Michael N. Lee

The meeting included a student recognition, a final budget hearing, and selection of vote chairpersons. The Board approved various consent agenda items, such as cooperative transportation agreements, contracts for computer services, and staff appointments. Key reports were provided on school activities, including student appreciation events, induction ceremonies, athletic department developments, and facility project updates. Additionally, the Board discussed advocacy efforts regarding athletic championships and reviewed information sharing with the town tax assessor.

This Instructional Technology Plan for the Putnam Valley Central School District outlines a roadmap to enhance teaching and learning through the strategic integration of technology. It focuses on three key areas: ensuring technology is used meaningfully to create active, student-centered learning experiences aligned with state standards; promoting safe and responsible technology use and supporting student social-emotional health through targeted professional development; and continuously improving technology and network infrastructure to support effective in-person and remote instruction.

This document outlines a revised capital improvement project for the Putnam Valley schools, designed to address key infrastructure challenges and enhance facilities. The project prioritizes essential upgrades, including the expansion and modernization of the elementary school's nurses' suite, construction of a new accessible playground, and a transition to geothermal heating and cooling. At the middle school, improvements focus on safety and accessibility through parking lot redesigns. The high school will see the replacement of failing retaining walls and roofs, installation of solar panels, and resurfacing of the parking lot. The plan aims to ensure safe, functional, and welcoming school environments for generations, prevent future costly repairs, and achieve sustainability, all while remaining tax-neutral for the community through state aid and capital reserve funds.

The Board discussed the treasurer's report and approved consent agenda items, which included CSE placements, an amended substitute listing, a change in the November meeting date, new appointments to the Audit Committee, and updates to the 2025-2026 clubs and advisor stipends. The Board also accepted donations for science research poster boards. Presentations focused on the high school's opening, featuring the Big Buddy program, the school's Color Wars event, and community outreach efforts through vision quests, the tiger streak student leadership group, and building steering committees. Furthermore, the meeting addressed the district's core value of resiliency and hosted assemblies led by a guest speaker on character building and leadership.

The board meeting included the approval of a consent agenda, which encompassed personnel appointments, coaching assignments, sports team mergers, and contract agreements. The superintendent provided an update on student achievements in cheerleading and science research, recognized program milestones such as the seal of biliteracy, and outlined upcoming school events and conference days. A detailed budget presentation for the 2026-2027 school year was conducted, focusing on the tax levy limit, revenue sources, and expenditure categories. Discussions also covered the use of emergency snow days and plans for future remote learning.