Center Grove Middle School leaders presented a proposed uniform schedule for grades 6–8 aimed at increasing high‑school credit opportunities, bolstering MTSS supports and reducing class sizes by removing daily team prep and shifting collaboration outside student contact time. Board members raised questions about sixth‑grade math time, piloting options and scheduling complexity.

Principal Soltis told the Beacon City School District board that Rombout Middle School is seeing growth in some advanced classes but remains below state averages in ELA and math; low test participation among middle‑school students drove plans to change opt‑out practices and expand MTSS interventions.

Assistant Superintendent Lauren Stallings and assessment lead Ms. Scollins presented district assessment results, noting New York State had not yet certified official school report cards. Staff highlighted cohort tracking, the algebra 1 course restructure (algebra 1a/1b), MTSS work, and plans for a midyear review in January. Board members pressed,