JASPER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD MARCH 2025 UPDATE

The Jasper County School Board held its March meeting in Newton.

Key Decisions & Updates:

• Financials: Approved the payment of all bills as presented.
• New Board Member: Seated Nicole Mulvey to fill an unexpired term until Spring 2027.
• Legislative Report:
  • State Budget Update: Evidence-Based Funding will increase.
  • Transportation Funding: Pro-rated again, shifting more financial responsibility to the district.
• 2025-2026 School Calendar: Approved.
• Membership Renewals: Renewed IHSA and IESA memberships.
• Newton Elementary School Addition:
  • Planned for the east side of the school.
  • Funding Sources: Energy Transition Grant, 1% Sales Tax, and District reserves.
  • No Bond Referendum Required.
• Illinois State Scholars Recognition:
  • 12 NCHS students honored:
    • Ian Bower, Wesley Britton, Caydon Goode, Sydney Kinder, Paige Klingler, Avery Mulvey, Mallory Ochs, Ella Radke, Charlotte Schackmann, Alisson Stanley, Isaac Street, and Olivia Zumbahlen.
  • Each received a silver eagle coin from Peoples State Bank.

Personnel Changes:

• Resignations Accepted:
  • Michelle Johnson – SME Special Education Teacher
  • Chelsea Cox – NES Elementary Teacher
  • Tera Ederer – District Paraprofessional
  • Jeremy French – JCJH Cross Country Coach
• Hirings Approved:
  • 18 staff members for Strong Girls / Strong Boys program.
  • Jeremy French as NCHS Golf Coach.

Next Regular Meeting: April 21st, 2025.