NYSED Regionalization Initiative: Community Update

In September 2024, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) requested that our district complete a survey as part of its new regionalization initiative. This survey is the first step toward identifying possible collaborations that could help reduce costs and expand educational opportunities for students in our area. The survey responses are due by December 6, 2024, and our district is actively preparing our submission.

NYSED has created a specific page at  https://www.nysed.gov/regionalization

Description/Overview

Planning Process

Materials and Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

As new information becomes available, we will update this page. See below for the latest updates.

• October 16, 2024 - Extension of Deadline for the Regionalization Survey
• October 25, 2024 - Letter to Superintendents from Nassau, Western and Eastern Suffolk BOCES
• October 29, 2024- Presentation by the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association
  
• November 4, 2024 - Superintendent's Letter to the Community (English) (Spanish)
• Nassau Suffolk School Boards Association Statement on NYSED's Regionalization Initiative

Key Points:

• The survey is not a mandate for districts to merge but instead aims to explore voluntary opportunities for resource sharing and collaboration.
• To clarify, NYSED has emphasized in all communications that regionalization does not mean merging programs or districts.
• Our district representatives will attend upcoming meetings to learn more about the potential benefits and collaborative options available.

Timeline:

• By April 2025: Each region will submit an interim report detailing initial findings and proposals.
• By October 2025: Each region will finalize its collaborative plan.

Thank you for staying informed as we explore new opportunities to enhance the education experience in our district.