Joanne Zangaro-Vano

The committee reviewed several reports including drone technology, the district budget and voting results, and safety, security, and wellness upgrades. Actions included approving a list of course programs for the school year, tuition rates, and staff travel for conferences. The committee also authorized various contractual agreements, approved personnel appointments, stipends, and summer staffing, and reviewed the Kiddie Tech childcare budget and equipment purchase grants. Additionally, the committee addressed the first reading of several revised policies and the appointment of a voting delegate.

The committee meeting included presentations from the Sports Medicine program. Key action items involved approving student travel for FCCLA and SkillsUSA activities, accepting resignations and retirements of several staff members, and approving summer employment for custodial and maintenance staff. The committee also ratified retention bonuses for specific employees and reviewed the 2026-2027 operating budget. Additionally, the committee authorized several equipment purchases funded by a supplemental equipment grant across various departments, including HVAC, Auto Collision, Culinary Arts, Robotics Engineering, and Automotive Technology. Finally, the committee approved the acceptance of donated welding equipment and the sale of shed projects to staff members.

The Committee reviewed several operational and administrative reports, including committee updates on curriculum, personnel, finance, and building and grounds. Key actions included approving professional development programs, staff training, and the acceptance of a donated vehicle. Personnel matters involved approvals for summer staffing, medical leaves, and new hires. The finance report covered accounts payable, budget transfers, and acceptance of grant funding. Building and grounds improvements included the approval of equipment purchases, sales of obsolete items, and contract extensions for electrical services. Information items provided updates on budget schedules, financial audits, and environmental compliance inspections.

The Joint Operating Committee meeting included an Executive Session to discuss Legal and Personnel Matters. Key discussions involved waiving physical quorum requirements for the public meeting due to severe weather conditions. Reports were presented by the President, Superintendent of Record, Solicitor, and Executive Director, including an update on the 2026-2027 Budget Draft. The Organization & Curriculum Committee recommended approval for several items, including staff travel to conferences (PACTA, PA ProStart Competition, Cosmetology AVTEC meeting, FCCLA state contest, EMS West Leadership updates, SkillsUSA State Contest) and approval for offering Summer Camps. The committee also noted the Automotive Technology program achieved a compliant rating on its PA Inspections and Emissions quality assurance review, and the June 30, 2025, audit showed no noted needs improvement. The Personnel Committee recommended approval for an unpaid Student Teaching Internship and the related Employment Resolution, as well as ratification of staff assisting with custodial duties. The Finance Committee recommended approval for reviewing accounts payable, budget, and cash reports as of December 31, 2025, authorizing February 2026 payments, approving a payment related to a cancelled modular home agreement, and purchasing seventy-five new student laptops. The Building & Grounds Committee recommended approval for fire systems upgrades/inspections and the upgrade of the main fire control panel, and provided updates on potable water quality sampling and insurance survey findings.

The agenda for the Joint Board Reorganization Meeting includes the Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call to declare a quorum, and the Election of Officers for President, Vice-President, and Treasurer, with specific term durations noted for each position. The agenda also covers the Approval of 2024 Annual Joint Board Meeting Minutes, Old Business, New Business, and Adjournment. Note that the Treasurer's term runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and the Secretary's term expires on June 30, 2029.