Parkland School District public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will interview candidates to fill a board vacancy, potentially nominate and swear in a new member, and vote on several significant contracts including security upgrades, high school expansion agreements, and a maintenance truck purchase. The board will also consider a resolution to not raise taxes beyond the Act 1 index of 5.3% for 2024-2025, approve personnel changes, and set the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Interview and possible appointment of new board member to fill vacancy
- Approval of $338,324.22 for classroom door locks from Oak Security Group
- Approval of $14,662.15 for security cameras from TWG Security
- Approval of $161,021.98 for cybersecurity software from Trebron Security
- Approval of construction manager (Alvin H. Butz) and architect (Alloy 5) for High School Expansion
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will discuss an operations center presentation, proposed Program of Studies changes for 2024-25 at Parkland High School, an update on elementary conferences, athletic scoreboard replacement, authorization of attendance officers, an overnight field trip, and several business office items including a 2024-2025 Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution and entity budget presentations. The committee will also consider 2024 board meeting dates and other administrative matters. This is a working session; no final votes are listed.
- Operations Center Presentation by MKSD
- Program of Studies Changes for 2024-25 at PHS
- Athletic Scoreboard Replacement
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution
- Authorization of Attendance Officers
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will meet to discuss an operations center presentation, safety and security updates, technology updates, athletic scoreboard replacement, business office items including a 2024-2025 Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution, and other administrative matters. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Operations Center Presentation by MKSD
- Safety & Security Update with TWG Security and Oak Security Group, LLC
- Technology Update with Trebron Security, LLC
- Athletic Scoreboard Replacement
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The committee will review business office updates, including tax collections and budget forecasting. Discussions will also cover high school program changes and an athletic scoreboard replacement.
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Opt-Out Resolution
- Athletic scoreboard replacement
- High school program of studies changes for 2024-25
- Real estate tax collections update
- ESSER update
School Board Meeting - 7:15 p.m.
The Parkland School District School Board is meeting to consider routine personnel actions, including retirements, resignations, leaves of absence, and new hires. The board will also vote on appointments to the LCTI Joint Operating Committee and approve accounts payable. The agenda is largely administrative with no major policy decisions.
- Retirements: Nicholas Kessler (32 yrs), Gregory Poremba (30 yrs), Jill Wendling-Miller (25 yrs), Linda Bolasky (5 yrs), Carol Brandt (22 yrs), Anthony Saunders (4 yrs)
- New hires: Alexander Specht (Special Ed Teacher, $70,801), Skyler Bilous (Paraprofessional, $34,698), Kerry Kleintop (Paraprofessional, $34,698), Andrew Snyder (Paraprofessional, $34,698), Ricardo Parkins (School Vehicle Driver, $104.90/day), Raegan Roy (Food Services, $16.65/hr), Cassandra Eckert (Food Services, $16.65/hr)
- Appointments to LCTI Joint Operating Committee: Carol Facchiano and Chris Pirrotta for 3-year terms
- Approval of day-to-day substitute list for 2023-2024 school year
- Approval of accounts payable (Fund 10 and Fund 30)
Board Organization Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Board of Directors is holding its annual organization meeting to elect a temporary president, certify election results, administer the oath of office to new and re-elected members, and elect the board president and vice-president. The agenda is procedural, focused on board organization rather than policy decisions.
- Election of temporary president
- Certification of election results by Mrs. Leslie Frisbie
- Oath of office for newly-elected and re-elected board directors
- Election of board president and vice-president
- Public comment on agenda items
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on contracts for the Operations Core and Shell Expansion, including a $994,765 total in low bids, plus several professional service agreements. The board will also consider virtual German instruction contracts, a dual credit agreement with Cedar Crest College, and numerous personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and new hires.
- Award $994,765 in bids for Operations Core and Shell Expansion (BP-01 through BP-05)
- Approve $315,572 MKSD design services for new Operations Center
- Approve $15,000 Reuther + Bowen civil engineering services at Kernsville Elementary
- Approve $14,950 World of Learning Institute and $23,142 Educere virtual German instruction
- Approve retirements, resignations, and employment of personnel
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 several operational items, including the fleet replacement cycle, a natural gas consortium, a fuel bid, and various facilities contracts. The committee will also receive a preliminary 2024-2025 budget summary and hear public comment. The agenda includes an executive session for confidential matters.
- Fleet Replacement Cycle
- Natural Gas Consortium
- Fuel Bid
- Reuther + Bowen Civil Services
- 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Summary
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on teaching and learning, including Middle States accreditation, quotes for online learning services, a dual credit agreement with Cedar Crest College, and a math specialist job description. They will also review student services, a preliminary 2024-2025 budget, and overnight/out-of-state field trips. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session.
- Middle States Accreditation update
- Quotes for World of Learning Institute and Educere
- Cedar Crest College Dual Credit Agreement
- Math Specialist Job Description
- 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Summary
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to receive updates from the business office and superintendent. The main item is a preliminary budget summary for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting also includes public comment and will adjourn to an executive session for confidential business, real estate, and legal consultation.
- 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Summary
- Superintendent update from Dr. Mark Madson
- Public comment period
- Executive session for confidential agency business, real estate, and legal counsel
- Next P&F meeting scheduled for December 11, 2023
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board is meeting to consider a range of action items, including personnel changes (retirements, resignations, new hires), construction change orders for Kratzer Elementary School, a proposal to replace the clock system at Parkway Manor Elementary, and a recommendation to expel a student. The board will also review policies, approve the appointment of a tax collector, and handle routine approvals like minutes and accounts payable.
- Approval of construction change orders for Kratzer Elementary School: credits totaling $30,305 (Sean Byrne Construction -$10,000, Northeast Interior Systems -$15,140, S.A. Comunale -$5,165)
- Approval of $19,840 proposal from Berkshire Systems Group Inc. for clock system replacement at Parkway Manor Elementary School
- Employment of personnel including two school psychologists at $95,000 and $99,000 annual salaries, and multiple other hires
- Recommendation to expel Student 2024-1 for two calendar years
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Leon A. George II, School Buses, Inc. for weekly bus transportation at $300 per trip, grant-funded
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on teaching and learning, including beginning-of-year reading data, elementary world language, professional development, and 2023 PSSA/Keystone results. They will also consider an out-of-state field trip request and discuss the 2024-2025 Act 1 Index. Public comment is scheduled.
- Enhanced Core Reading Instruction (ECRI) update and beginning-of-year Acadience data
- Elementary World Language Experience (EWLE) 2023 update
- District PSSA/Keystone Summary 2023
- Out-of-state field trip request
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Index
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee will discuss the Capital Action Plan, review three construction change orders, consider a proposal from Berkshire Systems Group Inc., and hear about architect interviews for the high school addition. The committee will also receive updates on facilities, business office matters including the 2024-2025 Act 1 Index, and the superintendent's report. Public comment will be taken.
- Three construction change orders (items 3.01-3.03) for action
- Berkshire Systems Group Inc. proposal (item 3.04) for action
- Architect interviews for high school addition (item 3.05)
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Index discussion (item 4.01)
- Capital Action Plan update (item 2.01)
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss financial and personnel matters. The agenda includes updates on the 2024-2025 Act 1 Index, real estate tax collections and appeals, the Local Services Tax (LST) office, a deputy tax collector for Upper Macungie Township, ACA compliance, and the accounts payable cycle. The committee will also review board policy updates and receive a superintendent's update, followed by public comment.
- 2024-2025 Act 1 Index
- Real Estate Tax Collections & Appeals
- LST Tax Office Update
- Deputy Tax Collector for Upper Macungie Township
- ACA Compliance
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will consider several contracts and construction changes, including a 5-year weapon detection service from ZeroEyes at $72,500 annually, a storm drain installation at Springhouse, and a steel connection for the Operations Center expansion. They will also vote on personnel actions, including resignations, retirements, and new hires, and hear a feasibility study update from the superintendent.
- ZeroEyes weapon detection service: 5 years, $72,500/year
- Springhouse storm drain change order: +$37,836
- Operations Center steel connection change order: +$52,250
- Bid approval for Operations Center core and shell expansion
- First Student transportation extension through June 30, 2024
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on technology, teaching and learning, student services, special education, and the business office, including a 2024-2025 budget timeline. They will also discuss agreements for bilingual evaluations, special education supports, and a Delaware Valley University affiliation, plus a feasibility study and graduation agreement with PPL. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for real estate.
- SwipeK12 Attendance Scanning Solution technology update
- 2024-2025 Budget Timeline
- Agreement for Contracted Bilingual Psychoeducational Evaluation
- Agreement for Special Education Supports and Services
- Delaware Valley University Affiliation Agreement
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will receive updates from the Business Office on local services tax collections, real estate tax collections, the 2024-2025 budget timeline, grants as of June 30, 2023, and the Upper Macungie deputy tax collector. The committee will also review a board policy update, discuss PSBA officer candidates and insurance trustees, receive feedback on a feasibility study, and discuss the 2024 commencement agreement with PPL. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to an executive session for real estate matters.
- LST Office Update/Berkheimer
- Real Estate Tax Collections
- 2024-2025 Budget Timeline
- Grant Update as of June 30, 2023
- 2024 Commencement agreement with PPL
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on the 2023-2024 COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan, approve contracts for special education services, and consider various purchases and personnel changes. The agenda includes a feasibility study update and a review of district goals, alongside routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- Approval of COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan for 2023-2024
- Contracts with ABA Support Services, Lehigh Learning Academy, Behavioral Health Associates, Buxmont Academy, Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living, and Lehigh Carbon Community College for special education services
- Parchment LLC subscription for $10,730.00
- Apple Inc. quote for $39,962.87 for technology products
- Adult lunch price increase from $3.95 to $4.15
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will receive updates on the budget, ESSER monitoring, local services tax, and payroll procedures, review a board policy, hear a feasibility study recommendation, and review the 2023-24 health and safety plan. The meeting is informational and advisory; no votes are listed on the agenda.
- Budget update
- ESSER monitoring update
- LST tax office update
- Payroll and attendance procedural changes
- Feasibility study recommendation
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 several operational items, including a food services update on meal pricing and equipment purchases, a school services update with a construction change order, purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Express DuraCube Van, and contracts with Geo-Technology Associates and Weatherproofing Technologies, INC. The committee will also hear a feasibility study recommendation, a 2023-24 Health and Safety Plan presentation, and a superintendent update. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to an executive session for real estate.
- Construction change order (Action item)
- Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Express DuraCube Van (Action item)
- Approval of Geo-Technology Associates contract (Action item)
- Approval of Weatherproofing Technologies, INC contract
- Feasibility study recommendation presentation
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on teaching and learning, student services, technology, and overnight field trips. They will also review a feasibility study recommendation and the 2023-24 Health and Safety Plan. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for real estate.
- Agreements for Special Education Supports and Services
- Lehigh Carbon Community College Agreement
- Parchment District Transfer Agreement
- Apple Device Refresh
- 2023-2024 Health & Safety Plan
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on a range of administrative items, including personnel appointments and resignations, several service agreements, and second-reading approval of multiple board policies. The board will also consider shutting down the Local Services Tax Office and approving an expulsion recommendation.
- Approval of Overdrive Consortium Agreement with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21 at $2,200/year
- Approval of agreement amendment with Maxim Healthcare Services for rate changes for healthcare staff
- Approval of service agreement with Mid-Atlantic Rehabilitation Services for mental health assessments
- Personnel items: hires, resignations, retirements, and salary changes (e.g., new teachers, paraprofessionals)
- Second reading and approval of 9 board policies, including home education and data security
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will vote on adopting the 2023-2024 General Fund budget of $230,393,549 with a real estate tax rate of 16.30 mills, along with a homestead/farmstead exclusion resolution. The board will also hear a feasibility study update from RLPS Architects, approve various contracts and purchases, and set cafeteria prices for the upcoming school year.
- Adoption of General Fund Budget for 2023-2024: $230,393,549 expenditures, 16.30 mills tax rate
- Approval of Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion Resolution for 2023-2024
- Renewal of nursing services agreement with Bayada Home Health Care at $60.00/hour
- Approval of Operations Center construction documents with South Whitehall Township
- Cafeteria prices for 2023-2024: elementary lunch $2.70, secondary lunch $2.95
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee will discuss the 2023-2024 budget, insurance renewal, and a capital reserve transfer, among other financial items. They will also review board policy updates and consider agreements for sports medicine and a natatorium scoreboard sponsorship. The meeting is open for public comment.
- 2023-2024 Budget discussion
- Insurance Renewal
- Capital Reserve Transfer
- Sports Medicine and School Health Needs Services Agreement
- Natatorium Scoreboard Sponsorship Agreement
Parkland School Board Meeting
The Parkland School Board will consider adopting the proposed final general fund budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, with total expenditures of $230,387,002 and a real estate tax rate of 16.30 mills. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a $13.88M operations center construction package, technology purchases, and personnel items. Public comment on agenda items is scheduled, and the meeting includes recognitions and reports.
- Adoption of proposed final budget: $230,387,002 expenditures, 16.30 mills tax rate
- Approval of $13,879,863.03 in bids for new Operations Center (17 bid packages)
- Approval of $168,962.63 IntegraONE storage area network refresh at Parkland High School
- Approval of $144,523.00 CXtec phone handset upgrade district-wide
- Approval of $510,615.61 parking lot repair at Springhouse Middle School
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Buildings and Grounds Committee is meeting to discuss technology proposals, construction change orders and bids, a budget update, and a feasibility study update. The agenda lists specific proposals from vendors for IT equipment and flooring, as well as bids for parking lot, sidewalk, concrete, and landscape work. The meeting will also include public comment and an executive session for litigation.
- Proposal from IntegraONE for HPE Storage Area Network Refresh
- Proposal from CXtec for Cisco IP Phones
- Proposal from CDW-G for Administrative Assistant Laptops
- Construction Change Orders and bids for Springhouse parking lot, Kernsville sidewalk/canopy, Operations Center concrete and landscape
- 2023-2024 Budget Update and PESPA MOU-Summer Hours
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will hear updates on teaching and learning, including a grammar tool, PSSA opt-out numbers, summer camps, and upcoming events. It will also review a special education transportation agreement, the 2023-2024 budget, a summer hours MOU, an overnight field trip, and a feasibility study. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session for litigation.
- Grammar supplemental tool for ELA
- PSSA opt out numbers
- 2023-2024 budget update
- PESPA MOU on summer hours
- Overnight field trip review
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to review financial updates including ESSER funding, banking, bond refinancing, and agreements with law firms King Spry and Fox Rothschild, plus a rental agreement with Bethlehem Area School District. The committee will also consider approval of Act 80 days for the 2022-2023 calendar and receive superintendent updates on ethics forms, a budget seminar, a foundation gala, and a CLIU board ballot. Public comment is scheduled, followed by an executive session.
- ESSER funding summary review
- Bond refinancing update
- King Spry and Fox Rothschild agreements
- Bethlehem Area School District rental agreement
- Act 80 calendar approval for 2022-2023
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will hear updates from school services, technology, safety and security, and the superintendent. Items include a construction change order, purchase of two vehicles, software license agreements, and a safety technology contract. The meeting is primarily informational and advisory, with no final votes expected.
- Construction change order
- Purchase of one 2023 Chevrolet 2500 Cargo Van
- Purchase of one 2014 Ford F-350 XLT Utility Truck
- License and hosting agreement with Transfinder Corp.
- License and hardware agreement with Samsara, Inc.
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023-2024 budget, a CLIU cost summary, and board policy updates. The superintendent will provide an update, and the committee will consider an ethics form. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to an executive session for confidential agency business.
- 2023-2024 Budget Update
- CLIU Cost Summary
- Board Policy Updates
- Ethics Form
- Public Comment
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including dual credit agreements with Penn State and Seton Hall, a quote for Acer Chromebooks for elementary teachers, and a D.A.R.E. services agreement. The agenda also includes updates on technology, safety, special education, and the 2023-2024 budget, plus authorization of attendance officers and review of overnight field trips.
- Dual Credit Affiliation Agreement with Penn State University
- Seton Hall Dual Credit Agreement
- Quote from CDW-G to Purchase Acer Chromebooks for Elementary Teachers
- Agreement for Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Services
- 2023-2024 Budget 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 a range of facilities, safety, and technology items. These include construction change orders, engineering quotes for parking lot and sidewalk work, stage curtain replacements, camera purchases for buses, and a Chromebook purchase quote. The committee will also receive updates on the 2023-2024 budget and other administrative matters.
- Construction change orders
- Cowan Associates quote for parking lot restoration at Springhouse
- Cowan Associates quote for sidewalk reconstruction and canopy installation at Kernsville
- Quote from Pro-Vision for cameras for new buses
- Quote from CDW-G for Lenovo Chromebooks for students
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Personnel and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss financial statements, bond pricing, budget summaries, and other business office updates. They will also review board policy updates, the 2023-2024 school calendar, a resolution designating official holidays, and the health and safety plan. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session.
- Acceptance of financial statements as of June 30, 2022
- Update on bond pricing
- Approval of 2023-2024 school calendar
- Resolution designating five official local school district holidays
- Health and safety plan review
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposal to eliminate mid-term exams at the high school, approval of the 2023-2024 school calendar, and updates on student services, teaching and learning, and the budget. The agenda also includes routine items such as field trip reviews and the health and safety plan.
- Proposal to eliminate mid-term exams at Parkland High School
- Approval of 2023-2024 school calendar and resolution designating five official local school district holidays
- Student services updates with Maxim Healthcare Services, Pinebrook Family Answers, and Caron Foundation
- Finalsite Agreement for communications
- Entity budget summary and Auditor General School Reserves Report
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 several operational items, including restructuring the food services department, a leased fiber agreement, network switch purchases, construction change orders, the capital improvements timeline, fuel bids, and the 2023-2024 school calendar. The committee will also review the entity budget summary, an auditor general report on school reserves, the health and safety plan, and other administrative matters. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting will adjourn to executive session for personnel, real estate, and confidential agency business.
- Restructuring of Food Services Department
- Service Electric Leased Lit Fiber Agreement
- IntegraONE Aruba Network Switches
- Construction Change Orders
- Approval of Parkland School District Calendar for 2023-2024
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
The Buildings and Grounds Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a construction change order, a feasibility study timeline, a capital improvements plan timeline, and a 2023-2024 budget update. They will also consider an Act 1 resolution to stay within the index and discuss an upcoming general obligation bond. The meeting includes updates on community relations, safety and security, and school services.
- Proposal from Class Intercom
- Administration Center Camera Project
- Construction Change Order
- Act 1 Resolution to Stay Within The Index
- Upcoming General Obligation Bond
Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Parkland School District Personnel and Finance Committee will meet to discuss the 2023-2024 budget, an Act 1 resolution to stay within the index, an upcoming general obligation bond, ESSER funding, and real estate tax collections. They will also review a proposal from Class Intercom, a feasibility study timeline, and board policy updates. The meeting includes public comment and is scheduled for January 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
- 2023-2024 Budget Update (information)
- Act 1 Resolution to Stay Within The Index (action)
- Upcoming General Obligation Bond
- ESSER Funding Update
- Real Estate Tax Collections
Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee Meeting - 7:30 a.m.
The Parkland School District Academics, Arts and Athletics Committee is meeting to discuss several teaching and learning updates, including an elementary after-school math tutoring program, the Title 1 Family Program, Camp Quest 2023, and a follow-up on the Standards Aligned System (SAS) Conference. They will also hear a community relations proposal from Class Intercom, review a feasibility study timeline, and receive updates on homeless monitoring, overnight field trips, and the business office. The agenda is mostly informational and discussion-oriented, with no votes or contracts listed.
- Elementary After School Math Tutoring Program
- Title 1 Family Program
- Camp Quest 2023
- Proposal from Class Intercom
- Feasibility Study Timeline
Special Parkland School Board Meeting - 7:00PM
The Parkland School Board is holding a special meeting to fill a board vacancy created by the resignation of Jarrett C. Coleman. The board will vote on appointing Robert E. Bold, followed by the administration of the oath of office. This is a procedural meeting focused solely on the appointment.
- Appointment of Robert E. Bold as School Board Director to fill vacancy
- Effective January 3, 2023, until first Monday of December 2023
- Oath of office administered per Public School Code