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| July 18, 2018 |
familiar face selected as rose principal
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At its July 17 meeting, the board of education approved the appointment of Heather Schumacher as the new principal of Barbara B. Rose Elementary. Heather replaces Derek Straight, who accepted a principal position in another school district.
Before joining Barrington 220, Heather worked as a principal at Elm Place School in North Shore School District 112. Prior to her time in District 112, Heather worked in Barrington 220 for 10 years as a summer school principal, as well as a language arts, math and social studies teacher at BMS-Station.
She earned her undergraduate degree in elementary education from Benedictine University. She also has an endorsement in gifted education from Northeastern University, as well as a master's degree in educational leadership from Concordia University.
Heather is excited to be back in Barrington 220 and looks forward to the start of the 2018-19 school year!
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Board considers referendum on Spring 2019 ballot
At its July 17 meeting, the board of education continued its discussion on the next steps in the Blueprint 220 master-facilities initiative. The board plans to seek more community feedback this fall, in order to potentially put a referendum question on the April 2, 2019 ballot. In May the board held three meetings, where community members provided feedback on this draft master-facilities plan. In the draft-plan the board prioritized building renovations for our high school, middle schools and elementary schools. Priority levels build upon each other for a cumulative effect. For example, in the $250 million column, upgrades at the high school level include everything in the $80, $150 and $200 million columns. To view the video from each of the three meetings and send in your feedback, click here.
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Board hears preliminary update on FY19 budget
At its July 17 meeting, the board of education heard a presentation on preliminary budget expectations for the upcoming school year. Revenue from the state and federal government is expected to be stable. Administrators are currently reviewing the district's revenue from local property taxes to better understand the receipts. The board finance committee will meet on Aug. 1 to further review the FY19 budget. The board plans to adopt a tentative budget at its next regularly scheduled meeting on Aug. 14. A public hearing on the proposed budget will take place on Sept. 4. The final budget is anticipated to be approved on Sept. 18.
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New BHS scoreboard expected to be installed this fall
At its July 17 meeting, the board of education approved three additional donations from sponsors for the new Barrington Community Stadium scoreboard. The current scoreboard, which was installed more than 10 years ago, has reached the end of its functional life. The new scoreboard will have a larger video screen and better sound system. Sponsors will include Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington Bank & Trust (Wintrust), Lake Cook Orthopedics, Long & Company Jewelers, Moretti's, Motor Werks of Barrington and Wickstrom Auto Group. The scoreboard is expected to be installed this fall.
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Dr. Harris meets with federal lawmakers in DC
At its July 17 meeting, Dr. Brian Harris told the board about his recent visit to Washington, DC. During the trip, he met with several federal lawmakers and Department of Education officials to advocate on behalf of public education. He was also sworn in as an executive committee member of the School Superintendents Association (AASA). He is among just 21 superintendents nationwide elected to serve on the executive committee.
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