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B. Resolution – Designation of Reorganizational and Regular Meeting Date – July 2026 BOARD APPROVED C. 2025-2026 Control Cycle Audit – Compensated Absences BOARD APPROVED D. 2025-2026 Corrective Action Plan BOARD APPROVED …

D. Ex-Officio Student Board Member Report Miss Phoebe Allen, student Board Member shared that the FFA Mini Farm was held this month. The Elementary students come over to see the animals and tractors and learn about them from the FFA students. …

Superintendent Edwards reiterated that he had previously shared in his last Friday Board Update that the state had adopted a budget, along with a summary of key components related to P-12 education, schools and districts. He wanted to follow up to…

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health and Safety Committee Mrs. Stirk reported that the meeting went well and that there was nothing to report. B. Facilities and Safety Committee Mr. Kast reported that the Facilities Committee…

7. OLD BUSINESS A. Guidelines for Board of Education Members and Administrators B. ACS New Board Member Orientation Manual Board President, Mrs. Weller shared that the Guidelines and New Board Member Orientation Manual were provided…

Cathy Galbreth Stephanie Hack Corinne Heard Carrie Hitchcock Cathy Hryhorenko Amanda Kast Malinda Kenward Sheryl LeBaron Hailey Mack Dana Martin Laura Miller Niccole Moore Maggie Orbaker April P…

K. Volunteers A list of volunteers was submitted for Board Members’ information. 9. ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. BOE President Report Board President, Mrs. Weller shared that she attended the Senior Breakfast at the High Sch…

Mrs. Weller added that the Stars of Tomorrow is a great event. It is great to see the achievements of the students. Mrs. Ashbery added that ACS placed in the Top 10 outstanding schools. E. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Report …

Superintendent Edwards had planned to talk about Stars of Tomorrow but since it had been covered, he shared how proud he is of the student participants. Mr. Schmitt addressed a child and her family who remained in attendance at this portion o…

12. 2026-2027 Mentor Teachers for School Year, with an annual $500 stipend for each Formal Mentor and an annual $250 stipend for each Informal Mentor: Lindsey Almeter Brooke Beatty Patrick Brawn Tina Burgett …

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 January 05, 2026 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING …

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health and Safety Committee Report Superintendent Edwards reported that the committee met on December 17th, 2026. The emergency drills including lockdown drills and fire drills have been completed for the fall. Ms. O…

5. 2025-2026 Extra-Curricular Athletic Appointments: a. Evan Steier Position: Assistant Varsity Track and Field Coach *pending all coaching …

Resolution - the Albion Central School District/Location Code 73403, hereby established the standard work days for elected and appointed officials as reported and will report the days worked to the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement Syste…

E. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Report Mrs. Manfreda shared that Board Members were provided with 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 NYS Grades 3-8 English Language Arts and Mathematics results at their places for review. She noted that the Distr…

5. PRESENTATIONS A. Orleans/Niagara BOCES Programs and Initiatives – Dr. Taweepon Farrar and Orleans/Niagara BOCES Leaders Dr. Taweepon, District Superintendent of Orleans/Niagara BOCES introduced herself to the Board a…

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health and Safety Committee Report Superintendent Edwards reported that the committee met on November 19th, 2025. Some of the emergency lockdown drills have been held or are scheduled. The Orleans County Threat Asses…

E. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Report Mrs. Manfreda shared how grateful she is for Brad Lehman and his work in collaborating with the principals. She shared with the Board the work that our Social Worker, Nicci Moore and Eric Christian…

F. Athletic Director’s Report The Athletic Director’s Report was submitted for Board Members’ review.  G. Superintendent’s Report There was no report shared as Superintendent Edwards was absent from the meeting.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 October 06, 2025 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING …

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health and Safety Committee Superintendent Edwards shared a brief update. The committee discussed each building’s emergency drills. There were no concerns and the meeting finished in ten minutes. 7. OLD BUSINESS …

9. ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. BOE President Report Board President, Mrs. Weller shared that she attended three games during Super Soccer Saturday as well as the football game on Friday night. She said the fields are exceptionally well-maint…

F. Athletic Director’s Report The Athletic Director’s Report was submitted for Board Members’ review. G. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Edwards shared with the Board an item for their consideration and discussion. He …

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 September 08, 2025 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING …

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 August 04, 2025 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING …

C. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Edwards invited the Building Principals present at the meeting to share information with the Board regarding the Bell to Bell Committee Meeting that had recently been held. High School Principal, Mrs. Ashb…

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 July 07, 2025 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING …

5. PRESENTATIONS A. SRO Deputy Matthew Prawel Deputy Matthew Prawel introduced himself as the current SRO for the District. He shared that he will be transitioning back to road patrol. He wanted to share with the Board the accomplishments m…

3. 2025-2026 Appointment: a. Olivia Borchert Position: 3rd Grade Teacher @ ES Certification: Childhood Ed. (Grades 1-6), Initial Certification …

6. 2025-2026 Extra-Curricular Athletic Appointment: a. Kyra Burgess Position: Assistant Varsity Basketball (Male) Coach BOARD APPROVED C. Board Attendance at Conferences…

9. ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. Attendance Report The Attendance Report was provided for Board Members’ review. B. Athletic Director’s Report The Athletic Director’s Report was provided for Board Members’ review. C.…

Superintendent Edwards discussed with the Board options for filling the empty Board seat. Mrs. Weller has reached out to Mr. David Sidari, the last Board Member who left. He has been asked to consider filling the empty seat until the next Board elec…

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health & Safety Committee Board Member, Mr. Schmitt, shared that the Health & Safety Committee met. BOCES Safety Risk Representative, Jim Combs shared that new code cards will be issued changing lockout to read “se…

9. BOE PRESIDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. BOE President Report Board President, Mr. Wayne Wadhams did not have anything new to report. Superintendent Edwards reminded the Board that there will be a Board of Education Retreat on S…

D. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Report Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Mrs. Rebecca Manfreda shared information on Understanding and Using Evidence-Based Practices for Teaching Mathematics. The New York State Educati…

Eagles Express impacts the students by building connections between them and staff; it promotes a positive school culture; helps them to develop real-world business skills; spreads inspiration through message cards; creates meaningful staff apprec…

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS - None 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Guidelines for Board of Education Members and Administrators B. ACS New Board Member Orientation Manual Superintendent Edwards shared the Guidelines for Board of Education Members and Ad…

4. 2025-2026 Appointments: a. Bradley Lehman Position: Director of Student Services Certification: Childhood Ed. (Gr. 1-6), Professional School Building Leader, Professional Physical…

B. 2025-2026 School Monitors Terms and Conditions BOARD APPROVED C. Tenure Appointments BOARD APPROVED granting of tenure to Angela Conway; Miranda Allen; Katryel Ferri; Bailey Schlierf; Kateri Moskaluk; Niccole Moore; Caton Conde; Carrie…

5. Zero-Emission Buses (ZEBs) • The budget allows for two-year extensions if districts: o Work with NYSERDA on fleet electrification planning o Face market or infrastructure constraints o Lack sufficient state or federal funding • This flexibi…

Superintendent Edwards noted that High School student Kelli Dingle had won a Congressional Art Award through the Graphic Arts program at BOCES. Kelli and her family will be flown to Washington DC to see her artwork displayed at the Capitol. Kelli …

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Health & Safety Committee Superintendent Edwards reported that the Health & Safety Committee met. The fourth and final lockdown drills have been held and fire drills will be completed soon. The SRO is working on exp…

9. BOE PRESIDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. BOE President Report Board President, Mr. Wadhams reported that on March 19th he and Mr. Schmitt attended the Bus Drivers’ Appreciation breakfast. On March 20th he attended the Middle School…

C. Attendance Report The Attendance Report for February 2025 was provided for Board Members’ review. D. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Report Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Mrs. Rebecca Manfreda shared highlights r…

Superintendent Edwards reviewed the report submitted by Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Mrs. Rebecca Manfreda. She chose to highlight two additional instructional technology learning platforms used by the district. IXL Learning builds on st…

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING ALBION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALBION, NEW YORK 14411 February 3, 2025 SUMMARY OF A REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING 7:00 pm MEETING CALL T…

6. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Ad Hoc Committee – Number of Board Members and Length of Terms The Board discussed the information provided by the Ad Hoc Committee regarding the number of Board Members and length of their terms.…

9. ADMINISTRATORS' REPORTS A. BOE President Report Board President, Mr. Wadhams shared that on Saturday, January 18th he attended the Genesee Valley School Boards Association Legislative Breakfast at Elba Central School with Superintendent …

Superintendent Edwards provided an update on the Ex-officio Student Representative on the School Board that will take effect July 1,

2025. The new law requires a student representative on all school boards that have a high school and all BOCES. Student board members will not be able to vote or attend executive sessions, nor can they attend meetings that are not open to the publ…