Andrew McIntosh

The meeting included the recognition of numerous music students for their participation in NYSSMA and the presentation and appointment of tenure for several administrators and staff members. The Board acknowledged retirees, outgoing student members, and recognized a board member for an achievement award. Additional business included the approval of donations, unpaid leaves of absence, the appointment of a secretary to the school principal, the adoption of a revised policy, and an amendment to the school calendar. The meeting also addressed various special education service agreements and consultations, as well as the allocation of funds to several district reserve accounts.

The Board discussed a first read of a policy regarding data privacy and security. Several actions were taken, including accepting a donation for the High School Social Studies Department, accepting the resignation of an Assistant Principal, and appointing a new custodial worker. The Board also reviewed and approved various consent agenda items, such as special education recommendations and several service contracts for speech, physical therapy, and home generalization services. Additionally, the Board held an executive session to discuss the employment history of an individual.

The Board focused on the review and formal approval of the Property Tax Report Card concerning the proposed district budget for the 2026-27 school year, following its prior submission to the New York State Education Department.

The board meeting focused on the adoption of the 2026-2027 school budget for public presentation and various personnel and operational items. Key actions included the acceptance of donations from the Valhalla Sports Boosters Club and Virginia Road Elementary PTA, the resignation of two custodial workers, and the appointment of an Educational Technology Specialist and a long-term substitute teacher. Additionally, the board approved unpaid leaves of absence, the 2026-2027 administrative budget for Southern Westchester BOCES, and participated in the BOCES trustee election. Other business involved the disposal of obsolete technology equipment, approval of a capital project change order, authorization for Health and Welfare Services contracts, and approval for the district to participate in the Omnia Partners Purchasing Cooperative. A new membership agreement with New York University regarding neurodiversity professional development was also established.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including a preliminary budget presentation for the 2026-27 school year, curriculum reports, and recognition of fall athletes. Key actions included the acceptance of a monetary donation for the Technology Club, several teacher retirements, the appointment of a long-term substitute, and the approval of an unpaid leave of absence. The board also awarded a construction management services contract to Triton Construction Company, approved the 2026-27 school calendar, authorized fiber optic cabling installations, approved asbestos inspection services, and approved several sports merger agreements. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations.