Jericho Union Free School DistrictJericho, New York 11753

(516) 203-3600

Board of EducationWilliam Ferro, President

Joseph Lorintz, Vice PresidentBarbara KriegerDaborah LeeGina Levy

boe@jerichoschools.orgSuperintendent of Schools

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A five member Board of Education, elected bydistrict voters to serve without salary, governs theJericho School District. Each member serves for aterm of three years and may run for reelection.Roles and responsibilities of the board include:• establishing a vision and setting long term goals for the district• developing policy and taking action as required by law• advocating for all children in the district• assuring the effective administration of the district• adopting a budget that reflects and supports district goals

2015-2016 2015-2016 Board Meeting DatesBoard Meeting Dates

Date Place TimeJuly 30, 2015 MS Library 8:00 AMAug. 27, 2015 MS Library 7:00 PMSept. 24, 2015 MS Library 7:15 PMOct. 22, 2015 MS Library 7:15 PMNov. 19, 2015 Cantiague 7:30 PMDec. 17, 2015 Jackson 7:30 PMJan. 21, 2016 Seaman 7:30 PMFeb. 25, 2016 MS Library 7:15 PMMar. 17, 2016 MS Library 7:15 PMApril 21, 2016 MS Library 7:15 PMMay 17, 2016 MS/HS Gym 9:15 PMMay 19, 2015 MS Library 7:15 PMJune 16, 2016 MS Library 7:15 PMNote: Additional meetings or changes in the scheduledmeeting dates/times may be neccessary. Please check ourdistrict website for updates or contact the Office of theSuperintendent at 203-3600, ext. 3201.Gina Levy - Barbara Krieger - Daborah Lee

William Ferro Joseph Lorintz President Vice President

Welcome…The Jericho Board of Education values theopportunity to work together with membersof the community and staff to provide allstudents with an outstanding educationalenvironment. This brochure has been devel-oped to inform residents of guidelines thathave been established to expedite the businessof the board. Public participation at boardmeetings is an essential element to the successof our schools. We welcome your ideas, ques-tions and suggestions. Thank you for yourinvolvement and interest in our schools.

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If you wish to speak during the designated timeperiod at a board meeting, please raise your handand wait to be recognized by the board president. Once the board president recognizes you, pleasestand and clearly state your name, address, andaffiliation if you are representing a specific group.This information must be in the board clerk’s legalminutes of the meeting. It is also helpful if youidentify which agenda item or educational issueyou are addressing.

Guidelines for Guidelines for Addressing the Board Addressing the Board

The Jericho School District has developed com-munication protocols to promote direct, open andrespectful interactions so that problems and con-cerns can be worked out quickly and efficiently.The communication protocol starts with the staffmember closest to the situation, as that person willusually have the most information. At times, addi-tional personnel are required to resolve specificsituations. Appropriate communication channelsfor a variety of topics are outlined on page 10 inthe district calendar. If your issue has not beenresolved after following ALL of the appropriatesteps in the communication protocol, then pleasecontact the Board of Education.

Personnel MattersPersonnel MattersPublic discussion on matters relating to staffand students, at which their reputation, privacy orrights to due process, or those of others could insome way be violated, is prohibited. Please share personnel compliments or concernswith the board in writing. You may deliver yourstatement to our district clerk. He will relay yourwritten comments to the board for their review.You may also email your statement to members ofthe school board at boe@jerichoschools.org.

Board MeetingsBoard MeetingsMonthly school board meetings are usually sched-uled on Thursday evenings at 7:15 PM. Meetingdates are indicated on the district calendar andopen to the public. Notification of all board meet-ing dates are posted at the entrance to each schoolbuilding and on our school district website,www.jerichoschools.org. Residents are invited to attend board meetings,which often feature presentations regarding edu-cational programs and activities, facilities,finances and staffing. The agenda is posted on thedistrict website on the Tuesday before a boardmeeting and copies are also available at the meeting.A quorum of board members (three of the fivemembers) must be present for a regular meeting totake place. All actions authorized or required bylaw are taken in open meetings. New York statelaw allows the board to discuss personnel, realestate, negotiations and legal matters in executivesession and then vote on them in open session.

Superintendent of SchoolsSuperintendent of SchoolsHenry Grishman is the chief executive officer ofthe Jericho School District. It is his responsibility

to advise boardmembers on allschool-related mat-ters, execute poli-cies and decisionsmade by the boardand directly over-see the daily opera-tions of the districtto ensure that all ofour students areprovided with thehighest qualityeducational experi-ence possible. The Jericho School District is dedicated to nur-

turing the individual capabilities and unique tal-ents of all members of the educational communityand prepare them for the rapid technologicalchanges of the information age.

Jericho Schools:• promote varieties of excellence• instill pride in personal and group achievement• create a strong sense of social responsibility• provide experiences that develop self-esteem• build a caring community within its schools• encourage creativity and critical thinking• develop effective communication skills• foster a lifelong love of learning

Public Statement PolicyPublic Statement PolicyIn order to have a statement that you read during aboard meeting included in the minutes, you musthand a written copy of the remarks to Mr. VictorManuel, our district clerk, immediately beforespeaking. In an effort to insure accuracy, the boardwill only include statements from those who com-ply with this policy.

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