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Heads up! Our parent watchdogs have scanned the upcoming agenda for Darien SD 61. We found 5 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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Superintendent Goals Mandate District-Wide “MTSS” Framework
The Superintendent’s official goals for the year, up for approval, mandate the full implementation of a “Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)” framework. The budget confirms $40,000 for MTSS training and another $11,500 for “climate and culture programs,” which are often used to implement social-emotional programming. MTSS is a system that can shift focus from academics to behavioral intervention and data collection on students.
Recommended Action Plan
PACK THE ROOM: This is a direct push to embed a student data-collection and behavioral intervention system across the district. Email the Board at schoolboard@darien61.org: ‘I oppose the Superintendent’s goal to implement MTSS. I demand the board prioritize academic excellence over behavioral frameworks and vote NO on Item VI.D.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $51,500
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| 🚨 HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 8) |
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Board to Hire Undisclosed “Third Party” for Strategic Planning
The board is voting to hire an outside consultant for “Strategic Planning,” but the agenda provides no name, no proposal, and no cost. This is a common tactic to bring in expensive DEI or “equity” consultants to reshape district policy behind a vague title.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: This vote must be delayed. Email the Board at schoolboard@darien61.org: ‘Who is the third party for Item VI.B? Parents demand to see the full proposal and cost before you approve a blank check for a “Strategic Planning” consultant. Table this item until the vendor is fully disclosed.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Undisclosed
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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New Handbook Includes “Restorative Measures” and “Gender Identity” Policies
The updated Parent-Student Handbook, up for approval on the consent agenda, officially adds “Restorative measures” to its bullying policy, a practice that can reduce consequences for offenders. The policy also codifies protections based on “gender identity” and “gender expression,” which are often the first step toward policies that bypass parental notification on social transitioning.
Recommended Action Plan
PULL FROM CONSENT: Email the Board at schoolboard@darien61.org: ‘Pull Item IV.H, the Parent Handbook, from the Consent Agenda for a full discussion. What specific training will staff receive on “restorative measures” and “gender identity,” and what are the parental notification requirements?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Reduced Consequences, Parental Exclusion
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“Mental Health Day” Policy Triggers School Intervention
The new Parent Handbook institutes a policy where after a student takes just two “mental health days,” a school social worker or counselor will automatically contact the family. While presented as support, this creates a system where the school inserts itself into family health decisions without being asked.
Recommended Action Plan
QUESTION THE OVERREACH: This policy is also in the handbook under Item IV.H. Email the Board at schoolboard@darien61.org: ‘The mental health day policy is an overreach. The district should not be tracking these days to trigger unsolicited contact from school staff. This is a family matter.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Your Family’s Privacy
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| ALERT (LEVEL 3) |
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Monitoring Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Updates
The agenda includes a report on legislative updates from the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB). The IASB often lobbies in the state capitol for policies that undermine parental rights and local control.
Recommended Action Plan
Monitor: Pay close attention to the board’s discussion on this item (V.A.2). Be prepared for future action items or resolutions based on IASB’s recommendations.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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