MENANDS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
April 5, 2022
6:30 p.m.- Special Meeting of the Board of Education
Livestream / Video Conferencing
Budget Workshop Immediately Following
1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER Time: 6:33
2. MOTION TO ENTER INTO PUBLIC SESSION
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 5
Second: Mrs. Delancy Nays: 0
3. ROLL CALL
- Mr. Nevins Present
- Mrs. Delancy Present
- Mrs. Jaskula Present
- Mr. Diefenderfer Present
- Mr. Raman Present
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dr. Long addressed the board regarding an unfortunate accident that occured last night resulting in the loss of a middle school student from Albany City School district. Dr. Long shared that their thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
Dr. Long discussed with the board some of the details from the Lockdown that took place in the Menands School earlier in the day. Dr. Long thanked the teaches, students, staff and families for their corporation during the situation.
5. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ITEMS
Just a reminder for those members of the public in attendance. This is one of two opportunities afforded members of the public to comment on or inquire about agenda items. Members of the public also have an opportunity at the end of the evening’s agenda to comment on matters not formally noted on the agenda. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation.
5. DISCUSSION ITEMS
- BOCES Communication Services
A presentation was given by Adrian Leon the Director of Communication at BOCES in regards to the services that they currently provide the district and other services and support that they have to offer Menands.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT
PLEASE NOTE: During the Public Comment Sessions, members of the community may address the Board on agenda and non-agenda items. The Board President may limit remarks of individual speakers to a reasonable time. Speakers must identify themselves and the topic on which they would like to make remarks.
Vanessa Mercado asked if a digital yearbook could be added to the website.
7. MOTION TO ADJOURN Time: 7:24
Motion: Mrs. Jaskula Ayes: 5
Second: Mrs. Delancy Nays: 0
Budget Workshop
*Immediately Following