Shenendehowa Board of Education Meeting | March 10, 2026

The Shenendehowa Board of Education held a meeting on March 10, 2026, which included extensive discussions on the upcoming school budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The superintendent provided a detailed budget overview, highlighting a proposed expenditure budget of just over $234 million, representing a 5.04% increase from the previous year, with a tax levy increase of 2.52%. Key budget items included staffing additions such as special education teachers, ENL teachers, and maintenance staff for the new Atria Elementary School, as well as program expansions like STEM enrichment and unified bocce ball. The board also reviewed and approved several procurement-related items, including bids for healthcare supplies totaling $13,000, technology purchases through BOCES IMS amounting to $85,000, and software support contracts. Additionally, the board discussed the ongoing mascot selection process, which involves a large committee and community engagement, and approved personnel appointments including a new elementary principal and a systems administrator. The meeting concluded with approval of policy updates and audit reports, reflecting a focus on fiscal responsibility and operational oversight.