Allison Samuels
Person
Board Trustee
213 mentions
Background
Spoken at:
Board of Education (14 meetings, 2025-03 to 2026-08)
Name verified via: rag.db://meetings/66; rag.db://entities/Allison_Samuels
In our coverage:
- Reorganized School Board Seats Two New Trustees and Two Student Members, With Bhatnagar as President 2026-07-16
- School Board Hires Four Teachers, Shifts $200,000 to Reduce Lunch Fund Deficit at June 29 Special Meeting 2026-06-29
- School Board Grants Tenure, Debates Cell Phone Policy Future, and Bids Farewell to Two Trustees 2026-06-11
- School Board Approves Two Pre-K Provider Agreements, Spends Bulk of Special Meeting in Executive Session 2026-05-21
- Board of Education Grants Tenure to Seven Staff Members in Annual Recognition Ceremony 2026-05-19
- Board of Education Holds Brief Executive Session on Personnel and Student Matters 2026-04-14
Related
Sarah Carrier
Neal Haber
Anamika Bhatnagar
Omar Mayyasi
Board of Education
Ana Teague
Theo Oshiro
Croton-Harmon High School
executive session
Denise Bisaccia
Pierre Van Cortlandt
Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle School
Denise Harrington-Cohen
Stephen Walker
Laura Dubak
Appearances (41 most notable of 213)
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Not Present at Vote: Omar Mayyasi
Action: 1.3 Approval of Agenda
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the agenda as presented.
Motion by …
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby appoints Nicole Macaluso as a 1.0 FTE Science Teacher (Science Tenure Area) at the Croton-Harmon High School, at a salary of $76,868 (MA Step 3). …
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Theo Oshiro.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Not Present at Vote: Omar Mayyasi
Action (Consent): 7.9 Fixed Asset Disposit…
Board Trusteee Allison Samuels noted that "educational philosophy" has a longer shelf life than vision statement which is frequently edited.
Board Trustee Omar Mayyasi noted that it needs some accountability mechanisms, it's too philosophical, needs…
Action: 4.2 Close Public Budget Hearing
Close: 8:47 pm
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby closes the public hearing.
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Sarah Carrier.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier,…
Liaison Reports: Board President Ana Teague noted that the Booster club is holding their annual golf tournament on 6/8. Board Vice-President Anamika Bhatnagar reported that PVC Friday Night Stripes is tomorrow night, 4th graders are invited to this a…
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Neal Haber.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Allison S…
Special Meeting (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)
Generated by Denise Bisaccia on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Members present
Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Meeting called to order at 6:06 PM
1. Ope…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education leaves executive session and returns to the special meeting.
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Theo Oshiro.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo …
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education gratefully accepts a donation in the amount of $500.00 from the Croton Policy Association, Inc. as a contribution to the Officer Charles Riegel Scholarship at Croton-Harmon High School for 2026.
Motion by Sarah …
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Omar Mayyasi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Recognition: 1.3 Recognition of National Technical Honor So…
A1621.201-06-0000
O&M : Main of Equipments
39,764.25
A1620.466-06-0000
O&M : Projects
A1621.477-06-0000
O&M : Electric
232,553.00
A1620.466-06-0000
O&M : Projects
A1620.400-06-0000
Architect Service
…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the repair reserve proposition resolution as presented.
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Allison Samuels.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar…
Special Meeting (Tuesday, March 31, 2026)
Generated by Denise Bisaccia on Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Members present
Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Meeting called to order at 7:48 AM
1. Openi…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the 2026-2027 Notice of Annual Meeting and Budget Hearing as presented.
Motion by Allison Samuels, second by Anamika Bhatnagar.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Ca…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby enters into Executive Session to discuss the employment of a particular person or persons and an exempt subject(s) involving a confidential student matter regarding a particular student.
Motion by Sarah C…
Special Meeting (Wednesday, March 18, 2026)
Generated by Denise Bisaccia on Thursday, March 19, 2026
Members present
Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Meeting called to order at 6:03 PM
1. Opening of Meeti…
2. Closing of Meeting
Action: 2.1 Adjournment
9:07 pm
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby adjourns the meeting.
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Anamika Bhatnagar
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Neal Haber, Omar…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby gratefully accepts the donation in the amount of $100 by Susan Aguado for the Steven "Iggy" Aguado Scholarship Fund at the Croton-Harmon High School.
Motion by Neal Haber, second by Allison Samuels.
Fina…
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education gratefully accepts a donation in the amount of $200.00 from Neal and Suzanne Haber as a contribution to the Gene Perl Memorial Award at Croton-Harmon High School.
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Allison Samue…
Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the minutes of the February 26, 2026 work session as presented.
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Allison Samuels.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Ca…
Action (Consent), Minutes: 7.11 Minutes - February 12, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the minutes of the February 12, 2026 Regular Meeting.
Motion by Allison Samuels, second by Omar Mayyasi.…
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Action: 4.3 Establishment of New Scholarship: Laura Martinez Legacy Scholarship
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the esta…
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Action: 5.2 Donation - David Edward Cohen Scholarship …
Business Meeting (Thursday, February 12, 2026)
Generated by Denise Bisaccia on Friday, February 13, 2026
Members present
Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Meeting called to order at 7:01 PM
1. Opening of M…
Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the fixed asset disposition as presented.
FIXED ASSET DISPOSITION FORM
1/21/2026
Building
Room
Asset Tag #
Asset Description
Manufacturer
Model Number
Serial #
Notes
…
107440
Portable Radio
Motorola
XPR6550
037TQJ6548
CHHS
107417
Portable Radio
Motorola
XPR6550
037TQJ4778
CHHS
107445
Portable Radio
Motorola
XPR6550
037TQK0413
CHHS
107434
Portable Radio
Motorola
XPR6550
037TQL04…
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague
Report: 4.6 Update: Stop Arm Camera Installation on District Buses
Assistant Superintendent for Business Den…
On the question: Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported that the 2 projects are related to repairs in the buildings. A hearing is required for Board approval of expenditure. Funds do not come out of general fund as th…
Action: 7.1 Executive Session - Enter
RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby enters into Executive Session to discuss an exempt subject(s) involving a confidential student matter regarding a particular student
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second …
Action (Consent): 7.3 Non-instructional Personnel - Resignation
Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby accepts the non-instructional personnel resignation of Alexander Massafra, Substitute Teacher and Substitute Teacher Aide, effec…
On the question: Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen noted that this opportunity was open to all NYSIR subscribers.
Board Vice President Anamika Bhatnagar stated that it was great that we're taking advantage of this.
Boar…
Board Trustee Sarah Carrier reminded the Board that the LHEC legislative forum will take place on 1/29 (zoom), all encouraged to attend.
Board Trustee Allison Samuels asked that the Policy Committee consider that the public provide their name/addres…
Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the appointment of Stephanie Gaudinier, Varsity Softball Head Coach, for the 2026 Spring Season, at a stipend of $6,759.
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar.
Final R…
Board Vice President Anamika Bhatnagar noted that the Village bike/pedestrian committee has met with Ms. Leslie re: her ideas for this grant and she'll be connecting with village members re: how to implement it and make it last. It's great to introd…
October 2025 Appropriation Status Report
October 2025 Budget Transfer Report
October 2025 Revenue Status Report
October 2025 Treasurer's Report
October 2025 Trial Balance Report
Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar.
Final Resolu…
Andrea Furey attended the policy committee meeting, and noted that she is concerned with what's happening with public education in this country. She supports public education and encourages the community to support it.
Allison Samuels spoke concerni…
Board President Ana Teague spoke on the following topics:
Policy Committee scheduling and its role as a Board committee
A reminder that the Board does not comment on ongoing contract negotiations
Thanks to athletic department for recognizing sch…
Hi. I'm Allison Samuels. I'm at 237 Mount Perry Road West, and I'm also a founder of. And I just would like to continue along with what Michelle said on on record, what we recommend and also to thank everybody who's who has been making some movement …
Board Vice President Omar Mayyasi gave the report which included the following topics:
BTS nights
PT conferences
PTA/PTAs ask for continued support
Upcoming NYSSBA conference
BOE Retreat 10/15
CHEF Dine-A-Round 11/9
Discussion: 2.3 Hearing of …
Hi. Thank you. I'm Allison Samuels. I reside at 237 Mount Marygrove West, and I'm also a cofounder of. So on September 11, we met with we presented our findings for our our screen report, and I'd like to put on the record what some of them were. Some…