Kimberly Culkin

The board entered into an executive session to review and discuss the proposed successor collective bargaining agreement with the CEA - New Milford. Following the executive session, the board ratified the agreement and authorized the chairperson to execute it, subject to legal review. Additionally, the board approved a Memorandum of Agreement regarding the formation of a Stipend Review Committee to manage 2026-27 curricular and extra-curricular stipends.

This document presents the Superintendent's Proposed Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It details projected expenditures and staffing allocations across various departments including the Board of Education, Office of the Superintendent, Benefits, Health Insurance, Fiscal Services & Operations, and Transportation. The budget outlines increases or decreases in line items, reasons for changes, and revenue projections from sources like Excess Cost, Medicaid, and Building Use.

This document outlines the philosophy of the New Milford Public Schools, centered on the belief in the dignity and worth of each child and the aim to prepare young people for meaningful and productive roles in society. Key tenets include fostering independent, reasoning, and responsible individuals; challenging students and staff to perform at their highest capabilities; acknowledging unique student needs; developing self-esteem and a joy in learning; respecting human and natural resources; promoting shared responsibility for educational success; providing comprehensive and adaptable curricula; seeking community support; fostering mutual respect; and ensuring accountability for the schools' success.

This document, a Budget Presentation for Schaghticoke Middle School, frames its financial plan within the broader mission of the New Milford Public Schools to prepare students for an evolving world through high-quality instruction and diverse experiences. It highlights foundational values such as Focus, Heart, Collaboration, and Creativity, alongside key strategic areas aimed at fostering a thriving school environment and educational excellence. Primary budget priorities include maintaining and strengthening existing programs and expanding educational opportunities during the 2026/27 academic year.

This document outlines the strategic priorities and initiatives for the New Milford Public Schools Department of Instruction for the 2026-2027 academic year. It focuses on several key areas including enhancing curriculum (Science of Reading, iReady Math), improving instructional practices through data and professional learning, fostering teacher leadership, and supporting specific populations such as Multilingual Learners and Adult Education. The plan emphasizes building strong, coherent instructional systems, implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and ensuring collaboration across student support networks to achieve high-quality, student-centered learning and equitable outcomes for all students.