Randy Zukowski

The Newark Valley Central School District's AIS/MTSS Plan outlines procedures and strategies to support students not meeting grade-level expectations, with an initial focus on literacy for the 2025-2026 school year. It establishes a tiered support system comprising Tier I (Core Instruction/Universal Support), Tier II (Targeted Intervention/Strategic Support), and Tier III (Intensive Intervention/Individualized Support). Key components include systematic identification, timely and effective intervention delivery, ongoing progress monitoring, and meaningful parent/guardian engagement. The plan aims to enhance literacy outcomes, promote long-term academic achievement, foster equity, and provide necessary support for all students to succeed.

The Newark Valley Central School District's Blueprint for Excellence is centered on empowering students for success through authentic experiences. The plan prioritizes community connections, student experience, and operational efficiency. Key goals include enhancing community collaboration to improve student achievement, providing diverse educational opportunities in a secure environment, and optimizing district operations for student success. The plan emphasizes continuous improvement, innovation, and a focus on student needs and well-being.

The Newark Valley Central School District is holding a public hearing and budget vote. The proposed 2025-2026 school budget totals $32,162,752, with a 3.5% tax levy increase, remaining below the allowable tax cap of 4.24%. The budget supports academic programs, athletics, the arts, extracurricular activities, and capital project improvements. Voters will also decide on propositions to finance the acquisition of school buses and a student transportation vehicle.

The board meeting covered various key topics, including the appointment of a district clerk, the election of board president and vice president, and the approval of appointments for various officer and committee positions. The meeting also included the approval of appointments for school attorneys, bond counsel, and other key personnel. Significant discussion involved the approval of the 2023-2024 budget, policies, and the authorization of various expenditures, including bonding and the issuance of serial bonds for school bus acquisition. Additionally, the board addressed personnel matters, including probationary appointments, resignations, and permanent appointments.

The board meeting covered various topics, including district updates on the Blueprint for Excellence and the annual school budget vote results. Discussions on staffing, upcoming student events, and financial reports were held. The board approved resolutions related to the treasurer's report, budget status reports, extra classroom activity reports, transportation for a benefit, a transportation request for the 2024-2025 school year, funding for an agreement with Newark Valley Mechanics, a donation from Visions Federal Credit Union, and bids for various school supplies. Additionally, the board addressed personnel matters, including tenure appointments, a retirement resignation, resignations, and unpaid leave approvals. Finally, the board set dates for future reorganization and regular meetings.