Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Laura Banse’s organization
Sep 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education Business Meeting
The Board of Education meeting included a back to school report, updates from student representatives regarding athletics and school activities, and a tenure recognition ceremony for district employees. The board discussed curriculum changes concerning regent exams, the financial implications of a settlement between LIPA and the local town on tax levies, facilities usage, and polling locations. Additionally, the district addressed new protocols for parental consent regarding student social media usage and a partnership with the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying.
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Patchogue-Medford School District Board of Education Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items, including the approval of numerous contracts for tutoring, behavioral services, and consultant agreements. Key actions included the authorization of a tax levy and tax rate for both the school district and the public library, the appointment of a hearing officer for disciplinary charges, and the approval of the Multi-System of Support Plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The board also approved the establishment of a sick leave bank, construction change orders, and transfers of funds into various reserve funds. Furthermore, the board authorized participation in a cooperative bidding program, adopted new policies regarding academic distinctions, and authorized a blood drive.
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board conducted a public hearing regarding revisions to the District-Wide School Safety Plan and subsequently approved the updated plan for the school year. Significant actions included the denial of a student suspension appeal, the approval of various personnel reports, and the authorization of several memoranda of agreement and settlement agreements with local teacher and nursing unions. The Board passed a SEQRA resolution for a capital project and approved financing for an energy performance contract. Additionally, the meeting addressed operational and financial matters, including the acceptance of financial reports, approval of budgetary adjustments, and the awarding of bids for recycling, trash removal, and printing services. The Board also adopted new textbooks, appointed a new member to the District Audit Committee, and formally adopted an updated Code of Conduct and numerous district policies.
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education Business Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing and received a presentation on the annual district-wide safety plan, which encompasses crisis intervention, emergency protocols, and cardiac response procedures. The meeting also featured a construction update, highlighting the completion of soil remediation at Bay Elementary and ongoing facility improvements, such as room redesigns. Additionally, the discussion covered updates on summer programs, including academic and athletic initiatives, a review of the student code of conduct, and various personnel actions.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
