001Good evening everyone. We are going to get started. If you can just take your seats. Thank you. Good evening. I'd like to call to order the regular meeting of the board of education. Today is Wednesday, June 17th. Please stand for the pledge. I aliance 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. >> I'll commence the reading of the mission statement. We are committed to academic achievement and success for all students in a safe environment in partnership with families in our community. Our mission is to promote confidence, inspire a passion for learning, and to prepare our students to become responsible global citizens. >> Motion to approve the revised agenda. >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in
002favor? I >> motion so carries. >> Uh presentation of the middle school yearbook to the board of education by Laura Kieran, Danielle Roman, and the um uh Karen uh sorry, Carrie Sinkaro. Good evening everyone. My name is Laura Kieran and I'm one of the middle school yearbook adviserss. Joining me this evening and passing out books is my co-advisor Danielle Roman. We are proud to present this year's middle school yearbook, a project that captures the memories, accomplishments, and experiences of middle schoolers Throughout the year, students worked on collecting photographs, creating page layouts, and preserving moments that made this school year memorable. We are incredibly proud of the final product and are grateful for the opportunity to provide students with a lasting keepsake of their middle school experience. We would especially like to recognize Alex Lopez. a
003talented seventh grade student who designed and handdrew this year's cover artwork. Alex's creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to the project resulted in a unique cover that re reflects the spirit of our middle school. At this time, I'd like to introduce Alex Lopez to share a few words about his experience designing the yearbook cover and the inspiration behind his artwork. Thank you. >> Good evening. I'm Alex Lopez. I'm this middle school seventh grader who designed the middle school yearbook cover. I would like to thanks Miss Woman for the idea of drawing the yearbook cover. I could tell she was impressed of the joints that I sold her back in February 2025, especially the ones with with my joints that include school buses. In summary, I'm happy and honored to make the yearbook cover. Thank you.
004Thank you, Alex. We'll be looking for your art installation at MoMA in the future. Um, I am now going to invite um Rachel Rosario and Carrie Stankeron back to the stage to present the high school yearbook. Good evening, members of the board of education, central office, administrators, teachers, families, and fellow students. I have a strange feeling we might know each other. My name is Zoe. On behalf of the yearbook club, thank you for giving us the opportunity to present this year's yearbook. This year's theme, step into spotlight, celebrates the idea that every students has their own moment to shine. Throughout the year, students have demonstrated their talents, achieved their goals, supported one another, and contributed to the school in many ways. Our theme highlights the mo those moments and recognizes the people who make our
005school a special place. The yearbook is much more than a collection of photos and names. It captures the spirit of our school community, friendships, events, traditions, and everyday moments that make this year unforgettable. Every page tells a story, and together those stories create a lasting record of our school year. Hi everyone, my name is Alexandra. Joining the yearbook club this year for the first time was really exciting for me as I heard from other members in the club on how it is just that fun. From the very first meeting, I was welcomed and it was amazing experience for me. Not being in the yearbook before, it really showed me how much hard work and dedication is put into the book itself. Over the last year, I gained so many skills from layout designs, photography, and
006communications. It also taught me how to manage my time, problem solve when things didn't go right, and understand the value of teamwork. Joining the yearbook club has been one of the best and rewarding experiences of my high school career. Thank you very much. >> Hi guys, I'm an the co- treasurer of the yearbook. Creating this yearbook has been an incredible experience. Throughout the years, our members worked hard to attend events, take photos, conduct interviews, write captions, and design the layout. Of course, with such an huge project comes lots of responsibilities. We have learned that the yearbook deadlines have a special way of appearing much sooner than expected. Somehow, when we have plenty of time, it would magically turn into the deadlines tomorrow. times than we would like to admit it. There are definitely stressful moments,
007late edits, corrections, and the scrambling of finding that one missing photo. But looking back now, those moments are what makes the yearbook club real. What makes the work easier was the people. Over the course of the year, we have built strong friendships and a real sense of teamwork. Whether we are working on the pages for school, covering events, or solving problems together, we develop a bond that made the yearbook club feel like family. Hi, I'm Arisha, also co- treasurer. Yearbook club has allowed us to be present for so many moments from school events, clubs, sport games, and gatherings. We have the unique opportunity to witness and document these memories as they're being made. As seniors, we can confidently say that yearbook club has been one of the most meaningful experiences in our high school careers.
008It taught us responsibility, teamwork, creativity, communication, and the importance of preserving memories. Together, we are proud to to present a yearbook that not only reflects our Hollywood spotlight theme, but also the incredible students, staff, and community who make our school shine every day. Lastly, before we conclude, we would like to give a special thank you to our yearbook adviserss, Miss Rosario and Mrs. Stancro. Their guidance and patience helped us make this yearbook possible. They always encourage us, help us navigate through challenges, and managed to keep us on track. They made the yearbook club feel like a place where you can be yourself, and we are very grateful for that. We are very thankful for the time and dedication they put into helping us create a yearbook that our school community can be proud of. Thank
009you. I'd like now I would now like to introduce Dr. Hassler to the podium to present the National Merit Scholarships and then he will present the New York 250th commensuration commission semiquentennial citizenship award. That wasn't a mouthful. Welcome Dr. Hassler. Thank you. In November of 2025, last November, the board of education recognized three of our graduates that were National Merit Scholarship commended students. Those students were in the top 2% of the 1.3 million students that were considered for National Merit Scholarships. Students are automatically entered into consideration for a National Merit Scholarship when they take the PSAT, typically in October of their junior year. Tonight, I'm proud to recognize our National Merit Scholarship winner. That initial 1.3 million student group is narrowed down to about 15,000 finalists and only about 2,500 students and winners are chosen
010out of that group and they represent the top. 2% of the original 1.3 million group. The National Merit Scholarship winners are finalists in each state that have been judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. I'm proud to recognize and congratulate Prasad Saha. The next award, the New York State 250th commemoration commission. They established the quincentennial citizenship award, the semiquincentennial citizenship award in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Each school district was invited to recognize a graduating senior whose vision, dedication, and contributions have shaped our shared history and will continue to light the path forward for many years to come. The graduating senior that we nominated for this honor participated in several NE noteworthy civic-minded experiences, including participating in New
011York State Senator Scufus' Youth Advisory Council in her freshman year, being appointed by US Senator Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to participate in the US Senate Page Program in the fall of 2024. She returned to the New York State Senator Scoop's office in April of 2025 as a communications intern and was promoted to district associate in December of 2025. More specifically, she was closely she worked closely with the senator in developing a bill focused on student absenteeism. She's also active in student life in Monor Woodbury, having participated in the following clubs and activities. She was the treasurer of youth and government. She was a treasurer of mock trial. She was a lead mentor. She was on the student engagement committee. She was a national merit. She was a member of the national honor society, the mu
012alphatheta honor society and the French honor society. She's graduating this June, ranked sixth in her class. She will be attending George Washington University next year to study political science and public health. She will receive an official recognition letter from the New York State 250th commemoration commission, a commemorative certificate, and a hardcover commemorative edition of the US Constitution and other founding documents. It is my distinct honor and privilege to represent Monroe Berry's semiquincential citizenship award, Noah Snyder. Get your picture. Thank you very much. Next, I'd like to intro introduce uh Kelly Sierra, who will recognize the validictorian and Saladictorian in Principal Jason Mcroyy's absence. Hi, good evening everyone. Um, unfortunately Mr. McGowy cannot be here with us this evening. He is attending the um, Orange Oster Bosey's career and technical education recognition ceremony this evening. So
013on behalf of Mr. Melroy and the Monroe Woodbury High School admin team and school. It is my honor to introduce the Monro Woodbury High School class of 2026 saludiatoran and validictorian. These outstanding students have distinguished themselves through their academic excellence, leadership, involvement, and commitment both inside and outside the classroom. Throughout their high school careers, they have consistently demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and a tireless work ethic, giving their very best in everything they do. First, I'd like to introduce our Mundbury High School class of 2026 saludiatoran, Luca Johnson. As Luca makes his way to the stage, I'm going to start talking about all his wonderful accomplishments. So, Luca will be attending Bingmpington University this fall where he plans to major in applied physics with a minor in philosophy. During his time at Monro Woodbury, Luca has distinguished
014himself both academically and artistically while balancing an impressive list of extra extracurricular commitments. Luca has been a dedicated member of varsity cross country and track and fields while also serving as president of the French honor society and communications officer for the Monro Woodbury SAT essential prep. He has demonstrated remarkable talent and leadership as bass section leader for voice ensemble as in chamber orchestra and a member of the drama club pit orchestra. His accomplishments include membership in Tri Mun Music Honor Society and Muafa Theta Honor Society along with recognition through all county honors in voice, vocal, jazz, and cello. Luca has also been selected for NISMA area all state in both voice and cello and named as an alternate for the NISMA allstate conference vocal jazz bass and cello ensembles. Additionally, Luca has earned AP Scholar
015with honor recognition and has been a recipient of our MU music boosters scholarship. Please join me in congratulating Monroe Woodward High School Saludiatoran Luca Johnson. And now allow me to introduce our class of 2026 Monro Woodbury High School validatoran Prasad Saha Prasad will be attending Stonyie Brook University this fall where he plans to study computer science. Throughout his time at Monroe Woodbury, Prasad has established himself as a leader, scholar, and musician while balancing a rigorous academic and extracurricular schedule. Prasad has served as vice president of FBLA, president of Mu Alphatheta Honor Society, captain of the math team, and section leader of both drum line and wind ensemble percussion. His dedication and talent have earned him numerous accolades including recognition as a national merit scholar, AP scholar with distinction and NISMA all-state percussionist. Prasad is also
016a twotime FBLA state champion in coding and programming, demonstrating both his technical ability and commitment to excellence. Please join me in congratulating Monroe Woodbury High School class of 2026 valictorian Prasad Saha. Um, I'd also like to now introduce um Karen Jordan to present the certificates for the OU Boseis Margarite A. Flood High School Outstanding Students Awards. Good evening. Unfortunately, both of our outstanding students are unable to be here today as tonight is the CEK graduation from OU Boseies. Both of our students has shown extreme resilience while maintaining extreme academic growth. Olivia Sanford participated in the CEK welding program and will pre be pursuing welding postgraduation. Jade Casey participated in the CEK film program earning a region's diploma with a CDOS standard and will be pursuing a degree in digital film making. She will be attending
017Ramapo College in the fall. Thank you. Next, I'd like to introduce Kim Dersio to come to the podium to present the certificates for the 2026 Special Olympics Elementary students. Good evening. It is my great pleasure to introduce our 2026 elementary special Olympians. Jaden Bokei, Liam Rule, Bobby Bedu, Noel Quavas, Castillo, Andre Fuentes Ramirez, Isaac Lopez, Adam Torres, Tyler Zia and our three fifth graders. Moving on to the middle school team, Lucas Penna, Ethan Roy, and Logan Mihan retiring. We're honoring her with That was just >> No, sorry. I would now like to invite Kristen Miranda to present the middle school students and then she will ask Faith to come up to present the high school students. So, Good evening. It is truly an honor to be here tonight to recognize our Special Olympic athletes. They
018are a group of individuals who exemplify what it means to be strong, determined, and truly inspirational. Thank you to the board of education, superintendent Dr. Norman, and the middle school administration for your support of our students and our Special Olympics program. Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible support system of our parents, their families, our student volunteers, our coaches, Stephanie Vanettin, Mallerie Greenberg, and Veronica Col. Thank you, Christine McGawan, Jennifer Hicks, Jen Stevenson, Wendy Cra, and Donna. You are all an integral part of our team success. Your love, guidance, and positive energy make all the difference. This is a big undertaking and it is 100% team effort. Our team trained for 14 weeks to prepare for the competition at West Point. They dedicated themselves to sharpening their skills, improving their times,
019cheering each other on, laughing, and having a great time. On April 26, our courageous team of 11 outstanding athletes competed at West Point in five different events. They are the 50 meter run, the 100 meter run, running long jump, standing long jump, and the turbo javelin. Along with an enormous feeling of pride, the middle school team was awarded with six gold medals, eight silver medals, eight bronze medals, and nine ribbons. That feeling of pride and happiness is why we are truly grateful to be a team. Athletes, when I call your name, please come up to the stage. Our first athlete couldn't make it tonight, but he is JL Gomez Aso, Brian Aguilar, William Andrew Andrin who could not make it tonight. Jason Candelerio, Lewis Candelario, our very mighty and gentle team captain, Taan Dixon, Christian
020Harville, who couldn't make it tonight, and Lil Anibo Hilario Carlos Carlos Erbina Melendez could not make it tonight. Noah Oriana, Emmanuel Sabat, and our brave female to be practicing with all these guys, Tanvir Singh. Congratulations athletes. Our high school coach, Faith Hipsman, please come to the stage to present your high school with their awards. Good evening. I have so many to thank such as Dunkin Donuts, Bagel World, The Cozy Cafe, Mrs. pain for her hats and string bands, string bags, excuse me, and all the parents support. I also have to thank our superintendent, our high school administrators and faculty that attended. We all love seeing you there. One special thank you to our high school faculty for sending us off the day before with a clap out. It was so wonderful for the athletes and
021the adults. We got so excited. And a big thank you to our high school administrators for a congratulatory breakfast and announcing the athletes names before the morning's announcements. I would also like to thank my coaches and I would like them to stand and be recognized because without them that day would be impossible. Antonet Feliz, please stand. Colleen Grimes and Erica Larissy could not attend tonight. I would also like to thank the teacher aids for all their help and for keeping the athletes on task with my coaches and all the teachers aims. Our team was so successful throughout our practice season and competition. Each athlete cheered and encouraged each other. and I am so proud of our team's effort, sportsmanship, and heart. I am proud to announce our high school Olympic athletes. I will say our
022athletes have improved so much that they now are competing at a higher level at West Point. And we do have some seniors here tonight, which I'm sad to say they're leaving, but okay, here I'll go. First athlete is Salard. he could not be here tonight. Uh our next athlete, Jaden, he's a senior. He will be leaving us this year. He's so reliable, friendly, and a hard worker. He always does his best. Jaden will be attending Mount St. Mary in the fall. Congratulations. Danny Tatillo could not be here tonight. Elijah Dion could not be here tonight. But we have our team captain, Jory. Jordie Florian. Christian Medina could not be here tonight, nor could Jaden Houston. And our next athlete is a senior who will be leaving us this year. Disha always cheers for all her
023teammates. She's a ray of sunshine. Disha Patel. It's a ray of sunshine. Keep going, sweetheart. Okay, we have another senior here, Brian. Brian Payne will be leaving us this year. We love his laugh, his enthusiasm, and especially his jokes. He's a great friend and always nice to everyone. We're going to miss you, Brian. Isabella Pellington couldn't be here tonight. Logan Whitfield, come on up. Keep going. Keep going. Isabella Zenberry. Our next athlete is a senior, Kayla, who she will be leaving us also. She is always so helpful and competitive, and she always strives to do her best. When I first met her, she said, "I am not doing the running long jump." I said, "Fine, get your water. We're going down by the running long jump." And she almost jumps 2 meters. We would like
024to present these flowers to Miss Hipsman for all her years of hard work and dedication to the Special Olympics team. And now Christy Miranda will present for the Thunderbolts. Good evening again. Okay. Tonight, we would like to recognize two outstanding student athletes who represented our school as members of the Thunderbolt swim team this season. Alexis Ritker and Amelio Perez had a successful swimming season and demonstrated commitment, perseverance, and sportmanship throughout the year. Their hard work and positive representation of the Thunderbolts as well as Monro Woodbury made us proud. Their coaches Stacy and Jason had a few words to say about them. Lexi, it is our gold medal honor to congratulate one of Monro Woodberry's top 26 students. Lexi is one of the hardest workers we know, proving herself academically and on our pool deck. Over
025her high school career, she swam on multiple teams and always gave her all. Lexi is a leader on the pool deck as a swimmer and a lifeguard. Water safety is top of mind. She is not with us tonight because she is a lifeguard at the YMCA and is a dedicated worker as well. Recently, Lexi competed regionally at Maris College and West Point, earning eight gold medals. She is an endurance swimmer competing in the 100, 200, and 500 meter races. Additionally, her medal relay team also earned gold medals at West Point and at Special Olympics games in Udica two weeks ago. Lexi plays gold for her third personal races. She uses her leadership at team trainings to offer advice and help make the other teammates with their improvements. Lexi is an inspiration. In her spare time,
026she sews and sells products through her Etsy store. I'm going to look that up. We look forward to following her path as she graduates and pursues her interest. Keep making waves, Lexi. Accepting accepting Alexis's award on her behalf is Eric Orzel. Eric swims on her relay team. He also took three gold medals and won fourth place ribbon at states in Udica two weeks ago and swam side by side with Lexi for many years. Eric Now, some words from the coaches for Amelio. Almelio is a freshman at Monro Woodbury High School and has loved being in the water since he was six months old. Swimming has become one of his passions. Alio joined New York State Special Olympics Thunderbolt swim in 2019. It has been exciting to watch his skills and confidence grow over the years.
027He swims with enthusiasm, takes advice from coaches, and has grown to be a regional competitor, earning medals and ribbons at Maris College and racing at spring games at West Point. He is always willing to step in and help his team when needed, bringing determination and positive attitudes at practice and meets. At this time he races the 25 and 50 meter freestyle and backstroke and he is very fast. This summer he will start working on breaststroke and butterfly. Alio has long arms just perfect for those more challenging strokes. Alio enjoys challenging himself to improve and celebrates each new personal accomplishment. We are very proud of the effort he puts into swimming and look forward to seeing where his dedication takes him next. Keep making waves. Amelio, please come up. Another hearty congratulations to all of our
028special Olympians and Thunderbolt. And I I'll now like to welcome to the podium Joanne McCannernney to present the Odyssey of the Mind Awards. Good evening. Um, Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem solving program that engages students in learning by allowing them to gain their knowledge and ideas to come to life in an exciting, productive environment. Believe me, it is exciting. Participants build self-confidence, develop life skills, create new friendships, and are able to recognize and explore their true creative potential. I am thrilled to say that Monroe Woodbury has been a part of Odyssey for 47 years. This past February, our middle school team placed first in the region and moved on to the state finals in Syracuse. Coach Rivera and I Coach Raa and I could not be more proud. These are a
029great group of kids. So, as you come up, please remain on stage to take a photo with the team, uh, Victoria Cotmill, Jonathan Diamo, Alexi Elliso, Anthony Espel, Isabella Gonzalez, Riley Laflur, and Jaden Rivera. Congratulations. And we're just gonna take a quick minute to allow our Special Olympians time to exit the auditorium. Next up, I'd like to welcome to the podium Jason Chapman Chaplain um to present the NISMA recipient awards. All right, really quickly, if you're here for your award, just line right up over here. There's a bunch of you. We'll make it quicker. Um, good evening everyone. My name is Jason Champlan. I'm district music coordinator. And thank you to the board of education as well as the cabinet for inviting me tonight to tonight's very special meeting and for helping me recognize many
030of our outstanding students and teachers on their achievements at NISMA festivals this year. Let's begin by recognizing our music ensembles that performed at the New York State Music Association or NISMA's major organization festival. major organization or called majors is one of the most important and high stakes events of the school year for our music department. Teachers prepare their ensembles to the highest level on three NISMA approved musical selections. Two New York State certified adjudicators evaluate every aspect of their performance from professionalism professionalism and poise to music musical phrasing and intonation. If you are present, would your director of the following ensembles please make your way to the stage when your name is called? We have our middle school chamber chorus under the direction of Mr. Brian Clark going level three, receiving gold with distinction. Mr.
031Clark is at a prior engagement tonight, but we'll accept his award on his behalf. Our middle school symphonic band under the direction of Mr. Adam Confory, level three, receiving gold. Mr. Confori also directed our middle school concert band level two receiving a gold with distinction. Our middle school symphonia orchestra under the direction of Mr. Peter Giorgio going level three receiving gold with distinction. And our middle school wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Christopher Torski going level four receiving gold with distinction. Congratulations to to all of these teachers and their ensembles. And now on to some of our amazing students. The NISMA Solo Festival is perhaps the most important event for the individual musician. Students spend months preparing a solo as well as mastering a series of scales, rudiments, or arpeggios, as well as a
032site reading excerpt. NISMA solos range from the difficulty from level one or elementary through level six professional. I am thrilled to announce the MW students performed on a level six and scored an A+ or 97 out of 100 points or higher. Please help me welcome to the stage the following students who I I will call up alphabetically. Julian Burck performing a soprano solo. Nathan Chan on piano. Kaylee Chang on clarinet. Carter Greenberg on cello. Logan Hong on mallets. Kevin Jyn on violin. Jocelyn Carl on flute. Kyle Kawada on violin. Xan Raman on piano. Lily Sepher on trumpet. Tay Shaw on violet viola and Yen Kang Yi on piano. That's nice. The next group of students who I would like to recognize is those who performed an allstate solo which is the most difficult of adjudications
033you can do. These students are eligible to perform one of these solos in grades 10 and 11, which they are then eligible to be selected into the NISMA All State Honors Ensembles. Please join me in congratulating William Callahan on double bass, Lindseay Castana on soprano one solo, Nathan Chan on Mallet, Julia Dory on soprano one, Owen Edwards on tuba, Timothy Gi on bass one. Kaia Glander on soprano 2. Ethan Gordon on bass one. Susan Giang on flute. Micah Joseph on flute. Mia Kawada on cello. River Luz on snare drum. Ian Mayor on clarinet. Max Mayor on viola. Zoe Milza on alto 2. Jedaliah Minkowitz on violin. Ava Müller on violin. Sophia Neerberger on both violin and alto 2. Cole O'Reilly on soprano 1. Gabriella Pigeon on soprano 2, Claudell Pierre Pol on bass, Jenna Ran
034on alto one and clarinet. Eugene Sun on violin, Emma Truhan on soprano, and Clara Witrock on soprano. Congratulations to all these wonderful students and their fantastic achievements. Monro Woodbury continues to shine at NISSMA and festivals elsewhere. The success of the department begins with the foundational skills taught by our general music staff as early as kindergarten and continues right through high school. This is why Michael Woodbury community has receive has been recognized by the NM Foundation for its outstanding support of music education receiving for the 15th consecutive year a best community for music education recognition. This year is a milestone year making marking the district's 20th year receiving this award putting it us in a small category of school districts who have done so. I would like to present this award to Dr. Norman on behalf
035of the music department. Congratulations to the entire music department, the district and the community. Thank you. And I'd like to welcome back to the podium Dr. Hassler to present the seal of biiteracy and then he will present the seal of civic readiness. Thank you. The New York State Seal of Biiteracy recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English. The seal acknowledges the importance of being bilingual in today's global society. It highlights the hard work and achievement of students and encourages students to pursue language study while in school. The recognition of attaining biiteracy becomes part of the high school transcript and diploma for these students and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college
036admission. We are proud to have 44 graduates achieve the seal in one language, five graduates achieving the seal in two world languages and I believe for the first time in Monroberry history, one student achieving the seal of biiteracy in three different languages. Yeah, it's awesome. These students have demonstrated proficiency not only in English but in Spanish, French and Italian which are offered in the high school as well as Polish, Punjabi, Serbian and Portuguese. Each student will receive a certificate as well as a medallion from the state education department to be worn at graduation. Unfortunately, the medallions haven't arrived yet from the state education department, but they will be distributed at graduation practice next week. But you will get your certificate this evening. Please join me in congratulating the following students. Sama Abu Shaheen Jose Alvarado
037Amaya in three languages. Kristoff Baluana Matusak, Aaron Barbanel, Deanna Bazison, Isabella Burleski, Congrats, Victoria Campbell, Diana Castillo Lopez, Julio Chavez, John Lucco Chaffy, Lennon Creo, Chambarazzo, Mia Cetto, Emma Ananasion, Juliana Feny, Diddier Flores, Mitzah, Alicia Fuentes, de George in two languages. Jasmine Fuentes Morales, Sophia Garcia in two languages. Prag Gill, Kiara Gomez, Gregory Grisar, Christina Guerrero, Gerard Haber, Erikson Hernandez Ramirez in two languages. Miguel Hernandez Sordo Olivia Hull, Kyle Mhof in two languages. Luca Jonich, Sophia Kilroy, Reese Ladderback, Anthony Leone, Anna Llewellyn, >> Brianna Magenon, Martinez, Hannah Mazargo, Elizabetha Rose Navaro, Kenia Nelasco Hernandez, Celeste Ogrady, Victor Accassio Ortiz, Jr. Pizza Ferd Tea Puya Oliver Raorte Learo Joanna Rivera Matteo Romano, Prasad Saha, Sunonny Stein, Valerie Tiveres, Daniela Vambuskapum, Gerson Vicente, Beten, Karen Veluarte, Another round of applause for our seal of bi student. Up
038next is our seal of civic readiness. New York State began offering the seal of civic readiness during the 2021-22 school year for school districts to recognize students possessing a high level of proficiency in civic knowledge and having demonstrated civic participation. Mono Woodbury is in our fourth year of offering the seal of civic readiness and we now have a large number of seniors graduating our most ever. The recognition of attaining the seal of civic readiness also becomes part of the high school transcript and diploma. To demonstrate proficiency in civic readiness and civic knowledge specifically, recipients must showcase high achievement on their social studies courses and assessments and to demonstrate civics participation. Students must complete a combination of projects, take courses that pro promote civic engagement or participate in extracurricular activities that promote civic participation. Students can
039begin acquiring points towards the seal of civic readiness in middle school. And I'm proud to announce that we have 67 recipients this year. 66 seniors and one junior. Yes. Additionally, we had four juniors last year achieve the seal, making this year's graduating class our largest with 70 students graduating with the seal of civic readiness, which is awesome. Students will receive a certificate for their accomplishment as well as a medal to wear at graduation. Please join me in congratulating Joanna Almanzar >> Austin Ba Olivia Berlinsky, Joseph Buchanan, Braden Burke, Victoria Campbell, Silana Catalano, Devin Charles, An Chen, Aaron Derek, Fallon Durkin, Eliza Encarnion, Andrew Feriko, Juliana Feny Dier Flores Ma Destiny Francis Elizabeth Freriedman Jaden Gray, Gregory Gresar, Ariba Golan, Daniela Gunning, Cynthia Gutierrez, >> Gerard Haber, >> Miguel Hernandez, Sordo Gianna Hajj, >> Jacob Huang,
040Zoe Ira, Zed Kadir, Grace Kovalinski, Anna Cuchuk, >> Reese Larbach, Andrew Leang, Michael Lewango, John Manuso, Mave McPeek, Madison Melendez, Sophia Mitchellena JL Luchia Milano Chelsea Miller Jake Montto Virgin Lauren Mule Deanna Murphy, Kathleen O' Conor, >> Celeste O'Grady, Xavier Ortiz, Abalash Patel, Jillian Portoi, Sanja Raja, >> Sedarth Rangan William Reynolds, Amanda Richardson, Joanna Rivera, Alexandra Sagaria, >> Camila Santiago, Swathy, Satia, Morphy, Sean Sicher, Leah Shearan, Kayn Simon, Noah Snider, Ashley Tiveres, Valerie Tver, Kaziah Tilman, Melanie Vidal, Karen Villa, Hannah Vogle, Leah Wood, and Yimi Zang. One more round of applause for our sealless leader friend students. Thank you. It's pretty late. Okay. Anyone around here? >> Congratulations. Maybe we should ask them to clear out because they're kind of dallying there. >> We'll give it one more minute for our audience members who are
041leaving to leave the auditorium and then we will continue with tonight's board meeting. Beautiful. Each year, the board of education selects three outstanding students, student artists to receive the art port purchase award. This year's recipients are Daniellea Gunning for Not Really Abstract, Alexandra McConnell for ballet, and Madison Schwarmmer for The Candle. Their artwork will be displayed in our school buildings for staff, students, and visitors to enjoy. Congratulations to these talented artist on this welldeserved recognition. The board of education recognizes or encourages district residents to publicly participate at its meetings and recognizes its responsibility to hear public comments by district residents. No speaker will be permitted to speak longer than four minutes and comments should relate to school matters. I'd like to welcome Greg Susman. Okay. Uh, Kada Sesman, Noah Cesman. Okay, I guess our speakers
042are not here. We will go on to the next agenda item. Motion to approve the minutes of the June 3rd, 2026 meeting. >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> Motion so carries. Be it resolved, the board of education and the Monroe Woodbury Central School District hereby approves a certain wage and benefit agreement dated June 12th, 2026 between the Monroe Woodbury Central School District and Dr. Tracy Norman, Superintendent of Schools, and be it further resolved that the board of education having reviewed and approved a certain wage and benefit agreement between the Monroe Woodbury Central School District and Dr. Tracy Norman, superintendent of schools, and herein authorizes the president of the board to execute set amendment on behalf of the board. Is there a motion for approval of the resolution of the TN contract? >>
043Motion. >> Is there a second? >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Motion so carries. Be it resolved that the board of education and the Monroe Woodbury Central School District herein approve a certain first amendment to the wage and benefit agreement dated June 17, 2026 between the Monroe Woodbury Central School District and Christopher Berger, assistant superintendent of human resources. And be it further resolved that the board of education having reviewed and approved the first amendment to the wage and benefit agreement between the Monroe Woodbury Central School District and Christopher Burgerer assistant superintendent for human resources and hearing authorizes the president of the board to execute set agreement on behalf of the board. Is there an u a motion for approval of the resolution of the CB contract? >> I'd like to make a
044modified motion to approve 11.2 through 11.6. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> Motion so carries. Approval of 11.1.2 to 11.6. Reports by board of education and committee members. Uh, Trustee Serella. >> Thank you. Um, we had an audit committee meeting on Tuesday, June 9th at 5:00 pm at the Haramman Center. We had a meeting with external audit. It was at an external audit entrance conference with Scott Mulling. Uh that was a good meeting. He went over how the external audit would be um PFK O' Conor um how it would be handled going forward. We also had an internal audit review with Noraki Smith. Uh there were two gentlemen from the firm there and we went over the PPS special education internal uh review, extra classroom activities and clubs and governance and planning.
045two of those uh audits were put on the agenda for today. The governance and planning, there were still two open items. Um so that will come up in July at the next meeting. So this is my last report. There are no more audit committee meetings set for this year. The new audit chair will uh will work with the committee to schedule the meetings with the finance department in the future. And I thank the uh administrators for all of their support as um we work through this. I've been on the audit committee for all six years and I found it um useful and informative and a really great pleasure to work with Michael Buffamonte and Patrick Cahill. Um they've been consumate professionals and keep us up to date on everything and audit exceptions are addressed timely
046and appropriately. So thank you. Thank you for your dedicated years of board service as well. Trustee Seriela uh policy committee vice president Donahghue. >> Good evening. We are updating board norms board of education norms and creating board of education bylaws to ensure unformed governance in future board of education. We do not have a date for our next meeting as of yet, but I anticipate that we will have one shortly and the date will be posted on the district website. >> Thank you. Um Trustee um Reynolds is not here for visitation and capital projects. Um Mr. Cahill, can you give the update if there is? >> Yeah, sure. Uh so phase one of the capital project work is complete. certificates of substantial completion prepared by CPL, our architectural firm, is they're ready. Um, the EDC center
047work and the fire restoration is also complete. So, we intend to move back there uh beginning on uh June 26th uh into the following week. Phase two work has commenced uh and that included the tennis courts, softball field lighting, lighting for the tennis courts, uh some work at Pine Tree, the the repointing, the fire alarm work, uh and the roof work and HVAC work uh will mostly occur this summer. Uh the concession building was part of phase three and that will also begin this summer uh with the bid awards to the the bid awards contracts on the agenda for this evening. Um and then the balance of the phase three work as I've said will be summer of 2027 be extremely busy summer for us. Um you know the other capital related item was um
048the large rather large drainage pipe repair that runs behind from the high school behind the bleachers. I had sent an email to the board about that. We're going to move ahead with that repair, which is good because, you know, we must do that. That's uh endangering other facilities uh uh on our athletic complex. So, um may necessitate I think it will um a one item board meeting on or about June 29th. I'm going to email the board with some additional details for that. So, that's everything. >> Thank you, Mr. Cahill. Um Oxa held it its um orientation for new board members. Uh so we look forward to welcoming our new trustees as our two trustees department. Report by student representative of the board of education, Miss. >> Good evening and happy Wednesday. Um today's report
049is sadly my last report of the 2025 2026 school year. It's been a great journey and thank you to everyone who has supported me up to this point. I didn't many visitations since June 3rd and I instead decided to focus on talking and taking input from as many high schoolers as I could. Um I do not have an exact number of amount of high schoolers I've talked to since everything was verbal and the questions I had about their high school experience was brought up in casual conversation. So it didn't feel like I was interrogating or interviewing anyone. I wrote down anything significant on what stood out which I'm here to share with you all today. All right. Firstly, a lot of students really resonated with all the activities that the school offers with many saying
050that they enjoy how there are so many things to do after school, whether it's a sport or club, which is a great thing because I fully believe that there is something for every student to do at the high school that they would fit into perfectly. Um, going along with after school activities, a couple students did complain about the after school busing with there only being a 5:00 pm bus on Mondays and no buses at all on Fridays. Um, a lot of students don't really understand why the school why the after school busing is different between those two specific days. While on Tuesday through Thursday, there are both a 400 pm bus and a 500 pm bus. It limits some students abilities to do certain activities like sports, which meet after school Monday through Friday. Um,
051a couple of students express how they don't feel ready for life outside of high school, whether they are going to college or not, because they believe the classes they are taking do not correlate with any type of adult. I personally believe that this dilemma can be very easily solved because the high school does in fact offer a lot of elective classes teaching students topic that they will use as adults especially in the business and facts family consumer sciences departments. I believe that if there is better promotion and marketing towards these courses for students more people would take these courses and feel more prepared for what their future entails. This is sadly have the time to work towards because I'm graduating in like about a week. But this is something I will bring up to index
052board of ed student rep for next year and have them start up. Many students love the security that is in the high school with one student notably saying there's enough security and protocols to make you feel safe inside the building but not too much to make you feel uncomfortable. Spirit week was mentioned a lot when I asked student what their favorite part about their school year was. All in all, I think having more events to do more so in the second semester rather than the first semester would be a great way to try and keep up morale during the cooler and usually more melonic months. For a while now, transfer students coming into the district has been a topic I want to look into with making sure that they feel part of the district and
053school to community because it's already hard enough moving and on top of that trying to make friends halfway through your school year is really tough. I've been talking about a space for transfer students like we have lead mentors which is a club in the high school where juniors and seniors are paired up with a group of freshmen for a whole school year to access mentors and give them a helping hand whenever needed. This is something that I also wasn't able to launch because idea this idea didn't come to me about a month or two ago but something I would hope to see launched sometime in the 2026 2027 school year. The next topic is mainly something that freshman and some sophomores have brought up to me which creating a relationship with their guidance counselors. Many
054of them were told when coming to the high school to make sure to create a positive relationship with their guidance counselor as advice, but they don't exactly have any problems or questions to bring up to your guidance counselor. So, they don't know how to create that relationship unless it's like a meeting for whatever reason they need that meeting for. Guidance counselors are always there for the students when they need help with anything, but I've been told besides giving help, they don't really your guidance counselors, which stops them from creating that close relationship they've been advised on doing. So, and the last topic I want to bring up today is student leadership. The high school just finished running and holding elections for class government and student council. Many students have told me they believe our student
055leadership should be have the ability to do more things and to be able to express more concerns to staff and administration. Also, in terms of running, there should also be a little more restrictions to make sure that student leaders are actually being leaders instead of just taking that position doing all the fun activities that comes along with it and then kicking their feet up and doing nothing else with the position all year. Adding more restrictions at the start of the running instead of getting a certain number of signatures from students would go a long way. Even possibly a consequence of making a student step down if they aren't meeting their leadership experience would also help with this. Those are most of the key topics that I've talked to high school students about um in this
056month, but a couple of them could also be applied to middle school students. Okay, this is my last report. Thank you so much for this amazing school year. Thank you to the board of education and also central office for taking my reports into consideration and making changes with any concerns that students have. Thank you to building administrators for inviting me over to your schools and having me meet with all your students. Thank you to many of my teachers for for first of all teaching me and for also helping me develop confidence to even apply for this position because fresh and near me would never believe where I am right now and I've been doing this the whole the whole entire school year. Thank you to Mr. Dana Christensky, Sabrina, the A team and our custodial
057staff for always helping us set up and clean up these meetings. Also, thank you for the students for trusting me enough to give me your input, for being honest with your concerns. Lastly, a massive thank you to Mrs. Carol Spentley for always being there for me when I need help, whether I was confused. Thank you for checking all my reports and all for random emails I would send you not knowing about anything. Congrats to the new board of education student representatives for next school year. I know that they will do a fantastic job. I'm also not going to leave them empty-handed for next year. I will contact them through a summer and make sure that they have a ground to start with and know what this position entails. Thank you and have a great summer
058everyone. >> Thank you as always for the very thorough and thoughtful um readout, Zoe. Back to the agenda. Uh a motion to approve personnel items 14.1 to 14.28. >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> Motion so carries. Motion to approve business and financial items 15.1 to 15.8. >> Motion. >> Is there a second? >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Motion so carries. Motion to approve committees on special education and preschool educations items 16.1 to 16.5. >> Motion. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Motion so carries. Reports by the board and central office. Let's see today where we're gonna start, >> Mr. Cahill. >> Okay. Um, so I'd just like to extend my congratulations to all our award winners uh this evening, both tonight and our last meeting.
059Uh, and from our last meeting, I'd like to extend my congratulations to the newly tenured staff and our retiring employees. And under donations at our last meeting, um I'd like to thank the Girl Scout troop 599 of Monroe for their donation of a picnic table to North Main Elementary School. Uh thank Mr. Jim Banville for his donation of a baritone horn to the high school and Joseph and Elsa D. Martini for their donation to the D. Martini scholarship. Um I'd also like to offer a special thank you to Mr. Serell, Dr. Kifman for their service on the board. uh and to the Monro Woodbury community. Uh it's been a privilege to work alongside you and I wish you all the best in the future. Um Zoe, thank you for your service uh on the board.
060You've done an outstanding job in a challenging position and I wish you all the best in the year ahead. With that, I hope you have a nice evening. Thank you. >> Thank you, Dr. Morales. >> Good evening. Um, I would like to thank the middle school and the high school yearbook committees for capturing the year so beautifully. Um, one of the students said it perfectly that they were able to take our everyday moments and transform them into a lasting collection of memories. They did an excellent job. I'd like to thank our administrators and PTAs for all that goes into our end of year celebrations from field days to moving up ceremonies to fifth grade picnics. It's a tremendous amount of work with a lot of collaboration. So, thank you. I'd like to just set a
061reminder for interested families to register for summer enrichment. Uh, echoing Mr. Cahill, thank you to Mr. Sriello, Mr. Kman, and Zoe for all of your efforts. And as we celebrate our students and their remarkable accomplishments tonight, you can't help but be filled with pride. And while tonight was definitely about celebrating our students, behind every one of our students is a team of dedicated educators. So, I don't want to let the night go by without taking a moment to thank our teachers and staff. It's with your support and devotion that makes nights like tonight possible. Your efforts are what help these students represent our district in the best way possible. So, thank you. >> Have a good night. Thank you, >> Dr. Vas. >> Congratulations to all the award recipients. Um, and that with the year
062school school year ending there are many activities around uh happening. It's a vibrant time also it's a final time for some students as well. Um thank you Zoe for your always informative reports even though it gives us some more work but it gives us a really good excitement of what does it mean to us. So appreciate all your efforts and and support and Dr. Kifman and uh Mr. Yellow, thank you for your services um throughout the the six years uh to the school board. Uh and congratulations to all the students who will be walking in on the next Thursday. Good night. >> Thank you, Dr. Hassler. >> Thank you again. I agree with everybody. Congratulations. Best wishes to Dr. Query, Mr. Seriel, Zoe. We'll see you come back and run to be a regular member
063of the board of education. Um, one of the things you're going to hear next year is a theme of community engagement and continuing to get our families further engaged in in our district community. Um, and I would like to point out a great example of that. Uh if you go on our district website to our live stream link and look up the fifth grade concert on May 13th, the fifth graders did a version of Beirut Meida by Mark Anthony. It is awesome. The whole concert is awesome, but this in particular is awesome. And you talk about community engagement and the families involved in that performance. It was awesome. So, um you know, we we strive for that. if you want to look for an example. Um, and hopefully we're we're watching the weather for graduation
064next week. We at first it was looking like rain for the prom tomorrow night, but it's looking good. So hopefully we get through some good weather and get our graduation in and we get to celebrate our graduates. Thank you very much. >> Thank you, Mr. Burgerer. >> Good evening. I too want to congratulate all of the students that were honored here this evening. It's always great to see so many of them in the auditorium. Uh they are the reason that we are all here. So it's great to see them recognized this evening. I want to congratulate all of our new hires and appointees. I believe we had about 22 appointees on tonight's agenda. So uh congratulations. Um trying to look through this blinding light. I think that I see maybe two people out there tonight.
065So I did want to recognize them. And if I I'm you can call out if I if there's anybody else here if I'm if I can't see through the light. But uh I do want to congratulate and welcome to our Crusader family as a staff member in addition to a community member Priscilla Hermman who's going to be joining us as an ENL teacher for Sapphire. And also want to welcome and congratulate Kimberly Eel who's joining us as a district-wide special ed teacher. At our last meeting, we recognized a number of retirees um and there since the last meeting, we actually had two additional retirees that submit their their letter of resignation for their intent to retire and were approved tonight. So, I want to recognize Shelley Horwath and Terry Barnes and congratulate them and thank
066them for their years of service to our district. Uh, I too want to thank Zoe, Mr. Seriel, and Dr. Kifman for their service and dedication to our school community. Um, certainly can be a thankless job at times, I'm sure, and your your dedication and efforts do not go unnoticed. So, thank you very much. And lastly, I I too want to thank all of our teachers and our staff members for their efforts in making this a memorable year for our students. Um, we couldn't do it without you. So, uh, thank you for all your efforts throughout the year. Let's enjoy the last week and a half of school and have a wonderful summer. >> Thank you, Mr. Bolina. >> Uh, thank you to all the students receiving awards uh, tonight. It was great to see all
067of them coming out on stage. Um, thank you Zoe as well for your reports. Um, I wish you good luck on your next chapter. Um, and uh, actually a big thank you to Dr. Norman. I think um, it's I haven't known you as long as some of the other folks here, but I'm looking forward to continuing to get to know you more, and I thank you for the leadership you bring to the district. Thank you, >> Mrs. Officer. >> Good evening, ma'am. Congratulations to all our esteemed students awarded tonight. Thank you to our instructional staff who have supported them throughout the years, championing them to success in their respective disciplines. Zoe, I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. I know you will transition well in your next chapter. Thank you, Michael and
068Jeff, for your time and dedication to the school district. It was a pleasure working with you both. Lastly, thank you for my re-election to the board of education. I look forward to working with you all and serving this wonderful school district. Good night. >> Thank you, Dr. Koman. >> Uh standing there today, um I couldn't count the number of achievements uh that students had uh this past year. And it's very well deserved by the students. It's very welld deserved by the staff. It's very welld deserved by the cabinet, by the superintendent. And you guys are doing a phenomenal job with that. Serving on the board of education has been one of the most meaningful experiences in my life and I'm thankful for the friendships, partnerships, and shared commitments to our children's success that I have
069witnessed over the years. Though I'm stepping away from my role, I'll always remain a proud supporter of our school district and incredible work that's being done here today. Thank you guys. >> Thank you. >> Dr. Vas, >> good night. >> Trustee Sella, >> congratulations to all the award recipients. Um, congrat congratulations Sergey. Um, it's been great working with you. Um, as I move forward into a new season of my life and conclude my six years of service on the board of education, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve this community and the district which saw my two children grow and develop into responsible adults. Over the past six years, I've had the privilege of working alongside dedicated board members, administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and community members who
070share a common goal of providing the very best educational experience for our students. Serving as vice president for two years and president for two years was a great honor. Together, we faced challenges, celebrated success, made important decisions that will continue to shape the future of our district. While no board member accomplishes anything alone, I'm proud of what we achieved through collaboration, thoughtful discussion, and a steadfast commitment to our students. One accomplishment that stands out during my tenure as president was a successful search and hiring of a new district superintendent. Finding the right leader is one of the board, one of the school board's uh biggest jobs and it's a very important responsibility that's entrusted to us. I'm so pleased that our selection has proven to be a strong and capable leader. As Dr. Norman completes
071his second year with the district, I remain absolutely confident that his vision, leadership, and dedication will continue to move our district and students forward. I want to thank my fellow BOE members and past and present, not just who are here today. I also extend my sincere appreciation to our administrators, faculty, staff, students, and families for the work we accomplished together. Above all, I want to thank our heavenly father for his love and support and for putting me in this role to learn, grow, and support others. His loving and almighty hand is on everything in our lives. for with God all things are possible. May God bless each one of you and your families. Thank you and have a great evening. >> Thank you, Miss Zoe. >> Thank you all for all the kind words. I
072really appreciate it. Congrats to our award winners tonight. Um good luck to all my high school students taking regions exam and some of my middle school students. Congrats to the class of 2026 for graduating and for everyone moving up and have a great summer. Thank you, Vice President Donahue. >> Thank you to the high school for hosting us and to the custodian for always giving us a building that's amazingly beautiful. Um, congrats to all the award recipients this evening. I would like to mention that I attended the mock accident yesterday and the pine tree moving up ceremony and both were very well the mock accent was very informative and I I really hope that everybody took that to heart. Uh the moving up ceremony was beautiful. Welcome to new staff. Congratulations to our retirees. Um
073good luck to everyone taking regent exams this week. Uh thank you to Mr. and and Dr. Pman for your years of dedicated service to our district and all the good work that you've done. Um, congratulations, Zoe. It's been amazing. You amazing having you on the board with us. Your insert in insights have been exceptionally helpful. Um, you will be missed. Congratulations to all our graduates. Um, I hope everyone enjoys the prom tomorrow night and that it's a fun and safe evening and I'm looking forward to graduation next week and hoping for good weather. Have a good night. >> Thank you, Dr. Norman. >> Good evening everyone. So, a lot of powerful words have been spoken tonight and I certainly uh echo those sentiments and I will just update you by exception. I want to uh
074begin by just uh really letting the public know we had an amazing event at our middle school last week where we celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. U kudos to the teacher, the administration for putting that together. I'm happy to report that we have the most viewed social media post garnering more than 73,000 views. Um, you all should clap for that. And some of the comments um were very positive and these are the things that um that I think about you and I focus on when I reflect on our district. I want to recognize our outstanding student athletes and their coaches for an exceptional year. Football to baseball to cheerleading, track and field and beyond. They've represented Mro Woodberry with pride, talent, and sportsmanship, and they've been very successful, and they should
075certainly be acknowledged as we close out our year. Um, I can't say enough about our end of year activities, the moving up ceremonies, what we witnessed tonight. These are just great moments that that I think really represent and depict you, our community. as well. We've conducted interviews for our JRTC instructor position. Uh kudos to Dr. Hassler and his team for bringing us to this point and we're excited to launch this program in the upcoming school year. Thank you, sir, for your hard work with that. I also like to remind the public that the district is closed tomorrow, I'm sorry, Friday, June 19th for Junth. We've we've said a lot of amazing things about uh Zoe and I certainly echo that. I think you have a bright future and uh you've done a tremendous job of
076being the voice for for students. Thank you, Zoe. And finally, a message to our board of education students, families, and staff. just a collective thank you to our board trustees. Um I'm humbled tonight and not just by the words that you uh spoke of me but tonight you approved contracts for our MWTA uh our non-bargaining folks, our cabinet. You have shown great commitment and trust and those people are not here today and don't have the opportunity to say thank you. So on behalf you have a grateful school community. I sincerely thank you for your support and the trust that you've put in those people by voting and approving that you uh you've shown great commitment and and that's not to be understated. So thank you for that. To our students, thank you for working hard,
077representing our district well, and for sharing your smiles, creativity, and laughter. You are truly the heart of this district. Families, thank you for your partnership as we work together in support of our students. And to our amazing staff, thank you for all you've done this year to support our students and our schools. Thank you for your care, compassion, dedication, and service. As the school year comes to a close, I wish you a summer filled with joy, relaxation, and time with those who matter most. Make wonderful memories, take time to recharge, and most importantly, be healthy, and be happy. Thank you, and good night. >> Thank you. I'd like to mirror the sentiments um and congratulate all of the award recipients tonight and last meeting. Fantastic, phenomenal achievements. Um happy Caribbean American Heritage Month, happy Pride
078Month, and happy Junth. Um I'd also like to thank Dr. Kifman, Mr. Serielo, and Zoe for their dedication, time, thoughtfulness to the board. Um Mike, thank you for your mentorship, especially uh taking on this role so suddenly. Um having someone who has sat in the seat to give me guidance um has been invaluable. So thank you for that. Um Dr. Kifman, thank you for the honesty always. um whenever there is something that you feel you make sure that we all know it um uh in no uncertain terms and it is always with the mindset of what is best for the families and particularly the students and faculty of this district. Thank you. Uh Zoe, I just am so floored just how poised and professional that you are and how you have taken on this role.
079Your reports have always been very thorough, very thoughtful. Thank you for being the voice to the students that they trust you enough to give you the honest feedback and thank you for being honest with us. We can only improve the areas in which we need improvements if we know what they are. So, thank you for always bringing that honesty to the table. Uh you're leaving a legacy that is very, very hard to fill, but we look forward to seeing the person who succeeds you um do as well as you did. So, wishing you the best in your next endeavors. Um enjoy college and we look forward to hearing all the wonderful things that you do in the future. Um, congratulations to the class of 2026. Um, from our little kindergarteners all the way up to
080our high schoolers. Um, you are all going to do great things because you started with a great foundation. Monroe Woodbury is special. It is absolutely special. And you may not know it now, but when you go out into the quote unquote real world, you will see that you had so many phenomenal opportunities to catapult you into greatness. I am just looking forward to with baited breath all of the amazing stories that I'm going to hear about all of the fantastic things that you all do in the world. So, congratulations to the class of 2026. Um, I also want to take the time to say thank you to all the teachers, the faculty, safety staff, and everyone who works, touches, is a part of this district. We couldn't be the great school district that we are
081without each and every one of you. So sincerely, wholeheartedly on behalf of this board, thank you for everything that you pour into our students that you pour into this district because it couldn't be a top tier phenomenal district to offer the amazing things that we do and produce all the wonderful things that you see without your dedication. So thank you for sharing your skills, your time, your effort, and your love of this district with each and every student and each and every person in this district. So, thank you to our community. Thank you for approving our budget vote. You are investing in your children's futures and we appreciate you doing that. Finally, go Nicks. I know I would be remiss without saying that. It's something that I think we've all waited a very long time
082for and it is I'm still in that kind of speechless, oh my goodness, is this real? If I'm dreaming, do not wake me up. But if you're going to the parade tomorrow, be safe. Otherwise, have a wonderful, fantastic summer. We look forward to seeing you in September. And for those who are not seeing in September, please send us notes and let us know how you're doing. H great summer. And finally, happy Father's Day to all of the fathers in the district. Good night. Okay. Um motion to adjourn this meeting. >> Motion. >> Second. All in favor? >> I. >> Motion so carries. Have a good night.