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Board President Bond said she would \"lump\" items 1–23 unless any member requested separate consideration; the motion to approve items 1–23 passed with a 7–0 voice vote. Later in the meeting the board read summaries of policy updates: a policy to designate an ex officio student member to the board (per state guidance), updates on student use of personal electronic devices in response to a gubernatorial directive, a policy addressing extreme heat condition days (when occupiable spaces reach 82°F or higher as defined in law) and a nepotism policy to reduce conflicts of interest in hiring and promotions.

President Bond said the new student‑member policy and device policy reflect state guidance and that the policies are posted on the district website for review. Board members did not amend the policies during the meeting.

The board then moved to an executive session on personnel matters and adjourned after the closed session.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Education Meeting - 06/09/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Valley Central Board approved a 23‑item consent agenda and reviewed several updated policies, including student board members, student electronic devices following state guidance, extreme heat day procedures and anti‑nepotism language; the consent agenda passed 7–0.","taxTitle","VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MONTGOMERY), School Districts, New York","taxId",60078,"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},6205851,"Student tells board Valley Central needs new turf field, cites injury and canceled season",99,6200275,6299680,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08&start=6200&end=6299","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08/thumbnail_6200275.jpg","/articles/6205851/New-York/Student-tells-board-Valley-Central-needs-new-turf-field-cites-injury-and-canceled-season","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6205851-450790156f50feeeaa1c9361de290b56/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917161&Signature=KnFEjH5MazP~q0P1bpRS0WCPYaamBXtfCNY6awAyqINZi~ctEK28kNcXP9P6NFqX5ybgDtAfdqU9Y350PjU9f0j1cjoR5GfdZ0N27Zb77z8gIOOIpDft~b9X38GenMg929Qkk9pCVMVdRsHle2rWVXOOlB1c9YgHhzEB2D4dD6Za~2mXjLhQarfLkWJk9zI0C9rniJFgYLdeOveDHP~QhskO29B-lGNrPb1qbU~FKWil8cGoHLw06A8nVkEa9nMhmhM-yjONFeXRXxYJbcUB1XTij0RTtVEABcnXAZs8R4mihvlJjRrluoXK51PSGVBELvu1sceaaWTxJBGo~fwL2g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Valley Central High School student spoke during public comment to urge the board to replace the district’s football and lacrosse field with artificial turf, saying the current surface is uneven, poorly drained and unsafe.

\"I'm here to talk about something critical to the future of our athletic programs, the condition of our football and lacrosse fields,\" the student, Thomas Lasset, said. Lasset, who identified himself as a freshman varsity swimmer, JV lacrosse player and JROTC member, said a teammate broke a fibula on the field and missed the season because of uneven ground.

Lasset told the board turf would provide “safer, more consistent surfaces,” reduce cancellations, be usable year‑round, lower maintenance costs over time and could bring in outside events and revenue for the district. He asked the board to invest in a new turf field “to protect our athletes, strengthen our program, and bring pride to our entire community.”

Board members did not take immediate action on the request during the meeting. The board noted the matter of Walden construction and capital planning is already in motion; any separate athletic facility project would require cost estimates and a separate financing decision.","A Valley Central High School student urged the board to replace uneven natural turf with an artificial turf field, citing a teammate's broken fibula and arguing turf reduces injuries, maintenance and can generate revenue through outside events.",{"_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},6205856,"Valley Central board authorizes up to $11.1 million capital project, approves $6.14 million bond issuance",88,6342865,6430895,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08&start=6342&end=6430","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08/thumbnail_6342865.jpg","/articles/6205856/New-York/Valley-Central-board-authorizes-up-to-111-million-capital-project-approves-614-million-bond-issuance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6205856-a14d9bdda1a38ee1b54477cbf0afc149/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917161&Signature=NOsTnh500cv5GJx8Yx4TyZZofqcAQMn6K2fq-4F1rmqvKtx88fAPNPjxtKjpnrQPpphlWu~0pDhVRySxtpiFAcycGeEYFM4a6bLmMYFl1GOSp~jml98IdG200AS9DlIF1Mmf6blkf94pBKKfrdqnqX1XiiWQcrGP5coTrkeMe4fj0vx923I4A2rcZkd~bNUsBovGUhMmwzgo76O4tGa8ekAAI1zCWs3kui9YYcsd-VTBp9rPc-IQ4yc5Z00UfpcWxVvf-lFSFoWC9Ic2o6WdpotdmYcPkjN0uj6iyQHRa9xy1xFWYNgdFhPfUxjoLhfn4d6R5fSbBCsfsIDrf-562w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Valley Central School District Board of Education approved a resolution authorizing building and facility improvements with a total estimated maximum cost not to exceed $11,100,000 and authorized issuance of serial bonds in the principal amount of $6,140,000.

The board adopted the resolution after a motion and a roll‑call vote. District officials said plans will be developed and submitted to the New York State Education Department for review; if approved by the state the project will be brought back to the community for a vote.

Board President Bond called for the motion and the district clerk conducted a roll call. The vote was recorded as yes from Angela Tara Labora, Jane Samuelson, Diana Laforme, Frances Fox Posonia, Amy McKnight, Sarah Melvin and Joseph Brown. The motion passed 7–0.

Superintendent Avila said the Walden Elementary replacement project — previously directed by the board — will continue through the state review process and that detailed updates are unlikely for 10–12 months while design, review and state approvals proceed. No additional financing details, interest rates or repayment schedules were presented at the meeting.","The Valley Central Board of Education approved a resolution authorizing building and facility improvements with a maximum estimated cost of $11.1 million and authorized the issuance of $6.14 million in serial bonds; the measure passed by roll call 7–0.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6205861,"Valley Central principals report mixed gains on school improvement goals; communication and attendance highlighted",3117,1488715,4606435,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08&start=1488&end=4606","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3768298-a53da1d923d5bacf90cf424c9f7fbf08/thumbnail_1488715.jpg","/articles/6205861/New-York/Valley-Central-principals-report-mixed-gains-on-school-improvement-goals-communication-and-attendance-highlighted","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6205861-1272e4f6295d320634f8636c28f2557b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917161&Signature=XUkITTlpm9BhjoaxOFMirdeEu3jTmXzpilTwcHMvYd3H2PM8-2CJRMa0T0NoN5dQqvzWj~fj4Zl7EFczKLySX91fSQJxyqFNs2QjEg-5m1hT~11QmogISqaqLNWpy96c2lgw-stFxnKrx8CIUfncVO02E4LgGJQWhL4kGZjfbWur0WEkURu1W5CWWkP6HkLHgyFkhLepKRYO4~40JwYlHidINBYe6bgLmf8Thgx2jFJmldr1syCCSn6piSpx9fKy3L45pDalMCvg2b3vS1RrilKN7kwe3rvR7VD0iLUyj9dpGxnTghEu5AA7Rc8vK7f5w5eozjBY4Lqg82vLunSHbQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Principals from Valley Central School District presented results of this year’s school improvement plans at the board meeting, reporting modest gains on academic measures, stronger staff‑family communication and targeted efforts to support at‑risk students.

The presentations focused on three shared priorities: student achievement and engagement; community belonging and school pride; and clear, transparent communication. Principals provided school‑by‑school data on NWEA/MAPS growth, attendance interventions, mentoring pilots and family‑engagement steps.

Greg Heinemann, principal of Walden Elementary School, said the building did not meet a 5% target for K–3 reading comprehension but “we did see 2% increase in reading comprehension as measured by the NWEA.” Heinemann described increased family reach after the district switched to ParentSquare, noting that “as of May … 96% of our parents are now receiving our communications.”

Matthew Canino, principal of Montgomery Elementary School, reported a 3% increase in student proficiency on NWEA after school interventions and coaching. Canino emphasized work on “high level twos” — students close to proficiency — and said 41 students moved from level 2 to proficient this spring.

Cara Rapp, principal of Berea Elementary School, said the school targeted 112 \"high level two\" students with prescriptive MTSS work; 27% of those students reached proficiency and “80% … demonstrated an average growth score of 11 points,” she reported. Rapp also described a staff‑mentoring program in which 42% of mentees reduced absences and 79% had equal or fewer discipline referrals after the program began.

School leaders at the middle, ALC and high school reported similar themes: measurable growth by many targeted students even when proficiency goals were not fully met, increased positive family outreach and new programs to build adult–student relationships. The middle school cited a 50 percent increase in documented positive parent contacts districtwide, and the high school reported a 16‑point drop in students who said they felt lonely at school between fall and spring surveys.

District administrators and principals credited sustained coaching, data teams, MTSS intervention blocks, behavior recognition systems (PBIS) and investments in communication platforms for the progress. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction said the district adopted the Amplify CKLA literacy program for K–5 and is drafting an MTSS handbook to standardize intervention practices.

The board did not take formal action directly tied to the presentations that night; board members praised the work and asked for continued focus on Tier 1/2 interventions and mental‑health supports. Superintendent Avila and principals noted several goals remain unmet and will carry forward into next year’s SIPs.","Principals from Valley Central School District presented annual school improvement plan results, reporting modest academic gains, stronger family communication after a districtwide switch to ParentSquare and targeted attendance and mentoring wins for at‑risk students.","actionData","errors"]

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