Richard Foederer

The Baldwinsville Central School District's Engagement Summary outlines strategic initiatives focusing on Graduation Measures and Redefined Learning Experiences, including the 'Portrait of a Graduate' framework. Key instructional requirements are introduced for Personal Finance Education and Climate Education, with an implementation timeline beginning in the 2026-2027 school year and extending to the 2028-2029 school year.

The audit findings for the 2024-25 fiscal year external audit, performed by Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP, were reviewed. The audit identified opportunities for strengthening internal controls and operating efficiency. A similar deficiency from 2022-23 and 2023-24 remains for 2024-25, concerning the School Lunch Fund balance exceeding the recommended limit per Federal Regulation #7CFR Part 210.14. The District has submitted a spend down plan, including upgrading central receiving, to reduce the fund balance by June 30, 2026.

The audit identified a prior year deficiency regarding the School Lunch Fund balance exceeding the recommended federal regulation limit. The recommendation is for the District to continue monitoring the fund balance to comply with the Federal Regulation.

The meeting included discussions and decisions regarding board norms, specifically focusing on communication protocols and the handling of information. The board addressed questions related to sending emails, congratulating staff, and the process for addressing inquiries to the superintendent. They also discussed the importance of trust and assuming positive intent among board members when engaging with staff. Additionally, they touched upon the definition and implications of making decisions by consensus.

The meeting addressed the submission of a plan comprising three options: in-person, hybrid, and remote learning. The selected hybrid model was based on feedback from over 3,600 families. The hybrid model includes the option of 100% remote learning. Students will be divided into two cohorts and will follow a three-day in-person and three-day remote sequence. The 100% remote learning option will provide daily instruction by a staff member engaged in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction. The district will use Google Classroom and Seesaw as the foundational platforms.