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Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wells Central School Board of Education Business Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a tour of building and grounds to identify necessary upgrades. The Superintendent's Report covered enrollment changes, school opening updates, and plans for sports mergers with Mayfield Central School. The Principal's Report addressed an upcoming open house, a student newsletter initiative, staff professional development, and updates on the fall sports season. New business included authorizing a general fund budget increase for bus purchases, the transfer of surplus capital funds to the general fund, approval of a sports merger with Broadalbin Perth Central School District, and updates to transportation and shared services agreements. Additionally, the board approved the hiring of a substitute teacher after an executive session regarding personnel matters.
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Wells Central School Board of Education Business Meeting
The Board of Education meeting covered a range of operational and financial items. The Superintendent provided an enrollment update and fiscal report. Fuel bids for oil, gasoline, and diesel were accepted. The Principal reported on wellness policy updates, curriculum adjustments, and athletic schedules. The Board approved several instructional contracts and shared services agreements. Key financial actions included transfers to the Bus Reserve, an interfund transfer to the School Lunch Fund, and the closure of the Capital Fund with surplus funds transferred to the General Fund. Additionally, the Board approved 2026/2027 tax rates, tax warrants, safety plans, and an emergency response plan. Personnel actions included the acceptance of resignations, approval of substitute lists, and the appointment of a new bus driver, along with an executive session for personnel matters.
Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wells Central School Board Of Education Business Meeting
The meeting featured a Superintendent's report covering enrollment statistics, graduation scheduling, fund balance projections for capital and bus reserves, and a review of Regents Exam results. The Principal's report addressed the District Wide Safety Plan, updates to the Wellness Policy including lunch menu additions and cafeteria conduct, progress on the gymnasium mural, and updates on sports team participation. The Board approved the 2026/2027 Student and Faculty Handbooks, fire inspection reports for the main building and bus garage, and several policy first readings. Executive session was held to discuss personnel matters and negotiations. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the Superintendent's employment agreement and appointed a long-term Elementary teacher substitute.
Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wells Central School Board Of Education Organizational Meeting
The board conducted its organizational meeting, which included the election of board officers and the signing of the oath of office. Key actions included the appointment of personnel for various roles such as District Clerk, Tax Collector, and various compliance officers. The board authorized essential financial and administrative procedures, including bonding, payroll certification, budget transfers, and credit card usage. Additionally, the board designated legal newspapers, depositories, meeting dates for the upcoming year, and approved memberships for numerous committees, including Safety, Audit, and Crisis teams.
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