Dear Attica Central School District Families, Staff, and Community Members,
At Attica Central School District, we believe that open communication and transparency are essential to maintaining a strong partnership with our students, families, staff, and community.
As part of the Board of Education's commitment to expanding community engagement and increasing awareness of the important work taking place throughout our District, we will be sharing periodic Board of Education Meeting Recaps following regular Board meetings. These summaries are intended to provide an overview of key discussions, presentations, and actions taken by the Board in a clear and accessible format.
While the official Board of Education minutes remain the legal record of each meeting, these recaps are designed to help keep our school community informed about the decisions, initiatives, and accomplishments that support our students and advance our District's Strategic Plan.
Below is the recap from the July 16, 2026 Reorganizational Meeting and Regular Meeting:
Attica Central School District | Board of Education Meeting Recap- July 16, 2026
The Attica Central School District Board of Education held its annual Reorganizational Meeting and Regular Meeting on Thursday, July 16, marking the official start of the 2026-2027 governance year.
We are pleased to congratulate our newly elected Board officers:
🔹 Brian Fugle – Board of Education President
🔹 Melanie Toland – Board of Education Vice President
During the meeting, the Board welcomed newly elected Board members Susan Herman and Bridget Landphair, while also recognizing the re-election of Brian Fugle as he was administered the Oath of Office.
Meeting Highlights:
✅ Approved annual organizational appointments, committee assignments, and district authorizations for the 2026-2027 school year.
✅ Received an update on a proposed Special Class in an Integrated Setting (SCIS) Pre-K Program, expanding opportunities for our youngest learners by Mrs. Maerten and Ms. Bennett.
✅ Approved personnel recommendations, advisor and coaching appointments, student service agreements, and cooperative partnerships that support students and staff.
✅ Accepted donations benefiting student organizations and wellness initiatives, including approximately $2,500 in supplies from the Wyoming County Department of Health.
✅ Adopted updates to several Board policies and approved the 2026-2027 District-Wide Safety Plan and School Building Level Emergency Response Plans.
✅ Received Building Principal Updates and a Superintendent Update highlighting recent student accomplishments, graduation celebrations, end-of-year events, building actions steps related to the District’s strategic plan and the continued progress of the District's capital construction project.
✅The Board of Education approved all agenda items presented during both the Reorganizational Meeting and the Regular Meeting.
Special Business Meeting Notice:
The Board of Education has scheduled a Special Business Meeting for:
🗓️ Wednesday, July 22, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Attica Central School District Conference Room
The purpose of the meeting is for the Board of Education to enter Executive Session to conduct interviews for the School Business Administrator position.
Thank you for your continued support of the Attica Central School District.
We hope these summaries provide an additional opportunity for our community to stay connected and informed about the work of the Board of Education. We encourage all community members to attend Board meetings throughout the year, as public participation and engagement remain an important part of the governance process.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of the Attica Central School District. Together, we remain committed to empowering, fostering, and advancing education for a brighter future.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kiel Illg
Superintendent of Schools
Read it then, or right now over on our website at the link below.
Link: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2319/Acsd/6a402c3b-155a-4475-9fca-0cc75dd59f69/Attica-Summer-2026-Newsletter-FINAL.pdf?disposition=inline
This week, significant work included:
Jr./Sr. High School:
-Demolition and renovation preparations continued in the Science Wing, gym locker rooms, pool locker rooms, and mezzanine.
-Asbestos abatement was completed in designated areas, with final air quality testing underway.
-Framing began for the new Outdoor Kitchen and Middle School Nurse's Suite.
-New underground plumbing, heating system piping, electrical infrastructure, fire alarm systems, emergency power, and upgraded technology cabling continue to be installed.
-Mechanical equipment for the new glycol heating system was delivered and positioned, with preparations underway for additional HVAC improvements.
-Work also continues to improve accessibility, including construction of a new ADA lift.
Elementary School:
-Drywall installation and finishing continue in the Library, STEAM, and Conference Room areas.
-Preparations are underway for new acoustic wall panels and ceiling features in the Library.
-Installation of new HVAC ductwork, heating and cooling systems, lighting, fire alarm systems, and technology infrastructure continues.
-Tile installation is progressing in the STEAM area, Library entrances, corridors, and renovated restroom spaces.
-Site crews continue grading and preparing the parking lot for paving while coordinating utility improvements, including gas line relocation.
Every week brings us closer to providing modern, safe, and innovative learning spaces that will benefit our students, staff, and community for years to come.
Thank you to our construction partners for their continued collaboration and to our community for your patience and support throughout this exciting transformation. We look forward to sharing additional updates as work continues throughout the summer!
We are incredibly proud to share that Attica Central School District and Food Service Director Kayla George were featured in the June 2026 edition of School Nutrition magazine, highlighting the outstanding work being done by our cafeteria team to listen to students, respond to family feedback and expand meal choices.
Since Kayla assumed leadership of the program, student meal participation has increased by 10%, with breakfast now reaching approximately 50–60 more students each day than during the previous school year. The article also recognizes the team’s thoughtful introduction of whole milk as an additional lunch option, supporting student preferences and reflecting the strong agricultural roots of our community.
This national recognition is a testament to the dedication, innovation and hard work of our entire cafeteria staff. Every day, they do so much more than serve meals—they create welcoming environments, support student wellness and ensure our students are ready to learn.
Please join us in congratulating Kayla and our amazing school nutrition team on this well-deserved recognition!
Read the full article here:
https://schoolnutrition.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/SN-Plus-June-26.pdf
What else can we say but congratulations, graduates!
Your futures are bright and we can't wait to see all that you'll achieve.
Remember - once a Blue Devil, always a Blue Devil!
More photos over on our Facebook page at the link below.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1538279454752253
Attica athletics certainly had a lot to celebrate this year: Scholar athletes, sectional champions, school record breakers, state championships representatives - you name it, our student athletes did it!
We’re proud of all the hard work they put in!
More photos over on our Facebook page at the link below.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1537666538146878
Students took on the roles of traveling merchants and shopkeepers, working to build their fortunes by buying, selling, and trading goods with classmates across all four sixth-grade classrooms, each transformed into a bustling city along the historic Eurasian trade route.
This engaging simulation serves as the culminating activity for our sixth graders' study of ancient civilizations, giving students a hands-on appreciation for how the Silk Road connected cultures, exchanged ideas and shaped the course of human history.
More photos over on our Facebook page at the link below.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1537654171481448
Huge thank you to The Sterling at Arrowhead Golf Club for putting on such a great night for our students and shout out to Mrs. Becki Peters and Mr. Dustin Gardner for the great photos!
More over on our Facebook page at the link below.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1537642138149318
More photos over on our Facebook page at the link below.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1536804421566423
Over the next few days, we’ll be highlighting all 74 members of our Class of 2026 and their plans after graduation.
We know you’ll join us in congratulating our Attica Class of 2026 and wishing them well, wherever life happens to take them!
Dr. David Keiling nominated our 9th grade student of the month, Chance Nagel.
“Chance works hard on a daily basis to complete assignments, while also being a good friend,” Keiling said. “Even when facing obstacles, Chance seeks help and additional guidance to ensure his success. He is coachable, respectful, and an amazing student athlete.”
Addison Day was nominated as our 10th grade student of the month by Mrs. Stacy Crowley.
“Addison has done a great job in algebra 2 so far this year. Addison is very gifted as a student, but she also works very hard,” said Crowley. “She makes sure to have her work checked over and she asks questions as needed. Recently, Addison went on a trip for FFA and missed 4 days of school. She had all of her work, including a quiz, completed before she left. Addison always enters class with a smile and kind words.”
Mrs. Christine Meyers nominated Evelyn Walthew as our 11th grade student of the month for May.
“Evelyn consistently demonstrates the qualities of an outstanding ELA student through her hard work, kindness, and dedication,” said Meyers. “Though she is quiet in nature, she leads by example with her persistence, thoughtful contributions, and positive attitude. Evelyn always greets me with a smile, willingly helps those around her, and approaches every assignment with care and attention to detail. Her writing is consistently high quality, and she can always be counted on to complete the work to the best of her ability.”
And last but certainly not least, our 12th grade students of the month are Hayden Hood and Jamison Meeder, nominated by Mrs. Jill Pierce, Ms. Lisa Lukasik and Ms. Cheryl Conrad.
“These students consistently bring positivity and kindness to our school community,” wrote the nominating trio. “Their friendly smiles and upbeat attitudes brighten everyone's day when we see them in the hallways. They are always willing to help with tasks, not only in the main office but around the school. They are truly deserving of this recognition!”
It was a patriotic scene Friday at Attica Elementary’s annual Flag Day parade!
After their trip around the block, students and staff assembled on our front lawn for a few songs, a flag-raising ceremony, a recognition of our local veterans and student read-alouds on the topic of what our nation’s flag means to them.
A huge thank you to all our elementary school teachers and staff who, in addition to supervising their students and making sure the morning’s festivities went smoothly, were also busy snapping photos for us to share with all of you!
More photos over on our Facebook page at the link below and a bit of footage over on our YouTube channel, likewise at the link below!
Facebook photos link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=100057106403663&set=a.1529114492335416
YouTube video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1x2ea0Rics8
