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SCHOOL BOARD POWERS AND DUTIES

            The Board of Education is the governing body of the school district. The Board is entrusted with the responsibility of developing policies under which the district is managed.

            The Board of Education shall in its discretion establish, make provisions for and enforce all rules and regulations under the Education Law, the Rules of the Board of Regents, and the Commissioner of Education for New York State.

The powers and duties of the Board are as stated in the Education Law and other applicable New York State Laws.

            Complete and final authority on all district educational matters, except as restricted by law, will be vested in the Board. The Board may also enter into contracts and agreements in conformity with state law.

Ref:            Education Law Sections 1604; 1604-a; 1701; 1708; 1709; 1710; 1804; 1805