BOE
Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:
- Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
- Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
- Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
- Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
- Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
- Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.
Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.
Board Goals
- Board Members will continue to support student programs through budgeted funding. Board members will support administration in the search for alternative funding such as grants and community partnerships.
- Board Members will contribute positively to the school culture through recognition of employee and student accomplishments and supporting community building activities.
- Board members will take the opportunity to improve public perception by attending student-community events during the school year.
- Board members will take a more active role in legislative action and be open to professional development opportunities.
Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.

Meet the Board Members
Melanie Ryan, President
Alternate Delegate - County School Board
Delegate - NYSSBA
Administration Liaison
Naming Committee
Term Expires 2028
Loren Knapp, Vice President
Alternate Delegate - NYSSBA
Building & Grounds Liaison
Term Expires 2027
Robert Thompson
Legislation & Advocacy Liaison
Term Expires 2028
Daniel E. Fuller ll
Athletics/Extracurricular Liaison Naming Committee
Term Expires 2029
Adam Wiech
Community Relations Liaison
Naming Committee
Term Expires 2026
Henry (Pete) Farwell
Transportation Liaison
Term Expires 2029
Erin Cline
Delegate - County School Board
Personnel Liaison
Term Expires 2030
TBD
Student Ex-Efficio Member