Members Present
Dr. Archer
Mr. Baxter
Mrs. Cortese
Mrs. DeForest
Mrs. James Murad
Dr. Lei
Mrs. Scott
Mr. Zoghby
Members Absent
Mr. Babikian
Mr. Ghanim (Student board member)
Administration Present
Dr. Woodcock, Superintendent
Mr. Bartlett, Business Administrator
Mr. Franz, Assistant Superintendent
Mr. Reyes, Assistant Superintendent
Others in attendance: Jenna Winger, Amarache Okereke, Amjad Atassi, Bria Kearse, Laird Updyke, Dylan Gifford, Kirta Hannacker, Dave Funk, Mike Fitzpatrick, Nola Britz and Hazzah Alhamwi.
Dr. Archer called the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education to order at 7:10 p.m. in the Board Room of the District Office and via YouTube Livestream Link.
Presentation: Capital Project Update, Ashley McGraw Architects
Mr. Bartlett introduced architects Krista Hannacker and David Funk from Ashley McGraw, as well as construction managers Laird Updyke and Dylan Gifford, from LeChase, who were in attendance.
Ms. Hannacker shared an update on Phase 1 including a scope list by building and renderings as well as a list of apparent low bidders. The low bidders are Cunningham for Site Contractor, McInnis Nelson for General Contractor, Crosby Bornlie for Mechanical Contractor, Knapp Electric for Electric Contractor and Belluci Enterprises for Plumbing. Next, Ms. Hannacker shared a Phase 2 update with a scope list by building and a floor plan for the High School. Ms. Hannacker and Mr. Funk took questions from the Board. (See Supplemental Minutes).
Presentation: Dr. Lawson, High School Principal
Dr. Lawson shared a presentation which included 2025-2026 building goals, updates and information on a new offering, Financial Algebra.
Dr. Lawson shared building goals information including the percentage of High School staff CPR trained (95%), the purchase of two new AED’s, and the development of a multi-discipline Tier 2 intervention support plan at the High School.
Dr. Lawson shared updates including Art Progression & OCC Credit, conditional approval of CTE Broadcasting, a prerequisite review as part of the Strategic Plan, Portrait of a Graduate and the future focus of BLT.
Dr. Lawson introduced a team of Math teachers that have been working to bring Financial Algebra to the High School. Ms. Techman, Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Clinton, shared information on the new Financial Algebra course which is now offered to students. They shared a timeline on the background of the course, units of study and projects. Ms. Techman recognized the pioneer group of students in attendance, as well as Charlie Skahen and Eyuel Amare who provided student feedback. Ms. Techman thanked Dr. Lawson and Mr. Franz for their support.
The team took questions from the Board. Mrs. James Murad stated that Financial Algebra is a great course and Dr. Lei thanked the team of teachers for their innovation combining the two areas of finance and algebra to empower students to make good decisions. (See Supplemental Minutes).
Red Ram Recognition
Dr. Archer recognized all who participated in the Live Like Liam Run. She said it was a great turnout on a cold day. She also recognized and congratulated Coach Ryan Dera, who was recently awarded the New York State Athletic Association Central North Zone Coach of the Year for All Sports.
Dr. Archer recognized and congratulated the following delegates who have been selected to join the 2025-2026 Puerto Rican-Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PRHYLI) Syracuse Delegation:
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- Stephanie Alfonso
- Arturo Gonzalez Sanchez
- Sneyder Jumbo
- Kayla McQuaid
- Sara Skewes
Mrs. James Murad recognized the boys’ varsity volleyball team who have won the state championship for the third time in four years. Dr. Woodcock added that Senator Chris Ryan will attend the boys’ basketball game on December 22 to recognize the boys’ varsity volleyball team.
Community Comment Time #1
There were no comments.
Approve Consent Agenda
Mr. Zoghby moved, and Mrs. DeForest seconded the motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
1. Superintendent’s Personnel Recommendations and Substitute
Appointments
2. CSPE and CSE Recommendations
3. Amended Tax Collector’s Report
4. Disposal of Surplus District Buses
5. Disposal of Surplus District Assets
Motion carried. (8-0-0) (See Supplemental Minutes)
Superintendent’s Personnel Recommendations – December 8, 2025
INSTRUCTIONAL
Extra Duty Assignment – Extended Teaching – 2025-2026
Name, assignment, and stipend:
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- Kadie Leonard, CSE Chairperson, $1,915.00, effective November 10, 2025
Extra Duty Assignment – Extended Teaching – Winter Coaching – 2025-2026
Name, assignment, and stipend:
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- Alexandria Payne, Varsity Indoor Track Assistant Coach, Volunteer ($0)
Extra Duty Assignment – Extended Teaching – Fall Coaching – Extended Season Pay
Name, assignment, and stipend:
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- John Barlow, Varsity Football, $1,676.00
- Elyssa Becker, Varsity Gymnastics, $545.00
- Robert Bewley, Varsity Girls Swimming, $2,646.00
- Solomon Bliss, Varsity Football, $1,114.00
- Amanda Brown, Varsity Cheerleading, $712.00
- Jeff Cantor, Varsity Boys Soccer, $1,002.00
- Jake Cline, Varsity Boys Volleyball, $1,515.00
- Joe Corridori, Varsity Football, $1,276.00
- Robert Drummond, Varsity Football, $1,090.00
- Tracey Kalin, Varsity Gymnastics, $857.00
- Daniel Law, Varsity Boys Soccer, $1,656.00
- John Lenish, Varsity Boys Cross-Country, $1,016.00
- Matt Murphy, Varsity Girls Soccer, $2,148.00
- Joshua Paduano, JV Boys Volleyball, $981.00
- Nancy Raicht, Varsity Girls Cross-Country, $1,222.00
- Katherine Richey, Varsity Girls Swimming, $1,353.00
- Gina Santoro, Varsity Girls Soccer, $1,413.00
- Sabrina Scott, Varsity Cheerleading, $970.00
- Eugene Sul, Varsity Girls Tennis, $3,084.00
- Rebecca Trevisani, JV Girls Volleyball, $666.00
- Paul Valentino, Varsity Boys Golf, $687.00
- Serena Wadsworth, Varsity Girls Volleyball, $1,010.00
Request for Leave of Absence
Name, assignment, location, type of leave and effective date:
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- Kimberly Lewis, K-6 Elementary Teacher, Moses DeWitt, parental and FMLA, January 18, 2026 through June 26, 2026
Request for Retirement
Name, assignment, location, and effective date:
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- Kay Bach, Teaching Assistant, High School, December 1, 2025
- Janet Schulte, Teaching Assistant, Jamesville Elementary School, December 19, 2025
NONINSTRUCTIONAL
Change in Status Appointment
Name, assignment, change and effective date:
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- Alyssia Fox, Typist II, change from PPS (11-month) to High School, (12- month), 52-week probationary appointment, December 9, 2025
Appointments
Name, assignment, location, and effective date:
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- MaryKay Brownson, Substitute Bus Driver, Transportation, $27.00/hr., December 9, 2025
- MaryKay Brownson, Substitute Dispatcher, Transportation, $18.50/hr., December 9, 2025
- Daniel DeJulio, Bus Driver, 52-week probationary appointment, Transportation, $35.39/hr., January 5, 2026, replacing M. Decker
- Andrew Franco, Bus Driver, 52-week probationary appointment, Transportation, $35.39/hr., December 9, 2025, replacing M. Brownson
- Tamice Gates, Teacher Aide, 52-week probationary appointment, High School, $16.20/hr., December 15, 2025, replacing S. Procopio
- Jimmy Hester, Substitute Bus Attendant, Transportation, $16.00/hr., December 9, 2025
- Christine Lowe, District Cook Manager, 52-week probationary appointment, Cafeteria, $77,500.00/year, January 5, 2026, replacing R. Vedsted*
- Timothy Lynch, District Treasurer, 52-week probationary appointment, District Office, $95,000.00/year, January 5, 2026, replacing H. He
- Kenneth Whitney, Bus Driver, 52-week probationary appointment, Transportation, $35.39/hr., January 5, 2026, replacing D. Knapp
Request for Retirement
Name, assignment, location, and effective date:
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- Marsha Bissetta, Teacher Aide, Jamesville Elementary School, January 26, 2026
- MaryKay Brownson, Bus Driver, Transportation, November 30, 2025
Resignation
Name, assignment, location, and effective date:
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- Michael Decker, Bus Driver, Transportation, December 31, 2025
*Pending completion of the fingerprint process
Approve Minutes of the November 17, 2025 Board Meeting
Mr. Baxter moved and Mrs. Scott seconded the motion to approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025 board meeting.
Motion carried. (7-0-1) Mrs. Cortese abstained.
Approve Resolution with Day Automation for Server Replacements
Dr. Woodcock explained that the server is being replaced so that it can handle a larger amount of video feed from our cameras which can be saved for a longer period of time. Dr. Woodcock talked about the balance between having access to video for a longer period of time vs. privacy. She said the server is secure and the access to the video feed is very limited.
Mrs. Cortese moved and Mrs. James Murad seconded the motion to approve the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Jamesville School District
desires to enter into up to a 5 year service contract with the Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Board of Cooperative Educational Services (hereafter referred to as OCM BOCES) in order for the Regional Information Center (RIC) to furnish certain services to the District pursuant to Education Law 1950(4)(jj), those services being but not limited to classroom technology and library automation and other instructional technologies in CoSer 562 and/or CoSer 620.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the above School District agrees to enter into a contract with the OCM BOCES for the provision of said services to the District in total over the life of this agreement not to exceed the principal amount of $100,000.00 plus related borrowing fees incurred by the OCM BOCES on behalf of the school district, plus yearly Regional Information Center support during the term of this contract. This amount may be amended with the approval of both parties. Payments will be made as part of a regular annual BOCES contract for services. Further, this contract will be finalized by the Superintendent of the school district and is subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Education for both this multi-year service agreement and the OCM BOCES Installment Purchase contract which will be entered into on behalf of the school district at its request. This contract will be for a maximum period of 5 years commencing on or about February 1st, 2026.
Motion carried. (8-0-0) (See Supplemental Minutes)
Approve Award of 2024 Capital Project Phase 1 Bids Resolution
Mr. Bartlett stated that the bids for the Capital Project Phase 1 came in very favorable to the District. He said they were $400,000.00 under budget, which is good news going into Phase 2.
Mr. Baxter moved and Mrs. DeForest seconded the motion to approve the recommendation of the award of the 2024 Capital Project Phase 1 Bids.
Motion carried. (8-0-0) (See Supplemental Minutes)
Approve 2026-27 Budget Calendar
Mrs. Scott moved and Mrs. Cortese second the motion to approve the 2026-27 Budget Calendar.
Motion carried. (8-0-0) (See Supplemental Minutes)
Board Policies, First Reading
The following policies were brought to the Board for a first reading:
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- 5413 – Procurement Uniform Grant Guidance for Federal Awards
- 5681 – School Safety Plans
- 5850 – Data Networks and Security Access
- 5851 – Cybersecurity Incident Response
- 7522 – Concussion Management
Mrs. James Murad said the changes are based on guidance that has been recommended, or changes in regulations. These policies will come back to the Board at the January 12 meeting for a second reading.
Potential Consideration for Future Meetings
There was none.
Superintendent’s Report: Dr. Woodcock
Dr. Woodcock began her report by sharing some celebrations. She said the BOCES Capital Improvement Project passed with an 84% margin. She shared that she was incredibly proud of our boys’ varsity volleyball coaches, families and our student section for exhibiting class, elegance and proper behavior, even when unsportsmanlike conduct is shown by an opposing team.
Dr. Woodcock said she was very excited for the five PRHYLI delegates that were mentioned earlier, and that she cannot wait to attend the events. Dr. Woodcock recognized the Live Like Liam Run and Walk which took place last Saturday. She said the weather was cold and snowy, but the community showed warmth and care by raising over $38,000 for the Foundation.
Mr. Zoghby said he appreciated everything that was done for the run, from the preparation to the support from administration. He said that every year, the Foundation awards a scholarship that goes to a student that shows perseverance and kindness. Mr. Zoghby said this year the Foundation has decided to have two scholarships; one will go to a student that shows perseverance and the other will go to a student that shows kindness.
Dr. Woodcock gave a shoutout to the buildings and grounds crew for all their hard work and said this brought out the best in our community.
Dr. Woodcock shared a preliminary accountability status update for 2025-26 and said we are in the best category for all areas. She said this means that the state does not come in and support any areas of improvement. She said it doesn’t mean we are perfect, but we have not been designated to any areas of improvement. Dr. Woodcock said that part of the accountability status looks at disproportionality of students with disabilities in suspensions, as well as the subgroups of race and ethnicity. She said that although the report shows we are not disproportionate in any areas, compared to state data, our administration team is working diligently on restorative practices to help us as a district.
Lastly, Dr. Woodcock shared upcoming events including holiday concerts and holiday recess.
Committee Reports
Mrs. DeForest said the Finance committee met on November 18 and discussed the budget roadshows, the budget calendar, two grants that we are waiting to hear back on, and updates on projects.
Student Board Member Report: Mr. Ghanim
Mr. Ghanim was not in attendance.
Board President’s Report: Dr. Archer
Dr. Archer discussed a couple of articles from the weekly OnBoard Magazine that had relevance. The first article was about Pre-K and the connection to mental health and screentime, outdoor play and adequate rest. She said it would benefit us to take a closer look at that topic. The next article was about the Portrait of a Graduate which had a tie-in to the financial algebra presentation earlier in the meeting. She said the Board of Regents is considering a climate education requirement which fits into the Portrait of a Graduate and financial literacy.
Community Comment Time #2
There were no comments.
Unfinished and Continuing Business
Dr. Woodcock proposed Wednesday, February 4 from 6 to 7 p.m. for the Board of Education Community Forum. She said the forum would be a station style forum that would cover the topics of equity, safety and Portrait of a Graduate. The Board supported the date and topic of the forum. Dr. Woodcock will share forum updates to the community.
At 8:13 p.m., Mr. Zoghby moved, and Mrs. Cortese seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried. (8-0-0)
Respectfully submitted
Tish Hauser
Clerk of the Board
BOARD APPROVED: 1-12-26