Bay Shore Board of Education Work Session Meeting - April 14, 2026

The Bay Shore Board of Education held a work session on April 14, 2026, primarily focusing on academic program updates and policy discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the planned launch of the IB Career-Related Program in partnership with Northwell, highlighting curriculum development and student recruitment efforts. Additionally, the board discussed the potential decoupling of the New York State Regents physics exam from the IB physics course to provide greater instructional flexibility and better align with college preparatory goals. This change aims to enhance course offerings without requiring additional staffing. The board also reviewed and considered revisions to the district's flag half-staff policy following employee and student deaths, aiming to clarify and streamline the policy language. No contract awards, vendor selections, or direct purchasing decisions were reported during this session.