Lindsay Marchese Ali

The meeting included an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation. Key discussions during the regular session involved a Principal's Report from Mendon High School and a presentation on the PCSD Career Internship Program. SEI presented an introduction to the 2026 Capital Project, including a SEQRA Type II introduction and a financial update. The Board accepted the Treasurer's Report for October 2025. Several resolutions were approved, including ratification and approval of Change Orders for the 2023 Capital Improvement Project, approval of a Change Order for the CIP Phase II at Mendon High School, acceptance of an Intermunicipal GIS Cooperation Agreement, approval of a Tax Certiorari Settlement, awarding of an RFP for Architectural and Engineering Services to SEI Design Group, retention of Campus Construction Management Group, Inc. for Pre-Referendum Construction Management Services, and declaration of certain equipment as scrap and surplus for Food Service and OMS. The Board also approved the purchase of GPS units for 10 buses as a pilot program. All bids received for the 2025 Capital Outlay Project were rejected as they exceeded the project budget. The Consent Agenda included approval of several Memorandum of Agreements (MOAs) related to Special Education and acceptance of donations totaling $10,000 for the Source of Strength program. Finally, the Board approved the Professional Staff Report and the Support Staff Report, which included numerous appointments, resignations, and salary changes.

The meeting included presentations highlighting student voice initiatives, such as the 'Men in Madness' morning show, which is produced and directed by students and covers topics ranging from school culture to current events. Student leaders discussed improvements in physical safety related to the capital project modernizing science rooms, social emotional safety initiatives like the 'Sources of Strength' training, and instructional strategies emphasizing authentic learning opportunities. A segment was dedicated to the Career Internship Program for juniors and seniors, detailing the structure, benefits including real-world experience and college application advantages, and statistics on participation across various career fields. A student intern shared ten key learnings from their summer internship in construction management, emphasizing teamwork, the scope of construction management, and the importance of mentors.

The document outlines Pittsford Central School District's 2026-2027 Budget Guidelines, emphasizing exceptional fiscal stewardship and strategic financial management. Key priorities include developing a student-based budget focused on rigorous curriculum, diverse experiences, and student needs; providing high-quality professional development; balancing investment with community resources through thoughtful financial planning; maintaining fiscal stability with prudent reserves and infrastructure protection; and meeting legal and contractual obligations. The plan aims to maximize taxpayer value and ensure the district's long-term financial health.

The Board of Education meeting included a recognition of the Board members during New York State School Board Appreciation Week. The annual Code of Conduct was presented, and the Principal of Thornell Road E.S. provided a report on school activities. The Board reviewed and accepted the Treasurer's Report for June, July, and August 2025, the Extraclassroom Activities Report, and the External Audit Report along with its Corrective Action Plan. The Budget Development Calendar for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 was adopted. Change Orders for the 2023 Capital Improvement Project were approved, and an agreement with Fiscal Advisors & Marketing, Inc. for financial advisory services was accepted. The Board declared surplus equipment, including fire-resistant filing cabinets and a special education bike. The Professional Staff Report included appointments and resolutions, and the Support Staff Report covered clerical, transportation, custodial/maintenance, and food service positions. The NYS 3-8 assessment data results from the 2024-25 school year were presented, and field trips for Mendon and Sutherland High School DECA were approved. The meeting also covered gifts to the District and the deletion of policies related to cell phone use in schools, replaced by Policy #7316. Updates were provided on the current capital project and a proposed new project for infrastructure and air quality upgrades.

The Board of Education meeting included recognition of Pittsford Pride recipients and honored the Board during Board Appreciation Week. The Board accepted the Treasurer's Report for September 2025 and approved the 1st quarterly Extraclassroom Activities Report. They also approved a resolution regarding capital construction project change orders and the Professional Staff Report, which included changes in title, appointments, and resignations. Additionally, the Support Staff Report was approved, covering appointments and resignations in clerical, transportation, custodial/maintenance, and food service positions. The meeting also involved a Code of Conduct Public Hearing, a Curriculum Report on Secondary Assessment results, and a Special Education Report. The Superintendent highlighted a gift to the District from the Pittsford Education Foundation and discussed preparations for a capital project vote. The meeting concluded with the approval of the Consent Agenda, which included bid awards, the Code of Conduct document, special education matters, Policy #7510, and the gift to the District.