KCSD Board of Education Meeting 06/24/26

The Kingston CitySchools Board of Education held a meeting on June 24, 2026, primarily focused on community concerns regarding proposed changes to middle school schedules, specifically the potential elimination of activity and extended periods. Numerous public comments emphasized the importance of these periods for academic support, extracurricular activities, and student well-being. The superintendent clarified that the P-TECH program would continue and that the activity period was not intended to be cut, though transportation efficiencies and bus route consolidations were under review to achieve approximately $2 million in savings. The board also discussed ongoing capital improvement projects, including roof replacements, fire alarm installations, and kitchen renovations at various schools. No formal votes on procurement or budget allocations were recorded during this meeting, but the discussion highlighted the district's efforts to balance budget constraints with maintaining student programs and services.