Warren Sackman

The board held a public hearing for the 2026-2027 district-wide safety plan, discussing standard response protocols, the addition of a student elopement wandering response plan, updated building-level emergency response plans, and new facility mapping in coordination with the county. The meeting also included an executive session for confidential matters such as employment and legal advice, a public comment period regarding disability accommodations in board policies, and concerns raised about the resignation of a specific staff member.

The Board of Education engaged in a budget workshop and discussed district improvement and education plans. Key actions included approving the Shared Decision Making plan, accepting a donation of three Bike Gardens, and authorizing a professional services contract with Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES. The Board also appointed legal counsel for a specific appeal, approved policy 1230 regarding public comment, authorized an agreement for election management, and adopted the school and library budget election calendar. Furthermore, the meeting covered extensive human resources agenda items, including tenure recommendations, the creation of new supervisor positions, and personnel adjustments. Financial actions involved approving transportation piggyback agreements, property tax refunds due to court orders and clerical errors, and an increase to an external audit agreement. Finally, several conference requests and field trips were approved, alongside placements for students with disabilities as recommended by the CSE/CPSE committees.

The board addressed several key matters, including the acceptance of bid awards for library and school facility renovations, HVAC controls, and mechanical upgrades. Personnel actions included numerous appointments for professional and civil service roles, as well as several resignations and leaves of absence. The board also authorized contracts for HR software solutions, IT services, and various consulting services. Furthermore, approval was granted for multiple field trips for elementary and secondary students, and several budget transfers and audit reports were accepted.

The board convened to address various administrative, personnel, and financial actions. Key approvals included the adoption of a code of ethics policy, a workplace violence prevention program, and numerous personnel-related items including appointments, resignations, and contract terminations. Financial authorizations featured budget transfers, bid awards for asbestos abatement services, district-wide radios, and electrical switchgear upgrades, as well as property tax refunds. Additionally, the board authorized several field trips, conference attendance, professional development contracts, and the disposal of obsolete district equipment, along with special education placement recommendations.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational matters. Key agenda items included the appointment of acting principals, the adoption of policies regarding fund balance and reserve funds, and parent and family engagement, and the approval of human resources appointments and leaves. Additionally, the board approved various after-school program appointments, including 'Neon Nights', Empire State After School Program, and 'Friday Night Lights'. Financial resolutions were passed regarding tax refunds, corrective action plans for risk assessments, and the procurement of moving and furniture installation services for school projects. The board also authorized technology contracts, approved several field trip requests, engaged the Empire Swim Academy for student instruction, and reviewed recommendations from special education committees.