March 2026 School Board Meeting
Shamrock Stories · New Haven School District
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Show Notes
In this episode of Shamrock Stories, Superintendent Dr. Hoener and district leaders recap the March 11, 2026, New Haven School Board meeting. Mrs. Otten's updates include kindergarten and early childhood screenings with Lions Club support, Read Across America activities, music programming at Powell Symphony Hall, and preparations for MAP testing. Mr. Peirick highlights events such as cheer camp, homecoming, honor society inductions, library partnerships, and Scholar Bowl success. Mrs. Hoener reviews recent state and national competitors, continued student participation, the softball co-op with Herman, upcoming baseball and track events, booster club mouse races, and academic and postseason awards. Dr. Hoener outlines legislative concerns (HB 2872 reading retention, Hancock Amendment changes, and April Prop T tax freeze impacts), projected budget deficits, facility RFP approvals, a new copier RFP, and the purchase of a new tractor.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:50 Kindergarten Screening Highlights
01:52 Family Events and Reading Week
02:39 Elementary Learning and Testing Prep
04:13 Summer School Registration
04:32 Secondary School Celebrations
06:40 Activities and Athletics Update
10:43 Legislative Bills to Watch
17:32 Budget and Financial Outlook
21:36 Facilities Plan and Summer Projects
23:32 New Business and Equipment Purchases
25:40 Staffing Updates and Closing