Justin O'Flaherty

The Board of Education held a work session meeting to discuss personnel matters, legal issues, Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying cases, and contract negotiations during a closed executive session.

The Board of Education convened to discuss and act on personnel matters, legal issues, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and contract negotiations during an executive session. Following the executive session, the Board approved a resolution regarding a pupil residency decision.

The meeting featured a public budget hearing and the presentation of the 2026-2027 school district budget. The Board discussed district planning, emphasizing a commitment to maintaining class sizes and current staffing levels. Key actions included the approval of the district budget, adoption of tuition costs, and the awarding of contracts for restroom renovations and instructional space conversions at Manito Elementary and Heights Elementary Schools. Additionally, the Board authorized various equipment purchases, including floor scrubbers, interactive display boards, Chromebooks, MacBooks, and iPads, and accepted several grants and donations.

The Board of Education meeting included reports on monthly school safety drills, personnel actions such as resignations, retirements, and new appointments, and the approval of Title III virtual professional development for teachers. The board also reviewed and approved transportation stipends for the upcoming school year, acknowledged leaves of absence and days without pay for various staff, and reviewed enrollment data for the district. Financial reports, including the Board Secretary's report, Treasurer's report, and bank reconciliations for April 2026, were reviewed along with budget transfers and expense account adjustments.

The board discussed and acted upon various items including the approval of safety drill reports and personnel resolutions. Educational topics covered HIB incidents and investigations, approval of a grade 8 overnight trip, and a revised school calendar. Special education services, contracts for out-of-district placements, and shared services agreements were addressed. The board reviewed and approved financial reports, budget transfers, and withdrawals from capital reserves for various facility improvements. Administrative actions included the revision of a job title, ratification of a collective negotiations agreement, and authorization for the borough to enter school property for a sidewalk construction project. Transportation matters included approval of field trips, membership in a special education council, and renewal of student transportation services.