# Board of Education Meeting - November 10, 2026

The South Colonie Central School District Board of Education meeting on November 10, 2026, focused substantially on student safety, reported racism, and district responses. Superintendent Dr. Perry described a short-term engagement with the McLean Collective, including staff training and restorative circles, and said community-engagement positions at the high school were posted, with interviews expected in November and onboarding targeted for the beginning of the year. Public commenters questioned the McLean agreement’s student-selection process, accountability measures, scope, cost, and the lack of a longer-term plan. One speaker estimated that successive phases could bring costs to just under $80,000 for a year and cited another district’s $6,000 annual arrangement; the transcript does not establish the agreement’s actual price.

In response to a board member’s question, the superintendent said the district was considering an RFP process for paid consultants and other support, including possible assistance from NYU and the state education commissioner’s leadership team at no additional fee. The district characterized the McLean engagement as a first step, with broader work contemplated on culture, policy, curriculum, staff training, and student involvement. The transcript does not capture a vote on the McLean agreement or any procurement action; it does capture a motion to approve prior meeting minutes, but the vote result is unclear. The board also announced a November 18 community forum.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Professional Services
**Published:** November 10, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Education Meeting - November 10, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09Aifr9mQ-k) - South Colonie Central School District