Jennifer Cecco

The meeting commenced with the addition of an agenda item to revise the 2022-2023 District Calendar. The Board recognized an individual for administering first aid to a choking student. An Academic Spotlight presentation covered the new AP Capstone Seminar Course. The Board received reports on the 2023-2024 Budget and the 2023-2024 Enrollment & Staffing Projection Report. Old Business saw the approval of both the 2023-2024 Lewisburg Area School District Calendar and the revised 2022-2023 School District Calendar. New Business focused on capital expenditures, including the approval of proposals for replacing domestic hot water heaters at Kelly Elementary School, repaving the MS bus loop and parking lot, repairing MS exterior cafeteria doors, and repairing the Kelly Elementary School parking lot island ramp. The Board also approved the first reading of several policies and the rescission of Policy 255. The consent agenda approved the Personnel Report, Minutes from the January 12, 2022 Regular Session Meeting, Accounts Payable Reports, Field Trips/Conferences/Workshops Report, and Green Dragon Foundation Donations.

The meeting included an added information item concerning the costs for the Brandon Kramm Memorial Baseball Field. The Board announced prior executive sessions to discuss legal matters, a confidential student matter, school safety, and personnel revisions. Key actions involved a comprehensive vote to go out to bid with Option D, all add alternates, and Renovate for the Kelly Remediation Project. The Board also approved the purchase of the HS Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Pilot for $1,500 and the purchase of Eidex Software for a three-year period. Additionally, the 2018-2019 Superintendent's and Assistant Superintendent's Objective Performance Standards were approved. New business included information on the External Vulnerability Scan and the introduction of the new Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, Paula Young. The consent agenda, which was approved, included personnel revisions detailing new substitute teachers, a resignation update for the Assistant Board Recording Secretary, a reassignment, new staff hires, resignations, and contract clarifications.

The meeting commenced with announcements regarding a prior executive session covering personnel, legal, and other matters. A citizen commented on the High School Cell Phone Usage Procedures. A key presentation was given by the High School Principal regarding these cell phone usage procedures. Old business actions included the approval of proposals for asphalt repair and sealing near DHEMS and Pawling Athletic Complex, approval for additional architectural services for a building permit ($4,400.00), and approval for the purchase of aluminum bleachers ($22,736.00). New business actions involved the ratification of a purchase for a 2022 Ford Transit vehicle, approval for new flooring installation in three Middle School classrooms ($12,898.00), approval for signage for the Tennis Court and Turf & Track, and approval to add an Interscholastic Competitive Spirit Team, designating the 2025-26 year as a pilot year. The Board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to include the Assistant to the Principal position in the collective bargaining unit for the 2025-26 school year, and approved seven specific policies for a first reading. The consent agenda included the approval of the Revised Personnel Report, minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting, financial reports, and several other agreements and policies for second reading. The revised personnel report detailed staff transfers, new hires, a retirement, and various compensatory assignments.

The Board meeting commenced with discussions following an executive session regarding personnel matters and a public work session focused on the formation, purpose, and scope of a new Education Committee, which the Directors approved. A presentation was delivered on the Long Range Financial Plan Report, and the Principal presented information regarding the AP Capstone Diploma Program. Old Business actions included the approval of the 2021-2022 Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit Proposed General Operating Budget, and tabling the 2021-2022 LASD Organizational Chart. New Business involved the first reading approval of multiple policies covering maintenance, position abolishment, employment terms, physical examinations, educator misconduct, attendance, sick leave, and foreign exchange students. Additionally, the Board approved a Memorandum of Agreement and a Letter of Agreement with the LAEA concerning compensation for extra compensatory duties for the Spring 2021 Athletic Season and characterization of coaching experience, respectively. The Board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding extended leave. The Consent Agenda included the approval of the Revised Personnel Report, Treasurer Reports, Accounts Payable, and the second reading approval of several policies, alongside approving a quote for gymnasium and stage floor maintenance. The Revised Personnel Report detailed new substitute teachers, changes to leave status, new support staff, and compensatory assignments for the current and upcoming school years.

The session began after an executive session was held to discuss four personnel matters and a legal matter. Key discussions included a report from Pupil Services detailing athletic achievements and upcoming academic planning for the Junior class. A presentation was given by the School Counselors on Student Well-Being. Old business actions included the approval of the purchase of a field line painting robot for $33,450 and the approval of the Revised 2021-2022 District Calendar. New business involved the approval of the CONCERN Behavioral Health Agreement and the five-year recommissioning of Cathy S. Moser as Assistant Superintendent, effective July 1, 2022. The consent agenda included the approval of a Revised Personnel Report, which detailed leaves, resignations, retirements, and new hires/substitutes for professional and support staff, as well as the approval of gift agreements from the Green Dragon Foundation.