Colonial School District public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 1, 2025
Special Meeting
Colonial School District approves personnel changes and assessment appeal settlement
The board is meeting to approve the December 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts. The board is also deciding on a settlement for a specific property assessment appeal.
- Approval of personnel report for promotions, employment, and transfers
- Approval of extracurricular contracts and post-season changes
- Settlement of assessment appeal for Parcel #49-00-01786-00-1
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
5. New Business — Motion to approve the personnel report as presented in 4B and 4C.
8 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Tomas Santiago yea
6. Public Comments — Motion to approve the stipulations to settle the assessment appeal of the property outlined below.
8 yea
Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Tomas Santiago yea
Mon Dec 1, 2025
Board Reorganization Meeting
Colonial School District Board to elect officers and reorganize
The Board of School Directors will meet to conduct its annual reorganization as required by the Pennsylvania School Code. The body will elect a president and vice president to one-year terms and administer oaths of office to board members.
- Election of Board President
- Election of Board Vice President
- Administration of Oath of Office for newly elected or re-elected members
- Authorization for the continued use of existing signature plates
- Student recognitions for PWHS Field Hockey and PWHS Boys' Cross Country
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Thu Nov 20, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Board approves 2024-2025 audit and Act 1 tax-rate opt-out
The Colonial School Board met on November 20, 2025, and approved minutes, financial reports, and the treasurer’s report. It also accepted the 2024-2025 audit and opted out of the Act 1 timeline by certifying the real-estate tax rate will not exceed 3.5% for 2026-2027.
- Approved 2024-2025 financial audit and PDE-2057 Annual Financial Report filing
- Opted out of Act 1 timeline, certifying 2026-2027 tax-rate increase ≤ 3.5%
- Approved October 2025 financial reports and treasurer’s report
- Approved personnel report and extracurricular contracts
- Approved fall-production budgets for PWHS Clue and CMS Shrek Kids
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🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
5. Financial Reports — Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 4B through 4G.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
6. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for October 2025.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the October 2025 Treasurer's Report
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
9. Student Representatives' Report — Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to accept and approve the audit report for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and approval to submit the PDE-2057, Annual Financial Report (AFR) to PDE.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall 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 2026-2027 Act 1 Index of 3.5%. This…
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the proposed budgets for the PWHS Fall production of Clue and the CMS production of Shrek Kids. This approval will authorize the payment specified compensation as submitted in the…
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve an independent consultant contract to provide HR consulting services at the rate of $150.00 per hour.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve an independent transportation contract to provide transportation for two students from October 6, 2025 to June 15, 2026 at the current IRS rate of $0.70 or the established IRS rate…
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the educational services contracts outlined below.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the establishment of an education fund for legitimate educational expenses. Due to student confidentiality, this agreement was discussed in executive session.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the settlement and release agreement between the Colonial School District and employee #104364 as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the settlement and release agreement between the Colonial School District and the Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the list of contracted bus drivers outlined in Mr. Christopher Brown's memo to Dr. Christian dated October 21, 2025.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve board policies outlined below on a second read basis as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a first read basis. Both policies were reviewed at their respective November committee meetings
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the deletion of board policies outlined below as the language can now be found in board policy #237 - Electronic Devices.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
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18 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the courses outlined below for the 2026-2027 school year. These courses were reviewed at the November 10, 2025 Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the PWHS Program of Studies for the 2026-2027 school year as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon Nov 10, 2025
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
Committee to review new CPR/AED policy with first reading scheduled for November 20
The Colonial School District’s Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet on November 10, 2025, to discuss updates from the Educational Improvement Board (EIB), community relations initiatives, and a new policy on automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The committee will also review a policy (#822) with the goal of first reading on November 20, 2025, and adoption on January 15, 2026.
- Review of new Policy #822 on AED/CPR with first reading scheduled for November 20, 2025
- Discussion of EIB updates
- Community relations initiatives
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Mon Nov 10, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review PWHS course of studies and 2026-2027 proposals
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to discuss new business regarding school courses and opportunities. The meeting includes reviews of the PWHS Course of Studies and proposals for the 2026-2027 school year.
- PWHS Course of Studies
- Course Proposals 2026-2027
- Hour of AI
- Summer Opportunities 2026
- Conference Requests
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Mon Nov 3, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss roofing project updates
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding roofing projects. The meeting includes a review of the Colonial SD Roof Plan 2026-31 and a roof replacement schedule.
- Discussion of Colonial SD Roof Plan 2026-31
- Review of Roof Replacement Schedule
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Mon Nov 3, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to review policy on student teachers and interns
The HR Committee will review Policy #307 regarding Student Teacher/Interns. This review is intended to lead to a first reading on November 20, 2025, and adoption on January 15, 2026.
- Review of Policy #307 Student Teacher/Interns
- Black Men Convening in Education (November 20-22, 2025)
- School Districts of Montgomery County Job Fair (November 24, 2025)
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Mon Nov 3, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee considers opting out of Act 1 Budget timeline
The Finance Committee is reviewing a recommendation to opt out of the Act 1 Budget timeline, which would limit tax increases to 3.50% for 2026-2027. The body is also reviewing budgets for fall school productions and receiving updates on the 2024-2025 audit and 2025-2026 budget.
- Recommendation to opt out of Act 1 Index timeline (tax increase limit of 3.50% for 2026-2027)
- Budgets for CMS production of 'Shrek Kids' and PWHS production of 'Clue'
- 2024-2025 Audit Report Summary
- 2025-2026 Budget Update as of October 31, 2025
- Implementation of 3 Season Rental Agreements for district facilities
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Thu Oct 16, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School District to vote on educational services contracts and policy updates
The Board of School Directors will review September 2025 financial reports and the October 2025 personnel report. The board is deciding on several educational services contracts and updates to district policies regarding electronic devices, overtime, and gifts.
- Educational services contracts: Martin Luther School ($75,592.98), Vanguard School ($53,000.00 and $17,367.52), and New Hope Academy ($45,522.00)
- Second read of Policy #101 (Mission/Vision), #330 (Overtime), and #702 (Gifts, Grants and Donations)
- First read of Policy #237 (Electronic Devices) and #616 (Payment of Bills)
- Approval of a Settlement and Release Agreement discussed in executive session
- Approval for PWHS Glamour Gals Club trip to New York City on November 22, 2025
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. Approval of Minutes — Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 4B through 4F.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea
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27 yea
Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea
6. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve the September 2025 Treasurer's Report
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea
11. Solicitor's Report — Motion to approve the educational services agreements outlined below.
45 yea
Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea · Beth Patruno yea · President yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Mark Marsico yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · William Winchester yea
Mon Oct 13, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum committee reviews text selection process and policy updates
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee meets to review the district’s text selection process, discuss web content accessibility, and consider conference requests for staff training. The committee also begins a review of Policy #237 on electronic devices, with a first reading scheduled for October 16, 2025.
- Review of Text Selection Process
- Web Content Accessibility discussion
- Policy #237 Electronic Devices under review with first reading on 10/16/2025
- Four staff members approved for IB CP Workshop in St. Pete, Florida (11/9–11/12/2025)
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Mon Oct 6, 2025
Special Meeting
Colonial School District approves October personnel and extracurricular reports
The board held a special meeting to review and approve the Superintendent's report. The primary action was the approval of personnel changes and extracurricular contracts for October 2025.
- Approval of October 2025 Personnel Report
- Approval of October 2025 Extracurricular Contracts
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. Public Comments — Motion to approve the personnel report as presented in 3B and 3C.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee meets Oct 6 to receive roofing project update
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will convene at the District Office to receive a status update on the ongoing roofing project. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural with time set aside for public comment.
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Mon Oct 6, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance committee reviews 2026-2027 budget timeline and 2025-2026 budget update
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss the 2026-2027 budget development timeline and receive a budget update for the current 2025-2026 school year. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.
- Policy 616 - Payment of Bills presented for first read on Oct 16, 2025
- 2026-2027 budget timeline outlined with key dates through June 2026
- September 2025 budget comparison to September 2024 presented
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Thu Sep 18, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School Board approves educational services contracts and policy updates
The Colonial School District Board of Directors met to approve August 2025 financial reports and personnel changes. The board decided on several new board policies and revised the 2025-2026 K-12 calendar. They also approved educational services contracts for the upcoming school year.
- Educational services contract for Martin Luther School: tuition for 33 students at $75,592.98 per student
- Educational services contract for Bucks County Intermediate Unit for special education services
- First read approval of Board Policies #101 (Mission/Vision), #330 (Overtime), and #702 (Gifts, Grants and Donations)
- Revision of 2025-2026 K-12 calendar to designate August 20, August 21, and November 4 as Act 80 days
- Appointment of two student board representatives
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. Financial Reports — Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 3B through 3G.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 4B through 4L for August 2025.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the August 2025 Treasurer's Report.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
8. Student Representatives Report — Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 7B and 7C.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
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8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a first read basis as presented. These policies were reviewed at their respective committee meetings held on September 2nd and September 8th.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve a revision to the K-12 calendar for 2025-2026 to designate August 20, 2025, August 21, 2025 and November 4, 2025 as Act 80 days.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the educational services contracts outlined below for the 2025-2026 school year.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
1. St. Joseph's Preparatory School for the transportation of Colonial School District students at a rate of $11.07 per student per day for the 2025-2026 school year ending June 30, 2026. — Motion to…
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the transportation contracts for Superior Bus Service and ALC School LLC, to provide supplemental bus services.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the PWHS Orchestra students' trip to New York City to tour Carnegie Hall, meet with members of the pit orchestra for the musical Wicked and to attend a performance of the show.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
10. Solicitor's Report — Motion to accept a donation of $1,000 from Bergey Chevrolet to support the Colonial Middle School athletic program.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon Sep 8, 2025
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
Committee to discuss new adult evening school online platform and EIB updates
The Colonial School District’s Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee will meet on September 8, 2025, to discuss two items: a new online platform for the Adult Evening School and updates from the Educational Improvement Board (EIB). No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
- New Adult Evening School Online Platform (discussion only)
- EIB Updates (discussion only)
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Mon Sep 8, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum committee to review policy updates and new programs
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will discuss new business including summer programming, induction processes, professional learning, and elementary math. Policy #101 on the mission, vision, and shared values will receive its first reading and is scheduled for adoption in October.
- Review of Policy #101 with first reading on September 18, 2025
- Policy #101 adoption scheduled for October 16, 2025
- Discussion of summer programming initiatives
- Review of induction processes for new staff or programs
- Professional learning updates for educators
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Tue Sep 2, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee reviews gift policy and 2026-2027 Act I tax index
The Finance Committee will discuss updates to Policy 702 regarding gifts, grants, and donations. The body will also review the 2026-2027 Act I Index and August 2024 budget comparisons.
- Review of Policy 702 - Gifts, Grants and Donations
- Donation of $1,000 from Bergey's Chevrolet for Colonial Middle School Athletic Program
- Act I Index for 2026-2027 School Year set at 3.50%
- 2025-2026 budget comparisons for August 2024
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Tue Sep 2, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee reviews new overtime policy with future readings scheduled
The Colonial School District HR Committee met to review Board Policy #330, a new overtime policy categorized as a legal liability. The policy is set for first reading on September 18, 2025, and second reading and adoption on October 16, 2025. The committee also discussed upcoming events, including a retirement seminar and a convening for Black men in education.
- Review of Board Policy #330 (Overtime) with first reading scheduled for 2025-09-18
- Second reading and adoption of Policy #330 set for 2025-10-16
- Retirement Seminar by Dynasty Advisors on 2025-10-09 at Colonial Elementary School
- Black Men Convening in Education scheduled for 2025-11-20 to 2025-11-22
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Tue Sep 2, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to review summer projects and 2025-2026 transportation updates
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss information regarding summer projects and transportation for the 2025-2026 school year. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Summer Projects
- Transportation update for the 2025-2026 School Year provided by Mr. Digian
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Thu Aug 21, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Board approves 2025-26 contracts, financial reports, and vendor renewals
The Colonial School District Board of Directors met on August 21, 2025, to approve routine financial reports, personnel changes, and new service contracts. All motions carried unanimously. No substantive policy debates or public hearings were listed on the agenda.
- Approved June/July 2025 financial reports including bond, deficit status, and cash flow summaries
- Ratified 2025 assessment appeal resolution for under-valued properties
- Approved service agreement with Delta-T Group for paraprofessional and nursing services ($237K rate sheet attached)
- Approved 2025-26 food service vendors: Morabito Baking, US Foods (Allentown), Swiss Premium Dairy, and others
- Approved educational service contracts totaling $612,306.56 for students at Nexus School, New Hope Academy, and others
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the meeting minutes as presented in 3B through 3D:
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
5. Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
6. Public Comments on the Agenda — Motion to approve the June/July 2025 Treasurer's Reports
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extra duty contracts as presented in 7B and 7C.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter 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 2025 Transfer Tax…
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the service agreement with Delta-T Group to provide paraprofessional and nursing services for the 2025-26 school year.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the food service vendor recommendations for the 2025-2026 school year as outlined below.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the educational service contracts as outlined below.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve three settlement and release agreements. Due to student confidentiality, these agreement were reviewed in the executive session.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the Physician/Dentist Agreement for the 2025-2026 school year as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
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6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve instructors and classes for the Adult Evening School Fall 2025 session as outlined in the attached memo from Jessica Lester dated August 4, 2025.
5 yea · 1 abstain
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Sharon Marino abstain
Motion to approve the Separation and Release Agreement between the Colonial School District and Employee #102173 as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Colonial School District and Colonial Education Association regarding Donelle Brotz as a Teacher on Special Assignment.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea
Mon Aug 4, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to discuss PA state budget impact and school meal payment system
The Finance Committee will review the impact of the 2025-2026 Pennsylvania State Budget and unaudited financial results from the 2024-2025 school year. The body will also discuss student Chromebook insurance and a transition to a new online payment platform for school meals.
- PA State Budget 25-26 update, including a proposed $51.4 billion budget
- Optional student Chromebook insurance fees of $30, or $15 for students in the Free/Reduced Meal Program
- Transition from My School Bucks to EZ School Pay for school meals, reducing transaction fees from $3.50 to $2.75
- Review of unaudited 2024-2025 school year financial results
- Discussion of Proposed Senate Bill 962 regarding property tax replacement
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Mon Jun 30, 2025
Special Meeting
Colonial School District to vote on 2025-2026 non-bargaining unit rates
The Board is meeting to approve personnel changes and pay rates for non-bargaining unit staff for the 2025-2026 school year. The body will also consider several service contracts and a separation agreement.
- 2025-2026 Non-Bargaining Unit Rates
- Substitute Teacher Services agreement for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027
- $4,000 agreement with Dr. Carl Pullen of City Line Pediatrics for student physicals at Colonial Middle School
- Separation and Release Agreement for Employee #103216
- Personnel report for appointments, promotions, and transfers
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the personnel report as presented in 3A.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Jeremy Schwartz and William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the non-bargaining unit rates for the 2025-2026 school year as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Jeremy Schwartz and William Winchester yea
Motion to approve agreement with Substitute Teacher Services for continued substitute services for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027 as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Jeremy Schwartz and William Winchester yea
Motion to approve an agreement with Dr. Carl Pullen of City Line Pediatrics to provide student physicals at Colonial Middle School for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 in the amount of…
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Jeremy Schwartz and William Winchester yea
Motion to approve the Separation and Release Agreement between the Colonial School District and Employee #103216 as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Jeremy Schwartz and William Winchester yea
Mon Jun 9, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School District adopts 2025-26 budget of $162,997,782
The Board of School Directors decided on the final budget and tax rates for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also included approvals for personnel changes, extracurricular appointments, and vendor bids for school supplies.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 Final Budget totaling $162,997,782
- Real estate tax rate set at 26.495 mills, a 3.18% increase
- Approval of bids for art supplies, general school supplies, and paper products
- Appointment of Jessica Lester as Board Secretary for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2029
- Approval of Wonderspring rental rates: $49.00 per day for before/after-school and $179.54 per day for summer camp
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🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the Board Business Meeting Minutes from 5/15/25 as presented.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
6. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for May 2025.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
7. Superintendent's Update — Motion to approve the May 2025 Treasurer's Report
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
10. New Business — Motion to approve the personnel report outlined in 9B and 9C.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve and adopt the 2025-2026 Final Budget totaling $162,997,782 which includes a real estate tax rate of 26.495, an increase of 3.18%.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the 2025-2026 taxation rates, fees, and billing dates as presented.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve bids for art supplies, general school supplies, and paper products for the 2025-2026 school year as outlined below.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
BoardDocs motion
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve rental rates for the 2025-2026 Before and After-School Programs in all elementary schools; and 2025 Summer Camp Program at $49.00 per day and $179.54 per day respectively.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall 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 2025-2026 school…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve revisions to board policies outlined below on a second read basis.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the tentative trips and academic/athletic competitions our PWHS and CMS students will participate in during the 2025-26 school year as presented. These trips are out of state or…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
11. Solicitor's Report — Motion to approve a settlement, full release, and placement agreement in Lieu of FAPE. Due to student confidentiality, this agreement was discussed in executive session.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Thu May 15, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School Board appoints new Treasurer and updates district policies
The Board of School Directors met to approve April 2025 financial reports and personnel changes. The body appointed a new Board Treasurer and updated several district policies regarding fraud, naloxone, and employee speech.
- Appointment of Mark Digian as Board Treasurer
- Approval of new Policy #828 (Fraud) and updated Policy #823 (Naloxone)
- First read approval of Policy #320 (Freedom of Speech by Employee) and Policy #342 (Jury Duty)
- Approval of April 2025 financial reports and Treasurer's Report
- Approval of May 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts
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🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve minutes as presented in Items 4B through 4F.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for April 2025.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the April 2025 Treasurer's Report
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 8B and 8C.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
BoardDocs motion
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to appoint Beth Patruno as the Colonial School District's voting delegate for the 2025 PSBA Delegate Assembly Meeting.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a second read basis.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a first read basis.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to accept $4,756,794.29 property tax relief as provided by Special Session Act 1 of 2006 and to further establish the 2024 exclusion of $17,703 from each eligible homestead and farmstead…
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the Colonial School District Real Estate Tax Installment Payment Plan Resolution that is an option for all taxpayers.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the Central Montco Technical High School's operating budget for the 2025-2026 school year as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the attached list of banking and investment institutions for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the administration's recommendation of a four year contract with Elite Revenue Solutions to serve as the district's tax collector for Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships beginning…
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the educational services for the 2025-26 school year as outlined below.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the educational services outlined below for the 2024-25 school year as outlined below.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall 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 2025-2026 school year in the amount of $255,000.00.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the subcontract for the ACCESS program for the 2025-26 school year as presented.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the contract with MCIU to provide VHS program services for the 2025-2026 school year.
5 yea · 1 abstain
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall abstain
Motion to approve four settlement and release agreements. Due to student confidentiality, these agreements were discussed in executive session.
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Colonial School District and Colonial Education Association regarding Salary Schedules, Article IV, Section A, page 3 of the current…
6 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon May 12, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review CMS science resource and flexible instruction days
The Colonial School District Curriculum Committee will discuss several curriculum-related items, including a new science resource for the middle school, flexible instruction days, and the PRIZE teacher-training program. The committee will also consider conference requests and a conference share-out. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.
- Discussion of CMS Science Resource (new curriculum materials)
- Review of Flexible Instruction Days (potential remote learning days)
- Presentation on PRIZE (Partnering in Raising Inclusive Zealous Educators) program
- Conference requests and approvals (attached file)
- Conference share-out from staff development events
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Mon May 5, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Colonial School District Finance Committee to discuss proposed 3.18% tax increase to close $4.29M deficit
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss student meal prices for 2025-2026, a proposed four-year tax collection contract with Elite Revenue Solutions, the CMTHS operating budget, and tax rates. A key discussion is the 2025-2026 budget update, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit and proposes a 3.18% real estate tax increase (0.843 mills, new rate 26.495) combined with $1,000,000 from assigned fund balance to cover it.
- Administration recommends a four-year contract with Elite Revenue Solutions for real estate tax collection in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships at $2.70 per bill plus mailing fees.
- CMTHS 2025-2026 operating budget totals $11,424,120, a 3.38% increase; Colonial's proposed contribution is $2,236,663 (up 5.99%).
- Proposed 2025-2026 tax rates: Earned Income Tax 1%, Real Estate Transfer Tax 1%, Amusement Tax 10%, and a $25 real estate tax certification fee.
- 2025-2026 real estate tax bills will be issued July 1, 2025.
- The final 2025-2026 budget is scheduled for approval at the June 9, 2025 School Board Meeting.
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Mon May 5, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to review CES and spring break project updates
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet to receive information on current projects. The agenda focuses on updates regarding the CES project and work completed during spring break.
- CES Project Update
- Spring Break Projects Update
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Mon May 5, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR committee to review new employee free speech and jury duty policies
The HR Committee will review two proposed board policies: Policy #320 on employee freedom of speech and Policy #342 on jury duty. Both are new policies; the intent is to present them for first reading on May 15 and final adoption on June 9. No votes are scheduled at this meeting; the items are for discussion and information.
- Review of Policy #320 (Freedom of Speech by Employee) – new policy, PSBA recommendation
- Review of Policy #342 (Jury Duty) – new policy, categorized as legal liability by PSBA
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Mon Apr 7, 2025
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
Naloxone policy, bullying review, and college platform on committee agenda
The Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee of the Colonial School District will meet on April 7, 2025, to discuss several items. They will review the SCOIR college counseling platform, receive updates on EIB, and conduct the annual review of Board Policy #249 on Bullying/Cyberbullying. Additionally, the committee will discuss revisions to Board Policy #823 regarding Naloxone, with the intent to have a first reading on April 10 and adoption in May 2025.
- Review of Board Policy #249 (Bullying/Cyberbullying) annual review
- Discussion of revisions to Board Policy #823 (Naloxone) – first reading planned April 10, adoption May 2025
- Presentation on SCOIR college counseling platform (Beth Lynch, Jeff Blizzard)
- Updates on EIB (Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging?) from prior meeting
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Mon Apr 7, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to discuss AI and curriculum cycle updates
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will meet to review new business items. The agenda includes updates on AI, the curriculum cycle, and future professional learning.
- AI Update
- Curriculum Cycle Update
- Professional Learning - Looking Forward
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Tue Apr 1, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR committee to discuss onboarding best practices
The Colonial School District HR Committee will meet on April 1, 2025, for discussion only. The sole agenda item is an information presentation on onboarding best practices by HR Manager Colleen Techtmann. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Information item: Onboarding Best Practices presentation by HR Manager Colleen Techtmann
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Tue Apr 1, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee discusses $4.3M deficit, proposes 3.18% tax increase
The Colonial School District Finance Committee will discuss the Proposed Final Budget for 2025-2026, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit. The proposal recommends funding the deficit through a 3.18% tax increase (0.843 mills to a rate of 26.495) and using $1,000,000 from Assigned Fund Balance. The committee will also review a production budget for the CMS 6th Grade Spring Musical "The Addams Family," and discuss Policy #828 on Fraud for a first reading at the April 10 board meeting.
- Proposed Final Budget 2025-2026 with $4,289,356 deficit and recommended 3.18% tax increase (0.843 mills to 26.495) plus $1M from fund balance
- Approval timeline: Final Proposed Budget to board on April 10, public review, then Final Budget on June 9
- Colonial Middle School 6th Grade Musical "The Addams Family" production budget presentation
- Policy #828 - Fraud reviewed for first reading on April 10 and adoption in May
- 2024-2025 Budget update with March 2025 comparisons
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Tue Apr 1, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss CES renovation project update
This meeting of the Facilities Management & Transportation Committee includes a discussion item on the CES Project Update, which concerns an ongoing renovation. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items: call to order, public comments, new business, and adjournment.
- CES Project Update – discussion item with attached renovation update PDF (April 2025)
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Thu Mar 20, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School District approves 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan
The Board of School Directors approved the district's 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan and associated state reports. The board also approved February 2025 financial reports, the Treasurer's report, and 2025 summer programs.
- Approval of 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan, Induction Plan, Professional Development Plan, and Gifted Education Plan Assurances
- Approval of 2025 summer programs: Summer Academy (7/8/25 - 7/31/25) and Extended School Year (7/1/25 - 7/31/25)
- Approval of February 2025 financial reports and Treasurer's Report
- Approval of personnel report and extracurricular contracts
- First read of Policy #221 (Dress and Grooming) and Policy #235.1 (Surveys)
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🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve the meeting minutes as presented in items 4B through 4G.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 5B through 5M for February 2025.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the February 2025 Treasurer's Report
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 9B and 9C.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the district's 2025-2028 Comprehensive Plan and the supporting state reports (Induction Plan, Professional Development Plan, Gifted Education Plan Assurances) as presented. The plan…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the 2025 summer programs as outlined below.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined below on a first read basis.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to delete board policy #254 Removal of Student(s) in Illegal Attendance as the language is now included in board policy #202 Eligibility of Nonresident Students.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve Munn Roofing for the roof replacement on gym north, gym north locker rooms, swimming pool locker rooms and the classrooms across the hall from gym north at Plymouth Whitemarsh High…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve Jottan Roofing for the roof replacement on the kindergarten wing at Whitemarsh Elementary School in the amount of $347,853.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve Jottan Roofing for the roof replacement on the kindergarten wing at Ridge Park Elementary School in the amount of $437,665.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the parameters resolution to refinance the Series 2017A General Obligations Bonds (GOBs) as presented.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the continuation of the Property Tax-Rent Rebate program at 75% of the PA Program's base rebate for the 2025-2026 school year.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the implementation of the Act 91 Tax Credit Program within Colonial School District for the 2025-2026 School Year subject to the criteria and regulations outlined below.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the educational services as outlined below.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve a three year contract (school years 25-26, 26-27, and 27-28) with Dr. Angela Curry to provide psychological services at an hourly rate of $100.00 plus mileage reimbursement at the…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve a confidential settlement and release agreement. Due to student confidentiality, this agreement was discussed in executive session.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve the conference request for PWHS Music Teacher Tonia Kaufman to attend the National Association of Music Education Conference on April 25, 2025. This request was reviewed at the…
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Motion to approve PWHS Computer Science class to attend the Rowan University's Computer Science Competition on May 2, 2025 in Glassboro, NJ.
7 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea
Mon Mar 10, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review dress code and survey policies
The Curriculum Committee of the Board will discuss Future Ready Comprehensive Planning and review three district policies. Two new policies regarding dress and grooming and surveys are proposed for future adoption, while one policy on illegal attendance is marked for deletion.
- Review of Policy #221 Dress and Grooming
- Review of Policy #235.1 Surveys
- Proposed deletion of Policy #254 Removal of Student(s) in Illegal Attendance
- Future Ready Comprehensive Planning (FRCP) discussion
- Conference approval for Tonia Kaufman to attend the 2025 National Association of Music Education (NAfME) Conference on 4/25/25
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Mon Mar 3, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee discusses budget deficit, tax increase, bond refinancing, and tax relief programs
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is discussing several financial matters including refinancing 2017A General Obligation Bonds to save on interest, continuing the Senior Citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate program at 75% of the state base, and implementing the Act 91 Tax Credit program for volunteer firefighters and EMS. The committee is also reviewing the 2025-2026 budget, which projects a $4,289,356 deficit that would require a 3.18% tax increase (0.817 mills) to close. Recommendations from this meeting will be presented to the School Board for action.
- Refunding of 2017A General Obligation Bonds discussed to take advantage of low interest rates
- Recommendation to continue Senior Citizen Property Tax/Rent Rebate program at 75% of PA base for 2025-2026; previous year processed $94,556.40 for 248 participants
- Recommended implementation of Act 91 Tax Credit program offering up to $500 for active volunteer firefighters and EMS within Conshohocken, Plymouth, and Whitemarsh townships
- 2025-2026 budget projects a $4,289,356 deficit; closing it would require a 3.18% tax increase (0.817 mills) to a new rate of 26.495 mills plus $1,000,000 from fund balance
- Update on 2024-2025 budget comparisons for February 2025
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Mon Mar 3, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee discusses CES update and Phase 1 roofing bids
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will discuss an update on the CES Project and review bid results for the Phase 1 Roofing project. They will also receive a status update on future roofing projects. Public comments on the agenda are invited at the start and end of the meeting.
- CES Project Update – discussion item
- Bid Results – Phase 1 Roofing project (PW/RP/WE) – bid document attached
- Future Roofing Projects Status – discussion item
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Mon Mar 3, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee discusses employee recognition, exit interviews, and open enrollment
This HR Committee meeting includes informational items on proposed employee recognition programs, an exit interview process for the 2025-26 school year, and the open enrollment period from April 28 to May 16, 2025. No formal decisions are being made; the items are presented for discussion and board awareness.
- Employee Recognition Program: new suggestions include peer nominations, handwritten thank-you notes, leadership lunches, and all-food day with health snacks or ice cream
- Exit Interviews: voluntary questionnaire process for all exiting employees in 2025-26, responses kept confidential in personnel files
- Open Enrollment: April 28–May 16, 2025 for healthcare changes effective July 1, 2025–June 20, 2026; waivers require proof of alternative coverage by May 16
- MCIU Education Job Fair: March 3, 2025 from 5–7 PM with district representatives attending
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Thu Feb 20, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Board approves 2025-2026 MCIU membership services budget with 4% increase
The Colonial School District Board held a business meeting on February 20, 2025, approving multiple action items. Key decisions included the 2025-2026 MCIU Membership Services Budget, financial reports, the treasurer's report, the superintendent's personnel report, extracurricular contracts, and budgets for spring musicals at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Colonial Middle School.
- Approved 2025-2026 MCIU Membership Services Budget: Colonial's contribution $96,548 (increase of $3,862)
- Approved financial reports and Treasurer's Report for January 2025
- Approved personnel report and extracurricular contracts for February 2025
- Approved budgets and payments for PWHS spring musical 'Matilda' and CMS spring musical 'The Descendants'
- Approved Director of Technology Andrew Boegly to attend CoSN2025 conference in Seattle (3/31-4/2/2025)
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve meeting minutes as presented in Items 3B through 3G.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
6. Public Comments on the Agenda — Motion to approve the January 2025 Treasurer's Report
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 7B and 7C.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the 2025-2026 MCIU Membership Services Budget as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the budgets and payments in the budget for the Spring productions at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School and Colonial Middle School as presented.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve Director of Technology, Andrew Boegly, to attend the CoSN2025 (Consortium for School Networking) conference in Seattle, Washington from 3/31/2025-4/2/2025.
9 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Chris Epstein yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon Feb 10, 2025
Community Relations & Student Life/Safety & Wellness Committee Meetings
Colonial School Committee to discuss Dreaming Forward Initiative
This is a committee meeting of the Colonial School District focusing on Community Relations, Student Life, Safety, and Wellness. Members will discuss three items: the Dreaming Forward Initiative, an updated online registration form, and an upcoming suicide prevention parent event. No decisions are scheduled; only discussion items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of the Dreaming Forward Initiative (presented by Dr. Figueroa-Douglas)
- Discussion of updated and improved online registration form
- Suicide prevention (QPR) parent event on February 18, 2025
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Mon Feb 10, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Curriculum Committee to review annual K-5 achievement and growth data
The Curriculum Committee will hear a presentation on annual K-5 achievement and growth, discuss school improvement planning, review points of pride from elementary schools, and consider summer programs and a conference request for Drew Boegly.
- Annual Achievement and Growth (K-5 Presentation)
- School Improvement Planning
- Points of Pride from Conshohocken, Plymouth, Ridge Park, Whitemarsh & Colonial elementary schools
- Summer Academy
- Conference request for Drew Boegly to attend CoSN2025 in Seattle, Washington (3/31/2025-4/2/2025)
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Mon Feb 10, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee reviews 2025-2026 budget projections and bond refinancing
The Finance Committee is reviewing the proposed MCIU Mandated Services Budget and budgets for spring musicals. The committee is also considering the refinancing of 2017A General Obligation Bonds and discussing a projected $4,289,356 deficit for the 2025-2026 budget.
- MCIU Proposed Mandated Services Budget: $2,107,175 total, with a Colonial School District contribution of $96,548
- Proposed refinancing of 2017A General Obligation Bonds
- Budgets for PWHS musical 'Matilda' and CMS musical 'The Descendants'
- 2025-2026 budget projection of a ($4,289,356) deficit
- Proposed 3.18% tax increase (.817 mills) to a rate of 26.495 and use of $1,000,000 Assigned Fund Balance
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Mon Feb 3, 2025
Facilities Management & Transportation Committee Meeting
Committee to discuss CES project update and 2025-2026 capital plan
The Facilities Management & Transportation Committee will meet on February 3, 2025, to discuss the CES renovation project update and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2026. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and public comment.
- CES Renovation Update – January 2025 report
- Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2026 priority list
- Public comments on agenda items
- General public comments
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Mon Feb 3, 2025
HR Committee Meeting
HR Committee to review Black Men in Education Convening Conference feedback
The HR Committee will meet to receive feedback regarding the Black Men in Education Convening Conference held November 21-23, 2024. The session includes presentations from district staff and teachers.
- Feedback on Black Men in Education Convening Conference 2024
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Thu Jan 16, 2025
Board Business Meeting
Colonial School Board approves financial reports and personnel changes
The Board of School Directors met to approve financial reports and treasurer's reports for November and December 2024. The board also voted to approve the January 2025 personnel report and extracurricular contracts. Additionally, the board resolved to adopt the PSBA's Principles for Governance and Leadership.
- Approval of financial reports for November and December 2024
- Approval of November and December 2024 Treasurer's Reports
- Approval of January 2025 Personnel Report
- Approval of January 2025 Extracurricular Contracts
- Adoption of PSBA's Principles for Governance and Leadership
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🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4. Financial Reports
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
5. Treasurer's Report — Motion to approve financial reports as presented in Items 4B through 4M for November 2024 and December 2024.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
6. Public Comments on the Agenda — Motion to approve the November 2024 and December 2024 Treasurer's Report
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the personnel report and extracurricular contracts as outlined in 7B and 7C.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
8. Student Representatives' Report — Motion to adopt PSBA's Principles for Governance and Leadership as outlined in the agenda.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the transfer of $326,250 from the General Fund Unassigned to the General Fund Assigned Fund (10).
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the Administration's recommendation to compensate Dominic Coccia, Tax Collector for the Borough of Conshohocken, $6,600 per year effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029. This…
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the stipulations to settle the assessment appeals of the properties outlined in the agenda.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to appoint Chris Epstein and William Winchester as Colonial School District's representatives to the Central Montco Technical High School's Joint Operating Committee (JOC) for a three year…
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the educational service contracts for the 2024-2025 school year as outlined in the agenda.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve a compensatory education settlement and release agreement. Due to student confidentiality, this agreement was reviewed in the executive session prior to this meeting.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve two release and placement agreements. Due to student confidentiality, these agreement were discussed in executive session.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve two settlement and release agreements. Due to student confidentiality, these agreement were discussed in executive session.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the board policies outlined in the agenda on a second read basis.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
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8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve the PWHS Program of Studies for the 2025-2026 school year as presented.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Motion to approve instructors and classes for the Plymouth Whitemarsh High School Adult Evening School Winter and Spring 2025 sessions as outlined in that attached memo from Jessica Lester dated…
7 yea · 1 abstain
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea · Sharon Marino abstain
10. Solicitor's Report — Motion to approve the conference requests listed in the agenda. These requests were reviewed at the January 13, 2025 Curriculum Committee Meeting.
8 yea
Beth Patruno yea · Gail Plant yea · William Winchester yea · Sharon Marino yea · Rick Carpenter yea · Mark Marsico yea · Jeremy Schwartz yea · Rasheda Randall yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee to discuss $326,250 fund balance transfer to meet state limit
The Colonial School District Finance Committee is discussing a proposed transfer of $326,250 from the General Fund Unassigned to the Assigned Fund to comply with the state's 8% unassigned fund balance limit. The committee will also consider authorizing negotiations to renew the tax collector contract for Dominic Coccia at $6,500 per year through 2029. Information items include a December 2024 budget comparison and the 2025-2026 budget development, with projected wage increases of 2.18%, benefits up 3.52%, and health insurance premiums rising approximately 7%.
- Transfer of $326,250 from General Fund Unassigned to Assigned Fund to meet state 8% cap
- Authorization to negotiate renewal of tax collector contract with Dominic Coccia at $6,500/year through June 2029
- 2025-2026 wages projected to increase 2.18%, benefits up 3.52%
- PSERS contribution rate rising to 34.00% for 2025-2026
- BMSHIC health insurance premiums estimated to increase 7%
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Mon Jan 13, 2025
Curriculum Committee of the Board Meeting
Committee to review annual achievement reports from two schools
The Curriculum Committee will discuss annual achievement data from CMS and PWHS, including presentations. They will also review a course of studies for PWHS and consider approving two conference trips for staff. Public comment will be heard on agenda items.
- Annual Achievement Reporting presentations from CMS and PWHS (PDF attached)
- Review of PWHS Course of Studies
- Conference approval for Beth Lynch and Dr. Melissa Figueroa Douglas to attend HBCU Fly-In in Atlanta, GA (Feb 17-19, 2025)
- Conference approval for Beth Lynch to attend George Mason Patriot Counselor Fly-In in Washington, DC (Mar 24-25, 2025)
- Public comment periods at start and end of meeting
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