Nanette Schimek

The board meeting included recognition of outstanding teachers and the launch of a district social media page. Public comments were received in support of technical education and agriculture programs. Personnel actions were taken, including the acceptance of a resignation, approval of unpaid leaves, changes to staffing positions, and the appointment of various professional, support, and extra-curricular staff. The board also approved student discipline actions and reviewed various financial documents, including the treasurer's report, school depositories report, and cafeteria and general fund expenditures.

The Board of Directors discussed the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 District Calendars and received updates from committee reports, including policy, negotiations, and district science fairs. Notable highlights included achievements in student competitions, updates on national championships for the competitive cheer squad, and recognitions for students of the month. The meeting also addressed public commentary regarding budget status and state funding. Administrative actions included the approval of personnel changes such as resignations, appointments, leave requests, and transfers. Additionally, the Board authorized conference attendance, approved the use of various school facilities by P.T.O. groups, and granted permission to bid for a new Student Information System replacement project, alongside the approval of cafeteria and general fund expenditures.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and personnel matters, including updates on district transportation costs, the proposed bus contract, and the Comprehensive Plan. Discussions included policy revisions, specifically regarding suicide awareness and prevention, as well as the elimination of the human development program. The board approved several personnel actions, such as retirements, resignations, new appointments, transfers, and leave requests. Additionally, the board ratified various facility usage requests by local booster clubs and community organizations, approved lists of bus drivers and equipment, authorized job descriptions, and sanctioned field trips. Financial approvals included a change order for a high school roof replacement project and the appointment of a local tax collector.

The board addressed various personnel items, including retirements, resignations, leaves of absence, and new appointments. Several policy changes were adopted, including updates to academic standards, counseling, and gifted education. The board approved updates to the Nuclear Incident Plan Manual, authorized self-reporting to the SEC regarding municipal securities disclosure obligations, and approved corporate sponsorship agreements with Sylvan Learning and YTI Career Institute. Additionally, the board extended a real estate listing agreement for the former Chanceford Elementary School property and approved various expenditures for the cafeteria, general fund, and capital improvement fund.

The Board reviewed textbook selection processes and revised job descriptions, with anticipated future approvals for several board policies. Key resolutions and agreements included support for special education funding reform, a student settlement agreement, and an educational services agreement with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Personnel actions were taken, including position eliminations, creations, transfers, and appointments. The Board approved various conference attendance requests, building use permits for summer camps and recruitment events, as well as several finance items such as a refuse collection service contract, the awarding of a bid for the Horn Field retaining wall, the acceptance of a vehicle donation, and the review of expenditure reports.