Penni Baker

The meeting included discussions on various topics, such as the budget and its impact on the district, particularly concerning the funding of pre-K programs. There was a recommendation to approve the minutes from previous meetings held in October. The board also recognized the Blue Devil volleyball team for their advancement in the state championship. An update was shared regarding the advisory council meeting, which focused on the future of teaching and learning with technology. Additionally, the board considered the approval for teachers to attend the National Council for Social Studies conference in Washington D.C., and discussed proposed updates to the English 10 curriculum.

The meeting included a recognition of citizens. The board discussed and approved a request for a sabbatical for a second-grade teacher for professional development. The board approved curriculum updates, an inter mural job description, and the formation of a mock trial club for the high school. The board approved the participation of students in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 in the pay survey, as well as personnel items A through G. Additionally, the board approved a conference request for the career coordinator to attend the PCEA conference. Student reports covered college rep visits, recognition of students competing in golf tournaments, the upcoming hall of fame banquet, parent-teacher conferences, and the PSATs and SATs.

The meeting included a presentation from EI Architects, covering schematic designs for high school additions, a new fieldhouse, and primary school improvements. Key points included the relocation of band and choir rooms to create a flexible space and increased seating for the gymnasium and outdoor field. Discussions also involved widening access to Leersburg Street, traffic flow, and potential bus drop-off areas. Feedback from coaches was incorporated into the fieldhouse design, with attention to locker room configurations and storage solutions.

The meeting included a recognition of citizens, a chief financial officer's report, and presentations. The board discussed and approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance capital projects, including a new fieldhouse, science wing classrooms, and other renovations. There was also a presentation on new clubs, including a mock trial club. Additionally, the board discussed inter murals and the approval of job descriptions. Finally, the board discussed curriculum updates.

The meeting included discussions on agenda approval, recognition of citizens, and approval of minutes from previous meetings. The board discussed and moved to withdraw an item regarding a sabbatical request for professional development, pending the submission of a professional development plan. The superintendent presented preliminary data on math and ELA performance, highlighting improvements in math scores and the implementation of a new ELA curriculum. School improvement plans were also presented, focusing on instructional practices, attendance, and student performance.