Board of Education Meeting - April 21, 2026

The West Islip Union Free School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 21, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including student achievements, long-range enrollment planning, personnel changes, and ongoing capital improvement projects. Significant procurement-related discussions included updates on the demolition and reconstruction of the high school pool, with detailed progress on asbestos abatement and concrete cutting. The board also reviewed insurance-related repair projects such as water main repairs, electrical transformer fixes, and district office flood remediation. Additionally, the board approved budget transfers in both the general and capital funds, a special education contract with Deer Park School District, and the 2026-2027 school district budget totaling $144,810,058. Personnel motions included the abolishment of certain professional positions due to budget constraints and the acceptance of resignations and retirements. The board also discussed facility space needs related to enrollment growth and special education program distribution across elementary schools. These discussions and approvals reflect ongoing capital infrastructure investments and budgetary decisions impacting district operations and services.