Board of Education Public Session 3 24 2026

The Connetquot School District Board of Education held a public session on April 20, 2026, focusing primarily on the district's budget for the 2026-27 school year. Assistant Superintendent Bob Hauser presented a detailed budget proposal totaling approximately $233.4 million, reflecting a 1.9% spending increase over the prior year. The discussion highlighted challenges such as a $3 million shortfall, declining miscellaneous revenues, and the depletion of various reserve funds including the Teachers' Retirement System reserve. Board members debated potential cost-saving measures, including reviewing overtime expenses, reimagining programs like the foreign language lunch push-in, and considering the financial impact of out-of-district placements and special education services. The board emphasized the importance of maintaining programs and minimizing staff cuts while addressing the budget gap through careful line-by-line expenditure reviews. Additionally, the meeting included a presentation by the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying on anti-bullying initiatives and student ambassador programs, as well as discussions on technology upgrades and curriculum enhancements. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this session, but the budget deliberations and reserve fund usage have implications for future spending and procurement activities.