salute to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all >> Mr. Mr. here. Mrs. Miller >> here, >> Mr. Pender
>> present. >> Mr. Ky here, Mr. Telber here. >> M Mr. Gus >> here. >> Mr. Casio >> here. >> In accordance with terms of the sunshine active notice of this meeting was posted in all school buildings the administration building bur cls office and public library newspapers on January
8th 26 and on February 8th 26th. Please be advised not smoking on school rounds inside at any time. Please silence all electronic devices and pursuant to district policy number 0167 each day participants shall be limited to three minutes duration and no participant may speak more than once on the same doc.
>> Thank you. Super report. >> Thank you, Mr. Casio. Mr. Fancy, you're ready to present the wellness. >> Thank you, Dr. Tany. Uh Dr. Melissa, it's been recommended. It has been recommended if you would like to present this on your last day, but uh I will save you that. And uh thank you. Uh we
have the district wellness committee uh report for the year. The wellness committee met four times during the 2526 school year during which we we reviewed the district's food service operations, health and physical education, and the existing wellness policy. We al also partnered with a company called Nourish
and Thrive. Nourish and Thrive nutrition centers provide a series of nutritional education and culinary demonstration programs tailored to the needs of the South Planefield School District community. Their goal was to provide engaging age appropriate nutrition
education and hands-on culinary experience that inspire students to make healthier food choices and empower empower parents to support their families in building lasting nutritional habits. They met with students at our four elementary schools as well as grade school for our kindergarten to fourth
grade students. They provided a 30-minute interactive assembly called Superheroes Need Super Foods. This explored how healthy food helps their bodies grow strong and give them energy with relatable superhero themed messaging. Activities included reading a
superhero story, finding the superhero symbol with a playalong game to remember the benefits of six superfoods, and creating their own superfood superhero coloring and sticker activity. For our fifth and sixth graders, they provide a 30inut interactive assembly called foods
that fuel. This involved the teaching the my plate model and how to balance different food groups at each meal with practical examples and tips. A deeper dive into the benefits of different fruits and vegetables and their roles in supporting
focus, sports performance, energy and mood. We discussed start we discussed smart snacking and creating balanced snacks using three food group using the three food group rules protein fiber and healthy and healthy fats to fuel body
and brain activities included build your own balance plate coloring activity and name superfood interactive guessing game. On May 14th, the South Planefield community received an email regarding stressless family meals, which included videos on eight meal time strategies for
busy families, a special virtual presentation, and cooking demo. Our technology department will be resending it out to everyone again tomorrow afternoon. In closing, we remain dedicated to fostering a healthy, supportive environment for all students. We continue to broaden our outreach to
include parents, families, and staff in our wellness initiative. If you are interested in joining the wellness committee, please contact Jacqueline Rosa. Her contact information can be found on the business section of our district website. Thank you. >> Thank you, Mr. Vanti. Um, a reminder to
all of our students that the summer assignments are listed on our district website. Um, please start to work on the assignments and reading little by little so that the last week of August, you won't be spent uh be spent in your home and missing out on all the great things for the end of summer. Parents and guardians, please check your emails uh
regarding scheduled dates for the preschool open house, kindergarten openhouse, grant locker camp, middle school locker camp, and new story student orientation at the high school. In addition, we will be scheduling a preschool parent guard guardian meeting to meet with Mrs. Hennessy, our new preschool principal, and that will be
held in August. Over the past few weeks, our district has experienced several changes within our long-standing central office administrative team. After 10 years of dedicated service to the South Plainsville School District, Dr. Melissa, our assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, will be leaving us to assume the position of
superintendent of the Helden School District in Pose County. Uh Hilton's gain is certainly our loss and she will be greatly missed by all of us here in South Mainfield. The board appointed Mr. Patrick Ceruo, currently our director of secondary curriculum and grants, as the new assistant superintendent of
curriculum instruction. Throughout his career in Southfield, Mr. Zulu has been an invaluable asset to the district serving as a teacher, vice principal, principal, and director before assuming his new leadership role. His experience and commitment to our student, staff,
and community make him ex exceptionally wellqualified for the position. Dr. Bob Gleman will be transitioning from his current role as the director of elementary curriculum and ESL to the director of secondary curriculum and grants. Dr. Dr. Goman has been instrumental in advancing our curriculum
and instructional initiatives at the elementary level and I know he will bring that same dedication and expertise to his new position. And if you had the opportunity to look a little further down on the agenda this evening, you would see that Dr. Kevin Hyde is recommended for the position of director
of elementary curriculum and instruction. Dr. Dr. Heidik has faithfully served the district as a teacher, vice principal, and for the past 10 years, principal um uh principal of Kennedy School. Prior he served as the principal of the middle school. Dr. Haidik was born and raised in South
Angel and began his career in our district in September of 2000. Many of you may also know that he met his wife, Angelo, while they were both teaching in the district. Correct. >> Okay. Together they are the proud parents of four children, Joseph, Anthony, Lorenzo, and
Giovana. I know Dr. Heayek will bring the same passion and commitment to his new role that he has demonstrated throughout his career here. I would also like to take a few moments to recognize Dr. Melissa, who will be leaving our district at the end of this month. This evening marks her final board of
education meeting after 10 years of distinct distinctive service as our assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. It is important to acknowledge the countless contributions Dr. Melissa has made during her tenure in South Plainfield. Throughout the past decade,
she has worked collaboratively with her colleagues to expand academic opportunities for our students, including the addition of numerous advanced placement courses at the high school. She has been ti a tireless advocate for the thoughtful use of student data to improve instruction and has partnered with teachers, administrators, and staff to develop
meaningful highquality uh instructional programs for our students on all grade levels. as well as professional learning opportunities for our faculty and staff. Dr. Melissa played an integral part an integral leadership role in guiding our district through the uh unprecedented challenges of CO 19 pandemic, ensuring
that our students continue to receive the support and education they deserve during that incredible difficult time. She researched and implemented numerous instructional programs across all grade levels, serving as our district HIV coordinator and consistently approached every challenge with professionalism,
integrity, and a commitment to doing what was best for the students. Although Dr. Melissa may be leaving us, her legacy will live on with the district's new strategic plan and initiative she spearheaded with tremendous vision and dedication. That plan will be introduced to the public at our August board
meeting and will continue to guide the district for many years to come. a lasting reflection of her leadership and commitment to South Planefield. This may take me a second. >> You're not capable of crying. >> No, he did once before. I was waiting to
see if it was it. That's Jimmy's job. >> Yes. >> Dr. Melissa, on a personal note, you and I have been together in South Plainfield. >> I don't know if I'm going to be able to get through this for the past 10 years
and for seven more years prior in our prior to our arrival here from our previous district. Over the past 17 years together, you know that I'm not one for goodbyes. So, I will just say this.
Thank you for all you've done for the students, family, faculty, staff, and administration of the South Newfield School District. You are not only an outstanding educational leader, but a role model for all in the educational community. As for our relationship,
you have been a pleasure pleasure to work with, to watch you grow into your position, and know you are well prepared to step into the role of superintendent. You make me feel like a proud parent. You are not only a valued colleague but
a very dear friend. Thank you for all you've given to me professionally and personally. I wish you nothing but success in the future and know you will be missed by all of us, but most of all, you'll be missed by me.
>> [applause] >> That's twice in 10 years. [snorts] >> That's twice in 10 years. >> Tell you the first >> I wait to see if she doesn't bring it down here. I'm going to be so shocked. >> Presentation. No. >> Come on, Sharon.
>> What? >> What you got? >> For what? >> Remember comments on presentation? >> You did a good job. Thank you. >> Okay, I'll speak. >> I'll speak. >> Wait, I'll say Alex, you did a wonderful job. Thank you so much for that magical
information you gave us. >> Did you just call it magical? >> Anybody else? Are you talking about the food service report >> presentation? >> Okay. >> Any public comments and agenda items?
>> See, >> resolution to approve prior board minute. >> Some move. >> Second. >> There any discussion? >> Mr. Both? >> Yes. >> Mr. Espen? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Miller? >> Yes. >> Mr. Cutter? >> Yes. >> Mr. Macy? >> Yes.
>> Mr. Casselberg? >> Yes. >> M Williams? >> Yes. Mr. Gon, >> yes. Mr. Casio, >> yes. >> Curriculum A through F. >> So move. >> Second. >> Any discussion? >> Please. >> Mr. Both. >> Yes. >> Mr. Espa. >> Yes.
>> Mrs. Miller. >> Yes. >> Mr. Pender. >> Yes. >> Mr. >> Yes. >> Mr. Cesleberg. >> Yes. >> M. Williams. >> Yes. >> Mr. Gakus. >> Yes. Mr. Cassio. >> Yes. Policy. We've got just a move. >> Second. >> Any discussion? Roll call, please.
>> Mr. Bolt. >> Yes. Mr. Esco, >> yes. >> Mrs. Miller, >> Mr. Pender, >> yes. >> Mr. >> Yes. >> Mr. Celberg, >> yes. >> Miss Williams, >> yes. >> Mr. Gianus, >> yes. >> Mr. Casio, >> yes. Personnel A through E. Is that correct?
>> Second. >> Any discussion? >> Please vote. >> Yes. Abstain on 12 C number one. Uh this board member, but if I could vote,
yes. >> Mr. Espin, >> yes. >> Mrs. Miller, >> yes. >> Mr. Pender, >> yes. >> Mr. Py, >> yes. >> Mr. Sleber, >> yes. >> Mr. Williams, >> yes. >> Mr. Gus, >> yes. >> Mr.
>> Yes. address finance A through here BB. Is that correct? >> That's correct. >> All right. >> Second. >> Any discussion? >> Mr. B. >> Yes. Uh the group registration for the
workshop. If I choose to go, I will pay for it myself. Not place a burden on the tax. >> Mr. Esma. >> Yes. >> Mrs. Miller. >> Yes. >> Mr. Yes, >> Mr. Peny. >> Yes, >> Mr. Cesleberg. >> Yes, >> Miss Williams. >> Yes, >> Mr. G.
>> Mr. Cassio. >> Yes. Any public comments? >> Seeing none board comments. All right. Chairman, you're up. >> Uh, first of all, I would just like to congratulate Dr. Kevin Haiduck on your new position. It is very welld deserved.
I am happy to see that you got this position. you have experience at all levels um throughout our district and I'm certain that you're going to be highly successful in this position. So, congratulations again. And to um Mr. Patrick um Serillo, I just want to also
again congratulate you. I know we did it virtual but in person um as our new assistant superintendent. Um we have big shoes to fill, but I'm certain you're up to the challenge. Um I know you're going to be highly successful and I look forward to working with you on curriculum.
Let's see here. Dr. Mary Molesca, saying goodbye to you is really, really hard for me. Um, you have been a true inspiration to this district and to me personally. Your unique blend of your expert knowledge of curriculum and leadership abilities are going to be sorely missed. Your vision
and dedication to curriculum will have lasting impact on our students, staff, and community for years to come. Personally, you have taught me so much about curriculum and data, data, and more data. I will forever be grateful to you. I hope your new district knows how incredibly lucky they are to have you.
From the bottom of my heart, I wish you nothing but the best as you begin this new chapter of your life. You are a true rock star. I know you will be highly successful. I will truly miss you probably next to what what Moren will and I call you my friend. Thank you and
good luck to you. and I'm going to miss you. >> Thank you. >> Thank you. >> Thank you. >> So, I just want to take Oh, is that on um I want to take this opportunity to thank all of this year's retirees,
right? Um for their years of service, dedication, and commitment to the students and our school community. I wish you all the best in the next chapter of your lives. May they be fulfilling, happy, and healthy. To the new hires and those stepping into new
roles, congratulations to all of you. I wish you positive growth and much success and look forward to the contributions you'll continue to make within our district. To Dr. Mlesca,
work with you know known you first as a parent, spoken to you there and I've had a brief time to work with you here. I wish you all the best as you serve the students and community of Hailman. I say that right. They are extremely fortunate to be under
your leadership. Continue to shine, continue to grow and again you will be missed. Thank you. >> Anybody else? Basically, I just want to really echo
what everybody say. Pat, congratulations. I'm looking forward to seeing you in your new role starting soon. Soon. Too soon. Right. Um Jeff, congrats, man. You really like right at the ladder, right?
Congratulations, Tennessee. I assume that's you, right? Welcome. [laughter] Welcome. Welcome to our district. Um I know you'll do really well there from what I hear. So, congratulations. Um all the retirees, congrats. very very happy that this district is going in the
direction it's going and it's gotten this place because of some of these retirees and how good they've been through these years and there's always big shoes to fill. We always try to get the absolute best that we can get in this district and I really think we've done a great job with that. Um
doctor mayor I got to tell you you're here for 10 years and in all honesty it feels like the blink of an eye. really truly does. And and honestly, that's a testament to how good it's been running, how good everything's been going. And on a personal note, I truly will miss you. I
I got nothing but respect for you. I think you do your role really well. And um it's it's a loss for our district. Again, for as I said, and I'm sure Pat will do an excellent job, but you've become very comfortable, for lack of a
better word, in my opinion, for me when I come to the board and when I when I have questions and stuff. You're always right there on on the money with everything and I just want to say thank you. This 10 years that you've been here and and the whole leadership team has really taken this district to a new
level. Prior to you guys coming here, it was in such a disarray. We were constantly going through BA, superintendent, assistant superintendent, every position you could think of. And you guys have really, really leveled the ship and straightened it all out. And I think this district is in the best position it's been in as long as I
can remember. And UNPO has been here the longest, but you know, I haven't I've been here for quite a while myself. >> You still here? >> And and honestly, this district is as good as it is because so thank you for that. And of course, shout out to Mr. Wings over
there because [laughter] fantastic as always. So it really looks great always. And that's you and your team there. So thank you really. Honestly, very I wish you nothing but the best. >> Thank you. >> Thank you. Anybody else?
>> Mr. Sera, congratulations. Dr. Congratulations. >> Miss Hennessy. >> Miss Hennessy, congratulations. Welcome to the district. Welcome home. Right. Cuz you live in town. Um,
one thing before I get to Mary, I'm getting to Mary. Um, we are there's two people that I'm going to miss. Mary's one of them, but uh, Coach Steve Johnson is also going to be another person. We're sad to see him go, but congratulations to him on
accepting him athletic director position, but uh, he's had a lot of success as a coach here in South Lincoln's home. Um, whereas when I was a student here, we won some state championships. So, um, going to miss him
in this district. Well, Mary, going to Mary. Um, Mary, thank you for your dedication to this district. Thank you for being a fierce advocate for access, opportunity, and inclusive education for
all of the students that you have seen walk through these doors. When I think of where I am, even though I'm in higher education in my profession, you are someone that's been a model to me in the work that I do through my master's
program, maybe one day a doctoral program, and we've had that conversation before, but you do this work, right? You show up every single day giving it your all because you're dedicated to the field of education. And so, thank you.
Thank you for making data presentations exhilarating, thrilling, and worthwhile. You will truly be missed. Thank you. >> What about the accelerating part? >> Anybody else? >> For me, for [laughter] me. >> Anybody else?
>> Yep, >> Kevin. Pat, congratulations. Oh, it's it's very nice that uh that uh you know you both uh you know the system so long and actually like all presidents congratulations both of you
good luck to you know I'm sure you'll do well good luck to all the retirees and Mary it's been uh yeah okay I'm not gonna try on but uh it's been a long time we're together
um you know I miss your phone calls, especially when I was president and Norine was away. I used to get the calls. I used to get calls all the time. And uh she's been keeping secrets, too. I a lot of times I try to get something from her and she won't do it. She won't do it.
>> She's still mean. >> But I really appreciate you. I you know, I enjoy I enjoy every minute talking with you. You know, you're you make curriculum fun and you know that's hard to do, you know. Well,
about the ranch [laughter] >> and it's, you know, it was hard to do, but I I really wish you the best. I I know you really wanted this and you really deserve it and I'm going to miss you. You know, just wish you the best of luck. You
still just the chat. >> Anybody else? One question >> because I didn't know that's who it was in Tennessee. [laughter] Congratulations on your new position in our district. I'm sure you'll be highly successful and we look forward to
working with you. Congratulations again. >> I didn't want to leave her out. >> Can I May I >> you? >> This is your show. >> Two minutes. >> I'll try not to cry. I wrote something and then I rewrote it and I'm just gonna say
>> probably a lot of syllables, right? >> Many multi words. >> Um >> I I can't you want me to look away? >> Um I would like to say thank you all very much for the things that you just said. It really means a lot. Um, I've
been here for Oh, he had to leave. [laughter] >> He can't take it. >> You know, I can just sum this up. I I thank you. I've been here for 10 years. Um, it was definitely a learning curve for me. And I would just like to say
thank you to my colleagues, to the faculty, to staff, um to the board members, those who are here right now, those who were here before, uh for giving me grace in my learning curve on this continuum. I say that to new teachers who are coming in and new administrators.
We're all on a continuum from novice to expert. And allowing me to grow in that way here was a wonderful opportunity. And it's paved the way for me to do what I do here. and what Dr. Tany has taught me to do uh as a superintendent in
another district. And as for Dr. Tany, uh thank you so much for seeing something in me that you thought was worthwhile for the community in South Planefield and worthwhile in being your partner in developing this. And I
could only hope to maintain such high expectations and prioritize students in all the decisions that I make as you do now. And there are so many times behind the scenes when we as administrators would say like that's
a huge task or that's you know how are we going to get this done so quickly? And the answer was always because the students need it and you don't get to tell students to wait. And when she says students first, it really is. And that philosophy carries through in so many
decisions that are made up front here with all of you um as well as behind the scenes in rallying all of us in getting the job done. And I couldn't have asked for a better role model, a better friend, um or just someone better to be
next to all these years. So, thank you so much for that. And I guess we'll see how we do on our own. >> [laughter] >> It's been a long time together, so it's hard to imagine, but thank you all very much. [applause] Mary, I'm going to miss you. 10 years
now, right together. And I'm going to miss you, Grace, and boys. Um, you bring some class to this this district. I'm serious. >> And, uh, Pat, you got big shoes to fill. All right. Brush up on your vocabulary. Um, I will not miss fair shave reports.
So, if you want to look at those, that'd be fantastic. >> I wonder for August. >> Um, Maria, welcome. I I've heard very good things about you. Obviously, my wife works for the district you came from, so
I got a little inside scoop on your your background, and she highly recommended you as well. So, kudos and uh, welcome, Kevin. Welld deserved. long time coming, right? And welcome to the administration at the Edmond building and you're gonna do a great fantastic job. All right. And
uh Pat as well. It's great to see you guys in person. I know we got to do some zooms to get things done. You know, I I zoom from Greece for you. Um and it's great to see you here and and welcome you. So, thank you. Um at this point, we are going to go into executive session.
Uh be about 20 minutes. So, we stood related matters and action will be taken. All in favor? I >> motion motion. >> So move >> you got it. >> All right. >> All in favor? >> I
>> 20 minutes >> meeting. >> So move >> here. >> Mr. Espen >> here. >> Miss Williams >> here. >> I'm sorry that was Mr. Miller. for my >> Mrs. Miller
>> here. >> Mr. Pender >> present. >> Mr. Peny >> here. >> Mr. Celenberg here. >> Miss Williams, >> he's present. >> Mr. D. >> Mr. Cassia >> here. >> Thank you. >> All right. I'm going to read this resolution and we'll add and then make a
motion to approve. Whereas residency hearing was held this evening. Executive session for students 2026 29943046 30473048 and 20252549 which the parent did not attend despite
being a price of the right to do so. And whereas the board finds that the students are not doiciled within the district because their required proof of residency has not been provided. Now therefore be resolved, the board hereby disenrolls the above reference students because proof of residency in South Lakefield has not been provided in accordance with law and district policy
and further assesses tuition for the period of ineligible attendance in the district and further be it resolved that the superintendent is hereby directed to notify the parent of the board's decision and the family's right to appeal. >> Motion second. >> Thank you. Motion in Got it. Any
discussion? Roll call, please. >> Mr. B. Yes, >> Mr. Espen. >> Yes, >> Mr. Miller. >> Yes, >> Mr. Per. >> Yes, >> Mr. Peny. >> Yes, >> Mr. Susleberg. >> Yes, >> Miss Williams. >> Yes, >> Mr. Ganakis. >> Yes, >> Mr. Cassio. >> Yes. Motion to approve.
>> So moved. >> Second. >> Second. >> Any discussion? >> Please. >> Mr. Both. >> Yes. >> Mr. Espen? >> Yes. >> Mrs. Miller? >> Mr. Pender? >> Yes. >> Mr. Pissy? >> Yes. >> Mr. Cesleberg? >> Yes.
>> Miss Williams? >> Yes. >> Mr. Yes. >> Mr. Cassio. >> Yes. Can I get a motion to adjurnn? >> Some moved. >> All in favor?