Stephen Rafferty

This District Plan outlines the comprehensive provision of special education and related services for students with disabilities. It covers general education programs, various special education programs and services, availability of instructional materials in alternate formats, and strategies to increase graduation rates for students with disabilities. The plan details methods for evaluating program objectives, space allocation, and budget, all aimed at empowering students with disabilities to achieve their full potential and become engaged, compassionate, and productive members of the community.

The strategic plan for DeRuyter Central School District aims to empower students to become engaged, compassionate, and productive community members through transformative educational experiences. The plan prioritizes academic excellence by increasing the percentage of students meeting state standards, providing early intervention services, STEM course offerings, and hands-on experiences. It focuses on the student experience by creating a safe, supportive environment with diverse opportunities. Enhanced operational procedures are developed to foster collaboration, communication, and sustainable enrollment growth through targeted training and professional development.

The DeRuyter Central Schools Shared-Decision Making Plan focuses on improving student outcomes through enhanced parental and community involvement, effective assessment strategies, and a commitment to heterogeneous student grouping. Key areas include aligning curriculum with Common Core Learning Standards, utilizing diverse assessment methods, and addressing student learning styles through differentiated instruction. The plan emphasizes the importance of faculty and staff input, integrating technology into the curriculum, and leveraging the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) to foster communication and collaboration. Accountability measures include analyzing state assessments, implementing Response to Intervention (RTI) services, and utilizing the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) system. Dispute resolution mechanisms are outlined, and the plan ensures compliance with state and federal requirements for parental involvement.

The DeRuyter Central School District's 2022-2025 Instructional Technology Plan focuses on providing students with the technological tools and skills necessary for success in a global society. The plan emphasizes professional development for educators to effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning, creating a student engagement plan to foster crucial technology skills, and improving communication with students, families, and the community through technology. The plan aims to ensure equitable access to technology for all students, including those with disabilities, English language learners, and those experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. The plan also addresses the need for a robust technology infrastructure and ongoing professional development to support these goals.

The meeting covered the treasurer report, scholastic book fair, scholarship fund, clothing sale, and other miscellaneous items. Key discussion points included scheduling and logistics for the book fair, including class visits and volunteer sign-ups. The scholarship fund's financial status was reviewed, along with plans for potential consolidation of accounts and future scholarship adjustments. Details for the upcoming clothing sale were finalized, including online ordering and pick-up/shipping options. The meeting also noted the cancellation of movie nights and discussed the need for a larger meeting location. Finally, plans for the science fair were tabled for the next meeting.