Matthew Adams

This Organizational Professional Development Plan for the Holland Central School District aims to support teachers and staff in committing to best practices in education and creating a positive learning environment. The plan's primary focus is to improve student achievement by providing professional development in key areas. These areas include implementing a guaranteed and viable curriculum aligned with New York State standards, establishing a valid and reliable assessment system, adopting student-centered and inquiry-based instruction, employing a balanced approach to early literacy, and integrating technology tools. Furthermore, the plan seeks to foster a safe and positive culture for teaching and learning through initiatives such as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and Mental Health First Aid.

The Board of Education approved Committee on Pre-School Education recommendations and adopted the tentative 2026-2027 BOCES Administrative budget. Additionally, the Board reviewed and accepted the commitment statement for BOCES services for the upcoming school year, participated in the election of BOCES Board of Education members, and approved a Unanimous Joint Agreement regarding a Capital Project. The Board also confirmed permanent appointments for non-instructional staff members.

The board meeting included recognition of student achievements in athletics and engineering. Key actions included the approval of various personnel appointments, resignations, and changes in status for instructional and non-instructional staff. The Board adopted several policies related to concussion management, procurement, data networks, and cybersecurity. Additionally, the Board authorized health and welfare service agreements with neighboring school districts, approved participation in Erie 2 BOCES cooperative bidding, and approved an MOA with the Holland Teachers' Association. Financial reports and various committee reports were presented, including an update on the budget process and 2024 Capital Project change orders.

The meeting included routine procedural items and the approval of the current agenda. Key actions involved the adoption of the consent agenda, which included CSE & CPSE Recommendations and various Financial Reports. Personnel items discussed included the approval of tenure for several teachers and an administrator (Jason Jacobs), the probationary appointment of a new Director of Pupil Personnel Services & Director of Curriculum, and acceptance of a resignation. Special matters recognized board member contributions and tenure appointments. Several presentations were given on HHH Awards, threat assessment protocol, and an enrollment study. Major financial decisions included authorizing transfers from the General Fund to the Unemployment Reserve Fund and the Employee Retirement Fund, approving an agreement for health and welfare services with Buffalo City School District, and adopting a resolution for a Transportation Bond Notice related to the purchase of school buses. The Board also approved the District Code of Conduct for the upcoming school year. During executive session, personnel and litigation matters related to CVA cases were discussed.

The discussion segment focused on the approval of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Teamsters Union #264. The board also approved permanent appointments for several non-instructional staff members, including Teacher Aide and Monitor positions, with specified effective dates. Following these actions, the board adjourned to executive session to discuss personnel matters before returning to the regular session and ultimately adjourning the meeting.