Mental Health Funding, Budget Cuts, New Superintendent

The Springfield District 186 Board of Education discusses a proposed countywide mental health board and sales tax, outlines plans for at least $10 million in budget cuts and related staffing changes, and approves a new superintendent contract while recognizing student achievements in sports and the arts. 7mins

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Monday, February 2nd, 2026
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Board Of Education Meeting | February 2, 2026
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Brian Wojcicki
Springfield, Illinois
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  • Superintendent Gill recapped the city basketball tournament, highlighting the girls’ championship by Springfield High School, a three-way tie for the boys’ title, and the strong competition and sportsmanship throughout the event.
  • Superintendent Gill recognized student honorees from the Scholastic Art Awards and announced an upcoming middle school preview night for 6th graders.
  • Superintendent Gill announced that nominations were open in February for Educator of the Year, Rising Star, and Administrator of the Year awards, outlining the categories and number of finalists for each.
  • Superintendent Gill outlined community gaps in mental health care and described a proposed countywide sales tax increase to fund a locally overseen mental health review board and expand mental health and addiction services.
  • Superintendent Gill noted that early voting for the proposed county mental health board would begin on February 5 and described the citizen-led “Vote Yes for Mental Health” committee that planned community events to advocate for its approval.
  • Director Miller reviewed the district’s three-year deficit reduction planning process, including recent stakeholder meetings and the plan to present at least $10 million in proposed FY22 budget cuts at the March 9 board meeting so affected staff could prepare for next steps.
  • Executive Director Russell outlined the spring staffing timeline, explaining when principals would return allocations, how displaced teachers would be placed into open positions by seniority, and how the subsequent voluntary transfer process would work.
  • The Board of Education approved a new superintendent employment contract with Dr. Terrance Jordan following a 7-0 vote.
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