Paige Boyer

The meeting commenced with the administration of the Oath of Office to a newly appointed Board Member, Mr. Tony Belskey. Key agenda items included the approval of the agenda with motions requiring immediate attention for the Vo-Tech budget and a student services agreement. Presentations covered high school student reports, SkillsUSA recognition, 'Trojan Pride Awards' for student achievements (1,000 saved goals and 1,000 points), a review of the Single Audit Report, and an update on the Garfield Building project, which is currently in Phase I with abatement work completing and an estimated usability date of September 2026. Citizen hearings addressed traffic safety near the High School, concerns regarding the high number of students in Credit Recovery, knife incidents, the 16% truancy rate, potential termination of an individual, security services proposals, tax appeal settlements, and the budget deficit. Business conducted across committees included approving General Fund and Cafeteria Fund bills, budget adjustments for Federal Funds (Title I, IIA, IV), approval for tax appeal settlements, adopting the Career and Technology Center budgets, authorizing requests for proposals for security services, approving a lease agreement for an electronic mailing system, awarding a lighting project contract, reviewing and approving various Board Policies, approving the 2026-2027 School Calendar, approving multiple student conference requests, various personnel actions including appointments, accepting a resignation, and approving uncompensated leave requests. Additionally, student activities fund reports and student trip approvals were addressed.

The meeting included presentations such as the 'Trojan Pride Awards' recognizing staff and students, recognition for service by retiring staff members, and recognition for Board Members during Board Recognition Month. Citizens addressed several issues, including welcoming a new Board Member, inquiries regarding staff resignations, sabbatical leaves, the Crown building motions, and concerns about truancy, Credit Recovery program size, and teacher salaries for Cyber School courses. Key actions included accepting the resignation of Board Director Edwin J. Mikesic and appointing Tony Belskey to fill the vacancy. The Board also handled numerous personnel matters, including approving retirement requests, resignations, leave requests, and new appointments for various instructional and support staff roles. Financial actions included approving the Treasurer's Report, approving General Fund and Cafeteria Fund bills for November 2025, approving the Act 1 Resolution for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year, and approving the District's withdrawal from the Greater Johnstown Area Schools Healthcare Consortium effective June 30, 2026. Operational decisions included approving building and property matters related to Pasquerilla Enterprises, L.P., and approving revisions to the 2025-2026 School Calendar.

The meeting commenced with reorganization proceedings, including the election of a Temporary Chairperson, reading of Certificates of Election, administration of the Oath of Office to newly-elected members, appointment of a Board Member to a two-year term, and the election of the President and Vice President. Key procedural actions included the appointment of the District Solicitor with an established hourly fee, establishing the Board Meeting dates and times for 2025, appointing Board Committees, and adjourning the reorganization portion Sine Die. During the regular board meeting segment, there were presentations, including a report from the Johnstown High School Student Representative and presentation of the Trojan Pride Award. Personnel matters involved accepting retirements, approving resignations, granting sabbatical and compensated professional leave requests, appointing individuals to various positions (including Technology Director, supplemental coaching roles, Homebound Teacher, and Cyber School Teachers), and approving agreements with the Greater Johnstown Education Association regarding coverage. Financial actions included approving the Treasurer's Report for October 2025, approving General Fund and Cafeteria Fund bills for October 2025, and approving budget adjustments. Operational decisions included authorizing the pursuit of PDE approval to reopen the former Garfield School Building, approving the District's continued participation in the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference through the 2030-2031 school year, and approving the closing of the JHS Pep Club account to merge with the JHS SWPBIS Club. Educational items included approving agreements with Indiana University of Pennsylvania and the Cambria County Association for the Blind and Handicapped.

The meeting included presentations on the Garfield Building project and asbestos removal, as well as a report on high school events. The board discussed and approved several motions related to the issuance of General Obligation Bonds and a Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note. They also approved various board policies, agreements, and contracts, including those related to photography services, university affiliations, and PowerSchool renewal. Personnel matters were addressed, such as the creation of a Technology Director position, child-rearing leave, and appointments of teachers and substitute teachers. The board also approved volunteer services, a student information coordinator, and a behavior intervention specialist. Additionally, they approved booster organization renewals, student activities fund reports, and a student trip. Financial matters included the approval of general fund bills, an antenna site lease, property tax exemptions, and budget adjustments. The board also discussed the sale of property and the use of school buildings as polling sites.

The meeting included the election of a temporary chairperson, reading of election certificates, oath of office administration for newly elected and appointed board members, and the appointment of a board member. The board also discussed the election of a president and vice-president, the appointment of a solicitor and establishment of their fee, and the establishment of regular board meeting dates and times for 2026. Additionally, the agenda covered the appointment of board committees and a member to the Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center's Joint Operating Committee.The board addressed personnel matters, including sabbatical leave, retirements, and resignations. New positions were created, and appointments were made for supplemental roles. Agreements with the Greater Johnstown Education Association were approved, and volunteer services were acknowledged. The board also discussed student activities, budget and finance matters, building operations, cafeteria services, and educational agreements and programs.