New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Chryssipa Hooky, a Goshen Central School District art teacher, told the board that New York State Part 100 emphasizes certified instruction, described staffing gaps (no kindergarten art since 2010), outlined course pathways and internships, and highlighted recent student awards and trips.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Interim Superintendent Tom Bongiovi wrapped up a district video series on employer expectations, highlighted Scotchtown's early-childhood communication lessons, and invited community members to a "Coffee with Supe" meet-and-greet Thursday, Feb. 26 at 8:30 a.m. at Fitlin'at Cafe.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
A staff member for GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT presented a draft school calendar noting Sept. 1 as a superintendent conference day, multiple half days for staff development and shifted parent-teacher conferences before Thanksgiving; the transcript records no formal vote on the calendar.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
The board approved the consent agenda, adopted policy updates (second reading and retirements) and approved new business items by voice vote, then voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District officials presented a preliminary $102 million budget with a $6.2 million gap, proposed bonds to buy five new buses and flagged a December capital-project vote for facility upgrades including a high-school roof replacement. Board members pressed staff on insurance and retirement cost drivers.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
With 74 UPK registrants and uncertainty over state aid, the board agreed to hold to 54 in-house UPK seats, create a waitlist for 24 additional applicants, and proceed with a lottery and provider contract while awaiting final state funding figures.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Board members said they engaged BOCES to conduct a superintendent search; applications were expected to close around Feb. 20, with screenings Feb. 27, stakeholder interviews the week of March 9, board interviews the week of March 16, and a goal to appoint a superintendent in April.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Board members said a three‑year policy audit has reviewed roughly 450 policies and created a new code of conduct, with district staff and a coordinator singled out for extensive work. The board said only a small number of policies remain to complete the crosswalk.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Assistant Superintendent for Business reported a preliminary 2026–27 budget gap of about $6.5 million and presented interim financials; the board discussed timing for state aid figures and corrective‑action steps for the federal single audit. The board approved a consent agenda with multiple retirements.
New York / School Districts / GOSHEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Interim Superintendent delivered a mid‑year 'state of the district' emphasizing teamwork, board goals and a tentative December 2026 capital project vote; Athletic Director George St. Lawrence presented K–12 physical education standards, program participation and initiatives including a student food drive and Hall of Fame project.