Darrin McCormick

The board meeting agenda included presentations, public communications, and the review of consent items such as reserve utilization, funding, and the hiring of consultants for the Office of District Supports and the Office of Special Education and Student Services. Personnel matters addressed included the approval of a personnel packet, position hours, substitute rates, and salary increases for exempt employees. New business items involved the approval of a collective bargaining agreement and an amendment to the academic school year calendar. The meeting also featured various board, committee, and superintendent reports, along with an anticipated executive session.

The board meeting included a presentation on the school lunch budget and the approval of various agreements, including a regional information center state-wide agreement, a lease agreement for a transportation center, and several consulting contracts. Personnel actions were approved, including an extension of a probationary period and a job referral program. The board approved the administrative, capital, and program budgets for the upcoming fiscal year, as well as a bid award for a capital improvement project. Additionally, the board approved a comprehensive facilities feasibility study to identify a strategic path forward for facility expansion. Updates were provided on a school law conference and recent educational events, and an executive session was held to discuss personnel matters.

The meeting featured a presentation on CTE course expansion and challenges faced by smaller districts. The Board approved various consent agenda items, including independent contractor agreements, a donation of virtual reality welding trainers, construction management services, fund transfers, and a lease agreement. Additionally, the Board approved personnel updates, a Memorandum of Agreement regarding an Urban-Suburban transfer program, and the appointment of a representative to the New York State School Board Association. The board members and superintendent provided reports covering committee activities, attendance at educational conferences, legislative budget updates, and local school district events.

Key discussions during the meeting included presentations on the Transportation Budget and Data Privacy. The consent agenda covered the approval of previous minutes from February 26, 2026, various consultant and contract approvals (including for the Office of Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education, and District Office), participation in the NYS Distance Learning Contract Consortium, and review of financial reports as of February 28, 2026. Personnel matters included the approval of a general Personnel Packet and the approval of tenure for two individuals. New business focused on the approval of the 2026-2027 budgets for Capital, Administrative, and Architectural/Engineering Services. Committee reports noted a recent tour of BOCES 2.

This strategic plan outlines a roadmap for preparing every student to be college and career ready through high-quality education in a safe, supportive environment. It is built around four guiding principles: Targeted Academic Success, Social and Emotional Stability, Engagement in Education, and Alignment of Systems. The plan aims to nurture each student's unique strengths, talents, and potential while developing essential skills for responsible citizenship, ultimately empowering them to succeed in school and beyond.