Peter Jordan

This Induction Plan for the Wayne Highlands School District outlines the mandatory induction experience for first-year teachers, long-term substitutes, and educational specialists from 2023 to 2026, as required by Chapter 49. The plan details the establishment of mentor relationships, committee responsibilities for development, public inspection requirements, and a comprehensive program structure. It focuses on assessing inductee needs, providing content aligned with the Danielson Framework for Teaching, and implementing rigorous evaluation to enhance teacher competency and student learning.

The committee reviewed the 2025-2028 Special Education Plan and the 2024-2025 budget revisions, highlighting the district's sound financial status due to available grants and funds. The Act I Timeline Plan for the 2025-2026 budget process was also reviewed. Approvals were made for Mr. Firmstone to negotiate the purchase of a 7-passenger van and for blacktop projects at Damascus Area School and Wayne Highlands Middle School. The committee discussed the Resignation of Alison Brown, PCA/Paraeducator, Kraig Obermiller, Information System Manager, the Retirement/Resignation of Carol Hopkins, Cafeteria Worker and Denise Sepesi, Paraeducator. Additionally, the Coaches and Advisors for Fall, 2025-2026 Season and Faculty/Grade Level Leaders for the 2025-2026 school year were discussed. The low bid for food service was approved for The Nutrition Group, and discussions were held regarding Custodial Supply and Second-Class Supply bids, as well as the appointment of the Wayne County Recorder of Deeds as the Deputy Realty Transfer Tax Collector. The committee also addressed the appointment of voting delegates for the PSBA Delegate Assembly, 2025, and approved the Special Education Agreement in Case #S-2024-2025-1.

The document is the final general fund budget for the fiscal year 2019-2020. It includes certifications related to the preparation and public inspection of the proposed budget, validations, estimated revenues, financing sources, and expenditures. Key components of the budget include revenue from local, state, and federal sources, as well as expenditures for instruction, support services, and non-instructional services. The budget also details the real estate tax rate, fund balance summary, schedule of cash and investments, and schedule of indebtedness.

The board covered topics such as the acceptance of a resignation of a Science Teacher, the appointment of Faculty Leaders for Wayne Highlands Middle School for the 2025-2026 school year, approval of bus age waivers for the 2025-2026 school year, and the appointment of Berkheimer Associates to collect delinquent Occupation and Per Capita Taxes for the next fiscal year. The board also discussed and approved the use of the District's facilities by various organizations and teams.

The board discussed and approved the March Treasurer's Report and cash disbursements. They recognized Honesdale High School Seniors for their achievements. The board approved the retirement/resignation of a Personal Care Assistant and a Child Rearing Leave for a Custodian. They also approved the 2025-2026 school calendar and the use of the District's facilities for various activities.