The Carmel Central School District Board voted on Sept. 8 to continue the varsity girls gymnastics merger with neighboring schools for the 2026-27 winter season, with Polling High School designated as host for the applicable athletic season.
The motion, moved and seconded during the general action portion of the meeting after the item was removed from the consent agenda, passed by voice vote. The resolution stated the approval is "subject to all required governing athletic association approvals and procedures." The board clarified the merger is a continuation of a prior arrangement rather than a brand-new partnership and noted minimal expected cost (uniforms estimated at two to $300 total for students involved).
Trustees asked for a correction in administrative text that incorrectly listed a host school in one place; the superintendent corrected the document before the vote. The resolution carries forward existing procedure and requires subsequent approvals from governing athletic authorities where applicable.