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Board Briefs
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Board Briefs: May 21, 2026
Science Fair Students Recognized by Board of Education
The Board of Education welcomed several Wood Oaks Science Fair students to its May 21 meeting, where the students shared their projects and reflected on a successful competition season. Wood Oaks had 16 students compete at the Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Fair, held April 24-25 at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Wood Oaks earned 15 gold awards and one silver award, along with three first-place EPIC Awards (Exceptional Project in Category) and three second-place EPIC Awards. Congratulations to all on their accomplishments!
Public Hearing for the 2025-2026 Amended Budget
Prior to the start of the meeting, the Board held a public hearing on the District’s amended budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The original budget, approved in September 2025, totaled $36.2 million. An amendment is needed to incorporate bond proceeds from the April 2025 referendum for capital improvements, bringing the proposed total to $79.5 million. The amended budget is set to be approved by the Board on June 25, 2026.
District Celebrates Top Financial Honors
The Board recognized Dr. Kimberly Rio, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations, for her leadership in earning 17 consecutive years of distinguished financial honors. This past week, the District received the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association, recognizing the highest standards in financial reporting and accountability. Last month, the District also earned the same award from the Association of School Business Officials International. These honors reflect the District’s continued commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility. The District has received these awards for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report each fiscal year from 2009 through 2025.