Douglas J. Martz

The meeting included discussions and recommendations on several action items. Key actions involved recommending the approval of the list of bills for payment across the Cafeteria Fund, General Fund, and ACH Checks. The board also recommended approval for the Financial Statements, including the Cafeteria Fund, Treasurer's Report, and Activity Fund. Personnel recommendations included approving James Green as a custodial substitute pending clearances and approving Julie Zahursky as a bus aide, provided clearances are on file. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

The agenda for this reorganization meeting included several organizational items. Key actions involved the election of a temporary president, followed by the election and appointment of Nancy Oaks as the permanent School Board President and Shawn McGarvey as Vice President. The board approved monthly meeting dates, elected representatives to the PSBA and district tax rolls, and retained Spence and Custer Law Firm as the solicitor for 2026. Appointments were also made for the Admiral Peary operating committee alternate and delegate positions, CIU 10 Board delegate, and depositories (First National Bank and PSDLAF). Finally, members were appointed to various standing committees, including Budget, Personnel, Curriculum, Athletic, Buildings & Grounds, and Policy Committees.

The meeting included discussions and recommendations regarding various topics. The board approved the resignation of Susan Gallaher and authorized advertising for the position. They also approved the list of bills for payment across different funds and the financial statements. Furthermore, the board approved co-op transportation for students attending athletic practices for the 2025-2026 school year, the Harmony Area School District Emergency Operations Plan for 2025-2026, and Title 1 School Plans for both the elementary and JSHS levels. The board approved Jaci LeGars to attend the 2025 ACAPA Conference and Doug Martz to attend the PAFPC Federal Programs ISP Meeting in 2026. Several field trips were approved, and Ciara Parks was approved as a part-time cafeteria worker. The first reading of Section 100 policies was approved, with significant changes to policies concerning discrimination/harassment, non-school-sponsored student groups, and trauma-informed approaches.

The meeting included administrative reports on teacher performance and the impact of the budget on schools. Approvals were recommended for the list of bills for payment, financial statements, and Eddie Hugill as the JH Boys Basketball Assistant Coach. The board also discussed advertising for bids for fuel for the generator and coal, and approving Burnside Township to provide antiskid/salt on the parking lots. Field trips were approved for various grades and departments. Kristina Deyarmin was recommended as a substitute worker for the cafeteria. The second reading of all Section 100 policies was approved with significant changes to three policies regarding discrimination/harassment, non-school sponsored student groups, and trauma informed approach.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics such as Federal programming, AI policy, the upcoming school year, PreK programs, and a donation for a new sound system in the gym. The board approved Wanda Cidor as a board member, along with approving minutes from past meetings, the list of bills for payment, and financial statements. Approvals were also given for Matthew Woods as the Athletic Director, various athletic positions, the Interscholastic Sports Insurance Agreement, and the Cyber Liability Policy. Additionally, the board approved bus and van routes, school bus contractors and drivers, student and teacher handbooks, and the use of school grounds for fair parking. They also approved a district-wide field trip to the Harmony Fair and performances by the music department at the fair. Furthermore, tenure was approved for a teacher, extra-curricular positions were filled, tax collectors were approved, and changes were made to the cafeteria manager position. Lastly, the first reading of a policy on the use of generative artificial intelligence in education and the second reading for a procurement policy attachment were approved.