KCSD BOE Meet the Candidates

This meeting was a candidate forum for the Kingston City Schools Board of Education held on May 13, 2026. Candidates discussed their backgrounds, visions, and priorities if elected to the school board. Key topics included the district's mission to provide excellent education to all students, challenges related to budget constraints, declining enrollment, and the need for efficient resource allocation. Candidates emphasized the importance of supporting teachers with adequate tools and training, addressing literacy and academic achievement, and maintaining transparency and communication with the community. Technology use in education, including contracts for software and one-on-one Chromebooks, was debated with a focus on balancing access, privacy, and screen time. The governance role of the board was described as policy making, budget oversight, and superintendent supervision. While no specific procurement decisions or contract awards were discussed, budgetary concerns and resource management were central themes throughout the forum.