Liz Callahan

Asst. Supt. of Special Services said the department has already fully complied in five of the nine areas that previous audits had revealed as lacking. Most of the changes were to department processes and procedures, and centered on a lack of paperwork. “We are already more than halfway there.”

The district is also using leftover COVID funding to cover the costs of arts & music and other materials, after making cuts in the 2024-25 budget.

Families should receive their bus passes on Wednesday, Sept. 4. A bus app and geo-locator system will be introduced in the coming weeks. Parking enforcement and crossing guards are at the ready.

“We have the challenges defined,” said Board Member Elizabeth Callahan. “Now, it’s about driving solutions and actually doing the work.”

BOE members discussed “an atmosphere of fear” and the need for stability — as well as the opportunities inherent in hiring new personnel.

District officials have said that no further information on the 28 positions to be cut will be available until after the May 9 reorganization. Former BOE member Tony Mazzocchi says the district is either “hiding things … or you don’t have a clue.”

“I hope that the district reviews this in great detail,” said Board 2nd VP Nubia DuVall Wilson. “The importance of this policy with district personnel and the appropriate state-mandated steps that personnel must take if or when they believe a student has experienced abuse by a staff member. … It helps give the voiceless safety and support.”

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“I see a board eager to collaborate, find common ground, and work together for the benefit of our students. As your president, I’ll actively cultivate this spirit of cooperation.” — BOE President Dr. Qawi Telesford

BOE Prez said the board would “collectively” identify the professional background and skills desired in a new superintendent, and agreed to solicit community opinion as well during public meetings.