001Uh, please stand for the pledge of allegiance. >> 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. Thank you. You >> might want to explain the two part how it's being done by the committee and then moving to regular meeting so people don't confuse >> um thank you for coming tonight. We're starting a little early tonight because we had to do a meeting of the audit committee before our public session. Uh so thank you for joining us early even virtually. Um, we have to approve I I know you all remember we did our audit we we held our audit committee meetings earlier in the school year but we did leave open the
002appointment of our future orders both the internal and the external auditors. So tonight's meeting is simply to appoint the two auditors. Okay. Thank you, Miss Capers. Um, so tonight we have two action items. Um, the first will be to review the selection of an internal audit firm. Um, in accordance with applicable law and board direction, the board of education authorized the issuance of a request for proposals for internal audit services for the 2526 school year. The purpose of the RFP was to secure qualified professionals to support the board's audit oversight responsibilities and to ensure continued compliance with internal audit requirements. The RFP was publicly issued and proposals were received by four firms. Um each proposal included a 5-year cost structure for internal audit services covering the 2526 school year through [snorts] the 2930 school year.
003Um so following an administrative review of the submission, the following determinations were made. RS Abrams submitted a um proposal. They currently serve as the district's internal auditor. As the board has expressed an interest in engaging a new firm, this proposal is not being considered. Naraki Smith was the second firm that submitted a proposal. Uh they currently serve as the district's external auditor and therefore they are ineligible to serve as an internal auditor due to independence requirements. Pierre Lewis and Associates CPA PC submitted their proposal, but it uh arrived after the established RFP deadline. Therefore, their submission is deemed nonresponsive and cannot be considered. [snorts] and Cullen and Denowski submitted a timely and responsive proposal and is the only firm eligible for consideration under the RFP. And so based on the review of the submission and
004applicable eligibility requirements, Cullen and Dinowski is recommended for appointment as the district's internal auditor. And so I move that the audit committee recommend to the board of education the appointment of Cullen and Denowski as the internal auditor for the year ended June 30, 2026. Can I have a motion? moved. >> So just for clarification, RS Abrams um was considered and has been rejected. Can I have a motion? >> Moved. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I thank you. Um the second action item is the external auditor engagement and review uh and consideration for the 2627 school year. The district's current external audit engagement with Naraki Smith is in its fifth and final year and is scheduled to conclude on June 30th, 2025. At the as the district looks ahead uh to the 2627 fiscal
005year, direction is needed regarding the external audit function. External audit services are considered professional services under New York State law and are exempt from competitive bidding requirements. However, the board of education retains discretion to determine whether to reappoint the existing audit firm or pursue an alternative course of action as a matter of best practice. Um the purpose of this agenda item is to seek audit committee feedback regarding the appropriate next steps for the external audit function for the fiscal year ending 2627. Um, at this time, the superintendent recommends reappointment of Noraki [clears throat] Smith as the district's external auditor for the 2627 school year. And so, uh, I move that the audit committee recommend to the board of education the reappointment of Naraki Smith as a district's external auditor for the 2627 fiscal year effective
006July 1st, 2026. Can I have a motion? >> Move. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> Thank you. That concludes the audit committee >> for three minutes. All right. So, that concludes the audit committee. We just need to hang out for 3 minutes because we can't officially start the public meeting until 8:00. All right. So, just hang out with us. Right. Good evening everyone and welcome again to our January board meeting. Um, we did the pledge already. Uh, district clerk, please note that all board members are present. Uh, may I have a motion to approve the meeting minutes of December 9th. >> Good evening everyone and welcome again to our January board meeting. [laughter] I pay attention when I'm not in the room. [laughter] >> Wow. Okay. >> May I have a motion? Thank you,
007Miss Douglas. Second. >> Thank you, Miss Ma. Dr. Massie. All in favor? >> I. >> Thank you. [laughter and gasps] Motion approved. Do we have any correspondence? >> All correspondence has been given to the board for consideration. >> All right. All right. Presents remarks. I don't have many remarks today. I just want to welcome you all on behalf of the board of education to our January meeting. We hope that you enjoy the holidays and um we thank you for being with us tonight and when you're in continued engagement and the success of our students. So, thank you for being here. Happy New Year and let's get started. Uh high school report, Miss Battle. Happy New Year and welcome back everyone. and we hope your families experience the joyful and restful holiday season. We're excited to
008share updates that showcase the thriving academic, artistic, and community spirit of our high school scholars from Elmont to Swanica to Floral Park Memorial High School. Students are entering 2026 with energy, excellence, and enthusiasm. Below are highlight highlights that reflect the strong foundation our district has built and the continued success of our graduates as they journey through their high school and beyond. Elma scholars enter 2026 with a strong start as winter events and competitions took center stage. December's winter concerts brought families together to enjoy student le performances that celebrated musical achievement across grade levels. In athletics, the girls varsity basketball t team remains undefeated, setting a powerful tone for the new year. Academic teams are gearing up for regional competitions, and we continue to see students take pride in their studies and service. With college prep
009underway for our upper classmen, counselors are supporting students as they apply to scholarships and finalize post-secary plans. At San Monica, the spirit of giving and excellence was on full display. scholars created and delivered holiday cards for veterans, participated in successful food drives, and decorated local senior centers. Mrs. Feta's financial literacy classes earned gold star status from WISE, boasting a 92% pass rate on the financial literacy exam. Students, student leaders in Key Club and stack also led meaningful community service efforts while creative talent shined at the winter book fair and in for the love of art program at Adelfi University. These events demonstrate the dedication of both students and staff to building a culture of care, scholarship, and creativity. Floral Park closed out 2025 with celebration and scholarship. The National Honor Society inducted new members recognizing
010academic excellence and leadership. Meanwhile, students at the FACS program cooked and distributed over a 100 Thanksgiving meals to local families in need. A heartw heartwarming example of learning through service. Floral Park also launched Girls Inc. program empowering young women through leadership and life skills dep development. With upcoming regent exams, teachers and staff are preparing students with tutoring, peer mentoring, and extra support sessions to ensure academic readiness. As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day observe next Monday, we invite families to honor Dr. King's legacy by participating in local service project or community events. Let's continue to model kindness, action, and unity for our children. Wishing everyone a joyful and meaningful January. Thank you, Miss Battle. Are there any audience members who would like to speak on agenda items only? >> All right, a superintendent report.
011>> Thank you. Good evening, everyone. Uh, thank you so much for being here uh this evening. I want to start off by wishing everyone a very happy new year. We hope you had some time for relaxation with your family and friends over the holiday break. Uh this past Saturday uh we welcomed over 350 students in our Saturday enrichment program. Um our students were excited. Um the temperatures were great. It was not as cold as it was before. And so um our students were excited to be there on Saturday to engage in activities that caters to their strengths and their interest. I want to start off by thanking our many teachers and staff who have given up their Saturdays with their family members to be with our students. A big thank you to our stu um
012teachers and staff for volunteering I would say their time to be there with our students. I also want to say a very special thank you to our two administrators who are running and leading the program. Uh Mrs. Wall, our uh our Carlson uh principal and Miss Boyd, our assistant principal at uh Steuart Nana. [applause] And so um in line with the many things that we do to support our students and to cater to their strengths, one of those things that we normally do is about community engagement. uh this past fall in November our uh street manner students engaged in the prediction marathon and uh they have raised funds for a worthy cause and tonight I am pleased to introduce our principal Mr. Caleri who will make a donation from the funds that were raised from
013our students. >> Good evening everyone. Thank you for having us here this evening. Um, I'd like to bring up a couple members from the Steuart Manor School, students and staff that are here to help present tonight. So, I'd like to bring up Mr. Defalco, Miss Clemente, Dalia, and Alexander to come help present tonight. [applause] So before we get going, um I had the privilege this year um to participate in my first prediction marathon. You know, last year when I was in district office, uh Mr. Small and I actually walked the prediction marathon together. And I said while we were walking that last year, I said next year I'm going to run it with the students. And uh I could happily say that I did complete the prediction marathon. I still may be a little sore
014since November, but I made it and I did it and I'm proud of it. So I have my students here and not only do I have two of our sixth grade scholars here um who ran the prediction marathon and did a phenomenal job with it, but these scholars here are also our student council president and our student council treasurer. Um so they are going to lead us in this presentation this evening. So, I'm going to turn the mic over to them and let them do all of the uh presenting tonight. All right. So, the floor is yours, guys. >> The preparation in physical education. Our class, our class, our students learn the importance of reaching and maintaining cardiovascular fitness. Fourth through sixth grade students train to run this 34th mile race. Students learn how to
015select and maintain an appropriate speed and pace. Students predict an end time for the actual race and hope to come as close as possible. >> The event the prediction marathon occurred on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025. It started at Steuart Manor Elementary School and finished at the Steuart Ma Manor Country Club. Fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students ran the race. PreK through third grade line students lined up along the route with their pink pom poms to cheer on the runners. Parents joined the event and cheered the runners on along the route. The cause Stewart Manor Student Council runs a community service fundraiser for a local organization called Strength for Life. Strength for Life helps rehabilitate cancer patients and get them healthy and strong during and after treatments. This community service project teaches our students the importance
016of contributing to a cause and the power of helping others directly in our community. >> The fundraising. Last year we raised $2,000 for this organization. Our goal this year was to meet or exceed the amount by selling custommade shirts. We exceeded last year's total and raised $2,100 this year. [applause] Students and staff wore these shirts at the prediction marathon and on Fridays in the months of October and November. >> All right, so we have a couple pictures from the marathon here. It was a beautiful day. Our students had a great time and as our scholars here announced, we were able to raise $2,100 for Strength for Life. Unfortunately, Strength for Life was unable to be here this evening to receive the check, but we do have a check to present to them and we will
017present that tonight. Um, and we will send that check over to them. I can't um not mention our community service liaison for our school who helped coordinate this event, Mr. the Falco and Miss Clemente would this would not be uh possible without them. So, we have to give them a big thank [applause] you and we do have a check here for Strength for Life for $2,100 that we will be giving to Strength for Life for their cause. Um so, we're going to take a picture with everybody. So, if the board wants to be in the picture, please come on up. Our community liaison, our students, please come up. Um, it's going to be packed. >> You're not You're [snorts] not going. No, >> you might go. You're >> sure. >> [clears throat] >> You good
018back there? >> Like that. Wait, wait. Thank you. [applause] >> Yes. Okay. So, uh recently the board appointed a consultant to uh review our food services uh department and the selection of foods, how we service um our students during um the school day. We believe that our meals um what we provide to our students one of the most important things that we can do um in terms of how we we support our students um for breakfast and lunch. And so Dr. Messias will give the board an update on the review that has taken place thus far and some of the initiatives that we will be undertaking as as as we move forward this year and continuing in the upcoming school year for 2627. So with that said, I would like to introduce Dr. Msias for
019an overview of the food services department. >> Good evening all. Um, so tonight I'll be providing you with an update on our school lunch program and the work we're doing in partnership with HMBB consultants. Uh, this update will focus on why we engaged outside expertise. Um, what has been observed so far and how this work positions the district for compliance, consistency, and continued improvement moving forward. I'm also going to walk the board through a series of pilot programs currently underway or being explored in our food services programs. These pilots are schoolbased, intentionally limited in scope, and designed to help us test ideas that support inclusivity, sustainability, and student engagement while remaining fiscally responsible and operationally sound. So, as a self-operated food services program with a new school lunch manager, it was important to ensure that
020we had expert guidance in place um to support regulatory compliance, operational consistency, and fiscal oversight. Engaging with HMBB allowed us to be proactive rather than reactive. With a New York State Administrator review scheduled for the 2627 school year, HMBB is helping us prepare in advance by identifying gaps, strengthening our systems, and implementing best practices. Now, overall, this partnership is about building capacity, ensuring accountability, and positioning the district for long-term success in its food service operations. [snorts] HMBB consultants [clears throat] uh specialize specifically in school food service operations within public education. Their expertise includes uh the USDA and uh NICE said compliance, self-operated meal programs, administrative reviews, uh me menu planning, procurement and cost controls, and most importantly, HMBB consultants are engaged to provide hands-on practical support so that improvements can be implemented effectively and sustainably.
021On November 5th, HMBB consultants conducted a full-day on-site visit across the district. They were accompanied by our school lunch manager, Mr. Dwayne Ward, and visited every school building. During the visit, they reviewed kitchens, storage areas, equipment, and serving lines and observed both meal preparation and lunch service at multiple points throughout the day. The visit occurred on pizza day, which resulted in high student participation and positive student feedback. So, some strengths identified. One of the most important outcomes of the initial visits was the identification of strong foundational elements already in place at Elmont. HMBB noted welcoming and cooperative food service staff across all buildings, clean and functional kitchen environments, strong student participation, and positive working relationships between school staff and food service personnel. These strengths provide a solid base upon which we can continue to build
022a compliant and efficient self-operated program. [snorts] Moving forward, HMBB will provide ongoing support through monthly on-site visits and weekly check-ins. Key focus areas will include training and staff compliance, ensuring school lunch, the school lunch manager and all hourly staff meet the USDA and the NSLP which are the is the national school lunch program training requirements as well as operational consistency and menu compliance across all schools. HMBB is also supporting fiscal oversight including USDA food ordering alignment with awarded bids and maximizing the effectiveness of commodities. This work positions the district proactively for the New York State Administrative Review, which is scheduled in the 27 2627 school year. Data will guide decision-making throughout this process, including tracking student participation, efficiency metrics, and exploring student feedback. Overall, this partnership strengthens compliance, our fiscal responsibility, and staff development while
023aligning the program with district values such as equity, access, and accountability. The next step is um includes finalizing measurable goals with HMBB for the remainder of the school year and continuing monthly on-site support and weekly check-ins and monitoring progress. So, now on to some sustainability initiatives that we have piloted districtwide. Um the purpose of these pilot programs is to allow us to explore innovative practices in a controlled and thoughtful way. uh rather than implementing district-wide changes immediately, we're piloting these programs at in at individual schools, gathering data, and evaluating outcomes. This approach allows us to improve student experience, reduce food waste, and strengthen our wellness initiatives, all while maxim minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. So, at Alden Terrace, we're exploring halal friendly meal options as a way to be responsive
024to families who observe uh halal dietary practices. The school lunch department has already introduced inclusive meal options such as hummus and crudite, yogurt parfets, salad and meatless versions of featured meals to create a safe and accessible um environment for students and staff. At this stage, planning for a halal kitchen remains exploratory on feas and focused on feasibility. We're reviewing menu development, vendor sourcing, compliance requirements, and operational logistics. You'll notice, for example, at on tonight's agenda for board action. There's the approval of the district's participation in the Long Island Co-op. This is an important first step as it will expand our purchasing power providing access to a broader network of halal capable vendors and will connect us to other districts that have already implemented halal programs and can share best practices. We've also consulted with PS35
025in the Senica Swanica Central High School District to better understand their approaches including the cost associated with halal friendly and halal certified kitchen spaces. So we are carefully evaluating the cost per meal, ordering and accounting implications and overall operational impact of a halal kitchen. Our goal is to present the board with a clear sustainable framework for consideration later in the spring. At Steuart Manor, we're piloting a school gardening initiative focused on connecting students to food sources, nutrition, and hands-on learning. Uh the work is conceptual and exploratory at this time, but we see strong potential for this program to connect with STEM learning, uh health and safety initiatives, and student clubs. Conversations have begun and will continue to ensure thoughtful integration and sustainability. At Covert Avenue and Gotham Avenue, uh we're piloting a shared refrigerator model
026designed to reduce food waste while maintaining food safety standards. Portion sizes remain the same across all grade levels. So when younger students decline certain items, those unopened items will be placed in a shared refrigerator and offered to students, older students who may request them. All items will be disposed of daily. And this approach allows us to reduce waste in a responsible and monitored way. At Clara H. Carlson, we're piloting a staff menu option that includes items such as soup, salad, and sandwiches. Staff will place orders in advance. Meals will be prepared, labeled, and stored in a designated refrigerator for pickup. This pilot supports operational efficiency and improves staff satisfaction and that uh does generate additional revenue in a controlled manner. At Dutch broad uh at Dutch Broadway, we're exploring a series of green initiatives focused
027on sustainability and environmental responsibilities. These include composting and recycling, reducing food waste, increasing scratch cooking and exploring sustainable cutlery and food storage options. Um, importantly, students have been brought into these conversations and there have been there has been an interest in developing a student nutrition panel to provide feedback and ideas. Uh, what makes the the Dutch Broadway pilot particularly exciting is its potential to extend beyond the cafeteria. Student involvement encourages ownership, leadership, and environmental awareness. And these initiatives align closely with the district's wellness goals and offer opportunity for student voice, service learning, and community engagement while still being grounded in operational feasibility. And so the the strategic value of these pilot initiatives is that they allow the district to innovate responsibly. Uh by piloting these programs at individual schools rather than districtwide, we can test
028ideas and identify challenges and refine practices without exposing the entire system to risk. These pilots also generate real district specific data allowing us to assess participation, cost, operational impact, and student and staff response before scaling any initiative. Uh this datadriven approach also supports informed and transparent decision-making. And most importantly, these initiatives advance the district's priorities around equity, wellness, and sustainability while fostering student and staff engagement. They also align food service operations with instructional and environmental goals, extending learning beyond the classroom, and reinforcing health, science, and civic responsibility. So, as we move our focus, we will be transitioning successful pilot programs into clearly defined frameworks where appropriate. This includes continued monitoring of participation, costs, and daily operations to ensure feasib feasibility and effectiveness. Uh we'll gather structured feedback from students, staff, and administrators while also reviewing
029comparative data from other districts to identify best practices. Um for pilots that demonstrate success, we'll develop and implement uh frameworks that clearly define expectation, cost, staffing requirements, and compliance considerations. Uh, I'd like to take a moment to recognize Mr. Dwayne Ward, who joined the district as our school lunch manager in October. Um, under my leadership and in close participation with Mr. Ward, we have been very intentional about maintaining high standards across our school lunch program. Since his appointment, he's been focused on strengthening compliance with USDA and NICED requirements, reinforcing internal procedures, and ensuring consistency and accountability across all schools. I'm excited to continue this work with him as we strengthen the program and ensure it reflects the level of excellence our students and community expect. So, in closing, I want to thank the board of
030education for its for their support. Uh, this work reflects a thoughtful student centered approach to improving our food service program and demonstrates our shared commitment to continuous improvement and responsible stewardship of district resources. I'm happy to answer any questions uh or discuss any aspects of this further. >> Thank you. [applause] >> Where's Candace? >> She left. Mr. Ross is here. >> Legal. >> Thank you, Dr. Mas. That was a great presentation and I look forward to visiting the buildings for the pilots >> legal report. Yep. >> Is that is that on? Can everyone hear me? >> Yeah. >> So, based on a >> All right. Is that better? >> Yes. So based on a discussion in executive session, I move that the board table item 4.1 on the agenda. >> Can I have a motion?
031>> Move. >> Second. >> Have a vote. Yep. All eyes. Any >> all in favor? >> All right. Motion passed. Thank you. >> Thank you. We have to do the the recommendation for the auditors. >> May I? >> Sure. Be it resolved that upon the district's audit committee, a recommendation of the district's audit committee, the board of education hereby appoints Cullinin and Denowski LLP as the internal auditor for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 2026. Can I have a motion? >> Move. >> Can I have a second? >> Second. >> All those all in favor? I >> motion pass. Can I have um be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the district's audit committee, the board of education hereby reappoints Noraki Smith LLP as a district's external auditor for the 2627 fiscal year effective
032July 1st, 2026. Can I have a motion? >> Moved. >> I have a second. >> Second. >> All in favor? >> I. >> Motion passes. Thank you. >> Very good. Thank you. >> All right. reporting the terms. >> Great. >> Okay. I seek a motion to approve personnel agenda items 5.1 through 5.2. >> May I have a motion to approve personnel agenda items 5.1 and 5.2? >> Move. >> Thank you, Mr. Palmer. Second. >> Second. >> Thank you, Mr. Khan. All in favor? >> I. >> Motion carries. I seek a motion to approve curriculum agenda item 6.1. >> I have a motion to approve curriculum agenda item 6.1. >> Thank you, Miss Battle. Second. >> Second. >> Thank you, Mr. Ramos. All in favor? >> I. >> Motion carries. >> I seek a motion to
033approve support services agenda item 7.1. May I have a motion to approve to a motion to receive uh support services agenda item 7.1? >> Uh thank you Dr. Massie. May I have a second? >> Second. >> Thank you uh Miss Douglas. All in favor? >> I. >> Motion carries. >> I seek a motion to approve business agenda items 8.1 through 8.4. >> [snorts] >> May I have a motion to approve business agenda items 8.1 through 8.4? >> Move. >> Thank you, Miss Battle. Second. >> Second. >> Thank you, Mr. Farmer. All in favor? >> Discussion? >> Yes. >> Are any reimbursements for any uh board members listed in this business item? Any other business items? >> No. I don't know. >> In this report? >> No. when will we be listed >> in the in
034the next board um on the next board agenda. >> Thank you. >> Okay. Items f 8.5 are noted for the minutes >> and we didn't uh vote on it. >> Oh, right. I'm sorry. >> Um I got the move by Miss Battle, second by Mr. Palmer. All in favor? >> I >> motion carries. And item 8.5 is noted for um the minutes. >> So noted for the minutes. >> And this concludes the superintendent's report. >> Thank you. Do we have any committee reports? >> Anyformational items. >> Miss Douglas. >> Oh no. I just want to say thank you um for the presentation. really appreciate the halal option and the uh the gardening pilot that we're rolling out. I think it's really great to um have students involved in this wellness and learning. So, I know
035that that's been a conversation, but really just wanted to echo what was happening to thank you for the work that the team is doing. >> Thank you, Miss Douglas. Do we have any old business? >> New business. Any new business? >> Uh new business? >> Yes. >> Regarding If there's any issues with uh how US general service administrative predium is applied or was applied to funds used while conducting EUFSD district business, please email the superintendent or the board of education. And I would like to move for an action item for an audit of the district reimbursements from 2022 till present date to ensure district policy and GSA PDM has been applied properly. >> Okay. Your motion will be taken uh for discussion with the board and uh address in the next uh agenda. [clears throat]
036>> So when I vote I I move to vote on it. Is there a second? No, we one second. >> It has to be discussed. Yes. >> Okay. It has to be discussed with the committee and it will be on the sec on the agenda for the February meeting. >> Okay. Is there anyone in the audience who would like to speak? >> Uh did you skip legislative items? >> Give me a moment. I don't have my I'm sorry. I am flying blind because my agenda isn't up on the screen. Did I skip agenda item? Legislative items >> public. >> Okay, I did old business, new business. Are there any legislative items? >> Uh yes. Uh so in January, we come to uh prepare for a DC conference February 1st to the 3rd. Uh some of
037our priorities uh federally and in the state is title one funding, individuals with dis disabilities education act, career and technical education, educators workforce, student well-being support and uh support of public schools. Some of these items can be located at the NISBA, that's the New York State School Board Association's website. Thank you. >> Thank you, Mr. Ramos. I'm sorry about that. Like I said, I'm I'm flying blind. All right. Anyone in the audience that would like to speak? All right. All right. Well, I would next. Yep. >> Hi, Miss Craig. Happy New Year. >> Me. Thank you. Um, Chica Craig, um, the last time we were here, there was a question put on the floor and the question was why the negativity and, um, kind of in honor of Martin Luther King's birthday coming up. Um,
038I have a connection to information that I want to share that I think answers my qu answers the question. Um, and I'm also going to add to it. I put some things out, but the statement um was from a speech from Malcolm X, but it was made when Dr. King was in jail. And um reading, you have to read the history of slavery to understand this. And there were two kinds of negroes. There was that old house negro and the field negro. And the house negro always looked out for his master. When the field negroes got too much out of line, he held them back in check. He put him back on the plantation. The house negro could afford to do that because he lived better than the field negro. That was the house negro.
039But then you had some field negroes who lived in huts, had nothing to lose. They wore the worst kind of clothes. They ate the worst food and they caught hell. They felt the sting of the lash. And today you still have house negroes and field negroes. I identify as a field negro because I see that we have people in Elmont who have relationships with this board and they come and they say thank you and they prosper. And then there's the other part of Elmont who some of us actually have children in the schools and we're not getting our needs met. The why the negativity because we have to beg you for everything. We have to beg for reading programs. We have to beg for people to not get ripped off with certain things being done
040for for senior trips. All right. We have to beg. I'm still begging and I need realize there is no intention to do the right thing by administrators and this board without you creating policies. People don't do the right thing by us who are not getting everything we would like. We still don't get our reading assessments returned to us. our children are being tested and they hold the information hostage for what I don't know. So that is why the negativity because you have people who want this district to function the way it did in 1978 which was 50 years ago and it's 2026. People don't like change but things have to change because we're not getting our fair share. And when I talk about the negro in this instance I'm not talking about race. I'm talking
041about access and we all as residents and taxpayers should be getting equal access especially those who have children in the schools. So that is why the negativity and I'm asking for a policy to please ask the administrators to instruct the teachers to return our um results. Our children have been tested multiple times. The results don't come home for reading assessments. Thank you. >> Thank you, Miss Crick. Anyone else like to speak? I'm sorry. Thought I was gonna go home early this evening. Good evening everyone. >> My name is Claudine Hall, a lifelong resident of the Elmont community. And this evening, January 13th, in 1913, 113 years ago, 22 courageous, [clears throat] courageous women stepped out on faith and took the stand for sisterhood, scholarship, social action, And tonight I stand a proud proud member of
042Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Tonight is our 113th anniversary. Our legal team is not here this evening. I would like to say happy founders day to my Sorro. Happy Founders Day to my Sorro. And I thank you all for the job that you're doing in the Elma community. As my sorority sisters are celebrating this evening out on the Nordica Mile, it was my duty to be here to do my service to my community and to say thank you to the Elmont school board for the hard work that you're doing for our young people in the Elmont school district. Again, I say thank you. Thank you, Sorro, for the hard work that you're doing and continue to uplift the proud legacy of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Thank you and all have a great night. >>
043Thank you, Miss Hall. And happy anniversary. Happy Father's Day to all the South and my >> and all the Deltas. May I have a motion to adjourn the public meeting and reconvene in executive session to discuss um a personnel issue and to seek advice from councel? >> Move. >> Thank you, Mr. Palmer. Second. Thank you, Miss Battle. All in favor? >> I. >> Thank you. M uh meeting adjourned. Motion carries. at 8:00 PM and it'll be held at Alden Terrace School. Thank you, Mr. Khan. I find without