001Powermatic table saw, a milling machine, a welder, an airator, uh soccer bowl frames, track hurdles, convertible carriers, and some micro rank water fuel. So, we need a motion to approve all of the amends listed in one through seven. >> Motion by Tracy. Second with that, Brad. >> Second by Brad. >> Are there any questions? >> Yeah, just a couple. >> Sure. >> So, nobody been on the track hurdles and hurdle carriers. So, what happens to those? >> Okay. And then what is a micro rainwater wheel? It's a the big wheel that we used to use and we had the all the dirt and everywhere. We could run that back and forth and it would it would spray water. It water the grounds to make it look green, you know. We did it out back. We
002did it on the old vets park. And then out here when we where the new admin edition is, we used to use it out there. We used to get grass back there. Big Yeah. It's just a big watering machine. Big water machine. >> Okay. yard. >> The turf now,00 >> the turf stays green. So doesn't have to do that anymore. >> We got a motion by Tracy, second by Brad. All in favor? >> I opposed. Abstain. Motion carried. Item eight is our personnel consent agenda. And item 8B is a we need a motion to approve uh 8A. >> Motion by Dale. >> Second by Tad. Are there any questions? All in favor? >> I opposed. Abstain. Motion carried. Do we have anybody to recognize or introduce >> that? We do. And I am going to
003ask Mrs. Bieber to have that up. Currently I will be speaking on the behalf of Barry but also on myself on Katie Merrill for a tenure as social studies teacher at Senica intermediate. Mrs. Merrill as is an alumni of our district. She has returned to her roots after teaching in another district for many years. She brings valuable experience and a deep commitment to our school community. Since joining our seventh grade team, she has consistently demonstrated excellence in her teaching practice. Her lesson are always well prepared and thoughtfully delivered. She creates a classroom environment that reflects high expectations for academic achievement in her school program. Beyond her expertise, she takes great care in teaching her students essential life skills outside of the classroom that they can use in the real world and also works and contributes
004to our athletics, specifically coaching across the country. Miss Carol exemplifies professionalism, passion for education, and a strong connection to our district. We are confident that she will continue to make a lasting and meaningful impact on our students and our school community. >> Also, I would also be recommending Alicia Ralph for tenure in her role as a teacher at Sedic Intermediate. She transitioned into this role four years ago from her previous position as a reading specialist, effectively applying her extensive expertise in literacy instruction to enhance her classroom teaching. Her ability to differentiate instruction ensures that all of her students, regardless of ability level, are engaged, challenged, and supported. Alicia brings a quiet but steady present community. She consistently shows warmth and professionalism in her interactions with both parents and colleagues, building strong, trusting relationships and support
005student success. She exemplifies quality PC tenure educators, instructional excellence, leadership, and duty commitment to the whole child. We strongly recommend her for Congratulations. >> Thank you. Um, I do have something to say if it's possible. >> Absolutely. >> Okay. Um, so good evening, President Ray, members of the board of education, superintendent beer, distinguish, distinguished administrators, valued colleagues, and community members. I'm here tonight with profound gratitude to express my sincere appreciation for the honor of being granted tenure within the Salamea City Central School community. To be granted tenure is not just a procedural milestone. It is a powerful affirmation of the work I've dedicated my career to. I want to sincerely thank each of you on the board for the time you volunteer and for the trust and confidence you have placed in me. Your decision
006allows me the stability to truly invest in our shared vision for student success. Over my probationary years, I've been fortunate to work alongside incredible mentors like Amy Kellogg, Gina Madison, Bridget Phillips Moore, Holly Orbansky, and many other colleagues who embody the dedication this district prides itself on. Their support has been instrumental in my development and growth in this school. From helping students grow as a reading specialist to implementing studentled conferences in the classroom, I look forward to continuing to contribute to the rich educational environment here in Salamea. I reaffirm my steadfast commitment to our students, our families, and our mission of fostering a supportive and rigorous learning environment. Thank you once again for this incredible opportunity and for your unwavering support of public education. >> Thank you. Harry asked for a speech and no one
007has it, but you had one prepared. >> Great job. >> Yeah, you were prepared. >> And a long time coming. Thanks. >> Congratulations. >> Kathy, you want to reconsider? Uh, and that is everyone. Um, anyone else that's on there, we will welcome when we see them. >> Okay. Then with that we have our board information uh and reports. So we have a first reading uh of our policy 5637 the indoor air quality. We have our enrollment data for December of 2025. We have a thank you card from MJ Fletcher Elementary School. This is the second one right here. This is the first one. >> I'll read the one from Fletcher. >> Um, so from MJ Fletcher and for for a lot of you, just to let you know, that's um the school that my wife
008Mindy taught at for a decade. um you know she had a huge connection in Jamestown and she spent a lot of time and you know give her heart and soul to the kids of the district the community up there. So it was pretty sad the tragic event that happened recently and we of course reached out to extend our condolences to the community up there. So this the card coming back. Salomica school, thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. Your compassion and kindness is felt by all staff and families here at Fletcher. With gratitude, MJ Fletcher. So kudos to um those who have made the you know the condolences possible and me and my wife we thank you. >> Yeah. >> Thanks. Next, we have a thank you card from Alexis Russer, uh, board of dear
009board of education. I'd like to extend my gratitude for sponsoring my trip to Denver to attend the National Convention of English Teachers. I had a tremendous experience learning from published authors and other educators from across the nation. I look forward to implementing the these ideas within my classroom and also sharing my with my peers. Thank you, Alexis Russer. So, thank you for that. We do always love to get thank you cards. Uh next we have our transportation report from November of 2025. And then we have our upcoming events. Uh 12:18 we have a board of education special meeting workshop that's going to be held at the Senica Le Casino at 5:30. And then on the 22nd um through January 2nd, there's of course our school and January 13th is our next board of education meeting.
010Uh the polls will close at 9ine. So if you haven't voted uh please go out and vote. And I did just want to take a moment to say thank you to Janet for all of her uh years of hard work and dedication that she's shown. I know sometimes us board members can leave up but um she always usually keeps us on track and I also know she keeps the superintendent in line >> and that's a hard job. >> Yeah and it is a hard job and there's so much behind the scenes that goes into uh compiling a board me uh board meeting and making sure that we have all the information that all the tenurs uh are accurate and get into the agenda for approval and uh everything that Janet does behind the scenes. So,
011I just want to personally take uh a moment to say thank you and we wish you the best of luck in your retirement. We know you're you're really going to uh find it exciting and you'll probably wonder how you had time to work probably what I I think. So, thank you again for being and then uh >> all right from Janet. Sorry. You want to say anything? >> Um I loved my career here and I'm thankful for the opportunity. I'll miss everyone, but I've worked 50 years. It's time for me to leave the reigns and let somebody else take over. And I I will tell you, you've got a great one coming up. >> But if anyone needs anything, um, you all have my phone number. If you have questions, comments, concerns, please reach out.
012>> Well, don't say that. >> Thank you, Jay, for all your help for me too being the new board member. you were always there for me when I needed it. You know, I appreciate you and I look forward to uh the future. >> I do love my job. I I do love my job. I don't have a problem getting up, going to work every morning, but um it's it's just time. I want to spend time with my family and before my body wears out. >> No, tell Molly that I said hi. I will. >> It's been a long time since we've talked, you know, school with her and >> send my best, please. >> Do you want me to pause? >> Yeah, we just stop the live stream and pause the recording. >> You could
013because I only got the live stream going ago. >> Oh, really? >> No, I've been recording a while. >> Thank you for your time. Thanks. >> You don't need a family charger.