Leadership Succession

CHHS Round Robin Course Selection PVC & CHHS Winter Concerts/CET Sing-along Wendy Armstrong's Passion Project: The Corridor of Courage at PVC Jokes Report: 2.4 Assistant Superintendent for Business Report Assistant Superintendent for Business De…

Action: 3.2 Creation of New Position - Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services That the Board of Education approve the resolution as follows: WHEREAS, the Board of Education has determined to restructure the administrative positions wi…

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ms. DePaul be appointed as Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services, effective immediately, and that she will continue to receive all terms and conditions of employment as she did as Director of Pupil Personne…

Motion by Joshua Diamond, second by Omar Mayyasi. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Sarah Carrier, Joshua Diamond, Omar Mayyasi, Ana Teague, Theo Oshiro, Anamika Bhatnagar On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business, Denise Harringt…

Consent Agenda Action (Consent): 3.1 Consent Agenda Approval Resolution: That the Board of Education approves all the items on the consent agenda. Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Ana Teague. On the question: Board Trustee Anamika Bhatnagar aske…

Speakers included PVC Principal Michael Plotkin, Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths, Croton-Harmon High School Principal Dr. Laura Dubak, World Languages Teacher Lisa Percoco, 3rd grade teacher Elizabeth Sofroniou, CHHS Guidance Counselor Zoha N…

Village Police Advisory Committee SELC Parent University Boys' Volleyball Team's Section 1 Sportsmanship Award Christine Drago's Appointment as Director of Health, Wellness, Physical Education and Athletics The new Self-Defense Phys Ed Elective a…

Motion by Neal Haber, second by Omar Mayyasi. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths noted that the number of holidays that had to be considered was significant. An uninterrupted week of break is required of one of our bargaining …

Discussion: 7.2 Board Reports Board Trustee Anamika Bhatnagar reported that the advocacy committee has not met, and will be participating in round tables with Dana Levenberg and Pete Harkham to learn about legislative progress. The LEGC legislative f…

New Business Action: 2.1 Non-Instructional Appointment - Director of School Health Services On the question: Board of Education Vice President Neal Haber questioned the title of the appointment. Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths confirmed tha…

Student Trustee Ex Officio Amelia Sackman reported on the following topics: Band performed at Universal Studios Sophomores to visit Holocaust museum SFC update National Hispanic Club fair in April Interact Club raising money by duct taping princ…

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District approve the Agreement with the County of Westchester for the use of certain voting machines and equipment and authorizes and empowers the Super…

Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services Rachel DePaul presented the proposed PPS budget for 2024-25. Highlights included specialized programs, embedded therapeutic services and the new community family liaison, multi-tiered system of su…

Superintendent Stephen Walker and Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen presented a summary of the 2024-2025 budget. Topics included: Budget development timeline Budget priorities Vision Map goals Making systemic change …

Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Board Trustee Omar Mayyasi confirmed the capacity at 50 students. Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen confirmed and explained the bidding process and proposals …

Ms. Teague asked how would we make up the difference? Ms. Harrington-Cohen responded that we may not need to based on the state's budget. The lottery will open 4/11, close 5/3,  and the drawing will be 5/9. Ms. Bhatnagar questioned differences in sta…

Motion by Neal Haber, second by Ana Teague. On the question:  Board Trustee Joshua Diamond asked if we encountered less asbestos in the roof projects than expected. Per Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen, yes we did; we ha…

That the Board of Education approves the intermunicipal agreement between the Village of Croton-On-Hudson and the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District for the use and maintenance of Firefighter's Field as presented. Motion by Omar Mayyasi, secon…

Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Board Trustee Ana Teague asked if there was overlap in instruction with regards to item 8.2.  Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths confirmed that this was correct. Board Trustee Omar…

Library Budget Discussion: 2.1 Croton Free Library Budget Presentation Jesse Bourdon, Director of the Croton Free Library, presented the library's proposed budget of $962,222. 3. Public Budget Hearing Action, Discussion: 3.1 Open Public Budget He…

Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Ana Teague. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen noted that it was an extensive bidding process, and that, despite SED lags, the team was able to put this bid together and …

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the transfer of funds in the amount of $125,000 from the General Fund to reduce the operating deficit of the School Lunch Fund; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent…

Motion by Ana Teague, second by Joshua Diamond. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths explained that Regents rating day announced as June 27 instead of June 25 as expected. Two student contact days needed to be removed.  As discu…

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District approves and authorizes the following budgetary increases to account for the unanticipated additional revenue gained from a premium on the BAN …

$29,900   per annum Internal Auditor, R.S. Abrams & Company, LLP,  $23,500  per annum Claims Auditor, Peter Drexler,   $9,408   per annum Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services, Census Taker (no additional stipend) Assistant Sup…

Resolution: RESOLVED: that the Superintendent of Schools be authorized to certify payrolls to the proper authorities on the occasions required, and the Assistant Superintendent for Business be authorized to adjust payrolls, in accordance with all bar…

1. Croton-Harmon High School with the Principal as Bursar: not to exceed $100.00 2. Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle School with the Principal as Bursar: not to exceed $100.00 3. Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School with the Principal as Bursar: not t…

Resolution: RESOLVED: That, in accordance to with Policy 8334, the Board of Education authorizes the following individuals to use the District's Chase MasterCard credit cards during the 2024-2025 school year as presented. Mr. Stephen Walker, Superin…

Action: 6.02 Side Letter of Agreement - CTA RESOLVED: That the Board of Education approves the side letter of agreement between the Croton-Harmon UFSD and the Croton Teachers' Association Bargaining Unit as presented. Motion by Joshua Diamond, seco…

Geradi Baseball Award 2024-2025 RESOLVED: That the Board of Education approves the establishment of the Michael J. Geradi Baseball Award at the Croton-Harmon High School for 2024-2025. Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Joshua Diamond. On the ques…

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education approves the Reciprocal Emergency Evacuation and Temporary Shelter Agreement between Croton-Harmon Union Free School District and Hendrick Hudson Central School District as presented. Motion by Sarah Carrier, se…

Action: 7.04 Instructional Personnel Recommendation That the Board of Education approves the 2024-25 part-time instructional personnel appointment of Nancy Rimoli, .8 AIS, Elementary Teacher, Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School, (MA+15 Step 12). M…

Ed Riely spoke in support of the Teacher Aides and noted that how they are treated will set an example among other staff. He is concerned that the housing situation will affect the school district. District cannot discriminate against these schoolchi…

Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. On the question:  Board Trustee Neal Haber posed a question regarding the authorizations for applying monies to appropriated fund balance, etc. -- Is that different than previous?  Assistant Supe…

Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. On the question:  Board Trustee asked if this was approved at a previous meeting.  Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths responded affirmatively, noting that it is a change in assignment -- it …

July 11, 2024 Meeting Minutes Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Sarah Carrier, Joshua Diamond, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Anamika Bhatnagar 7. Closing of the Meeting Procedural: 7.1 Hearin…

Board Trustee Neal Haber noted that the Board should consider other avenues for informal discussion as well. Board Trustee Sarah Carrier responded that the communications committee will be addressing this. Ms. Bhatnagar noted that the advocacy comm…

We wanted about 45 school districts and discussing the status of where we are with other partners today. I believe there's probably six that it would be late. Two years ago, I had a situation where the assistant superintendent for business is probabl…

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I will turn it over to you. Thank you, Anna. Good evening, everyone. Thank you to everyone who's here in person. Thank you to everyone, all of our tigers who are watching from home. Thank you particularly to the phenomenal members of the faculty, who…

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Rachel DePaul, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services Leandra Ramirez, School Psychologist, CHHS Cassandra Lella, Teacher, PVC Carmen Rosario, Social Worker Eva Thaddeus, Community Aide Worker Nicole DeMascio, Teacher, PVC Robin …

Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Theo Oshiro. On the question:  Board Trustee Neal Haber asked for change order clarification.  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen explained that all three change orders relate to construc…

Tracey Finan - PVC Math Teacher Philip Ranieri   - CHHS  Math Teacher Derrick Davis - CHHS  Math Teacher Isabella Zappa   - CHHS  Math Teacher Noah Gallagher  - CHHS  Science Teacher Zhanna Glazenburg   - CHHS   Science   Teacher Jamie Ro…

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Assistant Superintendent Denise Harrington-Cohen added that the 30-day comment period was opened.  No questions were received. Action: 3.3 Adjourn the Public Hearing on the District Wide Safety & Emergency Management Plan Public hearing adjourned a…

Superintendent Stephen Walker noted that the team is aware.  He will ask specifically about insurance and will put it in the weekly notifications to the BOE. Board President Ana Teague mentioned concerns about safety issues. Assistant Superintenden…

Consent Agenda Action (Consent): 3.1 Consent Agenda Approval Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves all the items under the consent agenda. Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. Board Trustee Neal Haber …

There are certain parts of the state where this has driven a lot of conversation. Long Island, particularly, it's a place that I'm speaking particularly. But, essentially, I don't know what I'm trying to do in the next couple slides, and this all com…

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It's not just my. I was telling Suzanne as well. Sure. Thank you, Isabelle, and we hope you do come back and get some I will. Definitely for that. Definitely for that. And definitely for this board meeting, I'm sure. Yeah. Yeah. Thank you so much. An…

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That, is going up considerably. So the rates are averaged around 16.5%. So for our noncertified staff, we pay 16.5% on top of their salary for retirement benefits. The teachers' retirement system, the rates, will not be finalized until, next month, b…

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Recommended action. We have resolved it upon the recommendation of the superintendent of schools, board of education hereby grants tenure to Rachel DePaul, assistant superintendent of pupil person unserved in the tenure area from Harvard Union Free S…

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Okay. On December 17, policy committee met, went through a variety of different policies. All of these are business office related policies that we'll review and discuss with assistant superintendent for business. You will see they relate to revision…

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Mr. Walker noted that this doesn't have to be a one-size-fits-all process. There are a lot of kindred spirits out there for us in terms of other school districts that we can work with effectively. The Board expressed its consensus that it concurred …

Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen gave a 2025-26 budget development update including: Budget Timeline Revenue Assumptions Expenditure Assumptions Next Steps Budget Presentation Schedule Board Trustee Neal Haber a…

RESOLVED: That upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, the Board of Education hereby grants tenure to Rachel DePaul, (Administrator - Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services tenure area), Croton-Harmon Union Free School…

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the proposed settlement for the Tax Certiorari of Matter of South Riverside Croton, LLC v. Assessor of the Town of Cortlandt, et al. (Sup. Ct. West. Co. Index No. 65153/22) as presented. Motion b…

Concerns are not minimized, dealing with bias of any form will continue to be discussed. Discussion: 6.3 Polling of the Board Board Trustee Sarah Carrier spoke about upcoming LHEC & WestPut SBA meetings on regionalization and the governors' budget.…

Work Session Presentation: 2.1 The Pulse of our School: Analyzing Climate Data The presentation on The Pulse of our School was introduced by Rachel DePaul, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services. The following administrators presente…

Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Board Trustee Joshua Diamond asked if the amendment concerned the date change.  Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths confirmed that it did. Board Trustee Neal Haber asked if the st…

Thank you so much, Isabelle. Moving on to item 2.4, assistant superintendent for business, Denise Herrington with an update on the 2025 or 2026 revenue budget.

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Report: 2.4 2025-2026 Budget Presentation (Revenues) Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen gave an update on the budget development focusing on Revenues: Governor’s Executive Budget & State Aid Proposal State Aid Comparison…

On the question:  Board Trustee Neal Haber recognized work of the calendar committee. He noted that, while we don't provide transportation to private schools on days our district is not open, we do provide transportation to BOCES if open.  Is the BOC…

Board President Ana Teague registered for the 3/14 SuperEval workshop, hosted by NYSSBA, and gave a shout out to winter sports athletes celebrating senior games. Discussion: 8.4 Items Needed for Next Board of Education Meeting Assistant Superintend…

Denise Harrington-Cohen, Assistant Superintendent for Business, introduced the 2025-2026 Budget presentation Superintendent Stephen Walker presented the budget as it relates to the Vision Map. Kelly Lent, Assistant Business Manager, presented the 2…

There's also some discussion regarding the ping pong tournament, and that's, you know, a fundraiser for student back in the congress where they kind of request 100% participate in from that committee or from that student body. And they all come and t…

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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District approve the Agreement with the County of Westchester for the use of certain voting machines and equipment and authorizes and empowers the Super…

They'll share information about the facts and figures related to their particular buildings and departments related to that budget proposal, and then some discussion of longer term vision and where all this work is taking us and taking our students t…

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We've had assistant superintendents of PPS come and visit us, clinicians visit our specialized programs here at the high school and at CET specifically, but we do have a specialized program at the middle school. So, you know, we have been it's word-o…

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Rachel DePaul, Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services reported on the 2025-2026 Pupil Personnel budget. Principals and Assistant Principals reported on their 2025-2026 building-level budgets. Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School: Ker…

Intramural sport offerings, and I know Christina shared this the success on a pilot basis over the past year, and we're gonna look to expand that where possible to help support our students who may not be quite ready to make one of our teams at a par…

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it's there's a there's a possibility, I mean, there's a possibility that most districts will be approving their budgets, prior to really knowing their state aid numbers. So I feel that as a district, we are very safe in our projections, which I'll ge…

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That makes the, business office have to do much less work because they don't need to look at each of the receipts and catalog them, etcetera. And, the amount which is proposed, $55 a day, is the same as the total in our current policy if one were to …

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Advocacy: Advocacy Committee Chair Theo Oshiro reported that the committee met 3/17, discussed state budgets from senate & assembly and cell phone policy updates. He asked about meetings with legislators, in that WPSBA typically puts together these m…

Ongoing Business Action: 5.1 2025-2026 Property Tax Report Card RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the 2025-2026 Property Tax Report Card as presented. Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Assistant …

I'm suggesting changing that word community needs, that's why we're not sure what community requirements meant for community needs to the extent that we are talking about things in in the instructional programs and offerings certainly make more sense…

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Discussion: 2.1 Croton Free Library Budget Presentation Jesse Bourdon, Director of the Croton Free Library, presented the library's proposed budget. 3. Public Budget Hearing Action, Discussion: 3.1 Open Public Budget Hearing The public budget hea…

Assistant Superintendent for PPS, Rachel DePaul added:  4/30: UPK drawing held, 81 entries, 56 seats to fill, 25 students are on the wait list currently, families have until 5/14 for final decisions. Report: 4.2 Hearing of the Public Mr. Ed Riely s…

On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen noted that item 9.9 (Change Order) represents work not completed by original contractor, now awarded to 2nd contractor. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bh…

Communication: Communication Committee Chair Sarah Carrier reported that the committee has not met since last meeting.  The next meeting is to be scheduled.  She thanked Assistant Superintendent Denise Harrington-Cohen, Technology/Communications Spec…

Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Joshua Diamond, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Ana Teague Action: 1.3 Approval of Agenda RESOLVED: That the Board…

Report: 2.2 Hearing of the Public Ed Riely spoke on the following topics: BOE celebrating the raising of the PRIDE flag at Croton Summerfest -- it's an abuse of public property, that should be decried, not celebrated. Disagreed with restrictions on …

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the transfer of funds in the amount of $100,000 from the General Fund to reduce the operating deficit of the School Lunch Fund; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent…

Motion by Neal Haber, second by Joshua Diamond. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Joshua Diamond, Neal Haber, Theo Oshiro, Ana Teague ---------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Closing…

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves all items under the consent agenda for the organizational meeting as presented. Motion by Sarah Carrier, second by Omar Mayyasi. On the question.  Board Trustee Neal Haber notes that regarding i…

District Clerk, Denise Bisaccia School District Treasurer, Barry Gamzon School District Deputy Treasurer, Asst. Business Manager, at a stipend of $1,500 Central Treasurer for the Student Activities Funds, Asst. Business Manager (no additional s…

Financial Advisors, Capital Markets Advisors,  fees pursuant to fee schedule. Claims Auditor, Peter Drexler, $9,408 per annum Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services, Census Taker (no additional stipend) Assistant Superintendent of P…

RESOLVED: that the Superintendent of Schools be authorized to certify payrolls to the proper authorities on the occasions required, and the Assistant Superintendent for Business be authorized to adjust payrolls, in accordance with all bargaining unit…

1. Croton-Harmon High School with the Principal as Bursar: not to exceed $100.00 2. Pierre Van Cortlandt Middle School with the Principal as Bursar: not to exceed $100.00 3. Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School with the Principal as Bursar: not t…

Mr. Stephen Walker, Superintendent of Schools, not to exceed $5,000. Denise Harrington-Cohen, Assistant Superintendent for Business, not to exceed $5,000. Rachel DePaul, Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services, not to exceed $2,500. …

Policy 1901 Parent and Family Engagement Policy 2160 School Board Member Ethics Policy 2160-R School Board Member Ethics Regulation Policy 2160-E School Board Member Code of Ethics Exhibit Policy 5100 Attendance Policy 5300 - Code of Conduct P…

Regular Meeting Procedural: 6.01 Hearing of the Public Mr. Ed Riely spoke to welcome the new BOE member.  He noted that conservatives are not well represented on the board...any fellow traveler is welcomed on the board.  He also commended Assistant…

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby individually authorizes the Superintendent of Schools and Assistant Superintendent for Business to execute a settlement agreement to resolve and release the claims of Lorri Funtleyder and Bou…

Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague Action: 9.03 Instructional Personnel Resignation RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves the i…

Jenna DeGrazia, Teacher Aide at CET, effective end of day 6/27/25 Sarah Bianchi, Teacher Aide at CET, effective end of day 6/27/25 Madeline Sena, Teacher Aide at CET, effective end of day 6/27/25 Victoria Rosso, Teacher Aide at CET, effective e…

Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen explained that the tax warrant sets the tax rate for the taxing jurisdiction (Yorktown and Cortlandt) and allows the receiv…

The law is also limited to school grounds. Student Representative Filomena DiMarco reported that she and fellow students discuss situations where it would be necessary and agree that central storage would not work.  She has been in enrichment period…

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby accepts the resignation of Lori Anne Mihalczo, Teacher at Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School, effective 8/11/25 Motion by Anamika Bhatnagar, second by Omar Mayyasi. On the question:  Board Trustee Neal…

Tompkins Elementary School; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Education of Croton-Harmon Union Free School District authorizes the District’s Assistant Business Manager to sign the Grant Disbursement Agreement with DASNY for the above-ref…

7. Consent Agenda Action (Consent): 7.1 Approval of Consent Agenda RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby approves all the items under the Consent Agenda. Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. On the question:  Board Trustee …

Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen gave kudos to the contractors, especially Pierotti and DeRosa who are working well together.  She also recognized Director of Facilities Brad Kennedy and his technical ability. She remind…

Reports Report: 2.1 PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP - Audit Report Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen and Audit Committee member Omar Mayyasi presented the audit statement and results of the Audit Committee meeting earlier today…

On the question:  Board Trustee Theo Oshiro asked for clarification on the facilities use fees. Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington--Cohen responded that capital upgrades and lack of increasing rates in the past 5+ years dictated…

RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby appoints Denise Harrington-Cohen as District Clerk Pro Tem for the purpose of this meeting. Motion by Neal Haber, second by Sarah Carrier Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah C…

Superintendent Stephen Walker introduced the work session topic. The Power of Partnership: How ENL and ICT Create Equitable Learning Experiences Presenters: Rachel DePaul, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services Danielle Van Tassel …

Action: 4.1 Donation - CHEF - Learning How to Ride a Bike RESOLVED: That the Board of Education gratefully accepts a grant from the Croton-Harmon Education Foundation (CHEF) in the amount of $5,478.00 for the purchase of bicycles for Kindergarten an…

Ms. Teague reported that she connected with the Tarrytown BOE and they held their first Meet the BOE based on our information.  She attended the auditorium ribbon-cutting and was very impressed by the school wide talent. Ms. Bhatnagar concurred re: …

Student Faculty Congress had a meeting today where they discussed the involvement of students at BOE meetings. The ping pong tournament is in the planning stages and there was discussion of creating a suggestion box. 3. Instructional Personnel Act…

Motion by Neal Haber, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen summarized this agreement. Stop Arm camera safety external cameras were approved in September of 2024. Bus Patrol offe…

The students looked proud to use it. Assistant Superintendent John Griffiths agreed that it was the best HS concert he's seen from the quality and amount of repertoire.  The students' musicianship really rose to the occasion. Board Trustee Neal Hab…

Board President Ana Teague noted that she will work on a draft resolution supporting UPK funding. Audit: Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported that the Audit Committee will be meeting in January. Board Development: …

Rachel Axelrod, do you want to add what's going on? I know there's a Yes. Yes, thank you. Good evening. This actually next Wednesday, January 14th, the Family Resource Center will be hosting a second family learning night which is understanding your …

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at the district office where we will continue going through our list of items that have been brought to us for our February meeting for first reading and we'll continue forward. Thank you. You guys have been quite busy. I think communications and pol…

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BOE President Ana Teague presented on the following topics: Coming back from winter break Beginning Budget Season CET: Coaches Chat & Chew to meet re: math materials CET Literacy Committee to meet on 1/26 CET PTA: next meeting is 3/19 PVC PTA: …

Policy: Committee Chair Neal Haber reported that they met on 12/16 and approved polices for first reading today, and changed some that had first readings, to second readings.  The next meeting is 1/20, 1 pm. Liaison Reports: None Report: 2.6 Assis…

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…

Is this something that administration feels they would like the ability to jump on these types of things without the necessity of getting advanced approval so that there may be a modification to policy 6700 for this purpose based on this last experie…

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Board Trustee Sarah Carrier attended the Booster Club meeting, where they discussed the Mayclim tournament, spring sports, and swag at Family Resource Center. Ms. Bhatnagar commented on the SEPTA Family Resource Center's great use of space. Student e…

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…

On the question: Board Trustee Neal Haber thanked Board Trustee Omar Mayyasi for originally suggesting the establishment of the repair reserve. Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen noted that it is the second time we've used …

On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported that the Business Office conducted a study of natural gas usage, including supply costs vs delivery costs. The deregulation of supply side gave us the option of …

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…

Would you prefer to have people in front of the board or do you want people behind the board? So, we need to shift over. And we want to invite the parents also to join us. Thank you. Go for it. Yeah, stand next to Maya. We'll just be Thank you. THANK…

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One of the other gifts that he gave us was telling us well in advance of his plans in terms of his retirement. and that allowed us to be in a position that most districts aren't. and giving us a couple of years to think really planfully about who wou…

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Laura Dubac as a 1.0 FTE assistant superintendent administrator assistant superintendent tenure area at a salary of $238,000. Dr. Dubac is appointed to a three-year probationary term as assistant superintendent commencing on July 1st, 2026 and probat…

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Thank you. I just want to respond to that. when Superintendent Walker came to us and when assistant superintendent John Rubbertz came to us and gave us the luxury really of of telling us well in advance that he was about to retire and we could start …

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I also want to point out that in response to a conversation with the village, assistant superintendent Paul and the family resource center will be hosting a summer camp showcase on February 25th with over 20 local and surrounding summer camp represen…

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As many others have said, kids who have access do better later on in school and schools are in kind helped by having classes of kids who come in better prepared and on similar levels with their classmates, which would, I imagine, would save the distr…

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I think while we were all we were all happy to see that that Safe Harmless was kept intact, that, there was an increase, I think it was just continuing to to to push the fact that that it's not a sufficient increase given how how fast costs are risin…

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That's a that's a big one this year. based on our experience over the last three years with our with our electric vehicles. so we're looking closely at that and then again accessess assessing current performance based on our fund balance projections.…

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And if you want to stay connected, we have our social media pages and you can contact us at budget.quests at chopst.org if you have any questions. And that concludes my report. Thank you very much. Thank you very much. We will now move into instructi…

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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…

Presentation: 1.6 Recognition of the 2026 Valedictorian & Salutatorian Dr. Laura Dubak, CHHS Principal and Erical Fiorini, CHHS Assistant Principal, introduced the 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, Jeremy Pollak and Maya Sebestyen, respectively. …

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby appoints Dr. Laura Dubak, as a 1.0 FTE Assistant Superintendent (Administrator - Assistant Superintendent Tenure Area), at a salary of $238,…

Board President Ana Teague stated that Assistant Superintendent Griffiths gave enough notice of his retirement and they spoke extensively of the process since that time. Dr. Dubak  met with groups of BOE members and no one had objections during this …

Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Ana Teague Abstain: Allison Samuels 2. Reports Presentation, Report: 2.1 President's Report Board President Ana Teague reported on the following topics: FAQ document was sent out to the communit…

Audit: Committee Chair Omar Mayyasi was not in attendance.  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported that they will be postponing February 26 meeting to early March. Board Development: Committee Chair Anamika Bhatnagar …

Liaison Reports: Board Trustee Neal Haber reported that he attended Student Faculty Congress where they discussed additional thoughts re: Policy 2125 re: the student ex-officio.  They engaged in a robust discussion re: changes to be made to CHHS sche…

Action: 3.1 Administrative Personnel Resignation RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby accepts the administrative personnel resignation of Dr. Laura Dubak, Principal, Croton-Harmon High School, effective end of day June 30, 2026, for the purp…

So as we take time to consider the superintendent's goals, I want to take a moment and remind my fellow trustees of some of the goals and commitments we made at the reorganization meeting at the start of this term in July. At that meeting, we each si…

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Again for purposes I'm informing the public as I stated at the last meeting. There was a very thorough process developed by the district in consultation with board leadership and the full board. Dr. Dubac was recommended to the board by administratio…

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Craig Campaniro took position of assistant principal from fourth grade teacher at CCT among others. At the same time, the district has searched externally to hire talented individuals such as our PPS assistant superintendent Rachel Depal, QVC assista…

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Thank you all. Thank you. So, I just want to speak briefly as I do at the start of really every budget meeting. I realized today this is the fifth budget cycle I've had a chance to be a part of here. and I think as the board and community will see, t…

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Athletic Director Christine Drago will be monitoring this and they also discussed ways to keep athletes safe, healthy, and active. 2. Work Session Presentation: 2.1 2026-2027 Budget Presentation Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harring…

Assistant Superintendent for PPS, Rachel DePaul summarized the RFP process.  Three proposals were received, one organization was not qualified.  The two local organizations were evaluated and determined that the specifications met the requirements. B…

On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen explained about this authorization further.  It enables school districts to establish health insurance reserve funds to cover rising costs of health insurance. We're part…

I'll be brief because we have five uh phenomenal building leaders and our wonderful assistant superintendent PBS who are going to uh speak in some great detail about the various aspects of the budget presentation. But I just want to mention at the ou…

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Success in Schools: Postsecondary Pathways College Acceptances for Class of 2025 Pupil Personnel Services budget was presented by Assistant Superintendent for PPS, Rachel DePaul and included: Pupil Personnel Services 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Cul…

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District approve the Agreement with the County of Westchester for the use of certain voting machines and equipment and authorizes and empowers the Super…

just a brief further update. I'm happy to turn it over to Assistant Superintendent of UPS Regents McCall. Good evening.

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launched tomorrow we'll in advance of the budget hearing on May 7. So we ask folks to devote us about four minutes and fifteen seconds long but does I think a good job of summarizing the entire process and look forward to continuing engagement and qu…

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we'll talk a little bit about the how and the why behind the figures and talk about some of our internal and external budget drivers. So from the revenue perspective, we're looking at an anticipated increase in state aid which we'll talk a little bit…

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A parent of a kindergartner spoke regarding what her daughter has been watching in school every single day -- videos of books read by celebrities, low-quality, high stimulation videos, not educational tools. Corporate TV show is being used as math cu…

Enhancements to Support Our Vision New Video to be launched 4/22 Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported on the following: 2026-27 Budget Presentation Schedule summary Budget Drivers NYS Budget (delayed) Anticipat…

Commended district on cell phone policy, but it has come in too late. A parent of a kindergartner spoke regarding what her daughter has been watching in school every single day -- videos of books read by celebrities, low-quality, high stimulation vi…

Enhancements to Support Our Vision New Video to be launched 4/22 Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen reported on the following: 2026-27 Budget Presentation Schedule summary Budget Drivers NYS Budget (delayed) Anticipat…

Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Sarah Carrier, Neal Haber, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague Not Present at Vote: Omar Mayyasi Action (Consent): 7.5 Initiation of Due Process Claim Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby authorizes…

Resolution: RESOLVED: That the Board of Education hereby authorizes the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel to initiate a Due Process Claim and Impartial Hearing in order to demonstrate the appropriateness of the school district's evaluation…

Assistant Superintendent of Business and

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Discussion: 1.5 Board Reports Advocacy:  Committee Chair Sarah Carrier reported they they will try to get meeting scheduled this month as resolutions are to be submitted to WPSBA.  Board Trustee Neal Haber asked that they consider supporting piggyba…

Motion by Theo Oshiro, second by Allison Samuels. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen explained that the playground quote received was higher than the excess available from the Capital Fund, so the PTA agr…

assistant superintendent, John Clifix.

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Tompkins Elementary School RESOLVED: That the Board of Education gratefully accepts a donation of $2,000 from the Croton-Harmon Booster Club, as a contribution to the bike shed at Carrie E. Tompkins Elementary School Motion by Anamika Bhatnagar, se…

Motion by Omar Mayyasi, second by Anamika Bhatnagar. On the question:  Board Trustee Omar Mayyasi asked about the data privacy/submission of plan and whether it would be submitted only after approval?  Ms. Harrington-Cohen reported that she would ch…

Good evening, everyone. We are now resuming the 06/29/2026 special meeting of the Croton-Harmon Union Group School District. We called to order. We approved the agenda. We then entered into executive session. We left executive session at 06:17PM. We…

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Reports Action: 2.1 Fund Balance and Reserves Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen gave a presentation on Fund Balance and Reserve Projections 3. Public Hearing on Usage of Repair Reserve Action, Discussion: 3.1 Open the …

Motion by Anamika Bhatnagar, second by Neal Haber. On the question:  Assistant Superintendent for Business Denise Harrington-Cohen explained that funds are to be allocated to fix PVC boiler #2.  The reserve fund has proven so valuable to the distric…

based on its base bid; and WHEREAS, after receiving bids for other construction work to be completed within the District, the Assistant Superintendent for Business and the District’s Architects for the Project, KG+D Architects, recommends awarding tw…

to $805,800.00 (Base Bid + Alternate 1 +Alternate 3); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education is authorized to signed construction awarded to Clean Air Quality Services, Inc. on June 11, 2026 as modified by this resol…

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the transfer of funds in the amount of $200,000 from the General Fund to reduce the operating deficit of the School Lunch Fund; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent…

Good afternoon. Ed Riely from Truesdale Drive. I'd like to welcome a new member support, new assistant superintendent, and the superintendent for finance. This board has been interesting in that

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Hello, Tigers. As we reflect back on the close of the 2025, 2026 school year, I wanna begin by congratulating rising fifth graders from CET, our rising ninth graders from PVC, and of course, the outstanding CHHS class of 2026 on their beautiful and w…

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Motion by Ana Teague, second by Allison Samuels. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yes: Anamika Bhatnagar, Omar Mayyasi, Theo Oshiro, Allison Samuels, Ana Teague, Jacob Day, Elizabeth Laird Action (Consent): 5.08 Certification of Payroll Resolutio…

Regular Meeting Procedural: 7.01 Hearing of the Public Jill Anderson spoke to congratulate new and existing BOE members and thank them for their service. Croton Community Collective goal is to build children's healthy relationships with technology,…

The duct tape fundraiser benefiting My Sister's Place, the Tent to Truck Station, and Police Boat Rides were hugely popular. It was wonderful to see so many of our students joining the fun at this community event. Next, on behalf principal and assist…

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