Board of Education - Regular Session - April 22nd

The Garden City Public Schools Board of Education held a regular session on April 22, 2026, during which they recognized outstanding student athletes from various winter sports teams. The meeting also included a detailed presentation and adoption of the 2026-2027 school budget totaling $142,385,117, reflecting a 3.36% increase and staying within the allowable tax levy of 2.98%. The budget prioritizes maintaining small class sizes, facility improvements such as roof replacements, and new instructional programs including a K-2 literacy resource and expanded curriculum offerings. The board also approved the establishment of a new $11 million capital reserve fund to finance future building renovations and infrastructure needs. Additionally, the board voted on Nassau BOCES member nominations and authorized legal counsel to pursue an appeal in a federal court case. Several administrative appointments were introduced, and policy updates related to automated external defibrillators were noted. The meeting concluded with no new business and scheduling of future board meetings.