Matthew C Arno

The meeting included approval of the agenda and action items covering several personnel matters. The Board approved rescinding a previous letter of intent for retirement for Michelle Vaughn and accepted a revised letter, and approved the resignation for retirement of Robert Knowles. They also approved a resignation from Jenna Dutil, several Civil Service appointments (permanent and probationary), and an unpaid Leave of Absence for an employee. Stipends were approved for a Lunch Duty Supervisor, and appointments for Instructional Substitutes, Non-Instructional Substitutes, and Coaches were confirmed. The Board approved several Elementary Extracurricular/Intermural Activities for Quarter 3. Administrative actions included approving Occasional Drivers, appointing a Subcommittee Chairperson for Special Education meetings, and approving a request to post for a Technology Integration Specialist. Further actions included approving the Section VII Merger Application for Track and Field with Northern Adirondack Central School, agreeing to participate in the NY/Island Cooperative Bid Program, approving the Second Amendment to the Energy Performance Contract with Danforth Company, and awarding the bid for the 2025-26 Capital Outlay Project - HVAC Controls Upgrade to Core Climate Systems, LLC. The Board also approved the District Treasurer's Reports for December 2025 and January 2026, and Budgetary Transfers for Quarter 2 2025-26. The meeting concluded with an Executive Session to discuss matters related to the employment history or appointment of a particular person.

The meeting commenced with procedural items, including the approval of the agenda. Key presentations included an overview of the Cougar Outdoor Leadership Academy (COLA) program by participating students and a presentation by the Athletic Director regarding the potential replacement of the current broadcast system with the Hudl system, noting benefits like improved technical support and expanded broadcasting capabilities. Action items involved approving the agenda, approving recommendations from the Committee on Special Education (including one amendment with no meeting), approving letters of intent to retire and resignations, approving Civil Service Permanent Appointments and Instructional/Non-Instructional Substitute Appointments, approving a tutor for the 2025-26 school year, and approving Athletic Appointments. Further actions included approving a request to post for vacancies, approving the IRS Mileage Reimbursement Rate effective January 1, 2026, approving a Lacrosse Merger application, approving the creation of a Swim Club, approving the Treasurer's Report dated November 30, 2025, amending the Corrective Action Plan related to the Comptroller's Audit, adopting the Revised Policy #5405 Wellness Policy, and approving an amendment to a Side Letter of Agreement with the NCCS Administrative and Supervisory Council. The meeting included an Executive Session to discuss employment history, appointments, or promotions.

The meeting included a presentation on CVES Programs & Services Update and Facilities Expansion Progress. The board addressed several action items, including approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025, Regular Monthly Meeting, Committee on Special Education Recommendations and Amendments, an amendment to a Tenure Appointment, and resignations for retirement and other resignations. The board also approved instructional and non-instructional substitute appointments, athletic appointments for the 2025-2026 school year, the Budget Development Calendar for the 2026-2027 School Year, the School Tax Collector's Report for 2025-2026, and the Independent Internal Claims Auditor Report. Additionally, there was discussion around a revised Wellness Policy, future board meetings and budget development updates, and a request to take the Harvard Model UN Team to Boston. The board convened in Executive Session to discuss a matter of employment history.

The meeting included discussions on instructional coaching, emergency response and communication protocols, and updates on addressing disproportionately high suspension rates among students. The board approved various action items, including civil service permanent appointments, instructional and non-instructional substitute appointments, coaches for the 2025-2026 school year, athletic appointments, and the substitute list for 2025-26. Additionally, approvals were granted for elementary extra-curricular activities, an ice hockey merger with Northern Adirondack Central School, the bid award of a surplus van, the District's 2024-2025 Audit Report, budgetary transfers, the Treasurer's Report, and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Clinton County Health Department.

The meeting included a presentation on the Dignity Act for All Students (DASA) and updates to be implemented. The Ex Officio Student Board Member reported on attending a workshop and plans to implement a student discussion area. The Superintendent shared positive feedback from staff training and discussed district goals. The board approved civil service appointments, instructional and non-instructional substitutes, coaches for the 2025-2026 school year, and a substitute list. Approvals were also given for a wrestling merger with Northern Adirondack Central School and a hockey merger. A snow removal bid was awarded, and a resolution was adopted to destroy official ballots. The board also approved a Municipal Cooperation Agreement for health insurance and the District Treasurer's Reports. The disposal of buses was approved, and district goals for the upcoming school years were discussed. The meeting also covered a regionalization plan, Portrait of a Graduate, and Policy 0115 on student harassment and bullying prevention. An executive session was held regarding a matter of employment history.