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New Milford BOE approves policies, curricula and goals; district to offer free breakfast and lunch in 2024‑25
Summary
On Aug. 20 the Board approved policies on first read, adopted curricula and the 2024‑25 board goals, and confirmed the district’s participation in the Community Eligibility Provision for free meals in 2024‑25.
The New Milford Board of Education approved policies for first read, adopted a slate of curricula and ratified the board’s 2024‑25 goals at its Aug. 20 meeting. The board also confirmed district participation in the federal Community Eligibility Provision, which will make breakfast and lunch free to all students for 2024‑25.
The Board approved on first read policy 4118.113/4218.113 (prohibition of sex discrimination including sex‑based harassment for certified and non‑certified personnel) and policy 5145.7 (prohibition of sex discrimination and sex‑based harassment for students). Mrs. Tammy McInerney moved and Mrs. Leslie Sarich seconded the first‑read approvals; the motions passed unanimously.
The board also approved 16 curricula items across multiple schools and levels, including Art Appreciation, Basic Life Support, Concert Chorus, ESL1, AP Physics 1 and Spanish 1 CP. Mr. Tom O’Brien moved to approve the curricula; Mr. Eric Hansell seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Separately, Dr. Parlato told the board the district qualified for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) because it has over 25% free/reduced students and a stable food budget; as a result, breakfast and lunch will be free for all students in 2024‑25.
Mrs. Sarich moved to adopt the Board’s 2024‑25 goals; Mr. Dean Barile seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Mrs. Faulenbach also noted receipt of an annual recap from McCarthy Observatory and encouraged visits to the upgraded telescope.
The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
