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District presentations: new forensic science course, robotics team, MacBooks and bus updates
Summary
At the March 17 meeting, high‑school staff announced a forensic science elective (75 students enrolled, $5,000 lab request) and formalized robotics team funding; technology staff described a MacBook rollout for grades 9–12 and transportation staff reported bus deliveries and fuel budgeting.
The Springs Union Free School District used part of its March 17 meeting to hear building‑level updates: a new high‑school forensic science elective, formalized funding for the robotics team, a plan to roll out MacBooks for grades 9–12, and transportation updates including newly arrived buses.
Miss Smith, a high‑school staff presenter, said the forensic science elective has drawn strong student interest with about 75 students signed up and requested an additional $5,000 for specialized lab materials, noting that some of the new lab items differ substantially from traditional science‑course supplies. She also told the board the newly independent robotics team, the Bionic Bots, will need ongoing budget support; presenters said registration is about $6,500 and travel expenses for the competition trip are roughly $6,500, and asked the board to include funding in next year’s budget to sustain the program.
Technology staff (S8) said the tech department plans to roll out MacBooks to all students in grades 9–12 in the 2026–27 school year; staff MacBook deployments this year have, they said, improved battery life and lifecycle costs and are expected to reduce student‑device budget needs over the next three years. The tech office is also issuing a monthly newsletter to staff and the community.
Transportation staff (S6) reported four new buses have arrived, described weekly fuel delivery schedules (Wednesdays) and said a roughly $15,000 increase for fuel is being planned; staff said manufacturer lead times have improved from prior delays though delivery timing can vary.
The board approved routine consent items and superintendent recommendations (appointments, contracts and participation in a joint municipal bidding program) by voice vote later in the meeting.
