On July 5 at the Reorganization Meeting of the Island Trees Board of Education, Joseph Buda and Christine Holt, who were elected to board seats this past May, were officially sworn in to begin their terms as board members. David Rubin, attorney for the board, administered the oath of office. They were elected for three-year terms.

The Island Trees Board of Education also appointed Peter Ray as president for the 2006-2007 school year. Ken Rochon was appointed vice president.

The board of education was very pleased that the budget was passed by a wide margin showing strong support by the community. The new budget will enable the district to maintain the high quality educational programs offered to our students.

The board members look forward to working closely with the district administrators, staff and parents to continue to offer the best educational programs possible while still trying to keep the school taxes as low as possible.