Jonathan Beller

The meeting commenced with the approval of the proposed agenda and the consent agenda, which included minutes from the previous meeting, financial reports, and CSE/CPSE/504 recommendations. Presentations covered technology inventory and recycling, transportation accident protocol, elementary academic data (Fastbridge), Tier 2 intervention strategies for math and reading, and student representative feedback on bullying. New business involved posthumous acknowledgment of Mary Sally Brennan, approval of a Resolution Regarding State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR), and resolutions approving Instructional Technology Services through Madison-Oneida BOCES and participation in Oswego County BOCES' Cooperative Purchasing Program for water testing. Further actions included approving health and welfare services agreements with Carthage Central School District and Lewis County Public Health for preschool services, and approving Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Septic Pumping and Cleaning Services, and Trash Removal and Recycling Services. The Board also approved a resolution to increase local library funding for the annual budget vote, and authorized the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Instructional Calendars. Following a personnel report approval, the Board entered and subsequently left executive session to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation and a BRSRP Member matter. Upon returning to regular session, the Board waived the 120-day retirement notification requirement for a BRSRP member due to medical reasons.

Key discussions included updates on the Art To Remember program, noting that Christmas time is more profitable for this event, and confirming the success of the recent Book Fair, with the next one scheduled for May. Planning for the February Fun Day included reserving the gym, pool, and concession stand, and inventory checks for refreshments; about 100-150 servings are planned for. Detailed planning for the Winter Carnival outlined various activity stations by grade level, required donations, and needs for prizes and food items like hot dogs and chips; furthermore, options for securing a snow cone machine were discussed. Teacher Appreciation plans involve providing 'Room Service' door tags for all staff and distributing snacks. New business involved coordinating efforts for a Backpack Program, including setting up a donation table at the Winter Carnival, with a portion of the carnival profits allocated to the program. The Treasurer's report requires sending reminders to teachers regarding unused school store funds.

The meeting commenced with a call to order and acceptance of the proposed agenda. The primary substantive action involved entering executive session to discuss the elementary principal position, followed by leaving the executive session. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

The meeting included discussions on correcting snow removal issues from 2024 and a budget presentation regarding a loader purchase for snow plowing. The Superintendent Cabinet meeting was discussed, including a teacher dress-down day for charity, study hall arrangements, and student interactions. The board addressed the passing of Frank Barrett Jr. and Troy Hebert with resolutions of sympathy. They also approved a resolution to authorize filing of return tax claims, the disposal of obsolete library books, and a Sunday basketball tournament. The Policy Report was approved. Updates were provided on tuition students, the capital project, Superintendent's Day, the elementary principal hiring process, open meetings, electric buses, and the NYSSBA Conference. The board entered and left executive session to discuss employment matters and approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Beaver River School Related Professional Association.

The meeting included updates on the book fair, recess equipment, newsletter, website, and the lost and found rack. New business included discussions and decisions regarding the yearbook, a donation towards gifts for a literacy event, the use of the popcorn machine for popcorn Fridays, Art to Remember, teacher appreciation, and the winter carnival.