Syracuse City School District public meetings in 2025
57 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on December 26, 2025, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to excuse commissioners who were absent and approved a resolution finding probable cause. The meeting adjourned without a livestream.
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners (carried)
- Approval of Resolution #1225-123 finding probable cause (carried)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting (carried)
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The Board of Education met for a special session to approve financial audits and personnel matters. The board accepted the external financial statement audit conducted by The Bonadio Group for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.
- Acceptance of the 2024-2025 External Financial Statement Audit
- Approval of a settlement agreement
- Approval of administrative appointments
- Executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
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The Policy Committee is meeting to discuss the second reading of a modification to Policy 7316. This update concerns the use of personal technology by students in schools.
- Proposed modification of Policy 7316 - Student Use of Personal Technology
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The Board of Education and Audit Committee are meeting to discuss and accept the external financial statement audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The audit was conducted by The Bonadio Group.
- Acceptance of the June 30, 2025 Audited Financial Statements and related Management Letter Corrective Action Plan
- Acceptance of the June 30, 2025 Audited Extraclassroom Activity Funds Financial Statements
- Acceptance of the June 30, 2025 Required Reports Under Uniform Guidance
- Acceptance of the Joint Schools Construction Board Audited Financial Statements
- Approval of September 19, 2025 Audit Committee meeting minutes
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The Board of Education is reviewing and approving several service contracts for student support and athletics. Key decisions include funding for school-based mental health clinics and athletic training.
- Contract with Upstate Medical University for school-based mental health clinics not to exceed $575,704
- Agreement with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI) for high school Promise Zone Specialists not to exceed $426,000
- Contract with Wendell Williams for student athlete speed and agility training not to exceed $32,000
- Agreement with Onondaga Community College for CTE EXPO and Career Fair venue not to exceed $30,000
- Acceptance of unaudited monthly financial statements for October 31, 2025
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss and vote on four new or renewed contracts totaling up to $1,134,851.14 at a November 19, 2025 work session. Items include mental-health clinics with Upstate Medical University, Promise Zone specialists with Coordinated Care Services, adult-education space at St. Lucy’s Parish, and bilingual family navigators with Catholic Charities.
- Upstate Medical University mental-health clinics: up to $575,704
- Coordinated Care Services Promise Zone specialists: up to $426,000
- St. Lucy’s Parish adult-education space: up to $33,547.14
- Catholic Charities bilingual family navigators: up to $104,650
- Onondaga Community College CTE event hosting: up to $30,000
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The Board of Education is updating Policy 7316 regarding student use of personal technology to align with New York State law restricting smartphone use during the school day. The board is also approving several educational and enrichment contracts for the 2025-26 school year.
- Modification of Policy 7316 - Student Use of Personal Technology
- Contract with University of Pittsburgh for Accountable Talk practices not to exceed $150,662
- Contract with Central New York School Board Association for student-athlete training not to exceed $40,000
- Contract with The Good Centre for STEM Sports Lab at Lincoln Middle School not to exceed $34,800
- Contract with Team Adventure for SEL and leadership services at Lincoln Middle School not to exceed $12,500
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss and later vote on several contracts and resolutions at its October 22 work session. Key items include renewing a $150,662 contract with the University of Pittsburgh for teacher training, and new after-school enrichment contracts for Lincoln Middle School totaling $47,300. The board will also consider a resolution to compensate security staff for leading specialized training sessions.
- Renewal of $150,662 contract with University of Pittsburgh for 'Accountable Talk' teacher training through June 2026
- New $12,500 contract with Team Adventure for SEL and leadership after-school programming at Lincoln Middle School
- New $34,800 contract with The Good Centre for a 'STEM Sports Lab' pickleball program at Lincoln Middle School
- Renewal of $40,000 contract with Central New York School Board Association for student-athlete training
- Resolution to compensate Unit 8 Sentries at the in-service instructor rate for presenting 'Handle with Care' training
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The Board of Education held a special meeting on October 21, 2025. The sole purpose of the meeting was to vote on entering an executive session. No other business was conducted.
- Vote to enter Executive Session per Public Officers Law section 105(1)
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The Policy Committee of the Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a first reading and discussion on a proposed modification to Policy 7316 – Student Use of Personal Technology. The change is driven by a new state law signed by Governor Kathy Hochul on May 9, 2025, that restricts smartphone use during the school day. Legal counsel has suggested additional edits to strengthen the policy. The resolution is scheduled for a vote on November 12, 2025.
- First reading of a resolution to modify Policy 7316 on student use of personal technology
- New state law (Education Law §2803) restricts smartphone use during the school day
- Legal representation has proposed additional edits to strengthen the policy
- Resolution approval scheduled for November 12, 2025
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly business meeting, starting with executive session. The board will vote on consent agenda items including a modified school safety plan (Policy 5681), contracts for mentor training, arts programs, literacy support, and adult education, and will accept unaudited financial statements for August 2025.
- Modification of Policy 5681 – School Safety Plans, adding training, drill procedures, and sudden cardiac arrest procedures under Desha’s Law
- Contract with Insight Education Group for mentor training, not to exceed $54,800 through June 2026
- Contract with Syracuse Ballet – Project Ignite for high school dance programs, not to exceed $16,000 through June 2026
- Contract with The Reading League for literacy professional development, not to exceed $25,000 through June 2026
- Contract with CNY Works for adult education and GED classroom space at 960 James Street, not to exceed $67,288 through June 2026
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The Board of Education of the Syracuse City School District is holding a special meeting on September 24, 2025, at 725 Harrison Street. The board will consider excusing absent commissioners and then vote on entering executive session to discuss matters covered under Public Officers Law section 105(1).
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session for confidential legal or personnel matters
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The Board will discuss four contract packages totaling over $300,000 for approval at the October 8 meeting. Items include mentor training with Insight Education Group ($54,800), a ballet partnership with Syracuse Ballet ($16,000), literacy coaching with The Reading League ($25,000), leadership consulting with TD22 Consulting ($125,000), adult education space at CNY Works ($67,288), and mental health first aid training with the National Council for Mental Wellbeing ($64,300). The board also will hear presentations on the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan and a summer school report.
- TD22 Consulting contract for up to $125,000 for strategic leadership coaching and transition support
- CNY Works agreement for adult education space at 960 James Street, total up to $67,288
- National Council for Mental Wellbeing contract for $64,300 to train staff and students in Mental Health First Aid
- Syracuse Ballet – Project Ignite partnership for $16,000 to provide ballet training at STEAM High School
- District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) for 2025-26 presented by Dr. Eric Thomas
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The Syracuse City School District Policy Committee is meeting to conduct a second reading of modifications to Policy 5681 regarding School Safety Plans. The proposed changes address staff and student training, emergency response roles, drill procedures, and cardiac arrest protocols.
- Second reading of modification to Policy 5681 - School Safety Plans
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The Audit Committee of the Syracuse City School District Board of Education will meet to approve minutes from the July 18, 2025 meeting, receive a verbal internal audit update, and hear an external audit entrance presentation. The meeting is scheduled for noon on September 19, 2025 at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, and will be livestreamed.
- Approve minutes from July 18, 2025 Audit Committee meeting
- Internal Audit Update (verbal report)
- External Audit Entrance Presentation with attached planning document (951 KB PDF)
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is approving contracts and consultancies, including a $469,500 agreement with ProCare Therapy for special education teachers, psychologists, and speech therapists through June 2025, and a $469,500 renewal through June 2026. The board also adopts the 2025-26 District Safety Plan and approves charter school contracts for services to students with disabilities. The meeting begins with executive session at 4:30 PM, with the public portion starting around 5:30 PM.
- Adoption of 2025-26 District Safety Plan and Building Level Emergency Plans
- Approval of $469,500 contract with ProCare Therapy for special education staffing through June 2025
- Approval of $469,500 renewal with ProCare Therapy for special education staffing through June 2026
- Approval of charter school contracts for the district to provide services for students with disabilities
- Acceptance of unaudited monthly financial statements for July 31, 2025
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to accept the retirement resignation of Superintendent Anthony Q. Davis, effective October 31, 2025, and to appoint Pamela J. Odom as the new Superintendent, effective November 1, 2025. The board also considered entering executive session and voted on the resolutions.
- Acceptance of resignation for retirement of Superintendent Anthony Q. Davis, effective October 31, 2025
- Appointment of Pamela J. Odom as Superintendent of Schools, effective November 1, 2025, with an employment contract
- Motion to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
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The Syracuse City School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss a first reading for the modification of Policy 5681. The proposed changes address staff and student training, emergency response roles, and drill procedures.
- First Reading: Modification of Policy 5681 - School Safety Plans
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The Board of Education will hold a public hearing at 725 Harrison Street to receive comments on the District Safety Plan. A work session will follow the hearing.
- Public hearing regarding the District Safety Plan
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss two major future action items: renewing and amending contracts with ProCare Therapy for special education staffing totaling up to $939,000, and adopting new template agreements with charter schools for special education services under a revised state funding formula. The board is also scheduled to hear presentations on the Say Yes to Education program and the Joint Schools Construction Board comprehensive plan.
- ProCare Therapy contract amendment adding $32,000 (total $469,500) through June 2025 for special education staffing
- ProCare Therapy contract renewal for $469,500 through June 2026 for special education teachers, psychologists, and speech therapists
- New $85,000 contract with Life Achievers 308, Inc. for life skills curriculum at community-based learning centers
- Charter school special education service contracts under new state aid allocation formula for 2025-26 school year
- Presentation on Say Yes to Education program and Syracuse Joint Schools Construction Board comprehensive plan overview
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The Board of Education held a special meeting to conduct administrative business. The session included an entry into executive session and the approval of several administrative appointments effective September 10, 2025.
- Approval of Administrative Appointments (Resolution #0825-057)
- Entry into Executive Session regarding Public Officers Law section 105(1)
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding its regular monthly business meeting. The board will consider and vote on several items, including adopting a new policy on maximum temperature for school buildings, modifying policies on medication administration and life-threatening health conditions, and approving a contract increase for temporary nursing staff.
- Second reading and approval of Policy 5687 – Maximum Temperature for School Buildings and Indoor Facilities
- Second reading and modification of Policy 7513 – Administration of Medication and Personal Care Items
- Second reading and modification of Policy 7521 – Students with Life-Threatening Health Conditions and/or Anaphylaxis
- Approval of a $15,000 increase (to $100,000 total) to the NurseCore Management Services contract for temporary nursing personnel
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The Syracuse Board of Education held a special meeting on July 23, 2025, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to approve a modification of Policy 7316–Student Use of Personal Technology, aligning with a new state law restricting smartphone use during the school day. The board also approved administrative appointments and entered executive session.
- Approved modification of Policy 7316–Student Use of Personal Technology to comply with new state law restricting smartphones during school day
- Approved administrative appointments, promotions, and transfers (details in confidential attachments)
- Voted to excuse absent commissioners and entered executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
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The Board of Education will hold a work session to review the 2025-26 District Safety Plan, the amended operating budget, and school comprehensive education plans. The body will also discuss several future action items regarding personnel and student support contracts.
- 2025-26 District Safety Plan presentation
- Proposed $2.7 million contract with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates
- Proposed $298,375 contract with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. for McKinney-Vento Education Liaisons
- Proposed $150,000 contract with Accurate Background Investigations, Inc. for female student mentoring
- Proposed $125,000 contract with Silver Moon Data Compliance and Consulting Services, LLC for SIRS data reporting
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The Policy Committee is holding a meeting to discuss several proposed policy updates. These include new rules for building temperatures and modifications to student health and technology policies.
- Proposed Policy 5687: Maximum Temperature for School Buildings and Indoor Facilities
- Proposed modification to Policy 7513: Administration of Medication and Personal Care Items
- Proposed modification to Policy 7521: Students with Life-Threatening Health Conditions and/or Anaphylaxis
- Proposed modification to Policy 7316: Student Use of Personal Technology regarding smartphone restrictions
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The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 11, 2025, and conduct an annual review of its charter. The main action is awarding a five-year internal auditing contract to D'Arcangelo & Co., LLP, with annual costs not to exceed $62,000, funded from budget line A-13200-BOE-4450-000-00000-000000.
- Approve minutes from April 11, 2025 Audit Committee meeting
- Annual review and approval of Audit Committee Charter
- Award RFP#SCSD2025-005 for Internal Auditing Services to D'Arcangelo & Co., LLP, Rome, NY
- Annual appointment of D'Arcangelo & Co., LLP as Internal Auditor for FY 2025-2026
- Five-year contract term July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030, cost not to exceed $62,000 per year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education approved a consent agenda including a $245,000 contract with Education Resource Strategies for a comprehensive staffing analysis, a $3.2 million extension of student transportation with Centro, and travel for up to seven board members to two conferences costing up to $21,000 total. The board also accepted unaudited monthly financial statements and approved minutes from prior meetings. The meeting began with a closed executive session.
- $245,000 contract with Education Resource Strategies for a comprehensive staffing needs and utilization analysis, funded by a Title I grant
- $3,237,591 extension of student transportation contract with CNY Centro for high school students through August 2027
- $60,000 contract with De-escalation and Control Solutions for de-escalation training for staff
- $101,406.67 renewal of HVAC controls service agreement with Day Automation
- Travel authorization for up to 3 board members to NSBA CUBE conference in Los Angeles ($9,000) and up to 4 to NYSSBA conference in NYC ($12,000)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is voting on several major items at this special meeting, including ratification of new collective bargaining agreements for teachers (Unit 7) and teaching assistants (Unit 8) covering July 2025 through June 2029. The contracts include salary increases and a switch to a Paid Time Off (PTO) system with 17 days per year. The board is also approving two contracts with Contact Community Services, Inc. for student support services totaling over $1.36 million, and an updated handbook for the Native American Program (Unit 12).
- Ratification of Unit 7 (teachers) contract: salary increases and 17 PTO days per year, July 2025–June 2029
- Ratification of Unit 8 (teaching assistants) contract: same salary and PTO structure, contingent on employee vote
- Contract with Contact Community Services for student assistance counselors at high schools: $647,165 through August 2026
- Contract with Contact Community Services for PAX Good Behavior Game program in elementary/PreK-8 schools: $717,835 through June 2026
- Updated handbook for Unit 12 (Native American Program) with new PTO language and longevity pay differential
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss several future action items, including travel to two conferences and multiple contracts. Key contracts include a $245,000 staffing analysis with Education Resource Strategies and several teacher pipeline programs with Syracuse University, SUNY Oswego, and NYU. The board is also considering a $50,000 contract with Cintas for AED maintenance.
- $245,000 contract with Education Resource Strategies for comprehensive staffing analysis
- $288,000 renewal with Syracuse University Urban Fellowship for teacher pipeline
- $200,000 renewal with NYU Steinhardt for teacher residency prep program
- Travel authorization for up to $9,000 for NSBA CUBE conference in Los Angeles
- $50,000 contract with Cintas for monthly AED inspections and maintenance
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The Policy Committee is reviewing several proposed changes to district regulations. These include new policies regarding building temperatures, student smartphone use, and medical care protocols.
- Creation of Policy 5687 regarding maximum temperatures for school buildings
- Modification of Policy 7316 to restrict student smartphone use per state law
- Update to Policy 5411 increasing the procurement quoting threshold from $1,500 to $3,000
- Modification of Policy 7223 regarding class rankings and graduation honors
- Updates to policies 7513 and 7521 concerning medication administration and life-threatening health conditions
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The Board of Education met to approve the 2025-2026 Code of Conduct, Character and Support. The body also authorized several professional service contracts and accepted unaudited financial statements from April 30, 2025.
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Code of Conduct, Character and Support
- Contract with Strategic Planning Specialists for coaching and leadership development not to exceed $240,720
- Contract with InnoFin Solutions LLC for Oracle budget software technical support not to exceed $49,400
- Renewal of annual health and welfare service contracts for non-public schools
- Acceptance of unaudited monthly financial statements for April 30, 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse Board of Education approved new collective bargaining agreements for teachers (Unit 1) and other staff (Unit 10) covering July 2025 through June 2029, including salary increases and a new 17-day Paid Time Off structure. The board also updated contracts for administrators (Unit 2) and unrepresented staff (Units 3A and 3C) with salary increases effective July 1, 2025. Additionally, the board authorized up to $6,000 for two commissioners to attend a conference in New Orleans and approved administrative appointments.
- Ratified Unit 1 (teachers) contract with salary increases and 17 PTO days per year, July 2025–June 2029
- Ratified Unit 10 contract with salary increases, 17 PTO days, and a 30-minute workday increase starting 2025-26
- Approved updated handbooks and salary increases for unrepresented administrators (Unit 3A) and confidential employees (Unit 3C)
- Authorized up to $6,000 for two board commissioners to attend the SREB Making Schools Work Conference in New Orleans, July 15-18, 2025
- Approved administrative appointments, transfers, and promotions for the district
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The Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive comments on proposed changes to the district's Code of Conduct. Residents may provide testimony in person at 725 Harrison Street or submit written comments via mail or email.
- Public hearing on proposed revisions to the Code of Conduct
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The Syracuse City School District Policy Committee is meeting to discuss a first reading for the modification of Policy 7223. The proposed changes aim to clarify credit requirements for graduating seniors and the tabulation of cumulative grade point averages.
- First reading of modification to Policy 7223 - Class Rankings
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The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss and later vote on the proposed 2025-2026 Code of Conduct, Character and Support. The board will also consider awarding contracts for hearing officer services, student advocacy, and transition support services, with combined estimated costs exceeding $1 million per year. Additionally, the board will review renewals of agreements with Contact Community Services, Inc. for student assistance counselors and behavioral programs, and a contract with Strategic Planning Specialists for leadership development.
- Proposed 2025-2026 Code of Conduct, Character and Support, presented by Rich Richardson and Corey Williams
- Award of RFP #SCSD2025-007 for Hearing Officer Services to New Justice Services, Inc., estimated at $251,205 annually for the first two years
- Award of RFP #SCSD2025-008 and #SCSD2025-009 for Student Advocacy and Transition Support Services to Center for Community Alternatives, Inc., estimated at $612,867 for the first year
- Renewal of agreements with Contact Community Services, Inc. for student assistance counselors and PAX Good Behavior Game, totaling up to $1,365,000
- Contract with Strategic Planning Specialists for superintendent coaching and support, not to exceed $240,720
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education is conducting its annual organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint key officers for the 2025-26 term. The body is also holding its regular monthly business meeting to review financial statements and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Election of Board President and Vice President
- Appointment of School Claims Auditor
- Appointment of Board of Education District Clerk
- Appointment of Records Management and Records Access Officer
- Approval of the 2025-26 Board of Education meeting schedule
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The Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss annual appointments, organizational resolutions, and the 2025-2026 payroll schedule. The meeting includes a presentation on the Uniform Committee and a review of memberships for regional and national educational groups.
- Proposed membership dues totaling $117,176 for organizations including the Big 5 Conference of Schools and NYSSBA
- Appointment of The Bonadio Group for external audit services with estimated costs up to $159,000
- Proposed agreements with Onondaga County Purchasing Services up to $407,000 and Central Requisition up to $165,000
- Appointment of the Chief of Engagement as Medicaid Compliance Officer
- Proposed 2025-2026 semi-monthly payroll schedule
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education voted to adopt a $611,001,627 general fund budget for 2025-26, using $31.7 million in state aid advances and $29.9 million in fund balance to balance it. The board also approved a net increase of 62.5 full-time equivalent positions, abolishing 28 positions (including 21 elementary teachers) and creating 90.5 positions (including 20.5 teaching assistants, 10 health attendants, and 6 special education teachers). Additionally, the board approved a settlement agreement with the New York State Division of Human Rights and designated a medical examiner for a tenured teacher's fitness-for-duty exam.
- Adopted 2025-26 General Fund Budget of $611,001,627, down from the proposed $612,456,627
- Authorized $31,727,425 in state aid advance and $29,900,000 in fund balance use to balance the budget
- Net increase of 62.5 FTE positions: 28 abolished (including 21 elementary teachers) and 90.5 created
- Approved a settlement agreement for two cases with the New York State Division of Human Rights
- Designated Dr. R.P. Singh to conduct a Section 913 medical exam for a tenured teacher
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Policy Committee will discuss a second reading of proposed Policy 3311, which would require the district to notify employees when their disciplinary records are requested under New York's Freedom of Information Law. The policy is a response to a recent state law change and has undergone legal review. The full Board of Education is scheduled to vote on adoption on May 13, 2025.
- Second reading of Policy 3311 - Notification of Disclosure of Employee Disciplinary Records
- Policy is required by new subdivision 6 of Public Officers Law §87
- Policy mandates employee notification if disciplinary records are released to the public
- Full board vote scheduled for May 13, 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a special meeting on April 21, 2025. The agenda consisted of procedural items and a vote to enter into executive session.
- Vote to enter into Executive Session per Public Officers Law section 105(1)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss and later vote on adopting a $611,001,627 general fund budget for 2025-26, which includes a net increase of 62.5 full-time equivalent positions. The budget relies on a $31.7 million state aid advance and $29.9 million in fund balance to stay balanced. The board will also consider a separate resolution to abolish 28 positions and create 90.5 new ones, effective July 1, 2025.
- Adoption of 2025-26 General Fund Operating Budget of $611,001,627
- Use of $31,727,425 in state aid advance and $29,900,000 in fund balance to balance the budget
- Net increase of 62.5 full-time equivalent positions, including abolishing 28 and creating 90.5 positions
- Creation of 3 new positions in the School Food Service fund
- Budget status report for March 2025 and presentation of the adopted 2025-26 budget
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The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from December 2024, receive a verbal update from the Office of the State Comptroller, and discuss a request for proposals (RFP) for internal audit services. No votes on substantive policy or spending are scheduled.
- Approve minutes from December 16, 2024 Audit Committee meeting
- Office of State Comptroller audit update (verbal report)
- Discussion of RFP SCSD2025-005 for internal audit review
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education approved a consent agenda that included three contracts: a $20,000 renewal with Upstate Emergency Medicine for EMT certification at PSLA @ Fowler, a $171,400 renewal with Seacoast Center for Montessori teacher training, and a $25,000 new agreement with Pass Da Rock for a student support coach at Lincoln Middle. The board also accepted the February 2025 unaudited monthly financial statements and approved minutes from previous meetings. The meeting began with an executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1).
- Approved $20,000 contract renewal with Upstate Emergency Medicine for EMT certification for 20 students at PSLA @ Fowler through June 2025
- Approved $171,400 contract renewal with Seacoast Center for Education for Montessori teacher certification training for 30 staff through June 2026
- Approved $25,000 new contract with Pass Da Rock for a student support coach at Lincoln Middle School through June 2025
- Approved $22,500 new contract with Allyn Family Foundation for coordination of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative in the East Adams neighborhood
- Approved RFP award #SCSD2025-004 for Student ID Card Software Solution Services
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education Policy Committee will discuss four policy changes at its March 25, 2025 meeting. Items include second readings of modifications to policies on school board elections (adding a student ex-officio member) and school volunteers, a first reading of a new policy on notifying employees when disciplinary records are disclosed, and the annual review of the district investments policy.
- Second reading of Policy 1210 modification to add a student as an ex-officio board member per NY state law
- Second reading of Policy 3150 modification to streamline the school volunteer system
- First reading of new Policy 3311 requiring employee notification when disciplinary records are requested under FOIL
- First and final reading of annual review of Policy 5220 on District Investments, with no changes recommended
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The board voted 4-0 to appoint attorney Anjelica Cappellino as an impartial hearing officer for a special-education due-process complaint filed against the district. The meeting also included roll call and adjournment.
- Appointment of Anjelica Cappellino as impartial hearing officer for a due-process complaint received March 20, 2025
- Compensation for the hearing officer will follow Board policy 7670
- Board members Nyatwa Bullock, Karen Cordano, Ranette Releford, and Gwendolyn Raeford voted yes; Mary Habib was not present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will discuss and later vote on several contracts at its March 24 work session. Key items include a five-year, $625,676 student ID card software contract with Morrison Consulting Inc., a $20,000 renewal for an EMT certification program with Upstate Emergency Medicine, and a $171,400 Montessori teacher training contract. The board will also hear a presentation on STEAM school updates and review monthly financial statements.
- RFP award to Morrison Consulting Inc. for student ID card software: $225,676 initial cost, $100,000 annually thereafter
- Renewal of EMT certification contract with Upstate Emergency Medicine: $20,000
- Renewal of Montessori teacher training contract with Seacoast Center: $171,400
- New contract with Pass Da Rock for student support coach at Lincoln Middle: $25,000
- New contract with Allyn Family Foundation for Choice Neighborhood Initiative coordination: $22,500
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education approved a $1 million increase to Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker LLC for continued implementation of a new cloud-based ERP system, bringing the total to $2.5 million. The board also approved contracts for test scoring services, a STEAM school registration platform, and budget software support, all part of the consent agenda.
- Approved $1M increase to Berry Dunn contract for ERP system implementation, total now $2.5M
- Approved $38,000 contract with InnoFin Solutions for budget software technical support
- Approved $120,000 renewal with Educational Vistas for student test scoring services
- Approved $50,000 contract with Right Reason Technologies for STEAM High School registration platform
- Accepted unaudited monthly financial statements for January 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse Board of Education is holding a special meeting to vote on several human resource items, including a new three-year contract for the Syracuse Association of Administrators (Unit 2) with a 4% salary increase and a switch to a Paid Time Off system. The board also approved updated handbooks for unrepresented administrators and confidential support staff, both with 4% pay raises, and administrative promotions.
- Ratified a three-year contract for Unit 2 administrators (July 2025–June 2028) with 4% raises and 17 PTO days, approved by 97% of members.
- Approved a 4% pay increase and updated handbook for Unit 3A unrepresented administrators, adding Director of Accounting, Facilities, Fiscal Services, and School Security.
- Approved a 4% pay increase and updated handbook for Unit 3C confidential support staff, switching to a PTO system.
- Approved administrative promotions as recommended by the superintendent.
- Board entered executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1).
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public budget hearing on February 26, 2025, at 725 Harrison Street. The only permitted topic is the proposed budget. Speakers must sign in with the District Clerk before the meeting and are limited to three minutes. A special meeting and work session will follow.
- Public Budget Hearing for the Syracuse City School District
- Speakers must sign in with the District Clerk before the meeting begins
- Comments limited to three minutes on the proposed budget only
- Hearing starts at 4:30 p.m., followed by Special Meeting and Work Session
- Livestream available via Microsoft Teams link
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss federal stimulus spending and family resource guidance. The body is reviewing several future action items involving technical support, student testing, and youth mentorship contracts.
- Proposed contract increase for Berry Dunn to $2,500,000 for ERP system implementation and project management
- Proposed $120,000 contract with Educational Vistas for student test scoring (grades 3-8)
- Proposed $50,000 agreement with Right Reason Technologies for STEAM High School registration software
- Proposed $66,000 renewal with Peaceful Schools for the My Brother’s Keeper Program
- Proposed $77,169 agreement with Coordinated Care Services, Inc. for a Promise Zone Specialist
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education Policy Committee will discuss three policy modifications: updating the school volunteer policy (3150), revising the school board elections policy (1210) to add a student ex-officio member per state law, and conducting the annual review of the fund balance maintenance policy (5511) with no recommended changes. These are first readings and discussions, not final votes.
- First reading of modification to Policy 3150 – School Volunteers
- First reading of modification to Policy 1210 – School Board Elections to add student ex-officio member
- Annual review of Policy 5511 – Maintenance of Fund Balance with no revisions recommended
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education met to approve several contracts and the establishment of new student clubs. The board also accepted unaudited financial statements from December 31, 2024.
- Contract with Strategic Planning Specialists for leadership development and strategic plan implementation not to exceed $100,300
- Contract addendum with Partners in Learning, Inc. for adult education at St. Lucy’s Academy (422 Gifford Street) for an additional $3,500
- Establishment of Corcoran High School Class of 2026 and 2027 Clubs and Nottingham High School DECA Club
- Acceptance of unaudited Monthly Financial Statements for December 31, 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on February 11, 2025, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to excuse absent commissioners and then entered executive session to discuss matters covered under Public Officers Law section 105(1). The meeting was not livestreamed.
- Board voted to excuse absent commissioners
- Board voted to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Meeting was not livestreamed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education of the Syracuse City School District is holding a special meeting on January 27, 2025. The board will vote on excusing absent commissioners and on entering executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1). A work session will follow immediately.
- Vote to excuse absent commissioners (motion carried 4-0, three not present)
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1) (motion carried 4-0, three not present)
- Meeting adjourned (motion carried 5-0, two not present)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board will discuss future action items including a $3,500 increase to an adult education contract with Partners in Learning at St. Lucy's Academy, a new $100,300 coaching agreement with Strategic Planning Specialists, and a $18 million per year pharmacy benefit management contract with CVS. Also up for discussion are the establishment of three new ECA clubs at Corcoran and Nottingham High Schools and a resolution to reimburse capital expenditures from bond anticipation note proceeds for JSCB Phase III school renovations.
- Increase of $3,500 (to $66,275 total) for adult education program at St. Lucy's Academy, 422 Gifford Street
- New $100,300 contract with Strategic Planning Specialists for superintendent coaching through June 2025
- Award of $18M/year pharmacy benefit management contract to CVS for three years with two renewal options
- Establishment of Corcoran Class of 2026, Class of 2027, and Nottingham DECA ECA clubs
- Reimbursement resolution for $2M in bond anticipation notes for JSCB Phase III school renovations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss facilitator matters and enter an executive session. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss subjects under Public Officers Law section 105(1).
- Discussion regarding a facilitator
- Vote to enter Executive Session per Public Officers Law section 105(1)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education met to approve several administrative items, including a new policy on equal educational opportunities. The body also addressed staffing needs at Lincoln Middle School and reviewed fire safety compliance.
- Adoption of Policy 7554 – Equal Educational Opportunities
- Approval of $250/day pay rate for retired teachers serving as daily substitutes at Lincoln Middle School
- Acceptance of the 2023 New York State Annual Fire Safety Inspection Report and correction plan
- Acceptance of unaudited financial statements dated November 30, 2024
- Approval of personnel reports for certified and non-certified staff