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The meeting included discussions on Project Graduation 2025 and 2026, scholarship awards, and the cancellation of dance concessions due to lack of volunteers. The PTA Tricky Tray is scheduled for July 11, 2025, and the 2025/2026 Fundraisers/Events were approved by administration. Students can now become members of the PTA. Ideas were discussed for future fundraising, including student suggestions for funding needs in various departments such as auto, welding, cinema, robotics, and HVAC.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various activities and events. The President welcomed everyone and thanked them for their support of past events. There was a reminder about following administration guidelines for PTA business. Updates were given on Teacher Appreciation Week, scholarship applications, and proposed changes to PTA dues for the upcoming year. The Project Graduation 2025 and 2026 committees had no updates. The concession for the Class of 2026 Tricky Tray was discussed, along with the Hudson Farms Charity Hike. New business included planning for 2025/2026 fundraisers and events, approval of a second archery shoot, and a welcome back breakfast for staff.

The meeting included the Superintendent's report, which covered various topics such as awards for teachers and students, grant funding, and building tours. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, along with budget transfers and bills. A bid for welding equipment was awarded. An agreement was made with Parette Somjen Architects for a long-range facility plan. Several policy revisions and approvals were addressed, including student discipline reports, class trips, and personnel matters such as resignations, leaves, and appointments. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss pending litigation, attorney-client privilege, and personnel matters.

This addendum reviews emergency resolutions only; other resolutions will be forwarded to the next meeting. Key agenda items include finance resolutions approving travel requests, a $2,000 award from the Sparta German Christmas Market, and additional funding for the School Linked Services Program from the Department of Children and Family Services for two contracts. Personnel resolutions include correcting the salary for a part-time secretary and approving a substitute teacher.

The meeting covered the administration of the oath of office and the election of officers, including the election of a Board President and Vice President. A superintendent's report was given, followed by board comments and public participation. A reorganization resolution was adopted, covering various appointments (legal counsel, accountant, insurance agent, architect, etc.), the establishment of petty cash funds, bank accounts and signatures, tax shelter/disability providers, and board representative appointments. The resolution also included the approval of evaluation tools, the School Improvement Panel, and a schedule of meetings. A closed meeting was held to discuss matters related to pending or anticipated litigation, attorney-client privilege, and personnel matters.