April Scardino

The meeting included student and staff recognitions, a presentation on a leadership award, and the distribution of school board service awards. The board received reports on past committee meetings, including audit, finance, and facility updates such as capital project milestones and a community impact grant for field improvements. Additionally, the board adopted the district-wide code of conduct, approved the district-wide safety plan, and conducted a second reading and final adoption of several policies related to board member orientation, student medication, and life-threatening health conditions.

The board held a meeting to discuss various agenda items, including moments of silence in honor of a former election inspector and a coach. The meeting featured student recognition for academic and extracurricular achievements, including awards for performing arts, student council contributions, and AP art performance. Teachers were honored for their long-term service and dedication to various school programs, including the blood drive and math department. Additionally, a student board member report was provided, highlighting recent school accomplishments such as divisional championships in sports, FFA competition successes, National Honor Society inductions, and the successful conclusion of student-led blood drives.

The meeting included a detailed presentation on the district budget, focusing on current programs, services, capital outlay projects, and funding sources including state aid and tax levies. The discussion covered the strategic plan, student outcomes, and the rationale behind the budget increase. Additionally, the board recognized an elementary school student for academic achievements and selfless contributions to her class. The meeting also outlined upcoming public hearings and election details for the school budget.

The board meeting included student recognitions for elementary, middle, and high school students, featuring academic and athletic achievements. Discussion topics involved a presentation on critical thinking through a science experiment, a student board member report covering various school activities and upcoming events, a report from the policy committee regarding policy updates and rescissions, and a comprehensive update from the facilities needs committee on capital projects, lighting improvements, and ongoing maintenance. Additionally, the board discussed involvement in the NYSSBA Lobby Day.

The board meeting included moments of silence in honor of a former student and a former teacher. Student recognitions were held for an elementary school student, as well as a middle school and a high school student of the month. Additionally, the district presented a special honor to a departing volunteer, recognizing his long-term service and community contributions, and awarded him a permanent volunteer badge.