The Croton-Harmon Union Free School District Board of Education met Thursday evening to review detailed budget presentations from all three schools and accept the resignation of a key administrator, among other business items. **Budget Presentations Highlight Vision Map Progress** Superintendent Brendan Walker introduced comprehensive budget presentations for the 2026-2027 school year from each school building and Pupil Personnel Services 1. The presentations showcased how each school is implementing the district's Vision Map, which was adopted by the VPS Board and aims to ensure "all members of our learning community will demonstrate an enduring curiosity, engage in the pursuit of inspiration, and develop the habits of mind to promote personal growth and the well-being of society" 2. At Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School, Principal Kerri Bianchi and Assistant Principal Craig Campanaro highlighted the school's journey, including proposed budget details and school climate data 3. The presentation showed third and fourth grade ELA proficiency data alongside how the school is bringing the Vision Map to life 4. Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle School Acting Principal Nichole Kelly presented the middle school's achievements and growth data, along with school climate information showing 437 responses from their fall 2025 survey 5. The presentation emphasized how PVC is bringing the Vision Map to life through various educational experiences. Croton-Harmon High School Principal Dr. Laura Dubak and Assistant Principal Erica Fiorini showcased new course offerings including AP Business with Personal Finance Career Kickstart and expanded Project Lead the Way programs 6. The high school presentation included impressive data on Regents and AP outcomes, as well as college acceptances for the Class of 2025 7. Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services Rachel DePaul presented the PPS budget, highlighting the district's "Culture of Wellbeing" initiatives, the Family Resource Center, enhanced community connections, and programs like Unified Sports and the Vocational Readiness Program 8. **Athletic Director Resigns** In a significant personnel change, the board accepted the resignation of Christine Drago, Director of Athletics, Physical Education, Health and Wellness, effective end of day June 30, 2026 9. The resignation was approved 7-0 by all seven board members present 10. **Student Recognition and Achievements** The meeting began with recognition of outstanding student achievements. Dr. Dubak introduced four National Technical Honor Society students from Croton-Harmon High School who attend PNW BOCES programs: Brooke Nusbaum in Child Development & Education, Avery Ragsly in Cosmetology, Bodhi Portnoy in Law Enforcement, and Sophia Misiti in New Visions Health 11. PNW BOCES Superintendent Neil Boyle and Board Trustee Neal Haber, who also serves on the PNW BOCES Board, spoke about the importance of technical education 12. The board also recognized Leaders of Tomorrow students Nicky Mukherjee, Laila Asghar, and Thomas Cornell, along with their CET advisors Robin Woolley and Tammi Trudell 13. **Policy Updates and Equipment Purchases** The board conducted first readings of two policies under review. Policy Committee member Anamika Bhatnagar described Policy 0000 (Educational Philosophy) as being in a regular evaluation cycle, noting the committee's goal to condense it while maintaining its foundational elements 14. Policy 2510 (New Board Member Orientation) is being evaluated in conjunction with the Board Development Committee, considering recent onboarding improvements 15. Board Trustee Allison Samuels suggested Policy 0000 should include more references to learning and evidence-based decision making, while Board President Ana Teague requested the NYSSBA boilerplate policy be made available for reference between readings 16. The board approved the purchase of a scissor lift for grounds maintenance from Olori High Reaching, LLC for $23,500.00 17. They also approved a side letter of agreement with the Croton Teachers' Association 18. **Generous Scholarship Donations** The board gratefully accepted multiple scholarship donations totaling $7,275. The CHHS PTSA contributed $4,750 for their scholarship fund, while the Croton Democratic Committee donated $500 each for the Frances Allen and John Habib scholarships 19. Franzoso Contracting, Inc. provided $1,000 for the Erica Illescas Memorial Award, the Croton Police Association contributed $500 for the Officer Charles Riegel Scholarship, and Susan McCormack added $25 to the Class of 1985 Scholarship Fund 20. **Financial and Operational Matters** Audit Committee Chair Omar Mayyasi congratulated the Business Office for their internal audit success, reporting all risks as low with no findings 21. Board Trustee Samuels commended the team for treating the audit as an opportunity for growth and improvement 22. The board approved numerous consent agenda items, including athletic mergers for the 2026-2027 school year with Hendrick Hudson for Varsity Girls Swimming and Diving, and a three-way merger with Briarcliff Manor and Hendrick Hudson for Modified, JV, and Varsity Boys Volleyball 23. They also approved PNW BOCES cooperative bidding participation for various supplies and services 24. Budget transfers totaling $423,221.30 were approved to fund end-of-year projects, moving money from maintenance, utilities, and architectural services to the projects account 25. The board also approved a $408,491.89 budget increase using BAN premium funds from the Debt Service Fund 26. The meeting entered a late-night executive session at 11:39 PM to discuss employment and confidential student matters. Trustee Omar Mayyasi departed the session at 1:43 AM. The board returned from executive session at 1:51 AM and officially adjourned at 1:52 AM. All board members were present for the main meeting: President Ana Teague, Vice President Anamika Bhatnagar, and trustees Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, and Allison Samuels 27. The meeting was called to order at 7:36 PM 28.