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Tue Jul 7, 2026

Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting

Board approves officers, staff appointments, and banking designations

The Sidney Central School Board of Education will swear in new members and approve the election of officers, including the appointment of the District Treasurer and Tax Collector. The board will also vote on a series of staff appointments and banking designations for the 2026-2027 school year.

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4 Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Clerk of the Board will call the meeting to order and Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Swearing in of the New Board of Education Subject A. The Clerk of the Board will swear in Re-Elected Board members - Amanda Finch, Jason Miller and Justin Poss, Superintendent of Schools - Eben Bullock, District Clerk - Nancy Edwards, District Treasurer - Constance Rutherford, Clerk Pro Tem - Constance Rutherford. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 2. Swearing in of the New Board of Education Type Information File Attachments 3. Election of Officers of the Board of Education Subject A. Recommended to approve the proposal for President, Vice-President and Board Committee Assignments. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 3. Election of Officers of the Board of Education Type Action Recommended Action Recommended to approve the proposal for President, Vice-President and Board Committee Assignments. Recommended to approve the proposal for President, Vice-President and Board Committee Assignments. File Attachments Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of Officers of the Board of Education as presented. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 3. Election of Officers of the Board of Education Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of Officers of the Board of Education as presented. To approve the July 7, 2026 Election of Officers of the Board of Education as presented.       Appointment of Nancy Edwards as District Clerk, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. Appointment of Constance Rutherford as Clerk Pro Tem, as needed, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. Appointment of Constance Rutherford as Treasurer of the District, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. Appointment of Aimee Warner as Deputy Treasurer, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. To designate Nancy Edwards as Tax Collector on behalf of the Sidney Central School District at a stipend of $5,000, and to designate Constance Rutherford as Deputy Tax Collector at a stipend of $1,250, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. To appoint DCMO BOCES as Claims Auditor, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting.       File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of Officers of the Board of Education as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks 4. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 4. Open Forum Type Information It is the Board of Education’s belief that community involvement leads to better schools. After all, that is why we became Board members. We encourage an open discussion of topics relating to our schools. Each Board meeting begins with fifteen minutes of Open Session to allow for these discussions. However, there are some topics which cannot be discussed in public.       File Attachments 5. Election of District Officials Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of District Officials of the Board of Education as presented. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 5. Election of District Officials Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of District Officials of the Board of Education as presented. To approve the July 7, 2026, Election of District Officials of the Board of Education as presented.   PURCHASING AGENT That Eben Bullock, Superintendent of Schools, be appointed Purchasing Agent, and Aimee Warner as Deputy Purchasing Agent. PAYROLL PROCESSING and ACCOUNTING SERVICES That Management Advisory Group Operations, Inc. be appointed for Payroll Processing, at a rate of $32,358 and Accounting Services, at a rate of $53,185. APPOINTMENT OF COUNSEL TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION That Ferrara, Fiorenza PC be appointed counsel to the Board of Education, at a rate of $250 per hour for partners, senior counsel, and "of counsel" attorneys, and $215 to $245 per hour  for associate attorneys, and the rate for paralegals will be $155 per hour and law clerks will be $175 per hour. CHIEF MEDICAL ADVISOR That The Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital be appointed Chief Medical Advisor. CERTIFICATION OF PAYROLLS That Aimee Warner, School Business Executive, be appointed to certify payrolls. APPOINTMENT OF STUDENT EXTRACLASSROOM ACCOUNT OFFICERS That the following be appointed as Student Extraclassroom Account Officers for 2026-2027 school year:      Extraclassroom Counselor:             High School (7-12)- Maggie Massar             Elementary School (UPK-2) Sean Wood             Elementary School (3-6) Robert Hansen                       Central Treasurer - Bonnie MacDonald Schoonover             The designation of Student Extraclassroom Account Officers is required by law. APPOINTMENT OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER That Tammy Osborne be appointed Records Management Officer. HIPPA COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR That Aimee Warner, School Business Executive,  be appointed HIPPA Compliance Coordinator. APPOINTMENT OF HOMELESS LIAISON That Kerrie Johnston, Assistant Superintendent, be appointed Homeless Liaison. APPOINTMENT OF SECTION 504 COORDINATOR That Kerrie Johnston, Assistant Superintendent, be appointed Section 504 Coordinator. APPOINTMENT OF TITLE IX OFFICER That Kerrie Johnston, Assistant Superintendent, be appointed Title IX Officer APPOINTMENT OF RIGHT TO KNOW OFFICER That Christopher Stillmam, Director of Facilities I, be appointed Right to Know Officer. APPOINTMENT OF SCHOOL PESTICIDE REPRESENTATIVE That Christopher Stillman, Director of Facilities I, be appointed School Pesticide Representative. APPOINTMENT OF ASBESTOS LEA DESIGNEE That Christopher Stillman, Director of Facilities I, be appointed Asbestos LEA Designee. APPOINTMENT OF SAFETY COORDINATOR That Antonio Stenta, Director of Curriculum/School Improvement, be appointed Safety Coordinator. APPOINTMENT OF FOOD SERVICE REVIEWING, HEARING, AND VERIFICATION OFFICIALS That Connie Babino (DCMO BOCES) be appointed reviewing agent, and Aimee Warner be appointed as Hearing Official for the 2026-2027 school year. APPOINTMENT OF WORKERS COMPENSATION SAFETY GROUP That Aimee Warner, School Business Executive, be appointed as a member of the Southern Tier Public School Workers Compensation Safety Group, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. APPOINTMENT OF RECORDS ACCESS OFFICER That   Constance Rutherford be appointed Records Access Officer, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. APPOINTMENT OF DESIGNATED EDUCATIONAL OFFICIAL That Eben Bullock, Superintendent of Schools, be appointed the District’s Designated Educational Official, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. APPOINTMENT OF MEDICAID COMPLIANCE OFFICER That Aimee Warner, School Business Executive, be appointed Medicaid Compliance Officer, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. APPOINTMENT OF DASA (Dignity for All Students Act) COORDINATORS That Maggie Massar (Jr/Sr High School), Robert Hansen and Sean Wood (Elementary School) be appointed as DASA Coordinators effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. APPOINTMENT OF DISTRICT CHIEF EMERGENCY OFFICER That Eben Bullock, Superintendent of Schools, be appointed the District’s District Chief Emergency Officer, effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Election of District Officials of the Board of Education as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks 6. Designations Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Designations: Designation of Bank Depository for District Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for District/Capital Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for Student Extraclassroom Funds as presented. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 6. Designations Type Action, Procedural Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Designations: Designation of Bank Depository for District Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for District/Capital Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for Student Extraclassroom Funds as presented. To approve the July 7, 2026, Designations: Designation of Bank Depository for District Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for District/Capital Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for Student Extraclassroom Funds as presented. File Attachments 2026-2027 Bank Designations.pdf (30 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Designations: Designation of Bank Depository for District Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for District/Capital Funds, Designation of Bank Depository for Student Extraclassroom Funds as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks 7. Standing Management Resolutions Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Standing Management Resolutions as presented. Meeting Jul 7, 2026 - Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting Category 7. Standing Management Resolutions Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the July 7, 2026, Standing Management Resolutions as presented. To approve the July 7, 2026, Standing Management Resolutions as presented.   APPROVAL OF DISTRICT TREASURER'S BOND    That the insurance rider on the employee dishonesty coverage for the District Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer in the amount of $1,000,000.00 be approved as to form and sufficiency. APPROVAL OF THE STUDENT EXTRACLASSROOM TREASURER'S BOND That the employee dishonesty coverage for the central treasurer of the Student Extraclassroom Account in the amount of $100,000 be approved as to form and sufficiency. DESIGNATION OF SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIAL NEWSPAPERS That The Daily Star, The Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin (when applicable), and The Walton Reporter (when time allows) are designated as the official newspapers of the District effective July 7, 2026 through the July 2027 Annual Organizational Meeting. AUTHORIZATION OF PAYMENTS BY TREASURER To authorize the treasurer to approve payment and issue checks as they become due. AUTHORIZATION OF HIRING AND PAYROLL To authorize the Superintendent of Schools to hire and approve payroll for employees between Board of Education meetings.  Final approval of employment will be at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting. AUTHORIZATION OF START-UP CHANGE CAFETERIA FUND That the start-up change cafeteria funds in the following amounts be established:     Office - Cafeteria Designee - Constance Rutherford Amount - $95.00 PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS To authorize the Superintendent of Schools to direct an employee of the district to submit to a physical examination by a District appointed physician per the provisions of Section 913 of New York State Education Law. MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT To approve the mileage reimbursement rate as set by the Internal Revenue Service, annually. MINIMUM WAGE In accordance with New York State Labor Law, to approve increasing all employees' hourly rates to the minimum wage  per hour on December 31, 2026, if their hourly rate is below minimum wage  per hour on that date. CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COUNCILS To authorize the DCMO BOCES Career and Technical Education Advisory Council to act as the advisory council for our district. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROVAL AT CONFERENCES To autho
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Regular Meeting

Syracuse City School District approves personnel and meeting minutes

The Board of Education met to approve previous meeting minutes and various personnel actions. The agenda included several teacher appointments, resignations, and summer program staffing.

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4 Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 2. Open Forum Type Information It is the Board of Education’s belief that community involvement leads to better schools. After all, that is why we became Board members. We encourage an open discussion of topics relating to our schools. Each Board meeting begins with fifteen minutes of Open Session to allow for these discussions. However, there are some topics which cannot be discussed in public.       File Attachments 3. Presentations Subject A. 6th Grade Book Project Presentation Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation 6th Grade Book Project Presentation File Attachments 4. District Updates 5. Minutes Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Budget Hearing and Regular Board of Education Meeting held on May 12, 2026. Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 5. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Budget Hearing and Regular Board of Education Meeting held on May 12, 2026. Minutes View Minutes for May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting To approve the minutes from the Budget Hearing and Regular Board of Education Meeting held on May 12, 2026. File Attachments May 12, 2026.MP3 (60,984 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Budget Hearing and Regular Board of Education Meeting held on May 12, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 6. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.   RESIGNATIONS:   To accept the resignation of  Nickole Barratt, 7-12 English Teacher effective June 30, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Emily Dyman, Elementary Teacher effective June 30, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Emily Kniffen, K-12 Art Teacher effective August 31, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Stephen Sklenarik, Bus Driver effective end of day June 25, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Faith Huestis, Bus Monitor effective end of day June 25, 2026.   AMENDMENTS:   To amend the appointment of Arthur Loomis, Director of Health, Physical Education, Athletics & Community Wellness, from probationary period effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, to probationary period effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.   To amend the appointment of Maxwell Kniola as a piano accompanist for the 2025-2026 school year, at $56.00 per hour, to $48.00 per hour.   APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint  Zachary Egan  to the position, Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 5M, tenure area of Elementary, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Kylee Peck  to the position, Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 5, tenure area of Elementary, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Katelyn Kellogg  to the position, Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 5, tenure area of Elementary, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Alexa Fylstra  to the position, Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 4, tenure area of Elementary, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Daniel Gallagher  to the position, 7-12 Math Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 4, tenure area of Math, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Blake Place  to the position, Agriculture Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 18M, tenure area of Agriculture, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least two (2) of the three (3) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teacher aides for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Hailey Hoag Michael Mazzarella Juli Mercurio   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day, as presented.   Michael Mazzarella Juli Mercurio   To appoint Gregg Norris as a band volunteer for the 2025-2026 school year.   To appoint Emily Morris as a Tutor at the rate of $56.00 per hour, for the 2025-2026 school year.   To appoint  Henry Bauer  as a summer school teacher, effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $58.00 per hour.   To appoint the following individuals as Summer Enrichment Teachers, effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $34.00 per hour, as presented.   Wayne Allen Annamarie Bargher Anya Beauchat Lisa Bundy Jacasa Currie Natalie Debiew Sarah Dexheimer Linda Dickey Spring Finch Callie Gill Megan Godfrey Ondrea Gransbury Brooke Halper Andrew Hoff Sara Longwell Alicia Maldonado Gina McManus William McManus Laurie Miller Kelly Nichols Brandy O’Connor Jamielyn Pisan Mallory Prelewicz Paul Sims Laura Slesinsky Tiffany Thomas Richard Townsend Connor van der Sommen Bryce VanCott Debra Vaughan Bailey Walker Kristen White Jonathan Yurka   To appoint the following individuals as Summer Enrichment Aides, effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, as presented, pending background check if applicable.   Avery Backus Alecea Begeal Zoey Brainard Anne Constable Elizabeth Goodspeed Emily Hardy Broc Higley Michael Mercurio Nayla Miley Ian Moodley Gabriel Monroe Kaleb Monroe Owen Mott Erin Neubert Lennon Swain Connor van der Sommen Cadence Wahlberg   To appoint the following individuals as Summer Enrichment Nurses, effective July 1, 2026 through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $34.00 per hour, as presented.   Ruth Boyce Kelly Cirigliano Kacey Theobald   To appoint the following individuals for the Summer Feeding Program as possible Kitchen Workers, effective July 1, 2026 through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $18.50 per hour, as presented.   Robin Cannistra Tina Chartier Danielle Hurlburt Sara Longwell Ann Simpkin   To appoint the following individuals as possible Summer Bus Drivers effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at their 2026-2027 pay rate, as presented.   Sean Brigham Tina Campbell Anne Gordon-Muller Randall Gransbury Emily Hotaling Jessica Kemmerer Gregory Prentice Richard Rutenber Carl Scarduzio Karen Walker Matthew Warner   To appoint the following individuals as possible Substitute Summer Bus Drivers effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at their 2026-2027 pay rate, as presented.   Stephen Sklenarik Jill Stevens   To appoint the following individuals as possible Summer Bus Monitors effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at their 2026-2027 pay rate, as presented.   Hannah Brigham Pamela Carney Jamie Gransbury Kathleen Hofele Betty Lospinuso Marianne Scarduzio   To appoint the following individuals as possible Substitute Summer Bus Monitors effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at their 2026-2027 pay rate, as presented.   Karen Losak Robin Miner Conrad Picou   To appoint the following individuals Lifeguards, effective July 1, 2026, through August 29, 2026, at a rate of $16.30 per hour, as presented, pending background check if applicable.   Natalie Debiew Erin Neubert Addisyn Umbra Caleb West Samantha West   RECLASSIFICATIONS:   To reclassify  Matthew Warner from Bus Driver probationary to Bus Driver permanent, effective June 26, 2026.   To reclassify  Katherine Porter  from Library Clerk probationary to Library Clerk permanent, effective June 29, 2026.         File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Mo
Tue May 12, 2026

Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting

Board to vote on $35.5M school budget and bus purchases

The Sidney Central School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the 2026-2027 budget, which proposes a total expenditure of $35,569,077. The meeting includes a public vote on Proposition 1 to adopt this budget and Proposition 2 to authorize the purchase of two diesel school buses for up to $347,500.

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4 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 2. Open Forum Type Information It is the Board of Education’s belief that community involvement leads to better schools. After all, that is why we became Board members. We encourage an open discussion of topics relating to our schools. Each Board meeting begins with fifteen minutes of Open Session to allow for these discussions. However, there are some topics which cannot be discussed in public.       File Attachments 3. Budget Hearing Subject A. Sidney Central School Annual Budget Presentation 2026-2027 School Year Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Presentation File Attachments 2026-2027 Line Item Expenditure.pdf (1,255 KB) 2026-2027 Line Item Revenue.pdf (108 KB) Budget Presentation May 2026.pptx.pdf (5,204 KB) Subject B. School District Budget Public Comments and Questions Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information File Attachments Subject C. Sidney Public Library Budget Presentation Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Presentation File Attachments Proposed Library Budget 2026-2027 Voter pages.xlsx (20 KB) Subject D. Sidney Public Library Comments and Questions Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information File Attachments Subject E. Legal Notice/Budget Notice Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information File Attachments 2026-2027 School District Budget Notice.pdf (106 KB) Legal Notice May 2026.docx (18 KB) Subject F. Proposition 1: Shall the Board of Education of the Sidney Central School District be authorized to expend sums set forth in the 2026-2027 school year proposed budget in the amount of $35,569,077 and levy the necessary tax therefor. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information Proposition 1: Shall the Board of Education of the Sidney Central School District be authorized to expend sums set forth in the 2026-2027 school year proposed budget in the amount of $35,569,077 and levy the necessary tax therefor. File Attachments Subject G. Proposition 2: To authorize the Board of Education of the Sidney Central School District to purchase two (2) diesel 65-passenger school busses for the purpose of providing student transportation and ancillary educational purposes at a total estimated cost to the School District, not to exceed $347,500 which shall be funded by the Capital Bus Reserve Fund. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information Proposition 2: To authorize the Board of Education of the Sidney Central School District to purchase two (2) diesel 65-passenger school busses for the purpose of providing student transportation and ancillary educational purposes at a total estimated cost to the School District, not to exceed $347,500 which shall be funded by the Capital Bus Reserve Fund. File Attachments Subject H. Proposition 3: That the Sidney Memorial Public Library proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year in the amount of $752,051 be adopted. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 3. Budget Hearing Type Information Proposition 3: That the Sidney Memorial Public Library proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year in the amount of $752,051 be adopted. File Attachments 4. Presentations Subject A. Student Experiences Delaware Valley Hospital Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 4. Presentations Type File Attachments 5. Superintendent's Report Subject A. General Updates Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 5. Superintendent's Report Type Information File Attachments 6. Minutes Subject A. RESOLOVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on April 20, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 6. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLOVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on April 20, 2026. Minutes View Minutes for Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting To approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on April 20, 2026. File Attachments April 20, 2026.MP3 (70,422 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLOVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on April 20, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 7. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.   RESIGNATIONS:   To accept the resignation of  Katherine Hand , Elementary Teacher effective June 30, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Aline McQueeney , Elementary Teacher effective June 25, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Cody Rude , Custodial Worker effective April 23, 2026.   APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint Arthur Loomis to the position, Director of Health, Physical Education, Athletics & Community Wellness, tenure area, School District Administrator, at a salary of $113,750, probationary period effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030.   To appoint  Morgan Swartwout  as a Secretary (Civil Service Typist), provisionally, pending the successful passing of the Typist exam, effective May 7, 2026, at Step 1.   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teacher aides for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Richard Carpenter Roxanne Fink   To appoint  Richard Carpenter as a substitute teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day.   To appoint Josh Gronwall as a band volunteer for the 2025-2026 school year.   To appoint the following individuals as Lifeguards for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Ryan Cole Megan Godfrey Mackensie Jones Joseph Kennedy Shannon Kingsbury   RECLASSIFICATIONS:   To reclassify  Anne Constable from Food Service Helper probationary to Food Service Helper permanent, effective June 3, 2026.   To reclassify  Louis Pesout  from Custodial Worker probationary to Custodial Worker permanent, effective May 26, 2026.   To reclassify  Hannah Brigham  from Bus Monitor probationary to Bus Monitor permanent, effective June 1, 2026. File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject C. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. To accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. File Attachments May 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 1.pdf (114 KB) May 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 2.pdf (114 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject D. Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the April 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report, Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the April 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report, Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. To approve the April 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report, Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. File Attachments April 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (58 KB) April 2026 Budget Transfers.pdf (155 KB) April 2026 Treasurer's Report.pdf (82 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 8. Action Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to authorize the ROC to negotiate Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs) with vendors and third-party contractors on its behalf. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting Category 8. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to authorize the ROC to negotiate Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs) with vendors and third-party contractors on its behalf. To authorize the ROC to negotiate Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs) with vendors and third-party contractors on its behalf. File Attachments ROC BOE RESOLUTION 26-27 (003).docx (15 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to authorize the ROC to negotiate Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs) with vendors and third-pa
Mon Apr 20, 2026

Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting

Board to hear budget presentation for 2026-27 school year

The Sidney Central School Board will hold a budget adoption and regular meeting, featuring a presentation on the 2026-27 budget. The board will also consider consent items including personnel appointments, resignations, and approvals of claims and reports. Public comment is open.

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4 Monday, April 20, 2026 Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. EDD Trade Show and PLTW Gallery Walk (Begins @ 5:30 pm) 2. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 2. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 3. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 3. Open Forum Type Information         File Attachments 4. Presentations Subject A. Seal of Biliteracy Presentation Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 4. Presentations Type Presentation File Attachments Subject B. Tenure and Retirement Recognitions Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 4. Presentations Type Recognition Tenure and Retirement Recognitions File Attachments Subject C. Budget Presentation Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 4. Presentations Type Presentation Budget Presentation File Attachments Budget Presentation April 2026.pptx.pdf (5,734 KB) 2026-27 Comparison Budget Revenue.xlsx - nVision Exported Report (2).pdf (53 KB) 2026-27 Budget.xlsx - nVision Exported Report (1).pdf (88 KB) 5. Superintendent's Report Subject A. General Updates Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 5. Superintendent's Report Type Report General Updates File Attachments 6. Minutes Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on March 10, 2026. Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 6. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on March 10, 2026. Minutes View Minutes for Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on March 10, 2026. File Attachments March 10, 2026.MP3 (36,883 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on March 10, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 7. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.     RESIGNATIONS:   To accept the resignation of  Jacklyn Cowan, Secretary (Civil Service Typist), effective end of day, March 25, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Katiria Diaz, Teacher Aide, effective end of day, April 17, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Nicole Rose, School Nurse, effective June 30, 2026.   APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint  Joseph Morgan  to the position, Music Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 4, tenure area of Music, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Emma Peeters  to the position, Elementary Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 4, tenure area of Elementary, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint  Jaclyn Trapani  to the position, English Teacher, effective September 1, 2026, Step 4, tenure area of English, probationary period September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint Cameron Kinnear as a Long Term substitute teacher effective April 15, 2026 through the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year, at Step 1.   To appoint Jacasa Currie  as a Long Term substitute teacher effective April 13, 2026 through the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year, at Step 1.   To appoint  Kayla Groth  as a Secretary (Civil Service Typist), provisionally, pending the successful passing of the Typist exam, effective April 13, 2026, at Step 2.   To appoint Faith Huestis as a Bus Monitor, at $16.00 per hour, effective March 17, 2026, probationary period beginning on March 17, 2026, and ending on November 23, 2026.   To appoint Maxwell Kniola as a piano accompanist for the 2025-2026 school year, at $ 56.00 per hour.   To appoint Jacklyn Cowan as a Tutor for the 2025-2026 school year, at $56.00 per hour.   To appoint Jacklyn Cowan as a Substitute Secretary, for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $20.34 per hour.   To appoint Olivia Racer as a substitute teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day.   To appoint Victoria Johnson as a Substitute RN for the 2025-2026 school year at a rate of $22.55 per hour.   To appoint the following individuals as Substitute Bus Monitors, for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Karen Losak Robin Miner   To appoint the following individuals as volunteer softball coaches for the 2025-2026 school year, as presented.   Anna Dewey David Mech   To appoint Wade Dean as a volunteer track & field coach for the 2025-2026 school year.   To appoint the following individuals as Lifeguards for the 2025-2026 school year, at the NYS minimum wage, as presented.   Natalie Debiew Parker Debiew   To appoint the following individuals as Scorer/Timers for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $49.00 per event, as presented.   Michael Boyce Jacasa Currie David Mech Scott Secor   RECLASSIFICATIONS:   To reclassify  Ondrea Gransbury from Cook probationary to Cook permanent, effective May 4, 2026.   To reclassify  Cody Rude  from Custodial Worker probationary to Custodial Worker permanent, effective April 20, 2026.   To reclassify  Roy Saunders  from Cleaner probationary to Cleaner permanent, effective April 14, 2026. File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject C. Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the February and March 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports,Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Reports. Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the February and March 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports,Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Reports. To approve the February and March 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports,Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Reports. File Attachments February 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (61 KB) February 2026 Budget Transfers.pdf (121 KB) February 2026 Treasurer's Report.pdf (79 KB) March 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (62 KB) March 2026 Budget Transfers.pdf (154 KB) March 2026 Treasurer's Report.pdf (85 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject D. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. Meeting Apr 20, 2026 - Budget Adoption and Regular Meeting Category 7. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. To accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. File Attachments April 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 1.pdf (117 KB) April 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 2.pdf (101 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Anna Banks. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Corbin Curley, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject E. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the 2026-2027 Unit Cost Methodology for DCMO BOCES Shared Services, as indicated in the DCMO BOCES Services Guide
Tue Mar 10, 2026

Regular Meeting

Board approves personnel, policies, and food service contracts

The Syracuse City School District Board of Education approved the minutes from the February 10 meeting and a consent agenda including personnel changes, policy updates, and food service contracts for the 2026-2027 school year.

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4 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 2. Open Forum Type Information         File Attachments 3. Presentations Subject A. Agricultural Program with Mrs. Wilson (Food Expo) Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation File Attachments Subject B. Budget Presentation Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation File Attachments Budget Presentation March 2026.pdf (10,947 KB) 4. Superintendent's Report Subject A. General Updates Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 4. Superintendent's Report Type Report General Updates File Attachments 5. Minutes Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 10, 2026. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 5. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 10, 2026. Minutes View Minutes for Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 10, 2026. File Attachments February 10, 2026.MP3 (95,017 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 10, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 6. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.   RESIGNATIONS:   To accept the resignation of  Danielle Barto,  ELA Teacher, effective, April 10, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Ushuaia Diaz, Music Teacher, effective, April 2, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Lisa Butler, Substitute Bus Monitor, effective, February 24, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Daryl Newell, Bus Driver, effective February 9, 2026.   To accept the resignation of  Tanya Scott, Bus Monitor, effective March 3, 2026.   APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint  Jordan Nichols  to the position, 7-12 English Teacher, effective March 9, 2026, Step 4 +15, tenure area of English, probationary period March 9, 2026, through March 8, 2030. This expiration date is tentative and conditional only. Except to the extent required by the applicable provisions of Section 3012 of the Education Law, in order to be granted tenure the teacher must receive composite or overall annual professional performance review ratings pursuant to Section 3012-c and/or 3012-d of the Education Law of either effective or highly effective in at least three (3) of the four (4) preceding years, and if the teacher receives an ineffective or overall rating in the final year of the probationary period the teacher shall not be eligible for tenure at that time.   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day, as presented.   Paris Bouldin Emily Hartfield Connor van der Sommen   To appoint Connor van der Sommen as a Substitute Teacher Aide for the 2025-2026 school year, at $16.00 per hour.   To appoint the following individuals to work Afterschool Enrichment for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $34.00 per hour, as presented.   Ruth Boyce Nadia Hedrington-Kemp Joseph Kennedy Deborah Wright   To appoint Dustin Steffen as a Substitute Bus Monitor for the 2025-2026 school year, at $16.00 per hour.   To appoint Eric Cole to work as a Scorer/Timer for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $49.00 per event, and as a volunteer baseball coach.   To appoint Shannon Stanton-Helms as a volunteer softball coach for the 2025-2026 school year.   RECLASSIFICATIONS:   To reclassify  Stephanie Bennett  from Teacher Aide probationary to Teacher Aide permanent, effective March 17, 2026.   To reclassify  Nadia Hedrington-Kemp  from Teacher Aide probationary to Teacher Aide permanent, effective March 17, 2026.   To reclassify  Emily Hotaling  from Bus Driver probationary to Bus Driver permanent, effective March 17, 2026.   To reclassify  Betty Lospinuso  from Bus Monitor probationary to Bus Monitor permanent, effective March 17, 2026.   To reclassify  Wendy Peck  from Teacher Aide probationary to Teacher Aide permanent, effective March 17, 2026.   TERMINATION:   To approve the termination of the probationary period of Luanne Gaudio , Food Service Helper, effective March 3, 2026.   File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject C. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement.   To accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. File Attachments March 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 1.pdf (92 KB) March 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 2.pdf (77 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject D. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the Cooperative Purchasing, Food and Cafeteria Supplies resolutions with the DCMO BOCES for the 2026-2027 school year. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the Cooperative Purchasing, Food and Cafeteria Supplies resolutions with the DCMO BOCES for the 2026-2027 school year. To approve the Cooperative Purchasing, Food and Cafeteria Supplies resolutions with the DCMO BOCES for the 2026-2027 school year. File Attachments 2026-2027 Cooperative Purchasing Bid Resolution.pdf (53 KB) 2026-2027 Food and Cafeteria Supplies Bid Resolution.pdf (53 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject E. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 5215 Corporate Sponsors. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 5215 Corporate Sponsors. To approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 5215 Corporate Sponsors. File Attachments 5215 Corporate Sponsors Policy Updated Adoption.pdf (823 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject F. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 8505 Charging Meals and Other Food Items. Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 8505 Charging Meals and Other Food Items. To approve the second reading and adoption of Policy 8505 Charging Meals and Other Food Items. File Attachments 8505-Charging Meals and Other Food Items Updated Adoption.pdf (808 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject G. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the
Tue Feb 10, 2026

Regular Meeting

Board approves 2026-2027 instructional calendar

The Sidney City School District board will review several presentations, approve the minutes from the Jan. 13 meeting, and vote on a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes personnel appointments, special‑education recommendations, the instructional calendar, meeting dates and holiday schedules for 2026‑2027, and financial reports. All items are presented for a single motion under Robert's Rules of Order.

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4 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 2. Open Forum Type Information         File Attachments 3. Presentations Subject A. Raymond's Holiday Production Presentation Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation Raymond's Holiday Production Presentation File Attachments Subject B. Sidney CSD BluePrint For Excellence Mid-Year Check-In Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation Sidney CSD BluePrint For Excellence Mid-Year Check-In File Attachments Subject C. Budget Presentation: State Aid Projections 2026-2027 Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation Budget Presentation: State Aid Projections 2026-2027 File Attachments Budget Presentation February 2026.pptx.pdf (402 KB) Subject D. Investment Plan Snapshot Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type Presentation Investment Plan Snapshot File Attachments 4. Superintendent's Report Subject A. General Updates Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 4. Superintendent's Report Type Report General Updates File Attachments 5. Minutes Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on January 13, 2026. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 5. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on January 13, 2026. Minutes View Minutes for Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on January 13, 2026. File Attachments January 13, 2026.MP3 (47,165 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on January 13, 2026. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss 6. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.   RESIGNATION:   To accept the resignation of Alexandra Rufer , 7-12 English Teacher, effective end of day March 6, 2026.     APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day, as presented.   Alexa Fylstra Kennedy Harkins Jason Orzell Maya Paul   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teacher aides for the 2025-2026 school year, at $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Sarah Dexheimer Alexa Fylstra Maya Paul   To approve the following students as peer mentors and tutors for the 2025-2026 school year at the NYS minimum wage rate per hour, as presented.   Avery Backus Grad on Loeffler   To appoint Mallory Hafele as a Lifeguard, for the 2025-2026 school year at the NYS minimum wage.   To appoint Danielle Barto as a 2025-2026 Spring Volunteer Softball coach.   To appoint Conrad Picou as a Substitute Bus Monitor for the 2025-2026 school year, at $16.00 per hour . File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject C. Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the January 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports,Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the January 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports,Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. To approve the January 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Reports, Budget Transfers and Treasurer's Report. File Attachments January 2026 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (70 KB) January 2026 Budget Transfers.pdf (111 KB) January 2026 Treasurer's Report.pdf (79 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject D. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement.   To accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. File Attachments February 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 1.pdf (88 KB) February 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda 2.pdf (68 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject E. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar. To approve the 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar. File Attachments draft_SIDNEY Instructional Calendar 2026-27 COLOR.pdf (102 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject F. To approve the Board of Education meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year as presented. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action To approve the Board of Education meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year as presented. To approve the Board of Education meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year as presented. File Attachments BOE meeting dates 26-27.docx (16 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss Subject G. To approve the Schedule of Holidays for Salaried SSRPO, SAANYS, and Non-Represented Staff for the 2026-2027 school year. Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action To approve the Schedule of Holidays for Salaried SSRPO, SAANYS, and Non-Represented Staff for the 2026-2027 school year.  To approve the Schedule of Holidays for Salaried SSRPO, SAANYS, and Non-Represented Staff for the 2026-2027 school year. File Attachments Schedule of Holidays 2026-2027.docx (14 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss 7. Reports Subject A. Board Member Comments Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Reports Type Report File Attachments 8. Adjournment Subject A. Adjournment of Meeting Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 8. Adjournment Type Action Recommended Action Adjournment of Meeting File Attachments Motion & Voting Adjournment of Meeting Motion by Jason Miller, second by Corbin Curley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Corbin Curley, Jason Miller, Justin Poss
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Regular Meeting

Board approved a $3,500 donation from Unatego Science Foundation for SSADD program.

The Syracuse City School District Board approved the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting and a consent agenda covering personnel appointments and budget reports. It also approved several action items, including two FFA field trips, the admission of a non‑resident student, and the acceptance of a $3,500 donation for the SSADD program. Additionally, the Board granted tenure to counselor Meghan Smith effective January 17, 2026.

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4 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Regular Meeting Sidney Central School 95 West Main Street Sidney, NY 13838 High School Library 6:30 PM 1. Call to Order Subject A. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 1. Call to Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Open Forum Subject A. No Requests Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 2. Open Forum Type File Attachments 3. Presentations Subject A. Student Leadership Conference - Appointed To Lead Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 3. Presentations Type File Attachments 4. Superintendent's Report Subject A. General Updates Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 4. Superintendent's Report Type Discussion General Updates File Attachments 5. Minutes Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on December 9, 2025. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 5. Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on December 9, 2025. Minutes View Minutes for Dec 9, 2025 - Regular Meeting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on December 9, 2025. File Attachments December 9, 2025.MP3 (86,587 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the minutes from the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on December 9, 2025. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 6. Consent Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. To approve the personnel consent agenda as presented.   RESCINDMENT:   To rescind the appointment of Harley Riglioni as a Substitute Teacher Aide.   APPOINTMENTS:   To appoint  Katherine Porter  to the position, Library Clerk, Step 1, effective December 15, 2025 probationary period beginning December 15, 2025, and ending June 29, 2026.   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, rates are $125 non-certified, $140 certified and $150 retired teacher per day, as presented.   Tanner Alger Kayla Cabanas Aidan Moodley Kayleigh Northrup Reilly Waltz   To appoint the following individuals as substitute teacher aides for the 2025-2026 school year, at $16.00 per hour, as presented.   Tanner Alger Faith Huestis Aidan Moodley Kayleigh Northrup Reilly Waltz   To appoint the following individuals to work Afterschool Enrichment for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $34.00 per hour, as presented.   Anne Constable Lexie Jordan Kyleigh Phillips   To appoint Faith Huestis as a Substitute Bus Monitor for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $16.00 per hour.   To appoint William Ostrander as a Substitute Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 school year, at a rate of $25.00 per hour.   To appoint Paul Lackos as a Custodial Worker/Bus Driver, Step 7, at a rate of $22.25 per hour, effective January 12, 2026, probationary period beginning on January 12, 2026, and ending July 6, 2026.    To appoint the following 2025-2026 Spring Coaching Positions:   Luther Higley – Modified Softball Coach Step E-1 Sierra Hornbeck – Varsity Assistant Softball Coach Step C-1     File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the personnel consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented.   To approve the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject C. Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the November and December 2025 Internal Claims Auditor Reports, Treasurer's Reports and Budget Transfers. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Resolved upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the November and December 2025 Internal Claims Auditor Reports, Treasurer's Reports and Budget Transfers. To approve the November and December 2025 Internal Claims Auditor Reports, Treasurer's Reports and Budget Transfers. File Attachments November 2025 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (75 KB) November 2025 Treasurer's Report.pdf (81 KB) November 2025 Budget Transfers.pdf (110 KB) December 2025 Internal Claims Auditor Report.pdf (72 KB) December 2025 Treasurer's Report.pdf (74 KB) December 2025 Budet Transfers.pdf (50 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject D. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 6. Consent Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. To accept the recommendations of the Committee on Special Education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education for Special Education Services and or placement. File Attachments January 2026 CSE & CPSE agenda.pdf (68 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss 7. Action Items Subject A. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the overnight field trip for the NYS FFA State Leaders Experience being held February 2-3, 2026. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the overnight field trip for the NYS FFA State Leaders Experience being held February 2-3, 2026. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the overnight field trip for the NYS FFA State Leaders Experience being held February 2-3, 2026. File Attachments NYS FFA State Leaders Experience February 2026.pdf (140 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the overnight field trip for the NYS FFA State Leaders Experience being held February 2-3, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject B. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the FFA Winter Camp weekend at the Oswegatchie Educational Center March 6-8, 2026. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the FFA Winter Camp weekend at the Oswegatchie Educational Center March 6-8, 2026. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the FFA Winter Camp weekend at the Oswegatchie Educational Center March 6-8, 2026. File Attachments Oswegatchie Educational Center Winter Weekend 2026.pdf (190 KB) Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to approve the FFA Winter Camp weekend at the Oswegatchie Educational Center March 6-8, 2026. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject C. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve admittance of a non-resident student as presented for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve admittance of a non-resident student as presented for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. To approve admittance of a non-resident student as presented for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.   Emry DuMond-5th Grade-Bainbridge-Guilford File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools to approve admittance of a non-resident student as presented for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject D. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the donation of $3500.00 from the Unatego Science Foundation for the SSADD Program. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the donation of $3500.00 from the Unatego Science Foundation for the SSADD Program. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the donation of $3500.00 from the Unatego Science Foundation for the SSADD Program. File Attachments Motion & Voting RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, to accept the donation of $3500.00 from the Unatego Science Foundation for the SSADD Program. Motion by Amanda Finch, second by Jason Miller. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kerri Green, Thomas Hoskins, Amanda Finch, Jason Miller, Anna Banks, Justin Poss Subject E. RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that Meghan Smith is awarded tenure prospectively, effective January 17, 2026, tenure area Counselor. The award is contingent upon Meghan Smith receiving qualifying ratings under the Annual Professional Performance Review ("APPR") evaluation system. Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Category 7. Action Items Type Action Recommended Action RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, that Meghan Smith is awarded tenure prosp
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