Frontier Central School District

The Board of Education convened to conduct an executive session for the purpose of discussing the employment history of two specific individuals.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including an executive session regarding disciplinary and legal matters, approval of the 2026-2027 instructional calendar, and the commendation of the top ten seniors of the Class of 2026. The meeting covered numerous personnel actions, including resignations, retirements, terminations, leaves of absence, and various appointments. Additionally, the board approved various contracts, including those for elevator modernization, behavioral analysis services, health and welfare services, and instructional programs. Key business matters included the acceptance of internal audit reports, the approval of a capital outlay project for Blasdell Elementary School, and authorization for pooled bond financing. Several policies underwent their first or second reading for adoption, and the board conducted elections and budget adoption procedures for the Erie 1 BOCES.

The meeting featured a presentation of the 2026-27 budget and discussions regarding the modification of the maximum estimated cost for the 2021 Capital Improvements Project. Additionally, the board addressed the purchase and financing of school buses and similar vehicles, as well as a proposition regarding the reduction in the number of school board members. The session also included time for public comment and closing remarks from the superintendent.

The Board of Education meeting included presentations on health services, the commendation of school nurses and teachers, and several committee reports. Personnel actions included the approval of staff resignations, transfers, leaves of absence, and various appointments, including a new School District Treasurer and teaching and support staff. The board approved numerous contracts for special education, therapy services, Medicaid compliance, and facility improvements, including elevator modernization and playground equipment installation. Applications for NY PLAYS grants for Cloverbank Elementary and the Falcon Center were authorized. Additionally, the board approved the combination of the Girls Hockey team with neighboring districts and adopted several new district policies.

The board meeting covered several key agenda items, including a comprehensive budget presentation, the status of the ongoing SOAR capital project, the planned purchase of three new buses with updated technology, and a proposal to reduce the number of board members. The session also featured a presentation from the district's medical director and lead nurse detailing health office operations, mental health support, and athletic injury prevention programs. Additionally, the board recognized a staff member for achieving a doctoral degree.