The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

_______________ p.m. in the Elementary School Building by _______________, Board President.

Members Present:  _______________           

Members Absent:  _______________

Others Present:  _______________

_______________ led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

2026 Senior Trip Presentation

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the 2026 Senior Class Trip Request for an overnight trip to Cleveland, Ohio with a stop in Erie, PA, June 7-9, 2026, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

NY Inspires – Portrait of a Graduate Presentation – Ms. Stephanie Burns

2025 Updated Comprehensive K-12 School Counseling Plan Presentation – Mr. Hoornbeck

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the minutes for the meeting of October 28, 2025, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Dr. Irizarry reported:

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:

• FFA Trip Highlights

• Ex Officio 2025-26 Goals

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the updated 2025-26 Safety Plan, as presented.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the 2025 Updated Comprehensive K-12 School Counseling Plan, as presented.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Fire Inspection Report Reviewed.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education accept the October 28, 2025 fire inspection report and corrective action plan, as presented.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board of Education accept the responsible low bids for the Capital Project – Phase 2 as follows:  

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________ seconded by _______________ that the Board declare the following items obsolete and authorize disposal in accordance with state law and Board policy. 

Oven       2007-000717

Oven                000129

Steamer  2007-000720

Steamer  2007-000718

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board appoint _______________ as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The District Clerk was dismissed at       p.m. and the following took place as recorded by _______________, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board enter Executive Session at       p.m. for the purpose of discussing Choose an item..  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board resume regular session at _______________ p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows:

(A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 607, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at _______________ p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

_______________

Clerk Pro Tem

The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School Building by Mr. Robb, Board President.

Members Present:  Mr. Dean Robb, Mrs. Gail Royce, Mr. John Grover, Mrs. Kristina Baker,  Mr. Stephen Tarbell II, Mr. Michael Youngers, Mr. Joshua Harvey, Evelyn LaWall, Student Ex Officio.

Members Absent:  None

Others Present:  Dr. Irizarry, Officer Kelly, Mr. DeWitt, Ms. Conable, Mrs. LaWall, Mr. Keough, Mr. Bark, Mrs. Conley.

Mr. Robb led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Safety Plan Addendum 2025-26 Presentation & Public Hearing – Officer Kelly shared that the State is requiring that School Emergency Response Safety Plans include information regarding CPR and AED locations for emergency response under Desha’s Law.  He explained that after the plan had been previously approved in August, the addendum was written and the plan was posted on the website for another 30-day review period; there were no public comments regarding it.  He noted locations of AED machines throughout the district buildings and athletic fields including the Village Park when the school teams are using it.  Those are housed in the field buildings and the coaches have keys to access them.  He stated that the machines are removed from the outside buildings during the off-season to preserve their battery life during the cold weather; the coaches are notified when this occurs.  Officer Kelly answered questions from the Board noting that several staff members are certified in CPR and AED training, but the School Nurses, School Resource Officers and a PE Teacher in each building are on the Crisis Response Team.  The company who provides the AED’s has a program set up to notify the School Nurses when pads expire and when the machines need to be checked.  Officer Kelly explained that the Plan will go to the November 10, 2025 Board meeting for approval. 

A parent spoke on behalf of his daughter.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the minutes for the meetings of October 14, 2025, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

The Board reviewed the list of bills dated September 29, 2025 and October 14, 2025.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation and Revenue Status Reports as of September 30, 2025.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports as of September 2025.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board accept the Extra-Curricular Treasurer’s Reports for 7/1/25 - 9/30/25.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board accept the Internal Claims Auditor’s Quarterly report (7/1-9/30/25).   Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Dr. Irizarry reported shared that after the tractor trailer accident on the West hill this past Friday, the school was able to help preserve more than 70 cases of frozen meatballs in their freezer over the weekend.  Then with the help of the local Police Department, they were able to transport it to the Valley Chapel food bank for distribution on Monday.

Dr. Irizarry gave updates on the roof repairs; there will be a walk through at the Elementary School on November 11 to look at the highest priority areas.  A large crew will be ready to start repairs as soon as they can and as weather allows.  He shared that the district will meet with Campus Construction this week for an update on the MHS; they are about 2/3 complete based on their scheduled work for the fall.

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:  Evelyn introduced herself and shared about her involvement in school clubs and sports.

• Medical Club – Evelyn explained that Medical Club is geared to help students who are looking at a career in the medical field.  This year she is looking to expand it into a community outreach to help educate others about items such as their HIPPA rights, nutrition and Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) to increase awareness about vaping and drinking dangers.
• “Med Night” – Would provide an opportunity to share this information to community members when they attend events such as a basketball game.  Medical Club members, along with their advisors, would man an information table with posters and flyers to distribute and to also answer any questions. 

Evelyn answered questions from the Board; she explained that she would like to see support from local community agencies as well.  Suggestions were made to reach out to the Office of the Aging, Wyoming County Health/Mental Health Department and Partners for Prevention (P4P).

Audit Committee – Met September 9, 2025.

Finance Committee – Met October 23, 2025.  Reviewed the reserve funding and use plan.

Policy Committee – Upcoming Review.

Technology Committee – Met October 27, 2025.  Discussed updates and notification types that are being used.  1,300 messages have been sent via Parent Square over the past two weeks; this includes coach and teacher communications and sending work to students.  Current student computers won’t support Microsoft 11, so the district will be replacing them over a two-year rotating schedule beginning in the Elementary School. 

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the 2026-27 Budget Calendar, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board approve the following Reserve Resolution:

RESOLVED that the Board of Education adopt the Warsaw Central School District Year ending June 30, 2025 Funding and Use Plan for Fund Balance and Reserves, as proposed.

Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board authorize the President of the Board to execute the Tax Collection Statements once they have been prepared by the Tax Collector and reviewed by the Business Administrator for accuracy.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board accept the $1,500 Cornell University Agricultural Grant Agreement and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board accept the Wyoming County Department of Mental Health and Coordinated Care Services, Inc. Partnership $4,995 Grant Agreement through the Enhancing School Engagement Without Technology grant and authorize the School Business Administrator to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board approve the Learning Contract for Experiential Education with SUNY Fredonia, as proposed, for a Technology Student Internship for the 2025-26 school year, and authorize the Business Administrator and the Senior Computer Services Assistant to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Baker, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board of Education approve the Warsaw Varsity Boys Wrestling Team overnight trip request to attend the General Brown Dual Tournament at the General Brown Junior-Senior High School in Dexter, NY December 12-13, 2025, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 1 (Royce).

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board of Education approve the Warsaw Varsity Boys Wrestling Team overnight trip request to attend the Eastern States Classic Tournament at the Eastern States IMPACT Center in Halfmoon, NY January 8-10, 2026, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 1 (Royce).

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board of Education approve the Date change to May 26-27, 2026 for the 8^th Grade (Class of 2030) overnight trip to Boston, MA, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board accept, with appreciation, the following donation from Kelcey (Heenan) Young, daughter of former Warsaw student and class of 1976 graduate, Daniel Heenan:  Blasts from 1953, 1955 and 1956.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board accept, with appreciation, the following donation from Jessie Romasser:  Children’s book Just As Good written by her parents, Mike and Mary Kehl.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board appoint Mrs. Royce as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 6:58 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board enter Executive Session at 6:58 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the employment history of a particular person.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board resume regular session at 8:45 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board approve the special education placement recommendations, as follows:

1. = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board of Education abolish the following positions:

1 FTE Math – Vacant June 30, 2025

1FTE Middle School Principal – Vacant June 30, 2025

1FTE Director of Instructional Services – Vacant August 16, 2025

1FTE Social Studies – Whereas the teacher having the least seniority in the Social Studies tenure area, per Education Law section 3013(3), will be placed on the preferred eligible list of the district effective June 30, 2025.

Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Memorandum of Agreement for a Girl’s Cheerleading Modified Coach for the 2025 winter sports season be approved, and authorize the Superintendent to execute said MOA.   Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 1 (Baker).

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Youngers that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 606, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 8:47 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem