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

Roll Call

Present

• Thomas Blakley
• Brian Casey
• Stephanie Cogan
• Vincent Forenzo, Student Representative
• Rose Gigliello
• Jennifer Houlihan
• Michael Keane
• David Kiehle
• Christopher Larrabee
• Robert Mesick

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

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

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.

The Superintendent of Schools will provide an update on district initiatives, student achievement, operational highlights, and strategic priorities.

Board members will discuss and consider new items or proposals that have not been addressed in previous meetings. This may include motions, resolutions, or other matters needing Board approval.

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

Board Committees
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.

A. 2026–2027 Budget Discussion
Jacqlene McAllister, Assistant Superintendent for Management Services & Strategic Planning, will provide a brief update on the 2026–2027 budget.

B. HR Staffing Retention Report
Christopher Robilotti, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources & Safe Schools, will provide a report on HR staffing retention.

The Superintendent recommends approval of the following items:

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.

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.

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.

• 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.

Proclamation – XXXXXX

Whereas:

• School counselors are employed in public and private schools to help students reach their full potential;
• School counselors are actively committed to helping students explore their abilities, strengths, interests, and talents as these traits relate to career awareness and development;
• School counselors help families focus on ways to further the academic, career, and social/emotional development of their children;
• School counselors work with teachers and other educators to help students explore their potential and set realistic goals;
• School counselors seek to identify and utilize community resources that can enhance and complement comprehensive school counseling programs and help students become productive members of society;
• Comprehensive school counseling programs are considered an integral part of the educational process that enables all students to achieve success in school.

Therefore:
The South Colonie Central School District Board of Education does hereby proclaim XXXX, 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.

• April 21 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m., District Office
• April 29 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m., District Office (Wednesday)

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

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.