Heather Buff

The Board of Education determined that the establishment of a new ten-year capital reserve for athletic field improvements constitutes a Type II Action under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act. Consequently, the Board authorized the submission of a reserve proposition to voters for the upcoming annual school district election. This reserve is intended to fund maintenance, repair, and renovations of the District's athletic fields, utilizing a combination of existing reserve funds, budget surplus, and future state aid.

This document outlines the K-8 Response to Intervention (RtI) Plan for ELA and Math, serving as a multi-tiered prevention framework to identify and support students at risk. The plan details a three-tiered model for instructional support, comprehensive assessment strategies including universal screening, diagnostic assessments, and progress monitoring for data-based decision making. It also addresses professional development for staff, parent notification procedures, and criteria for RtI determinations, aligned with the district's mission to provide opportunities for lifelong learning and foster strong relationships and connections.

This report from the Onondaga County School Safety Task Force provides a comprehensive set of recommendations for enhancing school safety within the county. Formed in response to the February 14, 2018, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, the task force identified best practices and areas for improvement across four key pillars: student and teacher training, threat assessment, school grounds safety, and law enforcement. The document aims to guide the implementation of consistent protocols and practices to prevent future incidents and ensure the security of students and staff.

This document presents a comprehensive School Facilities Study for the Skaneateles Central School District, analyzing optimal facility utilization in light of declining student enrollment. The study focuses on enhancing educational opportunities, leveraging 21st-century educational experiences through service-sharing, technology, and grade-building realignment, and identifying strategies for repurposing excess building capacity. Key recommendations include developing a long-term facilities plan, maintaining the current school and grade organization, creatively utilizing underutilized spaces, and expanding secondary course offerings through distance and online learning. The study provides a perspective of five to seven years for its recommendations, with enrollment projections extending to the 2026-27 academic year.

This document presents the Skaneateles Central School District's 2021-2022 budget overview, detailing proposed expenditures, tax levy increases, and funding sources. The plan emphasizes expanding student opportunities and enhancing the student experience while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Key focus areas include prioritizing the mental health of students and staff, reimagining educational approaches, providing professional development, and enhancing academic programs across all grade levels. The district's mission and vision aim to provide positive and successful learning experiences, equip students with knowledge and problem-solving skills, and prepare them for post-secondary pathways and positive future citizenship.