Parkland School District public meetings in 2022
48 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will consider approving a $3,395,819 contract with the McClure Company to replace all HVAC systems at Parkway Manor Elementary School, funded by ESSER and Capital Projects funds. The board will also vote on accepting a resignation, approving several bids and purchases, and adopting governance principles. Other items include personnel changes, field trips, and committee reports.
- Approve $3,395,819 contract with McClure Company for Parkway Manor HVAC replacement
- Accept resignation of Board Director Jarrett C. Coleman effective December 20, 2022
- Approve $1,173,627 bid for nine 72-passenger buses and $113,868 for one 36-passenger bus from Rohrer Bus Sales
- Approve $16,476.36 agreement with TWG Security for cameras at Kratzer Elementary
- Approve overnight field trips: PHS Girls Basketball to Orlando, FL (Dec 26-30) and District 10 Chorus to Bangor, PA (Jan 12-14)
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several operational items, including a food services update on replacing a steamer at Parkway Manor, a school services update covering a change order, a contract for HVAC replacement, a janitorial proposal, and bus bids. The committee will also review technology additions at Kratzer Elementary, a transportation plan with Lehigh County, and set 2023 board meeting dates. The agenda includes public comment and other business items.
- Replace steamer at Parkway Manor
- Change order
- McClure Company contract for Parkway Manor HVAC replacement
- Proposal from Northeast Janitorial
- Approval of bus bids
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee is meeting to review district data, student services updates, and overnight/out-of-state field trips. The committee will also discuss 2023 board meeting dates, a superintendent update, and other business items. This is a discussion and review meeting, not a final decision-making body.
- 21-22 district data review
- Memorandum of Understanding with Department of Veterans Affairs
- Review of overnight and out-of-state field trips
- 2023 board meeting dates
- PSBA Principles for Governance and Leadership
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will hear a Business Office update covering audited financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, asset disposal, software conversion, tax office software lease renewal, entity budget presentations, and a substitute mechanic helper rate. They will also discuss 2023 board meeting dates, receive a superintendent update, and consider other business items. Public comment is scheduled.
- Audited financial statements as of June 30, 2022
- Disposal of assets
- Software conversion update
- Tax office software lease renewal
- Substitute mechanic helper rate
School Board Meeting - 7:15 p.m.
The Parkland School District School Board is meeting to vote on personnel items including retirements, resignations, new hires, and leaves of absence, as well as second readings of two board policies. The board will also consider approving overnight field trips, an expulsion agreement, and accounts payable. Several reports from committees and partner organizations are on the agenda.
- Approval of overnight field trips: PHS Political Science Club to Ivy League Model UN Conference (Philadelphia, Jan 26-29, 2023) and PHS Indoor Color Guard/Percussion (Wildwood, NJ, May 3-7, 2023)
- Personnel actions: retirements of three PHS staff (Coronati, Waylen, Poremba), resignation of bus driver Carfagna, rescission of Bender's lacrosse coach appointment, and multiple new hires including teachers, aides, custodian, and bus drivers
- Second reading and approval of Board Policies 236.1 (Threat Assessment) and 805 (Emergency Preparedness and Response)
- Recommendation for expulsion of student 2023-3
- Approval of accounts payable list
Board Organization Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
This is the annual board organization meeting where the Parkland School District Board of Directors will elect a temporary president, a board president, and a vice president. The agenda is procedural, focused on officer elections and the seating of the new president, with no policy or financial items listed.
- Election of a temporary board president
- Election of board president
- Election of board vice-president
- Seating of board president
- Public comment on agenda items
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on multiple contracts, including healthcare staffing, bilingual psychoeducational evaluations, and an HVAC upgrade at Jaindl Elementary School. They will also consider applying for a Safe Schools grant, approve numerous personnel actions, and adopt a resolution for Act 57 tax waivers.
- Approve staffing agreement with General Healthcare Resources, LLC for nursing services
- Approve $30,855 HVAC upgrade at Jaindl Elementary School funded by ESSER
- Approve $15,847 purchase of five evacuation chairs from MAX-Ability, Inc.
- Approve resolution to implement Act 57 allowing late tax penalty waivers
- Approve personnel items including retirements, resignations, and new hires
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee is meeting to discuss safety and security items, including a grant application and evacuation chair purchases. They will also receive updates on school services, including a building automation system and an elementary school portico design, plus business office budget information. The meeting includes public comment and ends with an executive session.
- Approval to apply for a grant
- Purchase of Garaventa Evacu-Trac evacuation chairs
- Building automation system at Jaindl
- Portico design at Schnecksville Elementary
- 2021-2022 budget variances and 2023-2024 preliminary budget summary
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on program of studies changes for 2023-24, material resources, English learner numbers, and staffing agreements for healthcare and psychological services. They will also review the 2021-2022 budget variances and the preliminary 2023-2024 budget summary, along with a portico design at Schnecksville Elementary and overnight field trips. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to executive session.
- Program of Studies changes for 2023-24 high school and middle school
- General Healthcare Resources staffing agreement
- Sharp Ross PsychEd services
- 2021-2022 budget variances and fund balance commitments
- 2023-2024 preliminary budget summary
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will hear a Business Office update covering 2021-2022 budget variances, the 2023-2024 preliminary budget, ESSER funding, an Act 57 resolution, and GOB 2018 refinancing. The committee will also review board policy updates, discuss a portico design at Schnecksville Elementary, and receive a material resource review. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to executive session.
- 2021-2022 budget variances and fund balance commitments
- 2023-2024 preliminary budget summary
- ESSER update
- Act 57 resolution
- GOB 2018 refinancing update
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will consider approving a resolution to issue up to $11.5 million in general obligation bonds to refinance existing debt, and will vote on a $169,284.59 furniture purchase for the Kratzer Elementary renovation. The board will also act on personnel items, including retirements, resignations, leaves, and new hires, and consider a student expulsion.
- Approval of $11.5M bond refinancing resolution
- Purchase of school furniture for Kratzer Elementary from Tanner Furniture for $169,284.59
- Personnel actions: retirements, resignations, leaves, and new hires
- Agreement with Upper Macungie Township for School Resource Officers
- Recommendation to expel Student 2023-2 for one year
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss financial and policy matters, including a potential refinancing opportunity, the 2023-2024 Act 1 Index, a banking update, and the 2021-2022 audit. The committee will also review board policy updates and receive a superintendent update. Public comment is scheduled. No votes are listed on the agenda.
- Refinancing opportunity discussion
- 2023-2024 Act 1 Index review
- Banking update
- 2021-2022 audit update
- Board policy updates
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will receive updates on school services, including a furniture quote for Kratzer, capital repairs, a Guaranteed Energy Savings Act project introduction, and a new operations center. The superintendent will also provide an update, and public comment will be heard. The meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2022, at 5:00 p.m.
- Quote from Tanner Furniture for Kratzer
- Capital repairs update
- Guaranteed Energy Savings Act project introduction
- New operations center discussion
- Public comment period
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will receive updates from the Office of Teaching and Learning and the Superintendent, followed by public comment. Items include Math in Focus parent nights, elementary world language, ESL fall gathering, Parkland Academy offerings, and administrative assistant professional development. The meeting is informational with no votes scheduled.
- Math in Focus (MIF) Parent Nights update
- Elementary World Language Experience fall update
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Fall Gathering
- Fall Parkland Academy offerings
- Administrative Assistant Professional Development
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on multiple contracts for special education services, approve construction change orders, and consider personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and new hires. They will also hear a presentation on the design of a new Operations Center and approve overnight field trips.
- Contracts with ABA Support Services, Lehigh Learning Academy, Behavioral Health Associates, Buxmont Academy, Hogan Learning Academy, and LVCIL for special education services (2022-2023)
- Quote from Colorado Time Systems for LED swim scoreboard at Parkland High School natatorium (funded by Capital Projects Fund)
- Construction change orders: Kratzer Classroom Addition (net -$2,975) and Kernsville Asphalt Playground Repair (-$5,613.80)
- Quote from PRO-VISION for 28 back-up camera systems for snow/work trucks at $40,740
- Personnel items: retirements, resignations, leaves, and new hires including teachers, paraprofessionals, and bus drivers
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will receive updates on teaching and learning, including a Math in Focus professional development plan and an online learning report, and discuss replacing the swim scoreboard. The committee will also review the 2023-2024 budget timeline, school mental health and safety grants, affiliation agreements with Lehigh Carbon Community College and Bloomsburg University, and a graduation agreement with PPL for 2023 commencement. Additionally, the committee will discuss overnight field trips and consider recommending PSBA officer candidates and trustees for board vote.
- Math in Focus Professional Development Plan update
- Replacement of swim scoreboard
- 2023-2024 Budget Timeline
- School Mental Health & Safety and Security Grants
- Affiliation agreements with Lehigh Carbon Community College and Bloomsburg University/Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will hear updates on electricity consortium, construction change orders, 2022 capital projects, and a bus camera quote. They will also discuss the 2023-2024 budget timeline, a graduation agreement with PPL, and PSBA officer candidate recommendations. The meeting includes public comment and is scheduled for September 12, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
- Electricity Consortium update by Mrs. Leslie Frisbie
- Construction Change Orders and 2022 Capital Projects Update by Mr. Erik Troutman
- PRO-VISION Quote for Bus Cameras by Dr. Anthony Naradko
- 2023-2024 Budget Timeline by Mrs. Leslie Frisbie
- 2023 Commencement agreement with PPL by Dr. Mark Madson
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Personnel and Finance Committee will review grant applications, including school mental health and safety grants, and receive updates on real estate tax collections, the 2023-2024 budget timeline, and a swim scoreboard replacement. The committee will also discuss board policy updates, a graduation agreement with PPL, and recommend candidates for PSBA officer elections and insurance trustees.
- Grant applications for School Mental Health & Safety and Security Grants
- Real Estate Tax Collections update
- 2023-2024 Budget Timeline
- Replacement of Swim Scoreboard
- Recommendation to vote for PSBA officer slate and insurance trustees
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on the district's COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan for the 2022-2023 school year, which includes in-person instruction and authorizes the superintendent to make future changes. The board will also consider several technology purchases, construction change orders, and a large list of personnel actions including hires, resignations, and leaves.
- Approval of COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan for 2022-2023
- Apple Inc. computer purchase quote for $27,635.00
- Swank Movie Licensing annual license for $11,900.00
- Construction change orders: net add of $9,784.00 (Kratzer) and credits at Schnecksville
- HVAC upgrade at Kernsville Elementary via Eccotrol proposal
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the district budget, grant applications, real estate tax collections, and a cell tower agreement extension. The committee will also hear an enrollment update and a presentation on revisions to the 2022-23 Health and Safety Plan. Public comment is scheduled.
- Budget update
- Grant applications
- Real estate tax collections
- Cell tower agreement extension
- Revisions to 2022-23 Health & Safety Plan
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on summer camps, professional development, PSSA data, and the Parkland Virtual Academy. They will also review special education agreements, a technology purchase, and revisions to the 2022-23 Health and Safety Plan. The meeting includes public comment and is scheduled for August 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
- Summer camp and professional development updates
- PSSA data review
- Agreements for special education supports and services
- Apple MacBook Air laptop purchase
- Revisions to 2022-23 Health & Safety Plan
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet to receive updates on school services, including a sewer pump update, construction change orders, an HVAC preventative maintenance agreement, and capital projects. They will also hear a presentation on revisions to the 2022-23 Health and Safety Plan and receive a superintendent update. The meeting is informational and advisory, with no final votes scheduled.
- Veterans Memorial Sewer Pump update
- Construction change orders
- Tustin Mechanical HVAC preventative maintenance agreement
- Building Automation System at Kernville
- Revisions to 2022-23 Health & Safety Plan
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on several administrative items, including a Pre-K Counts agreement for early childhood education, a $2,000 Overdrive consortium fee, a $14,453 SchoolMessenger renewal, and a resolution for temporary COVID-19 emergency provisions. The board will also consider a large list of personnel hires, resignations, and status changes, as well as second readings of three board policies. Public comment is scheduled on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Approval of Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program Agreement with Community Services for Children, Inc. for 2022-2023
- Approval of $2,000 annual fee for Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 Overdrive Consortium Agreement
- Approval of $14,453 quote from Intrado for SchoolMessenger Complete renewal
- Personnel items: multiple hires, resignations, and status changes, including new teachers and paraprofessionals
- Second reading and approval of Board Policies 237 (Electronic Devices), 808 (Food Services), 913 (Non-school Organizations)
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on adopting the 2022-2023 General Fund budget of $216,244,747 with a real estate tax rate of 15.90 mills, plus a special library tax of 0.1 mills. The board will also consider numerous contracts and purchases, including technology, math curriculum materials, and a school restroom construction bid. Several student recognitions and approvals of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Adoption of 2022-2023 General Fund Budget: $216,244,747 expenditures, 15.90 mills tax rate
- Levy of annual Special Library Tax at 0.1 mills for 2022-2023
- Apple hardware refresh purchase: $73,909.00 (ESSER III funded)
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt K-6 digital math licenses: $860,440.18 (6-year subscription)
- Valley Builders bid for Ironton Elementary restroom: $81,835.00
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will discuss technology refreshes, including Apple hardware and classroom software. The meeting also includes a business office update regarding the upcoming school year budget and physical education bids.
- Apple Hardware Technology Refresh update
- NetRef Classroom Management Software update
- 2022-2023 Budget update
- Award of bids for Middle and Elementary School Physical Education
- Quote from Dollamur for wrestling mats
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet to discuss construction change orders, bids for a kindergarten classroom restroom at Ironton, a dust collection quote for Parkland High School, and a software agreement for bus fleet maintenance. The committee will also receive updates on technology projects, food service finances and meal prices for 2022-2023, and the 2022-2023 budget. Public comment will be taken.
- Construction change orders
- Bids for Ironton Kindergarten Classroom Restroom
- Quote from Donaldson Company for dust collection at PHS
- Software agreement from GE Software for bus fleet maintenance
- Meal prices for 2022-2023
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will receive a Business Office update regarding the upcoming school year budget, insurance renewals, and tax collection. The meeting also includes reviews of Memorandums of Understanding for health room aides and support staff pay cycles.
- 2022-2023 Budget update
- Memorandum of Understanding for Health Room Aides
- Memorandum of Understanding for Support Staff Pay Cycles
- Review of Board Policy updates
- Delinquent Tax Collection-Portnoff update
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board is meeting to consider adopting the proposed final general fund budget for fiscal year 2022-2023, which includes $216,244,747 in expenditures and a real estate tax rate of 15.90 mills. The board will also vote on several contracts and purchases, including technology upgrades, construction services, and school improvements. Public comment on agenda items is scheduled.
- Adoption of proposed final general fund budget of $216,244,747 with real estate tax rate of 15.90 mills
- Approval of $99,275 quote from CDW-G for 275 Airtame 2 wireless display devices
- Approval of $1,238,471 construction management fee for new Operations Center
- Award of $100,450 bid for Cetronia Elementary School flooring replacement
- Approval of $189,810 for 185 Lenovo laptops for middle school teachers
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will meet to receive business office updates from Mrs. Leslie Frisbie. The agenda includes discussions on the 2022-2023 budget, annual appointments, and board policy reviews.
- 2022-2023 Budget Update
- Designation of Financial Depositories
- Cell Tower Agreement Extension
- Board Policy Updates
- PSBA Renewal
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a range of facilities and technology items, including construction projects, equipment purchases, and a school resource officer agreement. The agenda includes updates from school services, safety and security, technology, business office, and the superintendent. The meeting will also include public comment and an executive session for litigation.
- Bids for Kernsville Asphalt Playground Mill and Overlay Project
- Bids for Cetronia Flooring Project and Parkway Manor Flooring Project
- Quote from Pro-Vision to purchase 10 camera systems for new buses
- Proposal from Comm-Tech to replace OMS Auditorium house lighting
- Agreement with South Whitehall Township for School Resource Officer
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will review several departmental updates including technology, student services, and the business office. Discussions include proposed mathematics resource purchases and the 2022-2023 budget update.
- Proposed Mathematics Resource Purchases
- Lehigh Carbon Community College Dual Enrollment Annual Agreement
- 2021-2024 Special Education Plan
- 2022-2023 Technology Education Supply Bid
- 2022-2023 Budget Update
Parkland Special School Board Meeting
The Parkland Special School Board meeting on April 29, 2022, will consider personnel changes and a equipment purchase. The board is expected to approve the employment of a new high school principal and a director of student services, as well as a quote for a commercial lawn mower.
- Approve Matthew A. Carlson as Director of Student Services, effective July 1, 2022, at $120,000/year, replacing retiring Brenda DeRenzo
- Approve Nathan T. Davidson as Principal at Parkland High School, effective July 1, 2022, at $144,000/year, replacing James Moniz
- Approve quote from Whitehall Turf Equipment for one Exmark Lazer 44-hp mower, 12-ft cutting width, for $59,284, funded from Capital Projects Fund
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will discuss school services updates, including agreements for the Kratzer Classroom Addition Project, bids for a new radio antenna tower at Schnecksville Elementary School, and bids to reconstruct the parking lot at Cetronia Elementary School. They will also consider a lawn equipment purchase and receive updates from the superintendent. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for litigation.
- South Whitehall Township Agreements for the Kratzer Classroom Addition Project
- Bids to Install a New Radio Antenna Tower at Schnecksville Elementary School
- Bids to Reconstruct Parking Lot at Cetronia Elementary School
- Lawn Equipment Purchase
- Ethics Forms due by April 29, 2022
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to review several business office updates, including a legal services agreement and a single audit report. The agenda also includes an update from the Superintendent and approval of the Act 80 calendar.
- Legal Services Agreement with Dickie McCamey & Chilcote P.C.
- Single Audit Report for the period ending June 30, 2021
- Approval of Act 80 Calendar for 2021-2022
- LCTI Agreement for National School Lunch Program Coordination
- Deputy Tax Collector-South Whitehall Township update
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on curriculum and instruction, student services, and community relations. They will also discuss the PowerSchool invoice, award bids for art supplies, and consider overnight field trips. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for litigation.
- Math Club review and feedback
- Elementary online program for 2022-2023
- Keystone Testing Schedule
- Act 158 Graduation Requirements
- Award of bids for art supplies for 2022-2023
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board met to discuss the 2022-2023 budget update and upcoming staffing needs. The agenda includes several contract approvals, personnel changes, and infrastructure quotes.
- Approval of a $338,931.00 quote from CDW-G LLC for student Chromebook replacements using ESSER funds
- Motion to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement extension with the Parkland Education Support Professionals Association through June 3/30, 2024
- Approval of a $13,634.70 quote from BSN Sports for a Lynx Timing System
- Review of the 2022-2023 Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 budget, including Parkland's $205,536 proposed contribution
- Approval of a Trail Easement Agreement with South Whitehall Township for the Jordan Creek Greenway
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on technology, curriculum, and student services, and consider approval of the 2022-2023 school calendar and related holiday resolutions. The agenda includes items on attendance officers, an athletics timing system, overnight field trips, and a driver education program. Most items are listed as updates or discussion topics, with no specific dollar amounts or detailed proposals provided in the agenda text.
- Gmail Migration Plan
- Approval of Parkland School District Calendar for 2022-2023
- Adoption of Resolution Designating Five Official Local School District Holidays
- Authorization of Attendance Officers
- Athletics Timing System
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will review technology updates regarding a Gmail migration plan. The Business Office will also provide updates on the 2022-2023 entity budgets and mail machine equipment.
- Gmail Migration Plan update
- Review of 2022-2023 Entity Budgets
- Discussion regarding Mail Machine and Folder/Inserter Machines
- Berkheimer Resolution for Authorized User
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee is meeting to receive updates on school services, technology, and the superintendent. Agenda items include a Jordan Creek Greenway Trail easement agreement, new bus garage construction, a Gmail migration plan, and a student Chromebook refresh. The meeting also includes public comment and a reminder that ethics forms are due April 29, 2022.
- Jordan Creek Greenway Trail Easement Agreement
- New Bus Garage Construction Update
- Gmail Migration Plan
- CDW-G Student Chromebook Refresh
- ePlus UPS Battery Replacements
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will consider approving construction bids totaling $8,444,863 for a classroom addition at Kratzer Elementary School, along with several other building and grounds contracts. The board will also review mid-year district goals, approve summer school dates, and act on personnel items including retirements, resignations, and new hires.
- Award of $8,444,863 in construction bids for Kratzer Elementary School classroom addition
- Approval of $42,887.01 for new and replacement security cameras at Schnecksville Elementary School
- Approval of service agreement with Service Electric Cable TV for data transmission at $1,250/month for 5 years
- Approval of summer school program dates from June 27 to August 4, 2022
- Approval of overnight field trip to PMEA Region V Band Festival in Newville, PA
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is reviewing the 7% spending plan for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund. The meeting also includes updates on real estate taxes, bond borrowing, and a software lease agreement.
- Review of ESSER Fund 7% Spending Plan
- 2022-2023 Budget Update regarding Real Estate Taxes
- Local Services Tax (LST) Software Lease Agreement action item
- General Obligation Bond (GOB) 2022 Borrowing Update
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several facilities and technology items. These include the ESSER Fund 7% spending plan, a data transmission agreement, security cameras, construction change orders, bids for the Kratzer classroom addition, and proposals for parking lot and bus loop projects. The meeting also includes updates from the superintendent and public comment.
- ESSER Fund 7% spending plan
- Service Electric data transmission agreement
- Schnecksville Elementary security cameras
- Construction change orders and Kratzer classroom addition bids
- Cowan Associates proposals for Cetronia parking lot and Fogelsville bus loop
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will discuss the ESSER Fund 7% spending plan, receive curriculum and instruction updates, and consider an overnight field trip. The meeting includes public comment and other business items.
- ESSER Fund 7% spending plan presentation
- Puberty and Reproductive Health Parent Program update
- Math Week update
- Elementary Camp Quest expansion and summer camps
- Overnight field trip request
Special Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board is holding a special meeting to fill a vacancy on the board. The board will adopt a protocol for the process, interview candidates, nominate a candidate, and administer the oath of office to the new director.
- Adoption of protocol to govern filling board vacancy under School Code Section 407
- Interviews of school board candidates
- Nomination of school board candidate(s)
- Installation and administration of oath of office for new school board director
Parkland School Board Meeting ***NOTE LOCATION CHANGE: Springhouse Middle School Auditorium ***
The Parkland School Board will consider several significant items, including a resolution to issue up to $16.5 million in general obligation bonds, a budget opt-out resolution limiting any 2022-2023 tax increase to 3.4%, and approval of Revision #2 of the district's COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan. The board will also accept the resignation of board member David M. Kennedy and act on numerous personnel items, including retirements, resignations, and new hires.
- Resolution to issue up to $16,500,000 in General Obligation Bonds
- Budget opt-out resolution: no tax increase above 3.4% index for 2022-2023
- Approval of Revision #2 of COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan
- Accept resignation of David M. Kennedy from School Board
- Contract with Aveanna Healthcare for nursing services at $50/hour ($75 for substitutes)
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will hear a presentation on a Parameters Resolution for planned borrowing for capital projects and consider action on it. They will also receive updates on the 2022-2023 budget timeline and budget, and consider a Budget Opt-Out Resolution and action on deputy tax collectors. Policy reviews and other administrative items are also on the agenda.
- Parameters Resolution for borrowing for Capital Projects (Action)
- 2022-2023 Revised Budget Timeline (Information)
- 2022-2023 Budget Update (Information)
- Budget Opt-Out Resolution (Action)
- Deputy Tax Collectors (Action)
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will hear updates on school services, including a washing machine purchase and stormwater management, and receive a business office update on the 2022-2023 budget timeline and budget update. The committee will take action on a parameters resolution for borrowing for capital projects and a budget opt-out resolution. The meeting also includes a superintendent update, public comment, and an executive session for personnel.
- Purchase of replacement washing machine
- Stormwater management facilities update
- Parameters Resolution for borrowing for capital projects (action item)
- 2022-2023 revised budget timeline (information)
- Budget Opt-Out Resolution (action item)
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on technology, curriculum, and business operations. Key items include a Gmail migration plan, a parameters resolution for capital project borrowing, and a revised 2022-2023 budget timeline. The committee will also discuss unfinished teaching analysis and professional development academies.
- Gmail Migration Plan presented by JR Renna
- Parameters Resolution for borrowing for Capital Projects (action item)
- 2022-2023 Revised Budget Timeline (information)
- Budget Opt-Out Resolution (action item)
- Ethics forms due by April 29, 2022