Binghamton City School District Board of Education Meeting [April 20, 2026]

The Binghamton City School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 20, 2026, which included presentations highlighting student activities and technology initiatives, such as a student-developed app called Tutor Time. The board discussed the proposed 2026-27 budget, emphasizing personnel reductions, increased transportation aid, and a $100,000 capital improvement project to support a school-based health clinic at Woodrow Wilson School. They also reviewed the potential addition of a school resource officer (SRO) at the elementary level, addressing safety, education, and community-building roles, with budget considerations noting the cost constraints of expanding SRO coverage. The board approved multiple resolutions, including retirements and contract awards related to the Roosevelt capital project, signaling the start of construction work. The meeting concluded with updates on upcoming exams and recognition of student achievements.