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Votes at a glance
- Item 4.4 — Resolution to authorize the superintendent to execute a contract (item text not specified on the record): APPROVED (roll call recorded).

- Consent items 5.1–5.3: APPROVED by roll call as a grouped consent motion.

- Item added to agenda (develop a facilities committee): Motion to add to the agenda APPROVED. Subsequent motion to create the facilities committee was made and then TABLED after discussion; roll‑call to table carried.

- Item 6.4 — Resolution to authorize requests for proposals for a board budget consultant: APPROVED (roll call: several yes/no votes recorded; item passes).

- Multiple finance and procurement consent items (9.1–9.24, with 9.8 considered separately): APPROVED by roll call.

- Technology contracts (10.1 e‑rate / 10.2 Google renewal): APPROVED by roll call.

- Curriculum and personnel consent items (11.1; 11.2; 12.1–12.5; Human Resources items 8.1–8.20): APPROVED by roll call (individual items noted where a 'no' vote was recorded in the minutes).

- Executive session motions to consult counsel and to discuss personnel/FERPA matters: APPROVED (roll call recorded).

Roll‑call detail (selected items)
The transcript includes explicit roll‑call answers during votes; below are the board members recorded most frequently and their recorded votes on the RFP for a board budget consultant (item 6.4), which the minutes note \"That item passes.\" Votes were recorded as follows:
- Mr. Howard: No
- Miss Politti: No
- Mr. Stewart: Yes
- Miss Christine Bello: Yes
- Miss Thomasina Bello: Yes
- Miss McKenzie Boucher: Yes
- Miss Victoria Boucher: Yes
- Mr. Bergarelli: No
- Mr. Duray: No

(That roll call produced an approval; the transcript records \"That item passes.\")

What the motions mean
Board members discussed whether the internal auditor could be directed to perform targeted forensic work before commissioning an outside forensic audit; administration advised the board that the internal auditor can be assigned a special area but additional scope may cost more. The board’s audit and finance committee will consider next steps.

Why this matters
The RFP for a board budget consultant and the discussions about forensic/internal audit scope follow concerns raised in the draft external audit and past committee meetings; those items have implications for fiscal oversight and upcoming budget development.

Ending
The board approved the listed consent and individual items; several matters (including the facilities committee composition and details of any forensic review) were referred to committees for follow‑up. Members voted to enter executive session later in the meeting for personnel, FERPA and legal discussions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","BOE Regular Meeting - January 14, 2025 - 6:30PM","oneSentenceSummary","The Board of Education on Jan. 14 approved multiple consent agenda items and individual resolutions during its regular meeting.","taxTitle","Newburgh City School District, School Districts, New York","taxId",14388,"location","New York","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6387870,"Newburgh Free Academy placed on short lockout after reports of shots fired nearby; authorities say no injuries",205,1796000,2001000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2115661-5f1f12bef54917f7cbfebf1508be9bef&start=1796&end=2001","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2115661-5f1f12bef54917f7cbfebf1508be9bef/thumbnail_1796000.jpg","/articles/6387870/New-York/Newburgh-Free-Academy-placed-on-short-lockout-after-reports-of-shots-fired-nearby-authorities-say-no-injuries","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6387870-580d75d6f8bb2ed7be89d88ef88c19e0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771183456&Signature=ms9GlYO0KaCaR2x5~oBPgO0m9FFscSNeATmmCw25xLi4DZGH10yG-4KT1lEbm8x3bdqyp45tr-pqDtXOKFbwmSk4gYpYsDK9dj~KMHU5hrh8TAun97-IA~m4NMwc8LT57ZlLpC9EVJdWtyYjbsW2Arrae5ZI52lydlsGlZtFqABD36b7E1iK1fd1BhigClKdnxl4q2osqj9luLbAMyRFG-VFqCeZOkFysBMyoLQ5Se37nN3tOfg5xkQsGuwSvUyn99HqlZ9pnBM8qz5Yg9OxjBbDPdK1ao2oBJ7ugQYzm3OhhqIknVTJ7dEs4PFdnYyioy7t5KZ5CMxMRdhZhARayQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District administrators told the Board of Education on Jan. 14 that a lockout was initiated at Newburgh Free Academy main campus at dismissal after reports of shots fired nearby; officials said the lockout lasted approximately 10 minutes and there were no reported injuries.

The district statement said the lockout — a protocol used when unsafe activity is occurring outside the school building — was initiated to allow local law enforcement to secure and contain the scene. \"At this time, there are no reports of injuries,\" the statement said.

The nut graf: While investigators are treating the matter as an off‑campus incident, district leaders said they would increase law enforcement presence the following day and had activated a critical incident stress management team to support students and staff.

What happened and the district response
According to the update delivered at the meeting, the lockout began at dismissal and lasted about 10 minutes. School officials credited security staff, a sheriff’s deputy and administrators for responding quickly during the incident and for following established protocols. The district said it would continue to collaborate with local police on the investigation.

Support for students and outreach
The district said counselors and its critical‑incident stress management team were available to any student who wished to process what happened; officials directed students needing support to the Guidance and Career Center at NFA main campus. The district also said it had requested an additional law enforcement presence the next school day \"to help our students feel more comfortable.\"

How the public can help
Officials asked anyone with information about the incident to contact the City of Newburgh Detective Division at 845‑569‑7509; callers can remain anonymous.

Why this matters
Board members raised questions about dismissal supervision and coordination with municipal police; administrators said the district is reviewing dismissal procedures and working with the city and sheriff’s office on additional mitigation measures. No further action by the Board was reported at the meeting.

Ending
District leaders said they would issue an additional statement about dismissal protocols and any changes to security procedures following follow‑up with law enforcement and internal review.","Board received an update that a lockout was implemented at Newburgh Free Academy main campus at dismissal after reports of gunfire nearby; school officials said the lockout lasted roughly 10 minutes, no injuries were reported and additional police presence was requested the following day.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6387875,"Newburgh GEAR UP staff, students describe college and career supports to board",1190,125000,1315000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2115661-5f1f12bef54917f7cbfebf1508be9bef&start=125&end=1315","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2115661-5f1f12bef54917f7cbfebf1508be9bef/thumbnail_125000.jpg","/articles/6387875/New-York/Newburgh-GEAR-UP-staff-students-describe-college-and-career-supports-to-board","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6387875-45b9b6b4cd74b847c995aae961d0c402/orig.mp4?Expires=1771183456&Signature=olO~XE1ippYy1FrK64yZL~-pOxB9LCzWXakxa2geti0vAgIEIOOvaBd-o3s6xfgO13cInjTeZygjLAkwdOgVoPCkfQoXaDq-OWspzZ5JnvbJRizmpj-Zzmx02e9gdojl~GjM5proguM7zry1I96xJzpisDXcPcEtszgOLxNhpKCtkJd1jMJTfl~b1jZ4jRKWa4wwGq1G0V3qzjHE8IUsi72B011JINUAQiwynywZZ0dHpbYpFf9HVr3gSOcs2ekbUzI0VjMf1iPtxYVYCZFmQihnMBxNDmG-mInYQjU4uVIek5b0uTC2RHJxvjM53GmQOqBv2AOcwW0IZT8Y1iU5sA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Sharif Washington, the GEAR UP program coordinator for Newburgh, told the Board of Education on Jan. 14 that the program provides no‑cost college and career supports to the district’s ninth‑grade cohort and their families.

Washington said GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) is a federally funded, state‑administered grant designed to increase graduation and college‑readiness rates. \"Just because the grant ends doesn't mean my support ends,\" he said, explaining the program tracks and supports students from middle school through their first year of college.

The nut graf: GEAR UP is a multi‑year grant that follows a cohort and offers college visits, career exploration, summer academies and family workshops at no cost to families or to the district. Washington said Newburgh is in year three of a seven‑year grant cycle that currently follows the class of 2028.

Program details and student experiences
Washington said the program supplies transportation, workshops and academic supports; he described a family outreach night in which 62 students identified as at‑risk were invited, 39 families attended and 20 students enrolled in the initial after‑school academy. \"Sixteen of those students were able to change their status from promotion in doubt to promotion confirmed,\" he said.

Several GEAR UP scholars addressed the board about campus visits and how the program changed their plans. \"The most impactful activity shaping my path today was our trip to Ithaca College and Cornell University,\" said Eli McNair, a GEAR UP scholar, who told the board the visits influenced him to consider medicine and to aim for Cornell. \"It inspired me to aim higher.\"

Student Silver Stewart described summer and campus experiences that expanded his understanding of different college environments and pathways, including community college and apprenticeships. Claire Grievan Smith, who writes for the program newsletter, said GEAR UP increased her confidence and gave her a platform to publish her work.

Staffing, outreach and awards
Washington credited state GEAR UP staff — New York GEAR UP director Nona Donovan, project coordinator Sabina Kelly and Tessa Bisca — for supporting the district’s work. He and event facilitator Kevin Rogers said they maintain open office hours (including Saturdays) across campuses; Washington provided an email contact: newburghgearup@necsd.net.

Washington also noted a recent recognition: a congressional proclamation from Rep. Pat Ryan acknowledging the program’s work.

Why this matters
Board members praised the program’s work with ninth‑grade students and asked whether the model could be expanded to other cohorts. Washington said he had discussed extending services with the state director but had no firm timeline; he described efforts to support older students as well.

Ending
Washington listed upcoming GEAR UP events, described a monthly student newsletter called the GEAR UP Spotlight and invited families to contact the program at newburghgearup@necsd.net for more information.","GEAR UP coordinators and scholars described a state-run, federally funded grant that provides free college‑ and career‑readiness programming to Newburgh ninth graders and families; presenters highlighted trips, after‑school academics and family financial literacy events.","actionData","errors"]

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