Ken Cuccia

The Board of Education approved the suspension of policy regarding public participation for the current meeting and held an executive session to discuss personnel matters with counsel.

The board meeting included a demonstration of the school's robotics program and a presentation on the upcoming budget. Financial matters were addressed, including the approval of financial reports, warrants, a joint bidding program, dual enrollment agreements, and contracts with mental health services providers. Personnel actions involved approving sick bank donations, extra class period stipends, advisor positions, and staffing changes. Additionally, the board approved several building use requests for school and community events such as fundraisers, athletic practices, and multicultural activities.

The Board discussed a superintendent search update presented by ESBOCES and received the first presentation of the 2026/2027 budget, which included tax cap calculations and revenue projections. The Board approved the 2026-2027 Budget Vote and Election Calendar, as well as the 2026 Summer Camp program. Financial matters, including various warrants, a claims auditor report, and status reports, were accepted. Personnel actions were taken, including approvals for FMLA leaves, appointments for an Account Clerk and a Senior Office Assistant, and various stipends for extra class instruction and grant-funded after-school programs. Committee on Special Education recommendations were approved, and several building use requests were granted for community and school-related activities.

The Board of Education meeting covered a range of operational and financial items. Key discussions included a VEX Robotics demonstration, a presentation on the upcoming budget, and the appointment of Eastern Suffolk BOCES as lead agent for a cooperative bidding program. Financial approvals included various warrants, a dual enrollment agreement with St. Joseph's University, and contracts with mental health service providers. The Board also addressed personnel matters such as sick bank donations, resignations, and staff appointments, alongside approving several building use requests for community and school-related fundraisers and activities.

The Board of Education meeting covered several key business items, including a public hearing regarding a partial property tax exemption for ocean rescue squad members. The board approved donations from the community, established the 2026/2027 school year calendar, and set the schedule for upcoming meetings. New curriculum additions, including Personal Finance and VEX V5 robotics, were adopted. Financial approvals involved acceptance of various claims, warrants, and budget reports. Personnel actions included resignations, FMLA leave approvals, and the appointment of new staff members, including a part-time Business Manager and senior account clerks. The board also addressed building use requests for local events.