Jennifer Jaquith

The Board of Education meeting covered a variety of administrative and personnel actions, including the acceptance of retirements and resignations, the appointment of winter sports coaches, and the hiring of a new CSE/Guidance Secretary. The Board approved several policies related to school safety and home instruction, authorized a shared wrestling program, and approved the 2026-2027 budget development calendar. Additionally, the board passed a resolution to collaborate with regional BOCES for data privacy and security management and approved a contract for snow removal services. Reports were provided regarding data assessments, fiscal navigation training, and ongoing negotiations.

The board discussed several items including an executive session for negotiations and personnel history, a review of various financial reports, and the approval of personnel appointments for coaches and a long-term substitute. Other actions included a resolution to opt out of tax exemptions under Real Property Tax Law Section 487 for specific energy systems, approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for a collective bargaining extension, a policy reading on gender-neutral bathrooms, and approval of a milk donation. The session also included reports from the principal and superintendent covering school operations, curriculum strategies, and policy updates.

The Board of Education conducted its annual reorganization, electing new officers and appointing various district officials including the Treasurer, Clerk, Tax Collector, and Claims Auditor. Numerous professional service appointments were finalized, covering school physicians, attorneys, insurance consultants, and independent auditors. The Board established several advisory committees and designated official depositories, regular meeting dates, and official newspapers. Additionally, the Board authorized various fiscal and administrative procedures, including petty cash funds, check signing authority, and budget transfer limits. Personnel matters were addressed, including the approval of substitute pay rates, resignation acceptances, and the appointment of an interim building principal. Specialized committees for special education and preschool special education were reappointed, and various policies, records management procedures, and staff evaluation protocols were readopted.

The Board of Education meeting covered a wide range of administrative, personnel, and financial matters. Key topics included the acceptance of staff resignations, the approval of a combined sports season with Franklinville, and the authorization of a bond resolution for the purchase of a new school bus. The Board also reviewed the proposed 2024-2025 budget, discussed various educational and extracurricular activities, reviewed the strategic plan, and finalized election procedures for the upcoming budget vote.

The Board of Education meeting covered a variety of organizational and operational topics, including a presentation on a student hiking club trip and a review of grade 3-8 assessment data. Personnel actions were taken, including the resignation of a substitute teacher, the approval of various leaves of absence, and new appointments for staff and coaches. The board also reviewed and approved several administrative items, such as memorandums of agreement for technology and data protection roles, and discussed the district's strategic plan focusing on academic engagement, fiscal sustainability, and safety. Additionally, the board reviewed financial warrant reports and correspondence.