Board Meeting: Wednesday August 12, 2026

The Baldwin Union Free School District Board meeting on August 12, 2026, focused extensively on district-wide safety plans, educational updates, and significant capital improvement projects. The board formally adopted the district-wide safety plan for the upcoming school year, which included discussions on safety drills, AED training, and coordination with emergency services. A major portion of the meeting was dedicated to updates on ongoing and planned capital projects, including refurbishments of science labs, kitchen and cafeteria renovations across elementary schools, air conditioning installations, roof replacements, and the installation of a new synthetic turf field at the middle school. The board discussed budget adjustments, supplemental capital reserve funding to cover higher-than-expected bids, and change orders related to project scope expansions. The meeting also included approval of personnel actions, special education service reports, and acceptance of donations for the music program. Policy readings related to dietary and toileting protocols and school meal services were introduced. The board approved the destruction of old ballots in compliance with retention policies. Overall, the meeting highlighted the district's commitment to improving facilities and safety while managing budgetary and project execution challenges.