Tuxedo Union Free School District

This document outlines the mission and comprehensive services of the George F. Baker High School Guidance Department. It details their commitment to providing age-appropriate and sequential school counseling programs aligned with New York State and American School Counselor Association standards, focusing on students' academic, career, and personal/social development. The plan describes typical monthly responsibilities, specific monthly activities, and future enhancement goals, including improving communication, enhancing college readiness, and fostering professional development, all aimed at preparing students for success and effective community membership.

This report provides data and analysis to inform strategic decision-making for George F. Baker High School within the Tuxedo Union Free School District. It evaluates the high school's academic programs and extracurricular activities, analyzes the financial and operational implications of maintaining or closing the high school, and gathers community sentiment. The report also integrates research on student experiences in small schools to support leaders in determining the best way to provide an excellent and fiscally responsible education for high school students.

The District-Wide School Safety and Emergency Management Plan aims to prevent, minimize, and effectively manage the effects of violent incidents and emergencies, ensuring coordination with local and county resources. It encompasses risk reduction and prevention strategies, comprehensive response protocols for various emergencies, communication plans with stakeholders, and recovery measures for continuity of operations and instruction. A key component is the Emergency Remote Instruction Plan, which outlines provisions for remote learning, including device accessibility and instructional methodologies, during emergency school closures.

The Board of Education meeting covered several key discussion topics, including the suspension of public comments during remote meetings, a review of Regents scores, and a preliminary presentation of the 2020-2021 budget with no tax levy increase. Administrators provided updates on student services, distance learning initiatives, and the district's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including modifications to the school calendar. The board also addressed personnel appointments, retirements, the acceptance of capital bond vote results, and updates to district policies regarding competitive bidding and legal counsel. Furthermore, the board authorized an opt-in data privacy agreement with Erie 1 BOCES and Google and held an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

The board meeting included a review of public comments regarding remote meeting accessibility, budget concerns, and district communication. The Business Administrator presented an update to the 2020-2021 budget. Actions taken included approving a revised budget calendar, authorizing a virtual public hearing, and passing a bus lease-purchase proposition. The board also formally adopted the 2020-2021 school year budget and held an executive session to discuss litigation.