Allentown City School District public meetings in 2025
54 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will consider several finance actions including a contract addendum with DaVinci Science Center, modular classrooms for Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy, gym floor refinishing at Trexler Middle School, and PlanCon Part D for a new K-8 school. The board will also vote on new policies regarding confidential communications with students, threat assessment, HIV infection, attendance, tobacco/vaping, and sick leave, among others. A resolution honoring Joseph Kovacs will be considered.
- Addendum with DaVinci Science Center
- Modular classrooms at Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy
- Gym floor refinishing at Trexler Middle School
- PlanCon Part D for new K-8 school
- New policies on confidential communications, threat assessment, HIV infection, attendance, tobacco/vaping, and sick leave
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss performance management attendance dashboards and a Course Mojo pilot demonstration. The committee will also consider a services agreement with Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, with attached board memo and agreement form. Public comment is invited on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Discussion: Performance Management – Attendance Dashboards
- Discussion: Course Mojo Pilot Demonstration
- Exhibit A – Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley services agreement (board memo and agreement form attached)
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
- Motion to adjourn
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will present, discuss, and request action on nine different district policies. These items cover student conduct, health, and personnel administration.
- Policy 207: Confidential Communications with Students
- Policy 236.1: Threat Assessment
- Policy 318: Attendance and Tardiness
- Policy 323: Tobacco and Vaping Products
- Policy 334: Sick Leave
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on several capital projects, including modular classrooms for Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy, gym floor refinishing at Trexler Middle School, and Act 34 for a new K-8 school. Presentations on Bridgeview Academy additions and renovations and a Microsoft item are also scheduled. The meeting includes public comment periods and superintendent remarks.
- Exhibit A: Modular classrooms for Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy
- Exhibit B: Gym floors refinishing at Trexler Middle School
- Exhibit C: Act 34 for a new K-8 school
- Exhibit D: Bridgeview Academy additions and renovations presentation by KCBA Architects
- Exhibit E: Microsoft (unspecified item)
Reorganization Meeting
This is a procedural reorganization meeting where the Allentown City School Board will elect a temporary president, seat newly elected members, nominate and elect a president and vice president, and make committee appointments. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.
- Nomination and election of a temporary president
- Seating of newly elected board members
- Nomination and election of board president and vice president
- Authorization to use a signature stamp until a new one is received
- Committee appointments to be made
Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Building Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss and take action on several facility projects. Items include Dieruff Practice Field upgrades, construction bids for the Family Engagement and Resource Center, and an Agreement of Sale. The committee will also hear from the superintendent and take public comments on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Dieruff Practice Field Upgrades (Exhibit A)
- Family Engagement and Resource Center construction bids – General Contractor (Exhibit B)
- Albarell – likely a contractor bid (Exhibit C)
- JBM Plumbing and JBM Mechanical bids (Exhibits D and E)
- Agreement of Sale (Exhibit F)
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole is meeting to discuss two tax assessment cases (1604-1734 S. 4th St. and 3101 Hamilton Blvd.) and proposed engagements with Wisler Pearlstine LLP and Hazel Health. These items are listed for presentation, discussion, or action. No decisions have been finalized on the agenda.
- Tax assessment discussion for property at 1604-1734 S. 4th St.
- Tax assessment discussion for property at 3101 Hamilton Blvd.
- Presentation/discussion of Wisler Pearlstine LLP (likely legal services)
- Presentation/discussion of Hazel Health (likely student health services)
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss and potentially take action on five proposed policies. Items include electronic meeting attendance, student services, emergency preparedness, public attendance at school events, and municipal government relations. The meeting also includes public comment periods and superintendent remarks.
- Policy 006.1 - Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communications
- Policy 146 - Student Services
- Policy 805 - Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Policy 904 - Public Attendance at School Events
- Policy 909 - Municipal Government Relations
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on two items: selecting a site for 2026 commencement exercises for Allen, Dieruff, and Bridgeview Academy, and considering a partnership with the National Education Opportunity Network (NEON). The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public address opportunities.
- Exhibit A - Site for 2026 Commencement Exercises (Allen, Dieruff, Bridgeview Academy)
- Exhibit B - National Education Opportunity Network partnership with agreement file attached
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will provide comments
- Public address periods for agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will consider multiple policy revisions (006.1, 146, 805, 904, 909), building projects including Dieruff practice field upgrades and Family Engagement Center construction bids, and tax assessment appeals for two properties. The board will also act on personnel items, a 2026 commencement site, and a partnership with the National Education Opportunity Network. Public comment is allowed on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Policy revisions on electronic attendance, student services, emergency preparedness, public attendance at events, and municipal government relations
- Dieruff Practice Field Upgrades (Exhibit A) and Family Engagement Center construction bids (Exhibit B)
- Tax assessment appeals for 1604-1734 S. 4th St. and 3101 Hamilton Blvd.
- Agreement with Hazel Health (Exhibit D) and donation from First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union
- Selection of site for 2026 commencement exercises for Allen, Dieruff, and Bridgeview Academy
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and may act on the proposed Budget Calendar for FY 2026-2027 and an Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution that would allow the district to raise taxes above the state index. The meeting also includes public comment periods and superintendent remarks.
- Presentation and possible action on Exhibit A – Budget Calendar FY 2026-2027
- Discussion and possible action on Exhibit B – Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution for 2026-2027 tax index
- Public comment period on agenda items and non-agenda items
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to present, discuss, or take action on five specific district policies. These items focus on student discipline, safety, and rights.
- Policy 216.1 - Supplemental Discipline Records
- Policy 218.1 - Weapons
- Policy 218.2 - Terroristic Threats
- Policy 219 - Student Complaint Process
- Policy 234 - Pregnant/Parenting/Married Students
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly take action on multiple partnership agreements and program updates. Items include a proposed affiliation agreement with Lehigh Carbon Community College, a sole-source contract for Unique Learning Systems (Everway), and a Millersville University affiliation agreement. Also up for discussion: the elementary school art show collaboration with Allentown Art Museum, the GEAR-UP action plan and budget for 2025-2026, Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley services, and the purchase of book vending machines.
- Proposed affiliation agreement with Lehigh Carbon Community College
- Sole-source contract for Unique Learning Systems (Everway)
- Millersville University affiliation agreement
- GEAR-UP action plan and budget for 2025-2026
- Purchase of book vending machines
Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
This Building Committee-of-the-Whole meeting will discuss a new K-8 school project under Pennsylvania's Act 34, a memorandum of understanding with East Stroudsburg University for the Upward Bound program, and on-call construction management services from SitelogiQ. The agenda also includes superintendent remarks, public comment periods, and procedural items.
- Discussion of Exhibit A – Act 34 for a new K-8 school
- Consideration of Exhibit B – MOU with East Stroudsburg University for Upward Bound program
- Review of Exhibit C – On Call Construction Management Services from SitelogiQ
- Superintendent's comments by Dr. Carol D. Birks
- Requests to address the board on agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will vote on a new K-8 school project under Act 34, consider updated policies on weapons and terroristic threats, and decide on a tax opt-out resolution for the 2026-2027 school year. Board members will also review affiliation agreements with Lehigh Carbon Community College and Millersville University, and discuss student behavior and attendance data.
- Act 34 – proposed new K-8 school
- Policy 218.1 – Weapons (update)
- Policy 218.2 – Terroristic Threats (update)
- Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution for 2026-2027 tax index
- Lehigh Carbon Community College affiliation agreement
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly take action on tax assessments for two parcels on Union Blvd and one on W. Hamilton, an AI camera proposal, and a lease for St. Francis. The meeting also includes superintendent's comments and public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.
- Tax assessment for 1601-1643 Union Blvd
- Tax assessment for 2001-2009 Union Blvd
- Tax assessment for 612-618 W. Hamilton
- AI camera proposal (Exhibit D)
- Lease for St. Francis (Exhibit E)
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss and potentially recommend updates to five policies: Student Expression/Dissemination of Materials, Tobacco and Vaping Products, Student Rights and Responsibilities, Surveys, and Disposal of Surplus Property/Supplies. No votes are scheduled; the committee will forward recommendations to the full board.
- Policy 220 – Student Expression/Dissemination of Materials
- Policy 222 – Tobacco and Vaping Products
- Policy 235 – Student Rights and Responsibilities
- Policy 235.1 – Surveys
- Policy 706.1 – Disposal of Surplus Property/Supplies
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on three items: the School Improvement Plan, a proposed Memorandum of Understanding with St. Luke's University Health Network for community health navigation services, and a renewal of the Smart Futures career readiness program. No dollar amounts or specific votes are stated in the agenda.
- Exhibit A – School Improvement Plan review and possible action
- Exhibit B – St. Luke's Community Health Navigation MOU (Memorandum of Understanding)
- Exhibit C – Smart Futures Renewal (career readiness program, invoice attached)
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will deliver comments
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will vote on several action items, including a memorandum of understanding with St. Luke's for community health navigation, a purchase of AI cameras, tax assessments on three properties, and a lease for St. Francis. Policy revisions on student expression, tobacco/vaping, student rights, surveys, and surplus property are also up for adoption. The meeting includes information updates from city commissions and student representatives.
- Consideration of MOU with St. Luke's Community Health Navigation (Exhibit B)
- Tax assessments for properties at 1601-1643 Union Blvd, 2001-2009 Union Blvd, and 612-618 W. Hamilton
- Purchase of AI camera system (Exhibit D)
- Lease for St. Francis (Exhibit E)
- Policy revisions on student expression (220), tobacco/vaping (222), student rights (235), surveys (235.1), and surplus property (706.1)
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will hold a regular meeting on August 21, 2025, to discuss and act on multiple items. Key actions include approval of minutes, personnel, and finance reports, as well as policy updates on hazing, wellness, and student assistance. A presentation and discussion of the new K-8 school design development drawings and associated costs is also scheduled.
- Discussion of new K-8 school design development drawings and costs (Item 12.2)
- Policy updates: Policies 231 (Social Events/Class Trips), 236 (Student Assistance), 246 (School Wellness), 247 (Hazing) (Items 7.2-7.5)
- Contract for Imagine Learning K-5 digital curriculum renewal (Exhibit A, Item 9.2)
- Tax assessments for 515 Business Park and 442 W. Union Street (Exhibits C & D, Items 11.4-11.5)
- Local audit for 2023-2024 and designation of depositories (Exhibits A & B, Items 11.2-11.3)
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will consider two action items: a renewal contract with Imagine Learning for K-5 digital curriculum (Exhibit A) and non-public equitable-services agreements with Intermediate Unit 21 (Exhibit B). The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods. No other substantive business is listed.
- Exhibit A: Imagine Learning K-5 digital curriculum provider renewal, with price quote attached
- Exhibit B: Non-public contracts with Intermediate Unit 21 for equitable services in 2025-26
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will provide comments
- Public comment periods for agenda items and non-agenda items
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on revisions to four policies: Social Events and Class Trips, Student Assistance Program, School Wellness, and Hazing. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.
- Policy 231 - Social Events and Class Trips
- Policy 236 - Student Assistance Program
- Policy 246 - School Wellness
- Policy 247 - Hazing
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Finance Committee will meet to discuss several exhibits for presentation and action. Key items include the 2023-2024 local audit and specific property tax assessments.
- Local Audit 2023-2024
- 2025-2026 Depositories
- Tax Assessment for 515 Business Park
- Tax Assessment for 442 W. Union Street
- Contracts for The Language Experts for Translation & Interpretation, Singer Walk-in Freezer, and STA Drivers
Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Building Committee will discuss and take action on design development drawings for a new K-8 school, including associated costs. The committee will also consider a makerspace furniture purchase for Bridgeview Academy. Both items are listed under 'Action Required'.
- Presentation of design development drawings for a new K-8 school by Breslin Architects and SitelogiQ (Exhibit A, discussion)
- Approval of K-8 school design development (Exhibit B, action required)
- Makerspace furniture purchase for Bridgeview Academy for Health, Science, Innovation, and Technology (Exhibit A, action required)
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will discuss and potentially approve several policy updates, including new policies on artificial intelligence (Policy 815.1) and graduation (Policy 217), as well as a partnership with Valley Health Partners Community Vision Center. The board will also consider a digital learning program proposal from Pearson, Project Aware funding, and tax assessment settlements. The meeting includes informational updates from committees and public comment periods.
- Discussion of Policy 815.1 – Use of Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Memorandum of Understanding with Valley Health Partners Community Vision Center
- Digital Learning Program proposal with Pearson pricing proposal
- Project Aware funding for mental health
- Tax assessment settlement for 1014 Sumner Avenue
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Education Committee will review a community vision center, digital learning programs, and a code of conduct for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also includes presentations on Project Aware funding, math curriculum resources, and a partnership with The Juilliard School.
- Presentation on Valley Health Partners Community Vision Center
- Discussion of Digital Learning Program with Pearson
- Review of 2025-2026 Code of Conduct
- Presentation on Project Aware Funding 2025
- Review of enVision K-5 Math curriculum materials
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss two proposed policies: one on the use of artificial intelligence in education (Policy 815.1) and another on suicide awareness, prevention, and response (Policy 819). No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for presentation and discussion only.
- Policy 815.1 – Use of Artificial Intelligence in Education (discussion)
- Policy 819 – Suicide Awareness, Prevention & Response (discussion)
- Public comment period for agenda items and non-agenda items
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will consider tax assessment settlements for three properties (1014 Sumner Avenue, 140 N. 7th Street, West Liberty Street) and a vendor agreement with Pocono Mountain Dairies. Also up for discussion is a Memorandum of Understanding with Hampton University for a program. No final decisions are made at this committee level; recommendations may be forwarded to the full board.
- Tax assessment settlement for 1014 Sumner Avenue
- Tax assessment settlement for 140 N. 7th Street
- Tax assessment settlement for West Liberty Street
- Vendor agreement with Pocono Mountain Dairies
- Memorandum of Understanding with Hampton University for a program
Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Building Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss and take action regarding the selection of an architect for the Bridgeview Academy of Health, Science, Innovation & Technology. The meeting also includes comments from Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks.
- Architect selection for Bridgeview Academy of Health, Science, Innovation & Technology
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to present, discuss, and request action on five district policies. These items focus on student academic tracking, promotion, and volunteer guidelines.
- Policy 212 - Reporting Student Progress
- Policy 214 - Class Rank
- Policy 215 - Promotion and Retention
- Policy 217 - Graduation
- Policy 916 - Volunteers
Building Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Building Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially take action on three agenda items: Exhibit A (Metro Design Center), Exhibit B (Center Stage Lighting and Rigging), and Exhibit C (JBC Stadium). No additional details about these items are provided in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025.
- Exhibit A - Metro Design Center (presentation, discussion, action required)
- Exhibit B - Center Stage Lighting and Rigging (presentation, discussion, action required)
- Exhibit C - JBC Stadium (presentation, discussion, action required)
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will vote on renewing the Roberto Clemente Charter School for five years (2025-2030) and consider multiple curriculum and contract approvals. Items include renewals for PowerSchool Curriculum & Instruction, Total School Solutions, and several curricular resource recommendations for health, Spanish, financial literacy, and English language development. The board will also receive updates from various committees and student representatives.
- Exhibit A: Resolution for renewal of Roberto Clemente Charter School for five years (2025-2030)
- Exhibit A (Superintendent): Renewal of PowerSchool Curriculum & Instruction
- Exhibit B: Total School Solutions contract
- Exhibits E-H: Curricular resource recommendations for health, Spanish, personal financial literacy, and English language development (grades 6-12)
- Exhibit Q: Bridgeview Academy theme-based high school transition plan and purchases
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on 19 items, including contract renewals, curriculum resource recommendations, and partnership agreements for the 2025-2026 school year. Items range from software renewals (PowerSchool, Lexia) to new programs (eSports at Dieruff High School) and community partnerships (United Way, St. Luke's). No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.
- Renewal of PowerSchool Curriculum & Instruction software
- Community Schools Services agreement with United Way and St. Luke's
- Curricular resource recommendations for health education, Spanish, and personal financial literacy
- Bridgeview Academy theme-based high school transition plan and purchases
- eSports program for Dieruff High School
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly act on several exhibits including a transfer of fund balance to the capital reserve, continuation of Sapphire software for the 2025/2026 school year, and vendor agreements. The agenda also covers the tax collection committee, homestead-farmstead matters, and partnerships with PHS, LANTA, and others. No dollar amounts or specific recommendations are provided in the agenda text.
- Transfer of Fund Balance to Capital Reserve (Exhibit J)
- Continuation of Sapphire K12 software for 2025/2026 school year (Exhibit K)
- Tax Collection Committee update (Exhibit C)
- Homestead-Farmstead property tax relief discussion (Exhibit B)
- Cowen Partners search firm contract (Exhibit I)
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will hear a budget presentation for the upcoming fiscal year, review financial projections from PFM, and consider annual approval of the district's insurance program. The committee will also discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Allentown Police Department. Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will deliver opening comments. No formal action items are listed beyond adjournment.
- Budget presentation (Exhibit A) for upcoming fiscal year
- PFM financial projections for 2025-26 (Exhibit B)
- Annual approval of insurance program (Exhibit C)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Allentown Police Department (Exhibit D)
- Superintendent's comments by Dr. Carol D. Birks
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items: reconfiguration of the Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy for 2025-2026, a recommendation for naming a theme-based high school, a lease agreement with Valley Health Partners at Hays, and multiple contracts including social work internships with universities, a Penn State dual enrollment agreement, and an extension of the EdforTech Alliance for virtual learning.
- 2025-2026 reconfiguration of Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy
- Theme-based high school naming recommendation
- Lease agreement with Valley Health Partners at Hays
- Social work internship agreements with seven universities
- Penn State dual enrollment agreement for 2025-2026
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District board will vote on a reconfiguration of the Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy, a theme-based high school naming recommendation, and a lease agreement with Valley Health Partners for a community health center at Hays. The board will also consider policy updates on gifts and crowdfunding, approve a budget presentation, and review student behavior and attendance data. Public comment is allowed on both agenda and non-agenda items.
- Reconfiguration of Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy for 2025-2026
- Theme-based high school naming recommendation
- Lease agreement with Valley Health Partners for community health center at Hays
- Policy 702 (Gifts, Grants, Donations) and Policy 702.1 (Crowdfunding) updates
- Annual approval of insurance program and budget presentation
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly take action on three policies: Policy 702 on gifts, grants, and donations; Policy 702.1 on crowdfunding; and Policy 807 on opening exercises, moment of silence, and flag displays. The meeting includes superintendent comments, public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items, and standard procedural items.
- Discussion of Policy 702 - Gifts, Grants, Donations
- Discussion of Policy 702.1 - Crowdfunding
- Discussion of Policy 807 - Opening Exercises/Moment of Silence/Flag Displays
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks is scheduled to provide comments
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will consider approving the 2025-2026 academic calendar, several memoranda of understanding (MOUs) for summer scholar rates for paraprofessionals and security professionals, and policy revisions including electronic signatures and professional boundaries. The board will also review agreements with health partners such as St. Luke's University Health Network and Valley Health Partners, and take action on personnel and finance items including softball scoreboard purchases and a ParentSquare contract.
- Approval of 2025-2026 ASD Calendar (Exhibit G)
- MOUs for Paraprofessional Summer Scholar Rate 2025 and Security Professionals Summer Scholar Rate 2025
- Policy 824 – Maintaining Professional Adult/Student Boundaries
- MOU with St. Luke's University Health Network for 2025-2026 academic year
- Finance items: softball scoreboard purchases (Exhibits C & D) and ParentSquare communications contract
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss and potentially take action on three specific district policies. The meeting includes comments from Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks and opportunities for public address.
- Policy 800.1 - Electronic Signatures/Records
- Policy 802 - School Organization
- Policy 824 - Maintaining Professional Adult/Student Boundaries
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss the district's budget (Exhibit A) and tax assessment (Exhibit B). They will also review proposals for a softball scoreboard (Exhibits C and D), communications services from SMJ Communications (Exhibit E), and a ParentSquare platform (Exhibit F). The meeting includes superintendent comments and public comment periods, but no action items are listed beyond adjournment.
- Budget discussion - Exhibit A
- Tax assessment discussion - Exhibit B
- Softball scoreboard proposals - Exhibits C and D
- SMJ Communications proposal - Exhibit E
- ParentSquare platform proposal - Exhibit F
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially vote on multiple partnership agreements and program proposals. Items include a memorandum of understanding with Smile Dental, a Career Academy agreement with St. Luke's University Health Network for 2025-2026, a summer learning program for community partners, a facilities plan with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21, AVID membership and professional learning for middle schools, a partnership with Valley Health Partners Community Health Center, international student travel for 2026, and a summer AI Institute with DeSales University. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.
- MOU with Smile Dental for dental services
- St. Luke's University Health Network Career Academy agreement for 2025-2026
- Lighting the Way summer learning program partnerships with community organizations
- DeSales University/Allentown School District Summer AI Institute 2025
- International student travel program for 2026
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will vote on the Finance Agenda, which includes capital projects such as the Dieruff parking lot, Ritter loading dock, and Raub water line replacement, along with a DeSales Strategic Partnership. The board will also consider policy revisions on school security personnel, bus drivers, and AED/CPR, and act on the Superintendent's Report including the District Comprehensive Plan and internship agreements with Kutztown and Lehigh universities.
- Finance Agenda: DeSales Strategic Partnership Agreement
- Exhibit B: Dieruff Parking Lot project
- Exhibit C: Ritter Loading Dock project
- Exhibit D: Raub Water Line Replacement
- Policy 805.2 - School Security Personnel
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee will meet to review and possibly act on four policies: automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and CPR, school security personnel, school bus driver qualifications, and school vehicle driver qualifications. No decisions are final; the agenda indicates these items are for presentation, discussion, or action. The meeting opens with procedural remarks and includes time for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Policy 822: Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Policy 805.2: School Security Personnel
- Policy 810.1: School Bus Drivers and School Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers
- Policy 810.3: School Vehicle Drivers
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Finance Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed 2025-2026 budget (Exhibit A) and a presentation from PFM on financial management. Other items include a strategic partnership agreement with DeSales University, projects at Dieruff High School parking lot, Ritter Elementary loading dock, Raub water line replacement, and purchases of Chromebook carts and Google Workspaces. The committee may take action on these items.
- Discussion of 2025-2026 budget (Exhibit A)
- DeSales Strategic Partnership Agreement (Exhibit C)
- Dieruff Parking Lot project (Exhibit D)
- Raub Water Line Replacement (Exhibit F)
- Chromebook Carts purchase (Exhibit G)
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and possibly act on three items: the District Comprehensive Plan (Exhibit A) and two internship agreements with Kutztown University and Lehigh University for school counselors. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods. No dollar amounts are mentioned in the agenda.
- Discussion and possible action on Exhibit A - District Comprehensive Plan
- Exhibit B - 2025-2026 Internship Agreement for School Counselors with Kutztown University
- Exhibit C - 2025-2026 Internship Agreement for School Counselors with Lehigh University
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will provide comments
- Public comment periods for both agenda and non-agenda items
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District Board will hold a regular meeting to take action on minutes, policies, personnel, and finance items, including approval of proposed budgets for Lehigh Carbon Community College, Lehigh Carbon Technical Institute, and Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit. The board will also consider an agreement of sale for improved land, a construction management firm, and renewal of the Olweus Bullying Prevention subscription.
- Policy 309 (Assignment and Transfer) and Policy 830.1 (Data Governance - Storage/Security) up for approval
- Renewal of Olweus Bullying Prevention Programming subscription through Hazelden Publishing
- 2025-2026 dual enrollment agreements with Kutztown University, Lehigh Carbon Community College, and Penn State University (Lehigh Valley)
- Partnership with Junior Achievement of Southeastern Pennsylvania for Finance Park and Career Symposium
- Agreement of Sale for Improved Land (Exhibit E) and selection of a Construction Management Firm (Exhibit F)
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown School District Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss two policies: Policy 309 on Assignment and Transfer, and Policy 830.1 on Data Governance - Storage/Security. The agenda also includes superintendent's comments and public comment periods. No action items are specified beyond a motion to adjourn.
- Policy 309 - Assignment and Transfer (discussion/discussion)
- Policy 830.1 - Data Governance - Storage/Security (discussion)
- Superintendent Dr. Carol D. Birks will deliver comments
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
- Motion to adjourn
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss the district budget, tax assessments, and budgets for LCCC, LCTI, and CLIU. The committee will also review a city center land purchase and various service contracts.
- City Center Land Purchase (Exhibit F)
- Budget discussion and Tax Assessment (Exhibits A and B)
- Budgets for Lehigh Carbon Community College, Lehigh Career & Technical Institute, and Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit
- Construction Management and McClure Company contracts
- Nyman Associates and Elevar contracts
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, dual enrollment agreements with Kutztown University, Lehigh Carbon Community College, and Penn State University (Lehigh Valley) for the 2025-2026 school year, and a Junior Achievement Finance Park and Career Symposium. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.
- Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (Exhibit A)
- 2025-2026 dual enrollment agreement with Kutztown University (Exhibit B)
- 2025-2026 dual enrollment agreement with Lehigh Carbon Community College (Exhibit C)
- 2025-2026 dual enrollment agreement with Penn State University Lehigh Valley (Exhibit D)
- Junior Achievement Finance Park and Career Symposium (Exhibit E)
Education Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Education Committee-of-the-Whole will discuss and potentially act on renewal of the 7 Mindsets social-emotional learning curriculum, selection of a site for the 2025 commencement exercises, a strategic data project partnership with Harvard University, and a grant for the Verizon Innovation Learning Schools program. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and public comment periods.
- Renewal of 7 Mindsets Social Emotional Learning Curriculum
- Selection of a site for 2025 Commencement Exercises
- Strategic Data Project partnership with Harvard University
- Verizon Innovation Learning Schools Grant
Finance Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Allentown City School District Finance Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to discuss the 2024-2025 budget, facility rental policies, and a property assessment settlement. The committee will also hear from the superintendent and take public comment. Action items include a motion to adjourn.
- Presentation on facility rental (Exhibit A)
- Discussion of the 2024-2025 budget (Exhibit B)
- Property assessment settlement (Exhibit C)
- Superintendent's comments
- Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items
Policy Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting
The Policy Committee-of-the-Whole will meet to present, discuss, and request action on several district policies. These items cover employment, equipment, records management, and school governance.
- Policy 308 - Employment Contract/Board Resolution
- Policy 309 - Assignment and Transfer
- Policy 314 - Physical Examination
- Policy 706 - Property Records and Policy 708 - Lending of Equipment and Books
- Policy 830 - Security of Computerized Personal Information/Breach Notification
Regular Board Meeting
The Allentown School District board will vote on items including a partnership with Harvard University's Strategic Data Project, renewal of the 7 Mindsets social-emotional learning curriculum, and approval of 2025 graduation plans for Allen, Dieruff, and Building 21. The board will also consider property assessment settlements, policy revisions, and personnel actions. Information updates from various committees and student representatives are scheduled.
- Consider partnership with Harvard University Strategic Data Project (Cohort 17)
- Renewal of 7 Mindsets Social Emotional Learning Curriculum
- Approval of 2025 graduation ceremonies for Allen, Dieruff, and Building 21
- Accept Verizon Innovation Learning Schools Grant
- Property Assessment Settlement