The Board of Education Meeting of March 11, 2026

The Ossining Union Free School District Board of Education held a meeting on March 11, 2026, focusing extensively on the ongoing Contra construction project, particularly the restoration and renovation of historic stained glass windows in a former church building now part of the school facilities. The board discussed options for restoring two large windows at a cost of approximately $400,000 each, with a plan to preserve historic iconography while modernizing the building for educational use. The project is funded through a bond, and the board considered bids and alternate plans for window restoration or replacement. Additionally, the meeting included a detailed review of the district's $187 million budget for the 2026-2027 school year, highlighting a 4.3% budget increase driven by salaries, health insurance, and debt service related to capital projects. The board reviewed revenue sources, including state aid and local taxes, and discussed the use of fund balance to manage budget gaps. Several resolutions were passed by consent, including appointments and cooperative bidding agreements. The meeting concluded with discussions on curriculum review cycles and community engagement plans related to the budget and district programs.