Mary Grace Camin

The meeting encompassed several key topics, including reports on legislative activities and upcoming committee meetings. Significant focus was placed on academic and athletic achievements, with highlights on wrestling and bowling state championships, music festival participation, and school-wide events such as Reading Night. Administrators provided updates on curriculum activities, field trips, and special education reviews, alongside a brief budget status update. The board approved the SEQRA Resolution for the 2026/2027 Capital Outlay and accepted committee recommendations regarding CSE/CPSE/504 services. An executive session was convened to discuss personnel matters related to employment history and appointments.

The meeting included reports on upcoming events such as the Legislative Breakfast, Health Trust Consortium, and Workers' Compensation Alliance meetings. Student Member updates covered National FFA Week activities, including a Duck Scramble, teacher appreciation, and athletic achievements such as cheerleading and bowling team championships, and wrestlers advancing to States. Instructional staff reported on mid-year wins and development areas for teachers, support provided to principals, and elementary school activities like celebrating the 100th day of school and launching Read Across America week with a book fair. Special Education reported on the completion of annual reviews for 9th and 10th graders and ongoing IEP updates. Discussions included the capacity of the 8:1:1 classroom for the upcoming school year. Middle School updates detailed the completion of CBT simulations, club picture day, and recognition for winter sports teams. High School reported on student attendance at the Legislative Breakfast and progress on Boys' State applications. Superintendent updates covered the use of remaining 2021 Capital Improvement Project funds for the bus garage heating/fire alarm systems, and the commencement of Phase I of the 2025 Capital Improvement Project focused on the maintenance building and bus garage, with Phase II scheduled for 2027 focusing on the Elementary School. A preliminary budget update was provided. Business matters included the approval of multiple Claims Audit Reports and Treasurer/Extraclassroom Reports. Personnel actions included the permanent appointment of a Library Clerk and acceptance of a custodial worker's resignation. Recommendations from the CSE/CPSE/504 Committee were approved. An executive session was held to discuss employment history leading to appointments.

The meeting included reports from the Legislative Committee concerning the unsustainable rise in health insurance costs and complexities surrounding the State's electric bus mandate waiver process. Instructional reports detailed the completion of computer-based testing simulations and ongoing professional development for ELA teachers utilizing AI. Student reports highlighted drama club performances, All-State Choir participation, and cheerleading success. Elementary reports focused on celebrations, the upcoming Book Fair, and planning for ELA/Math support sessions. High school updates noted the start of the second half of the year, strong pass rates, and commencement of post-season sports. The Superintendent reported on the middle school situation, forthcoming capital project phase one focusing on the Bus Garage and Maintenance Building, and the start of the 2026-2027 budget process. Old/New Business included approval of the 2025-26 Non-Resident Tuition rates, the Uniform Guidance Report, an agreement with the Tioga Administrative Association, and advertising for Universal Pre-Kindergarten Collaborative Services RFPs. Financial approvals covered the December 2025 Extraclassroom and Treasurer's Reports, and the Food Service Meat and Cheese Bid. Personnel actions included accepting a resignation and approving several student teacher placements and volunteer/substitute additions. The committee also accepted and approved the recommendations of the CSE/CPSE/504 Committee. An executive session was held to discuss the employment history leading to appointments.

Key discussions included a public comment regarding a student runner potentially competing as a team of one with a local district during the winter track season, which the Superintendent noted would be considered a merger if more than one athlete participated with the same district. Reports covered upcoming Legislative Committee meetings, Legislative Breakfast, and Health Trust Consortium meetings. Student updates included FFA competitions, senior trip survey, and the high school musical "Anything Goes!". Administrative reports detailed NCI training schedules, elementary school benchmarking results, parent-teacher conferences, and the implementation of new MTSS Edge software. Middle and high school activities included Challenge Team participation, winter sports updates, and scheduling for science labs and grade entry. Old/New Business included the acceptance and approval of project referendum results from December 17, 2025 (95 Yes, 25 No votes out of 120 valid ballots). Financial matters involved approving the November 2025 Extraclassroom Report and adopting a Bond Resolution authorizing the issuance of $39,200,000 in bonds and the expenditure of $4,600,000 Capital Reserve Fund monies for building improvements and reconstruction, based on a proposition passed on December 17, 2025. The board also accepted and awarded the bid for the 2025-26 Capital Outlay Project- Ceiling Replacement for $93,900.00. Personnel actions included approving a permanent appointment and additions to the substitute lists. Finally, the committee recommendations for CSE/CPSE/504 were accepted and approved.

The meeting included reports on upcoming events such as the Legislative Committee meeting and Legislative Breakfast. Instructional updates mentioned the successful visit of the Kopernik planetarium to elementary grades and the ongoing process of obtaining state testing bar graphs. Elementary school staff reported on the success of the food collection challenge for Christmas boxes, gifts donated by various organizations, and the 'Shop with a Cop' event. The Director of CSE reported that senior annual reviews were underway, a meeting was held with ACCES-VR representatives, and discussions were initiated with Catholic Charities regarding job skill development for adults with disabilities. The Middle School Principal noted the success of the early dismissal day and the Winter Wonderland event, as well as the success of the Fall sports season, culminating in a state football title. The Student Member reported on the end of spirit week, ongoing fundraising for the Ecuador trip by the Spanish Club, and ongoing selection for National Honor Society members. The High School Principal detailed support provided to 23 families via holiday food boxes and mentioned the success of a coin drive where the Superintendent agreed to jump off the diving board. Superintendent reports covered the completion of the wastewater treatment plant, waiting on a quote for the bus garage fire alarm link, receipt of a quote for pool heating system VFDs, and initial positive findings from an AI presentation at the Superintendent's retreat. Discussions also touched upon the risks and educator response to AI capabilities. Financial approvals included the November 2025 Treasurer's Report and contract approvals for student health and welfare and bus leases. Personnel actions involved accepting resignations, approving a leave extension, approving a probationary appointment for a School Nurse, and approving payment for unused sick and vacation days upon retirement. The Committee on Special Education/Committee on Preschool Special Education/Section 504 recommendations were also accepted.