Wendy Brown

This document outlines a Five-Year Plan for capital improvements for the Lewiston-Porter Central School District, informed by a 2025 Building Condition Survey. The plan details significant projects across the Middle School, Intermediate Education Center, Primary Education Center, High School, Community Resource Center, Bus Garage, and Athletic Fields. Key initiatives include comprehensive renovations, system replacements (e.g., MEP, roofs, windows), upgrades to various facilities such as parking lots, kitchens, and athletic venues, and enhancements for accessibility, all aimed at modernizing and ensuring the optimal condition of the district's infrastructure.

The meeting covered the success of the Regents and midterm testing period despite a school closure, noting that two midterm exams were postponed. Recognition was given to an ELA AIS provider for 100% student passing rates. Discussions included the schedule for Quarter 3 assessments and the focus for February, which involves identifying and supporting underserved courses or skills through data analysis and targeted interventions such as AIS services and tutoring. Other topics included updates on curriculum pacing, classroom management, assessment practices, special education procedures, and scheduling New Teacher Meetings to share best practices. Upcoming events until the next Board of Education meeting, including All-County Festivals and High School Musical performances, were also noted.

The meeting included presentations on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI&B) and an External Audit. Discussion items involved policy reviews, specifically second reads for policies concerning Instructional Materials (Policy 8340) and Home Tutoring (Policy 8450), and first reads for new policies on District DEI&B (Policy 3430) and Student Gender Identity (Policy 7552). Other reviewed policies covered Suicide (Policy 7540), Regular Board Meetings (Policy 1510), Public Access To Records (Regulation 3310R), Employment Status Determination (Regulation 6560R), Non-Discrimination (Policy 3420), and Title IX (Policy 3421). The Superintendent presented on his goals, and the appointment of a NYSSBA Voting Delegate was discussed. New Business included the approved appointment of Mr. James Walker as an impartial hearing officer for due process hearings under IDEA.

The minutes document covers proceedings from multiple sessions. Key discussions and actions included the acceptance of the agenda for the December 15, 2025 meeting. The January 12, 2026 Work Session/Budget Workshop involved opening discussions on budget goals, parameters, and priorities, as well as first and second readings of several policies related to special education and data security. New business during the January 12 meeting involved approving the District Safety Plan and acknowledging the resignation of Board Member Jack G. Waugamann III, effective December 19, 2025. Various personnel consent agenda items were approved across both dates, including resignations, leaves of absence, appointments (instructional, non-instructional, substitutes, peer coordinators, mentorships, and coaching staff), and the adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget Development Calendar. A significant financial action included approving the Phase II Solar Array Project contract for $2,323,425.40. Pupil personnel matters included approvals for Committee on Special Education (CSE) and Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) placement recommendations.

The agenda for the Regular Board Meeting included an Executive Session planned for matters leading to the appointment of a particular person. Key reports covered the Building Condition Survey/Five Year Capital Facilities Plan presentation and recognition of a National Board Certified Teacher, along with tenure appointments. Administrative reports included updates from various school levels. District operations involved the first and second readings of multiple policy revisions, particularly concerning Special Education policies, approval of a Special Education Agreement with Lockport City School District, and the appointment of an Impartial Hearing Officer. Personnel matters included the acceptance of numerous resignations, leaves of absence, tenure appointments (including for a School Psychologist and an Elementary teacher), salary adjustments due to degree conferral, and various non-instructional and substitute appointments. The Board also addressed coaching and co-curricular/extra-curricular appointments.