Shenendehowa Board of Education Meeting | March 24, 2026

The Shenendehowa Board of Education held a meeting on March 24, 2026, primarily focused on the swearing-in of Dr. Cecily Wilson Turner as the new superintendent of schools, marking a historic appointment as the first woman to lead the district. The board passed a resolution to approve her employment agreement for the period through June 30, 2030. The meeting also included presentations highlighting the achievements of various student athletic programs and a detailed overview of the proposed 2026-2027 school budget. The budget presentation emphasized sustaining educational excellence, addressing increased health insurance costs, and funding new staffing positions and program expansions, including elementary STEM enrichment and unified sports. The proposed budget totals approximately $234 million, representing a 5% increase over the previous year, with a property tax levy aligned with the tax cap. The board approved formal notices related to the budget, buses, and capital projects, and staffing recommendations were made, including the hiring of new technology teachers. Public comments and student representative updates were also part of the meeting.