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Board hears reports on vaping‑intervention, mental‑health ambassadors and an AI classroom pilot
Summary
Board committee reports highlighted a vaping‑intervention program at Connetquot High School, plans for student mental‑health ambassadors and Random Acts of Kindness Week, and a technology advisory presentation on an interactive AI 'Magic School' pilot and five‑year tech upgrades.
Committee reports on Jan. 13 described programs the district says are aimed at prevention and student support.
The Drug and Alcohol Committee praised a vaping‑intervention program implemented at Connetquot High School by Joe Modica: students caught vaping can participate in a free, monthlong counseling and outreach program. Committee members said two students signed up voluntarily and that organizers are considering a small student advisory group to assist peers.
The mental‑health advisory committee reported that 24 student ambassadors in grades 9–12 completed training with the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying and will begin outreach in elementary schools. The committee flagged dates for Random Acts of Kindness Week and Mental Health Matters Day (March 11, 2026) and said the district’s efforts have been used as a model by other districts.
The technology advisory committee described a demonstration called "Magic School," an interactive tool to teach safe and responsible AI use for younger students and a five‑year plan that includes Chromebook replacement on a five‑year cycle and Wi‑Fi improvements for athletic fields and campus areas with weak reception.
