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Board appoints Jocelyn Van Velsor to elementary probationary position starting Sept. 1, 2026
Summary
The board approved Jocelyn Van Velsor for a probationary appointment in elementary education beginning Sept. 1, 2026, with a tentative expiration of Aug. 31, 2030, and compensation at step 6BA ($59,548). Vote: 5–0.
On the recommendation of the superintendent, the board approved a probationary appointment for Jocelyn Van Velsor in the elementary education tenure area. The appointment commences Sept. 1, 2026, and has a tentative expiration date of Aug. 31, 2030, subject to Education Law requirements. Compensation is listed in the transcript as step 6BA, $59,548, on the current Instructional Staff Pay Schedule 2025–2028.
The motion was made by Elisha Cohen and seconded by Marissa Van Valkenburg; the board voted 5–0 to approve the appointment. The transcript notes the appointment is subject to Sections 3012‑c and 3012‑d of Education Law, and that the certification status is Early Childhood Education B–2.
