Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Janine Keith’s organization
Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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New Castle Area School District Public Board Meeting Minutes
The board approved a variety of personnel actions including resignations, retirement date revisions, leaves of absence, and the appointment of substitute teachers, support staff, and volunteer coaches. They authorized the use of district facilities by outside organizations, approved a student's participation in a vocational agriculture program, and set stipends for gifted teachers. Additionally, the board approved school plans and student handbooks for the upcoming academic year, reviewed financial reports, and authorized various district payments. Several contracts were finalized, including advertising agreements for Taggart Stadium and softball fields, special education consulting, and student transportation services.
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New Castle Area School District Special Board Meeting
The board addressed several agenda items, including the approval of a resolution regarding the Public School Facility Improvement Grant. Action was taken to abolish a grade 1 position and create a new position for a Step Down Program and Cyber Teacher-Facilitator effective for the 2026-2027 school year. The board also elected a new temporary professional employee for a Learning Support position and approved a two-year agreement with Subject Technologies, Inc. to provide cyber education services.
Jul 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Castle Area School District Public Board Meeting
The board addressed various personnel actions, including a retirement, resignations, and leaves of absence. Facility usage requests, field trips, and school improvement plans were reviewed and authorized. Financial matters addressed included the approval of financial reports, district payments, and the Lawrence County Career and Technical Center budget. Labor contracts for secretaries, custodians, and cafeteria staff were ratified, and service agreements were approved with several entities, including Butler County Community College, Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV, and various healthcare providers. Additionally, the board finalized athletic staffing positions, established football ticket pricing, reviewed property bids, and granted tax exonerations.
Jun 10, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center School Plan 2026-2027
This Schoolwide Title 1 School Plan outlines a commitment to providing a comprehensive, high-quality educational program addressing the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students. The plan prioritizes equitable access to learning opportunities, emphasizing evidence-based practices and a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for diverse learners. Key focus areas include delivering rigorous, standards-aligned Tier 1 core instruction in literacy and mathematics, leveraging ongoing data analysis, progress monitoring, and targeted interventions to increase student achievement and close proficiency gaps. Specific goals for the 2026-2027 school year involve K-2 grade-level teams consistently using Acadience Math data for instruction and interventions, and K-1 students receiving ECRI instruction demonstrating measurable growth in foundational literacy skills to reach Acadience benchmarks.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
