The Board of Education approved an employment agreement appointing Mark Bernard as interim art and music director of the East Islip School District, effective July 7, 2025. The meeting record states: "Be it resolved that upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, the board of education hereby approves the employment agreement between Mark Bernard and the East Islip School District as interim art and music director ... effective 07/07/2025." The motion was made by Mr. Dorgan, seconded by Mr. Zachary and approved by voice vote recorded as "Aye."

Why it matters: The appointment fills an administrative role responsible for art and music programming districtwide; the transcript does not include salary, contract length, or whether this appointment is interim pending a national search.

What remains unspecified: The amendment text, compensation, and whether the interim appointment will be converted to a permanent position were not included in the excerpt provided to the transcript.