William Gershey

The Board Meeting agenda covers several key administrative and business items. Discussion topics include the approval of previous minutes from reorganization, work session, and regular meetings held in December 2025, review of Treasurer's Reports and approval of bills for General, Food Service, and Construction accounts, and accounting of taxes. The agenda also schedules recognition for School Board Month and student achievements, followed by a public comment period. Key action items involve reviewing and revising several policies (e.g., Attendance, Weapons, Purchases, Law Enforcement Relations, Security Personnel), adopting a Budget Resolution that proposes no tax rate increase beyond the established 3.5% index for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and approving the 2026-2027 High School Curriculum Guide. Additionally, the Board is set to approve Memoranda of Understanding with the Blakely and Olyphant Police Departments, a Provider Agreement with Pediatric Services of America, LLC d/b/a Aveanna Healthcare for nursing services, and accepting a proposal from Entech Engineering, Inc. for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation engineering services. Personnel actions include the recommended termination of an employee for Neglect of Duty, approval of several resignations across various roles, appointment of a new Transportation Supervisor and a Long Term Substitute, appointment of a Paraprofessional, approval of numerous coaching appointments for the 2025-2026 school year, mentor appointments, extracurricular appointments, and rescinding an unpaid leave of absence previously granted.

The committee discussed the security of the holding pond at EverGreen and the findings of building inspections. Issues such as a copier needing relocation and tables stored in a vestibule were addressed. Updates were provided on repairs needed at the bottom of Hemlock Road, with a proposed solution involving rerouting buses. Reports on building conditions were given for various locations. Injury reports were reviewed, and a discussion was held regarding a committee vacancy due to a retirement, with plans to revisit the subject at the July meeting.

The agenda includes treasurer's reports, approval of bills, a public recognition segment, and a review of enrollment data. Policy review and revisions are planned for several areas, including employment contracts, leave policies, fiscal objectives, purchasing procedures, fund management, and records management. The agenda also includes approval of the 2025-2026 school calendar, Act 80 days, the appointment of a real estate transfer tax collector, and a memorandum of understanding with the Wayne County District Attorney's Office and the Pennsylvania State Police. Several agreements for software services, dual enrollment, student services, and transportation are up for approval, along with personnel matters such as appointments, retirements, resignations, and coaching positions. Finally, informational items, correspondence, and reports from the superintendent and assistant superintendent will be addressed.

The board meeting included discussion and approval of several financial reports, including the treasurer's reports and bills from general, food service, and construction accounts. A public question regarding the allocation of ESSER funds under the CARES Act was addressed, clarifying that the funds must be used for COVID-19 related expenses and cannot supplant existing funds. The board discussed a one-to-one technology initiative to provide devices for each student. The meeting also included discussion of personnel matters, including the granting of tenure to two teachers and the hiring of student interns. Finally, the board discussed and gave temporary approval (pending further review) to a plan for voluntary athletic practices, subject to specific health and safety guidelines.

The meeting began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The board approved an athletic health and safety plan and guidance to resume voluntary sports-related activities. A discussion took place regarding quotes for track resurfacing, with a decision to proceed with the more expensive option to avoid project delays. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.