News from CCSD15 Board of Education
December 13, 2018
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Board approves tentative contract for District 15 Transportation Union
At its Dec. 12 meeting, the Board of Education approved a tentative 4.5 year contract with the District 15 Transportation Union (DTU). The new contract replaces the current bargaining agreement that was set to expire in 2020.
Beginning Jan. 1, 2019, all current employees will receive a $2/hour increase in pay. The starting bus driver wage will be increased to $19.18/hour, and the starting bus driver aide wage will be increased to $15.43/hour.
Effective July 1, 2019, all returning employees will receive an additional $1/hour increase in pay. The starting bus driver wage will be increased to $20/hour and starting bus driver aide wage will increase to $16.25/hour.
DTU is now reviewing the approved contract before signing the official agreement.
The union leadership worked collaboratively with the administration to attain an agreement that is mutually beneficial. We are confident this new contract will help recruit and retain school bus drivers, working toward eliminating the staffing shortages that have significantly impacted the consistency of our transportation services for our students and their families.
Board tables retired police officers in schools conversation
The initial concept of hiring retired police officers to serve as clerical workers in District 15 elementary schools was presented as a potential safety enhancement for the Board to consider. The idea was for the retired officers to carry a firearm and be available to react immediately if a safety crisis occurred at school.
Feedback from the community on this topic was mixed. Many residents expressed approval of the proposal, while many others opposed it. Based upon this feedback, the Board has directed Dr. Thompson to pull back the idea at this time.
Board of Education hires Dr. Laurie Heinz as next Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Heinz comes to us from Park Ridge-Niles District 64, where she has served as Superintendent of Schools since 2014. Prior to this role, Dr. Heinz was an assistant superintendent of curriculum & instruction and building principal. She started her administrative career in District 15 as Assistant Principal of Winston Campus from 1998-2002.
She starts work in District 15 on July 1. To read more about Dr. Heinz, visit our website.
2018 tax levy approved by Board of Education
The Board of Education approved the levy of $127,340,952, a 3.9-percent increase over the 2017 extension. This is sufficient to capture the five-year average of new growth and the 2.10-percent CPI increase.
Review the tax levy by visiting our website.
Sanborn, Jane Addams Schools present School Improvement Plans
Gray M. Sanborn and Jane Addams Elementary Schools provided the Board of Education with an update to their School Improvement Plans at the Dec. 12 meeting.
All District 15 schools have been working through a process called "Data Wise," which was developed by the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Data Wise supports educators in using collaborative data inquiry to drive continuous improvement of teaching and learning for all students.
After examining school data, both Sanborn and Jane Addams determined two focus areas: mathematics (academic) and reducing physical aggression Office Discipline Referrals (ODRs) by 10-percent (social-emotional).
The schools developed five-step action plans to address the issues, including adjusting instructional practices and enhancing professional development opportunities.
View the School Improvement Plan presentations for Sanborn and Jane Addams on the district website.
School year calendars approved through 2021
Small revisions to the 2019-20 school year calendar were approved on Dec. 12.
In an effort to provide better alignment with our feeder high school districts, while also allowing teachers to utilize teacher plan days more effectively, two student non-attendance days have been moved.
The Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019 student non-attendance day has been moved to Monday, Jan. 6, 2020. The Feb. 18, 2020 student non-attendance date has been moved to Monday, March 30, 2020. Review the full calendar here.
Additionally, the Board of Education approved the 2020-21 calendar at its Dec. 12 meeting. Review the 2020-21 calendar here.
Board honors Transportation Department's PBIS drawing contest winners
The Transportation Department held a Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) drawing contest for students in grades K-6. Students were asked to draw photos based upon the following topics:
• Grades K-2: Bus Bucks & Bus Passes
• Grades 3-4: Be Safe, Respectful and Responsible on the Bus
• Grades 5-6: Be Safe, Respectful and Responsible on the Bus
The winners of the contest were chosen by the Board of Education for exceptional artwork reflecting the PBIS topic. Congratulations to Abigail (Willow Bend), Sophie (Kimball Hill) and Ashley (Pleasant Hill) for winning the contest and being recognized by the Board of Education on Dec. 12.
Winston Campus Junior High student leadership team recognized by Board of Education
The group consisted of students on the Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) Green Team, School Improvement Team and Helping Hands Club. Alongside staff and parents, they have made changes to deepen and increase learning, create more effective procedures, and implement these decisions.
Community Consolidated School District 15 Board of Education
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Website: www.ccsd15.net
Location: 580 North 1st Bank Drive, Palatine, IL, USA
Phone: 847-963-3000
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