The Taylorville CUSD #3 Board of Education met Tuesday evening for their regular monthly meeting, tackling new business, approval of the consent agenda, and hearing from the public. Presentations by the Christian County CEO program and updates to the handbooks at the High School, Junior High, and Elementary Schools were also discussed. All board members were present for the April meeting. Starting with public comments, Jessica Franks, Recreation Director with the Taylorville Park District, spoke with board members concerning new tennis courts for Taylorville team use in Jayne’s Park. Franks wanted Board members to know this was not an effort they were looking towards the Board to fund. A $2,000 dollar donation from Furlove has already been made towards the Park Districts goal of $230,000.  (EDIT:  Originally this was listed as $200,000, but Regional Radio News has learned it was just a $2,000.)

The Board and public also heard from Superintendent Brandi Bruley and her report concerning the school district. Bruley shared about incoming grants, state required testing completion, and more.

Tom Finks, Board Member, spoke on behalf of Keith Chase, Music and Choir Director. Students, staff, and volunteers held successful ‘Wizard of Oz’ performances for the public and student body to enjoy. Over 2500 community members and classmates attended the productions, with $14,000 worth of tickets being sold.

The Taylorville CUSD #3 Board of Education moved to new business and approved all motions with a 7-0 vote. These motions include: the Credit Recovery Program, an Aramark Food bid, a contract with GoSolutions, approval for construction management at Risk Services, the Annual Consolidated District Plan, and Handbook and Discipline Code updates, among others. Bruley was also directed to seek a $15 million dollar Alternative Revenue Bond for future projects.

The next TCUSD #3 Board of Education meeting will be on May 13th, 2025.