Smithtown Central School District public meetings in 2025
40 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on December 9, 2025, moving into executive session for a student disciplinary matter and legal advice, then reconvening publicly. The board accepted the Claims Auditor's Report totaling $12,529,485.05 and adopted several revised fiscal policies, including budget planning, fund balance, internal audit, fiscal accounting, petty cash, and payroll procedures. The agenda also included informational reports on instructional technology, fire inspections, and committee updates, with public comment limited to agenda items.
- Accepted Claims Auditor's Report ending September 30, 2025, for $12,529,485.05
- Adopted revised Policy 6110 Budget Planning
- Adopted revised Policy 6200 Fund Balance and Reserve Funds
- Adopted revised Policy 6645 Internal Audit Function
- Adopted revised Policy 6600 Fiscal Accounting and Reporting
Instructional Services Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Room 2212 26 New York Ave., Smithtown
The Smithtown Central School District's Instructional Services Committee is meeting to discuss artificial intelligence as a topic for discussion and information. The agenda includes only this discussion item and a note about a future meeting on January 27, 2026. No decisions or votes are listed.
- Discussion of Artificial Intelligence in instructional services
- Future meeting scheduled for January 27, 2026
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on several items, including approving settlement agreements with two employees, a memorandum of agreement with the Smithtown Schools Administrators' Association, and accepting the Claims Auditor's reports. The board will also discuss first readings of revised fiscal policies and receive updates from committees and the superintendent. The meeting begins with an executive session for matters related to personnel discipline and litigation.
- Approved settlement agreements with Employee No. E1.2025.11.18 and Employee No. E2.2025.11.18
- Approved memorandum of agreement with Smithtown Schools Administrators' Association
- Accepted Claims Auditor's reports totaling $111,770,752.09 for June, July, and August 2025
- First reading of revised policies on budget planning, fund balance, internal audit, fiscal accounting, petty cash, and payroll procedures
- Public comment limited to agenda items only
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on several items, including adopting revised policies for remedial instruction, English language learners, and alternative school programs. The board also approved charges against a non-instructional employee, suspending them without pay for 30 days pending a hearing. The agenda includes routine items like committee reports and public comment, with most actions passed unanimously.
- Adopted revised Policy 4325 Remedial Instruction
- Adopted revised Policy 4326 Programs for English Language Learners
- Adopted revised Policy 4328 Alternative School Programs
- Approved Civil Service Section 75 charges against a non-instructional employee, suspending them without pay for 30 days effective October 29, 2025
- Approved consent agenda including special education placements
Policy Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and review six fiscal policies: budget planning, fund balance, internal audit function, fiscal accounting and reporting, petty cash, and payroll procedures. These are discussion items only, not final decisions. The committee will also consider a future policy on expense reimbursement and schedule upcoming meetings.
- Discussion of Policy 6110 Budget Planning
- Discussion of Policy 6200 Fund Balance
- Discussion of Policy 6645 Internal Audit Function
- Discussion of Policy 6600 Fiscal Accounting and Reporting
- Discussion of Policy 6800 Payroll Procedures
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 14, 2025, where it approved several actions including a memorandum of agreement with the administrators' association, a settlement with an employee, and the adoption of a Board Operating Procedures Manual. The board also discussed first readings of revised policies on remedial instruction, English language learners, and alternative school programs. The meeting began with an executive session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Schools Administrators' Association
- Ratified settlement agreement with Employee No. E1.2025.10.14
- Adopted Board Operating Procedures Manual
- First reading of revised Policy 4325 Remedial Instruction
- First reading of revised Policy 4326 Programs for English Language Learners
Policy Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee will discuss four specific education policies at its September 30, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes items for Remedial Instruction, Programs for English Language Learners, Alternative School Programs, and Class Rankings. All listed items are designated for discussion and information only, with no final votes indicated in the provided text.
- Discussion of Policy 4325: Remedial Instruction
- Discussion of Policy 4326: Programs for English Language Learners
- Discussion of Policy 4328: Alternative School Programs
- Discussion of Policy 4741: Class Rankings
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 30, 2025, moving into executive session to discuss pending litigation, personnel discipline, and legal advice before reconvening in public session. The board approved a consent agenda covering special education placements, bid recommendations, and partnership agreements, and re-certified an administrator as a qualified lead evaluator. The agenda also included routine reports and public comment procedures.
- Approved re-certification of Michelle McAndrew-Mitchell as qualified lead evaluator (APPR)
- Approved consent agenda items including special education placements (CSE/CPSE) for cases 09/09/2025-09/29/2025
- Approved bid recommendations for refrigerator maintenance (22/23-12 Ext.) and dust mop rental (23/24-09 Ext.)
- Authorized amendments to partnership agreements with Farmingdale State College for concurrent enrollment courses at HS East and HS West
- Authorized affiliation agreement with SUNY Plattsburgh for student field work/practicum
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is meeting to approve the 2025-2026 district goals, re-certify lead evaluators, add Dignity Act Coordinators, and approve a settlement agreement with an employee. The board also enters executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters, and will hear public comment on agenda items.
- Approval of 2025-2026 District Goals
- Re-certification of 39 administrators as qualified lead evaluators
- Addition of George Gagliardi, Victoria Damm, and Leia Dieterich as Dignity Act Coordinators
- Approval of Settlement Agreement with Employee No. E1.2025.9.9
- Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 Public Hearing on Districtwide Safety Plan
Special Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 26, 2025, to approve a consent agenda containing routine administrative items. The board approved a settlement agreement, a budget transfer, a change order for HVAC work, agreements with SCOPE Education Services, and various personnel actions. All items were approved by a single motion.
- Approved a $7,121.43 budget transfer from General Instruction Supplies to Professional/Technical services.
- Approved a change order decreasing the Great Hollow Middle School HVAC contract by $9,020.00.
- Authorized agreements with SCOPE Education Services for SAT/ACT prep and before-school science/STEAM programs.
- Accepted a donation of Epi-Pens from BioRidge Pharmaceuticals.
- Approved a settlement agreement with parents of a student.
Public Hearing on District-Wide School Safety Plan - Joseph M. Barton Building, 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing to present the 2025-2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan, followed by a regular board meeting. The hearing includes a presentation of the plan and an opportunity for public input. This is an information item, not a vote on the plan's adoption.
- Presentation of the 2025-2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan
- Public input session on the safety plan
- Regular Board of Education meeting immediately following the hearing
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 12, 2025, moving into executive session for personnel and legal matters before reconvening publicly. The board approved the 2025-2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan, memoranda of agreement with the Smithtown Teachers' Association and the Smithtown Schools Employees' Association, and adopted revised policies on grading and attendance. It also approved Civil Service Section 75 charges against a non-instructional employee, suspending them without pay for 30 days.
- Approved 2025-2026 District-Wide School Safety Plan and Building Level Safety and Emergency Response Plans
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Teachers' Association
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Schools Employees' Association
- Adopted revised Policy 4710 Grading Systems and Policy 5100 Attendance
- Approved Civil Service Section 75 charges and 30-day suspension without pay for a non-instructional employee
Special Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a special meeting on July 18, 2025, moving into executive session to discuss a personnel matter, then reconvening in open session. The board approved a resolution directing an unnamed employee to undergo a medical examination under Education Law Section 913, and appointed an interim elementary principal at a per diem rate. The meeting adjourned at 3:09 PM.
- Directed medical examination for Employee E1.2025.7.18 under Education Law Section 913, conducted by Dr. Randall Solomon at 55 Nesconset Highway #1, Port Jeff Station, NY 11776
- Appointment of an interim administrator (Elementary Principal) at a per diem rate (details in attached PDF)
- Executive session to discuss medical history and appointment of a particular person
- Meeting held at Joseph M. Barton Building, 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding its regular meeting on July 8, 2025, at the Joseph M. Barton Building. The board will vote on adopting several revised and new policies, including attendance, grading, disclosure of wrongful conduct, extreme heat days, and students' personal electronic devices. The agenda also includes receiving the Claims Auditor's Report, approving minutes, and hearing committee reports.
- Adoption of revised Policy 5100 Attendance
- Adoption of revised Policy 4710 Grading Systems
- Adoption of new Policy 8113 Extreme Heat Condition Days
- Adoption of new Policy 5695 Students' Personal Electronic Devices
- Receipt of Claims Auditor's Report ending May 31, 2025, in the amount of $18,326,800.25
Annual Organizational Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding its annual organizational meeting to swear in newly elected members, elect a president and vice president, and appoint district officers for the 2025-2026 school year. The board will also approve a consent agenda that includes appointments of school physicians, legal counsel, and compliance officers. All actions are procedural and routine for the start of the fiscal year.
- Appoint Maureen O'Connor as District Clerk for 2025-2026
- Appoint Michael Kearns as part-time District Treasurer for 2025-2026
- Appoint Peter Van Middelem as Claims Auditor at $525/day or $75/hour, max $14,595
- Reappoint Ingerman Smith LLP as Chief Legal Officer and Negotiator at $47,500 retainer each
- Appoint school physicians including One on One Medical Care, P.C. and Dr. Michael Sileo for football games at $250 per game
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on June 24, 2025, moving into executive session to discuss employment history and legal advice, then reconvening in public session. The board adopted the 2024-2027 Professional Learning Plan, revised Policy 5300 Code of Conduct, and directed a medical examination for an employee. It also discussed a new policy on students' personal electronic devices and approved a consent agenda including textbook adoption and the RTI/AIS plan.
- Adopted revised Policy 5300 Code of Conduct
- First reading of new Policy 5695 on Students' Personal Electronic Devices
- Directed medical examination for Employee No. E1.025.6.24 under Education Law Section 913
- Re-adopted 2024-2027 Professional Learning Plan
- Approved consent agenda including adoption of Myers' Psychology for the AP Course textbook
Public Hearing on Code of Conduct - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing on its Code of Conduct, followed by a regular board meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on the Code of Conduct and a period for public comment. No specific changes or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Public hearing on Code of Conduct
- Public comment period
- Regular Board of Education meeting to follow
Public Hearing on Volunteer Firefighter and Ambulance Worker Tax Exemption - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers. The meeting includes a presentation and public comment period, followed by the regular board meeting. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is for discussion and information.
- Public hearing on Volunteer Firefighter and Ambulance Worker Tax Exemption
- Public comment period
- Regular Board of Education Meeting to follow
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education met on June 10, 2025, and approved a memorandum of agreement with the Smithtown Teachers' Association, accepted a claims auditor's report of $14,636,094.09, and held first readings of revised policies on attendance, grading, and disclosure of wrongful conduct, plus a new policy on extreme heat condition days. The board also moved into executive session to discuss a personnel appointment and litigation, and received reports from various committees.
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Teachers' Association
- Accepted Claims Auditor's Report ending April 30, 2025, for $14,636,094.09
- First reading of revised Policy 5100 Attendance
- First reading of revised Policy 4710 Grading
- First reading of new Policy 8113 Extreme Heat Condition Days
Policy Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss several district policies. Three policies are up for annual review: parental involvement, investments, and purchasing. Six additional policies are on the agenda for discussion, including attendance, grading systems, class rankings, student personal electronic devices, disclosure of wrongful conduct, and extreme heat condition days.
- Annual review of Policy 1900 Parental Involvement
- Annual review of Policy 6240 Investments
- Annual review of Policy 6700 Purchasing
- Discussion of Policy 5100 Attendance
- Discussion of Policy 5695 Student Personal Electronic Devices
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on May 27, 2025, moving into executive session to discuss employment history, appointment matters, a real property lease, and legal advice. In open session, the board approved modifications to unaffiliated employment benefit schedules and salary increases for four employees, effective July 1, 2024. The board also approved a consent agenda covering routine items such as correspondence, a field trip, special education placements, and a settlement agreement.
- Approved revised employment benefit Schedules 1-4 for unaffiliated managerial and confidential staff
- Approved salary increases: Transportation Supervisor Mary Augugliaro to $149,225, Chief Accountant Annamarie Leodis to $153,048, Network Specialist Peter Mastrangelo to $139,547, Accountability Director Kellie McKeon to $142,359
- Approved consent agenda including a settlement agreement with parents of Student No. S1.2025.5.27
- Granted permission for one Smithtown High School West student to attend State Science Congress
- Approved special education placements for cases between 5/12/2025 and 5/26/2025
Annual District Meeting - Board of Education
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is meeting to certify the results of the annual district election, including the adoption of the budget and the election of board members. The board will vote on a resolution to officially declare the election outcomes.
- Resolution to adopt tabulation of votes for Proposition No. 1 (budget adoption)
- Election results for three-year board terms (incumbents Michael Catalanotto and Michael Saidens)
- Election results for one-year board term (incumbent John Savoretti)
- Candidates listed: Bernadette Ackerman, Alfred Carfora, Karen Wontrobski-Ricciardi, Theresa Donohue, Mike Simonelli, Brandon Solomon
Regular Meeting - High School East, 10 School Street, St. James, New York 11780
The Smithtown Central School District Board accepted the Claims Auditor's Report for the period ending March 31, 2025, totaling $15,921,772.44. The Board also took the first reading of the revised Policy 5300 Code of Conduct, with a second reading scheduled for June 22, 2025. Additionally, the Board approved a consent agenda covering minutes, correspondence, and student field trip permissions.
- Accepted Claims Auditor's Report ending March 31, 2025, in the amount of $15,921,772.44
- First reading of Revised Policy 5300 Code of Conduct
- Approved minutes from April 8 and April 22, 2025 meetings
- Granted permission for three middle school students to attend the NYS Mathematics Tournament
- Granted permission for five Smithtown HS West students to attend the New York State Environthon
Public Budget Hearing - High School East - 10 School Street, St. James, NY
The Smithtown Central School District Board will hold a public budget hearing to present the 2025-2026 budget. The agenda includes an opening ceremony, the budget presentation, and a period for audience participation. No specific dollar amounts or policy decisions are listed in the provided text.
- Presentation of the 2025-2026 Budget
- Audience Participation session
Facilities Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 140
The Smithtown Central School District Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss pathways for updating heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The agenda also includes general updates and planning for future meetings, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Discussion of pathways to update HVAC systems
- Future meeting topics listed as TBD
Policy Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss four policies: the Code of Conduct (5300), Class Ranking (4741), Tributes (2251), and Extreme Heat Condition Days (8113). These are listed as discussion and information items, meaning no final votes are scheduled. The committee will also consider future agenda items, including the Attendance policy (5100), and note the next meeting on May 27, 2025.
- Discussion of Policy 5300 Code of Conduct
- Discussion of Policy 4741 Class Ranking
- Discussion of Policy 2251 Tributes
- Discussion of Policy 8113 Extreme Heat Condition Days
- Future consideration of Policy 5100 Attendance
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 22, 2025, moving into executive session to discuss litigation, personnel discipline, and a student disciplinary matter before reconvening in public session. The board approved the Western Suffolk BOCES 2025-2026 administrative budget, cast its vote for three BOCES board members, adopted a revised policy on programs for students with disabilities, adopted a new policy on artificial intelligence in schools, rescinded a policy on extracurricular eligibility, and approved two litigation settlements. The agenda also included committee reports, a superintendent's report, and public comment.
- Approved Western Suffolk BOCES 2025-2026 administrative budget
- Voted for BOCES board members: Ilene Herz, Brian J. Sales, Peter Wunsch
- Adopted revised Policy 4321 on programs for students with disabilities
- Adopted new Policy 4526.2 on use of generative or traditional AI in schools
- Approved settlement agreements under Index # 615344/2021 with North River Insurance Company
Instructional Services Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Smithtown High School West Library
The Instructional Services Committee is meeting to discuss the Middle School CAMP Summer Academy program. The agenda includes this as a discussion item, with no decisions listed. Future meeting topics are to be determined.
- Discussion of Middle School CAMP Summer Academy
- Future meeting topics listed as TBD
Regular Meeting - High School West - 100 Central Road, Smithtown, New York 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding its regular meeting, which includes an executive session for litigation and negotiations. The board approved a memorandum of agreement with the Smithtown Teachers' Association and accepted a claims auditor's report of $17,238,828.16. It also discussed first readings of new or revised policies, including one on artificial intelligence use in schools.
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Teachers' Association
- Accepted Claims Auditor's Report ending Feb 28, 2025, for $17,238,828.16
- First reading of revised Policy 4321 (Programs for Students With Disabilities)
- First reading of new Policy 4526.2 on Use of Generative or Traditional AI in Schools
- First reading to rescind Policy 5305 on Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities
Policy Committee Meeting- 5:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and gather information on five policies: programs for students with disabilities under IDEA and NY Education Law Article 89, the code of conduct, eligibility for extracurricular activities, use of generative or traditional AI in schools, and extreme heat condition days. The committee will also consider future topics including attendance, class ranking, and tributes. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Policy 4321: Programs for Students with Disabilities under IDEA and NY Education Law Article 89
- Policy 5300: Code of Conduct
- Policy 5305: Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities
- Policy 4526.2: Use of Generative or Traditional AI in Schools
- Policy 8113: Extreme Heat Condition Days
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting, moving into executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters before reconvening publicly. The board approved a memorandum of agreement with the Smithtown Schools Employees' Association, authorizing its incorporation into a successor collective bargaining agreement. The meeting also included committee reports, public comment, and a consent agenda covering routine items such as correspondence, field trips, special education placements, and budgetary transfers.
- Approved memorandum of agreement with Smithtown Schools Employees' Association
- Approved $961,878.78 in intra-capital fund budgetary transfers
- Approved overnight field trip for HS East & HS West Virtual Enterprise students to national marketing competition
- Approved special education placements for cases between 3/10/2025 and 3/21/2025
- Received correspondence on topics including valedictorian honors, safety, and senior tax exemption
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 11, 2025, where it moved into executive session to discuss pending litigation, negotiations with the SGA, and legal advice. The board then reconvened in open session and approved the claims auditor's reports totaling $43,897,071.22, along with a consent agenda covering minutes, correspondence, and special education recommendations. The agenda also included reports from various committees and the superintendent, as well as public comment.
- Accepted Claims Auditor's Reports: $22,154,135.69 (ending Dec 31, 2024) and $21,742,935.53 (ending Jan 31, 2025)
- Approved minutes from Feb 11 and Feb 25, 2025 meetings, including a public hearing on senior citizen tax exemption
- Received 15 letters of correspondence, including several regarding Azra Sciortino and budget questions
- Approved Committee on Special Education recommendations for initial placements and services (Feb 10 - Mar 7, 2025)
- Held executive session for pending litigation, Taylor Law negotiations with SGA, and legal advice
Policy Committee Meeting- 4:45pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss a single policy: the Athletic Placement Process for Interscholastic Athletics (Policy 5285). This is a discussion item only, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The agenda also notes a future meeting on March 22, 2025.
- Discussion of Policy 5285 Athletic Placement Process for Interscholastic Athletics
- Future meeting scheduled for March 22, 2025
Public Hearing on Senior Citizens Tax Exemption and Persons with Disabilities Tax Exemption-Mills Pond Elementary School, 246 Moriches Road, St. James, NY 11780
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing to discuss the Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption and the Persons with Disabilities Tax Exemption. The hearing is for information and discussion, followed by public comment. A regular board meeting will follow the hearing.
- Public hearing on Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption
- Public hearing on Persons with Disabilities Tax Exemption
- Public comment period
- Regular Board of Education meeting to follow
Regular Meeting - Mills Pond Elementary School - 246 Moriches Road, St. James, NY 11780
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 25, 2025, at Mills Pond Elementary School. The board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Smithtown Teachers' Association and a consent agenda covering routine items. The board also received correspondence from residents about school security, and discussed committee reports and other informational items.
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Teachers' Association
- Received letters from residents about removing security from elementary schools
- Approved overnight field trip for Science Olympiad students to state tournament
- Approved special education placements and extended school year program for summer 2025
- Held executive session to discuss litigation, personnel, and real property
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 11, 2025, where it moved into executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters, then reconvened to take action on several items. The board approved the Claims Auditor's Report totaling $17,971,991.81, authorized an agreement with Ferretly International for consumer reports, and adopted four revised policies related to special education. The agenda also included discussions on a board vacancy, committee reports, and presentations on fire inspections and student recognition.
- Approved Claims Auditor's Report ending November 30, 2024, for $17,971,991.81
- Authorized agreement with Ferretly International, Inc. for consumer reports (Jan 1–Jun 30, 2025)
- Adopted revised Policy 4321.2 Preschool Special Education
- Adopted revised Policy 4321.3 Independent Educational Evaluations
- Adopted revised Policy 4321.5 Confidentiality and Access to IEPs
Special Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787 EXECUTIVE SESSION ONLY
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education held a special meeting on February 3, 2025, solely to enter executive session. The board voted unanimously to discuss the employment history of a particular person, with no public action expected afterward. The meeting was limited to procedural items and the executive session.
- Motion to adjourn to executive session to discuss employment history of particular persons
- Motion carried with ayes from Michael Saidens, Kevin Craine, Dana Fritch, Emily Cianci
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with an executive session first. The board will vote on adopting the 2025-2026 school year calendar and several revised fiscal policies, including new Policy 6010 Fiscal Controls. Committee reports and public comment are also on the agenda.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 school year calendar
- Adoption of new Policy 6010 Fiscal Controls
- Adoption of revised Policy 6100 Annual Budget
- Adoption of revised Policy 6410 Authorized Signatures
- Adoption of revised Policy 6650 Claims Auditor
Policy Committee Meeting- 6:00pm Joseph M. Barton Building- 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown Room 212
The Smithtown Central School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and review seven special education policies, covering topics like impartial hearing officers, disproportionality reporting, personnel, preschool services, independent evaluations, confidentiality, and assessments. The committee will also consider future agenda items on attendance and the code of conduct. This is a discussion and information session, not a final vote.
- Policy 4321.8 on impartial hearing officer appointment, compensation, and cancellation
- Policy 4321.11 on public reporting of disproportionality findings
- Policy 4321.14 on special education personnel
- Policy 4321.2 on preschool special education
- Future consideration of Policy 5100 (attendance) and 5300 (code of conduct)
Regular Meeting - Joseph M. Barton Building - 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787
The Smithtown Central School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with an executive session first. The board approved a claims auditor's report for $20,804,879.68 and a memorandum of agreement with the Smithtown Teachers' Association. They will also discuss the NYSED Regionalization Plan and receive reports from various committees.
- Approved Claims Auditor's Report ending October 31, 2024, in the amount of $20,804,879.68
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Smithtown Teachers' Association
- First reading of new Policy 6010 Fiscal Controls and revised policies 6100, 6410, 6650, 6900, 0100, 9260, 9320
- Discussion of NYSED Regionalization Plan
- Student recognitions for Regeneron Scholars and Business Olympics winners