Pittsburgh Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Legislative Meeting

The board will vote on accepting multiple grants, including a $7.8 million ARP ESSER grant for after-school, summer school, and learning loss interventions. It will also set 2022 tax rates (realty transfer, real estate, earned income, homestead) and approve the 2022 General Fund budget. Other action items include acceptance of an Early Head Start grant and submission of a Homeless II grant application.

• Acceptance of $7,788,412 ARP ESSER grant for evidence-based interventions addressing learning loss, after-school, and summer school
• 2022 General Fund Budget adoption
• 2022 Real Estate Tax rate setting
• Acceptance of $235,156 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships Expansion Grant for year 4
• Submission of $667,693 Homeless II (HCY II) grant application from the American Rescue Plan

The Board approved the acceptance of a $7.7 million state educational agency grant and several smaller grants for early childhood and STEAM programs. It also authorized contracts for social-emotional enrichment, a school musical, and COVID-19 vaccination services for children ages 5-11.

• Accepted $7,788,412 ARP ESSER 7% State Educational Agency Grant
• Accepted $235,156 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships Expansion Grant
• Approved $14,700 contract for social-emotional enrichment at Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 (8-1)
• Authorized $667,693 grant application for Homeless II (HCY II) Funds
• Approved contract for Laura Irene Young to direct 'Peter Pan' at Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 not to exceed $4,000
• Amended UPMC Vaccination Agreement to include children ages 5-11
• Amended Crossroads Speech & Hearing, Inc. contract to increase total not to exceed $300,000
• Accepted $461.38 donation from Carrick HS Class of 1971 Alumni for school library

Agenda Review Meeting

The Board of Directors will vote on several grant awards, most notably a $7.8 million American Rescue Plan ESSER grant to fund after-school, summer school, and learning loss initiatives. Other significant grants include $667,693 for homeless youth services and $235,156 for Early Head Start partnerships. The agenda also includes contract renewals and smaller foundation grants.

• Accept $7,788,412 ARP ESSER 7% State Educational Agency Grant for after-school, summer school, and learning loss programs
• Accept $667,693 Homeless II (HCY II) Grant from ARP to support homeless students with transportation and wraparound services
• Accept $235,156 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships Expansion Grant to serve 7 children ages birth to 3
• Renew $14,000 contract with Panorama for Teaching and Learning Conditions Survey platform and data storage
• Approve contracts with multiple providers for enrichment and intervention at Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8

Board Organization Meeting

This is a board organization meeting where newly elected directors are sworn in and officers are elected. The board voted on temporary and permanent officers, including president, vice presidents, secretary, assistant secretaries, and treasurer, and set bonds for the secretary and treasurer positions.

• Election of Sala Udin as President of the Board of Public Education
• Election of Devon Taliaferro as 1st Vice-President
• Election of Pamela Harbin as 2nd Vice-President
• Election of Dr. Wayne Walters as Secretary with a $250,000 bond, and Ira Weiss, Ronald J. Joseph, and Laura Cosharek as Assistant Secretaries with $250,000 bonds each
• Election of Kevin Pawlos as School Treasurer with a $250,000 bond

The Board held an organization meeting to elect its permanent officers and appoint administrative roles. Sala Udin was elected President, Devon Taliaferro as 1st Vice-President, and Pamela Harbin as 2nd Vice-President. The Board also appointed the Secretary, Assistant Secretaries, and School Treasurer.

• Elected Sala Udin as President (5-4)
• Elected Devon Taliaferro as 1st Vice-President (6-3)
• Elected Pamela Harbin as 2nd Vice-President (5-4)
• Appointed Dr. Wayne Walters as Secretary with a $250,000 bond (9-0)
• Appointed Ira Weiss, Ronald J. Joseph, and Laura Cosharek as Assistant Secretaries with $250,000 bonds each (9-0)
• Elected Kevin Pawlos as School Treasurer with a $250,000 bond (9-0)
• Approved Ira Weiss as Temporary President (9-0)
• Approved Pamela Harbin as Temporary Secretary (9-0)

Legislative Meeting

This legislative meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and an executive session statement, along with acceptance of five grant awards from various organizations to support programs at specific schools. No financial or controller's report is presented this month.

• $450 grant from Moe's Southwest Grill for Pre-K students at Pittsburgh Arlington PreK-8
• $6,100 Highmark Foundation grant for SPARK PE program at Pittsburgh Liberty K-5
• $5,000 UPMC Children's Hospital grant for health and wellness at Pittsburgh Arsenal PreK-5 and 6-8
• $2,500 Allegheny Intermediate Unit OnRamp Grant for drone program at Pittsburgh Langley PreK-8
• $5,000 FIRST grant for robotics program at Pittsburgh Brashear HS

The Board approved contracts for graduation ceremonies at the Petersen Events Center and various educational grants and service contracts. These include social-emotional learning supports, nursing care for early intervention, and STEAM programs. The Board also authorized IDEA-B pass-through funds for charter and private schools.

• Approved $65,000 contract for 2022 commencement at Petersen Events Center (6-1-1)
• Approved $1,256,708.48 IDEA-B 611 pass-through funds for charter schools
• Approved $357,818.70 IDEA Part B funding for parochial and private schools
• Approved $163,100 contract with Maxim Healthcare Services for nursing care
• Approved $32,000 contract with System 1-2-3 for social-emotional learning
• Approved $27,300 contract with Glade Run Lutheran Services for a mental health therapist
• Approved grants totaling $18,950 from Highmark Foundation, UPMC, FIRST, AIU, and Big Plan Investments
• Approved October 27, 2021 Legislative minutes (8-0)

Agenda Review

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors will review and vote on several grant awards and contracts. Items include accepting grants for school programs and entering into contracts for social-emotional learning support ($32,000) and healthcare staffing ($163,100), funded partly by American Rescue Plan grants.

• Contract with Maxim Healthcare Services for up to $163,100 for nursing and therapy services in Early Intervention (ARP funds)
• Contract with System 1-2-3 for $32,000 for Social-Emotional Learning support (ARP funds)
• Grant of $6,100 from Highmark Foundation for SPARK PE program at Pittsburgh Liberty K-5
• Grant of $5,000 from UPMC Children's Hospital for health/wellness at Pittsburgh Arsenal PreK-5 and 6-8
• Grant of $5,000 from FIRST for robotics program at Pittsburgh Brashear HS

Legislative Meeting

The Board of Public Education will consider several grant acceptance resolutions, including a $321,911 Pennsylvania Department of Education Early Intervention grant, a $10,000 Project Lead The Way grant for Pittsburgh Beechwood, and a $5,000 Choose Kindness Foundation grant. It will also adopt resolution statements authorizing officers to enter contracts and adjust grant details within authorized amounts. In addition, the board will approve the minutes from September meetings and recognize staff and students with Distinguished Achievement Awards.

• Resolution statements authorizing officers to enter contracts and adjust grant details, with limits on grant increases
• Acceptance of $321,911 Pennsylvania Dept. of Education Early Intervention grant (IDEA 619) for preschool programs
• Acceptance of $10,000 Project Lead The Way grant for Pittsburgh Beechwood PreK‑5 design‑thinking activities
• Acceptance of $5,000 Choose Kindness Foundation grant for PBIS initiatives at Pittsburgh Grandview K‑5
• Approval of September 14, 2021 Special Legislative and September 29, 2021 Legislative meeting minutes

The Board approved several grant awards, including a large FCC grant for laptops and hotspots. It also authorized contracts for social-emotional learning, nursing support, and after-school activities. Additionally, the Board approved the minutes from two previous September meetings.

• Approved $4,829,233.86 FCC Emergency Connectivity Fund grant for laptops, tablets, and hotspots
• Approved $321,911 PA Dept of Education grant for Preschool EI programs
• Approved $140,489 PA Dept of Education grant for Preschool EI programs
• Approved $39,485 grant from Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center for pandemic relief
• Approved $10,000 PLTW Grant for Pittsburgh Beechwood PreK-5
• Approved $10,000 PA Dept of Education/PaTTAN Path to Graduation grant
• Approved $39,485 contract with System 1-2-3 for Social-Emotional Learning support
• Approved $20,000 contract with Extended Family Care – Pittsburgh for student nursing services

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools board will vote on accepting several grant awards totaling over $526,000. The largest is $321,911 from the PA Department of Education for early intervention COVID-19 mitigation. Other grants include $140,489 for similar early childhood support, a $39,485 American Rescue Plan grant for childcare partnerships, and smaller grants for STEM and kindness programs. This is an agenda review meeting, so items are discussed before a formal vote.

• $321,911 American Rescue Plan grant for early intervention COVID-19 mitigation (retroactive to July 2021)
• $140,489 American Rescue Plan grant for early intervention services (retroactive to July 2021)
• $39,485 grant from Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center for pandemic relief at childcare sites
• $10,000 PLTW grant for design-thinking activities at Pittsburgh Beechwood PreK-5
• $5,000 Choose Kindness Foundation grant for PBIS incentives at Pittsburgh Grandview K-5

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on several contracts and grants, including a $192,817 Title III grant for ESL programs and a $60,000 contract with BAYADA Home Health Care for nursing services in preschool and COVID isolation rooms. No financial reports will be presented due to a transition to a new ERP system. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and executive session announcements.

• $192,817 Title III grant from PA Department of Education for ESL teacher PD, materials, and parent engagement.
• Renew contract with Pittsburgh Cultural Trust/Gateway to the Arts for early childhood arts enrichment, up to $30,000.
• New contract with BAYADA Home Health Care for 1:1 nursing and personal care for preschool students with IEPs, up to $60,000.
• No financial statements or controller's report this month due to ERP transition.
• Approval of minutes from August 2021 meetings.

The Board approved several contracts for student mentoring, arts, and social-emotional learning programs across various schools. It also authorized nursing support contracts with BAYADA Home Health Care for preschool and district-wide students.

• Approved $192,817 PA Department of Education grant for English Learners
• Approved contract with Pittsburgh Cultural Trust/Gateway to the Arts up to $30,000
• Approved BAYADA Home Health Care contract for preschool nursing up to $60,000
• Approved BAYADA Home Health Care district-wide nursing contract up to $400,000
• Approved Side Project yoga classes at Pittsburgh Pioneer up to $7,980
• Approved EX3 filmmaking program at Pittsburgh Lincoln PreK-5 up to $20,000
• Approved multiple community partners for Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 up to $14,670
• Approved AmeriCorps KEYS tutoring at Pittsburgh Brashear HS up to $27,800

Agenda Review Meeting

At this meeting, the Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will review and consider approving several grants and contracts. Notable items include a $192,817 state grant for English learner programs, a $30,000 renewal with Pittsburgh Cultural Trust for early childhood arts, and two contracts with BAYADA Home Health Care totaling $460,000 to provide nursing and personal care support for students with IEPs and COVID isolation rooms. A $7,980 yoga contract for Pittsburgh Pioneer and a $20,000 filmmaking program at Lincoln PreK-5 are also on the agenda.

• $192,817 grant from PA Department of Education for ESL programs
• $30,000 renewal contract with Pittsburgh Cultural Trust for early childhood arts presentations and residencies
• $60,000 contract with BAYADA for preschool nursing and personal care support, including COVID isolation rooms
• $400,000 district-wide contract with BAYADA for nursing and personal care assistants for students with IEPs
• $20,000 contract with EX3 for filmmaking/storytelling enrichment at Lincoln PreK-5

Special Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board held a special legislative meeting on September 14, 2021. They voted to reconsider and approve a $45,000 contract with Cityspan Technologies for student data management in community schools. A motion to un-table a discussion on Student Based Health Clinics failed. The board also approved several routine items including a Human Resources report with resignations and miscellaneous recommendations.

• Renewed contract with Cityspan Technologies, Inc. for $45,000 to maintain a student data management system for Community Schools and Out-Of-School Time programs
• Motion to 'un-table' Item 12.05 (Student Based Health Clinics) from the August 25 meeting failed (5-4)
• Approved September 14 Special Legislative Human Resources Report including resignations and miscellaneous recommendations
• Reconsidered Item 10.18 (Cityspan Technologies) from the August 24 meeting; initial motion carried 5-4

The Board approved a contract for a student data management system for Community Schools and Out-Of-School Time programs. The Board also approved personnel resignations and miscellaneous recommendations. A motion to un-table an item regarding Student Based Health Clinics failed.

• Approved contract renewal with Cityspan Technologies, Inc. for student data sharing and confidentiality not to exceed $45,000 (5-4)
• Approved motion to reconsider Item 10.18 (Cityspan Technologies, Inc.) from August 24, 2021 (5-4)
• Denied motion to un-table Item 12.05 (Student Based Health Clinics) from August 25, 2021 (4-5)
• Approved Item A1 Resignations from the September 14, 2021 Special Legislative Report (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Item B1 Miscellaneous Recommendations from the September 14, 2021 Special Legislative Report (9-0)

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on accepting several state and federal grants, including a $13.8 million Title I grant for disadvantaged students and additional grants totaling over $2.3 million for instruction, student support, and STEM education. The board will also consider a $990,200 intergovernmental agreement with the Pittsburgh Mt. Oliver Intermediate Unit to provide Title I equitable services to eligible non-public school students. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes and announcements of executive sessions.

• Accept $13,793,957 Title I Part A grant from PA Department of Education for improving academic achievement of disadvantaged students
• Accept $1,368,932 Title II Part A grant from PA Department of Education for supporting effective instruction
• Accept $1,008,311 Title IV grant from PA Department of Education for student support and academic enrichment
• Accept $10,000 grant from Verizon Innovative Learning for K-5 STEM at Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8
• Authorize $990,200 intergovernmental agreement with Pittsburgh Mt. Oliver Intermediate Unit #2 for Title I equitable services to non-public school students

The Board approved the acceptance of three Pennsylvania Department of Education grants totaling more than $16 million. The Board also authorized several contracts for non-public school services, professional development, and school-specific programs.

• Accepted Title I, Part A grant from PA Dept of Education for $13,793,957
• Accepted Title II, Part A grant from PA Dept of Education for $1,368,932
• Accepted Title IV, Part A grant from PA Dept of Education for $1,008,311
• Approved $990,200 agreement with PMOIU2 for non-public Title I services
• Approved $42,750 contract renewal with TransPerfect for interpretation services
• Approved $55,000 contract with Johns Hopkins University to evaluate Summer BOOST program
• Approved $15,000 contract for Alison Zapata to create three murals at Pittsburgh Colfax
• Approved cooperative sponsorship of a girls' soccer team between Perry HS and Brashear HS

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh School Board will consider several grant acceptances, including a $13,793,957 Title I, Part A award and smaller Title II, Title IV, and STEM grants. It will also vote on intergovernmental agreements totaling nearly $1.3 million to provide Title I, II, and IV services to non‑public school students. All items require board authorization to accept the funds and enter the contracts.

• Accept Title I, Part A – Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant ($13,793,957)
• Accept Title II, Part A – Supporting Effective Instruction grant ($1,368,932)
• Accept Title IV, Part A – Student Support and Academic Enrichment grant ($1,008,311)
• Enter intergovernmental agreement with PMOIU2 for Title I services ($990,200)
• Accept Verizon Innovative Learning Project Lead the Way STEM grant ($10,000)

Special Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board held a special legislative meeting on August 18, 2021, and approved several items. The board amended the school calendar to start students on September 3, 2021 (delayed from August 25), add Juneteenth as a district holiday, remove half days, and adjust end dates. They also authorized up to $500,000 in contracts with community-based organizations for in-person student services and a $160,000 contract with All-Lines Technology for device imaging. Additionally, the board approved submitting an emergency instructional time template to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

• Amended 2021-2022 school calendar: student start Sept 3, teacher start Aug 30; student end June 16, teacher end June 22
• Authorized contracts up to $500,000 with CBOs for out-of-school time services (Aug 25 – Sept 3, 2021)
• Approved $160,000 contract with All-Lines Technology for student device imaging and refresh (Aug 19 – Sept 30)
• Authorized application to PA Dept of Education for Emergency Instructional Time Template (EITT) for 2021-2022
• Added Juneteenth (June 20) as district holiday; removed four half days and added two snow days

The Board approved amendments to the 2021-2022 school calendar and authorized several service contracts for student support, technology, and transportation. It also expanded parent transportation reimbursements and applied for emergency instructional time flexibility with the state.

• Approved contracts with community-based organizations for in-person services up to $500,000 (6-1-2)
• Approved 2021-2022 School Calendar amendments including Juneteenth as a holiday (9-0-0)
• Approved application to PA Department of Education for Emergency Instructional Time Template (9-0-0)
• Approved $160,000 contract with All-Lines Technology for student device imaging (9-0-0)
• Approved agreement with URSO Bus, LLC for shuttle services not to exceed $129,600 (9-0-0)
• Approved adding three schools to the Non-PPS School Modification Listing (5-3-1)
• Approved increasing parent transportation reimbursement from $25,000 to $100,000 per year (9-0-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report Addendum B, Item B1 (8-1-0)

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools board will vote on accepting a $49.5 million federal grant for COVID-19 relief, renew multiple service coordinator contracts, and approve a psychiatric services contract at its July 28 legislative meeting. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear committee reports.

• Accept $49,541,438 ESSER II grant from PA Department of Education for COVID-19 impacts (air quality, technology, remote learning)
• Renew Human Services Administration Organization (HSAO) service coordinator contract ($80,365) at Pittsburgh Oliver Citywide Academy
• Renew HSAO service coordinator contract ($80,365) at Pittsburgh Arlington PK-8
• Renew HSAO service coordinator contract ($80,365) at Pittsburgh Westinghouse 6-12
• Renew Central Pittsburgh Psychiatric Services contract ($101,985) for evaluations and medication management at Oliver Citywide Academy

The Board approved a $49.5 million grant from the PA Department of Education to address COVID-19 impacts. The Board also renewed or entered into multiple contracts for mental health, nursing, and specialized educational services. Payments were authorized for professional development and several charter schools.

• Accepted $49,541,438 ESSER II grant from PA Department of Education
• Approved contract renewals with HSAO for service coordinators at Oliver Citywide, Arlington PK-8, and Westinghouse 6-12
• Renewed contract with Central Pittsburgh Psychiatric Services for psychiatric evaluations ($101,985)
• Approved contract with Pressley Ridge for a therapist at Oliver Citywide Academy ($20,000)
• Renewed contract with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services for nursing and personal care assistants ($1,117,000)
• Approved contract with TCV Community Services for student drug and alcohol counseling ($125,000)
• Renewed contract with Interim HealthCare of Pittsburgh for medication administration ($210,000)
• Approved payments to seven charter schools for Early Intervention/Early Childhood

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh School District Board will vote on a resolution to accept a $49,541,438 Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief (ESSER II) grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The meeting also includes resolutions to renew several service contracts, including Human Services Administration Organization contracts for Oliver Citywide Academy, Arlington Pre‑K‑8, and Westinghouse 6‑12, as well as a psychiatric services contract and a therapist contract for Oliver Citywide Academy. All actions require board authorization and are limited to the specified budget amounts.

• Accept ESSER II grant of $49,541,438 for pandemic‑related school improvements
• Renew HSAO contract for Oliver Citywide Academy (2 coordinators) up to $80,365
• Renew HSAO contract for Arlington Pre‑K‑8 (1 coordinator) up to $80,365
• Renew Central Pittsburgh Psychiatric Services contract up to $101,985
• Enter contract with Pressley Ridge for therapist services up to $20,000

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on several grant awards, including a $1.39 million Head Start ARP grant to renovate Northview Heights Elementary, a $596,319 Early Head Start continuation grant, and a $5,000 Pittsburgh Foundation grant for sensory equipment at Pioneer Education Center. The board will also consider a 2021 General Fund budget transfer and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• $1,391,530 Head Start/Early Head Start ARP grant for Northview Heights Elementary renovation (April 2021 – March 2023)
• $596,319 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships continuation grant serving 26 children (September 2021 – August 2022)
• $5,000 Pittsburgh Foundation grant for sensory room equipment at Pioneer Education Center
• 2021 General Fund Budget Transfer (roll call vote)

The Board of Directors approved several education grants and service contracts, including a $9,012,764 US Department of Education grant for students with disabilities. Other approved funding includes $1.39M for Northview Heights Elementary renovations and $1.37M for the Institutionalized Children's Program. The Board also renewed multiple early childhood health and professional development contracts.

• Approved $9,012,764 US Department of Education IDEA-B 611 School Age Grant
• Approved $1,391,530 ARP grant for Northview Heights Elementary renovations (8-1)
• Approved $1,377,998 PA Department of Education grant for Institutionalized Children's Program
• Approved $788,000 PA Department of Education grant for ELECT program
• Approved $702,331 Perkins V Grant for Career and Technical Education
• Approved $181,889 Partner4Work grant for 12th grade paid internships
• Approved $50,000 contract renewal with Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic
• Approved minutes from May 19 and May 26, 2021 meetings

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors will consider accepting several grant awards at their June 16, 2021 Agenda Review Meeting. The largest is a $1,391,530 Head Start/Early Head Start American Rescue Plan grant to renovate Northview Heights Elementary. Other grants include a $596,319 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships continuation grant and smaller awards for sensory room equipment, fitness programs, and reading initiatives at various schools.

• $1,391,530 Head Start/Early Head Start ARP grant for Northview Heights Elementary renovation
• $596,319 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships continuation grant serving 26 children
• $45,351 PA Department of Education grant for N2Y/Unique Learning Systems licenses
• $7,500 Highmark Foundation grant for Read and Ride program at Phillips K-5
• $5,000 Pittsburgh Foundation grant for sensory room equipment at Pioneer Education Center

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on accepting several grant awards, including a $5.8 million state early intervention grant that supports developmental services for up to 1,600 preschool children. Two federal IDEA grants totaling over $1.37 million and two $7,500 Highmark Foundation grants for stationary bike programs at Conroy and Spring Hill schools are also up for approval. The meeting includes recognition of distinguished achievement awards and adoption of previous meeting minutes.

• Accept $5,817,755 PA State Early Intervention grant for 2021-2022
• Accept $883,162 IDEA 611 grant for early intervention staff and services
• Accept $489,565 IDEA 619 grant for early intervention staff and services
• Accept $7,500 Highmark Foundation grant for stationary bikes at Pittsburgh Conroy
• Accept $7,500 Highmark Foundation grant for Read and Ride program at Pittsburgh Spring Hill

The Board approved several million dollars in grants for early intervention and career technical education. It also authorized multiple contracts for school murals, music programs, virtual academy services, and student fitness equipment.

• Approved $883,162, $489,565, and $5,817,755 grants from PA Dept of Education for Early Intervention/ECE
• Approved $154,238 USDE grant for Career and Technical Centers
• Approved $120,000 Richard King Mellon Foundation grant for Career Exposure Middle school feasibility study
• Approved two $7,500 Highmark Foundation grants for stationary bikes at Conroy and Spring Hill
• Approved $650,800 contract renewal with Brandywine Virtual Academy for Pittsburgh Online Academy
• Approved $18,000 contract with B-Three Solutions, Inc. for school safety statistical reports
• Approved $15,000 contract for Brandon Jennings to create murals at Pittsburgh Allegheny
• Approved $10,000 contract with East End Cooperative Ministries for music and dance at Pittsburgh Fulton

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will review and vote on accepting several grant awards at this agenda review meeting. The largest is a $5,817,755 state grant for early intervention services serving up to 1,600 preschool children. Other items include grants for special education, COVID-19 relief for career and technical centers, and stationary bike reading programs at two schools.

• $5,817,755 PA State Early Intervention grant for staff and program costs
• $883,162 IDEA 611 grant for early intervention services
• $489,565 IDEA 619 grant for early intervention services
• $154,238 CRRSA GEER II grant for career and technical center COVID-19 recovery
• Two $7,500 Highmark Foundation grants for Read and Ride stationary bike programs at Conroy and Spring Hill schools

Special Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board is acting on several contracts and grants at this special legislative meeting. Notably, the board approved a $42,000 bus contract with Myers Coach Lines to address a COVID-related driver shortage but rejected two technology contracts: a $134,400 IT services agreement with All-Lines Technology and a $626,173.80 purchase of Bretford lockers. A proposed $251,152.05 software license with Incident IQ was also discussed.

• Approved $42,000 contract with Myers Coach Lines for three buses to serve six schools with seat gaps (May 10–June 11, 2021).
• Rejected $134,400 contract with All-Lines Technology for desktop services on 30,000 devices (June–August 2021).
• Rejected $626,173.80 purchase of 160 Bretford lockers for device storage via ESSER II funds.
• Proposed $251,152.05 purchase of Incident IQ software for tracking all district mobile devices (5-year license).

The Board approved several technology purchases and a transportation contract to address bus driver shortages. Two proposals for technology services and storage lockers from All-Lines Technology were denied.

• Approved $3.7M for Dell laptops, docking stations, and warranties (5-0)
• Approved $411,402.50 for ByteSpeed Filewave software (5-0)
• Approved $251,152.05 for Incident IQ software (5-0)
• Approved $42,000 contract with Myers Coach Lines, Inc. for transportation (5-0)
• Approved $34,150.57 for ULine device refresh supplies (5-0)
• Denied $134,400 contract with All-Lines Technology for desktop services (4-1)
• Denied $626,173.80 purchase of Bretford lockers from All Lines Technology (4-1)

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on accepting a $9,932 Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations grant from the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center for Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships. The board will also approve the March 24 legislative meeting minutes and receive informational reports on student and staff award winners. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• $9,932 CRRSA grant from COTRAIC for Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships
• Approval of March 24, 2021 legislative meeting minutes
• Recognition of SkillsUSA competition winners from multiple CTE programs
• Presentation of 2021 Pittsburgh LTF Champion Awards to staff and community partners
• Announcement of executive sessions held on April 21 and before the meeting

The Board approved several grant applications and awards for early childhood, STEM, and student support services. The Board also authorized contracts for nursing services, after-school programming, and literacy graduate assistants.

• Approved March 24, 2021 Legislative minutes (8-0)
• Approved $9,932 COTRAIC grant for early childhood social-emotional health (8-0)
• Approved $350,027 CRRSA grant for early childhood mental health and crisis services (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 Project Lead the Way grant for computer science at South Brook 6-8 (8-0)
• Approved $3,000 Highmark Foundation grant for bikes at Pittsburgh Faison K-5 (8-0)
• Approved $1,500 United Way grant for attendance prizes at Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 Richard King Mellon Foundation grant for ELECT Teen Parenting Program (8-0)
• Approved $62,500 City of Pittsburgh/Partner4Work grant for summer internships (8-1)

Agenda Review Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board’s Agenda Review Meeting will consider authorizing acceptance of multiple grants totaling over $475,000, including a $350,027 federal CRRSA grant for early childhood COVID-19 response and a $50,000 foundation grant for the ELECT teen parenting program. The board will also review procedural resolutions and grant administration rules.

• $350,027 Head Start/Early Head Start CRRSA grant for mental health and social-emotional services for 1,163 children
• $50,000 Richard King Mellon Foundation grant for the ELECT Teen Parenting Program
• $45,342.62 PDE Supplemental Equipment Grant for a Snap-On Zeus Certification Kit at Brashear High School automotive program
• $9,932 Early Head Start Child Care Partnerships CRRSA grant for supplies for 33 children
• $15,000 Project Lead the Way grant for computer science education at Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will vote on accepting continuation grants for Pre-K Counts ($6.9M), Head Start ($16.2M), and Head Start Supplemental Assistance ($2M), totaling over $25 million for 2021-22. Also up for approval is a $1,800 Reflex Math grant for Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8. Routine items include approval of February minutes and recognition of distinguished achievement award recipients.

• Submit/accept Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts continuation grant: $6,886,250 to serve 787 children
• Submit/accept Head Start/Early Head Start continuation grant: $16,239,031 to serve 1,163 children
• Submit/accept Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program grant: $2,042,040 for 224 preschool children
• Accept $1,800 Reflex Math grant for fact fluency at Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8
• Approval of Legislative Meeting minutes from February 24, 2021

The Board approved several multi-million dollar grants for Pre-K and Head Start programs to serve children in Pittsburgh. It also authorized contracts for social-emotional learning platforms, summer enrichment, and parent engagement workshops.

• Approved $6,886,250 Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Grant (8-1)
• Approved $16,239,031 Head Start/Early Head Start Grant (8-1)
• Approved $2,042,040 Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program Grant (8-1)
• Approved $1,800 Reflex Math Grant for Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8 (8-1)
• Approved $121,860 contract with Panorama Education for SEL platform (8-1)
• Approved $833,180.68 contract with United Way of Southwestern PA for Summer Dreamers Academy (8-1)
• Approved $3,725 contract with In Touch Consulting, LLC for parent workshops (8-1)
• Approved adding 7 non-monetary community-based out-of-school time partnerships (8-1)

Agenda Review Meeting

The Board of Directors will review and potentially authorize the submission and acceptance of several grant applications and contracts, primarily focused on early childhood education. Key items include a $16.2 million Head Start/Early Head Start grant, a $6.9 million Pre-K Counts grant, and a $121,860 three-year contract renewal for a social-emotional learning platform. The meeting also includes a $1,800 grant for math fluency at Pittsburgh Mifflin PreK-8.

• Submission/acceptance of $16,239,031 Head Start/Early Head Start grant for 2021-22 serving 1,163 children
• Submission/acceptance of $6,886,250 Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts grant for 787 children
• Submission/acceptance of $2,042,040 Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program grant for 224 preschool children
• Contract renewal with Panorama Education for social-emotional learning platform at $121,860 over three years ($40,620 annually)

Legislative Meeting

The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will consider several grant awards, including a $738,155 CARES Act Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief grant for school health and safety, and multiple Project Lead the Way grants for computer science education at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 and Liberty K-5. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear committee reports.

• Accept $738,155 CARES Act ESSER grant for school health and safety (companion item 10.05)
• Accept $20,000 PLTW grant for computer science at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 middle school
• Accept $15,000 PLTW grant for computer science at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 high school
• Accept $10,000 PLTW grant for design-thinking at Pittsburgh Liberty K-5
• Accept $10,000 Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 grant to improve graduation rates for students with disabilities

The Board approved a $738,155 School Health and Safety Grant from the CARES Act. It also authorized several contracts for childcare partnerships, professional development, and the establishment of SMART Clinics. Additionally, the Board accepted multiple smaller grants for computer science and graduation rate improvements.

• Approved $738,155 CARES Act School Health and Safety Grant
• Approved $750,000 contract with Ginn Group for SMART Clinics
• Approved $188,110 contract with Association of Black Psychologists for professional development
• Approved $71,288 for childcare partnerships with UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside and Mt. Ararat
• Approved $20,000, $15,000, and $10,000 Project Lead The Way grants for computer science
• Approved $10,000 grant from Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 to improve graduation rates for students with disabilities
• Approved $24,387 contract renewal with University of Pittsburgh for HealthyCHILD services
• Approved $4,000 contract with 95% Group for phonics professional development

Agenda Review Meeting

This is an agenda review meeting for Pittsburgh Public Schools. The board is set to vote on several grant awards and contracts, including a $738,155 CARES Act grant for COVID-19 health and safety measures, and partnerships with childcare agencies. Also up for approval are multiple Project Lead The Way grants for computer science education and a grant to improve graduation rates for students with disabilities.

• Accept $738,155 CARES Act ESSER grant for COVID-19 cleaning, PPE, mental health services, and teletherapy
• Accept $20,000 PLTW grant for middle school computer science at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12
• Accept $15,000 PLTW grant for high school computer science at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12
• Enter into $71,288 childcare partnership contracts with UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside and Mt. Ararat Community Child Development Center
• Accept $10,000 grant from Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 to improve graduation rates of students with disabilities

Special Legislative

The Pittsburgh Public Schools board discussed but tabled a proposal to schedule a hearing on permanently closing Woolslair, Friendship (Pittsburgh Montessori), Fulton, McKelvy (Miller K-5), Manchester, and Morrow school buildings. The board also approved a $30,760 software license for geographic analysis, adopted a human resources report, and accepted a statement of position in response to a Pittsburgh City Council resolution.

• Tabled resolution to schedule a hearing on closing six school buildings (Woolslair, Friendship, Fulton, McKelvy, Manchester, Morrow)
• Approved $30,760 annual license for Forecast5 Analytics 5Maps mapping software
• Approved Human Resources Special Legislative Report for February 2, 2021
• Accepted a Statement of Position Resolution in response to Pittsburgh City Council

The Board voted to table a resolution to schedule hearings regarding the permanent closing of Woolslair, Friendship, Fulton, McKelvy, Manchester, and Morrow school buildings. Additionally, the Board approved a software license for geographic analysis and a human resources report.

• Tabled hearing for permanent closing of Woolslair, Friendship, Fulton, McKelvy, Manchester, and Morrow schools (7-1-1)
• Approved purchase of 5Maps software license from Forecast5 Analytics not to exceed $30,760 (6-1-2)
• Approved February 2, 2021 Special Legislative Human Resources Report (8-0-0)
• Approved Statement of Position Resolution in response to Pittsburgh City Council (7-0-1)

Legislative Meeting

The Board will vote on a $21,000 contract with New Sun Rising for virtual theater performances, accept a $2,000 Remake Learning grant for robotics at Woolslair, and a $2,100 OnRamp Grant for remote STEAM materials at Allegheny K-5. The meeting also includes recognition of distinguished students and School Director Recognition Month.

• $21,000 contract with New Sun Rising for virtual theater performances for Early Childhood Program (Jan 27–June 30, 2021)
• $2,000 Remake Learning grant for robotics equipment and software at Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5
• $2,100 OnRamp Grant from Allegheny Intermediate Unit for consumable makerspace boxes for remote science at Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5
• Distinguished Achievement Awards to Hannah Barsouk, Neila McElfresh, Arhan Badjatia, and Dylan Shapiro
• School Director Recognition Month proclamation honoring board members

The Board of Directors approved several grants for robotics and STEAM materials, as well as contracts for arts, counseling, and culinary training. A contract for the 2021 commencement ceremonies at the Petersen Events Center was approved. One contract for student data management was tabled.

• Approved $2,000 Remake Learning Grant for robotics equipment
• Approved $2,100 OnRamp Grant for remote STEAM materials
• Approved $65,000 contract with Petersen Events Center for 2021 commencement
• Approved $125,000 contract with Three Rivers Youth for drug and alcohol counseling
• Approved $21,000 contract with The New Sun Rising for theater performances
• Approved $11,500 service agreement with Rouxbe Video Technologies for culinary training
• Approved $14,000 contract renewal with Panorama for learning surveys
• Tabled $45,000 contract with Cityspan Technologies, Inc. (8-1)

Agenda Review

This is an Agenda Review meeting where committees recommend adoption of resolutions and authorizations for contracts. The board will discuss and vote on several grants and contracts, including a $65,000 contract with Petersen Events Center for 2021 commencement ceremonies, a $21,000 contract for virtual theater performances, and renewals for after-school programs. Also considered are small grants for computer science education and remote learning supplies.

• $65,000 contract with Petersen Events Center for commencement ceremonies (June 11–13, 2021)
• $21,000 contract with New Sun Rising for virtual/hybrid theater performances for the Early Childhood Program
• $4,500 renewal with Saturday Light Brigade for virtual after-school music and art at Pittsburgh Langley PreK-8
• $2,000 grant from Remake Learning for robotics equipment at Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5
• $2,100 grant from Allegheny Intermediate Unit for remote learning makerspace materials at Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5