NFCSD Board of Education Meeting - 5/7/2026

The NFCSD Board of Education held a meeting on May 7, 2026, which included a detailed presentation on the district's robotics program and its recent accomplishments, highlighting the growth and success of multiple teams across elementary to high school levels. The meeting also covered extensive discussions on the district's summer programs, including academic, enrichment, and athletic offerings, with attention to program dates, locations, and partnerships. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the 2026-27 school district budget public hearing, where the proposed budget of approximately $211.3 million was presented, showing a 4.15% increase over the previous year without a tax levy increase. The budget discussion included revenue sources, expenditures, and the use of reserves to cover increased costs such as salaries, transportation, and healthcare. The board also reviewed several procurement-related items scheduled for the May 14 agenda, including bid extensions for athletic apparel (ADP Pro Sports), musical and instrumental repair services (Tony's Niagara Music), and on-call plumbing services. Additionally, the board accepted various grants totaling over $700,000 for programs supporting immigrant students, universal pre-K, and mental health initiatives. Personnel reports, retirements, transfers, and short-term contracts were also addressed. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for personnel matters.