Waynesboro Area School District

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting of February 10, 2026. The Superintendent's Report highlighted PSBA School Board Directors training, upcoming Music in our Schools event, a student-written play, presentations on social media dangers, and recognition of student achievements in academics and athletics. Public comments addressed district unification, transparency, and issues related to Mr. Pappas. Presentations included bid results for the Elementary Accessibility Project and an overview of the 2026-2027 Budget Status. Student Board Reports noted the upcoming Mini Thon fundraiser and the success of the Color Guard and Percussion groups, along with a student making the All-State Choir. Board committee reports were provided. Business actions included the approval of personnel items and a Student Waiver following an executive session. The Board also acted on the beginning of the public review period for Chapter 49 - Induction Plan and approved the bids for the Elementary Accessibility Projects across multiple schools, awarding contracts for general construction, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Financial business involved the approval of Purchase Orders, Bills for Payment, and the Treasurer's Report for January 2026. Board members shared comments regarding student speech competition results and tours of the Career Tech Center.

The Policy Committee meeting addressed several policy items. Key discussions involved Policy 320 regarding Freedom of Speech by Employees, which is being sent for a first reading at the subsequent Board Meeting. The committee also discussed Policy 221 concerning Dress and Grooming, specifically regarding hats, hoods, and tops, and decided to continue data collection. Furthermore, Policy 218.1 regarding Weapons, along with its associated administrative regulation AR0 - 218.1 (which was not adopted by the Committee), are being sent for a first reading at the next Board Meeting.

The meeting began with procedural items including the approval of the agenda and roll call. Key discussion and action items involved personnel approvals (excluding one individual), approval of school bus/van drivers, discussion regarding 2025 elected officers/board assignments, approval of the 2023-2024 audit, and approval of major trip requests for the Waynesboro Boys Varsity Wrestling team and WASHS Cheer Nationals. Financial business included the approval of purchase orders and bills for payment, J.P. Harris Exonerations for November 2025, and the Treasurer's Report for November 2025. The Superintendent provided a report detailing various school activities, including student performances, holiday meals, and a scholarship presentation to a wrestler. Public comment included support for specific individuals and sharing feelings about a public letter. Board reports summarized the activities of the Academic, Budget/Facilities, and Policy Committees.

The meeting included the election of a temporary president, reading of certificates of election, and swearing-in of new and incumbent board members. Rachel Fortney was elected as the Board President, and Lloyd Hamberger was elected as Vice President. The agenda was approved, and the Superintendent provided a report covering winter sports, school closures due to inclement weather, and a performance by the Waynesboro Children's Theatre Troupe. Updates were given on school security and cyber charter reform, along with reports from the Academic, Budget/Facilities, and Policy Committees. The board discussed and acted on personnel matters and a second reading of policies. Purchase orders and bills for payment were also approved. Clayton Cabinet comments highlighted the PA Dept of Education Conference and the final community Comprehensive Plan meeting.

The Academic Committee meeting included discussions on Agriculture Education, exploring programs at other schools and potential partnerships. An update on state assessments, including the Future Ready Index and Keystone testing, was provided. A new National French Honor Society at WASHS was presented, and the committee discussed colleges available to WASD students, AP exams, and Act 158 for the Class of 2025. Proposed updates to WASHS course selection for 2026-27 and beyond were reviewed, along with an iReady update and a plan to send an AR update to the Board Policy Committee. STEELs and the Scientific Method and a Comprehensive Plan were also mentioned for future discussion.