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South Colonie Board of Education

We Believe

  • That all children can learn.
  • In educating the whole child so each student can meet the District’s standards.
  • In focusing on student achievement.
  • In providing a comprehensive and enriched curriculum for all students reflecting the needs and available resources of the community.
  • That the combined commitment of the Board of Education, staff, families, students, and community is the key to educational success.

Regular Meeting Agenda

February 3, 2026

1. Call to Order

The Regular Meeting of the South Colonie Board of Education will be called to order by the President of the Board of Education.

2. Roll Call

Board Members

  • Thomas Blakley

  • Rose Gigliello

  • David Kiehle

  • Brian Casey

  • Jennifer Houlihan

  • Christopher Larrabee

  • Stephanie Cogan

  • Michael Keane

  • Robert Mesick

  • Vincent Forenzo, Student Board Member

Also Present

  • David Perry, Superintendent of Schools

  • Thomas Kachadurian, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction

  • Jacqueline McAllister, Assistant Superintendent for Management Services & Strategic Planning

  • Christopher Robilotti, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources & Safe Schools

  • Amber Lanigan, District Clerk

3. Pledge to the Flag

The President of the Board of Education will lead the pledge to the flag.

4. Approval of Minutes

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXX
Seconded by: XXX

Motion:
That the minutes of the XXXX  be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

5. Superintendent Update

6. New Business

7. Communications

Members of the public are invited to provide comments for the Board of Education. Please use the attached link to submit your comments in advance.

Public Comments

8. Board Committee Reports

Since the last Board of Education meeting, Board Committees have met. Committee chairpersons will present recommendations to the full Board and/or request clarification on specific issues. Board members who serve as liaisons to district-wide committees will also provide updates at this time.

A. Academic/Athletic Hall of Fame
Mr. Kiehle and Mr. Keane, Co-Chairs of the Committee, will be available to answer questions regarding the Academic/Athletic Hall of Fame Committee meeting held on XXXXXXXX.

B. Policy
Policy 4110 – Student Attendance Calendar (2026–2027)

On behalf of the Policy Committee, and upon a motion made by Committee Chair/Member ____________________, the Committee recommends that the revisions to Policy 4110 be approved as presented.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

9. Reports for Information

A. 2026–2027 Budget Discussion
Jacqueline McAllister will provide a brief update.

B. HR Staffing Retention Report
Christopher Robilotti will provide a report.

10. Reports and Recommendations for Action

A. Committee on Special Education
Approval of placements as indicated by Student Support Services.

B. In-Service Courses
Approval of in-service courses as listed in the attached document. Interested staff may register for courses via PD Express.

C. Agreements

  1. Approval of an agreement between BPAS Actuarial and Pension Services, LLC, 706 N. Clinton Street, Syracuse, NY 13204, and South Colonie Central School District for Medicare Part D Service Agreement/Actuarial Attestation, effective July 1, 2026. Cost: $2,950.00.

D. Contracts

  1. Approval of a Special Education Services Contract with Menands Union Free School District for South Colonie Central School District to provide instruction for students with disabilities for the 2025–2026 school year, as per the attached agreement.

E. Medical Agreement
Approval of an agreement with Confidential Screening & Consulting to provide employee physicals required by the district for the remainder of the 2026 school year.

  • Rates: $110 per 19-A physical exam (increase from $95), $100 for General or Sports Physical Exams, $100–$325 for Return to Duty/Fit for Duty Physical Exams.
  • Additional health services are listed in the attached fee schedule.

F. Health & Welfare Contract
Approval of a contract with Niskayuna Central School District for the 2025–2026 school year to provide health and welfare services to two South Colonie resident students attending Saint Kateri Tekakwitha (non-public school).

  • Cost per pupil: $1,054.30
  • Total contract cost: $2,108.60

G. Facilities Use Fee Schedule
Approval of the attached 2026 Facilities Use Fee Schedule.

H. Next Gen Stage 2B Capital Project – Sand Creek Middle School
Acceptance of a proposal from ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC, 421 New Karner Road, Suite 10, Albany, NY 12205, for a Limited Hazardous Material Survey. Estimated cost: $10,040.00.

I. Tax Refunds
Approval of four refunds payable to Herman Katz, LLP, attorneys for Northway Mall Properties, for the following locations:

  • 1440A Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 (Tax Map #42.13-1-1.2): $1,171.84 (2025–2026)
  • 1450 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 (Tax Map #42.13-3-3): $957.37 (2025–2026)
  • 1440 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205 (Tax Map #42.13-3-4): $8,725.57 (2023–2024) and $4,553.71 (2025–2026)

J. Claims Auditor / Confirming Purchase Order Report
Approval of the Claims Auditor Report and Confirming PO Report for December 2025.

K. Declare Surplus
Approval to declare the following items as surplus, as they are no longer in working condition:

  • One Xerox Electric Stapler, Model #EH-C5591XA
  • One Adapter, Model #3A-502DA22 (located at Sand Creek Middle School – Office)

L. Donations

  1. Donation from The Huerter Foundation, c/o Thomas Huerter, 10 Shelbourne Drive, Halfmoon, NY 12065: 32 Thanksgiving Turkeys, valued at $25 each.
  2. Donation from Eliakim Littell, 9 Boehringer Road, Greenwich, NY 12834: One Mapex Bell Kit with stand and rolling case, Serial No. 104755, valued at $200.

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXXX
Seconded by: XXXX

That the above stated Reports and Recommendations be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

11. Personnel – Instruction 

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXX
Seconded by: XXXX

That the Instruction Personnel changes listed on the attached sheets dated February 3, 2026, be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

12. Personnel – Support 

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by:  XXXX
Seconded by: XXXX

That the Support Personnel changes listed on the attached sheets dated XXXXX, be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

13. Resolution

  • Read Across America Day – March 2

  • National School Breakfast Week – March 2–6

  • National School Social Work Week – March 1–7

  • National Women’s History Month – March

  • National Music in Our Schools Month – March

  • National Youth Art Month – March

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXX
Seconded by: XXX

That the above stated resolution be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

14. National School Counseling Week Proclamation

The South Colonie Central School District Board of Education hereby proclaims February 2–6, 2026 as National School Counseling Week.

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXXX
Seconded by: XXX

That the above stated proclamation be approved.

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.

15. Future Meetings

  • April 14 – Graduation/Athletics Hall of Fame Committee Meeting (5:30 PM, Shaker Road Elementary)

  • April 14 – Board of Education Meeting (6:30 PM, Shaker Road Elementary)

  • April 21 – Strategic Planning Committee Meeting (5:30 PM, District Office)

  • April 21 – Board of Education Meeting (6:30 PM, District Office)

  • April 29 – Board of Education Meeting (6:30 PM, District Office)

Executive Session

It is anticipated that the Board may enter Executive Session at this time.

Motion to Enter Executive Session
Motion made by: XXXX
Seconded by: XXXXX

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Time

XXXXX

Motion to Adjourn Executive Session

Motion made by: XXXX
Seconded by: XXXXX

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Time

XXXX

16. Adjourn Meeting

If the Board approves, the following motion is recommended:

Motion made by: XXXXX
Seconded by: XXXX

That the Regular Meeting be adjourned.

Time

XXXX

Vote 

  • XXX — Yes
  • XXX — No
  • XXX — Abstain

Result: Motion carried.