Bath CSD Investment Policy

    • The Bath CSD has historically and currently operates on using one-time funds sparingly, and if so, the dollars will be directed to long-term investment.
    • While the actual Smart School Bond legislation allows for the use of the funds on what the District would consider to be more consumable type expenditures (e.g. tablets, laptops, or iPads that typically last only 3-4 years), the intent is to use these funds to support the current Bath CSD Technology Plan and future plans.
    • Specifically, the District has provided a Personal Learning Device (e.g. notebook computer) to each child in grades 2-12. These resources are supported by the ongoing revenue in the general budget as a part of instructional and management services through Erie 1  BOCES and the devices are planned to be refreshed every three years.
    • The District has increased the bandwidth for all schools with plans to continue to increase the bandwidth in network upgrades over the next 5 years through E-rate and Capital Projects.
    • While the District has plans to replace elements of the hardware network infrastructure over the next 5 years, some elements may fit more appropriately in the Smart Investment Plan based on other constraints or timing.
    • It is the position of the BOE that the Smart Schools Bond funds, which were basically provided by all NYS Tax payers, are to be expended with the utmost fiduciary responsibility. The funds should be used to provide updated technology and infrastructure with a life span of 7+ years to support our continued commitment to our students and community.