District 227 Advisory Councils
District 227 Advisory Councils to the Superintendent
“District 227 is in need of a systemic approach to involving all stakeholders in the district. In order for this to become a reality, as Superintendent, I have established the following Advisory Councils that will meet with me on a quarterly basis. Their input is significant to the district’s five-year planning efforts and also provides a vehicle to for stakeholders to receive consistent updates on the State of the District.”
-- Dr. Donna Simpson Leak, District 227 Superintendent
FAQ's Regarding District 227 Advisory Councils
Q: How many District 227 Councils are there?
A: Currently, there are six councils which represent the following stakeholder groups:
1) Parent Advisory Council
2) Student Advisory Council
3) Staff Advisory Council
4) Community Advisory Council
5) Business Advisory Council
6) Local Educator's Council
Q: Why are there so many Advisory Councils?
A: The councils represent different groups of stakeholders whose input is essential to the vision of District 227 and to attaining the collective goals of our communities.
Q: Which Advisory Council do I fit into?
A: Your consideration in a particular group is primarily determined by your current role in relation to District 227. If you are a parent, student or staff member, you would likely seek consideration for that particular group. If you are a community member or business leader or local educator, you would seek consideration for that particular group.
Q: How do I become a member?
A: If you are a parent, student or staff member, you are to contact the Principal of the campus you are associated with. If you are a community member or business leader, please contact your mayor’s office. Or, you may contact the public relations coordinator for District 227, Nikitta Foston, at nfoston@rich227.org. Local educators will be contacted directly by District 227.
Q: What is required of me if I become a member?
A: Your role is to represent the interests of your particular group. In that capacity, you are to share concerns, ideas, issues and suggestions that help strengthen the partnership between District 227 and the group you represent.
Q: How often would we meet and with whom?
A: The Advisory Councils will meet on a quarterly basis with the Superintendent, Dr. Donna Simpson Leak.
Q: Can anyone join?
A: You must be a current member of one of the six stakeholder groups. Space is limited. Interested parties should contact the public relations office at 708.679.5723 or nfoston@rich227.org .