Kerin Kelsch

The Harborfields Central School District's mission is to cultivate an innovative, inclusive, and connected learning community focused on empowering every student to achieve excellence and realize their unique potential. Key areas include nurturing curious, critical, adaptable, and resilient learners supported in their social and emotional wellness. The plan aims to prepare students with confidence, integrity, and empathy through meaningful learning experiences and a well-rounded curriculum, fostering effective communication, self-advocacy, and lifelong learning. The district is committed to partnering with families to develop active citizens prepared to thrive and contribute meaningfully in a diverse global society.

This document outlines the next phase of the Harborfields Central School District's strategic plan. It reaffirms the mission to cultivate an innovative, inclusive, and connected learning community that values and empowers every student. The plan's vision centers on supporting "Each Child, Each Day, as One Harborfields Family." Strategic goals include fostering authentic relationships, expanding learning opportunities to promote inquiry, innovation, and critical thinking, and prioritizing the social and emotional wellness of all community members. Originally developed in 2021-2022, the plan projects a future vision through 2027.

This document presents the fourth budget presentation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The mission of this budget is to prudently allocate resources to support district objectives and continue providing outstanding educational opportunities and services. Key objectives include supporting the ongoing implementation of the Harborfields Strategic Plan and maintaining fiscal stability. The budget highlights maintaining all current programs, implementing school improvements such as additional special education support, enhanced teacher and curriculum leadership, new student clubs, and expanded opportunities like in-school SAT testing and EMT certification. Furthermore, it includes investment in the development of the 2028-2033 Strategic Plan and equipment renewal across schools.

The board met to discuss collective bargaining negotiations in executive session. Other key discussion topics included the Booster Club's proposal to display banners in the gymnasium, with an emphasis on ensuring content conforms to board policy and avoids commercial endorsement. The board reviewed a parent's initiative to survey the community regarding the potential construction of a turf field. Additionally, the board discussed budget planning, the development of a budget planning sheet for administrators, and the logistics of holding upcoming budget meetings in either executive or public session. Finally, the board conducted an executive session to discuss candidates for the position of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.

This document outlines the Harborfields Central School District's K-12 Comprehensive Developmental School Counseling Plan, which is primarily focused on Social Emotional Learning (SEL). The plan emphasizes the importance of SEL for students' holistic development and success, grounded in the CASEL 5 Framework, and aims to equip students with skills in emotion management, relationship building, informed decision-making, and empathy. Key stages include 'Planting the Seeds' for primary students (K-2) focusing on foundational social-emotional development, 'Developing Inner Strengths' for elementary students (grades 3-5) building self-awareness and assurance, and 'S.E.L.F. Development' for middle and high school students, fostering positive habits and overall well-being.