Hempstead Public School District Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education meeting focused on a wide range of operational, financial, and personnel matters. Significant actions included authorizing various employment agreements, grievance settlements, and professional appointments for teaching, administrative, and support staff. The Board awarded an electrical construction contract, approved several partnership agreements with educational and consulting firms, and accepted multiple donations for student athletics and programs. Operational items addressed included budget calendars, capital project environmental reviews, and food service contract extensions. Additionally, the Board established policy committee appointments and designated personnel for after-school tutoring, adult education, and translation services.
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Hempstead Public Schools Board of Education Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed and approved numerous items including committee and staff appointments, union grievance settlements, and various partnership and service contracts for the school district. Financial actions included reviews of warrants, treasurer's reports, the 2027-2028 budget calendar, and the approval of capital improvement projects. Several donations were accepted to support student programs. The Board also addressed personnel matters, such as leaves of absence, resignations, club advisor appointments, and the appointment of translators and adult education staff. Additionally, the Board authorized special education and pupil personnel services, including tutoring and partnership programs with local universities.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
Hempstead Union Free School District Board of Education Reorganization Meeting
The board conducted its annual reorganization meeting, which included the election and swearing-in of the Board President and the swearing-in of the Superintendent of Schools. Key agenda items involved the approval of annual appointments for district officers, including legal counsel, treasurers, and various compliance and departmental coordinators. The board also designated financial depositories, approved cooperative purchasing and bidding agreements, and established policies for conference attendance, budget transfers, and mileage reimbursement. Additionally, the board appointed internal and external auditors, authorized borrowing through Tax Anticipation Notes, approved the 2026-2027 general budget tax levy, and ratified service provider contracts for pupil personnel and special education needs.
Jan 1, 2026·Strategic plan
Hempstead Public Schools Professional Development Plan 2026-2029
This Professional Development Plan aims to enhance the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring educators and leaders engage in substantial professional development. Key focus areas include strengthening instructional coherence, promoting deeper student thinking, integrating reading and writing strategies across content areas, aligning with the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, and implementing a comprehensive mentoring program to support recruitment, development, and retention of effective educators. The plan also details professional development for teaching assistants and administrators, emphasizing data-driven instruction, equitable practices, and adherence to New York State professional development standards.
