MILLBROOK — The Tuesday, March 17, meeting of the Millbrook Central School District Board of Education (BOE) was called to order at 7 p.m., going into Executive Session to discuss hiring immediately, with the session lasting until 8 p.m. The BOE does not broadcast its meetings, and is not doing so during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A service contract for health services for Millbrook resident students attending non-public schools was approved. Also approved were contracts with the Arlington Central School District for 34 students, at $28,984, and with the Pawling Central School District for three students, at $2,687.25. Both contracts run from September 2019 through June 2020.
An agreement was signed with Art Effect, for July 6 through July 16, for $2,000 worth of in-kind arts programs
Assistant Superintendents Brian Fried and Caroline Pidala were appointed as district dignity act coordinators, at no extra salary.
Two parents were named to the Committee on the Handicapped: Christina Kirschner and Jeanne Tobi.
Kerry Weller was appointed deputy claims auditor and two food service workers were appointed: Doris Zerafa and Kelly Marchant.
A letter of resignation for the purpose of retirement was accepted from Earl Smith.
An amendment was made for a co-curricular appointment; Charles Ackerman was appointed head coach of the boys lacrosse team, at a stipend of $4,219.78.
Leadership reports were given, and a budget workshop was held with the board working on a draft of the budget proposal. Updated budget totals are listed in this week’s Millerton News and on the district website, www.millbrookcsd.org.
Old business was discussed, including Elliot Garcia’s appointment as director of technology and data services, effective May 1, for a probationary period of four years, contingent upon his acquiring the proper certificate. This is a tenured position, at a salary of $117,000 per year. If the certificate is not obtained, the contract will be null and void.
A discussion of students not attending public high school was tabled until a later time. Some discussion took place concerning the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) newsletter and spring meetings, which may or may not take place at this time.
Justine and Victor Valla in their studio with a painting of Victor’s,”Jonah and the Whale.” Robin Roraback 
A ceramic vase by Kathleen Heidemann.Provided 
Joy Brown’s delightful ceramic sculptures.Provided 
