Colonial School District, DE

Board Business Meeting

The Board will vote on personnel changes, extracurricular contracts, and several board policies. The meeting includes approval of September 2026 financial reports and the 2026-2029 K-12 School Counseling Plan.

• Educational services contract with SOLIANT for technicians at rates from $52.00 to $65.00 per hour
• Contract with Red Rover for job applications and new-hire onboarding
• Approval of the Chapter 339 K-12 School Counseling Plan 2026-29
• Five out-of-state student trips to Florida, Virginia, and Italy at no cost to the District
• Policy reviews for Academic Standards (#102), Evaluation of Employees (#313), and Family and Medical Leaves (#335)

The Board approved the Chapter 339 K-12 School Counseling Plan for 2026-2029 and a contract with Red Rover for onboarding and job applications. Other actions included approving September 2026 financial reports, personnel reports, and five out-of-state student trips.

• Approved Chapter 339 K-12 School Counseling Plan 2026-29 (9-0)
• Approved contract with Red Rover for job applications and onboarding (9-0)
• Approved September 2026 financial reports and Treasurer's Report (9-0)
• Approved October 2026 personnel report and extracurricular contracts (9-0)
• Approved five out-of-state overnight athletic/activity trips (9-0)
• Approved contracted bus drivers per Oct 13 memo (9-0)
• Approved a Settlement and Release Agreement (9-0)
• Approved board policy reviews on first and second reads (9-0)

Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting

The Curriculum Committee will meet to discuss several new business items including the CSD K-12 339 Plan and a writing pilot update. The body will also review the text selection process and Securly Home. Additionally, the committee will consider a request for a teacher to attend a conference in Florida.

• CSD K-12 339 Plan (Guidance)
• Writing Pilot Update
• Text Selection Process Review
• Securly Home Update
• Conference request for PWHS teacher Devin Carosi to attend IB conference in St. Pete, Florida

The committee approved the 2026–2029 K–12 Chapter 339 Comprehensive School Counseling Plan for submission to the state. Additionally, the committee advanced a second-grade field trip to the Camden Aquarium and a teacher conference request to the full Board of School Directors for final approval. The meeting also included updates on a K–3 writing pilot, text selection policies, and the Securly Home monitoring app.

• Approved K–12 Chapter 339 Comprehensive School Counseling Plan (2026–2029)
• Advanced Ridge Park second-grade field trip request to full board
• Advanced teacher conference request for Devin Carosi to full board

Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings

The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet to discuss several student-related topics. The agenda includes reviews of community relations and health communications.

• Revisions to Policy 249 regarding Bullying/Cyberbullying
• Student involvement in MCIU initiatives
• Community Relations updates
• Measles communications

The committee reviewed proposed revisions to Policy 249 regarding AI-generated media and cyberbullying. Members also discussed communication sent to families regarding measles vaccination and potential school absences.

Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting

The Colonial School District's Facilities Management & Transportation Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at Colonial Elementary School, 230 Flourtown Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA. The agenda lists three discussion items: a feasibility study, an update on a police chiefs meeting, and a traffic signal easement. No votes, contracts, dollar amounts, or formal actions are listed; the meeting is set for discussion and public comment. The agenda does not include supporting detail on any of the three items.

• Discussion of a feasibility study (no details or scope given in the agenda)
• Update on a police chiefs meeting
• Discussion of a traffic signal easement
• Public comment periods on the agenda and general public comment
• Meeting held at Colonial Elementary School, 230 Flourtown Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA

The committee reviewed plans for a comprehensive feasibility study of district assets and infrastructure. Members discussed traffic safety at Colonial Middle School and the status of a traffic light easement at Colonial Drive and Flourtown Road. No formal votes were taken.

HR Committee Meeting

The Colonial School District HR Committee meets on October 5, 2026, at Colonial Elementary School. The agenda includes an introduction to Red Rover, a hiring and onboarding portal, by Ms. Techtmann, and a review of Policy #335, with first reading planned for October 15, 2026, and second reading and adoption on November 19, 2026. Public comment is scheduled both on the agenda and generally. No voting or final decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Introduction of Red Rover, a hiring and onboarding portal, by Ms. Techtmann
• Review of Policy #335, with first reading set for October 15, 2026
• Second reading and adoption of Policy #335 planned for November 19, 2026
• Public comment on the agenda and general public comment

The Colonial School District Human Resources Committee met on October 5, 2026, to discuss an upcoming transition to Red Rover for job applications and onboarding, and reviewed Policy 335 regarding Family and Medical Leave ahead of its scheduled readings. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Received update on transition from PowerSchool to Red Rover software for hiring and onboarding
• Reviewed Policy 335 on Family and Medical Leave prior to scheduled board readings

Finance Committee Meeting

The Colonial School District Finance Committee meets on October 5, 2026, immediately after a Special Meeting at Colonial Elementary School in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Mr. Digian will discuss the timeline for developing the 2027-2028 budget, which runs through a required final budget approval on June 7, 2027. He will also present a comparison of the District's September 2026 and September 2025 financial activity, highlighting year-over-year changes in revenues and expenditures. The agenda includes public comment on agenda items and a general public comment period; no votes or action items are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion of the 2027-2028 budget timeline, with budget documents distributed to departments on October 12, 2026
• Possible November 19, 2026 school board action on a resolution to opt out of the Act I Index, if applicable
• Scheduled approval of the 2027-2028 proposed final budget on April 16, 2027
• Required approval of the 2027-2028 final budget on June 7, 2027
• Budget update comparing September 2026 and September 2025 revenues and expenditures

The committee received informational updates regarding the 2026-2027 budget and the development timeline for the 2027-2028 school year. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Board Business Meeting

The Colonial School District Board is holding its September 17, 2026 business meeting. The board will vote on a series of financial and operational items, including approving August 2026 financial reports, the treasurer's report, and the superintendent's personnel report. Major new business includes refinancing outstanding bonds, applying for a state infrastructure grant, accepting a playground grant, and approving several educational services and transportation contracts for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Approve $1,198,660 Lakeside School service agreement (15 educational slots, counselors, specialists)
• Authorize refinancing of Series 2020 and 2022 General Obligation Bonds with Series 2026 bonds
• Apply for $673,500 state grant for HVAC replacement at Colonial Elementary School (total cost $860,000)
• Accept $84,015 CSDEF grant for Conshohocken Elementary playground replacement
• Approve educational services contracts with Overbrook School, New Hope Academy, Melmark, and Fairwold Academy

Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting

The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will meet to discuss new business items including summer programming, induction, professional learning, technology in schools, AP College Board points of pride, K-5 assessment communication, K-3 math night invitation, conference requests, and a board policy review. The committee will review Policy #102 on Academic Standards, with a first reading planned for September 17 and a second reading and adoption on October 15. Two conference requests are listed for approval.

• Conference request: PWHS College Counselor Beth Lynch to attend NACAC in Minneapolis, MN, 10/6-10/9/2026
• Conference request: PWHS Foreign Language teacher Rich Madel to attend ACTFL Convention in San Antonio, TX, 11/20-11/22/2026
• Policy #102 Academic Standards review with 1st reading on 9/17/2026 and 2nd reading/adoption on 10/15/2026
• Discussion of summer programming, induction, professional learning, technology in schools
• Discussion of AP College Board points of pride, K-5 assessment communication, K-3 math night invitation

Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings

The Colonial School District's Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committees will meet to discuss several items, including recognizing student leaders, calendar updates, and revisions to the bullying policy based on Act 20 of 2026. The meeting includes public comment periods. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Recognition of PWHS student leaders who supported Freshmen Orientation
• Calendar updates (PR)
• Bullying Policy and Procedures updates based on Act 20 of 2026

The committee held a meeting to recognize student leaders from Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and discuss updates to district communications and bullying policies. No formal votes were taken during the session, as the items were limited to presentations and discussions.

• Recognized PWHS student leaders for supporting freshmen orientation
• Discussed increased demand for the annual district activities calendar
• Reviewed upcoming bullying policy updates required by Act 20 of 2026

Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting

The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss several operational updates. Topics include a feasibility study, a traffic signal easement, and a fundraiser for the CE playground.

• Summer Work Update
• Feasibility Study discussion
• Traffic Signal Easement discussion
• CE Playground Fundraiser approval discussion
• Transportation Update

The committee received updates on completed summer maintenance, a proposed district-wide facilities feasibility study, and the status of a traffic light easement. The board was asked to approve an $85,000 donation for a new playground at Conshohocken Elementary School.

• Proposed acceptance of $85,000 donation for Conshohocken Elementary playground (outcome not recorded)

HR Committee Meeting

The committee will review the 2026-27 school year hiring and new employee data. Members will also discuss Board Policy #313 with plans for future readings and adoption.

• Review of 2026-27 School Year Hiring
• Review of Board Policy #313

The committee received an update on the filling of 42 positions for the 2026-27 school year. Proposed updates to Board Policy 313 regarding employee evaluations were reviewed for future board readings.

• Reviewed proposed updates to Board Policy 313 (Evaluation of Employees)

Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will review information regarding the 2027-2028 Act 1 Index and the 2026-2027 budget. Mr. Digian will present budget comparisons for August 2025. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Public School Facility Improvement Grant.

• Act 1 Index for 2027-2028 set at 3.60%
• 2026-2027 budget comparisons for August 2025
• Public School Facility Improvement Grant discussion

The committee voted to proceed with a grant application for new HVAC at Colonial Elementary. The project has a total cost of $860,000, with the grant covering 75% and the district providing a 25% match from the capital reserve.

• Voted to move forward with Public School Infrastructure Improvement Grant application for HVAC at Colonial Elementary

Board Business Meeting

The Board will review June and July 2026 financial reports and approve various educational service contracts. The meeting also includes discussions on staffing agreements, food service vendors, and the 2027-2028 school calendar.

• Approval of June/July 2026 financial, bond, and tax reports
• Educational contracts including $136,116.00 for The Nexus School and $258,335.00 for Martin Luther School
• Approval of food service vendor recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year
• Staffing agreement for three Master’s Level Counselors at $259,500.00
• Proposed 2027-2028 school start date of August 30, 2027

The Colonial School District Board of Education approved the 2027-2028 school calendar, setting August 30, 2027, as the first day of school. The Board also approved various operational items, including food service vendor recommendations, staffing agreements, educational service contracts, and two settlement and release agreements.

• Approved 2027-2028 school calendar (7-0)
• Approved food service vendor recommendations (7-0)
• Approved educational service contracts (7-0)
• Approved two settlement and release agreements (7-0)
• Approved staffing agreements for 2026-2027 (7-0)
• Approved personnel report and extra duty contracts (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved assessment appeal settlement stipulations (7-0)
• Approved two out-of-state/overnight athletic trips (7-0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss refinancing the Series 2020 and Series 2022 General Obligation Bonds to reduce interest expenses. Administration is seeking committee approval to proceed with the refinancing process.

• Proposed refinancing of Series 2020 and Series 2022 General Obligation Bonds
• Discussion of Public School Infrastructure Improvement Grant

The committee approved moving forward with the refinancing of Series 2020 and Series 2022 General Obligation Bonds. It also voted to proceed with the process of applying for the Pennsylvania Public School Facility Improvement Grant.

• Approved request to move forward with refinancing Series 2020 and Series 2022 General Obligation Bonds
• Approved moving forward with the Pennsylvania Public School Facility Improvement Grant process

Board Business Meeting

The Colonial School District Board approved the 2026-2027 final budget and related tax rates. The budget totals $168,847,053, and the real estate tax rate increased by 3.50% to 27.422 mills.

• Adoption of 2026-2027 Final Budget ($168,847,053)
• Real estate tax rate increase to 27.422 mills
• Central Montco Technical High School budget approved ($11,945,525)
• Approval of 2026-2027 tax rates and billing dates
• Approval of 2026-2027 MCIU Special Education Cost Plan

The Colonial School District Board approved the 2026-2027 final budget of $168,847,053, which includes a real estate tax rate of 27.422 mills, a 3.50% increase. The board also approved the Central Montco Technical High School operating budget, tax rates, and several other administrative items, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

• Adopted 2026-27 final budget of $168,847,053 with 3.50% tax increase (7-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 Central Montco Technical High School operating budget (7-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 tax rates, fees, and billing dates (7-0)
• Approved MCIU special education cost plan of $1,347,837.06 (7-0)
• Approved bids for art supplies, general school supplies, and paper products (7-0)
• Approved Wonderspring rental rates for before/after-school and summer camp programs (7-0)
• Approved transfer of CES renovation surplus to fund Plymouth Elementary roofing project (7-0)
• Approved cabinet and CASEA administrator compensation plans effective July 1, 2026-June 30, 2030 (7-0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss using surplus funds from the completed Colonial Elementary School project to partially fund a Plymouth Elementary roof replacement. The estimated surplus as of May 31, 2026 is $50,536, and the administration recommends allocating that full amount to the roof project. The committee will also receive a budget update for 2025-2026 through May 2026. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; the items are for discussion and information only.

• Proposed use of $50,536 surplus from Colonial Elementary School project for Plymouth Elementary roof (partial payment)
• 2025-2026 budget comparison through May 2026 to be presented by Mr. Digian
• Estimated surplus balance of $0 after proposed allocation

The Finance & Audit Committee approved allocating approximately $50,536 in surplus funds from the completed Colonial Elementary School project toward the Plymouth Elementary School roof project as a partial payment, reducing the remaining balance to $0. The committee also reviewed the 2025-2026 budget update through May 2026, noting expenditures in special education and other areas. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Approved allocation of ~$50,536 surplus from Colonial Elementary School project to Plymouth Elementary School roof project (unanimous)

Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting

The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will hear a summer cleaning and projects update and discuss a security update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and discussion-only.

• Summer cleaning and projects update (information item)
• Security update (discussion item)

The Facilities Management/Transportation Committee met and received informational updates only. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made. The committee discussed summer cleaning procedures and a security update, including an active shooter drill and the district's beta use of ZeroEyes AI technology.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at this meeting

HR Committee Meeting

The HR Committee will meet to discuss human resources staffing. The agenda consists primarily of an information item regarding staffing updates.

• Human Resources Staffing Update

The HR Committee received a staffing update from Director Colleen Techtmann covering retirements, resignations, vacancies, recruitment, and student teacher placements. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken

Board Business Meeting

The Colonial School District Board will vote on accepting $4,758,664.23 in state property tax relief for the 2026-2027 school year and setting a maximum homestead/farmstead tax reduction of $467.57. The board also will elect a treasurer, approve a real estate tax installment payment plan, and act on routine items including financial reports, minutes, and personnel changes.

• Accept $4,758,664.23 in property tax relief under Special Session Act 1 of 2006, with $17,051 exclusion per homestead to yield $467.57 max reduction
• Elect Mark Digian as Board Treasurer for a one-year term starting July 1, 2026
• Approve Real Estate Tax Installment Payment Plan with three equal installments due Aug 15, Sep 30, Oct 31; 2% discount period July 1-Aug 31
• Appoint Beth Patruno as PSBA voting delegate for the 2026 Delegate Assembly
• Approve April 2026 financial reports and treasurer's report

The Colonial School District Board approved accepting $4,758,664.23 in state property tax relief for 2026-2027, setting a maximum tax reduction of $467.57 per eligible homestead or farmstead. The board also ratified a five-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 384, appointed McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC as solicitor, and approved numerous financial reports and educational service contracts. All motions passed unanimously with seven members voting in favor.

• Approved $4,758,664.23 property tax relief with $467.57 max reduction (7-0)
• Ratified Teamsters Local Union No. 384 agreement for 2026-2031 (7-0)
• Appointed McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC as solicitor for 2026-27 (7-0)
• Approved April 2026 financial reports and treasurer's report (7-0)
• Approved educational services contracts for 2026-27, including Vanguard School tuition (7-0)
• Approved real estate tax installment payment plan (7-0)
• Approved settlement and release agreement (7-0)
• Approved summer personnel hiring authority for superintendent (7-0)

Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting

The Curriculum Committee of the Board will hear presentations and updates on four new business items: Conference Showcase 2025-2026, AP Business with Personal Finance, Educational Technology in Our Schools, and an Art Show Reminder. Public comment will be taken on agenda items before and after new business. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion-only session.

• Conference Showcase 2025-2026 update
• AP Business with Personal Finance course update
• Educational Technology in Our Schools presentation (1,904 KB file attached)
• Art Show reminder and planning

The Curriculum Committee of the Colonial School District Board met on May 11, 2026, and received updates on professional conference takeaways, the AP Business with Personal Finance course, and educational technology use. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with staff presentations and public comments. The committee heard that the AP Business course will run in two sections next year and that the district is updating it to align with Pennsylvania's personal finance requirements.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2026-2027 budget, which projects a deficit to be covered by a proposed tax increase of 3.50% (0.927 mills). The committee will review the budget update and the final proposed budget, which was approved by the School Board on April 16, 2026.

• Review of 2026-2027 budget update
• Discussion of 3.50% tax increase (0.927 mills)
• Review of 2025-2026 budget comparison
• Public comment on agenda
• Review of 2026-2027 Final Proposed Budget

The Finance Committee reviewed the Proposed Final Budget for 2026-2027, which projects a $3.897 million deficit and recommends a 3.50% real estate tax increase (0.927 mills) to a proposed rate of 27.422 mills. The budget is available for public inspection, with final adoption scheduled for the June 8, 2026 Board Meeting. The committee also received an update on the 2025-2026 budget, noting increased special education costs and other expenditures. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Reviewed 2026-2027 Proposed Final Budget with recommended 3.50% tax increase (0.927 mills) to 27.422 mills
• Noted 2025-2026 budget update through April 2026, including special education cost overruns
• Scheduled final budget adoption for June 8, 2026 Board Meeting

Board Business Meeting

The Colonial School District Board of School Directors approved the proposed final budget for 2026-2027, totaling $168,847,053 with a real estate tax increase of 0.927 mills (3.50%). The board also approved several new business items including assessment appeal settlements, an educational services agreement with Bucks County Intermediate Unit, and a staffing agreement addendum with GHR Healthcare for substitute services. Additionally, the board ratified minutes, financial reports, the treasurer's report, and a personnel report.

• Adopted proposed final budget 2026-2027: $168,847,053, tax rate 27.422 mills (increase of 0.927 mills)
• Approved stipulations to settle assessment appeals for Parcel #65-00-09967-30-9 and Parcel #49-00-09247-00-1
• Approved educational services agreement with Bucks County Intermediate Unit for as-needed services
• Approved staffing agreement addendum with GHR Healthcare LLC for substitute nursing and instructional aide services effective July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
• Approved March 2026 financial reports and treasurer's report

The Colonial School District Board approved the 2026-2027 Proposed Final Budget totaling $168,847,053, a 3.59% increase over the prior year, including a real estate tax increase to 27.422 mills. The board also approved several other items, including assessment appeal settlements, an educational services agreement, and a staffing agreement addendum. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved 2026-2027 Proposed Final Budget of $168,847,053 (7-0)
• Approved assessment appeal settlements for two properties (7-0)
• Approved educational services agreement with Bucks County Intermediate Unit (7-0)
• Approved staffing agreement addendum with GHR Healthcare LLC (7-0)
• Approved STS Agreement addendum rate classification change (7-0)
• Approved Board Policy #907 School Visitors revisions on second read (7-0)
• Approved out-of-state student trips to Morgan State University (7-0)
• Appointed Tomas Santiago as MCIU Board representative (7-0)

Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings

The Colonial School District’s Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet to discuss follow-ups with student club representatives, a new conflict resolution room program at CMS and PWHS, and updates to the bullying policy and procedures. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

• EIB – Student Club Representatives Follow-Up
• Resolve Room Program at CMS & PWHS
• Bullying Policy and Procedures

The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committees met on April 13, 2026, and heard updates from student affinity clubs, the Resolve Room program, and bullying policies. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; all items were discussion only

Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting

The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to discuss several new business items. The agenda includes updates on artificial intelligence and the curriculum cycle, as well as a discussion on writing, structured literacy, and legislation.

• Artificial Intelligence Update
• Curriculum Cycle Update
• Writing, Structured Literacy, & Legislation

The Curriculum Committee received updates on the district's AI Roadmap, including pilot programs for MagicSchool and Brisk, with a final tool selection expected by May/June 2026. Staff also reviewed the curriculum cycle, structured literacy mandates under Pennsylvania Acts 135 and 47, and a K-3 writing pilot scheduled for October 2026. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with public comments on Chromebook use and screen time.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational
• AI tool final determination deferred to May/June 2026
• K-3 Writing Pilot scheduled for October 2026-January 2027
• Cursive handwriting instruction may move to second grade next year

HR Committee Meeting

The HR Committee will meet to discuss information items regarding employee benefits. The session includes a presentation on transitioning supplemental plans from Aflac to Symetra and a review of the New Year, New Steps Wellness Incentive.

• Transition from Aflac to Symetra for Supplemental Plans
• Review of New Year, New Steps Wellness Incentive

Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting

The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to review information regarding the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also hold a discussion concerning a Master Library update.

• 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Master Library Update

The Facilities Management/Transportation Committee reviewed the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for Years 2-5, noting that no new projects were added but existing ones were shifted or deferred. The elevator project was moved up to Year 3, and a grant application was submitted for potential funding. The committee also received an update on facility rentals, reporting 10,392 approved requests out of 12,616. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Reviewed 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for Years 2-5 (no vote)
• Noted elevator project moved to Year 3 (no vote)
• Submitted grant application for elevator project (no vote)
• Received facility rental update: 10,392 of 12,616 requests approved (no vote)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing the Proposed Final Budget for 2026-2027, which projects a $3,896,839 deficit. The committee is discussing a proposed tax increase of 3.50% (.927 mills) to fund this deficit. The body is also reviewing existing taxation rates and fees for the upcoming year.

• Proposed 2026-2027 budget with a ($3,896,839) million deficit
• Proposed tax increase of 3.50% (.927 mills) for a new rate of 27.422
• Real Estate Tax Certification Fee of $25 per property
• Act 511 Earned Income Tax Rate of 1%
• Real Estate Transfer Tax Rate of 1%

The Finance Committee approved the Final Proposed Budget for 2026-2027, which includes a 3.50% tax increase (0.927 mills, new rate 27.422) to cover a projected $3,896,839 deficit. The budget will be presented at the April 16, 2026 School Board Meeting for public review. The committee also discussed taxation rates, fees, and billing dates, noting no changes from the prior year, and received an update on the 2025-2026 budget, which remains in line with expectations.

• Approved 2026-2027 Final Proposed Budget with 3.50% tax increase (0.927 mills, new rate 27.422)
• Recommended Final Proposed Budget for April 16, 2026 School Board Meeting agenda

Board Business Meeting

The Colonial School District Board of School Directors met to approve February 2026 financial reports and personnel changes. The board decided to continue two tax-related incentive programs for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Continuation of the School Property Tax-Rent Rebate program for senior citizens at 75% of the PA Program's base rebate
• Continuation of the Act 91 Tax Credit Program providing up to $500 for active volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel
• Approval of February 2026 financial reports, including the Bond Fund and Capital Reserve Fund
• Approval of the March 2026 personnel report and extracurricular contracts
• Recognition of Ridge Park Elementary School Chorus and PWHS National Merit Scholarship Program Finalists

Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting

The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to discuss updates to K-3 math resources and schedule changes for CMS for the 2026-27 period. The body will also review technology and instruction and consider specific conference requests for staff.

• Math Resource Update K-3
• CMS Schedule Changes 26-27
• Technology & Instruction discussion
• Conference request for Brooke Carpenter (PSLA Conference, Altoona, PA)
• Conference request for Jared Kubanoff (Building Thinking Classrooms, New Haven, CT)

Special Meeting

The Colonial School District Board approved the designation of authorized representatives to apply for the Public School Infrastructure Grant Program. The board also approved a personnel report and extracurricular contracts.

• Grant application for Colonial Elementary School roof replacement: $5,000,000
• Grant application for Plymouth Whitemarsh High School roof replacement: $4,230,000
• Grant application for Whitemarsh Elementary School roof replacement: $2,600,000
• Grant application for Ridge Park Elementary School roof replacement: $2,500,000
• Grant application for Plymouth Whitemarsh High School elevator: $2,000,000