Aug
02
2022
Kathryn Connell-Espinosa Appointed Interim Executive Director
Institute News
A statement from SUNY Trustee Joseph W. Belluck on the appointment of Kathryn Connell-Espinosa as Interim Executive Director, effective August 4.  On August 3, Susie Miller Carello will conclude a successful career as Executive Director of the SUNY ...
Jul
21
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for July 15, 2022
Institute News
On July 14, 2022, Governor Hochul signed Executive Order 11.8 extending the current state disaster emergency caused by COVID-19.  This will extend the Open Meetings Law videoconferencing flexibility period through August 13th. For more information, please ...
Jun
15
2022
School Spotlight: University Prep Charter School for Young Men Preparing Students for Both College and Career
Institute News
While many high schools focus on preparing their students for a potential postsecondary education, at University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men in Rochester, New York, administrators know that today’s students need more than college prep – they ...
Jun
14
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for June 14, 2022
Institute News
On June 14, 2022, Governor Hochul signed Executive Order 11.7 extending the current state disaster emergency caused by COVID-19.  This Open Meetings Law videoconferencing flexibility period will extend through July 14th. Please direct any questions to the ...
Jun
01
2022
School Spotlight: Truxton Academy’s farming-based curriculum cultivating environmentally conscious future community leaders
Institute News
Truxton Academy Charter School is unique among SUNY’s educational portfolio. Located in the small town of Truxton in Central New York, the school stands as the state’s only rural charter, emphasizing project-based learning and strong, farming-based field ...
May
29
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for May 15, 2022
Institute News
On May 15, 2022, Governor Hochul signed Executive Order 11.6 extending the current state disaster emergency caused by COVID-19.  This basically means the 60-day Open Meetings Law videoconferencing flexibility period will extend through June 14th per the ...
May
19
2022
School Spotlight: How Achievement First Legacy is Bringing Joy into the Classroom and Forging Strong Connections with Families
Institute News
Founding a school during the middle of a pandemic is not a challenge many budding school leaders prepare for. Principal Jessica Eddy and the team at Achievement First (AF) Legacy Elementary School credit the school’s initial success being due in large ...
Apr
18
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for April 18, 2022
Institute News
As part of the New York State Budget Bill process, Governor Hochul approved Chapter 56 of the N.Y. Laws of 22 on April 9, 2022, which modifies the parts of Open Meeting Law related to the holding of public meetings until July 1, 2024. While the new law, ...
Apr
05
2022
More Great Seats 4 Kids Newsletter: State Stimulus Funds Grant Impact
Institute News
Are you looking for funding related to a facility project? Through the NY State Stimulus Funds (SSF) Grant program, the Institute is now accepting proposals that focus on facility construction, renovation, financing, and other improvements and expenses.  ...
Mar
31
2022
Open Meetings Law Guidance Update for March 31, 2022
Institute News
On March 16, 2022, Governor Hochul continued Executive Order 11 until April 15, 2022, which declared a state disaster emergency based on COVID-19. In turn, Chapter 1 of the N.Y. Laws of 2022 will continue to amend the Open Meetings Law (subdivision 103(c) ...