Ashley Giaquinto

The board meeting covered various topics, including tenure approvals for several teachers and counselors, a superintendent's report on the strategic plan and upcoming events, a business office report on financial matters and budget planning, and the approval of consent agenda items. The board awarded contracts for a capital outlay project, amended a transportation proposition, and accepted bids for landscaping and lawn care services. Other key decisions included the adoption of the proposed spending plan for the 2025-2026 school year, approval of the legal notice for the budget vote, and approval of various agreements and services with BOCES and other organizations. The board also approved several appointments, including non-instructional appointments, coaching appointments, and volunteer approvals, as well as handling resignations and retirements. Finally, the board accepted grants and approved a medical services quote.

The Board of Education meeting included discussion of the proposed budget for the 2020-2021 school year, amounting to $32,939,687. The meeting covered before-and-after pictures of completed projects, such as door replacements, a new CAD gallery, and rooftop HVAC replacement. Additional topics included a review of the 2020-2021 school budget, capital outlay budget for replacing doors, a new TV studio, repainting of stairs, and the purchase of tractors and lawn mowers. The discussion also involved the ghost corner, coffee cart, radio purchases, furniture replacements, a laser cutter, and software upgrades. Further agenda items included paving in the bus areas, cafeteria upgrades, security cameras, and a partnership with Syracuse University and JCCC for therapies and sports management.

The Alexandria Central School Board of Education held a regular meeting where several key topics were discussed. These included a presentation by FFA students on their trip to Ireland and a presentation on the MTSS-I program. The Superintendent reported on academic progress, updates on MTSS-I, Regents exam preparations, class scheduling, student award ceremonies, summer job and career fair, NYS budget update, fire and lockdown drills, new furniture delivery, security technology investments, electric bus issues, a dangerous TikTok trend, and a new state-mandated policy restricting internet-enabled devices. The Business Administrator addressed the components of the Enacted State Budget. The board approved school calendar changes for the 2024-2025 school year, a temporary teacher appointment, and accepted a resignation. Updates were given from the Athletic Committee, Audit & Budget Committee, and Educational Planning Committee. The District Vote Results were accepted. An executive session was held for personnel discussions. A Secondary Principal Assistance Stipend was approved, as well as an ACFA MOA. Public participation included discussion of the Non-Resident BOE Policy.

The budget hearing included discussions and presentations on the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 school year, with a review of the budget process and details. The proposed tax levy increase was presented, along with two propositions for the budget approval and a bond for purchasing two gasoline-powered school buses. The meeting also involved the approval of annual appointments, a temporary teacher appointment adjustment, and the acceptance of resignations. Candidates for the Board of Education also spoke about their priorities.

The meeting included presentations on special education, health updates, CTE/BOCES programs, and elementary school progress. Discussions covered the establishment of a repair reserve fund, movement of funds into various reserves, and a memorandum of agreement for non-tenured observations. The board addressed the surplus of MORIC technology items and an addendum to the Business Administrator's employment contract. Appointments and approvals were made for various positions. Committee reports were given on athletics, budget and audit, and educational planning. The board also discussed the new Internet Enabled Device Ban and its implications.