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.

Strengthening Student Support at the MHS Presentation – Mr. Winchip and Mrs. Burnham:

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board approve the minutes for the meeting of February 10, 2026, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The Board reviewed the lists of bills dated February 2, 2026, and February 17, 2026.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation Status Report and Revenue Status Reports for January 2026.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports as of January 2026.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board accept the Internal Claims Auditor’s Quarterly report (10/1-12/31/25).   Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Dr. Irizarry reported:

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:

• FFA Competition
• Nitroball Tournament
• GLOW Dance

Audit Committee

Finance Committee

Policy Committee

Technology Committee

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 of Education approve the Memorandum of Agreement with Michelle Lippert reducing her School Monitor hours in order to temporarily fill a Physical Therapy Provider assignment during the 2025-26 school year.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 612, 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, Mr. Michael Youngers, Mrs. Kristina Baker (left at 7:15 p.m.), Mr. Joshua Harvey, Mr. Stephen Tarbell II, Ian McGary - Student Ex Officio.         

Members Absent:  None

Others Present:  Dr. Irizarry, Ms. Grisewood, Mrs. D’Amico, Mrs. Burnham, Mr. Webb, Mr. Winchip, Mr. DeWitt, Mrs. Burgess, Ms. Conable, several parent/community members, two media outlet representatives and Mrs. Conley.

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

Principals’ Reports:

ES – Mr. Webb shared his PowerPoint presentation which highlighted school and community events.  He discussed the Kohlberg’s Six Levels of Character Development with the mission that at Warsaw Elementary School, “We do the Right thing because it’s the Right thing to do.”  Mr. Webb touched on other character-building programs such as the Six Pillars of Character, and Character Counts certificate presentations during a Tiger Times assembly with all of the ES students present.  He also spoke of the Sweethearts & Heroes partnership and circle practices to build trust and listening skills, strengthen empathy, student leadership and build peer support networks that foster a positive school climate and community belonging.  He gave an overview of the B.R.A.V.E. Buddies peer-to-peer program designed to promote student empowerment, empathy and belonging; with the overall goal to develop compassionate student leaders who strengthen school culture. 

MHS – Mr. Winchip shared mid-year highlights in the Middle/High School.  He discussed the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons that teachers provide to their students.  He also spoke about the Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Eye of the Tiger Compact Committee meetings.  The goal of the Eye of the Tiger committee is to build strong partnerships between the school, teachers, families and community members.  There are four meetings scheduled throughout the school year and attendance has increased at each one.  Mr. Winchip discussed New Course Offerings for 2025-26, the ACE – Advanced Studies program that provides up to 46 credits of GCC coursework, as well as Advanced Placement (AP) classes in literature, language and US History.  He noted that new this year, is the MHS PAES Lab classroom that helps students learn job and life skills.  Mr. Winchip recognized the great achievements coming from the large number of students participating in Drama Club, Chorus, Jazz and Concert Bands, and also the Academic Honor Roll & Scholar Athletes.  Lastly, he noted how the Career Center is helping to guide and prepare students for life after graduation by providing students with job shadow (over 350 student appointments) and community service (combined 380 hours) opportunities.  He highlighted Raking for a Reason and YMCA Reading to UPK Students as two examples of community service.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board accepts the Minutes for the meeting on January 27, 2026, as presented.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Wyoming/Genesee Pheasants Forever Chapter 843 Letter of a $500 Donation made to the Five Point Rod and Gun Club on behalf of the Warsaw Central School Trap Team.

Dr. Irizarry reported that he was contacted by a representative from Education Magazine regarding a special edition of Excellence in Education: Standout School Districts of 2026 in which they would like to feature Warsaw CSD. 

Dr. Irizarry also acknowledged the Legislative Leadership Day and Excellence in Student Services Award for the Raking for a Reason community service day in which he presented the plaque award and several State/Assembly citations and certificates to Mr. Winchip, MHS Principal.  

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:  Mr. McGary shared the following:

• Model UN – The Warsaw Model UN team recently represented the country of Ukraine at the Hilton HS Conference where they debated political issues across the world.  The conference went well.  One student won Best New Journalist and another received honorable mention for their display of excellence.

• Warsaw Indoor Track – The team has been competing against other Section V schools and celebrated some high-placed finishers in shot put and weight throw, as well as in sprinting and distance running.  The school record in the 4 x 400 meter relay has been broken twice and the 4 x 800 meter relay was also broken during the season.  The team is appreciative of their coaches for their support and help in developing their skills.

Moved by Mr. Grover seconded by Mrs. Baker that the Board approve the corrected Physical Therapy Assistant Services Agreement with Michelle Lippert, PTA, as proposed for the 2025-26 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Warsaw CSD Academic Intervention Services (AIS) Plan, as proposed.   Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

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

(A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

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

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mrs. Baker that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 611, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 7, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Youngers 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 7:02 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board enter Executive Session at 7:02 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. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board resume regular session at 9:23 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, 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 9:28 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem