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May 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Shikellamy School District Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The Board of Education meeting covered a wide range of business items including the review of various financial reports, budget transfers, and bill lists. Key agenda items included the approval of student trips and conferences, the establishment of new student clubs such as the National History Club and HOSA, and the appointment of several coaching and teaching positions. The Board also reviewed and approved curriculum maps, affiliation and medical service agreements, and personnel-related actions such as resignations and FMLA requests. Additionally, the Board discussed property committee matters, including the sale of the former Grace S. Beck Elementary School, various renovation project bids for Oaklyn Elementary School, and new technology and software license proposals for the district's virtual academy and website communications.
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The work session addressed various administrative and operational topics, including a review of budget timelines and future revenue considerations. Policy discussions centered on meeting protocols, public participation guidelines, and student graduation requirements. The committee reviewed several action items, including potential real estate transactions regarding the sale of a school building, infrastructure improvements such as paving and vestibular security upgrades, gas commodity purchasing strategies, and grant-funded programming. Additionally, the board discussed technology integration, specifically website consolidation and staff computer procurement, along with legislative support for PIAA competition separation and administrative reports on student accomplishments and end-of-year activities.
Feb 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Shikellamy School District Board Of Education Work Session
The work session included recognition for students receiving the Stock Market Award for the 2025 Fall Investing Challenge. The Education Committee presented data on the Multi-Tiered Systems Support (MTSS) progress, including reading growth metrics, showing positive trends toward proficiency goals. Discussions covered the review of the 2026-27 Academic Calendar. Budget reviews were conducted for the SUN Area Technical Institute and the CSIU Committee, noting a significant increase in cosmetology and culinary program allocations for SUN Tech due to audit findings. The Cafeteria Committee discussed equipment needs, including walking coolers. The Policy Committee reviewed five policies, with two slated for revision and one for the first reading. The group also discussed potential locations for a student bonfire in the spring and reviewed grant applications. Administration presented a proposal for the redesign and replacement of wrestling room mats and walls, recommending a safety-focused option with a 'not to exceed' budget to be brought to the next meeting. Other updates included kindergarten transition planning, a forthcoming mural for the library, and honor roll recognition for ice skating achievements.
Jan 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Shikellamy School District Comprehensive Plan 2026-2029
The Shikellamy School District's comprehensive plan aims to prepare students to become lifelong learners and contributing members of the community by fostering academic, emotional, and social growth in a safe and supportive environment. Key priorities include strengthening and standardizing the K-12 instructional framework for English Language Arts and Mathematics to enhance student proficiency, establishing a unified instructional framework across all schools and grade levels for consistent curriculum implementation and assessment practices, and conducting a comprehensive high school feasibility study to ensure facility alignment with projected enrollment, programming needs, safety standards, and long-term fiscal sustainability.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
