Tammy Bollinger

This School District Plan for Mi linburg Area School District details the strategic approach to providing comprehensive special education services. It outlines ongoing efforts to enhance student achievement through Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), ensure education in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and maintain robust positive behavior support programs. The plan encompasses specialized support services, extensive professional development for staff covering areas such as Autism, Positive Behavior Support, Transition, and IEP development, alongside initiatives for parent involvement and facility management. It also addresses the oversight of non-resident and incarcerated students, with various activities and training schedules extending through 2029.

The meeting included executive sessions for student, legal, and personnel matters. Key discussions covered an update on stadium and agricultural projects. The Policy Committee recommended and obtained approval for the first reading of several policies (106, 107, 108, 108.1, 110, 607, 610, 611, 626 series, 626.1) and the final reading and approval of Policy 101-Mission Statement. The Education Committee secured approval for the 2026-2027 school calendar, accepted the enrollment of John Morris into the agricultural education program, accepted a donation of four library books, and approved the updated grades 6-12 book list, including additions and rotational texts for ELA courses. The Property Committee authorized advertising for bids for the stadium project. The Finance Committee approved financial reports, ratified January 2026 expenditures, accepted a monetary donation of $2,250, and approved several agreements, resolutions, and MOUs related to a Public Improvement Facilities Grant and coordination with the Summit Early Learning and CSIU. The Personnel Committee accepted several resignations and one retirement, approved new substitute teachers, approved coaches for the Spring 2026 season, approved game managers, approved bus drivers, approved a Support Staff Appreciation Dinner, approved the final review of the COTA job description, approved three deduct days, and approved the removal of the boys' tennis program as a recognized district PIAA sport. A staff transfer was noted for information, and approvals were granted for hiring several new staff members. The Board also approved the 2026-2027 CSIU Operating Budget.

The meeting included an Executive Session for a legal matter, and an agenda item was modified to change the wording of a Separation Agreement. The Board held a first reading of Policy 101-Mission Statement and approved the final reading of Policy 216.2-Student Records-Name, Sex and Gender Identity. Tyler Snook was appointed as the Education Committee Chairperson, and the donation of an elementary library book was accepted. Financial matters included approving monthly financial reports, accepting monetary donations totaling $4749.00 for band equipment and lacrosse helmets, approving the renewal of the CMSU Student Assistance (SAP) Team Services Agreement, approving a $200 stipend for piano accompaniment, approving reallocated Fall play stipends, and approving an agreement with the Community Giving Foundation. Personnel actions included accepting retirements and resignations, approving substitutes, approving FMLA and uncompensated leaves, approving deduct days, and approving volunteer coaches, an event staff worker, a ski club volunteer, the hiring of an ESL Teacher, and a staff transfer. The Board also approved the first review of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant job description and approved the 2026-2027 SUN Tech Proposed Budget. Old Business included approving the school police officers' pay scale.

The meeting included the formal reorganization of the Board, during which the Oath of Office was administered to newly elected and re-elected members. Tom Eberhart was appointed as School Board President for 2026, and Brandon Straub was appointed as Vice President for 2026. The nomination for Education Committee Chairperson was tabled until the next meeting. Tim Scholl was nominated and approved as Personnel Committee Chairperson. Key discussions included the presentation of the Students, Parents and Community Survey Results, a first review of Policy 101 (Mission Statement) scheduled for the next meeting, and the final reading of policies concerning Student Records-Name, Sex and Gender Identity (tabled pending Solicitor's review) and Multi-Use Private Facilities (approved). The Board approved FFA trips for February and March 2026, Camp Invention for June 2026, and waived facility use fees for the 2027 Summer Work Camp. Financial reports and ratification of November 2025 expenditures were approved, along with the acceptance of several monetary donations. The Wrestling Boosters club was approved for the 2025-2026 school year. Personnel actions included the approval of new substitutes, uncompensated leaves, coaches, and event workers, as well as the hiring of a Category I Aide. The disposition of Grievance #2025-2026-02 was denied by the Board. The 2026-2027 SUN Tech Proposed Budget was presented for review.

The meeting covered several personnel matters, including the acceptance of retirements and resignations for teaching and aide positions, approval of substitute teachers, approval of FMLA and uncompensated leaves, and approval of coaches for the 2025-2026 sports season. Other key actions involved the approval of the final reading of Policy 216.2 concerning student records regarding name, sex, and gender identity, the first reading of Policy 101-Mission Statement, and approval of the financial reports for December 2025. The board also accepted monetary donations, approved agreements for student assistance services and community giving, approved the school police officers' pay scale, and appointed a chairperson for the Education Committee.