Allentown City School District public meetings in 2021

Reorganization Meeting

This is a reorganization meeting of the Allentown City School District Board of Directors. The board will elect a president and vice president, and administer the oath of office to four newly elected or re-elected directors. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Election of Board President and Vice President
• Oath of office for directors LaTarsha Brown, Lisa A. Conover, Phoebe D. Harris, and Jennifer Lynn Ortiz administered by Lehigh County Court President Judge J. Brian Johnson
• Call to order by Secretary William P. Hargett
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items

Special Board Meeting

The Allentown School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution to start designing a new middle school on the city's east side, award a $540,045 contract for restorative practices, and purchase driver education simulators for $107,980. New policies on HIV infection and educational stability for foster children are also up for adoption. The meeting includes routine reports and a public comment period on agenda items.

• Resolution to commence design of new 5th middle school on the east side of Allentown
• Award $540,045 to Communities in Schools of Eastern Pennsylvania for restorative practices and integrated student supports
• Purchase Driver Education Simulators from Virtual Drivers Interactive for $107,980
• Adopt new Policy #203.1 on HIV Infection and Policy #255 on Educational Stability for Children in Foster Care
• Accept contract extension from Institute for Student Achievement for job-embedded professional development at Allen and Dieruff high schools

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and take action on two new policies: Policy #203.1 on HIV infection and Policy #255 on educational stability for children in foster care. Both policies are presented as second readings. The meeting also includes public comment periods and superintendent's remarks.

• Policy #203.1 – HIV Infection (second reading, action requested)
• Policy #255 – Educational Stability for Children in Foster Care (second reading, action requested)
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Superintendent's comments by Dr. John Stanford

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and consider a resolution to opt out of Act 1 index limits, potentially allowing a tax increase above the state-set limit. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods. The committee will then adjourn.

• Exhibit A - Act 1 Opt Out Resolution (action item)
• Superintendent Dr. John Stanford's comments (discussion)
• Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will review several items including curriculum renewals and student achievement initiatives. The meeting includes discussions on driver education simulators and a proposal regarding the William Allen HS Gym Entry Way.

• Institute for Student Achievement for the 2021-2022 School Year
• Drivers Education Simulators
• Curriculum Material Renewals
• Naming/Renaming District Facilities - William Allen HS Gym Entry Way
• Communities in Schools: Leadership in Restorative Practices Contract

Regular Board Meeting

The Allentown School District Board will take action on a board governance consulting contract with Synergistic Solutions, approve policy changes on temporary medical excusals, medications, and asthma inhalers, and vote on contracts for educational services, technology, and facilities. The board will also receive informational updates from committees and student representatives.

• Board Governance Consulting Contract with Synergistic Solutions (Exhibit A, item 6.2)
• Policy #204.1 Temporary Medical Excusals (2nd reading, item 7.2)
• Non-Public School Services from Catapult Learning - Semester II (Exhibit A, item 10.2)
• Middle School Transformation Contracts (Exhibit G, item 10.8)
• Agreement of Lease and Health Services with Valley Health Partners (Exhibit A, item 13.2)

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Building Committee-of-the-Whole meets to discuss and take action on an Agreement of Lease and Health Services Agreement with Valley Health Partners. The committee will also hear from Acting Superintendent Jennifer Ramos and allow public comment on agenda and non-agenda items. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and action on Agreement of Lease and Health Services Agreement with Valley Health Partners (Exhibit A)
• Public comment on agenda items
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• Superintendent's comments by Jennifer Ramos

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will hear comments from Acting Superintendent Jennifer M. Ramos. Members will review a child nutrition services CAFCO participation agreement and consider contracts for Intrado Interactive Services, Absolute Resilience Software, and Lenovo accidental damage protection. The meeting also includes routine agenda items and a motion to adjourn.

• Exhibit A – CAFCO participation agreement for child nutrition services
• Exhibit B – Renewal of Intrado Interactive Services contract
• Exhibit C – Absolute Resilience Software agreement
• Exhibit D – Lenovo accidental damage protection agreement

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and take action on selecting a site for the 2022 commencement exercises. The agenda also includes procedural items such as superintendent's comments and public comment periods.

• Select site for 2022 commencement exercises (Exhibit H)

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole meeting on November 4, 2021, is a procedural session with no listed substantive items for discussion or action. The agenda includes opening remarks, superintendent comments, public comment periods, and adjournment.

• No specific policies, contracts, or financial items are listed on the agenda.

Regular Board Meeting

The Allentown School District Board will vote on a Phase 1 Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement with McClure Company, along with contracts for substitute staffing, playground equipment, and arts programs. The board will also consider policy revisions on health screenings, student fundraising, and class trips, and several finance and personnel actions.

• Phase 1 Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement with McClure Company (Exhibit D, Building Report)
• Agreement with ESS Northeast, LLC for substitute staffing (Exhibit A, Superintendent's Report)
• Playground equipment installation at Jefferson Elementary and Muhlenberg Elementary (Exhibits A & B, Building Report)
• Purchase of MAPS Arts Outreach Program and 1,770 single seat licenses for special education (Exhibits B & C, Superintendent's Report)
• Licensing agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank & Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley (Exhibit C, Building Report)

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and may act on a proposal for curriculum and professional development consulting services from Mrs. Kathleen Gill. The meeting also includes superintendent's comments and opportunities for public comment.

• Presentation and possible action on Exhibit G – Curriculum and Professional Development Consulting Services – Mrs. Kathleen Gill

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

This is a policy committee-of-the-whole meeting for the Allentown City School District. The agenda includes only standard procedural items such as meeting opening, superintendent's comments, requests to address the board, old and new business, and adjournment. No specific policy proposals or action items are listed for discussion or decision.

• No specific items; agenda is procedural

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole met on Oct. 7, 2021. The committee heard Acting Superintendent Jennifer Ramos’s comments. It reviewed a Maxim Healthcare addendum (Exhibit A) and a paper bid memo (Exhibit B) presented by Business Manager Harry Aristakesian. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn.

• Review of Maxim Healthcare Addendum (Exhibit A)
• Review of Paper Bid Memo (Exhibit B)
• Superintendent’s comments by Jennifer Ramos

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Building Committee-of-the-Whole will consider approval of a Phase I Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement with McClure Company. The committee will also vote on PA Co-Stars state contracts for playground equipment installation at Jefferson and Muhlenberg elementary schools, and discuss a licensing agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank and Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley. Superintendent's comments and public comment periods are also on the agenda.

• Approval of Phase I Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement with McClure Company
• Approval of PA Co-Stars state contract for playground equipment and installation at Jefferson Elementary School
• Approval of PA Co-Stars state contract for playground equipment and installation at Muhlenberg Elementary School
• Approval of licensing agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank and Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley pending solicitor review

Regular Board Meeting

The Allentown School Board will vote on a collective bargaining agreement with the Allentown Federation of Paraprofessionals for 2021-2024 and an Act 93 compensation plan for administrators. The board will also decide on policy updates for student rights, surveys, food allergy management, and diabetes management. Other actions include purchasing IXL for middle school tier 2 support, LAS Links licenses for English learners, and contracts with the Donovan Group and Catapult Learning. Building projects include playground equipment at Lehigh Parkway Elementary and boiler retubing at William Allen High School.

• Collective bargaining agreement with Allentown Federation of Paraprofessionals (2021-2024)
• Act 93 Compensation and Fringe Benefits Plan
• Policy #235 - Student Rights and Responsibilities
• Approval to purchase IXL for Middle School Tier 2 Instructional Support
• Approval of PA Co-Stars State Contract for playground equipment at Lehigh Parkway Elementary School

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

This is a policy committee-of-the-whole meeting of the Allentown City School District Board. The agenda includes only procedural items: meeting opening, superintendent comments, public comment periods, old and new business (with no specific items listed), and adjournment. No rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are scheduled for discussion or action.

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Education Committee will open the meeting, review the agenda, and hear comments from Acting Superintendent Jennifer Ramos. Committee members will consider requests to address the board, discuss any old and new business, and then adjourn.

• Meeting opening and agenda review
• Superintendent's comments
• Requests to address the board – agenda items
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

Special Board Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Allentown School District Board. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, pledge, and public comment. The board will take action on the Board of Directors' Report and the Personnel Report.

• Action on Board of Directors' Report (Item 4.1)
• Action on Personnel Report (Item 5.1)
• Public comment opportunity for agenda items (3 minutes per patron)

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Building Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and vote on three action items: a PA Co-Stars state contract for playground equipment and installation at Lehigh Parkway Elementary School, a PA Co-Stars state contract for boiler re-tubing at William Allen High School Phys-Ed Building, and a lease agreement between the district and Lehigh Valley Children's Center, Inc. & Community Services for Children, Inc. The meeting also includes superintendent's comments and public comment periods.

• Approval of PA Co-Stars state contract for playground equipment and installation at Lehigh Parkway Elementary School
• Approval of PA Co-Stars state contract for boiler re-tubing at William Allen High School Phys-Ed Building
• Approval of lease agreement between Allentown School District and Lehigh Valley Children's Center, Inc. & Community Services for Children, Inc.

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on several items: replacement of network switches and controllers, a Sunlife Letter of Direction regarding financial instruments, and approval of a district bus driver list. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• 4.1 Exhibit A – Network Switch Replacement (presentation, discussion, action)
• 4.2 Exhibit B – Network Controller Replacement (action)
• 4.3 Exhibit C – Sunlife Letter of Direction (action)
• 4.4 Exhibit D – Approved District Bus Driver List (action)

Special Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown Special Education Committee-of-the-Whole will open the meeting, hear comments from Acting Superintendent Jennifer M. Ramos, consider requests to address the board on agenda and non‑agenda items, review old and new business, and vote to adjourn. No specific actions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

Regular Board Meeting

The board will consider resolutions declaring an emergency under PA School Code Section 520.1 and supporting PA school funding litigation. They will also vote on Policy #140 regarding charter schools, approve numerous contracts (including software licenses, health center, and consulting), and act on finance and building items.

• Resolution to declare an emergency pursuant to Section 520.1 of the Pennsylvania School Code
• Resolution supporting PA School Funding Litigation for Fair Funding
• Policy #140 - Charter Schools (renewal and procedures)
• Valley Health Partners Community Health Center at Sheridan agreement
• Donations to Union Terrace Elementary School

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on several items, including stipulations of counsel for properties at 777 W. Walnut Street and 701 W. Hamilton Street, contracts with Microsoft, a district procurement card policy, and J. Birney Crum Stadium commissions. Public comment periods are scheduled for both agenda and non-agenda items. The meeting is procedural but includes actionable items.

• Stipulation of counsel for 777 W. Walnut Street parking deck
• Stipulation of counsel for 701 W. Hamilton Street hotel units 3, 6, and 9
• Action on 526 W. Hamilton Street – Tacos & Tequila
• Microsoft Premier Support Services and Enrollments for Education Solutions (EES)
• District Procurement Card policy discussion

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

This meeting of the Allentown City School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole is largely procedural, with no specific policy actions or substantive items listed on the agenda. The agenda includes a meeting opening, superintendent's comments, opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, and old/new business sections that are empty. The meeting concludes with a motion to adjourn.

• No substantive policy items, rezonings, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda.

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Building Committee will consider two action items: approving a real estate consulting services agreement with J. Harbaugh Advisory, L.L.C., and authorizing partnerships with Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley and Second Harvest Food Bank for a food pantry. The committee may also hear public comment and receive superintendent comments. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of real estate consulting services agreement with J. Harbaugh Advisory, L.L.C.
• Approval to engage Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley and Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania for a food pantry
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
• Superintendent's comments (information only)

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Education Committee will discuss and consider action on a series of exhibits, including Targeted Support and Improvement plans, contracts for Zoom and Kami licenses, and other educational service agreements. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and a request to address the Board on agenda items. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

• Exhibit A – 21‑22 Targeted Support and Improvement School Improvement Plans
• Exhibit B – K12 Insight "Let's Talk" contract
• Exhibit D – Zoom Education Pro license purchase
• Exhibit G – Dreambox Learning Elementary renewal
• Exhibit H – LCCC Dual Enrollment agreement

Regular Board Meeting

The Allentown School District Board will hold a regular meeting with action items including approval of minutes, personnel reports, and finance items. Key decisions involve renewing digital subscriptions to Journeys and Go Math for elementary schools, purchasing HMH materials for grades 6-8 and grade 6, approving 2021-2022 J. Birney Crum Stadium commissions and concession wages, accepting General Fund depositories, and authorizing budget transfers for audit preparation. The board will also accept a donation for Raub Middle School and receive updates from various commissions and the library.

• Renew digital access to Journeys and Go Math for elementary schools
• Purchase HMH Journeys and Go Math digital and print materials for grades 6-8 and grade 6
• Approve 2021-2022 J. Birney Crum Stadium commissions and concession wages
• Accept General Fund depositories for 2021-2022 school year
• Authorize budget transfers and debt service payments, and accept a donation for Raub Middle School

Special Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will consider and discuss the final budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 and a resolution on the Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.

• Presentation, discussion, and action on Exhibit A – Final Budget for FY 2021-2022
• Discussion and action on Exhibit B – Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion Resolution
• Superintendent comments by Dr. Marilyn Martínez
• Public comment opportunities for agenda and non-agenda items
• Motion to adjourn

Special Board Meeting

The Allentown City School District Board will hold a special meeting to act on the final budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and a Homestead/Farmstead Resolution. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment.

• Final Budget for FY 2021-2022 (Exhibit A) – action item
• Homestead/Farmstead Resolution (Exhibit B) – action item
• Public comment permitted on agenda items (3 minutes per speaker)
• Finance Agenda presented for discussion

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown School District Board will vote on new policies for weapons (Policy #218.1) and gangs (Policy #218.3), as well as numerous contracts including device purchases, software renewals, insurance, and student program agreements. The board will also receive information updates from various commissions and committees.

• Policy #218.1 - Weapons (action item)
• Policy #218.3 - Gangs (action item)
• Exhibit D - Building Level Device Purchases (action item)
• Exhibit F & G - Discovery Education Streaming and Tech Books Renewal (action items)
• Exhibit D - 2021-2022 Workers Compensation Insurance Renewal (action item)

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Building Committee-of-the-Whole will consider approving an agreement with Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects for a new middle school and awarding a contract for steam boiler re-tubing at South Mountain Middle School. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.

• Approval of Breslin Ridyard Fadero Architects Agreement for new middle school
• Approval of PA Co-Stars State Contract for steam boiler re-tubing at South Mountain Middle School
• Public comment on agenda items and non-agenda items

Special Board Meeting

The Allentown City School District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting on June 10, 2021. The only action item is approval of Renaissance STAR Assessments, STAR Professional Development, and Project Management. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and remarks.

• Action item: Renaissance STAR Assessments, STAR Professional Development, and Project Management (Exhibit A)

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on numerous vendor renewals, insurance programs, software services, and a budget resolution. Items include renewals for Tom Josiah, Zelenkofske Axelrod, Maxim Healthcare, Lehigh Valley Children's Center, Oakmont Tennis Club, workers compensation insurance, vision benefits, and technology services. The committee will also review the Child Nutrition Services operating budget and a Homestead Farmstead resolution. This meeting precedes a full board meeting and includes public comment periods.

• Exhibit A: Tom Josiah Renewal
• Exhibit D: 2021-2022 Workers Compensation Insurance Renewal
• Exhibit G: Renewal of Services - Maxim Healthcare
• Exhibit L: Homestead Farmstead Resolution
• Exhibit M: CNS Operating Budget

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly take action on 15 items, including a new career program, student handbook updates, data-sharing agreements, device purchases, and renewals of educational software contracts. The meeting includes presentations from administrators on each agenda item.

• Exhibit A - Career Program
• Exhibit D - Building Level Device Purchases
• Exhibit F & G - Discovery Education streaming and tech book renewals
• Exhibit K - 2021-2023 Sapphire Student Information System renewal
• Exhibit L - Renaissance STAR assessments renewal

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Policy Committee will review and consider action on two policies: Policy #218.1 on weapons and Policy #218.3 on gangs. The meeting includes superintendent comments and time for public comment on agenda items.

• Policy #218.1 - Weapons (discussion, presentation, action requested)
• Policy #218.3 - Gangs (discussion, presentation, action requested)
• Superintendent's comments by Dr. Marilyn Martínez
• Request to Address the Board on agenda items
• Motion to adjourn

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown School District Board will consider and possibly approve the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year, policy updates including sexual harassment for students and employees, and a recommendation to graduate students from Allen HS, Dieruff HS, and Building 21. The board will also discuss building projects: a construction management agreement with A.H. Butz, engaging McClure Co. for energy performance contracting, and developing contracts for a health center and childcare at Hays Elementary. Various reports on finance, personnel, and enrollment will be presented.

• Proposed budget (Exhibit A) for 2021-22
• Policy updates: #212 Reporting Student Progress, #215 Promotion and Retention, #239 Foreign Exchange Students, #248 Sexual Harassment - Students, #348 Sexual Harassment - Employees
• Recommendation to approve 2021 graduates from Allen HS, Dieruff HS, Building 21
• Approval to engage A.H. Butz Construction Management Services Agreement addendum
• Approval to engage Valley Health Partners for school-based health center at Hays Elementary

Special Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole meets virtually to discuss and review the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget. Superintendent Dr. Marilyn Martínez will give comments, and public comment periods are scheduled for agenda and non-agenda items. The meeting includes a presentation by Deputy Superintendent Jen Ramos and Business Manager Harry Aristakesian on Exhibit A - Proposed Budget. No old or new business is listed.

• Presentation and discussion of Exhibit A - Proposed FY 2021-2022 Budget
• Superintendent's comments by Dr. Marilyn Martínez
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 pandemic

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Policy Committee met virtually on May 13, 2021 to discuss and consider several policy proposals. Items include a draft policy on reporting student progress, a draft on promotion and retention, a draft on foreign exchange students, and drafts addressing sexual harassment for students and employees. The committee will present, discuss, and potentially act on each proposal.

• Policy #212 – Reporting Students Progress (draft)
• Policy #215 – Promotion and Retention (draft)
• Policy #239 – Foreign Exchange Students (draft)
• Policy #248 – Sexual Harassment Students (draft)
• Policy #348 – Sexual Harassment Employees (draft)

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will meet virtually on May 13, 2021 to discuss two main items: purchasing Chromebook cases and a Flexible Instructional Day Plan. The meeting will also include superintendent comments and public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Discussion on Exhibit A - Chromebook Cases
• Discussion on Exhibit B - Flexible Instructional Day Plan
• Superintendent's Comments by Dr. Marilyn Martínez
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will hold a virtual meeting on May 13, 2021. The agenda includes superintendent comments and three exhibits: an audit report dated June 30, 2020, a TRAN memorandum, and an E‑Plus‑Airwatch MDM solution. The committee will discuss and consider actions on each exhibit before adjourning.

• Exhibit A – Audit Report (June 30, 2020)
• Exhibit B – TRAN Memo
• Exhibit C – E‑Plus‑Airwatch MDM Solution
• Superintendent Dr. Marilyn Martínez’s comments
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting Agenda

The Building Committee-of-the-Whole will consider approving an addendum to the A.H. Butz Construction Management Services Agreement for 2021-22 and authorizing engagement of McClure Company for energy performance contracting. Also on the agenda are discussions of a Health Services memo and a Childcare RFP memo. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approval of A.H. Butz Construction Management Services Agreement Addendum for 2021-22
• Permission to engage McClure Company for Energy Performance Contracting Services
• Health Services Memo discussion
• Childcare RFP Memo discussion

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown City School District Board will discuss and take action on several consent agenda items, including the adoption of a district-wide feasibility study update and a board governance consulting proposal. The meeting also includes updates from committees, policy reports, and financial matters. No major public hearings or rezonings are on the agenda.

• Adoption of District Wide Feasibility Study Update
• Board Governance Consulting Proposal to Synergistic Solutions
• Policy #203 - Immunizations and Communicable Diseases
• Policy #251 - Homeless Students
• City of Allentown-ASD Internship Summer 2021

Special Board Meeting

This is a special virtual meeting of the Allentown City School District Board of School Directors. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items: call to order, roll call, pledge, moment of silence, remarks, and public comment. No decisions, proposals, or financial actions are listed for discussion or vote.

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will hold a virtual meeting to discuss four draft policies: Immunizations and Communicable Diseases (Policy #203), Assignment Within District (Policy #206), Withdrawal From School (Policy #208), and a new policy on Homeless Students (Policy #251). No action is scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of Policy #203 - Immunizations and Communicable Diseases
• Discussion of Policy #206 - Assignment Within District
• Discussion of Policy #208 - Withdrawal From School
• Discussion of new Policy #251 - Homeless Students
• Virtual meeting format due to COVID-19 pandemic

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on eight items, including PSSA/Keystone testing, a summer internship program with the City of Allentown, a facilities plan for Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21, a special education screening assessment, headphones for elementary and special education students, Waterford Upstart summer programming, graduation plans, and the 2021-2022 district calendar. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Exhibit A: Discussion of PSSA & Keystone testing for spring 2021
• Exhibit B: Proposed MOU for ASD internships with the City of Allentown summer 2021
• Exhibit C: Action on CLIU #21 facilities plan recommendation
• Exhibit G: Action on graduation plans for 2021
• Exhibit H: Discussion of the 2021-2022 district calendar

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown City School District Board of Directors will meet on March 25, 2021 at 7:00 PM. The board will consider a resolution to suspend the uniform policy due to COVID-19 and discuss amendments to student enrollment policies. Action items include a contract amendment with First Student, data sharing agreements, and various finance approvals.

• Resolution to suspend uniform policy and dress code due to COVID-19 (Exhibit A to Board Report)
• First Student MOU for March 2021 contract amendment on transportation
• Policy amendments: Enrollment of Students (#200), Admission of Students (#201), Eligibility of Non-Resident Students (#202)
• Consent agenda items: TCC Data Sharing, Freedom School MOU, LAS Links
• Network switch replacement and telephone system hardware support renewal purchases

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

This virtual meeting of the Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on several technology and financial items, including a network switch replacement, Veritas enterprise vault software, telephone system hardware support renewal, and memoranda regarding PLGIT bank accounts and an Allentown Escrow account. Public comment is available. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Discussion of Network Switch Replacement
• Discussion of Veritas Enterprise Vault
• Discussion of Telephone System Hardware Support Renewal
• Memorandum on PLGIT Bank Accounts
• Memorandum on Allentown Escrow Account

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School Board's Policy Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss three policies related to student enrollment, admission of beginners and kindergarten students, and eligibility of non-resident students. The meeting is for discussion and information only, with no action items expected.

• Discussion of Policy #200 - Enrollment of Students
• Discussion of Policy #201 - Admission of Beginners and Kindergarten Students
• Discussion of Policy #202 - Eligibility of Non-Resident Students

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting Agenda

The Building Committee‑of‑the‑Whole will discuss whether to hire a property valuation service as outlined in Exhibit A. The committee will also review and potentially approve the award of a contract to Harrison‑Morton Roof Coating as described in Exhibit B. The meeting will be held virtually due to the COVID‑19 pandemic.

• Permission to hire property valuation services (Exhibit A)
• Review and award of contract to Harrison‑Morton Roof Coating (Exhibit B)

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and consider action on several items including a data-sharing agreement (TCC Data Sharing), a Freedom School memorandum of understanding, the Las Links assessment, and a Community Schools Expansion Project. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19. Public comment rules are posted on the district website.

• Discussion of TCC Data Sharing agreement
• Discussion of Freedom School MOU
• Action and discussion on Las Links assessment
• Action and discussion on Community Schools Expansion Project

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown City School District Board will review several award bids, including the bid for structural repairs to the William Allen High School parking garage, fire equipment services, pest control services, and refuse and recycling removal services. The meeting also includes informational updates from local commissions, approval of the previous meeting minutes, and discussion of February budget transfers. Additional reports cover policy, superintendent updates, personnel, finance, and building matters.

• Award bid for William Allen High School Parking Garage Structural Repairs (Exhibit A)
• Award bid for Fire Equipment Services (Exhibit B)
• Award bid for Pest Control Services (Exhibit C)
• Award bid for Refuse and Recycling Removal Services (Exhibit D)
• February Budget Transfers (Finance Report Exhibit A)

Special Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

This is a special finance committee-of-the-whole meeting held virtually due to COVID-19. The agenda includes superintendent's comments, a presentation/discussion/action request (no details provided), public comment on non-agenda items, old business, and a motion to adjourn. No specific financial items, proposals, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.

• Superintendent Thomas Parker to provide comments
• Presentation / Discussion / Action Requested (no subject specified)
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• Old business review
• Motion to adjourn

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will hold a virtual meeting to discuss three informational items: a CLIU #21 project update, PFM financial projections, and the LCTI 2020-2021 budget. No votes are scheduled; a motion to adjourn is the only action item.

• Discussion of Exhibit A - CLIU #21 Project Update
• Discussion of Exhibit B - PFM Projections
• Discussion of Exhibit C - LCTI 2020-2021 Budget
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 pandemic

Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Board of School Directors Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet virtually on February 11, 2021. The committee will discuss and receive information on Policy #226 regarding searches. No action is requested on this item.

• Discussion of Policy #226 - Searches

Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting Agenda

The Allentown City School District Building Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting virtually to discuss and take action on several facilities and maintenance contracts, including structural repairs to the William Allen High School parking garage, fire equipment services, pest control, and refuse/recycling removal. The meeting also includes a procedural overview and adjournment.

• Action on William Allen HS parking garage structural repairs
• Discussion of fire equipment services contract
• Discussion of pest control services contract
• Discussion of refuse and recycling removal services contract

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a hybrid instructional model for professional development and technology, a school-based mental health partnership, and a program of studies for 2021-2022. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Exhibit E - Hybrid Instructional Model Professional Development and associated support agreements
• Exhibit F - Hybrid Instructional Model Technology Package with quotes from CDWG, Monoprice, and others
• Exhibit A - School Based Mental Health Partnership presented by Director of Student Services
• Exhibit B - Allentown Public Library Data Sharing
• Exhibit D - Program of Studies 2021-2022

Special Board Meeting

The Allentown School District Board of School Directors will hold a special virtual meeting to discuss items from the Superintendent's agenda, including a professional development service agreement with Education Elements and a Hybrid Instructional Model Technology Package. The meeting includes procedural items, remarks, and public comment on agenda items. No votes are scheduled; the board appears to be reviewing these items as a committee of the whole.

• Professional Development Service Agreement with Education Elements (Exhibit A)
• Hybrid Instructional Model Technology Package Memo with quotes from CDWG, Monoprice, Uline, Grainger, and Graybar (Exhibit B)
• Public comment allowed on agenda items

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

The Allentown School District Board will hold a regular meeting on January 28, 2021, with a consent agenda covering multiple action items. The board will vote on resolutions such as the Act 1 Opt Out Resolution, which could affect property tax limitations, as well as budgets for the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit and Lehigh Carbon Community College. Other action items include an Apple device purchase, Project 10 Million internet access agreements, and a stop arm camera system. The meeting also includes reports from the superintendent, treasurer, and various committees.

• Act 1 Opt Out Resolution (Exhibit C of Finance Report) regarding property tax index exemption
• Apple device purchase for nonpublic schools (Exhibit A of Superintendent's Report)
• Project 10 Million internet access agreements (Exhibit B of Superintendent's Report)
• 2021-2022 Lehigh Carbon Community College budget (Exhibit B of Finance Report)
• Stop arm camera system for school buses (Exhibit D of Finance Report)

Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 budget, the Lehigh Carbon Community College 2021-2022 budget, an Act 1 opt-out resolution related to property tax limits, and a proposal for stop-arm camera systems on school buses. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Exhibit A – CLIU #21 Budget (discussion/action)
• Exhibit B – Lehigh Carbon Community College Budget 2021-2022 (discussion/action)
• Exhibit C – Act 1 Opt Out Resolution (discussion/action)
• Exhibit D – Stop Arm Camera Systems (discussion/action)

Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting

The Allentown School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will hold a virtual meeting on January 14, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on several items. These include a $10 million T-Mobile internet access project, non-public Apple device purchases, web cameras and speakers, and plans for reopening schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Discussion of non-public Apple device purchases
• Discussion of T-Mobile $10 million internet access project (Project 10 Million)
• Discussion and possible action on purchase of web cameras and speakers
• Discussion and possible action on opening of schools
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items