Teutopolis Board Of Education Met Monday

Teutopolis, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Teutopolis Board of Education held their regular meeting on Monday at 6pm.

1. The Board held a Budget Amendment Hearing.
2. Recognition of Guests and Public Comment:
   As noted for the past several months, the Board of Education continued its in-depth review of district facility needs, long-term planning, and potential future financing strategies. As part of these discussions, the Board heard a presentation from Tom Crabtree and Lucas Davenport of Stifel, the district’s current brokerage and underwriting firm used last in 2019. This is the second of two firm presentations as the Board continues to evaluate potential borrowing to
   support upcoming facility projects. Remember, the district is utilizing reserves to fund renovations this summer in the THS Cafeteria, to secure office entry upgrades at THS, TJHS, and the Unit Office, and for asbestos abatement work. The Board awaits architectural drawings for an anticipated expansion at TJHS. This reserve-funded expansion would accommodate the movement of sixth grade students to TJHS in August 2026. The planned transition of sixth grade to TJHS for the 2026-27 school year will help the district better meet the needs of its growing student population and set the stage for a long-term facility improvement initiative at TGS, potentially beginning as early as 2027-28. While details remain under development, plans for TGS include restroom infrastructure upgrades, ADA accessibility improvements, and instructional space modernization. Additional funding sources would be required. The Board anticipates another presentation at the July meeting with a communications firm that would assist in the collection of additional community feedback on the Board’s vision for future facility projects and the potential need for associated borrowing. The Board remains committed to responsible financial planning, stakeholder engagement and ensuring that school facilities support student success for years to come. Community members are encouraged to stay informed and participate in upcoming discussions. For more information, please contact Superintendent Matt Sturgeon.
3. The Board approved the Treasurer’s Reports and the Payment of Bills as presented.
4. The Board approved the Consent Agenda Items as follows: Approval of Minutes from May 12 Regular Meeting; Renewed Property/Casualty/Liability Insurance for 2025-26; Renewed Workers Compensation Insurance for 2025-26; Renewed Employee Health Insurance for 2025-26; and Approved the Second Reading of Board Policy Updates 118.
5. The Board approved the FY25 Amended Budget.
6. Presentation of Reports included:
   a. Building Updates – Principals and Activities & Athletics Director
   b. Quarterly Department Reports and progress toward District Goals – Technology, Transportation Food Service, Maintenance & Grounds, Finance & Human Resources
   c. Superintendent Update – Summer Project Update and Village Comprehensive Plan Update
7. New Business: Board Discussion – No items were discussed.
8. The Board accepted letters of resignation from the following: Amy Thoele – TGS Secretary; Jon Lee – THS Boys Tennis; Lea Hooch – Band Director
9. The Board approved the hire of the following for 2025-26 contingent upon their successful completion of background investigation, employment history review and verification/completion of necessary licensure for the position: Dean Vahling – Requested Reassignment from Head Track to Asst Track Coach; Meredith Dust – Head Girls Track Coach; Ashley Martin – Requested Reassignment from Paraprofessional to TGS Secretary; Shelby Siemer – TGS Intermediate Teacher for 2025-26 only.
10. The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Teutopolis Education Association to add a TGS Student Council Sponsorship to the stipend schedule, and amended a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Ag 3 Circles Grant.

The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6pm.