001Okay, good evening everybody. If I could call the regular meeting to order and start with the flag salute. >> I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Okay, thank you very much for that. Could I get a motion to approve tonight's meeting agenda? >> A motion. >> Can I get a any discussion? All those in favor? Okay. On next to community open forum. The board of education has set aside this time as an opportunity for the community to address the board. To allow public participation. A period not to exceed 30 minutes shall be set aside during the first part of each board meeting. Presentation should be as brief as possible. The
002board will not permit in public session discussion involving individual district personnel or students. Comment should be related to school matters and will be li limited to two minutes. I have Randy, you're up. >> All right. So, last time we met, Steve, you were talking about we should have um the county, you went to weather up and you were saying as the county that we should be fund, they should be funding the resource officers for the school. So, I went up there later that week and I spoke in front of the legislature about the risk factors that we have as a county and how I thought that was a splendid idea that you have. Um I also took time and I sat with Sheriff Hilton for a little while to talk about the the details of
003the program. It's higher paying. um they have better, more comprehensive training than we have here in the village. This is a win. Like I mean the resource offices, why wouldn't they want to get paid more money? Why wouldn't they want to have better training? And if something were to happen, they have a direct connection right to the sheriff's office to back them up. I also spoke about the, you know, maybe perhaps them covering social work. We have social workers in every school. You know, it's a real benefit that we provide here as a district. So I spoke to them too about, hey, there's grants that you guys could file for. There's grants that you could offer. you could bring funding down here for the school district to help us out. I explained to them the
004way that we have funding here. We're kind of maxed out at what it is that we can bring in here and how the state's not really bringing enough money for us to cover the budget every year and you guys are always forced to make difficult decisions. So, spoke in front of the legislature, spoke to Hilton about that. And then I know you saw I also had a little Facebook fund too. I know that I've said before that social media isn't a real place, but there are a lot of people that are paying attention there. Um, when that was said and done, I had about 50 shares on those comments. So, it did get all around the community. And I know that WeatherUp himself, because he decided to like one of the comments for whatever reason.
005So, I know that WeatherUp himself also saw that. So, I know that we have his attention. I know that he's got plenty of emails and phone calls about it. I'll be going up there again later this week to speak in front of them. Hopefully, this is something we can lobby for as a community and make it happen. Thanks a lot. Good idea. Congratulations. We got the budget passed 3 to one. >> Thanks, Randy. >> Okay. On to item D. Uh, special presentations to the board. I thought what we would do is have Evangelene and Emma are going to be receiving plaques. So, if we and then we'll go into the retirement. But then first, we'll have Tom introduce the new student board rep. reps. >> Yep. >> So, I would like to thank Jennifer Sha
006and all student government. The process is they take any of the interested students and then they kind of whittle it down and they put bring two of them to us last year. Well, this current year, but it happened last year. It was so very difficult to choose between the two of them and they did an amazing job and brooch both brought something very special and they complimented each other very well. Same thing happened this time. It got uh narrowed down to two and the candidates were amazing and we feel that rather than picking between the two that we feel that they'll be able to really complement each other as well and they're here today. So, if I can have Gage Williams and Riley Hul stand up. They will be our student board reps for the
00726 27 school year. And I can tell you it would definitely you got a couple weeks. I saw the sign out there said six school days right of school left. But it would definitely behoove you to have a conversation with the two of them. They did an amazing job representing their um the student body bringing in a lot of great ideas and whatnot. uh and really recognizing a lot of the successes in a number of different areas uh whether it was Boseies, sports, band, academic, they did a great job, but it's nice to have you on board and we're excited for next year. Thank you. >> Okay, so if we could have all the board members, we'll make our half circle and we'll hand out a couple plaques and on to the retirement. I'm sorry.
008>> No, you're fine. All right, district office retirees. The first one uh is somebody that I was always afraid that this day would come. I've been in this district for 11 years. 10 is superintendent. And this person right away I referred to as MacGyver. that this person could figure everything out if you gave him duct tape, a piece of gum, and some yarn, and he could fix a boiler, he could fix a broken septic tank. No, in all in all seriousness, I don't know how Paul Brassette was able to do all the things that he's been able to do and stay on top of all the certifications, the lead in the water testing. That always freak me out putting those letters out to parents. And he he always assured me. He's like, "Tom, we have
009less water lead in our water than hospitals have in theirs. It's just the state changed all the regulations." But every time I panic, Paul was always there. I can't I can talk for an hour and a half about what Paul does. Um most of the time, my wife knows exactly because I start the the the text thread in the and five months of the year in the winter, he's the first person at 3:15 a.m. Pretty much five months. and I get a whole breakdown. He's already out driving around. Um, there's no way that I could have done this without you. Uh, there's no replacing a Paul Brazette. You've done a wonderful job and you've meant a lot to so many people. You play a key role in cabinet. You never said no. You always said
010yes, I can do it. So, we're going to miss you a lot. 32.3 years. for the next one. The next two couldn't be here today, but uh Mary Ellen Kamiso, uh the principal account clerk, uh payroll clerk, 18 years, Mary Ellen uh is amazing. Again, she lives locally. She's done everything, you know, for the school district, always putting it first. She's done a wonderful job and we wish her very well in retirement. Round of applause for Mary Ellen. I think uh Moren's having her sister get it today for her. So Moren is another one very similar to Paul. Um 27 years in the district. She's at an ASBO conference right now with the person that will be replacing her here. He's at ASBO. Uh he is uh being board approved today. He is the current
011assistant superintendent for business services at Favville Manlas. and we got him. And Moren played a key role in that. And uh big thing with Moren was she just wanted to make sure that she was leaving it in good hands. And Paul always said the same thing is he wanted to make sure that the person came in, he'd want to drive past the buildings and the grounds and see them in disarray after, you know, almost 33 years of taking after them. Moren is the same way. And Moren has given her heart and soul this district. Her kids have come through this district. She literally bleeds uh maroon and white. Um she is wonderful. She'll always, you know, be here if we need her to come in talk, you know, and show the the new person how
012she has done it for the last, you know, 27 years, she would do that. But again, she's another wonderful person. Um done great things. How about a round of applause for Morin? She did say she was holding out to retire until her sister did. So that is something. So at this point, I'll have Jessica Hill come up for AA Cole. >> Awesome. Good. Thank you. Good evening. Although this retiree is unable to make it tonight, I am honored to recognize Diane Ma for her 21.4 years with the Central Square School District at Cleveland Elementary and AA Cole Elementary. Diane will always be remembered on the Northshore and in the Central Square community. Diane, congratulations on your well-deserved retirement and 21.4 years of service. You will be deeply missed and we wish you the very best.
013Let's give Diane a round of applause. Thank you everyone. Next to speak is Mrs. Aaron Phillips, our assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Thank you everyone. Okay, I have Mr. Brent Bowen. >> I'm actually gonna say something nice, so just >> sit back and relax. >> It will. You know it. All right. As former US Secretary of Education Arie Duncan famously noted, "Great principles are the foundation of great schools because they attract, retain, and inspire great teachers." Brent's career is a testament to that truth. His unwavering commitment to always do what's best for kids has created a powerful ripple effect of growth for both our educators and our students. Beyond his leadership, he has been our go-to administrator we turn to for advice and guidance on topics that range from education to the best restaurants
014in town. He will definitely be missed next year by many. Uh we hope you take this well-deserved time to enjoy your flying, your camp, your traveling, and finally putting your family first and then whatever else comes your way. Congratulations on an incredible career. Brett Bowen, >> 25.8 years. That's a lot. And then Brent when he is done getting his hugs will announce his retirees. >> I can share this with all of you. Brent uh several years ago he said, "Hey, do you trust me?" I said, "Sure, I trust all my administrators." He said, "Okay, I'm going to take you up on my plane." So he did. And as we're flying around, showing me all, you know, tops of all the buildings. I said, "This is amazing." I said, "How many times you brought people over?"
015He said, "No, you're my first." >> I hug you and everyone see how small I am. >> You got it. All right, that was well planned. Okay, Patty Cotch. Patty Cot. It says right here 31 years. But did you know she worked for nine years at Bowwinsville Bowwinsville before she came here? 40 years doing this job. And uh yeah, she doesn't look that old, does she? Hello. Yeah. She You don't look nearly that old. Not at all. And uh I I do have to I told her I was going to talk about her Halloween costumes. I'm going to miss that probably um more than you know. Um she's got this Halloween costume. It's a uh a sleeve with a shark hanging off from it. That she wears on the right arm. It's very powerful. Very
016powerful. Uh, Patty, we go way back to Cole and all all the way to the end of Brewerton. You've been awesome for kids and I really appreciate having you. Congratulations. And um my second person and last person, Janelle Perry. Uh it says 7.4 years. I've known Janelle since uh she was a parent at AA Cole several years ago and her her child, my former student, has had a baby in North Carolina. She's got better things to do than to hang out with us anymore. She left us and flew down to North Carolina to be with that baby. I don't blame her at all. Um Janelle is top shelf teaching assistant and uh we we lost when she left but I appreciate her. Congratulations to Janelle Perry 7.4. Aaron Phillips up next. Okay, the first one
017he wrote was nice and big. So, Hastings Mallerie has two retiring this year. Our first is Missy Feny. Tonight, we honor kindergarten teacher Missy Feny as she officially retires after 30.9 years of dedicated, loving service to the Central Square School District. For over three decades, her extraordinary warmth, patience, and kindness have shaped the hearts and minds of the community's youngest learners. While she will be deeply missed, the district is incredibly grateful for her incredible impact and wishes her a happy, well-deserved retirement. Missy has been with a 349. Okay. And then Lisa Cecil. Um, we thank Lisa Cecil for her 22.5 years of exceptional service as a teaching assistant. She's known as an unsung hero. She handled her many daily responsibilities with absolute grace, joy, and a positive energy that profoundly impacted both her colleagues and
018generations of students. As she retires, the district honors her quiet dedication and unwavering commitment, wishing her a retirement filled with happiness and love. Congratulations to both Missy and Lisa. Now Beth Smith will do Millard Hawks retirements. There we go. So our MHE family has five retirees, teachers, and teaching assistants this year. Although I've only had the privilege for working with them for two years, they are a huge part of what makes Millard Hawk the family that it is. The first person that'll be recognized is Mrs. Denise Baxter. She couldn't be here tonight, but she served as a teaching assistant for 26.2 years, most recently as a building TA in our school. She brought a motherly presence to the classroom, expecting students to do their best and work hard while also loving and supporting them. When
019she wasn't in a classroom, she helped in the main office. I've always appreciated her sense of humor and nononsense attitude. I would often joke that she could truly run the building. Thank you, Denise. Uh, Mrs. Melissa Delaposta isn't with us either this evening, but she worked as a special education teacher for 21 and a half years. She has a heart of gold and is always willing to advocate and provide quality specialized instruction to any and all students. She um, teachers who work in ICT often request to work with Missy. Every morning, she joy joyfully helps corral our prekers and get them to class safely. and she always does it with a smile in her heart her heart. Thank you, Denise. Or Melissa, sorry. Mrs. Sherry Hansen is here and she has taught kindergarten for 33
020years. She is half teacher, half miracle worker. Earlier this school year, I visited her classroom of 23 kindergarteners and was quickly overwhelmed. Some students were crying for their mom, others were zooming all over, and some looked shell shell shocked from never being in school. I asked if she needed help, and thankfully she said no. Um, she said, "We're fine. We just need some time to get into our routine." Sure enough, just a few weeks later, I stopped by during a lesson and saw all the students sitting on the carpet, engaged, and being challenged. Beyond her hard work in the classroom, Sherry is very active in the PTO, serving as a teacher liaison and helping to plan and volunteer at many PTO events. She has also coached varsity cross country and modified track for many years.
021Sherry, you are a true treasure, and I'm not sure I'll be okay without you telling me how things are. Oh yeah, she doesn't like hugs. Mr. William Hansen has been a PE teacher for 20 years. He is one of the happiest people I know. He loves getting students active and teaching them how to play sports while having fun. Students truly enjoy attending his PE class. Billy's passion for athletics is clear as both a teacher and a coach of varsity cross country and modified track. He is also very active in the central square community, serving as a PTO member who is always willing to plan and volunteer PTO events. His dedication was especially evident during all these years when he took the lead in planning our school field day. Thank you, Billy. I get a hug.
022>> Get a hug. That's right. Thank you so much. >> I'm going to get We're about the same height. Yes, >> there you go. >> And last but not least, Mrs. Michelle Woolridge was a teaching assistant for 26 or sorry, 25.8 years. She couldn't be here tonight due to her family circumstances, but I know that she's watching online. During her time with us, she worked with preK and kindergarten students, as well as providing one-on-one support with student for students with special needs. Mrs. Woolridge always held high expectations for every child she worked with, providing the necessary support to help them succeed while building their independence. In addition, she organizes all the materials needed for kindergarten screening every year on her own time and is always there on screening days to warmly welcome the incoming kindergarteners.
023Thank you, Michelle, for all your wonderful contributions. At this time, I invite Mr. Jeff King to come up and recognize his retirees. First up, we have Amy Albanese with 27 years of dedicated service as a school psychologist with Central Square that has made a lasting impact on countless students and families. Her compassionate approach and expert guidance have been a cornerstone of support in the school community. Amy's commitment to student well-being has truly shaped a positive and an inclusive environment. As she retires, we celebrate her remarkable career and wish her all the best for retirement. Congratulations Next, we have Margaret Gray, teaching assistant, who's unable to be here. Margaret retired with 25.4 four years of committed work with Central Square. She was a dedicated in helping students reach their potential and Margaret's consistent presence and teamwork
024contribute to a positive and nurturing classroom environment. Next, we have Stacy Hilton, also unable to be here this evening. Stacy Hilton's 18.9 years of dedicated work as a teaching assistant have been a tremendous support to both students and staff. Her kindness, patience, and encouragement have helped create a welcoming and effective learning environment. Stacy's reliability and collaborative spirit made her an invaluable part of the team. Next is Paul O'Shea. Paula retires with 7.2 years of of teaching assistant work with Central Square Schools. But I can tell you firsthand because I was on the interview committee for Paula, her impact was far more than just 7.2 years. Her actual numbers of years, we could probably multiply that and make that about 25 with how much she cared for our students. Kristen Paulus, 12 point years of dedicated
025work as a speech teacher. She has greatly supported students in developing essential communication skills. The expertise, patience, and encouragement created a nurturing environment where students thrived and grew. Kristen's commitment to individualized support and collaboration with families and staff, meaningful difference in the lives of all. Kristen is truly a gifted educator. I realize in alphabetical order Rebecca would come before Phil, but we know her as Becky. So, I'm going to present the rose before the thorn. Becky Williamson's 22.7 years of passionate teaching in family and consumer sciences have empowered countless students with valuable life skills and knowledge. Becky's support and mentorship have helped students build confidence and prepare for their futures. We celebrate her remarkable career and lasting contribution to the Central Square community. Last but not least, Phil Williamson. >> Phil, I was 17 when
026you started. >> Phil's 34 years of inspiring work as an art teacher have nurtured creativity and self-expression in countless students. His passion for the arts and innovative teaching have made the classroom a vibrant and engaging space. Those encouragement and guidance have helped students develop confidence and artistic skills they extend beyond the classroom. We appreciate his out longstanding commitment and the positive influence he has had on the school community. Thank you, Phil. Just a note, a lot of board members, principles, audience members were my students. Or he was in my first class. >> Miss Congratulations. Next up is Mr. Tom Sweeney to introduce the retirees from Paul Bemore High School. >> All right, good evening everybody. Uh, I just want to start by saying something about u Tom's and their sense of fashion with ties. I
027don't know if you pick up on this. Yeah, great minds think alike. All right, so I'm gonna start with Monica. Monica Bardone right over here. 28.2 years. And the first thing I got to say that stands out is just the infectious positivity. anytime I saw you anywhere in the building, in the hall, in the class, didn't matter where, you just had that immediate uh smile and that just infectious personality, positivity, and students geared towards that. I mean, when we tried to do C class selections, we had to put a cap on your class and and I I think we could have offered 10 20 sections of it, right? Um, but that is a testament to you and the impact that you've left on each and every student that have been fortunate enough to have you
028as a teacher. And I know I've only been able to work with you for a year, but in that one year, I'm so grateful for all that you do and all that I was able to pick up from you. Um, I' I've always been appreciative of you always wanted me to, you know, be in. I would come into the class and you'd have me immediately involved in something. I remember the one time closing your eyes and I'm thinking, what's going on here? but it ended up being a great math lesson. Um but always welcoming and again not just with me but with all your students. So um the couple other things you are Central Square grad and you um have been involved with ski club as an adviser. Um so just even outside of these
029walls all the impact you've had on students. So congratulations Monica. Forever you'll So the next few um individuals um unfortunately we don't have here tonight but I do want to recognize obviously um the first one Joan Blendelle um unfortunately I was not able to um work with but um she did serve 26 years as a teaching assistant we also next have Christopher Cox science teacher 30 years. Uh, you know, one thing I'll say is in terms of student excitement and engagement, I know anytime I walked in there, uh, you know, the students, you never knew what was going to what was going on. There was so much activity, so much going on, so much excitement, but the students were hooked and they were engaged. And one other thing I'll say is, um, we did share
030a love of the enjoyment of telling jokes. um in terms of you know on Fridays I like to you some of you might know this I I end the week with um I call them the the corny dad jokes you know and the purpose is to to get the eye rolls or the like oh come on really um so every now and then he'd pop in and he would uh you know hit me with a driveby uh corny dad joke and I always appreciated that. So um congrats Chris on 30 years. Next we have Todd Lvali um who is one of our school psychologists. He retired earlier in the year after um 4.3 years here at the high school. I will say this with Todd, it's been, you know, really big shoes to fill. Um
031he's he's an incredible advocate for all students. Um he was such a a steady presence. He had a calm demeanor and he truly was an amazing support for all of our students. So, congratulations, Todd. Next, we have Katie McGawan. Um, so Katie, special education teacher who has u worked 27 years. Uh she Katie is like the ultimate you think of a team player, a collaborator, somebody who is going to if you ask her, hey, what do you think or how can we make this work? She's got the ideas, she's got the answers and she does it in such a a proactive solution-based way with her mindset and she's just an incredible advocate for all students. So uh again been very appreciative uh and fortunate to have worked with her this year and congratulations to her
032in 27 years. All right, next we have Michelle Nelson, who I see you over there. It's fitting that you kind of have some orange on cuz I was going to say one of the first things that stands out to me and as a as a SU dieard fan. Um, if you get the opportunity to go into her room, her classroom, it's amazing. I mean, the orange and blue. And it was one of the first times we met. I think oh gosh, we probably spent about 30 45 minutes just talking SU and about how things are going to go and how, you know, how we can get back on track. So, um, it's always been great, you know, chatting with SU with you, but you do obviously so much. I can't even go on in terms
033of all that you do, whether it's DECA and the incredible things that you have done with DECA. I got to witness that firsthand this year when I went to Rochester and saw the regional and I was just blown away and and that truly is a testament to you. The career center right beyond that wall right there. All of the time and the work and the effort that you put into that and it's going to continue to be such an amazing resource for our students and so much of that is a testament to you. Um, the other thing that I wanted to mention too is, you know, as a department coordinator, it it's been a pleasure, not just, you know, obviously as a teacher, but as a department coordinator to have some of those conversations and
034meetings. Um, and I always feel like anytime we talk, you know, you're you're always listening. You're always having great responses and ideas, and I truly value and take into account every single thing that you ever bring forth. and and that is again I use the word testament but it's a testament to you and your leadership. Um, so so many not just students but staff members have been so fortunate, myself obviously included, to have worked with you over the course of uh these years. And so congratulations to you on make sure I get it right here. 23 23 years. Congrats. And last but certainly not least and I think did I see her over there? She is. Okay. I was making sure like wait Kristen's here. U I have to the pleasure of introducing and and
035honoring Kristen Shap. So Kristen um special ed teacher has been with us for 26.7 years. And I'm gonna say this with Kristen. So if you talk about the ultimate problemolver, solutionbased, proactive individual to work with, I can't think of anybody who is is above you truly. Case in point, about a month ago, we had to quickly, and Tom knows, we had to pivot real quickly on what we were going to do with the big decision we were going to make for the the senior ball. and working with you on that. Your your calm presence and your um ability to collaborate and ability to add to the conversation, the decisions that we had to make truly made it what I think was an unforgettable success. And even after that, obviously, we've had to collaborate and figure
036out, okay, what's next? It has been so much easier doing that with you because of again your presence, your demeanor, your solution-based mindset, your proactive nature. And that's just a small snippet and that's just really a small example of that. You have always put students first. You've always considered what's going to be best for the students. And each and every student who has had the opportunity and the pleasure to work with you is so better off because of that. And I cannot thank you enough for all that you do. So with that being said, congratulations Kristen. And at this time, I will turn it over to Jason Fellows. >> Congratulations. Good evening. On behalf of the transportation department, I'd like to honor uh Barb Montlair. Tonight, we recognize Barb Montlair for an incredible 20.10 years
037of service as a school bus driver. Throughout her career, Barb demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and a true commitment to the safety of the students that she's transported. Her reliability and positive attitude earned the respect of both co-workers and families alike. Barb, thank you for many years of outstanding service to our district. We wish you a retirement filled with relaxation, joy, and a time spent doing the things you love most. She is going to be a subd driver. very much. Uh, next, it's my pleasure to honor um Valerie Schwam for 23.4 years of service as a school bus monitor. Valerie's dedication, kindness, and caring nature helped create a safe and welcoming environment for generations of students. Her commitment of supporting children each day will always be appreciated and remembered. Valerie, thank you for your years of loyal
038service and positive impact you have had on our transportation department. Congratulations on your well-earned retirement and best wishes for your future. You're welcome. >> And I would help clean anybody's bus or a donut or >> That's That's for sure. We do have some buses to clean veil. Congratulations. >> I have uh two more. Unfortunately, they're not going to be able to be here today. Um Barb Adamsky with 17.4 years of service. Barb had started as a bus monitor and she migrated up to driving a school bus. Um, she's a subd driver now as well. So, thank you Bar for the 17.4 years of service. And then finally, we have Arlene Jordan with 15.4 years of service. Uh, she was a school bus monitor as well. Um, and we'll miss her as well. Aaron, are you?
039Okay. Next is Aaron for Amy Catelyn for food service. We have Esther Shelley who was hired in October of 2007 and retired in 2025. She was a dual department employee. She worked for transportation and child nutrition. She was an outstanding employee. Amy asked her to come back and work part-time and she has accepted. So Esther Shelley with 18 years. Mr. Presentette. Okay. For this evening, I don't believe Amy is here. Amy built great relationships with the staff and students wherever she worked. Amy's always been friendly, talkative, welcoming, and willing to help. Everyone in the building knew Amy and knew she was there for them. Amy really blossomed at Millet Hawk. She was instrumental in helping the new lead custodian learn the building and made sure he did not miss anything. The best part was a
040relationship with the students at Millet Hawk. The students were always excited to see Amy and would line up to see say hello. We thank her for 30 years of service. Second is Brian Stone. Brian has spent his entire custodial career at Millet Hawk. Brian worked as a custodian and then worked his way up to night lead cleaner. Brian managed his second shift extremely well and anyone using the building knew they could count on Brian. Every group that used Milit Hawk knew Brian and knew they were in good hands. Brian has always been there for the district. When I was short of maintenance worker and needed someone to fill in, Brian was there. When I needed someone to fill in on grounds, Brian was there. Brian has tried every position in the department, has always excelled
041at what he was doing. I cannot thank Brian enough for always being there to help the department and for the great relationships he built at Miller Hawk. Brian, we wish you well in your retirement and thank you for spending the past 13 years with us. Enjoy every Friday. >> Congratulations. >> Next, they have Mark Catrell. Mark started working for the Food Service Department in 1985, the year I graduated. Mark worked for the food service department for three years and then accepted a position in the maintenance department as a grounds worker. Mark spent the remainder of his 37 years working on grounds. Mark was a nightly supervisor for snow removal for a while and then accepted the full-time day position. Mark has filled in as senior groundsman on many occasions and led the team of grounds
042workers ensuring fields were set, snow was removed, and the grounds look good. Mark has seen a lot of change over 40 years starting his career in the old maintenance center which was behind the old district office on Route 11. Mark has always been the go-to person when it came to laying out fields or equipment repair. Mark really enjoyed the equipment. He enjoyed operating it and he enjoyed working on it. I am sure what Mark will miss the most is those early moaning phone calls asking him to come in and plow. Mark was an asset to department and takes a lot of knowledge with him. We wish him the best in his retirement and thank him for 40 years of service. Congratulations. >> My last retiree this evening is Vicky Chro. Vicki has worked at the
043maintenance center for over 20 years and really made a difference. I was fortunate to have someone so competent for so long. Vicki took every task seriously and made sure the finished product positively represented the maintenance department. Anytime I was working on a project, Vicki was right there. If I stayed late working on something and she could help, she was there. Vickiy's clock never stopped the quitting time. The maintenance center is not going to be the same without her. The staff really leaned on Vicki. Vicki had a way about her that set her apart. If someone was talking about something they needed, in the short time she was bringing information. If anyone was trying to find a part or needed something, she would call vendors and search until she found it. I think Vicky's biggest fear
044working for the maintenance department was running out of toilet paper or not having enough sidewalk salt. Vicki do whatever was required to ensure the department had everything they needed. I'm sure without a doubt she will never want to see another purchase order, calculate another time sheet, or try to remove another GM from our copier. I cannot thank her enough for supporting myself and the department for so many years. We wish you well on your retirement. >> Thank you. Those are the two things I worry about the most as well. We can have everybody. There's cake over there and refreshments. So, at this point, we will make our way over that side. Thank you so much for those of you that are leaving right after this. Thank you so much for being here today to recognize.
045>> Yes, there will be a group picture for all the retirees. We'll do that first right at the other side. I don't see it. stuff. >> Oh. Just got to get a picture real quick. Monaco I'm going to tell her my dad like uhoh. Congrats. >> It's crazy. >> Think about it like years later. >> Well deserved after this year, I think, though. I think well deserved after this year. How's >> he? Not yet. >> Okay. No, he was he was doing some EMT or something. That's a step in the right direction. It >> really is. I think she's in first there. I can't turn it here. Where the heck? We're not that old. We're not that old. I know Kevin's a wild It's my English. Tell them I saw you. I'm a big fan.
046I can't believe you're retiring. What's up with that? I thought you were like David, you Yeah, we're not I know this is called No, I don't to see. So, it's a really I'll be there. I do like hanging her head off. Foreign Did you see the show yet? Okay. What's your name? Is that All right. Hey, Steve. I got to talk to you sometime about bees. >> I know you're the man. I know you're the man. I got my first hive and I'm I mean I I bought a piece of coffee that came with and I've been going to this group. Um the guy >> I love it. >> I know you're big at it. Yeah. We're not always. >> All right. Yeah, we got a couple people. We don't want to lose our uh
047>> Okay. >> Oh, where's Did Lorie Lori leave? Paging Brian and Lori. Paging Brian and Lori. >> We're going to executive session. >> Okay. If I could, I will make a motion. Yeah, I should be. Well, I don't know. >> You hear me? >> I'll talk loud. >> Um, I'd like to make a motion that Census Square District Board of Education hereby move in the executive session discussion matters to appointment of a particular person person with action to follow. Can I get a second? >> Any discussion? All those in favor? Okay, off to executive session we go. >> All right. >> Oh, we are coming. Yeah, with with action the follow >> bring it with you. Thank you. Byebye. Take care. I wanted to hop up and pretend I was >> like, I'll be in
048a hospital. It's just weird. >> You know us. All right, Mr. Plet. Okay, I will make the motion to return back to open session. Can I get a second? >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? All those in favor. Okay. On to item E. Could I get a motion to accept item E in its entirety? >> A motion. I get a second. Any discussion? All those in favor? You want to make an introduction? >> I'd like to introduce uh Jeff Brown, our new director of facilities three. >> Welcome to the team. >> All right. >> Yeah. How easy was that? Um, if I could, could I get a motion for item F, the consent agenda in its entirety? >> I'll motion. >> Second. >> Any discussion? All those in favor? Okay. On to item G reports.
049We will have our final. This is last time you'll need to be here. If anybody hasn't told you, go ahead. >> All right. I have a lot of stuff for you, so I'll make it worth it. Yeah. Um, so first off on May 20th, we had our top 100 academic uh ceremony for the in the Paul Vmore auditorium for the top 25 in our freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior class. We also appreciated uh individually the five the top five in our senior class, which was really amazing. They each got their own plaques and they were uh recognized individually. Then on May 27th, the class of 2026 uh put together, especially Miss Shap, which I know she's not here, but she did amazing putting this together. Um a lot of activities and treats at the Vanloo
050Park for Senior Funday. Uh everybody had a great day. Everything went really well. Um on the uh May 30th, the junior class celebrated their junior prom at Drumland's Country Club, and they had an amazing time. Pictures went great. They I know they had a mishap with their original spot for pictures, but the kids did a great job putting together a new place and it worked out really great. Um on June 1st, yearbooks and cap and gowns were distributed to seniors and yearbooks to the entire school and everything went really good. And then the next day, we had the elementary graduation walk at everyone's respective elementary schools and we had a great group of staff to assist the seniors getting them to their school and back to school on time. And it was really sweet getting
051to see uh personally all the teachers that I had or some of the teachers that I had and all of the kids with their congratulation signs. That was really sweet that they do that. And um tomorrow and Wednesday we obviously don't have school or regular classes because of regences in the high school. The last day of classes for high school is June 16th and um the senior prom is rescheduled for June 18th at the on center. I know we talked earlier about Mrs. Shap. She's done an amazing job trying to pull the strings together to I know this has probably never happened before and she did an amazing job putting everything together and um grad rehearsal is June 25th and graduation is the 26th and I am personally very excited and I can't wait on
052the Boseis front of this. We've recently had our National Technical Honors Society ceremony that um inducted um all of the Boseis kids in all different programs into the National Honor Society. It's a big congratulations because a lot of those students were Central Square students. you know, it it means a lot coming from, you know, here having this program that you guys invest so much money in and to be able to see it actually excel and our grades are like amazing to be able to like have this opportunity to actually celebrate these students. Um, we have the end of the year ceremony on Thursday to celebrate all of the students um in Boseies. We have our top three and the most employable. Um, so hopefully I could see some of you there celebrating our Central Square
053students. Um, we had other um, ceremonies, the PTAC ceremony which went super well. I'm really proud of all of our Central Square um, students that went. Um, we had Jack Tasky do a speech. He did very well. It was very motivating and I'm very proud of all the PEK students. We had a couple other certification ceremonies to um show that our students really did excel and that this truly does mean a lot to a lot of students. It helps a lot of people start their path in life and it does mean a lot. So, thank you board. Um, we also have our senior awards ceremony which was very very beautiful especially hearing all of the stories and um a lot of students got a lot of scholarships that they absolutely deserve and they need. So,
054it's really nice to see our community come out and support the students of the school and we thank you for that. Um, and then we have the sports ending. So, yay. That's all I have. >> Okay. Well, I congratulations to your year. It was I talked about the last time, you know, what your first briefing was and then and then to this. You guys have done a just a fantastic job and uh we're fortunate to have you. So, thank you so much. >> And how about that cell phone policy? Okay, on to board members report. Anybody have any questions or things they'd like to bring up? >> If you want to. >> I know that it was discussed in the community the the proper attire, what what people can wear, what students can wear. And
055so I know that we talked about having a conversation about it >> um whether we need to change the policy or whether we have to >> Sure. >> What Chrissy's uh referring to was we had one of our clubs, our actual recognized club. It's the um Club America was called the Turning Point USA high school chapter. Um they had asked if they could wear a stole. So we we don't have any clubs that wear stoalls. our our recognized clubs can wear a cord. Deca has a cord. Uh it means different things, different colors could be different um volunteer hours and their um recognition and their competition is a different color. Um but what we said was they can absolutely wear a cord. We have never had any any clubs wear a stole. the only ones
056that were stoalls and um Evangelene had mentioned the National Technical Honor Society is one. We have the National Honor Society is the second and then any student going into the military whether that's the Marines the Marines pr provide them with a stole or we had student go into army and wear a stole. So, if if the board ever wanted to change that, um that would have to be we could make a right now there's not a board policy. There's just a practice and protocol which is consistent with all the other districts in our county when it comes to stoalls. Um so, if we were to say yes now to a club, I I think it would be kind of impossible to say no to any club that said I want to I want to wear
057a stole. um even no matter if some people may like a club or may some people may not be a fan of certain clubs, there's no way you could prevent it be if you if you allowed it. So, but good point. Um that was something that was discussed and when I did say it to the person that kind of oversees the different high school groups for Turning Point, she was very understanding and said, "We'll absolutely provide the kids with cords." She didn't realize that none of the other clubs wore a stole. So, how many clubs are there >> in total? >> Uh, I don't even know how many total clubs we have. I know like when we have ones at the high school, we have like um chess club, we have like um the change
058club, we have I I couldn't even name >> it. We have drama math team, mock trial, uh national honor society, um a science club we combined this year. I Those are the paid and then the senior freshman junior class. We have activities like teachers volunteer for but those are our >> Okay. Yeah. I mean I just per personally you know when this came up um I was surprised because I feel like when I was in high school cords stole those types of things were academic or some type of they were an honor. it it was not just a mere membership or participation in something. And so it almost concerns me to the extent and I and I get it. I'm like, you want to be recognized for participation in something and I and I want
059to side with sure, you know, what can it harm? But at the same time, some of those cords and some of those stolen huge honors and huge achievements. And so I just don't I guess my concern is if there is 15 or 20 or 25 different chords, it takes away from the significance that some of them represent. And so personally like I you know I I feel like it's a slippery slope you know um even with respect to chords I mean stole for sure you know I I don't think our policy I don't think there's any issue with our policy but personally it's like you know if if the cord I I think in our program is like almost all of the chords were some type of achievement. It wasn't just membership except for yearbook.
060>> Correct. >> Right. Um, and I wasn't it did when I looked at the program I mean granted I know that the yearbook students put in a ton of time and you know it's an achievement in of itself but I it did kind of stand out if as a parent attending a graduation you look at that list of what the various colors and things mean and it's like and then you you know you see just membership in a it just I feel like it could make it very confusing and then you've got you've got to explain every color and I just don't want it to take away from some of you know some of those things really have a significant meaning And you know, I just don't want to take away from that. No, >>
061good point. >> Is the general rule now uh strictly academic and military >> for stalls? >> Yes, >> that's what has always has been. >> Okay. And this is the first time it's been brought up. >> Yes. >> To change for any additions. >> Correct. >> So, not necessary to implement a policy at this time, I would think. >> I agree. >> As long as we follow the rules and it's been the same, >> right, >> consistent stand behind it. >> I think I think the only thing that was under up for discussion was with the courts. So there's the stoalls, but then chords yearbook was a club and so they said, you know, you took the position that cords would be allowed um for clubs and so >> which is reasonable. >> It's it's
062yeah, it's reasonable. And so to the extent, but >> I guess we'll just have to see where it goes. Yeah. Um >> I think that they were fine is what they said. And you brought up a good point too, Lori said the same thing. We've always allowed kids as long as it's, you know, code of conduct, something inappropriate, they're able to decorate their cap any way that they want and things, you know, some kids do like boy scouts, some people do, you know, their favorite rock band, some people, >> they can do that. That's that sense of individualism that we we want kids to be able to have, but that's different than No, but you bring up a good point with the chord. Um, I I didn't know, and I'm not downplaying I'm not downplaying
063yearbook at all. I just didn't realize that it was Heidi last year had Kristen Enright stood strong on that be for that very reason. And it's not diminishing what yearbook had done, but to your point, it wasn't an academic, you know, achievement, right? So that's something that, you know, we could think about, we could talk, but I agree at this point. I think it was just more about communicating it. When people realized I had some parents in the community say, you know, this is turning points great. And they're like, wait, wait, you don't have no one else wear you don't. I'm like, no. They're like, oh, well then that makes sense then. It's not like you're saying, you know, yes to other clubs that can wear stole, but no. Once you said that, they were
064like, "Well, it makes perfect sense then." >> So, >> all right. >> Anybody else? >> Um, I just say congratulations to the election and um and the results of it. So, pretty happy about that. >> And thank you for all the board members. I know you did a really hard great job of, you know, really getting people to come out to the polls, support our students. But again, I want to underscore what Steve said with Evangelene and Emma. From your first day to now, long before the state came out with a portrait of a graduate eight years ago, we had the attributes and competencies of a central square learner which mimic exactly what they came up with. Number one was number one for a reason. There were 150 people in here from college admissions to
065military to people locked Martin, lawyers, doctors, and they wanted effective communication to be first. You two have done an amazing job communicating. You really did a great job representing the senior class, but all the whole student body. We're really going to miss you guys having here. Plus, I'm probably gonna have to start doing my I I I had a bunch of things I only have to do one right now because you touch on all of the um the everything that took place and all of the accolades. Great job. The only one that I would like to add is and again, I'm we're very excited to see where you guys go. Come back and visit. Let us know what you guys are doing. I know you've already been accepted into a nursing program, correct? Emma, do
066you want to share what you're doing? >> For nursing as well. Wow. Fantastic. Students from uh four of our schools in our district were honored by Senator Chris Ryan. Each was presented with a certificate of appreciation and had their photo taken with uh Senator Ryan. So, that was wonderful. We uh we're really excited to wrap up this year. as she said, we're excited that they're going to have they're going to have their traditional uh senior ball at the on center and um just really happy. The board really stood up. Everybody on the board was like, "What can I do? What can I help? Do you want me to pick up food? Do I what what what do you need? We'll make it happen." There were about 150, maybe a little bit more than that, seniors
067that came to this and they were super excited. Um and uh it was I want to say Get Air. Was it Get Air? >> Get Air. We had a lot of parents reach out to me to say my kid probably wouldn't have gone to a um after party, after hours party, but they loved it there. They used go there when they were a little kid and it was kind of like a full circle moment. The whole community stepped up and it really showed how special central square is and that really was very touching for all of us. All right, thus concludes superintendent report. Okay. Could I get a motion for item HH1, H2, and H3 in its entirety? >> I'll motion. >> Okay. I get a second. Any discussion? All those in favor? Could I
068get a motion for H4, approval of the bus bond resolution? That is a roll call vote. >> A motion. >> Get a second. >> Any discussion? Take it away, Pearl. >> Steve, >> yes. >> Christie, >> yes. >> Grandmother, >> yes. >> Casey, >> yes. >> Okay, that's a pass. And I will make a motion that we adjourn. Can we get a second? >> Second. >> Any discussion? All those in favor. >> Seriously.