Joseph Catania

This Professional Development Plan outlines the strategy for Washingtonville Central School District to enhance student learning and achievement from 2025 to 2026. It focuses on fulfilling New York State Education Department regulations and standards for professional development. The plan's core objectives are structured around five key goals: improving student performance through alignment with Next Generation Learning Standards, upholding a safe school environment and positive culture, addressing chronic absenteeism, integrating advanced technology for instruction, and continuing a mentor program for new teachers. The plan aims to provide meaningful, focused professional development opportunities to prepare students for college and careers.

The strategic plan for Washingtonville Central School District, initiated in 2023 through community collaboration, establishes a long-term roadmap guided by its mission, vision, and core values. It focuses on three priority areas: Student Experience, Academic Excellence, and Community Connection. The plan aims to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all learners, continuously improve learning within each classroom community, and enhance communication and collaboration with the wider community to support student success.

The strategic plan focuses on three priority areas: student experience, academic excellence, and community connection. The plan aims to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all learners, improve learning within each classroom community, and enhance communication and collaboration with stakeholders. The document emphasizes college, career, and civic readiness, high-quality education, and strong community connections to support student success.

The budget hearing discussed the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 school year, which includes a proposed budget of $133,791,140, a budget-to-budget increase of $4,734,724 (3.67%), and a projected tax levy of $67,671,659. The hearing also addressed the projected use of fund balance and reserves, as well as revenue sources and expenditures. Additionally, it covered a bus and vehicle proposition for $1,930,000, including the purchase of school buses and maintenance vehicles.

The meeting discussed the adoption of the 2025-2026 budget, detailing revenue projections from state aid, miscellaneous sources, fund balance, reserves, and tax levy. It also outlined expenditures across administrative, program, and capital components, including interfund transfers for specific projects. Additionally, a bus and vehicle proposition was presented, authorizing the purchase of school buses, maintenance vehicles, and related equipment.