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Coverage of the Board of Education meeting on 2024-09-19,
Village of Croton-on-Hudson, NY.
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2024-10-10
Auditors Give 'Clean Opinion' on District Finances, While Parents Press Board on Anti-Semitism Response
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Key Actions & Decisions
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Accepted the external draft audit for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
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Authorized the Superintendent to file the audit with the state by the October 15 deadline.
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Acknowledged "control deficiencies" regarding the timeliness of monetary deposits (state recommends 72 hours; some were delayed).
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Scheduled a Board Retreat for October 15 to discuss trustee roles and district goals.
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Heard public comments from "Parents Against School Antisemitism" (PASA) regarding the tracking of bias incidents.
2024-10-24
Croton-Harmon Schools Expand Life Skills Curriculum and Student Wellness Survey
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Key Actions & Decisions
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The administration window for the district-wide School Climate Survey opened on Oct. 15 and runs through Oct. 31.
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The survey targets grades 4 at CET, 5-8 at PVC, and 9-12 at CHHS, focusing on "emotional safety" and "sense of belonging."
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Board members approved the agenda for the work session (routine procedural vote).
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Officials presented updates on the Aspire program, which integrates daily living skills with academic instruction for special education students.
2024-11-21
Croton-Harmon Schools Shift from 'Memorizing' to 'Doing' in Major Science Curriculum Overhaul
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Key Actions & Decisions
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Curriculum Presentation: Administration and faculty presented a plan to overhaul the middle school science curriculum to align with New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS).
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Data Analysis: The district revealed that 38% of middle school science instruction (grades 5-8) was previously dedicated to preparing for the 8th-grade Regents exam.
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Demo Lesson: Board members participated in a live demonstration of the new "inquiry-based" teaching method.
2024-12-05
Croton-Harmon Families Confront Board Over 'Toxic' Sports Culture and Handling of Anti-Semitism
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Key Actions & Decisions
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The Board voted to approve the agenda for the December 5, 2024 business meeting.
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Public hearing opened regarding anti-Semitism, with parents urging the administration to adopt a formal definition of anti-Semitism and track incidents more systematically.
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Parents of the girls' volleyball team formally filed DASA reports alleging a "toxic" environment; no personnel changes have been made following an investigation.
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A junior class president and PASSA member requested the board acknowledge past incidents to help the Jewish community feel heard.
2025-01-09
Croton-Harmon School Board Hears Community Calls for Action on Anti-Semitism
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Key Actions & Decisions
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Board President addressed concerns over the scheduling of an ad hoc committee meeting regarding Equity and Social Media policies.
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Community members from "PASA" (Parents Against School Anti-Semitism) delivered recommendations to adopt the IHRA definition of anti-Semitism.
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The board acknowledged upcoming administrative training with the Westchester Jewish Council.
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Discussion of regionalization was scheduled for later in the agenda.
2025-02-13
Croton-Harmon School Board Announces Two Open Seats, Student Talent Shines
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Key Actions & Decisions
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Two Board of Education trustee seats will be filled in the May 20, 2025 election; candidate packets are now available.
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Trustee J. Stein announced she will not seek re-election after 12 years of service.
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Trustee Sherri Chaudhuri announced her intention to run for another term.
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The CET Tiger Day program was highlighted, featuring performances by students Donald, Jake SV, and Adeline Miller.
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The Croton-Harmon High School investment team advanced to the semi-finals of the Wharton Global Competition.
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Information sessions for prospective board members will be held Feb 27 and March 27 at 6:30 p.m.
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Board approved the agenda for the February 13th business meeting.
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