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Board approves new Spanish teacher, hears first read of restraint/time‑out policy and athletic‑trainer plan
Summary
The board approved a probationary appointment for a Spanish teacher (Lucas), heard a first reading of a time‑out/physical restraint policy, and was told the district is pursuing a BOCES partnership for athletic‑trainer coverage next school year.
The Fredonia Central School Board on July 16 approved the probationary appointment of Lucas to a Spanish teaching position and welcomed him to the district. Administrators noted Lucas is certified and previously student‑taught at Fredonia High School; his expected start was cited as the beginning of the school year.
Superintendent Dr. Zoniaks used the meeting to highlight personnel changes, recognize long‑serving staff and retirees, and previewed district priorities for fall. The board considered a first read of a policy transitioning language about emergency interventions (previously described as corporal punishment/exempt language) to a formal time‑out and physical restraint policy; the policy will return for a second reading at a later meeting.
Separately, the superintendent said the district has been working with BOCES to secure athletic‑trainer services through a partner district (Silver Creek) to oversee student health at competitions next year.
What it means: the personnel action was approved in public session by voice vote; the policy is at first‑read status and not yet adopted. The athletic trainer arrangement was described as a partnership in development and will require continued coordination with BOCES and the partner district.
Next steps: the policy will return for a second reading at a future meeting, and human resources will complete the appointment paperwork for the new teacher.
