PLEASE NOTE: The schedule (dates and locations) for the remaining 2023-24 Budget Meetings has changed. This information was updated 3-27-23 to reflect those changes.
The North Colonie CSD Budget Committee held its third meeting to review 2023-24 budget proposals and information March 22. The topic was information technology and the presentation was led by Julie Scriven, director of technology. The meeting’s livestream was recorded.
The technology department oversees a total of 13,494 devices districtwide. Chromebooks were introduced during the 2017-18 school year and are now on a four-year replacement cycle at grades 1,5, and 9.
The number of chromebooks in the district has leveled off at about 8,000, which includes those used by staff, loaners, and additional spares used for parts.
There are currently 742 security cameras in use in the district and that number is expected to rise as further locations where they need to be placed are identified.
All replacement cycle and additions across the areas presented either were in line or immediate ballpark of prior years, Mrs. Scriven said.
“Julie and her team touch everything from instruction and security to everything in between,” Superintendent Kathleen Skeals said. “Their work is very important to the overall goals and mission of our district.”
North Colonie CSD is now funding and delivering education to its growing enrollment of now 6,100 students in a post pandemic world. The district’s three major pillars continue to guide the work – Academic Excellence, Equity, and Social Emotional Health, she added. With a key question that needs to be asked:
“What if we help all students find and pursue their passions, give them the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to pursue their passions, and show them how their unique talents and gifts can contribute meaningfully to our society?” Supt. Skeals said.
PLEASE NOTE: The schedule (dates and locations) for the remaining 2023-24 Budget Meetings has changed. This information was updated 3-27-23 to reflect those changes.
Monday, April 3: 7 p.m. at Shaker Middle School Auditorium.
- Topics: Staffing, Anticipated Building Enrollment, and New Programs and Initiatives
Wednesday, April 5: 7 p.m. Shaker Middle School Auditorium
- Topics/Action: Proposed Budget Review, Updated Tax Cap, Property Tax Report Card, Approval of Schedules, and Board formally adopts the proposed budget.
Wednesday, May 3: 7 p.m. Shaker Middle School Auditorium.
- Topics/Format: Budget Hearing/Forum & Meet the BOE Candidates
Tuesday, May 16: 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. District Office, 91 Fiddlers Lane, Latham.
- Budget Vote
For more information please visit our Budget & Taxes web page.