Christina M. Buckley

The meeting featured a superintendent update regarding the dissolution of the Wine and Skill Union Free School District and its annexation into the City School District of Troy. Financial updates were provided, noting that fiscal year-end projections remain steady, and budget hearing presentations were discussed. The board reviewed proposed additions to the budget, including a new transportation contract with Student Transportation of America, expanded special education support services, and the establishment of a capital reserve to facilitate future capital projects with state aid. Furthermore, the district highlighted various student achievements in academics, extracurricular activities, athletics, and music and art programs.

The Board of Education meeting focused on updates regarding the merger of the Wine and Skill schools, including the initiation of planning phases and the projected official transition date. Discussions also covered capital projects, the establishment of a capital reserve to fund future improvements over the next decade, and an overview of the Troy Community School's restorative practice approach, including community-building circles and educational programming.

The meeting agenda included a budget hearing and a regular session. Key topics involved superintendent updates, financial reports, and various human resources actions, including staff resignations, leaves of absence, and new appointments for both instructional and classified positions. The Board also reviewed special education placements, approved an out-of-country field trip, and entered into several service contracts for trauma-informed professional development, speech and language services, and music therapy. Additionally, the Board addressed business finance matters, such as the acceptance of donations, the declaration of facilities surplus equipment, and the awarding of bids for pest control and mulch installation services. Further actions included the appointment of election inspectors for an upcoming budget vote, authorization to intervene in tax certiorari litigation, and approval of various supplemental staffing programs like Regents review class proctoring.

The meeting included a recap of recent school events such as after-school bowling, the Krauses Candy fundraiser, love grams, and the upcoming school gear order. Business discussions covered the PARP program kick-off, new fundraisers at Recovery Room and Two Brothers Restaurant, the Treasurer's report, and items presented by the Principal. Additionally, the meeting noted upcoming school events including the science fair, spring book fair, and parent-teacher conferences.

The document serves as an archive for the Board of Education meeting minutes and agendas conducted throughout the 2013 calendar year, covering various administrative, financial, and educational topics discussed in both regular, special, and reorganization sessions.