Colonial School District public meetings in 2023
48 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 18, 2023
Special Meeting
Colonial School Board to fill vacancy by nomination and ballot
The Colonial School District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to fill a current board vacancy. The board will take nominations, close nominations, and then ballot for the nominated candidates. Public comments will be heard according to the district's protocols.
- Nominations for School Board Member Vacancy
- Close Nominations for School Board Member Vacancy
- Balloting for Nominated Candidates
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Thu Dec 7, 2023
Board Reorganization Meeting
Colonial School Board reorganizes, elects officers for 2024
The Colonial School District Board of Directors is holding its annual reorganization meeting, required by Pennsylvania law. The board will elect a temporary president, administer oaths to new members, and elect a permanent president and vice president for one-year terms. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive action being the appointment of a representative to a joint technical school committee.
- Election of temporary president to chair the meeting
- Oath of office for newly elected or re-elected board members
- Election of board president and vice president for one-year terms
- Motion to authorize continued use of existing signature plates until new ones are prepared
- Appointment of Beth Patruno as Colonial's representative to the Central Montco Technical High School Joint Operating Committee for a three-year term
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to close nominations.
15 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester Sharon Marino yea
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8 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea
7. Other Business
8 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea
Motion to appoint Beth Patruno as one of Colonial School District's representatives to the Central Montco Technical High School's Joint Operating Committee (JOC) for a three year term.
16 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Mark Marsico yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea
Tue Nov 28, 2023
Special Meeting
School board accepts resignation, approves personnel report
The Colonial School District Board held a special meeting to approve the November personnel report and accept the resignation of Dr. Jamina Clay, effective November 16, 2023. Both actions passed unanimously. The meeting also included public comment periods and standard opening and closing items.
- Approval of personnel report (November 2023)
- Acceptance of Dr. Jamina Clay's resignation effective November 16, 2023
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. New Business — Motion to approve the personnel report as presented in 3A.
7 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Dr. Jamina Clay effective November 28, 2023.
7 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Thu Nov 16, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves $73,800/year ZeroEyes AI security contract for all schools
The Colonial School District Board approved routine items including minutes, financial reports, and the treasurer's report, plus several new business actions. Key decisions included a three-year contract for ZeroEyes AI gun detection at $73,800 per year, approval of the 2022-2023 financial audit, and an Act 1 opt-out resolution capping any real estate tax increase at 5.30% for 2024-2025. The board also approved assessment appeal settlements, a fall production budget, policy updates, and confidential student-related agreements.
- Approved ZeroEyes AI gun detection contract: $73,800/year for 3 years, installed in every school
- Approved 2022-2023 financial audit and submission of PDE-2057 Annual Financial Report
- Approved Act 1 opt-out resolution: no real estate tax increase above 5.30% index for 2024-2025
- Approved 11 assessment appeal settlements by parcel number
- Approved policy #328 (second read) and policies #146, #236 (first read)
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 4B through 4G.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for October 2023.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
7. Public Comments on the Agenda — Motion to approve the October 2023 Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
9. Student Representatives' Report — Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to accept and approve the audit report for the 2022-2023 fiscal year as presented and approval to submit the PDE-2057, Annual Financial Report (AFR) to PDE.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the attached resolution to opt out of the Act 1 timeline by certifying that the District will not raise the real estate tax rate in excess of the 2024-2025 Act 1 Index of 5.30%…
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the Assessment Appeals listed by parcel number below.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve ZeroEyes Artificial Intelligence to be installed in every school with a three year contract for $73,800 per year.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the proposed budget for the PWHS Colonial Players 2023 Fall production of "Puffs" and to authorize the payment specified compensation as submitted in the budget.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve board policy #328 Compensation Plans/Salary Schedules on a second read basis as presented.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a first read basis.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the conference request for PWHS College Counselor Beth Lynch to attend the Rowan University Counselor Day, in Glassboro, New Jersey on November 15, 2023. This request was reviewed…
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve a settlement and release agreement. Due to student confidentiality, this agreement was discussed in executive session.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
11. Solicitor's Report — Motion to approve the stipulation agreement for student #19900 as presented and reviewed in Executive Session.
6 yea
Cathy Peduzzi yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Mon Nov 13, 2023
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
School committee to review survey results and policies
The Colonial School District's Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committees will meet to discuss the Psychological Sense of School Membership (PSSM) survey results, review two board policies (Policy 146 on Student Services and Policy 236 on the Student Assistance Program), and consider a website app update. The meeting is primarily for discussion, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Discussion of 2023 PSSM survey results (Cycle I)
- Review of Policy 146 - Student Services
- Review of Policy 236 - Student Assistance Program
- Update on CSD Website App
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Mon Nov 13, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review annual achievement data and school improvement plans
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss several curriculum-related items, including an annual achievement and growth check-in, school improvement planning for Colonial Middle School and Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, the PWHS Program of Studies (including AP World History and virtual programming), and conference requests. The meeting includes public comment periods on agenda items and general public comment.
- Annual Achievement & Growth Check-in
- School Improvement Planning for Colonial Middle School and Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
- PWHS Program of Studies, including AP World History and Virtual Programming
- Conference request for PWHS College Counselor Beth Lynch to attend Rowan University Counselor Day on Nov 15, 2023
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Thu Nov 2, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Committee discusses 2024-2025 budget development and audit results
The Finance Committee will review the 2022-2023 audit process and the 2023-2024 budget comparison. Members will also discuss the 2024-2025 budget development and a recommendation to opt out of the Act 1 budget timeline.
- Review of 2022-2023 Financial Audit by BBD audit principal Michael Mood
- Presentation of 2023-2024 budget comparison as of October 31, 2023
- Discussion of opting out of the Act 1 timeline to limit tax increases to the 5.30% index
- Review of PWHS Fall Production budget for 'Puffs'
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Thu Nov 2, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
CES Renovations budget and CMS fields updates on agenda
The Colonial School District Facilities Management & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss two items: a budget update on the CES Renovations Project and an update on new fields at CMS. Both are discussion/information items, with no decisions listed. Public comment is scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.
- CES Renovations Project budget update
- CMS new fields update
- Public comment on agenda and general public comments
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Thu Oct 19, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves $21M Colonial Elementary renovation with 18 new classrooms
The Colonial School District Board approved a $21 million renovation of Colonial Elementary School to add 18 classrooms due to increased enrollment, including relocating district offices and installing air conditioning. The board also approved financial reports, the treasurer's report, personnel changes, and several other routine items. New business included approval of a bus driver incentive program and two settlement agreements discussed in executive session.
- Approved $21,000,000 not-to-exceed cost for Colonial Elementary School renovation with 18 additional classrooms
- Approved 2023-2024 bus driver incentive program: $3,400 bonus for current CDL drivers, $1,000 for non-CDL, $7,500 for new CDL drivers
- Approved board policy #328 - Compensation Plans/Salary Schedules
- Approved two settlement and release agreements (discussed in executive session)
- Approved September 2023 financial reports and treasurer's report
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🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
6. Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
7. Public Comments on the Agenda — Motion to approve the September 2023 Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve board policy #328 - Compensation Plans/Salary Schedules as presented.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve two settlement and release agreements. Due to student confidentiality, these agreements were discussed in executive session.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the list of contracted bus drivers outlined in Mr. Christopher Brown's memo to Dr. Christian dated October 19, 2023.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the 2023-2024 CDL and non-CDL driver incentive program.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve a not to exceed cost of $21,000,000 to renovate the Colonial Elementary School with 18 additional classrooms due to increased enrollment.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
11. Solicitor's Report — Motion to approve the conference requests as outlined below.
6 yea
Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Mon Oct 9, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to discuss AI in schools, best practices fair, conference requests
The Colonial School District's Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss three new business items: the use of AI in schools, an overview of a Best Practices Fair, and conference requests for staff. The committee will also take public comment on agenda items.
- Discussion of AI in Our Schools
- Best Practices Fair Overview
- Conference request: PWHS Foreign Language teacher Katherine Geare to attend PSMLA Fall Conference, Nov 3-4, 2023, Seven Springs Mountain Resort
- Conference request: Curriculum Supervisors Joseph Pacitti, Maria Wileczek, Edward Merk to attend Learning Forward's 2023 Annual Conference, Dec 3-6, 2023, Washington, DC
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Mon Oct 9, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
CES Renovations Project budget discussed at Colonial School District committee meeting
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss the budget for the CES Renovations Project. This is a discussion and information item, not a final decision. The meeting includes public comment periods.
- Discussion of CES Renovations Project budget
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Mon Oct 2, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to review budget comparison and 5.30% Act 1 tax index
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is meeting to discuss two information items: a budget comparison for September 2023-2024 versus September 2022-2023, and the Act 1 Index for the 2024-2025 school year, which is set at 5.30%. No votes or decisions are scheduled; both items are for discussion and information only.
- September budget comparison 2022-23 vs 2023-24 presented by Mr. Digian
- Act 1 Index for 2024-2025 set at 5.30% by PDE
- Act 1 index limits annual school property tax increases; exceptions or voter referendum needed to exceed it
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Mon Oct 2, 2023
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to review compensation policy and discuss fall job fair
The Colonial School District HR Committee is meeting to review Policy #328 on Compensation Plans/Salary Schedules, with plans for a first reading on October 19 and adoption in November. They will also receive information about the upcoming Fall Job Fair for support staff positions. The meeting includes public comment periods.
- Review of Policy #328 Compensation Plans/Salary Schedules, with new title and language based on PSBA policy guide
- CSD Fall Job Fair for support staff on October 26, 4-6 PM at CMS Cafeteria
- Job fair includes representatives from food services, custodial, transportation, and First Student
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Thu Sep 21, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves $213,504 in special education tuition and services
The Colonial School District Board held a business meeting on September 21, 2023, approving routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and the treasurer's report. The board also approved several new business items, including contracts for supplemental bus services, architectural services for a school renovation, and a revised school calendar.
- Approved $92,422.80 tuition for Capstone Academy and $64,500 for The Pathway School, plus ESY and 1:1 services
- Approved supplemental transportation contracts with Superior Bus Service, Wolfington Body Company, and ALC School LLC
- Approved architectural and engineering contract for Colonial Elementary School renovation to GKO Architects LLC
- Approved 2024-2025 school calendar starting August 27, 2024 (vote 7-2)
- Approved MOU with Colonial Education Association regarding Lead Elementary Facilitator positions
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve a revision to the K-12 calendar for 2023-2024 to designate August 30, 2023, August 31, 2023 and November 7, 2023 as Act 80 days.
107 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Cathy Peduzzi nay · Susan Moore nay · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino abstain · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 11, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review professional learning, summer programs, curriculum cycle, conference requests
The Colonial School District's Curriculum Committee of the Board is meeting to discuss new business items, including professional learning, summer programs, a curriculum cycle update, and conference requests. The agenda includes public comment periods but no decisions are listed; it is primarily a discussion and review session.
- Professional Learning discussion
- Summer Programs review
- Curriculum Cycle Update
- Conference Requests (attachment: 9.11.23 Conference Requests.pdf)
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Mon Sep 11, 2023
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
School committee to discuss youth survey, website, calendar, health plan
The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will hold a meeting with discussion items including the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) 2023, a website redesign update, the 2024-2025 school calendar, and the ESSR Health and Safety Plan. Public comment is scheduled on the agenda and at the end of the meeting.
- Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) 2023 discussion led by Dr. Felix Scherzinger
- Website redesign update
- 2024-2025 school calendar discussion
- ESSR Health and Safety Plan discussion
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Tue Sep 5, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss generator replacement, CES renovations, and transportation
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss several projects, including the emergency generator replacement project, CES renovations, a contract for CES renovations, summer projects, and a transportation update. The meeting is primarily for discussion and information, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Emergency Generator Replacement Project Update (RP, WE, CE, PE & CES)
- CES Renovations Project Update
- GKO Contract for CES Renovations
- Summer Projects/Maintenance PowerPoint
- Transportation Update
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Tue Sep 5, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Colonial School District sells $15M bonds at premium, funds Chromebooks
The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the results of the district's $15,000,000 bond sale, an internal lease for Chromebooks, and a budget update. The bond sale generated $15,634,243 in proceeds, with $15,396,693 deposited into the CES Bond Fund after costs. The committee will also review a $601,000 internal lease for Chromebooks for 5th and 9th graders, and a budget comparison for August 2023-2024.
- GOB 2023 bond pricing: $15,000,000 bonds sold at premium, total proceeds $15,634,243, costs $237,550, net $15,396,693 to CES Bond Fund
- Internal lease for 2023-2024 Chromebooks: $601,000 from Capital Reserve Fund, General Fund repays at 5.5% interest
- Budget update: August 2023-2024 budget comparison to August 2022-2023
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Thu Aug 24, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves $11,795 donation and 2023 bond issuance
The Colonial School District Board approved routine financial reports, personnel changes, and several contracts, including a donation for school supplies and the issuance of General Obligation Bonds. The board also authorized assessment appeals and settlements, and approved educational service contracts for special education students.
- Accepted $11,795.18 donation from The Outreachers for Conshohocken Elementary School
- Approved 2023 Borrowing Resolution authorizing General Obligation Bonds
- Approved transportation contracts including St. Joseph's Prep at $10.10/student/day
- Approved educational service contracts totaling over $500,000 for special education placements
- Approved food service vendors for 2023-2024 school year
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. Financial Reports — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 4B through 4M for June/July 2023
9 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
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36 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
1. St. Joseph's Preparatory School for the transportation of Colonial School District students at a rate of $10.10 per student per day for the 2023-2024 school year ending June 30, 2024. — Motion to…
9 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve and ratify the attached resolution authorizing the District initiated appeal of the assessed value for the properties identified as under-valued based on fiscal 2023 Transfer Tax…
9 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the stipulation to settle the assessment appeal of the properties listed below.
9 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the educational service contracts outlined below.
72 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Board President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · William Winchester yea
Thu Aug 3, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Colonial School District to issue $15M bond for elementary school renovation
The Finance Committee will receive updates on the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 budgets, and discuss the $15 million General Obligation Bond for the Colonial Elementary School renovation. The bond process is underway, with a rating call scheduled for August 7 and a board vote on the parameters resolution on August 24.
- 2022-2023 budget comparison through June 2023 (unaudited)
- 2023-2024 budget comparison through July 2023
- $15,000,000 General Obligation Bond for Colonial Elementary School renovation
- Bond rating call with Moody's scheduled for August 7, 2023
- Board vote on Parameters Resolution scheduled for August 24, 2023
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Thu Aug 3, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
School board to discuss busing contract RFP and CES renovations
The Colonial School District's Facilities Management & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the CES renovations and a new agenda item. The main action item is a request to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for transportation services, as the current contract with First Student Bus Services expires August 31, 2024. The RFP would cover a five-year term, daily route pricing, and other service details.
- CES Renovations Update (discussion)
- New Agenda Item (discussion)
- Transportation RFP: authorization to develop RFP for busing services; current contract with First Student Bus Services expires Aug 31, 2024; RFP term at least 5 years; includes daily route pricing, bus depot lease, fuel, training, insurance
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Mon Jun 12, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves $15M bond for Colonial Elementary renovation
The Colonial School District Board approved routine items including minutes, financial reports, and the treasurer's report, then took action on new business. Key decisions included authorizing a $15 million bond for the Colonial Elementary renovation, approving a $113,006.60 change order for the CMS track, and approving various contracts and fees for the 2023-24 school year.
- Approved $15,000,000 General Obligation Bond Series 2023 for Colonial Elementary Renovation Project
- Approved $113,006.60 change order to Penn Builders Construction for CMS track surface extension
- Approved GKO architects to develop plans for Colonial Elementary School renovation
- Approved Wonderspring rental rates: $44.75/day for before/after-school programs, $163.94/day for summer camp
- Approved one-year contract extension with Elite Revenue Services for real estate tax collection in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships
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🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 3B through 3D.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
4. Financial Reports — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 4B through 4M for May 2023.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
5. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve the May 2023 Treasurer's Report
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
7. Superintendent's Report — Motion to approve the personnel report, summer program appointments, and extra curricular payments outlined in 7D, 7E, and 7F.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the policies outlined below on a second read basis.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the tentative trips and academic/athletic competitions our PWHS and CMS students will participate in during the 2023-24 school year as presented. These trips are out of state or…
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve rental rates for the 2023-2024 Before and After-School Programs in all elementary schools; and 2023 Summer Camp Program at $44.75 per day and $163.94 per day respectively.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
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11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve a one year contract extension option with Elite Revenue Services for the collection of real estate tax bills in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships for the tax year 2023-24.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve a change order for Penn Builders Construction to extend the base and finished wearing synthetic surface at the CMS track to the fence line in the amount of $113,006.60. The work…
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve GKO architects to develop plans for the renovation of Colonial Elementary School (CES) with the final budget and design subject to Board approval.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to authorize the Administration to work with the financing team, composed of PFM Financial Advisors, as Financial Advisor, Saxton & Stump, as Bond Counsel, Raymond James & Associates, as…
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the subcontract for the ACCESS program for the 2023-24 school year.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the district funded pro-rated tuition of $7,480.00 for (1) student to attend Fusion Academy for the 2022-2023 school year, and the summer session in the amount of $8,400.00.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the educational services for the 2023-24 school year as outlined below.
22 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Colonial School District's Cost Plan which includes services purchased through the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. The proposed preliminary cost for the 2023-2024 school…
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the services agreement renewal for The Lincoln Center to provide three community counselors (one at CMS and two at PWHS) for the 2023-2024 school year in the amount of $249,000.00.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the contract with MCIU to provide VHS program services for the 2023-2024 school year.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Board of School Directors of the Colonial School District and Colonial Education Association regarding Prescription Plan Modifications…
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Agreement with General Healthcare Resources, Inc. to provide substitute nursing services effective July 1, 2023 as presented.
11 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Jun 5, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to weigh $15M bond for Colonial Elementary renovation
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2022-2023 budget and discuss financing for the Colonial Elementary School renovation project. The committee will consider authorizing a $15,000,000 General Obligation Bond, with final approval to go to the School Board on June 12, 2023. They will also discuss creating Capital Project Fund 37 to manage the renovation finances.
- 2022-2023 budget comparison through May 2023
- Discussion of bond financing options for Colonial Elementary School renovation, including 100% new debt vs. using capital reserve funds
- Proposed $15,000,000 General Obligation Bond, Series of 2023
- Recommendation to establish Capital Project Fund 37 for the renovation project
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Thu May 25, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School Board adopts $151.15M budget with 2.56% tax increase
The Colonial School District Board of Directors is holding its regular business meeting, where the most consequential action is the adoption of the 2023-2024 final budget of $151,153,201, which includes a real estate tax rate increase of 2.56% (0.625 mills). The board will also vote on several policy revisions, tax rates, and property tax relief acceptance. Other items include approving minutes, financial reports, the treasurer's report, and personnel actions.
- Adopt 2023-2024 final budget of $151,153,201, a 4.10% increase over 2022-2023, with real estate tax rate of 25.020 mills (up 2.56%)
- Approve 2023-2024 tax rates: 25.020 mills real estate, 1% earned income, 1% real estate transfer, 10% amusement tax, $25 certification fee, billing date July 1, 2023
- Accept $3,846,685.64 in property tax relief (Act 1 of 2006), setting a $15,358 assessment exclusion for a max reduction of $384.27 per eligible homestead/farmstead
- Approve Board Policy #311 (Reduction of Staff) on second read; delete Policy #332 (Guidance Counselors, Eleven-Month Employment)
- Approve revisions to Policy #101 (Mission Statement) and Policy #251 (Students Experiencing Homelessness) on first read
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
27 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the April 2023 Treasurer's Report
9 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
10. New Business — Motion to appoint Rick Carpenter as the Colonial School District's voting delegate for the 2023 PSBA Delegate Assembly Meeting.
144 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Mon May 8, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review teacher academy, music conference, and policy #101
The Curriculum Committee of the Colonial School District Board will meet to discuss new business items, including the CMTHS Teacher Academy, a conference showcase for music educators, a curriculum cycle update, a PSSM survey, and a review of Policy #101 on mission/vision/values. Public comment is scheduled on agenda items.
- CMTHS Teacher Academy discussion
- Conference Showcase - National Association of Music Educators and Implementation Science IS for All
- Curriculum Cycle Update
- PSSM Survey
- Policy Review - Policy #101 Mission Statement/Vision Statement/Shared Values
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Mon May 8, 2023
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
School meal prices, website redesign, and student homelessness policy on agenda
The Colonial School District's Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committees are meeting to discuss three items: meal prices and food service updates for the 2023-24 school year, a website redesign update, and a review of Policy #251 on students experiencing homelessness, foster care, and other educational instability. The meeting includes public comment periods and is scheduled to follow the Curriculum Committee Meeting.
- Meal prices for 2023-2024
- District fee meal update for 2023-2024
- Gluten-free choices
- Website redesign update
- Policy #251: Students Experiencing Homelessness, Foster Care and Other Educational Instability
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Mon May 8, 2023
Special Meeting
School board to vote on May 2023 personnel report
The Colonial School District Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving the superintendent's May 2023 personnel report, which includes recommended appointments, promotions, and transfers. The board will also hear public comments and make an executive session announcement. The only action item is the personnel report approval.
- Approval of Superintendent's Report - May 2023 (personnel changes)
- Motion to approve personnel report as presented in 4A
- Public comments on agenda and general public comments
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the personnel report as presented in 4A.
6 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea
Mon May 1, 2023
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to consider deleting guidance counselor employment policy
The Colonial School District HR Committee is meeting to consider deleting Policy #332, which addresses eleven-month employment for guidance counselors. The deletion is recommended by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA), as the language is considered better suited for internal processes or a handbook rather than formal policy. The meeting also includes public comment periods and board comment.
- Policy deletion #332 - Guidance Counselors, Eleven-Month Employment
- PSBA recommendation to delete policy
- Policy renumbered from #432 to #332
- Public comment on agenda and general public comment
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Mon May 1, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to review CES renovation financing and 2023-2024 budget
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss financing options for the Colonial Elementary School renovation project and receive an update on the 2023-2024 fiscal budget, with recommendations for adoption at the May Board meeting. The committee will also hear information items on the CMS 6th grade musical budget, a copier lease recommendation, CMS fitness equipment, a tax collector contract renewal, and a budget update.
- CES Renovations financing options presented by Mr. Digian
- 2023-2024 Budget update with adoption recommendation for May Board meeting
- Copier lease recommendation: Edwards Business Systems (3 proposals received)
- Tax collector contract renewal recommendation: Elite Revenue Service for 2023-2024
- CMS 6th Grade Musical 'Willy Wonka Kids' budget (May 5-6)
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Mon May 1, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss CES renovations, CMS track, and PW elevator
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will discuss three items: renovations at CES with GKO Architects, the CMS track, and the PW elevator. These are discussion items only, with no votes scheduled. Public comment is allowed on the agenda and during the meeting.
- CES Renovations Discussion with GKO Architects
- CMS Track discussion
- PW Elevator discussion
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Thu Apr 20, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board adopts proposed 2023-24 budget with 2.90% tax increase
The Colonial School District Board approved the proposed final budget for 2023-2024, which includes a 2.90% tax increase setting the millage at 25.102. The board also approved several contracts, including a new solicitor agreement and an employee assistance provider, and adopted policy changes. The final budget will be considered at the May 25, 2023 board meeting.
- Proposed final budget 2023-2024 with 2.90% tax increase, millage 25.102
- Food Service Equipment Grant of $6,926.52 for Conshohocken Elementary freezer
- Donation of $11,590.35 from Giant Food Stores for summer meals
- Appointment of Fox Rothschild LLP as solicitor with $22,000 annual retainer
- Approval of Health Advocate Solutions as Employee Assistance Provider for 3 years
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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
5. Financial Reports
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
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20 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
9. Correspondence — Motion to approve the Food Services Department grant and donation as outlined below.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the personnel report as outlined in 10B and 10C.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve and adopt the 2023-2024 Proposed Final Budget.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the adoption of Board Policy #331 - Reduction of Staff on a first read basis. This is a new policy and is categorized as a legal liability.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the revisions to the board policies outlined below on a second read basis.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve Health Advocate Solutions, Inc. as the district's Employee Assistance Provider effective July 1, 2023. The initial term of the agreement is three (3) years.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
1. An annualized retainer of $22,000.00 per year. — Motion to appoint Fox Rothschild LLP as Solicitor for the Colonial School District for the time period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024 based…
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the conference requests outlined below. These requests were reviewed at the Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting on April 17, 2023.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve PWHS Marine Science and Oceanography Club students to travel to the Cape May, NJ Whale Watch and Research Center on May 31, 2023. There is no cost to the district.
10 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · Vice President yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Apr 17, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to discuss literacy, ELD, and conference requests
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several curriculum-related items. These include a conference showcase, structured literacy, Title III/English Language Development programming, setting goals across the curriculum, and conference requests. The meeting includes public comment periods on agenda items and general public comment.
- Conference Showcase
- Structured Literacy
- Title III/English Language Development Programming
- Setting Goals Across the Curriculum
- Conference Requests
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Mon Apr 10, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to review final proposed 2023-24 budget
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss the final proposed 2023-2024 budget, which is recommended for the April 20 School Board meeting. The committee will also review a 2022-2023 budget update through March. Public comments are scheduled.
- Discussion of 2023-2024 Final Proposed Budget
- Recommendation to include budget on April 20 School Board agenda
- Final budget adoption scheduled for May 25, 2023
- 2022-2023 budget comparison through March 2023
- Public comment periods
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Mon Apr 10, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
CES renovation and enrollment options presented to facilities committee
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss a presentation by GKO Architects on renovation and enrollment options for Colonial Elementary School (CES). The agenda includes public comment periods, but the main item is this informational discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by GKO Architects on CES renovation and enrollment options
- Discussion of CES Options document (1,458 KB attachment)
- Public comment on agenda and general public comments
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Thu Mar 16, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board approves 2023-24 CMTHS budget with $2.39M contribution
The Colonial School District Board held a business meeting on March 16, 2023, taking action on financial reports, personnel, policies, and contracts. Key decisions included approving the CMTHS operating budget for 2023-24, a new professional negotiations agreement with the Colonial Education Association, and several policy revisions. The board also approved summer programs and a flexible instruction day program for the next school year.
- Approved 2023-24 CMTHS Operating Budget totaling $11,497,047, with Colonial's contribution of $2,387,186 (up 72.5% from prior year)
- Approved Professional Negotiations Agreement with Colonial Education Association effective Aug 16, 2024 through Aug 15, 2028
- Approved policy revisions including #338 Sabbatical Leave, #707 Use of District Facilities, #251 Homeless Students, and #304 Employment of District Staff
- Approved addendum to staffing agreement with GHR Education for substitute instructional aide coverage
- Approved 2023 summer programs including Summer Literacy Blast, Summer Academy, Enrichment Camps, Title I, and Extended School Year
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
28 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 9B and 9C.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the revisions to board policy #304 - Employment of District Staff as presented on a second read basis.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to delete the board policies outlined below. These policies were reviewed at the March 13th CRSL Committee meeting.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the non-bargaining unit rates as presented.
21 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Professional Negotiations Agreement reached between the Colonial Education Association and the Colonial Board of School Directors effective August 16, 2024 through August 15…
6 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the 2023 summer programs as outlined below.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Flexible Instruction Day Program for the 2023-24 school year. This program was reviewed and discussed at the Curriculum Committee Meeting on February 13, 2023.
14 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the conference requests as outlined below. These requests were reviewed at the Curriculum Committee Meeting on March 13, 2023.
14 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the proposed Colonial School District Property Tax Rent Rebate Program to provide a 75% match of the Pennsylvania Tax Rebate Program effective for property taxes or rent paid in…
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve two placements in lieu of FAPE. Due to student confidentiality, these agreements were discussed in Executive Session.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the renewal of the legal services consultation agreement with Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams, LLP for the 2023-24 school year in the amount of $8,000.00.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the educational services contract with Soliant to provide (4) registered Behavioral Technicians at a rate of $65.00 per hour and $97.50 per hour for overtime hours.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to appoint Mark Digian as Board Treasurer effective April 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
7 yea
Jamina Clay yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Mar 13, 2023
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
School board to review policies on suicide, homeless students
The Colonial School District's Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committees will meet to discuss Chapter 339, behavioral health grants, calming spaces, and several policy changes. The board will consider deleting Policy 251 (Suicide Intervention) and Policy 253 (Homeless Children), and will have a first read of a new Policy 251 on Homeless Students.
- Discussion of Chapter 339 overview
- Review of current and anticipated behavioral health grants
- Discussion on calming spaces
- Proposal to delete Policy 251 (Suicide Intervention) and Policy 253 (Homeless Children)
- First read of Policy 251: Homeless Students
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Mon Mar 6, 2023
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to review sabbatical leave policy and job fair plans
The Colonial School District HR Committee is meeting to discuss information items including the upcoming Spring Job Fair for support staff, participation in regional job fairs, and proposed non-bargaining unit substitute rates. New business includes a review of Policy #338 on sabbatical leave, with a first reading planned for March 16, 2023. Public comment is scheduled.
- Spring Job Fair for support staff on March 21, 2023, 4-7 PM at PWHS LGI
- Non-bargaining unit substitute rates to be on March 16, 2023 Board agenda
- Policy #338 Sabbatical Leave review, first reading March 16, 2023
- Attendance at MCIU Diversity Job Fair (March 22) and Greater Philadelphia Teacher Job Fair (April 5)
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Mon Mar 6, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss AI camera pilot at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will discuss several items, including a proposed AI pilot program with 100 cameras at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, spring preparations for sports and graduations, a review of policy on school facility use, and a transportation update. The meeting is for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.
- Zero Eyes AI pilot program at PWHS (100 cameras)
- Spring preparations: CMS Sports/Plymouth Rec., Move-Up Days & Graduations (CES, CMS, PW & CMTHS)
- Review of Policy #707 - Use of School Facilities and Equipment
- Transportation update
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Thu Feb 23, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Board to vote on $93,466 MCIU membership budget and spring musical budgets
The Colonial School District Board will vote on routine approvals including meeting minutes, January 2023 financial reports, the treasurer's report, and a $13,110 Farm to School grant. New business includes approving the 2023-2024 MCIU Membership Services Budget (Colonial's share $93,466), spring musical production budgets for Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Colonial Middle School, a first read of policy #304 revisions, conference requests, a contract revision with Vector Solutions, an educational services agreement for $1,118.06, and a separation agreement. The board will also hear public comments and committee reports.
- Approve 2023-2024 MCIU Membership Services Budget; Colonial contribution $93,466 (increase of $3,317)
- Approve Farm to School Grant from PA Dept. of Agriculture: $13,110 for local food in cafeterias
- Approve spring musical budgets: PWHS 'Urinetown' (March 9-11) and CMS 'Mary Poppins, Jr.' (March 3-5)
- First read of Board Policy #304 - Employment of District Staff revisions
- Approve out-of-state conference requests for three staff (Rochester, NY; Chicago, IL; Austin, TX)
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
6 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
5. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 4B through 4M for January 2023.
6 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the January 2023 Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve a Farm to School Grant awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture to the food services department in the amount of $13,110.00. The funds will be used to purchase and…
6 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
9. Student Representatives' Report — Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
6 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve of the budgets and payments in the budget for the Spring Productions at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Colonial Middle School as presented.
42 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Feb 13, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to discuss emergency instructional days and summer programs
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss several curriculum-related items, including a conference showcase, emergency instructional days, summer opportunities, summer reading, and conference requests. The agenda includes public comment periods and is primarily a discussion of these items.
- Conference Showcase presentation
- Emergency Instructional Days/Flexible Instructional Days discussion
- Summer Opportunities Update
- Summer Reading Update
- Conference requests for Figueroa-Douglas, Boegly, and Kaufman
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Mon Feb 6, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Colonial School District faces $3.3M deficit; possible 3.25% tax hike
The Finance Committee will review the 2022-2023 budget update, fund balances, and the 2023-2024 budget development, which projects a $3.3 million deficit. They will also discuss new business items including spring musical budgets, the CMTHS budget, and the MCIU services budget. No final decisions are made at this meeting; recommendations may go to the School Board.
- 2023-2024 budget projects $3.3 million deficit; possible 3.25% tax increase (0.79 mills) to 25.188 mills
- PSERS contribution rate drops to 34% for 23-24 from 35.26%
- Health insurance premiums estimated to increase 9% for 23-24
- CMTHS budget totals $11,497,047; Colonial's contribution increases $1,003,198 (72.5%) to $2,387,186
- MCIU Mandated Services Budget increases to $1,561,980; Colonial's share $93,466
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Mon Feb 6, 2023
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to review new policy #304 on employment of district staff
The Colonial School District HR Committee is meeting to review a new policy, #304, on the employment of district staff. The review is intended to lead to a first reading on February 23, 2023, and a second reading and adoption in March 2023. The agenda also includes public comment periods and board comment.
- Review of new Policy #304 Employment of District Staff
- Public comment on the agenda
- Public comment period
- Board comment
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Mon Feb 6, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss 5-year capital plan, facility rental fees, transportation
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will discuss the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, a proposed revision to the Facility Rental Fees Policy, and a transportation update including First Student services and bus camera systems. These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled.
- 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (spreadsheet attached)
- Facility Rental Fees Policy revision (Policy 707, revision dated 2.6.23)
- Transportation update: First Student update and contact
- Bus Patrol camera systems discussion
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Fri Feb 3, 2023
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss CMS soil, load bank, and transportation updates
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss updates on CMS soil, CMS load bank, and transportation. The agenda includes public comment periods and is primarily informational, with no votes or decisions listed.
- CMS Soil Update (discussion)
- CMS Load Bank Update (information)
- Transportation Update (information)
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Thu Jan 19, 2023
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School Board approves policies, appointments, and financial reports
The Colonial School District Board of Directors is holding its regular business meeting, where it will vote on routine items including approval of minutes, financial reports, the treasurer's report, and the superintendent's personnel report. The board will also consider new business items such as appointing representatives to external boards and adopting new policies on conduct and educator misconduct.
- Approval of financial reports for November and December 2022
- Approval of November and December 2022 Treasurer's Report
- Appointment of Gail Plant to CSDEF board, Sharon Marino to MCIU board, and Susan Moore to JOC
- Adoption of new policies #317 (Conduct/Disciplinary Procedures) and #317.1 (Educator Misconduct)
- Recognition of PWHS Girls' Volleyball Team as Suburban One League Conference Champions
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
9 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for November 2022 and December 2022.
9 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the November 2022 and December 2022 Treasurer's Report.
9 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
18 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Motion to appoint Gail Plant as the district's representative on the Colonial School District Education Foundation's board.
126 yea
Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Jamina Clay yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Susan Moore yea · Beth Patruno yea · Cathy Peduzzi yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Jan 9, 2023
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee reviews annual data, school snapshot, summer programs
The Colonial School District's Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss new business items, including an annual data check-in, a snapshot of schools, summer school opportunities, and conference requests. The agenda includes public comment periods and is focused on reviewing these educational topics.
- Annual Data Check In with attached minutes and board preview reports
- Snapshot of Our Schools discussion
- Summer School Opportunities discussion
- Conference Requests, including 2023 Title I ISP Conference
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Mon Jan 9, 2023
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to consider $6.75M transfer to capital projects fund
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is meeting to review budget updates for the current and next fiscal years, discuss transportation issues, and consider new business items. Key actions include recommending a $6.75 million transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund and hiring a firm for an enrollment study.
- Transfer $6.75 million from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund
- Recommend Statistical Forecasting LLC for enrollment study
- 2023-2024 budget: wages up 3%, PSERS rate down to 34%, health premiums up 9%
- Seon Camera Project cancelled; Bus Patrol proposal for new bus cameras at no cost
- First Student contract extension proposals under review
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Mon Jan 9, 2023
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
School committee to discuss website redesign and student activities
The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet to discuss a website redesign update and a student extra-curricular activity share-out. The meeting includes public comment periods. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.
- Website redesign update discussion
- Student extra-curricular activity share-out
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