David Niemira

This document outlines the Fairview School District's Gifted Education Plan, adhering to PA Code Chapter 16, for the period of 2023-2026. The plan details public notice procedures, a multi-pronged process for identifying gifted students through referrals, data screenings, and parental requests, and a comprehensive evaluation process utilizing multiple criteria to determine eligibility and need for specially designed instruction. It describes a continuum of gifted programs offering opportunities for acceleration and enrichment, emphasizing differentiated instruction, GIEPs, and collaborative support to enhance individual skills and academic goals for gifted learners.

The committee meeting covered a variety of agenda items including a review of the April Treasurer's report, the 2023-24 proposed final budget, and a capital projects fund balance transfer. Additionally, the committee discussed a facility use request for the Erie Otters, the procurement of corridor graphics from Freedom Signs, the appointment of a treasurer, a playground presentation, and various personnel matters. Prior to the meeting, the board held an executive session to address student discipline and legal matters.

The committee discussed the renewal of the five-year Mercyhurst affiliation agreement for athletic training and the annual renewal of the PSBA membership. Additionally, the committee reviewed a facilities and grounds report and approved the construction of a chill room at FMS with a budget not to exceed $25,000.

This comprehensive K-12 School Counseling Plan outlines a strategic approach to support students' academic, career, and social/emotional development. It details the role of school counselors as leaders, advocates, collaborators, and agents of systemic change. The plan emphasizes equitable access, career exploration and progression, academic excellence, holistic growth, and social-emotional well-being through defined curriculum, responsive services, individual counseling, and support systems. Key goals include ensuring all students engage in standards-aligned career preparation, develop individual career plans, and achieve academic proficiency, with specific objectives tailored for elementary, middle, and high school levels.

This document outlines the Fairview School District's Professional Development Plan, mandated by Act 48. The plan focuses on continuous professional education for staff, emphasizing improving language and literacy acquisition for all students, addressing diverse learners' needs, and closing achievement gaps. Key areas of focus include structured literacy training (LETRS), Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS), safety training (Act 151) covering topics like suicide awareness and trauma-informed approaches, and technology integration (Apple Integrated Services). The overarching goal is to enhance educators' content knowledge, teaching skills, assessment abilities, and their capacity to work effectively with parents and community partners to improve student learning.