Adrienne Commins

This document outlines a Strategic Plan and a Shared Decision Making Plan for the Middle Country Central School District. No further details regarding the plan's objectives, pillars, or intended outcomes are provided within the extract.

The board meeting centered on the results of the annual school budget vote and the election of Board of Education members. Key topics included the official opening and closing of polls at designated high school election districts, the tallying of votes for the 2026-2027 school budget proposition, and the election of three board members for three-year terms.

The Board of Education held a public hearing regarding real property tax exemptions for surviving spouses of police officers and volunteer emergency personnel. Following the hearing, the board conducted a business meeting that included student recognitions for academic and civic achievements, a presentation on the 2026-2027 proposed school budget, and approvals for student services, personnel adjustments, and various financial resolutions. The board also adopted the 2026-2027 property tax report card and the school district budget. Additionally, the board approved an agreement with SCOPE Education Services for child care and enrichment programs and rescinded a prior medical inspector appointment in favor of a new designation for employee evaluation purposes.

The Board of Education convened a special meeting to conduct an executive session regarding collective negotiations with the Middle Country Teachers Association and to discuss specific personnel matters.

This Smart Schools Investment Plan details the district's ongoing strategy to enhance school connectivity and support its 1:1 student technology program. Key focus areas include upgrading intra-building fiber, replacing network switches in MDF closets, and expanding wireless infrastructure by adding controllers and access points. The plan aims to ensure sufficient bandwidth and robust Wi-Fi coverage across all instructional buildings, meeting federal connectivity standards and facilitating enhanced student and staff access to technology.