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Lincoln-Way District 210 Board Briefs

District Finances Stable in March Report
Assistant Superintendent Michael Duback presented the Treasurer’s Report for the month ending March 31, 2025. Revenues for the month totaled $3.1 million, while expenditures were $10.5 million. The district’s total cash balance was $24.6 million. Duback noted that both operating revenues and expenditures are trending within 1% of last year’s figures, indicating overall financial stability. He added that medical claims are being monitored after trending higher for a few months.

Board Awards Landscaping Contracts, Saving 3.5%
The board approved new three-year landscaping service contracts, opting for a split award to the two lowest bidders. Berry Landscaping will service Lincoln-Way West and the district’s transportation building, while Carefree Lawn Maintenance will handle Lincoln-Way Central and Lincoln-Way East. The new contracts represent a 3.5% cost reduction compared to the current agreement with Bridgeview Landscaping, which expires on June 30.

Student Activity Accounts Reviewed
The total student activity fund balance was $2,166,960.42 as of March 31. A report showed four accounts with temporary negative balances: Central Football, Central Bookstore, East Yearbook, and the Class of 2026 at East. Administration noted these were due to timing differences in payments and revenues. As of the meeting date, all accounts were positive except for the East yearbook, which is correcting a small deficit after a price increase for the 2024-25 school year.

Board Approves Employee Termination
Following a closed session, the Board of Education voted 6-0 to approve the termination of employee Chris Servid. Board member Deadra W. Stokes abstained from the vote.

Policy on AI Use in Student Handbook Under Review
The board conducted a first reading of proposed changes to the 2025-2026 parent-student handbook. Superintendent Dr. R. Scott Tingley highlighted that a major addition will be new language and guidelines regarding the use of artificial intelligence by students. The board plans to vote on the final handbook in May.

Foster Care Advocate Addresses Board
During public comment, a representative from the National Youth Advocacy Program spoke to the board about the need for support for students in the foster care system in Will County. She highlighted the educational disruption that can occur when children change homes and schools and offered to partner with the district to help put these students on a pathway to success.

Home in Peotone Seeks Annexation
Superintendent Tingley reported that the district has received a request from a homeowner in Peotone whose property borders the Lincoln-Way district. The family is seeking to annex into the district to allow their children to attend Manhattan grade schools and Lincoln-Way High School. The request is pending approval from the Regional Office of Education.

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