Board of Education

What is the Board of Education?
In Illinois, public education is the state's constitutional responsibility. The state delegates to local school boards the authority to govern school districts within the parameters set by state law. Boards are made up of seven school district residents elected at-large to serve terms of four years without pay. So, although the board is politically responsible to district voters, it is legally responsible to the state.

Who are the Board of Education members?
Suzanne Cachey, President
Thomas Cunningham, Vice President
John M. Brudnak, Secretary
Mary A. Bragg, Member
John M. Carmody, Member
Gregory H. Okon, Member
Nancy M. Sutherland, Member

What is the Board of Education's role?
• Adopt goals and policies that meet state requirements and reflect community needs;
• Provide the resources necessary to pursue its goals according to its policies; and
• Monitor district performance to see that results are consistent with goals and policies.

How can I view Board of Education meeting minutes and agendas, and where can I view future meeting dates?
You can click here or hover over the "Board of Education" button above. 

What are the Board of Education duties?
• Deciding what shall be taught in the schools;
• Hiring necessary personnel and setting their salaries;
• Providing and maintaining school buildings;
• Letting all contracts and paying all bills; and
• Arranging for revenue necessary to operate the district.

Individual board members may not act alone or make decisions binding upon the board or the district. Binding decisions are made only upon a vote taken by the school board.


The Board of Education Members:

      Sue Cachey
      President

      Elected: April 2005
     
      SCOPE Representatives
      Ethics Commission




     Thomas Cunningham
     Vice President

     Elected: April 2005

     Planning Committee Chair
     Village Liaison
     SCOPE Representative




    John M. Brudnak
    Secretary

    Elected: April 2007

    Negotiations Committee Chair
    Village Liaison



    Mary A. Bragg
    Member

    Elected: April 2005

    Education/Technology Committee Chair
    IASB Delegate
    NSBA Advocacy Network Representative


   
   John M. Carmody
   Member

   Elected: April 2007

   Finance/Facilities Committee Chair
  

   

Gregory H. Okon
   Member

   Elected: April 2007

   Community Relations Committee Chair   
   District 230 Liaison
   SCOPE Representative