The board approved eight contracts totaling $7,547,992 for a new bus garage and transportation facility with EV charging and demolition of the existing building; a kickoff meeting is scheduled before the holidays and ground‑breaking is expected January 2026.
The board approved a financing lease for the district’s fourth energy performance contract with Energy Systems Group LLC to fund solar carports, lighting upgrades and two new boilers; two 'No' votes were recorded during the roll call but were not named in the transcript.
The board approved routine consent agenda items including minutes, personnel changes, vendor additions, disposal, donations, the high‑school course guide, 36 CSE IEP recommendations, and interdistrict agreements with Smithtown and Half Hollow Hills for special-education and health services.
Principals and student leaders highlighted academic awards (16 AP Capstone diplomas; four AP Seminar and Research certificates; 51 AP Scholars), student vocational projects, a new little library, and a calendar of December events including Polar Express days, concerts and a high‑school theatrical run.
Superintendent Dr. Egan presented a draft 2026–27 school calendar that balances state 180‑day requirements, BOCES coordination and AP exam timing. Parent Stella Musiakoff urged moving spring break to align with Passover; the board said the calendar is a 'first look' and will be refined with neighboring districts.
Five community organizations — Kings Park Heritage Museum, Robotics Boosters, Performing Arts Boosters, Kings Park Youth and Athletic Boosters — presented on upcoming events, student internships, scholarships and volunteer needs during the Nov. 18 board meeting.
Board approved a first contract amendment with Energy Systems Group to add construction scope required by NYSED, preserving $2.67M in federal grants and leaving a net project cost of about $4.4M to be repaid through guaranteed energy savings over 18 years.
High‑school teachers proposed an 'Introduction to Law' course using a practical law textbook and mock‑trial components, and a modular 'Foundations for the Future' class covering financial literacy, civics, AI/digital literacy and professional skills; board praised the proposals and will consider them for credit and Seal of Civic Readiness alignment.
The Kings Park Central School District board on Oct. 21 adopted a $84,463,413 tax levy for 2025–26 and approved routine items including the 2025–26 Academic Intervention Services plan, acceptance of donations totaling $7,058.41, a $3,500 Whole Kids garden grant, addition of new vendors, and approval of 22 IEPs.
The board honored National Merit-commended students Logan Engle and Alex Staphone and semifinalist Sebastian Bethel, and approved tenure recognition for two teachers at Kings Park High School and William T. Rogers Middle School.