June 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Somers Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
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3.1. Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS) Certificate of Excellence Awards
Rationale:
Dr. Galloway will present the CAPSS Certificate of Excellence Awards to Alyssa Gridley from SES, Kyanalis Torres from MBA, and Aja Drammeh from SHS.
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3.2. Board Recognition of Ashley Guerra
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Dr. Galloway will introduce Ashley Guerra, MBA's Administrative Assistant, to the Board for her Westover Airlift Wing 2025 Key Support Liaison of the Year Award, which recognizes a volunteer who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to the Commander's Key Support Program. Ashley acted as a vital link between the squadron leadership and military families, specifically ensuring families are supported during deployments and separations, allowing service members to focus on the mission.
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4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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4.1. Approval of the May 26, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Rationale:
The Board to review and approve the minutes from the May 26, 2026 Board meeting.
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4.2. Approval of the May 28, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
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The Board to review and approve the Special Meeting minutes from May 28, 2026.
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5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
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5.1. Superintendent Update
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5.2. Morgan Stanley Update
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Kevin Nichols from Morgan Stanley will update the Board.
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5.3. Monthly Budget Report
Rationale:
Stephanie Levin, Director of Business Services, will update the Board on the monthly budget report.
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6. OPPORTUNITY TO ADD/DELETE AGENDA ITEMS
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7. CONSENT AGENDA
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7.1. Warrant of June 8, 2026
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The Board to review and consent to the warrant of June 8, 2026.
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7.2. 2nd Posting DBS Code 5112.01 - Kindergarten Enrollment and Early Entry Waiver (2026-2027)
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7.3. 2nd Posting DBS Code 5131.81 - Use of Electronic Devices
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7.4. 2nd Posting DBS Code 9120.1 - Officers - Election
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7.5. 2nd Posting DBS Code 9231.4 - Minor Matters
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8. OLD BUSINESS
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9. NEW BUSINESS
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9.1. Puerto Rico Field Trip
Rationale:
Chris Mangini, SHS Spanish Teacher, will present the Puerto Rico Trip to the Board for their approval.
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9.2. FY27 Budget Discussion
Rationale:
Discussion and possible action regarding the FY27 budget.
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10. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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10.1. Curriculum
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10.2. Policy
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10.3. Planning/Finance
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10.4. Salary & Negotiations
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10.5. Building
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11. CIP/CREC/SEF
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12. ADVANCE CALENDAR
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13. AUDIENCE TO CITIZENS/STAFF/STUDENTS
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14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Rationale:
The Board to enter into Executive Session to discuss the Non-Union staff wage adjustments for the 2026-2027 school year and to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation. The Board will invite Dr. Galloway into Executive Session.
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15. ADJOURNMENT
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