Prairie State Wire

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has outlined the agenda for its upcoming regular business meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, in Chicago. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will be held in the Lincoln Conference Room on the fourth floor at 555 W. Monroe St.

Those interested in participating in public discussions can sign up using an online form available from 9:00 a.m. until the start of the meeting or use a sign-in sheet at the location. Participants have options to speak either in person or via phone by dialing 571-317-3112 with access code 919-127-637.

The meeting is accessible online through an audiocast available on ISBE's website under "Top-Accessed Services" at the start of the session.

ISBE ensures accessibility for persons with disabilities and equitable public participation opportunities. Special accommodations, including language translation services, are available upon request by contacting Diana Torres, ISBE's Language Access Coordinator.

During the meeting, there will be updates from East St. Louis and North Chicago regarding their strategic plans as per PA 101-643 and discussion on fiscal year 2026 budget hearings. There will also be presentations on various topics such as Illinois Report Card for 2023-2024.

A closed session may occur to discuss specific employment matters or litigation issues according to legal guidelines under ILCS statutes.

Consent agenda items include approval of minutes from October 16, updates to health/life safety codes for schools, changes to special education regulations, and school improvement grants over $1 million.

Additional reports and announcements from senior staff members and board members are expected before adjournment.

For further information about this meeting or other inquiries, individuals may contact ISBE directly through provided communication channels.