Jennifer Vetter

The strategic plan for Mt. Lebanon School District outlines a roadmap from 2025 to 2031, centered on the theme 'Mt. Lebanon L.E.A.D.S.' It focuses on five key areas: Leading the Way, Engagement, Academic Excellence and Innovation, District Systems and Supports, and Safe, Supportive, and Inclusive Environment. The plan aims to foster student leadership, deliver academic excellence, and ensure a supportive environment, ultimately striving to provide the best possible education for every student while maintaining organizational excellence and fiscal responsibility.

The meeting included student presentations from How Elementary and middle school student council representatives regarding their activities and achievements for the school year. The board reviewed the district's operating budget for 2026-2027 and discussed advocacy efforts related to tax reassessment. Recognition was given to community members and students for various athletic and academic accomplishments. Additionally, a detailed update on instructional technology was provided, focusing on the profile of a learner, the role of technology in classrooms, digital citizenship, and the district's educational technology investments.

The board received a comprehensive presentation regarding the K-12 curriculum review process for Social Studies, ELA, and Math. The meeting included the approval of a personnel report and discussions on various policy adoptions, revisions, and retirements. Financial agenda items covered the treasurer's report, monthly bill lists, budgetary transfers, unusable equipment, tax resolutions, property tax reassessment, and the presentation of the 2026-2027 final budget. Additionally, the board reviewed contracts, insurance renewals, food service pricing, and equipment bids. Curriculum matters involved textbook adoption and agreements with the AIU. Other business included the designation of voting delegates and the review of the upcoming school year meeting schedule. Public comments addressed educational experiences and technology use in the classroom.

The board discussed various financial items, including the Treasurer's Report, tax refunds, budgetary transfers, and the proposed final budget, noting that taxes would increase by 3.5% rather than the maximum index of 4.1%. Discussions also covered facilities rental fee schedules, including a new option for high school parking lot rentals, and agreements such as the Dick's Sporting Goods location release, the Direct Energy Business contract renewal, and multiple transportation agreements, including a contingency plan with Mlaker, LLC. Additionally, the board reviewed textbook adoptions, upcoming curriculum presentation plans, and two student travel requests for orchestra and DECA.

The Board of School Directors held a meeting that included presentations from students regarding school programs, a report on student council activities, and an update on the preliminary budget adoption and fiscal planning. Presentations were also delivered on Elementary Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Board members provided updates on committees and partnerships, including grants, upcoming events, and municipal projects. The Board approved various agenda items across finance, human resources, curriculum, and facilities, including lease agreements and transportation contracts. Public comments were addressed regarding communication processes during meetings.