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Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Board of Cooperative Educational Services Regular Meeting Minutes
The board discussed district superintendent reports, including Opening Day outcomes, enterprise goals, and NY Inspires progress. Personnel actions were taken, including the creation and abolishment of several positions, along with various resignations, appointments, and tenure status changes. Cooperative bids for instructional technology, software licensing, and distance learning were approved. The meeting also addressed various contractual agreements with outside entities for legal, administrative, and clinical services, as well as the approval of the 2027-28 Budget Development Calendar and the 2026-27 Professional Development Plan. Additionally, several donations for Career and Technical Education programs were accepted.
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Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Board of Cooperative Educational Services Regular Meeting
The Board received updates from the District Superintendent regarding the internal team's engagement with NY Inspires and progress on Enterprise Goals. A presentation was provided on the integration of Artificial Intelligence, highlighting survey findings and upcoming staff training plans. The board conducted extensive personnel actions, including the creation and abolishment of various positions, approval of resignations, and numerous staff appointments. Business items involved the awarding of cooperative bids for services such as refrigeration repair, translation, and employee assistance programs. Furthermore, the board authorized multiple service agreements and contracts, including intermunicipal agreements and licensing for educational software and student services.
Jul 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Board of Cooperative Educational Services Regular Meeting
The meeting included a public hearing regarding the BOCES-Wide Safety Plan. The District Superintendent provided updates on summer programs, Board of Regents activities, and an ongoing District Superintendent search. The Information and Technology Security Committee reported on a recent cyber incident drill and future adjustments. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to personnel considerations, including the creation and abolishment of various positions, processing of staff resignations, retirements, and leaves of absence. The Board approved numerous appointments, reappointments, substitute staffing, and supplemental roles, as well as granting tenure and permanent status to several employees.
Jul 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Board of Cooperative Educational Services Reorganization Meeting
The board held a reorganization meeting which included the administration of the Oath of Office to board members and the election of the Board President and Vice President. Key actions involved the re-adoption of board policies, the establishment of the meeting schedule for the upcoming year, and the appointment of various officials such as the Treasurer, Clerk, legal counsel, and claims auditors. The board also designated official bank depositories and newspapers, authorized specific financial and administrative procedures including payroll certification and budget transfers, and established required reserves and standard workdays.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
