Track and Field Triumphs and Summer Programs Previewed

The board celebrated middle school track and field achievements, including state records and top finishes, and recognized end-of-year milestones. Updates on summer programs, new administrative appointments, and the impact of the state budget on school funding were also shared. 10mins

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Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Brian Wojcicki
Springfield, Illinois
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  • Chair Austin began the recognition of track and field athletes, inviting students from Franklin Middle School to come forward.
  • Superintendent Gill recognized Malachi Holman for achieving fifth place in the high jump.
  • Chair Austin and Superintendent Gill recognized Grant Middle School track athletes for achievements in relay events, including a state record and top placements.
  • Chair Austin and Superintendent Gill recognized Lincoln Magnet School athletes for top placements in relay, sprint, and field events.
  • Chair Austin and Superintendent Gill recognized Washington Middle School's third place 4 by 200 relay team.
  • Chair Austin and Superintendent Gill recognized Jefferson Middle School athletes for multiple top placements in track and field events, including two state records.
  • Superintendent Gill highlighted end-of-year celebrations, including graduations at Lee School and SLA.
  • Superintendent Gill highlighted the Project Search graduation and recognized Memorial Hospital and Spark of Central Illinois for providing job coaches to students.
  • Superintendent Gill provided an overview of upcoming summer programs, community partnerships, and special events planned for students across the district.
  • Board Member Miller and Director discussed the impact of the recently passed state budget on district funding, noting stable evidence-based funding but a projected decrease in transportation reimbursements.
  • Superintendent Gill introduced Jenny Balden as the interim principal at Fairview Elementary School.
  • Superintendent Gill announced new administrative appointments, including Dan Ford as assistant principal and gifted support at Isles and Jimmy Gaikama as interim principal at Wilcox Elementary School.
  • Superintendent Gill announced new administrative appointments and recognized a retiring cabinet member for contributions to the district.
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