Board of Education: July 21, 2020 BOE meeting
Published by Dr. Warke on Jul 21, 2020

Greetings!

We recognize that the pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainty in our lives when we are used to schools providing us the stability of a routine we could count on year after year. We may be afraid, and we may disagree with how education is progressing in the fall, but together, we can move forward with a plan that considers the needs of our community.  

As a district, we may make mistakes, but we cannot make progress if we do not work with what is uncomfortable. It is because of the feedback and support of the Board, teachers, parents, and the community that Highlands has been able to dig in and course-correct all along the way to provide experiences for students that are engaging, dynamic, and empowering. 

Tonight, in the Highlands Middle School Gym, we are presenting our Return to Learn Plan to the Board and community. This meeting will be streamed on Youtube. It can also be accessed by clicking on the word Youtube, or by clicking here. 

We are currently in Stage 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan, which states that no more than 50 people are allowed to gather in one space. After accounting for the BOE members and administrators, we have space in the Middle School gymnasium for approximately 30 members of the public to join the meeting in-person in the bleachers (which will be marked for proper social distancing). If you plan on attending in person, please wear a mask while attending. 

Unfortunately, if we reach capacity, we will have to place a sign on the door that states we are at capacity and will have to turn away any additional people who wish to enter the facilities.

If you would like to make a public comment to the Board, please click here and complete this Google form. The form states the policy for making public comments and has all of the information needed to address the Board. This form needs to be completed by 6:00 pm this evening. 

Due to the lack of space, if you would like to make a public comment to the Board of Education by completing this form, your comment will be read by the Board recording secretary, Laura Smith. It is important to have your comments in this form by 6:00 pm this evening.  

Thank you so much for your input and participation in our process. I look forward to our continued partnership. 

Warm regards, 

Dr. Warke