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Board Reviews Budget Projections at Second Budget Forum
At the Board of Education's second public budget forum on Tuesday, January 24, Superintendent Lee Bordick reviewed the current 2011-2012 budget and noted that the District is sustaining a balanced budget of $33,795,494 with a fund balance of $1,288,115. He explained that it is recommended that districts maintain a fund balance of approximately 4%of the total expenditures, and noted that Ichabod Crane's fund balance is 3.8%. He also noted that 80% of the budget is comprised of human resources – teachers and staff who provide the services to students.
Mr. Bordick reviewed the measures that were taken last year in reducing expenditures while maintaining the integrity of the academic programs and remaining mindful of the cost taxpayers had to bear.
In explaining the cost for sustaining the current school program in the 2012-2013 school year, Mr. Bordick reviewed the state aid projections in Governor Andrew Cuomo’s budget, which currently is $11,327,337. He also explained the intricacies of the New York state tax cap limits. He noted that to maintain the current programs, the District is facing a $1.2 million shortfall.
Mr. Bordick reported that public schools throughout New York state are continuing to face drastic decisions. At Ichabod Crane, Mr. Bordick noted that with reduced state aid, the property tax limit, and continued mandates, the District has few alternatives but to consider possible measures such as reducing the fund balance, eliminating programs, or cutting staff.
As a frame of reference for consideration, Mr. Bordick reviewed the current class sizes in each of the grade levels, the non-mandated programs offered in kindergarten through grade 12, and electives offered in addition to the core required programs at the High School. He also reviewed the previous discussion pertaining to transportation options, such as the “one-bell” or “two-bell” systems.
Mr. Bordick and members of the Board of Education reiterated that input from community members regarding their educational priorities is imperative in building the budget for 2012-2013.
To review Mr. Bordick's PowerPoint presentation, click here...
The next public budget community forum is scheduled for Tuesday, February 14 at 7 pm. The location will be announced. The topics for discussion are interscholastic sports and extra- and co-curricular programs.
Residents also are encouraged to share their opinions and concerns with the District's state government representatives. For names and addresses, click here...
Members of the Board of Education prepare to hear a budget report from Superintendent Lee Bordick (left) at the second public community forum.
(Posted on January 25, 2012)
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Ichabod Crane Art Teacher is awarded "Best in Show" at Albany Center Gallery Show
Artwork created by Ichabod Crane High School Art Teacher Laura Cannamela was awarded "Best in Show" at the Albany Center Gallery's 7th Annual Members Exhibit.
In his exhibition statement, Juror Michael Oatman wrote:" ...the work with the greatest presence (and, ironically one of the tiniest) was Agemaki (Trefoil Knots) by Laura Cannamela. This visual Belgian waffle of a collage (or assemblage) is part drawing, part sculpture, part architecture and part studio. What I mean about the last ingredient is that the work is up front about process -- the artist shows you how it is made -- and yet doesn't kill the mystery. Learning later that Agemaki was inspired by the Tale of Genji, arguably the first novel, written by an anonymous woman (possibly identified as Murasaki Shikibu), only makes it juicier. It feels both an ode to Japanese pictorial and literary traditions, and yet is bursting with news about modernism, the computer age and the need to go more deeply into things."
Albany Center Gallery is located at 39 Columbia Street in Albany, and the exhibit continues through February 11.
"Agemaki" - Artwork created by ICHS Art Teacher and Department Chair, Laura Cannemela
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Committee Discusses Possible Program Enhancements
Smaller class sizes, foreign languages at an earlier age, and restoring
cuts to programs such as art and music were just some of the program enhancements community members said they would like to see if a merger between Ichabod Crane and Schodack school districts were to occur.
The suggestions came from a group discussion that members of the Community Advisory Committee had during their January 12 meeting for the Reorganization Feasibility Study in the Maple Hill Middle School library.
Read more by clicking here...
The next meeting will be held Wednesday, January 25 from 6 to 9 pm at Ichabod Crane High School Library.
(Posted January 20, 2012)
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“Empty Bowls” Supper at Ichabod Crane High School
The Ichabod Crane High School Art Club is hosting an “Empty Bowls” supper on Tuesday, February 7 from 4:30-6:30 pm in the High School cafeteria.
The public is invited to enjoy a delicious simple meal at this community event and take home a ceramic bowl made by Ichabod Crane students.
The bowl serves as a visible reminder that people go to bed hungry every night. Admission by cash donation includes handmade bowl, soup, bread, and beverage. The ceramic bowls have been created by members of the Art Club and students in Ceramics classes at ICHS.
All proceeds from this “Empty Bowls” supper benefit the Valatie Ecumenical Food Pantry. In case of bad weather, the snow date will be Wednesday, February 8. For more info, call 758-7575, ext. 4026.
Officers of the Ichabod Crane High School Art Club display some of the bowls students have made for the “Empty Bowls” supper. Pictured from left to right are Allison Ryan, Susannah Jones, Maria Balli, and Heidi Proper.
(Posted January 20, 2012)
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Ichabod Crane Middle School Social Studies Teacher Lara Marotta Named NewsChannel 13 Educator of the Week
Congratulations, Mrs. Marotta!
To view the video of the story by reporter Elaine Huston, click here...
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Ichabod Crane High School Senior Monica Hall Named NewsChannel 13 Dunkin Donuts Player of the Week
Congratulations, Monica!
To view video of story by reporter Andrew Catalon, click here...
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ICC Boys' Varsity Basketball Team Collect for the Valatie Food Pantry
On Saturday, December 17, the Ichabod Crane Boys' Varsity Basketball Team conducted its 2011 food drive to benefit the Valatie Food Pantry.
The boys collected more than 500 pounds of food to help feed the less fortunate in the Kinderhook, Valatie, and Niverville areas during the Christmas holidays.
The boys' varsity basketball team prepares to transport canned goods to the Valatie Food Pantry
(Posted December 20, 2011)
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Board of Education Establishes Its Vision and Goals for 2011-2012
The Board of Education approved its Vision and Goals for the District for the 2011-2012 school year. The Board finalized the document at its meeting on Tuesday, December 6.
To view the complete document of the Board's Vision and Goals for 2011-2012, click here...
(Posted December 9, 2011)
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High School Student Athletes Earn Honor Status
All ICC Fall Teams Earn Scholar/Athlete Status by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association
At the end of each sport season, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) honors those teams that excel in the classroom. To earn this recognition, the team average must be 90% or higher.
All of the Ichabod Crane Fall 2011 varsity teams were named Scholar/Athlete Teams and are listed below:
Cross Country - Boys; Cross Country - Girls; Field Hockey; Football; Golf; Soccer - Boys; Soccer - Girls; Tennis - Girls; Volleyball - Girls
Congratulations to our student athletes for their academic and athletic achievements!
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Understanding New York’s Property Tax Levy Cap As It Relates to Public Schools
In this first year of New York’s property tax cap, details about its provisions and implementation continue to evolve. An informational brochure has been compiled cooperatively by the Capital Region BOCES Communications Service and Questar III’s State Aid Planning and Communications Services which answers some questions that parents, taxpayers and school staff members may have, based on what is currently known.
School districts continue to await further clarification from the Office of the State Comptroller, Department of Taxation and Finance, State Education Department, Division of the Budget and the Governor’s office.
To review the informational brochure regarding the property tax levy cap, click here....
(Posted October 19, 2011)
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Information on 2011-2012 School Tax Bills Reported by County Real Property Tax Service
The Columbia County Real Property Tax Service Agency (CCRPTSA) has reported a printing error on the 2011-2012 school tax bills. The dollar amount shown on the tax bill is accurate; however, the computer program incorrectly rounded up or down the amount of acreage for each parcel printed on the tax bill.
For more information, please refer to the press release from the Columbia County Real Property Tax Service Agency here.
(Posted September 6, 2011)
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ICHABOD CRANE LOOKS TO THE FUTURE
Demographic/Enrollment Study to Help Identify Trends
The Ichabod Crane Central School Board of Education reviewed the report of a long-term enrollment study conducted by Dr. Paul Seversky at its meeting on October 6, 2009. The study contains information about future enrollment trends and is designed to assist the District with long-term planning for instruction, facilities and finances.
The study reviewed demographic data, including recent birth statistics and other information about the Ichabod Crane community to develop the estimated enrollment patterns for the next 10 years.
For more information about the completed study, contact Lee A. Bordick at 758-7575, Ext. 3002.
DEMOGRAPHIC/
ENROLLMENT
PROJECTION
STUDY
October 2009
BUILDING CAPACITY STUDY
December 2009
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