Student school board representative Ashramesh presented results from a districtwide lunch survey of 330 respondents, reporting an overall average rating of 3.75 out of 5 for school lunch. He said about two‑thirds of responses were positive and that students praised variety and taste (about 3.55 out of 5). Ashramesh said 61% of students found portion sizes acceptable and that 40% of respondents eat school lunch daily.

The items students wanted most were better value (the lowest score, 2.67 out of 5), improved healthiness (3.19 out of 5) and more consistent access across later lunch periods; only 24% said there were enough options left by their lunch period’s end. Ashramesh summarized student suggestions: add more affordable options and clear price labeling, stagger production to ensure later lunch periods have full options, speed up lines during peak minutes, offer more grab‑and‑go choices and pilot keeping Café 145 open after school for snacks and beverages.

Other student reports recounted hands‑on learning and community engagement: Annika Talati described dual‑credit early childhood field experiences and a student‑organized garba fundraiser that raised money for a local mandir; Olivia Bush summarized a freshman Wright Assembly focused on mental health and an East Coast D128 college and culture tour that included several HBCUs (Howard, Bowie State, Morgan State) and influenced students’ college interest. A stage manager from Libertyville High School described the Les Mis production and a senior reflected on the close of cross‑country season.

These verbal reports were informational and no board action was taken. The student suggestions for food service were presented as recommendations for staff consideration; the board thanked student representatives and encouraged continued student feedback.