (1,296 KB) 18. INFORMATION ITEMS 19. OLD BUSINESS Subject A. Board Policy 6050, Confidentiality of Student Information - Second Reading Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 19. OLD BUSINESS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the modifications to Board policy 6050, Confidentiality of Student Information, as set forth for second reading. This policy update was presented for first reading on April 28, 2026. No additional changes were requested. The update incorporates changes in laws governing the confidentiality of information that may be contained in school student records. File Attachments 6050 Confidentiality of Student Information and Records second reading 5-26-26.pdf (115 KB) 6050 Confidentiality of Student Information and Records first reading 4-28-26.pdf (119 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the modifications to Board policy 6050, Confidentiality of Student Information, as set forth for second reading. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject B. Board Policy 6051, School Student Records Maintenance and Destruction - Second Reading Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 19. OLD BUSINESS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve modifications to Board policy 6051, School Student Records Maintenance and Destruction, as presented for second reading. This policy was presented for first reading on April 28, 2026. No further modifications were requested. The policy updates reflect updates in laws governing maintenance and destruction of student records. File Attachments 6051 Student Records Second Reading 5-26-26.pdf (143 KB) 6051 Student Records First Reading 4-28-26.pdf (146 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve modifications to Board policy 6051, School Student Records Maintenance and Destruction, as presented for second reading. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez Subject C. Student Support Handbook - Second Reading Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 19. OLD BUSINESS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Student Support Handbook, as presented for second reading. This matter was presented for first reading on April 28, 2026. File Attachments Second Reading 05.21.pdf (7,998 KB) 26-27 Student Support Handbook - First Reading 4-28-26.pdf (2,150 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Student Support Handbook, as presented for second reading. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 20. NEW BUSINESS 21. STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTERS Subject A. Student Discipline, Student xxx214 Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 21. STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTERS Type Action Preferred Date May 26, 2026 Absolute Date May 26, 2026 Recommended Action That the Board of Education approve the resolution regarding discipline of Student xxx214 as read. The board will consider a student discipline matter in closed session and take action in open session. File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Board of Education approve the resolution regarding discipline of Student xxx214 as read. Motion by Rick Riddle, second by Carolina Fabian. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Rick Riddle, Jeff McBride, Anita Hanna, Carolina Fabian, Christine Lensing, Michael Rodriguez, Angela Ramirez 22. BOARD MEMBER TIME Subject A. Board Member Time Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 22. BOARD MEMBER TIME Type Discussion File Attachments 23. ADJOURNMENT Subject A. Call for Adjournment Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 23. ADJOURNMENT Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Adjournment Meeting May 26, 2026 - BOARD OF EDUCATION - Regular Meeting - Open Session 7:00 p.m. - Closed Session 6 p.m. Category 23. ADJOURNMENT Type Action Recommended Action Motion to adjourn File Attachments