Bay Shore Board of Education Work Session Meeting - March 10, 2026

The Bay Shore Board of Education held a work session on March 10, 2026, focusing primarily on educational program updates and budget discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the introduction of two new elective courses in the business department: a stock trading and investments course and an AP statistics course, both aimed at expanding student offerings. The board discussed the challenges of scheduling and enrollment for these courses and the need to secure appropriate digital platforms and materials. Budget discussions highlighted reallocations within special education funding, facilities maintenance, and capital projects, including renovations at the middle school with an emphasis on special education spaces and technology upgrades. The board reviewed the status of capital transfers totaling over $7.5 million and discussed cost-saving measures such as in-house repairs for historic building cornices. Policy reviews were conducted regarding facility naming and flag display protocols, with considerations for memorial recognitions and procedural clarifications. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but several action items related to course implementation and capital project planning were noted.