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

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

Members Present: 

Members Absent: 

Others Present: 

_______________ led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board appoint Dr. Michael Irizarry, who holds Permanent certification as a School District Administrator, to the position of Superintendent of Schools, effective July 28, 2025.  This appointment will be per the specifications set forth in his contract with the District.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the contract with Dr. Michael Irizarry, Superintendent of Schools, as presented, and authorize the Board President to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.   

Honor 2025 Retirees -

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board approve the minutes for the meeting on June 10, 2025, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

The Board reviewed the lists of regular bills dated May 23, 2025 and June 6, 2025.

The Board reviewed the Appropriation Status Report and Revenue Status Reports for May 2025.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________  that the Board accept the Treasurer’s Reports for May 2025.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Mr. Wilkins reported

Audit Committee –

Finance Committee –

Policy Committee –

Technology Committee –

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the FFA Trip Request for an overnight trip to Camp Oswegatchie in Croghan, NY on July 6-11, 2025, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board of Education approve the FFA Trip Request for an overnight trip for the Rural Schools Conference in Lake Placid, NY on July 13-14, 2025, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the contract with Hearing Evaluation Services of Buffalo, Inc., for the 2025-26 school year as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board approve the 2025-26 School Calendar, as corrected and revised, (2025 summer Regents exam days corrected and 6^th grade orientation date changed).  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board  approve the following transportation contract extensions:

Summer 2025-2026:

BOCES Special Education                    C & F Transportation

Athletic and Field Trips                        C & F Transportation

Geneseo Lives Program                         C & F Transportation

Halpern Program                                  C & F Transportation

Mary Cariola                                        C & F Transportation

Monroe II BOCES                                C & F Transportation

BOCES Non-Special Education              C & F Transportation

Rochester School For the Deaf              C& F Transportation

Monroe 1 BOCES                                Livingston-Wyoming ARC

School Year 2025-2026:

Monroe 1 BOCES                                Livingston-Wyoming ARC

Norman Howard                                   Livingston-Wyoming ARC

Norman-Crestwood Combined              Livingston-Wyoming ARC

Randolph Academy                              Livingston-Wyoming ARC

Stanley Falk                                         Livingston-Wyoming ARC

Athletic and Field Trips                        C & F Transportation

Baker Victory                                      C & F Transportation

Baker Victory Second                           C & F Transportation

Easter Seals                                          C & F Transportation

Geneseo Lives Program                         C & F Transportation

Home to School                                     C & F Transportation

Mary Cariola/May Center                     C & F Transportation

Monroe II BOCES                                C & F Transportation

Mt. Morris Elementary – BOCES          C & F Transportation

Orleans BOCES – Pioneer                    C & F Transportation

Perry to Warsaw                                   C & F Transportation

Rochester School for the Deaf               C & F Transportation

Attica                                                   C & F Transportation

Castile to Warsaw                                 C & F Transportation

Letchworth                                          C & F Transportation   

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

Moved by _______________, seconded by _______________ that the Board authorize the funding of the following reserves from the 2024-25 budget and/or a transfer from reserves, as specified:

• District Retirement Contribution Reserve Sub-Fund (TRS) with the total amount

       not to exceed $100,000.

• Reserve for Retirement Contributions (ERS) with the total amount not to exceed $200,000.

• Reserve for Workers Comp with the total amount not to exceed $100,000.

• Unemployment Insurance Reserve with the total amount not to exceed $100,000.

• Capital Reserves Fund-2021 with the total amount not to exceed $1,500,000.

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 placement recommendations, as follows:

1. = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

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

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve ratification of the Contract with the Warsaw Support Staff Association for the period July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2029, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

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

of the Superintendent, the Board of Education approve the adjusted 2025-26 12-month staff holidays as follows:

                                         2025-2026 12-Month Holidays

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

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Memorandum of Agreement for Girls Freestyle Wrestling for the 2025-26 winter sports season be approved, and authorize the Superintendent to execute said MOA.  Motion Carried: Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the Medical Club 2025-26 Memorandum of Agreement as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said MOA.  Motion Carried: Yes _______________, No _______________, Abstain _______________.

Moved by_______________, seconded by _______________ that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 598, 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. Stephen Tarbell II, Mr. Joshua Harvey

Members Absent:  Mrs. Kristina Baker

Others Present:  Mr. Wilkins, Ms. Grisewood, Mrs. Monahan, Mrs. D’Amico, Mr. Winchip, Mr. Webb, Mrs. Harwood, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. Stores, Mrs. Dourie, Ms. Yeo, Ms. Conable, Mrs. Casseri, Mr. Sandefer, Ex Officio Student Board Members, Several students, parents and members of the community, Mrs. Conley

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

Mr. Sandefer spoke in support of Ms. Yeo and passed out copies of student quotes on her behalf.

NYS FFA Championship Board Recognition – The Board recognized sophomore student and FFA member, Baylee Hoffmeister, and presented her with a Certificate of Achievement for earning Individual 1^st Place in the 2025 NYS FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking Contest in Syracuse.  Mr. Winchip and Mrs. Harwood spoke about the highly competitive contest challenges for the students.  They have 30 minutes to research and organize their thoughts on an agricultural topic drawn at random.  Students are judged on content, organization, delivery, and their ability to clearly and persuasively communicate complex ideas.  Baylee’s exceptional performance has earned her the honor of representing NYS at the National FFA Convention this fall in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Baylee also spoke about the FFA banquet tomorrow where they would be honoring Mrs. Monahan with an Honorary Chapter FFA Degree.  Since Mrs. Monahan cannot attend, Baylee presented the plaque to her at this time.    

Introduction of the 2025-26 Ex Officio Student Board of Education Members – Mr. Wilkins introduced the 2025-26 Ex Officio Student Board of Education Member, Baylee Hoffmeister and alternates, Evelyn LaWall and Ian McGary.  Mr. Wilkins explained that effective July 1, 2025, districts are required to have ex officio student members on their Board.  He stated the students went through the application and interview process, and we chose three noting that these qualified students are involved in many community and extracurricular school activities.  

Principals’ Year-End Reports:

ES – Mr. Webb spoke about the many family engagement opportunities throughout the year such as Meet the Teacher Night, Moonlight Magic, Parent Teacher Conferences and Painting Party with UPK-2^nd grade just to name a few.  He shared about focusing on educating the whole child by allowing time for Mindset Mondays, Wellness Wednesdays, etc. and continuing with the six pillars of Character Counts.  Lastly, he talked about student engagement and building thinking classrooms and always striving for continuous improvement. 

MS – Mrs. D’Amico presented her MS end-of-the-year power point that looked at grades 6-8 assessments.  She noted the high percentage of parents having their children opt out of taking the assessments.  She explained that each opt out equals a zero in the overall combined scoring.  She spoke about the School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) Team who has developed an improvement plan for the 2025-26 school year.  Mrs. D’Amico shared highlights including the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) induction of 33 students this year, MS Awards Night where 70 students received various awards such as Shining Star, High GPA, Honor and High Honor Roll.  She also highlighted the outstanding chorus and band concerts and also the Drama Club play and musical directed by Mr. Gayford and Mr. Wartinger. 

Mrs. D’Amcio stated that an end-of-the-year MS bowling field trip to Transit Lanes is planned for June 16. 

HS – Mr. Winchip stated that the High School Awards program was held last night.  He shared his presentation noting that during the 2024-25 school year, Teachers completed over 200 Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons and the HS held five rounds of Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) meetings this year, supporting over 25 students though the MTSS process.  He shared about the 11 new course offerings for the 2025-26 school year, as well as college courses offering up to 46 credits of GCC coursework that is available at WCS.  He noted that students can also earn college credit through Advanced Placement Classes and passing the AP exam with a score of 3 to 5. 

Mr. Winchip stated that our first year of online sports registrations via the Arbiter Sports system, has been very successful.  He has received positive feedback about the user-friendly and time saving sytem.  

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the minutes for the meeting on May 20, 2025, May 22, 2025, May 27, 2025 and June 5, 2025, as written.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0. 

Mr. Wilkins gave the following update regarding the UPK:  As we prepare for another school year, a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for community collaboration was distributed to potential approved providers on May 6th, with a deadline to return RFPs by May 30, 2025.  No proposals were received, therefore, the district will qualify to submit a collaboration variance when new grant applications are submitted.

Mr. Wilkins stated the district is on track with the emergency project.  The roof contractor did a walk through and there is more damage than we first knew, including some technology equipment, carpets and ceiling tiles. 

He also gave an update on the turf field.  It did not get off to a great start; the rain slowed down the progress, but they are caught up now.  They have been working on the retention and drainage system.  The goal is to be on the field by mid-August, but it might be September; we should know more this week.

Second Review:  Policy 7317 - Use of Internet-Enabled Devices During the School Day.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board approve Policy 7317 - Use of Internet-Enabled Devices During the School Day.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board schedule the 2025-26 Reorganization Meeting for July 8, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Elementary School Cafeteria, 153 W. Buffalo Street, Warsaw.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board approve the Intermunicipal Agreement between Warsaw Central School District, Letchworth Central School District and Perry Central School District for interscholastic athletics participation in Football at the Modified, Junior Varsity and Varsity levels for the 2025-26 school year, as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the Intermunicipal Agreement between Warsaw Central School District and Letchworth Central School District for interscholastic athletics participation in Boys Soccer at the Modified, Junior Varsity and Varsity levels for the 2025-26 school year, as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the GVEP AS-7 Service Agreement for 2025-26, as proposed, and authorize the Board President to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Board approve the SUNY Geneseo Teacher Candidate Field Placement Affiliation Agreement with Warsaw CSD for 2025-2030, as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board approve the Delaware Valley University Articulation Agreement with Warsaw CSD, as proposed, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mrs. Royce that the Board approve the Inter-State Studio 2025-26 Service Agreement, as proposed, and authorize the ES Principal to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers that the Board approve the School Datebooks, Inc. (SDI) ES Agendas 2025-26 Contract, as proposed, and authorize the ES Assistant Principal to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board approve the OMNI/TSACG Reinstatement Agreement for 2025-26, and authorize the Business Administrator to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mrs. Royce, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board of Education approve the bid of C&F Transportation with regard to the Halpern Program – 2025-26 School year run and with regard to the Hillside Crestwood – 2025 Summer run, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools and Board President to execute said agreements.   Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Youngers, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board of Education accept and allow Perry Central School District to piggyback on the 2025-26 transportation contract between Warsaw Central School district and C&F Transportation, transporting students between Warsaw and Easter Seals, with the same terms and conditions  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Havery, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board of Education approve the agreement with Lumsden McCormick, LLC for the School Year 2024-25 audit, and authorize the Business Administrator to execute said agreement.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Grover, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Board approve the proposed Service Agreement with Hillside for the 2025-26 school year, and authorize the School Superintendent to execute said contract.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers 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 7:07 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 7:07 p.m. for the purpose of discussing collective negotiations pursuant to article 14 of Civil Service Law.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Grover that the Board resume regular session at 8:48 p.m.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

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

1. = Amendment Agreement – No Meeting

                                                   (C) = Correction

Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve the Starting Pay Rates of the Support Staff Positions & Substitutes, as follows, effective July 1, 2025.

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

Moved by Mr. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Youngers that, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, the Board approve Personnel Schedule 597, as proposed.  Motion Carried:  Yes 5, No 0, Abstain 1 (Grover).

Moved by Mr. Tarbell, seconded by Mr. Harvey that the regular meeting of the Warsaw Central School Board of Education be adjourned at 8:49 p.m.; subject to the call of the President.  Motion Carried:  Yes 6, No 0, Abstain 0.

Mrs. Gail E. Royce

Clerk Pro Tem