001Flag of the United States of America. To the republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, liberty and justice for all. >> Thank you so much, Miss German. Any changes to our meeting agenda? We have one We have one change uh item one change item 120 uh charges against employee names in executive session pursuant to section 3020A of the New York State Education Law. >> Thank you so much. All right, we will move on to item 5A. At this time, turn it over to Dr. Scanland. >> Actually going to turn over to Mr. Halonia wherever he may be. Good evening everyone. Board of Education President, Miss Rosen Swag, Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Scandlin, and the Three Village School community. Tonight, it's my honor to recognize the graduation of a member of the Ward
002Mobile class of 2026, Claudia Retszlaf. This evening, we celebrate not only Claudia's graduation, but also her extraordinary commitment to service and leadership. While the rest of us are gathering in front of Ward Belville High School on Sunday morning, June 28th, Claudia will be reporting to United States Military Academy at West Point, where she will begin her journey as a cadet and a future officer in the United States Army. [applause] Missing out on her high school graduation ceremony, all of the graduation parties, and that special last summer home before leaving for college is the first of many sacrifices that Claudia will make on her journey to becoming a commissioned officer. Claudia has chosen a path that demands courage, discipline, and sacrifice. As her classmates move on to their next chapters, she is answering a call to
003serve something greater than herself. Claudia, we are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished and even more excited for all that lies ahead. On behalf of Ward Belleville High School and the Three Village School community, let me say we admire your determination, your dedication to serving our nation, and we wish you success as you embark on this new challenge. The entire Three Village school community is grateful for your sacrifice. Thank you for your future service and for your commitment to put the needs of all of us ahead of your own. Claudia, please come on up and accept this diploma. [applause] >> [applause] [applause] >> So now, Claudia, as is tradition, please join me in the turning of your tassel from right to left. The turning of the tassel is a gesture that symbolizes the end
004of your time as a student and the beginning of your status as a graduate. Superintendent of schools Dr. Scanland, board of education, board of education president, Miss Rosenwag, and the entire three school community. As the principal of Ward Melville High School, I proudly certify that Claudia L. Ratzaf has met the graduation requirements set forth by the board of education and the New York State Education Department. It is my pleasure to declare that her a graduate of Ward Melville High School. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] [applause] We're going to step around the party. [applause] >> [applause] >> Congratulations again. We're very proud of you. All right, we're going to move on now to item 5B and turn it over to Dr. Dresky. >> Yeah, it's all right. >> I lie. Dr. Biscari, >> one of us. It's all good.
005Um so at this time I'd like to introduce uh Miss Driscoll, our secondary coordinating chairperson of health and fizzed um to share a little bit about our health education poster project. Good evening and thank you so much for having me here tonight. My name is Christina Driscoll and I am the secondary coordinating chairperson for health physical education and a member of our district's wellness committee. This fall, our wellness committee sponsored a middle schoolwide ebike and e- scooter safety poster contest through our sixth grade health classes. Students at both Jelenus and Murphy worked uh closely with their health teachers to review traffic laws, essential road signs, and key safety precautions, as well as the potential potential dangers of ignoring those rules. Putting their knowledge into action, the students then created persuasive posters to highlight what they
006learned and encouraged safe decision-making on the road. Posters were first voted on within each building and the finalists were then submitted to the wellness committee which selected the overall winners. I am pleased tonight to have their teachers here as well as our uh winning students from the poster contest. All of the students posters are currently displayed in both middle schools. and to help spread the word to our broader community. The finalists and winners were also recently showcased on our social media pages. A big thank you to our health teachers, students, the board of education, and our wellness committee for supporting this important and creative safety initiative. All of our participating students did an incredible job. We would like to congratulate our winners from Miss Diana's class at Gelinus, Elizabeth Clatt. [applause] And for Miss Esnes'
007class at Murphy, Hannah Yang. [applause] We don't want to move down. Perfect. [applause] Okay, so moving on. Congratulations. At this time, I'd like to introduce our high school principal, Mr. Helonia, to recognize some of our seniors who have already earned uh their CTE endorsements. >> Thank you, Dr. Scalin and Dr. Biscari in this case. Sorry, I feel bad. I feel like I'm talking to half the room with my back. Tonight, we're proud to recognize a group of outstanding students from the class of 2026 who've earned their career and technical education endorsement on their high school diplomas through the Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology, more commonly referred to as Boseies. These students have gone above and beyond their traditional high school coursework, dedicating themselves to rigorous hands-on training in a variety of career focused
008programs. Through their hard work, commitment, and perseverance, they have developed valuable technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experience that will serve them well in college, the workforce, and beyond. Their achievement reflects not only their individual determination, but also the support of their families, teachers, and Bosey's instructors who have helped guide them along the way. Please join us in congratulating these students on this important accomplishment and in celebrating their bright futures. Students, [applause] [applause] as I call your name, please come up come on up, accept your certificate, and then we're going to wait here together, and we'll take a photo. Uh, I know that not all of our students could be here tonight. I'm going to read each of their names anyway. Um, make sure that we give everybody the recognition they deserve. So, um, first
009up, Alan Bangv in barbering. [applause] Genesis Borhos, dental chairside assisting. [applause] William Corbero, electrical trade and alternative energy. [applause] At least not here. Danica Ford, animal science. >> [applause] >> Leah Herpst, Animal Science. [applause] Skyla Houston, clinical medical assisting. [applause] Uh, William Jansik, art, design and visual communication. >> [applause] >> Natananiela Canamova, physical therapy aid. [applause] Kaylin Lions, professional photography. [applause] Aiden Malone, plumbing. [applause] Peter Morali, electrical trade and alternative energy. [applause] Kai Neninger, aviation professional pilot training. [applause] Sophia Pace, art, design and visual communication. [applause] Thomas Patric, art design and visual communication. [applause] Talon Perez, HVAC. [applause] Alana Pisano, fashion merchandising, merchandising and design. [applause] Jolie Anne Pella, clinical medical assisting. >> [applause] >> Carol Rosales, practical nursing. [applause] [snorts] Harrison Civiki, aviation professional pilot training. [applause] Jordan Strazera, aviation and professional pilot training.
010[applause] Ava Thomasick, early childhood education. [applause] Trinity Vega, practical nursing. [applause] And Damian, culinary arts, restaurant operations management. [applause] Everyone get close. Breakfast. [applause] And for the next part of student and staff recognition, um, I would like to invite up Kevin Finity, our executive director of health, physical education, recreation, and athletics. >> [applause] >> just a little bit. Okay. Good evening. I'd like to thank the board of education, our central administration, and the community for taking the time out tonight to honor our spring athletic teams and individuals who competed. Ward Melville had a great spring sports season with all varsity teams making the playoffs. Our girls lacrosse team made it to the county championship game for the third year in a row, but unfortunately lost the heartbreaking game by one goal. Our boys track team
011and girls badman team were county champions. Also, we had several individual athletes win county championships and participate in their state championships. In addition, JJL Cinder just a few days ago won the boys track 100 meter state championship. [applause] >> [applause] >> We had several students earn all league, all county, all state, and even all-American honors. Most importantly, every single team was a New York State scholar athlete this spring. [applause] Ward Melville just wrapped up another impressive sports year. I said the same thing last year and the year before and the year before that, but somehow our teams and coaches really outdid themselves again for another Banner sports season. To recap our year in sports, Ward Melville won 11 league titles. Five teams were in county finalists. We won seven county championships, won several individual county
012championships, appeared in three Long Island championships. Our cheer team won the state championship for the fourth time. And again, JJ just won the state championship in track. Most high schools are lucky enough to have a few sports teams make the playoffs or maybe some will go far and go to a playoff or win a county championship or maybe a state title. Or some schools may dominate year after year in a particular sport. But as you can see, we are successful across all sports. I've said it before and I'll say it again, but we're really running out of room in that gym lobby for our awards. At this time, we will now specifically honor our county championship teams from the spring and a few select student athletes for their incredible athletic achievements. At this time, I'd
013like to introduce our county champion girls badminton team and their coach, Mr. Muscarella. [applause] Come on up, girls. Good job, girls. File in. Get used to it. We'll be back here again next year, too. [clears throat] Thank you very much. Just want to say uh thank you to Mr. for giving me the opportunity to be the head coach this year for the girls. It's a pleasure and an honor. Um I'd also like to thank the board as well for recognizing everyone. Uh it's a huge accomplishment for the girls this year. This is their fourth uh Long Island Championship out of five years. Uh which means we've won five county championships as well. It's not too bad. This was a great season. We ended 11 and four and then we upset the number one seed, the
014two seed, and the five seed four seed going into the playoffs. So it was a great accomplishment. and I couldn't be more proud of them and I look forward to having every single one of them back next year. Only graduate four girls so we'll have a great season next year. Thank you again and uh thank you [applause] >> [applause] [clears throat] >> And now I'd like to introduce our county champion boys track team and state championship state champion JJ Elsinder along with their COACH RYAN DUCA. >> [applause] [applause] >> FASTEST GUY IN THE SCHOOL. ALWAYS THE LAST GUY to get everywhere. Good evening. My name is Ryan Duca. I coach the boys cross country, winter track, and spring track teams. This year, we won our second county championship in the last 5 years, scoring 121
015points out of a total of 589. We were led by junior Andrew Se, who scored 28 points, winning the county championship in the 800, which is the half mile, and the 1600, which is the mile. He also placed second place to his teammate in the 3200. Uh second we had Anthony Anatol, our senior, scored 26 points, winning the 3200, which is the two-mile, and placing second place in the 800 and 1600. That JJ finished first in the 100, winning that county championship. Second place in the 200, and tying for fourth in the high jump. Um in our 4x800, we've placed first place with Anthony Anatol, Andrew Seth, Luke Jansen, and Tai Bonomo. and everybody else standing beside you scored points in their individual and/or relays to help us win this county championship. Um, I'd be
016dismissed if I didn't say at the state championships this weekend, we had three boys compete, Anthony Anatol, Andrew Seth, and JJ Alindor. And they had one of the best meets at a state meet we've ever had. JJ, as you know, won the class A county champ or state championship in the 100. He also placed second place in the 200 which he had to run three times and each time he set the school record and got faster and faster. That's a that's absolutely [applause] Andrew placed fourth place in a two-mile and fourth placed in the 1600 setting a new school record in the 1600 of 41221. [applause] And Anthony placed second place in the two-mile and set a new personal best in the 1600 as well. Congratulations, boys. Thank you for everything you've done. [applause] Thank
017you. >> [applause] >> At this time, I'd like to introduce our girls track team and coach JP Dion. [applause] Thank you, Mr. Finity. I'd like to thank the board of ed central administration for having us here tonight and recognizing the young athletes as well as the parents that take them to and from everything that we do here. Girls track team had a wonderful year. We finished four and two in our league. Very competitive. We finished fourth overall in our county. We had 11 all league girls and we have six county finalists and champions. Julia Schmidt, she won the 800 individually at the county championship, went on to compete in Rochester this past week in the 800 where she finished 19th out of 47 kids. [applause] Abigail Zucker, she won the steeple. This is her second
018steeple county championship. She also went on to the state in Rochester to compete in the steeple where she finished 30th out of 47 kids. [applause] Lauren Casey, Audrey Jensen, Lizzy Wright who could not be with us today, and Isabella Horn competed in the 4x8 where they were crowned county champions. Girls, great job this season. [applause] >> [applause] >> Thank you. [applause] And now I'd like to introduce our girls golf coach Nicole Connelly to speak about Ella Gerard. [applause] center of attention right here. Good evening, members of the board of education, administration, faculty, families, and community members. Uh tonight, I'd like to recognize an extraordinarily talented student athlete whose accomplishments have brought great pride to our school and community. As a member and captain of our varsity golf team, Ella Gerard has established herself as one
019of the best golfers in our program's history. not only leading our team to a league championship this year, she's also a two-time county golf champion, two-time all-state golfer, and throughout her career, she went nearly undefeated in regular season league competition. Her dedication, focus, and competitive spirit set a standard of excellence that inspired everyone around her. What makes Ella's achievements even more remarkable is her success beyond the golf course. She's a two-time New York State powerlifting champion and recently flying out of Rochester uh earned her first place at the National Powerlifting Championships in Chicago, proving how her hard work, discipline, and determination span her many facets of life. While her athletic accomplishments are impressive, her impact as a teammate and leader is what we will miss most. As captain, she led by example, supported younger players,
020and helped create a culture of a commitment and sportsmanship that will continue long after her graduation. Ella was always willing to take time to help out her teammates as they looked to her for advice and support as they navigated this challenging sport. Personally, I'll miss our time together at the golf course. I was always so proud when I would show up to St. George's and Ella would already be there practicing. She would always get the team psyched up on our many bus rides to the various courses we played. And of course, our debrief bus rides on the way home always brought about many, many laughs. Ella and I spent many days scouting out golf courses for the New York State Championships, usually followed up with a meal at her favorite travel spot, Texas Roadhouse, with
021Frank and Eva. I'll always cherish those times together. This fall, Ella will attend Florida State University where she will study business and finance. And I'm confident that the same drive and determination that fueled her athletic success will lead to great accomplishments in the classroom and beyond. On behalf of the entire golf program, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and memories you have given us. We congratulate you on your remarkable achievements and wish you continued success in this exciting new chapter. [applause] I would like to now call up boy lacrosse player Christopher Rzlav. Chris come on down Chris. [applause] It's a family affair today. Chris. Yeah. Unfortunately, our boys lacrosse coach Jay Nas could not be here tonight, but he has prepared a speech which I will read. Congratulations to Christopher Rzlav on earning rookie of
022the year honors for the Ward Mobile boys lacrosse team in Suffach County. Christopher made an immediate impact with his hard work, dedication, and ability to step up when his team needed him most. His contributions helped fuel a huge turnaround season for the Patriots, showing the grit, teamwork, and commitment that define this year's team. A well-deserved recognition for a young player with a bright future. Congratulations, Christopher Retzloff, for being Suffach County Boys Lacrosse Rookie of the Year. [applause] [applause] >> [applause] >> At this time, I'd like to introduce our girls varsity lacrosse coach, Stephanie Peragalo, along with players Quinlin Hillbrun, Mia Modika, and Aaliyah Leonard. [applause] Good evening. My name is Stephanie Peragalo and this is my fifth year as head coach of the Ward Melville girls varsity lacrosse team. I am grateful for the opportunity
023to recognize three exceptional student athletes who earned national honors from US lacrosse for their achievements both on the field and in the classroom. I would like to thank the Three Village Board of Education for recognizing these students, our administration for its continued support of our program and Kevin Finery for consistently providing our athletes with the resources they need to succeed. This season, the Ward Melville girls lacrosse team finished first in our division with a 16-3 record and advanced to our third consecutive Suffach County Championship game where we did fall by one to the eventual New York State champions. The success of our program is built on the leadership and example set by our captains Mia Modika, Aaliyah Leonard, and Quinnland Hilbrin. Their commitment, character, and work ethic helped establish a culture of excellence both on
024and off the field. Academic All-American honors are awarded annually to just eight players in Suffach County and recognize the most accomplished and well-balanced student athletes in the sport. This year, Ward Melville proudly had two recipients. Mia Modika's senior year was impressive. She ended her career at Ward Melville as the team's leading goalcorer with 48 goals and 65 points. She graduates with a 96.4 4 unweighted GPA and a 101.5 weighted GPA while balancing eight AP courses and two varsity sports. Mia will continue her academic and athletic career at Hofster University in the fall. Aaliyah Leonard completed an outstanding junior season contributing across every area of the field. She ended the season with 35 points, 29 draw controls, 27 caused turnovers, and 36 ground balls while maintaining a 96.9 unweed GPA and a 101.4 weighted GPA. In
025addition to lacrosse, she competes in two other varsity sports. Aaliyah is committed to play at Yale University. US lacrosse all-American honors are also recognized to only eight players in Suffach County each year. These athletes are among the very best players in the nation. This year, junior defender Quinnland Hilbrin earned that distinction. Quinnland's lacrosse career at W Melville is shaping up to be one of the most impressive in recent history. She led Suffach County with 63 cause turnovers and added 41 ground balls. She is ranked by Inside Lacrosse as the number two defender and number 18 overall player in the class of 27 and was recently named to Newsday's All Long Island First team. She has also excelled academically, maintaining a 99.9 weighted GPA. Quinnland is committed to play at Clemson University. As athletes, students, and
026leaders, Mia, Aaliyah, and Quinnland are as good as it gets. These young women represent the very best of W Melville. They embody the values of dedication, perseverance, and excellence that define our district and our lacrosse program. Congratulations to Mia, Quinnland, and Aaliyah on your US Lacrosse Academic, All-American, and All-American honors. [applause] Before we take our photo, I'd like to also recognize Coach Peragalo. Um, and to highlight one of the reasons why our girls lacrosse program has been so successful, um, is during the past four years as her as our head coach. Miss Paragal has helped lead our team to four county championship appearances, winning one county championship. Um, and when we hired coach Paragalo 5 years ago as our head coach, I knew she would do great things with our girls lacrosse program. On top
027of the championship appearances and big games, she's helped shape our young athletes, as you see before us, into mature and focused student athletes who are going on to do great things in college and in life. Miss Pagalo has proven her that she exhibits extensive knowledge and passion for lacrosse coaching and education. She is very dedicated to her girls lacrosse program and physical education department. Because of these accomplishments, I'm very proud to announce Stephanie Peragalo, Suffach County Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year. [applause] >> [applause] >> And now I'd like to call up senior Colby Medina. Colobby here. Come on up Colobby. [applause] Colby was recently awarded the Thomas Cutella Memorial Scholarship from the Cutella Family Foundation. Thomas Cutella was a loved and respected 16-year-old junior at Shorem Wayen River High School when he suddenly passed
028away. His family then started this scholarship in his name. Thomas cherished life and he always put others first. He was an energetic leader in the classroom and on the athletic fields and he put the community which he loved first. Thomas assumed many leadership roles throughout his life, but he always found the time to help others, especially those who face difficult circumstances. The winner of this scholarship must inspire and share the same fundamental beliefs and values that defined Thomas's life and [snorts] an exceptional person. As a captain of the Ward Melville fencing team this season, Colobby Medina fully embraced his leadership role and became an essential part of the program's success both on and off the fencing strip. Colby had an incredible ability to maintain a competitive atmosphere while also ensuring his teammates felt respected, supported,
029and motivated. He understood how to push his teammates to improve without losing sight of the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. As Colby truly exemplifies leadership, volunteerism, and a commitment to his school, his fencing team, and community, he was chosen, he was chosen amongst many applicants throughout Suffach County High School as this year's Thomas Cutella Memorial Scholarship winner. Congratulations, Colby. [applause] >> [applause] >> And for our last recognition, I'd like to call back up Miss Driscoll to assist me with this award. Where is she? Come on over, Miss Driscoll. [applause] >> Good evening. Thank you once again, Board of Education, uh, administration, as well as community members for allowing me to speak tonight. Once again, um, as Mr. Finy said, my name is Christina Driscoll, and I am currently the director of the Three Village summer
030recreation program. Tonight, on behalf of the Three Village Central School District and the Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics, we are here to honor an extremely valuable employee whose contributions to our summer recreation program have been immense. For the past 25 years, one extraordinary individual has made our program feel like home for thousands of children, families, and staff members alike. Tonight, we are here to honor and celebrate the incredible Miss Sahava Vitberg. [applause] During the school year, Miss Fitberg serves as the science department chairperson for Great Neck School District. However, each summer she returns to our community where she was born and raised to give back to the very program that meant so much to her as a child, where she herself actually attended as a camper. Miss Fitberg's journey with us is
031a masterclass in dedication. After working for our program as a counselor for 5 years, she soon enough stepped into a leadership role as a lead counselor before before ultimately taking over a role as our full-day supervisor, a position that she has now held for the past 15 soon to be 16 summers. To put her impact into perspective, our program welcomes nearly 600 campers every summer, supported by a staff of nearly 160 employees. Managing an operation of that scale isn't just a job. It requires a rare blend of logistic skill, heart, and unwavering leadership. Sahava has been a steady anchor of this ship. Through her example, she has built a culture defined by three village pillars: teamwork, efficiency, and immense pride. She has navigated countless challenges that come with managing such a large-scale camp. Always with
032flexibility, grace, and a solutionoriented mindset. Sahaba, you are deeply respected, not just for who you are, but also for what you do. You have men mentored generations of staff, kept hundreds of children safe and happy under your watch and served as the backbone of a very cherished district program that has spanned over 37 years, most of which you've been a part of. So, thank you for your 25 years of outstanding leadership, your tireless dedication, and your loyalty to the Three Village community. [applause] A lot of stuff you [applause] >> [applause] >> girls. That's it. >> Thanks. >> I would like to thank our parents for all their support, our student athletes for all their hard work, and our dedicated coaches and employees. On behalf of the athletic department, I want to thank you tonight for
033giving us this opportunity to recognize all of our student athletes and coaches. And it g gives me great uh pride and uh pleasure to be our athletic director. Thank you and have a good night. [applause] Thank you, Mr. Finity. And congratulations again to everybody. All right, we're going to turn it over now to Katie Erso for her final student representative report. Thank you. Okay. Thank you. Good evening, everyone. It's hard to believe that this is the last report I will be giving as a student representative to the board of education. This year has gone by incredibly fast, and it has truly been an honor to serve in this role and represent the students of Warov High School. As we wrap up another successful school year and students are currently taking their final exams and regent
034examinations, I would like to take a moment to share some of the exciting events and accomplishments that have taken place at War Mobile over the past few weeks. Our first annual Patriot Fest was a huge success. This student led event took place on lacrosse fields and brought together students from all grade levels for an evening of fun, competition, and school spirit. Students enjoyed relay races, tugof-war, lawn games, music, food trucks, and many field day activities that reminded us of our elementary school years. The event saw incredible part participation from students and created a great sense of community throughout the school. The senior class ultimately took home the victory and was rewarded with a dessert bar. We were excited to continue this new tradition and look forward to bringing back Patriot Fest next year. Renovville also
035hosted their annual pops concert where all all of our music departments came together for a night of fun. Everyone enjoyed all the music that all of the students have been preparing for months and we were so happy that it was a great night with lots of fun outfits. Another exciting event this month was the annual integration bee. Approximately 60 students from Mr. Ambrose's AP Calculus BC class competed in one of of Warren Mville's most challenging mathematics competitions. In a spelling be style format, students solved increasingly difficult calculus problems in front of their peers. After several rounds of competition, six finalists remains and Michelle Lou was crowned the 2006 Grand Integrator. Congratulations to all the participants for their impressive achievements. At the beginning of last week, War Novel also celebrated both senior scholarship awards and the
036senior athletic awards. These events highlighted the incredible accomplishments of our students and recognized them for their hard work, leadership, and dedication throughout their high school careers. Thanks to the generosity of local organizations, families, and community sponsors, numerous scholarships, and awards were presented. It was a wonderful time to see so many students recognized for their achievements and celebrated by their families, coaches, teachers, and peers. As graduation is approaching soon, seniors have been enjoying many of the traditions that end the that make the end of high school so special. Yearbook distribution and the release of the senior video were major highlights. Both provided students with the opportunity to reflect on memories from their time at War Melville and celebrate how much our class has grown over the years. This year's yearbook theme, just because, was the perfect
037way to showcase the unforgettable memories and the just Because moments that made our senior year so special. The teacher and senior superlatives were another favorite event that brought plenty of laughter and nostalgia as students and staff look back on me memorable moments. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who worked so hard to put these events together. Towards the end of the week, our seniors got to do the elementary school walkthrough. And the senior's elementary school walkthrough is definitely one of my personal favorite traditions. It was incredible to walk through what once felt like such a big school, and to now see the next generation of students filling those same hallways. All of us had a great time stepping into the school buses one last time to visit old teachers, which was both nostalgic
038and meaningful. And for all the seniors, it definitely served as a reminder of where our educational journeys began and how far we have come. This year, we also brought back the senior sunrise on the final day of school. The event had a great turnout and the students enjoyed spending time together, playing games, taking pictures, and reflecting on their years at Word Mobile. Later that day, seniors gathered for the senior barbecue where we signed yearbooks, celebrated together as a class, and participated in the final bell countdown in the gym. It was a wonderful way to spend one of our final days together. And I would also want to give a special shout out to the student government executive board for helping these events run smoothly throughout the day and creating such memorable experiences for the senior
039class. And before I conclude my final report, I would like to introduce the incoming student representative to the board of education, Michael Lincoln. Michael and I first met at the Gelina Junior High School, where we were both involved in student government. Even then, his dedication to serving his peers and improving the school community was evident. After serving as president of Gelenus, he continued his leadership journey at War Mobile, becoming an active member of our student government and constantly demonstrating his commitment to student voice and leadership. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to watch Michael grow both as a leader and as a person. As the upcoming president of War Mobile Student Government, he has already shown the responsibility, determination, and passion necessary for this role. and I'm confident that he's well prepared to serve
040as the next student representative the board of education and will do an outstanding job representing the students of Word Mobile High School and the three village community. It's been an honor serving this position and I know it is in great hands moving forward. As I conclude my final report, I would also like to extend my sincere gratitude to the board of education for an incredible year. Thank you for being so welcome and supportive throughout my time as student representative. Serving on this board has been a truly special experience and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to represent the students at Wolver Mobile High School. I want to thank each and every one of you for your kindness, encouragement, and for always taking the time to listen and to value the student perspectives. I've learned so
041much from attending these meetings and I've greatly enjoyed sharing updates and insights from Melville with the board and our community. This opportunity has been incredibly meaningful and is one that I will carry with me for years to come. I would also like to give a huge thank you to Mr. Helonia for always finding time to meet with me and for always bringing my ideas to life while guiding me throughout this experience. I also would like to give a special thank you to Miss Rosen Swag as this experience has felt especially full circle because she was my first Girl Scout troop leader and helped inspire my passion for community service at such a young age. Having the opportunity to serve alongside her in this role has made this experience even more meaningful. Thank you all again
042for an unforgettable year and for making this such a rewarding experience. Thank you. >> [applause] >> So Katie, yes, it has been really full circle, but I I think at six, I knew this was going to happen. You're just you're a very special person. You've done a fantastic job. We're all so proud of you. You've got very big shoes to fill. Just saying. We'll be here to support you, but you got some very big shoes to fill next year, but she did a great job. And Katie, um on behalf of the board, we uh have a little Amazon gift card for you because, you know, college, um which we would love to give you. And Dr. Mr. Scan also has from the administration. >> Yes. So from the administration actually from Asbo. Uh thanks Mr.
043Carlson. Uh we have a scholarship for you in the amount of $500 as well. So you can use that for whatever you need as far as books. It'll probably buy one of them now. [applause] And I'd just like to add my thanks as well. Katie, I have a little something for you. I'm going to come up present. But Katie, thank you so much for all of your service. I value all the time that we spent together for you making Patriot Fest come to life this year. Uh, absolutely fantastic year and congratulations, Michael. I believe they were ballet shoes, but they will be big shoes to fill, right? Congratulations. [applause] >> [applause] >> you. What the hell? [clears throat] All right. Uh, at this time, do we see any public comments? >> No public comments. >>
044Okay. Thank you. So, uh, do I see a motion to table our declaration of results because they're not in yet? >> A second. All in favor? Okay. Okay. So, we'll circle back on that in a little while and we'll continue on with item 9B and turn it over to Mr. Carlson. >> Uh, thank you. Um, so yeah. Okay. Uh, items uh B and C are two uh resolutions. Uh, recently New York State real property tax law was amended to allow for uh two different types of uh property tax exemptions. One is for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty and the other is for surviving spouses [clears throat] of uh volunteer firefighters or volunteer ambulance workers killed in the line of duty. Uh we had at the April 29th board meeting
045a hearing on this. Uh and this is uh these two there's different sections of real property tax law. That's why it's two separate resolutions but uh that's what these two resolutions are. >> Okay. Any questions or further discussion about these two? All right. Do I see a motion to approve item 9B? >> So move. >> A second. >> All in favor? No opposed? No abstensions. And do I see a motion to approve item 9 C? >> So move. >> Second. >> All in favor? No opposed. And no abstensions. So those both passed. Thank you very much. And we'll move on to our policy and turn it over to Miss Ruffley. >> We have two policies for First Street tonight. The first is um policy 1900 parent involvement that just had um some changes from the
046state and legal. Um the next policy is 5300 the code of conduct. Dr. Scalan did you want to >> Yes. So the major change with the code of conduct is the sexual harassment components that had to be updated. So this will be reflected for the code of conduct for next year. Uh as always the approval pro the uh recognition process for that will be done through infinite campus from all parents uh throughout the district. We've already gotten we've already started to do the distribution through our GS GSN system through um GCN system I should say through um human resources department >> and both of these will be up for second read in our July meeting. >> Okay. Any questions about any of those or either of those? Okay. Thank you so much. All right. So
047we will begin our consent agenda in a moment. Before we do, I would like to move to pull item 120. Do I see a second to pull that for separate consideration? And all in favor of pulling for separate consideration 120? No opposed. No abstensions. Okay. So, we'll circle back on that afterwards. And we will begin then with our consent agenda. Do I see a motion? >> Move. >> And a second. All right. Starting with our minutes, Miss Germano. >> Uh, those are the minutes from the June 3rd meeting. Um 12 C is the appointment of board of registry and election workers for the June 16th school budget revote. So that's for our three um SEA County Board of Election workers that are working today. >> Okay. Thank you. Any questions or comments about those? All
048right. Uh beginning with 12D, Mr. Carlson. >> Uh thank you. Item D is acceptance of donations. We have one donation tonight. It's a check for $500 from the Suffach chapter of the New York State Associ Association of School Business Officials um to be awarded to a grad deserving graduating senior named Katie. Um item E is approval of a special education tuition contract for 2627 school year. Item F is approval of contract with outside with an outside service provider uh to provide special education services for 2627. And item G is declaration of surplus equipment. It's for um some uh phys equipment from NASCAG elementary school no longer uh usable. >> Thank you so much. Any questions about any of those? Okay, we'll move on to H. Dr. Biscari. >> Thank you. Yes. Uh H is just
049the affiliation agreement with Baylor University for clinical placements of their students for the 2627 school year. >> Thank you so much. And I recommendations of the committee on special education subcommittee on 504 accommodation plan meetings as dated. J recommendations subcommittee on preschool special education meetings as dated. And beginning with K, we turn it over to Dr. Dreski. >> Yes. K. Personal items instructional. Um so we have one instructional retirement. We have seven instructional resignations, four administrative appointments, uh five instructional professional appointments, uh four instructional substitute appointments, several fall coaching appointments, several co-curricular assignments, several stipens for the 2627 school year, several hourly and daily extra assignments for the 2627 school year, and several instructional summer assignments. L personnel items non-instructional. We have seven non-instructional resignations including sack monitors and special ed aids and sub monitors.
050We have two non-instructional appointments which are two new security guards. We have u several non-instructional stipens for the 2627 school year. Um seven non-instructional substitute appointments which include clerical um and monitor and sea substitutes. several community swim assignments for the 2627 school year, several returning and new summer wreck assignments, several extended school year assignments, as well as several summer reading program assignments. Next, uh M approval for resolution to access teachers for the 2627 school year. Um as you know, due to economy and efficiency, we do have um one additional teacher uh that we will be accessing. um and approval of excess teachers as permanent subs as we have done in the past. Uh we have a basically a contract uh for those excess teachers to come back in a permanent sub capacity for the 2627
051school year. Um and then I'll continue with O. O is the approval of a resolution pursuant to section 302A of the New York State Education Department law regarding the employee identified in executive session. >> Thank you so much. So we'll take all of the items through N. All in favor? Any opposed? No abstensions. And then separately we will consider item 120. All in favor? Any opposed? No abstensions. Okay. And one abstension. I apologize. All right. Thank you so much. And I'll turn it back over to you for some congratulations. >> Thank you. So uh first I would like to recognize and congratulate uh Cheryl Torski. She is a math teacher here at Ward Melville High School. Has been employed here since 1996 and she has uh just let us know that she's chosen to retire
052in uh the middle of next school, early next school year. Um in addition, we have uh several hires I'd like to recognize and congratulate. Um we have uh one person who is here today, uh Brendan Lynch, who will be our new middle school AP at at our high school at our I'm sorry, at our middle school. Um I don't believe Fred Falconeus is here. He is actually at Hofster right now doing uh taking care of an assignment. He will be Ward Melville High School. He'll be our new assistant principal there. Uh we have Teresa Viviano who will be our assistant director of alternative education and Deborah Winter who will be our new director of compliance. So we want to recognize and congratulate them all and thank Brendan for uh hanging around. So congratulations to everyone
053and Teresa. Teresa's too. Theresa's [applause] over in the corner. You can't see her in the dark out that way. [laughter] >> Oh, there you go. I couldn't even see that. You're in the You're in the dark. That's my apologies. We'd like to recognize and congratulate you as well. >> You very >> Thank you so much and congratulations one and all. So, at this time, uh, we've completed our business, but we don't have the results of our elections yet. So, do I see a motion to temporarily adjourn? >> And a second. All in favor? So, we'll circle back probably right around nine o'clock. Thank you. 185. No. 107. Okay. I think we should do a rendition of Oklahoma. >> I'm in. Let's go. [snorts] [laughter] Perfect. >> Got to get the mic. Get out there. [laughter]
054>> Microphones are all >> over. Lighting booth still operation. >> Right. Nick. Nick. Nick and Anthony. You guys good back there? >> Yeah. >> Okay. The mic still on. >> Mic's alive. >> Okay, >> you do. >> We'll wait till we get closer. >> All holes are closed. >> Okay. Nick has access to the sheet, so he'll share it online. >> Okay, >> give me a heads up when you think we should reopen. >> Okay, machine number eight. >> Oh, wait. Hold on. We got to reopen. We got to reopen. Hold on. Right. Okay. Go ahead. >> Good evening. Welcome back to our Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 board of education meeting. Do I see a motion to reconvene? >> So move. >> A second. All in favor? Okay. Our meeting is open and we will
055uh await the results for our budget vote. Mr. Mano. Okay. So absentee ballots, yes. 124, no 73. Early ballots, yes. 61, no 34. Machine E17, yes. 459. No. 4 470. Machine number E11. Yes. 544. No. 466. machine E19. Yes. 554. No. 451. machine E14. Yes. 254. No. 226. machine E62 yes 100 no 97 the budget vote passed with 296 yes and no 1,817 >> [applause] >> So, thank you so much to everybody in the community who turned out to vote. As you just heard, our budget has passed 2096 to 1817. Do I see a motion to certify these election results? A second. >> All in favor? No opposed, no abstensions. That being said, again, my thanks and gratitude to the community. Do I see a motion to adjurnn? >> Second. All in favor? We are
056adjourned. Thank you.