KCSD Board of Education Meeting 5/15/2026

The Kingston CitySchools Board of Education held a meeting on May 15, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the 2026-2027 school district budget. Key procurement-related topics included proposed workforce reductions with 21 teaching positions cut through layoffs and attrition, reductions in administrative and support staff, and cost-saving measures such as bringing students back from out-of-district placements to reduce contracted services. The board reviewed budget allocations, including a significant use of $12 million in reserves, and discussed impacts on student programming, transportation, and technology. The board passed resolutions to abolish certain positions, including administrative roles, with a 6 to 1 vote. Members emphasized the need to balance fiscal responsibility with maintaining essential student services and expressed hope to reinvest in positions as funding improves. An executive session was also scheduled to review personnel salary matters.