Sara Mucino

This document outlines the Gates Chili Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework, a district-wide approach integrating academics, behavior, and social-emotional learning to ensure every student receives appropriate support. The framework is built upon a tiered approach to student success, encompassing Tier 1 (universal support), Tier 2 (extra help), and Tier 3 (intensive help). Key supporting components include comprehensive assessment systems, data-based decision-making, evidence-based practices, tiered interventions, collaboration, professional learning, and continuous improvement, all aimed at equitably providing resources, empowering staff, and improving outcomes for all students.

The Board of Education meeting included presentations on communications and community engagement, a capital project update, and the proposed school district budget. Key actions involved the approval of consensus items such as personnel changes, special education committee recommendations, the appointment of election officials, and a revised school calendar. Further approvals were granted for the property tax report card, the annual school budget, propositions, and the administrative budget and board candidates for the Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES. Additionally, the Superintendent provided updates on calendar changes, recent district events such as the Comic Con and Spartan Park grand opening, various student and department accolades, and information regarding upcoming board election procedures.

The board meeting included the presentation of GC Pride Awards, reports from Florence Brasser Elementary School, updates on Human Resources, and a presentation on Finance, Facilities, and Audit matters. The board appointed a Deputy District Clerk and approved terms and conditions of employment for the Deputy Superintendent. Additionally, the board approved several consent items, including superintendent-recommended personnel actions, recommendations from the Committee on Special Education, and bids for cooperative school supplies. The Superintendent also provided information on upcoming district events such as the Spartan Park opening, spirit week, a middle school talent show, the Spartan Way 5k, and an elementary volleyball tournament.

The committee meeting covered internal and independent audit updates, including findings on third-quarter accounts payable and future audit schedules. Financial discussions focused on the current budget status, noting the lack of state aid and upcoming budget vote dates. Facilities reports included addressing community concerns regarding PA system volumes, fire system upgrade quotes, progress on electric vehicle charger installations, and ongoing building and park improvements, including fencing and camera installations.

The board held a regular business meeting and a public budget hearing. Key discussion topics included a tenure celebration for various educators and administrators, and a comprehensive public budget hearing for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget presentation covered goals and priorities, such as maintaining programming, addressing student mental health needs, and providing enriching extracurricular opportunities. The administration also discussed the current state of state aid, revenue and expenditure management strategies, and specific cost drivers like facility maintenance, utility costs, and contractual salary increases.