The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

       p.m. in the Elementary School Building by _______________, _______________.

Members Present:  _______________

Members Absent:  _______________

Others Present:  _______________

_______________ led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Budget Presentation –

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the Minutes for the meeting on February 24, 2026, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Dr. Irizarry reported on:

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports:

• All-County Band/Chorus Update
• Model UN Conference Update
• Upcoming Spring Sports
• Upcoming Musical

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board of Education approve the Emergency Building Project Services Proposals for Architectural Services (Young & Wright) and Construction Manager (Campus Construction Management) regarding the 2025 Hailstorm damage and authorize the Superintendent to execute said proposals:  

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the 2026-27 School Calendar, as presented.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board of Education approve the summer 4-day work-week for the summer of 2026 (June 29, 2026 through September 4, 2026).  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation

of the Superintendent, the Board of Education approve the 2026-27 12-month staff holidays,

as follows:

                                         2026-2027 12-Month Holidays

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation

of the Superintendent, the Board approve an unpaid holiday for all 12-month staff on December 31, 2026 due to an extra day in the 12-month calendar.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________ seconded by _______________ that the Board declare the following item obsolete and authorize disposal in accordance with state law and Board policy. 

Shredder: Serial No: A00388898 - District Office paper shredder.

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board appoint _______________ as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The District Clerk was dismissed at       p.m. and the following took place as recorded by _______________, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board enter Executive Session at       p.m. for the purpose of discussing Choose an item..  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board resume regular session at _______________ p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows:

1. = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

3. = Correction

Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the creation of a 1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher position effective September 2, 2026 Motion Carried: Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.  

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the creation of a 1.0 FTE HS Math Teacher position effective September 2, 2026 Motion Carried: Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.  

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 613, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at _______________ p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

_______________

Clerk Pro Tem

The regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education was called to order at        

6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School Building by Mr. Robb, Board President.

Members Present:  Mr. Dean Robb, Mrs. Gail Royce, Mr. John Grover, Mr. Michael Youngers, Mr. Joshua Harvey, Mr. Stephen Tarbell II, Baylee Hoffmeister - Student Ex Officio.          

Members Absent:  Mrs. Kristina Baker.

Others Present:  Dr. Irizarry, Mrs. Burnham, Mr. Winchip, Mr. Holmes, Ms. Conable, Mrs. DeBadts, Mrs. Miller, Mr. Bark, several parents and other members of the public, three media outlet representatives and Mrs. Conley.

Mr. Robb led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

A parent shared concerns regarding bullying incidents that they reported occurred several years ago. 

Strengthening Student Support at the MHS Presentation – Mr. Winchip and Mrs. Burnham presented information and data to support their proposal to add a Special Education Teacher and MHS Math Teacher positions for the 2026-27 school year. 

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board approve the minutes for the meeting of February 10, 2026, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

The Board reviewed the lists of bills dated February 2, 2026, and February 17, 2026.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation Status Report and Revenue Status Reports for January 2026.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports as of January 2026.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board accept the Internal Claims Auditor’s Quarterly report (10/1-12/31/25).   Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Dr. Irizarry shared that he received an invitation to the 17^th Annual Pride of Wyoming County Agriculture Dinner on Saturday, March 7^th at the North Java Fire Hall.  This event allows us to celebrate and honor outstanding contributions in our local agriculture community.

Dr. Irizarry also spoke about the NYSSBA analysis of the 2026-27 Executive Budget Proposal.

Ex Officio Student School Board Member Reports: Ms. Hoffmeister shared the following:

• FFA State Leaders Experience – Four FFA members attended the State Leaders Experience in Albany 2/2-2/3/26.  They were able to meet with NYS Senators and Assembly members through workshops and legislative visits.  They also toured the Capitol Building.

• FFA Competition – Six FFA members participated in competitions held at Letchworth CSD on 2/7/26; two students are moving on to the next competition at Alfred University on 3/14/26.
• Nitroball Tournament – The annual WCS Nitroball Tournament took place recently.  The final match came down to two all-girls teams (two juniors and two sophomores).  The student body had lots of fun watching and rooting them on.
• GLOW Dance – The ES held a GLOW dance on Friday, 2/6/26.  The students enjoyed dressing up and had lots of fun at the event.
• All-County Festival – ES Chorus and Sr. High Band will be performing on Friday and Saturday 2/27 & 2/28/26 at York CSD. 

Audit Committee – Will meet again in the spring.

Finance Committee – Met on 2/18/26 for a preliminary budget review.

Policy Committee – Will be meeting in upcoming weeks.

Technology Committee – Met on 2/23/26.  Parents are able to view their child’s grades and teacher comments through a secure link from Parent Square.  The district is also scheduling Smartboard and equipment replacements throughout the next school year which is State aid-eligible.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board appoint Mrs. Royce as Clerk Pro Tem for the remainder of the Board Meeting.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

The District Clerk was dismissed at 7:06 p.m. and the following took place as recorded by Mrs. Royce, Clerk Pro Tem.

Tawnnee Conley

District Clerk

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board enter Executive Session at 7:06 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the employment history of a particular person.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the Board resume regular session at 9:29 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board approve the special education placements recommendations, as follows:

(A) = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board of Education approve the Memorandum of Agreement with Michelle Lippert reducing her School Monitor hours in order to temporarily fill a Physical Therapy Provider assignment during the 2025-26 school year.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Grover that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 612, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 1 (Royce).

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Tarbell that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 9:30 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem