Meeting Summary and Briefs: Crete-Monee School District 201-U for October 21, 2025
Crete-Monee School District 201-U Meeting | October 21, 2025
The Crete-Monee School District 201-U Board of Education met on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Early Learning Center to address several business and personnel matters. The meeting was highlighted by a decision to move forward with re-bidding the sale of the Monee Education Center following new interest from a potential buyer. The Board also approved substantial construction payments totaling over $2.1 million for projects at the high school and Crete Elementary.
In addition to capital projects and real estate discussions, the Board addressed personnel issues and received updates on student achievements. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss specific employee matters, after which no further action was taken.
News Briefs:
Employee Termination Tabled: The Board voted unanimously to table an agenda item regarding the “Approval of Potential Termination of Classified Employee.” President Maurice Brown requested the consensus to postpone the action, stating, “We don’t know at this point. We don’t have all the answers.” The item will be addressed at a later date.
Personnel Report Approved: The Board approved the monthly personnel report, which included several staffing changes. Actions included the employment of Mark Acox as a Security Officer at Crete-Monee High School effective October 22, 2025, and Briana Avila as a Noon Duty Supervisor at Crete Elementary. The report also covered the reassignment of certified staff members Elizabeth Ancich and Melissa Beever.
Athletic Teams Reach Playoffs: Superintendent Dr. Kara Coglianese opened her administrative update with “good news” regarding the district’s student-athletes. She announced that athletic teams have qualified for the playoffs, marking the 20th consecutive year the district has achieved this milestone. “Our athletic teams have not disappointed,” Coglianese said.
Financial Report and Minutes: Under the consent agenda, the Board approved the regular meeting minutes from September 16, 2025, and the Committee of the Whole minutes from September 9, 2025. They also accepted the Board of Education Financial Report. The consent agenda was passed unanimously by roll call vote.
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