Jill Filkins

The board discussed the HVCC Partnership and Pathways program, reviewed the first draft of the 2026-2027 budget, and addressed public concerns regarding racism in the district. The meeting included administrative updates on switchgear bids, a feasibility study for reopening a middle school building, and district-wide student accomplishments. Board members reviewed and approved policies related to internet safety, remote learning, student expression, and auditing functions. Financial actions included accepting audit reports, approving contracts for cooperative education services and dental/vision benefit plans, and authorizing donations. Staffing actions, including several resignations and appointments, were also finalized.

The meeting included the approval of various staffing actions such as resignations and tenure appointments. The Board received updates regarding the athletic director position, an annual procurement policy review, and a draft of the 2026-2027 budget. Discussions were held regarding school enrollment, library funding propositions, and student performance in various state tournaments. The Board performed a first reading and adopted several policies, approved financial reports, declared surplus items, accepted donations, and authorized transportation and reconstruction contracts. Additionally, a proposition for a capital reserve creation was discussed, and the 2026-2027 school calendar was approved.

The board conducted a public hearing on real property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. Key agenda items included reports on a multi-year district plan and the rollover budget for the upcoming school year. The board reviewed and discussed district updates regarding the capacity study, school zone safety, the athletic director position, and elementary school programs. Policy actions included the adoption of new regulations regarding the U.S. flag and health committees. Finance and administrative actions involved the acceptance of auditor reports, authorization of fund transfers, and approval of staffing changes, including tenure appointments and teacher staffing adjustments. The meeting concluded with a discussion on future agenda planning and an executive session regarding safety plans and contract negotiations.

This document outlines the Instructional Technology Plan for the period of 2026-2029. Once submitted and approved, the plan will detail the strategic direction for instructional technology within the organization.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussion points included budget calendar presentations for the 2026-2027 budget, with specific reports focusing on Transportation, Facilities, and IT departments, covering topics such as budget highlights, capital project status, equipment needs, and labor relations planning. District updates addressed the approval of a Capital Outlay Project, coordination of CPR/First Aid/AED training, the process for a new Universal Pre-Kindergarten RFP, and the denial of a school zone application by the NYS Department of Transportation, for which board letters of support were requested. Building updates covered successful school events. The board conducted first and second readings of numerous policies across records, discrimination, harassment, student records, and transportation, and rescinded several obsolete policies. Financial actions included the acceptance of September 2025 reports (Treasurer, Claims Auditor, Tax Collector), acknowledgment of donations, and approval to declare surplus items. Other actions included approval of Special Education Services, the 2026-2027 budget calendar, an overnight trip for the International Club to Costa Rica in 2028, and an amendment to the District-wide Safety Plan to include Desha's Law language. Staffing actions involved accepting resignations, approving substitute appointments, and confirming changes to support staff hours and appointments.