1. 2015-16 Preliminary Budget Presentation March 10, 2015

2. It is the mission of the Eastchester Public Schools to provide an environment that fosters mutual respect, promotes the uniqueness of the individual, provides opportunities for student successes, and guides all students intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially. In order that students may become life-long learners and contributing members of society, we encourage students to develop: Ethical values Civic responsibility Self-motivation Global responsibility Processes of learning Facility in social interaction Problem-solving skills Life planning skills A comprehensive base of knowledge Upon the strength and effectiveness of this mission, in partnership with parents and community, rest the future of those children whom we serve.

3.  Maximum allowable tax levy increase is 1.69%.  Projected budget is $79,729,258 (+2.05% increase from the previous year).  State aid revenue will increase due to spending on capital projects.  Savings are anticipated from retirements and settled teacher and administrator contracts.  There is a decline this year in the District’s contribution to the Teacher Retirement System.

4. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  Provide additional support in Mathematics to struggling learners in grades K-8.  Reinforce student support services to ensure children are receiving necessary support outside the classroom.  Infuse additional resources into the Facilities and Technology Departments to meet our vision and objectives in each of those areas.  Ensure our athletics and fine and performing arts programs are provided the resources they need to continue their prosperity and growth.

5. GradeCurrent Year (2014-15) Next Year (2015-16 ) Kindergarten10 Sections-22.2 average10 Sections-22-23 estimated First Grade10 Sections-24.0 average10 Sections-22.2 average Total Sections20

6. GradeCurrent Year (2014-15)Next Year (2015-16) Second Grade4 Sections- 21.0 average5 Sections- 20.8 average Third Grade5 Sections- 24.2 average4 Sections- 21.0 average Fourth Grade4 Sections- 25.5 average5 Sections- 24.2 average Fifth Grade5 Sections- 25.4 average4 Sections- 25.5 average Total Sections18

7. GradeCurrent Year (2014-15)Next Year (2015-16) Second Grade6 Sections- 25.5 average6 Sections- 22.7 average Third Grade6 Sections- 23.8 average6 Sections- 25.5 average Fourth Grade5 Sections- 23.8 average6 Sections- 23.8 average Fifth Grade6 Sections- 26.3 average5 Sections- 23.8 average Total Sections23

8. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

9.  We will be strengthening our computer science program at EHS by redefining the sequence of study to create a broader feeder program to Advanced Placement Computer Science.  We are adding OC21 (Online Courses 21) program pilot at EHS.  We will offer increased STEM opportunities in grades K-1.  We will continue to strengthen STEM curricula in grades 3-8.

10. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  Provide additional support in Mathematics to struggling learners in grades K-8.

11.  The District will be partnering with the College of New Rochelle. A result of this partnership will be the addition of interns in each of our school buildings for additional support in Mathematics or English language arts.  Interns will not replace any services currently offered—they will only add to our support system.  We will add increased academic intervention services in Mathematics at Waverly School.

12. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  Provide additional support in Mathematics to struggling learners in grades K-8.  Reinforce student support services to ensure children are receiving necessary support outside the classroom.

13.  We will be increasing a psychologist from half- time to full–time to provide additional counseling in the MS/HS.  We will add a Special Education teacher to meet student needs at Eastchester High School.  We will increase teaching assistant support due to larger incoming 6 th grade class.  Additional supports are also being considered.

14. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  Provide additional support in Mathematics to struggling learners in grades K-8.  Reinforce student support services to ensure children are receiving necessary support outside the classroom.  Infuse additional resources into the Facilities and Technology Departments to meet our vision and objectives in each of those areas.

15.  We will be continuing our installment purchase agreement (IPA) and using Smart Schools Act Bond monies to continue our progress toward a wireless environment in all of our schools.  The ultimate objective is building an infrastructure that can support a “bring your own device” (BYOD) initiative.  Our Facilities Department will be completing various upgrades district-wide.

16. The goals of the EUFSD are to:  Maintain or lower class sizes wherever possible.  Increase opportunities for students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.  Provide additional support in mathematics to struggling learners in grades K-8.  Reinforce student support services to ensure children are receiving necessary support outside the classroom.  Infuse additional resources into the Facilities and Technology Departments to meet our vision and objectives in each of those areas.  Ensure our athletics and fine and performing arts programs are provided the resources they need to continue their prosperity and growth.

17.  We will be adding four assistant varsity coaches for the 2015-16 school year.  We are exploring the possibility of adding a National Music Honor Society at EHS.  Other considerations are also being reviewed for the 2015-16 school year.

18. District Administration will:  continue to evaluate specific staffing and programmatic needs.  provide additional details regarding the budget and plans to increase/modify various programs at upcoming Board of Education meetings. Upcoming Board of Education Meeting Dates: March 24, April 14, April 28, May 5.

19.  Date: May 19, 2015  Time: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.  Voting Locations:  Eastchester High School Gymnasium  Garth Road Community Center (Garth Road residents only)