District overview
Byram Hills Central School District
School spending, board decisions and current district guidance
How decisions are made
A seven-member elected board sets policy and proposes the budget. Voters approved the 2026-27 budget after a levy proposal above the calculated cap.
Board and superintendent
Scott Levy is president and Mia DiPietro is vice president. Trustees are Jason Berland, Sally Cavada, Mia DiPietro, Melissa Jacobs, Kevin Landesman, Scott Levy and Petrie Verma. Dr. Jen Lamia is superintendent.
Budget and tax levy
The $106.1 million budget passed on May 19, 2026. The tax levy increase is 5.25%. The district described the proposed spending mix as 76% programs, 12% capital and 12% administration; it projected 92% of revenue from property taxes and 4% from state aid.
Audit and reserves
The district’s 2025-26 statements received an unmodified audit opinion. District officials have discussed how prior reserve use affects future budget planning.
Student devices and AI
The 2025-26 handbook describes restrictions on internet-enabled devices. The district publishes AI guidance that varies by course and requires attention to privacy.
Budget projections and policy proposals can change; check the latest board minutes for final decisions.
District leadership
Where the district stands
Approved 437 to 138; the tax levy rises 5.25%.
Exceeded the calculated tax cap and required a 60% voter majority.
The October report counts 2,376 including pre-K.
Major projects
Elementary literacy curriculum
K-4 rollout in 2026-27The district began a K-4 Arts & Letters rollout for 2026-27, while grade 5 was deferred. Earlier UFLI phonics instruction was piloted in K-2.
- Administrators describe the K-2 phonics pilot
- Administrators describe K-4 rollout and grade 5 deferral
Funding
District operating budget
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