Tomorrow, May 20, is Long Island’s own “Super Tuesday” for all Public School Districts on the Island. All across Long Island thousands of registered voters will have their say on School Budgets and Board Candidates.
Local School Districts
Bellmore:
When & Where to Vote-
7AM-10PM, Winthrop Avenue School.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $28,922,561. An increase of 4.91%.
‘07/08 Actual, $ 27,568,372
Main parts of the increased budget are instructional programs, computer/ library programs and transportation.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/New%20Information/Bellmore%20Budget%20FINAL%20for%20WEB.pdf
Bellmore-Merrick:
When & Where to Vote-
Click below to find out where to vote and at what times
http://www.bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us/Budget_Info/polling%20places08.pdf
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $118,555,382. An increase of 4.86%.
‘07/08 Actual, $ 113,059,956.
Main parts of the increased budget are for buildings and grounds improvements and cost of oil.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.bellmore-merrick.k12.ny.us/Budget_Info/budget_presentation08-09.pdf
Island Trees:
When & Where to Vote-
12PM-9PM, Michael F. Stokes
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $54,705,585. An increase of 5.53%.
‘07/08 Actual, $51,839,417.
Main parts of the increased budget are to purchase new textbooks in the areas of integrated algebra, science, business and music; implement a new College Center at the high school; upgrade our technology program at the Island Trees Memorial Middle School; implement additional academic support services at the elementary level; upgrade our computer technology infrastructure throughout the district; purchase a T-1 Navigator System to enhance instruction in mathematics and implement Commerce Plaza.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.islandtrees.org/districtinformation/budget/budgetvote.htm
Levittown:
When & Where to Vote-
12 PM-9PM, The district has 8 different polling places, for info call the clerk at 520-8300.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $178,288,762. An increase of 2.02%.
‘07/08 Actual, $174,762,201.
Main parts of the increased budget are new engineering lab at MacArthur HS; expansion of summer programs, LAP program at Northside and East Broadway and “Get a Voice” program;new workshops during the work study period at the middle schools.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.levittownschools.com/
Merrick:
When & Where to Vote-
7AM-9PM, Norman J Levy Lakeside School.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $37,981,645. An increase of 5.19%.
‘07/08 Actual, $36,106,583
Main parts of the increased budget are teacher salaries, special education and transportation.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://merrick-k6.org/merrick/public/infodocs/2008Budget.pdf
North Bellmore:
When & Where to Vote-
1PM-10PM, Newbridge Road School.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $44,128,406. An increase of 4.97%.
‘07/08 Actual, $42,040,140
Main parts of the increased budget are an increase in teacher salaries;
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.northbellmoreschools.org/board/presentations1/20082009budget_files/frame.htm
North Merrick:
When & Where to Vote- 2PM-10PM, Fayette Elementary School.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $24,834,532. An increase of 5.19%.
‘07/08 Actual, $23,608,256
Main parts of the increased budget are to continue funding literacy programs and add reading positions.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.myschoolpages.com/schools/nmerrick/community.cfm?subpage=254921
Seaford:
When & Where to Vote-
7AM-10PM, Harbor and Manor Elementary Schools.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $51,049,078. An increase of 4.85%.
‘07/08 Actual, $48,688,753.
Main parts of the increased budget are increase in teacher salaries; change kindergarten from a 1/2 day to full day and new high school Italian language courses.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.seaford.k12.ny.us/seaford/lib/seaford%5C_CalAttachments%5CSeaBud0809Final40208.pdf
Wantagh:
When & Where to Vote-
8AM-9PM, Elementary Schools. Residents S. of Sunrise Hwy. go to Mandalay. Residents N. of Sunrise Hwy. and E. of Wantagh Pkwy. go to Wantagh. Residents N. of Sunrise and W. of Wantagh Pkwy. go to Forest Lake.
The Budget-
‘08/09 Proposed, $64,735,634. An increase of 7.75%.
‘07/08 Actual, $ 60,079,250.
Main parts of the increased budget are debt from $2 million bond (buildings and grounds improvements); increase in teacher salaries; special education; in-house projects; fuel and utilities; additional instructional technology upgrades for teachers and staff; four new courses; new textbooks for math, global studies and science; replacement calculators.
To read the full ‘08/09 Budget outline click here http://www.wms.wantaghufsd.k12.ny.us/Board_of_Ed/0809Wantaghbudget.pdf
