Pennsbury School District public meetings in 2020

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School Board will vote to approve the district's financial statements for November 2020 and to authorize payment of $10,183,312.11 in bills. It will also consider several consent items, including a German textbook adoption, a winter athletic health‑safety plan revision, a continuity of education plan for a remote‑learning week, and a budget resolution certifying the tax rate will stay within the Act 1 index.

• Approve payment of district bills totaling $10,183,312.11
• Adopt Deutsch Aktuell Levels 1‑2 German textbook series at a cost of $29,325.67
• Approve Winter Athletic Health and Safety Plan revision 3.1
• Approve Continuity of Education Plan for remote instruction Jan 4‑8 2021
• Resolve tax rate will not exceed the 3.0% Act 1 index for FY 2021‑22

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss and take action on several items, including a resolution to certify that the district will not raise property taxes above the 3.0% Act 1 index for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The committee will also consider accepting the year-end audit report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020, and authorize locking in natural gas basis pricing for 12 months starting July 2021. Additionally, a presentation on the 2019-20 local audit and updates on the operating budget are scheduled.

• Action on Accelerated Budget Opt Out Resolution certifying tax rate within inflation index (3.0% for 2021-22)
• Discussion of 2019-20 local audit presentation
• Action to accept year-end audit report from Maillie, LLP for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020
• Action to authorize locking in natural gas basis pricing for 12 months beginning July 2021
• Appointment of Tony Amato to the Bucks County Technical High School Authority committee

Special Meeting for Reorganization - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY

The Pennsbury School Board will hold a special reorganization meeting virtually to elect a president, vice president, and assistant secretary for the coming year. The board will also appoint committee members and hear public comment. The meeting is required by the Pennsylvania Public School Code.

• Election of president for a term expiring December 2021
• Election of vice president for a term expiring December 2021
• Election of assistant secretary for a term expiring December 2021
• Appointment of board committees and liaisons
• Public comment periods with written submission via Google Form due by 6:00 p.m.

Special Meeting/General Business - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY

The Pennsbury School Board will consider a revised Health & Safety Plan (revision 6.0) and multiple consent items at this virtual special meeting. Notable action includes awarding Bid #2021-035 for 700 Active Pure Air Sanitizer units at $546,000, fully funded by CARES Act grant, and rejecting a previous air purifier bid. Public comment will be accepted via written submissions.

• Approval of Health & Safety Plan revision 6.0
• Award Bid #2021-035 to General Chemical & Supply for 700 air purifiers at $546,000 (CARES Act funded)
• Reject all bids for Bid #2021-024 (Aeromax Air Purifier)
• Waiver Agreement for student with autism: up to $190/day (2020-2021) and $210/day (2021-2022) plus $3,500 attorneys' fees
• Memorandum of Understanding with PESPA on school aides' schedules and substitute opportunities

The provided document contains links to minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the decisions made. No substantive actions are recorded in the source.

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The committee will vote on approving the purchase of Deutsch Aktuell I and II for Pennsbury High School German courses at a cost of $29,325.67. Members will also receive an update on Act 158 graduation requirements and discuss upcoming SAT/ACT testing and new PA Department of Education remote learning guidance.

• Action: Vote on German textbook adoption (Deutsch Aktuell I and II) for $29,325.67
• Information: Update to Act 158 graduation requirements—class of 2023 and beyond affected
• Discussion: Upcoming SAT and ACT testing in December
• Discussion: Latest PDE guidance on remote learning

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss stadium structural concerns, roof repairs, and take action on several items. Action items include awarding a $546,000 bid for 700 air sanitizer units funded by CARES Act grants, approving a Sunday field usage permit for Makefield Elementary PTO, adding vendors to the district list, and accepting a donated dogwood tree.

• Award bid #2021-035 to General Chemical & Supply, Inc. for 700 Active Pure Air Sanitizer units at $546,000, funded by CARES Act
• Discussion of stadium condition; press box off limits until decision
• Warehouse roof repair quote from Tremco Inc. for $4,970 to carry through winter
• Waiver of Policy #707.1R5 General Rule #12 to allow Makefield PTO field usage on Sunday, April 18, 2021
• Accept donation of a dogwood tree from Afton PTO Alumni

Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted virtually with limited in-person attendance.

The Pennsbury School Board will vote on revisions to the district's Health and Safety Plan (revision 5.0) and consider cancellation of the 2021 Junior Prom. The board also will approve financial reports, bills pending of $21,360,760.41, and tax refunds totaling $558,586.21.

• Approval of Health & Safety Plan revision 5.0
• Cancellation of 2021 Junior Prom at Falls Manor and refund of $1,000 deposit
• Approval of bills pending for All Funds in the amount of $21,360,760.41
• Tax refunds totaling $558,586.21 to two taxpayers (Fairsan Co LLC and Daniel Boruta)
• Recognition of American Education Week

The provided document contains links to the approved minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the decisions made. No substantive actions are recorded in the source.

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss a property expression of interest, budget updates, and vote on recommendations for technology purchases and contracts, including a $95,014.98 Microsoft licensing renewal and an $80,000 COVID technology purchase.

• Expression of interest for property at 9 Queen Anne Court, Langhorne
• Bond sale results for Series of 2020AB
• Capital budget update for draft 2021-22 plan
• Apple iMac purchase for $71,621
• Transfinder routing software implementation at $40,000 initial cost

Board Policy Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Policy Committee will discuss and recommend for second reading and board approval a set of 18 community policies (901–918) covering public relations, participation, volunteers, and engagement. They also propose deleting two outdated policies (919.1 and 922.1). The meeting is virtual and includes renumbering of policies 904, 906, and 918.

• Recommend second read and approval of policies 901–918, effective 11/19/20
• Delete current policies 919.1 (District and School Report Cards) and 922.1 (Cable TV Channels)
• Renumber policies 904, 906, and 918 to remove updated version dates
• Discussion of the full 900-series community policies

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Board Education Committee will consider two equity-related contracts totaling $22,000, covered by Title IV funds. They will also receive presentations on elementary curriculum renewal and new Act 158 graduation requirements. A discussion item covers options for returning high school students to in-person instruction.

• Approve $15,000 contract with Point Made Learning for 1,000 subscriptions to 'Look Deeper: Race' online course
• Approve $7,000 contract with Equity Literacy Institute for policy and student code of conduct analysis
• Presentation on proposed renewal of elementary RELA and math curriculum for 2021-2022
• Update on Act 158 graduation requirements for Class of 2022 and beyond
• Discussion of survey results and options for high school in-person instruction return

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss school reopening readiness, a pest control contract, and pool ventilation. Action items include approving design and bidding for an electrical substation and two roof replacements, a $2.3 million roof construction phase, and rejecting bids for a central office ADA upgrade due to cost overruns.

• PHS West roof replacement construction phase at a cost not to exceed $2,318,811
• Quarry Hill ES roof replacement design and bidding with $771,000 budget
• PHS East electrical substation replacement design and bidding with $300,000 budget
• Central Office ADA Upgrade Project rebid after all bids rejected for exceeding estimates
• Contract with Western Pest Services for $11,099.52 for districtwide pest treatment

Special Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted virtually with limited in-person attendance.

The Pennsbury School Board will consider approving the Continuity of Education Plan, which outlines how instruction will be delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also faces action items including eliminating the Keystone proficiency requirement for the Class of 2021 and awarding contracts for mold remediation at Afton Elementary School. Public comment will be accepted in writing via a Google Form.

• Action to approve the Continuity of Education Plan as presented
• Elimination of Keystone testing proficiency requirement for Pennsbury High School Class of 2021 due to COVID-19
• Contract for mold remediation at Afton Elementary School: $20,400 to Bristol Environmental
• Contract for IAQ/IEQ consultation for mold remediation at Afton: up to $4,000 to Element Environmental Solutions
• Approval of personnel addenda (professional and classified items)

The provided document contains links to the approved minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the proceedings. No decisions, votes, or actions are recorded in the source.

Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted virtually with limited in-person attendance.

The Pennsbury School District Board will vote on a revised Health & Safety Plan (revision 4.0) and Athletic Health & Safety Plans for fall and winter. The board will also consider settlements for compensatory education funds for two students ($20,000 and $13,000) plus attorney fees, and approve bills totaling $20,857,303.60. Reports from committees and a continuity of education presentation are scheduled.

• Vote on Health & Safety Plan revision 4.0 (COVID-19)
• Approval of Athletic Health & Safety Plans (fall and winter)
• Settlement agreements for compensatory education: student ****747 ($20,000 fund + up to $4,500 attorney fees) and student ****164 ($13,000 fund + up to $7,000 attorney fees)
• Approval of bills for All Funds $20,857,303.60
• Revision to 2021-2022 Program of Studies

The provided document contains links to the approved minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the proceedings. No specific actions, votes, or decisions are recorded in the source.

Board Policy Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Board Policy Committee will discuss Community Policies (900 series). The committee recommends that the draft policies be reviewed as a first read at the Action Board Meeting on October 15, 2020. Draft policies will be posted on the district website by October 12.

• Discussion of Community Policies (900 Policies)
• Recommendation for first read at Action Board Meeting on 10/15/20
• Draft policies to be available on Pennsbury School District website by Oct 12

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss COVID‑19 impacts and provide updates on the capital and operating budgets for 2020‑22. It will consider several action items, including approving an $8.50 per lane‑hour fee for an expanded YMCA‑run aquatics program, authorizing a bond‑refinancing resolution, and accepting a donation of three district vehicles. Additional actions involve completing emergency management forms, engaging experts for a real‑estate tax appeal, and preparing requests for proposals for professional services.

• Aquatics addendum: approve YMCA program at $8.50 per lane per hour, Monday‑Friday 5‑9 pm
• Bond parameters resolution: approve refunding and issuance of new bonds
• Donation of three vehicles: one 2008 Ford Crown Victoria and two 2016 Ford Explorers
• PEMA/FEMA forms: authorize completion of COVID‑19 DR 4506 emergency forms
• Real estate appeal defense: authorize hiring experts for tax assessment appeals

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will consider several items, including a discussion of the Continuity of Education Plan. It will vote on approving the 2021‑2022 High School Program of Study and on eliminating the Keystone test proficiency requirement for the Class of 2021 because of COVID‑19 school closures. The meeting also includes informational presentations on Act 158 graduation requirements and recent equity surveys.

• Approve the proposed 2021‑2022 Pennsbury High School Program of Study
• Eliminate the Keystone testing proficiency requirement for the Class of 2021
• Discussion of the Continuity of Education Plan (presentation attached)
• Information on Act 158 changes to graduation requirements for the Class of 2022 and beyond
• Review of teacher, parent, and student equity climate surveys

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss field usage by the American Cancer Society, lead in water testing, and facilities management. Information items include an update on the Oxford Valley roof, a $17,389 lighting retrofit at Walt Disney Elementary, and capital budget projections. The committee will vote on approving a $13,479 roof repair contract for Quarry Hill Elementary with Jottan Inc.

• Action item: Approve $13,479 roof repair at Quarry Hill Elementary (Jottan Inc.)
• Information item: Lighting retrofit at Walt Disney Elementary, $17,389 with Denney Energy Services
• Discussion: Field usage by American Cancer Society for June 2021
• Discussion: Lead in water testing across district schools
• Information: 2021-22 capital budget projection and 20-year capital forecast

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School Board will consider approving revision 3.0 of the District's Health and Safety Plan, including protective procedures for home instruction, and Phase 4 of the Fall Athletic Health and Safety Plan. The board also will act on financial reports, bills totaling $15,526,444.46, and student placement agreements. Public comment will be accepted via a Google Form submitted by 6 p.m.

• Approval of Health & Safety Plan revision 3.0, adding protective procedures for in-home instruction
• Approval of Phase 4 of the Fall Athletic Health and Safety Plan for high school varsity/JV sports
• Payment of bills for all funds totaling $15,526,444.46
• Placement and Waiver Agreement: up to $13,700 for 2020-21 tuition and $14,179.50 for 2021-22 for a student
• Out-of-district placement: up to $18,000 tuition plus $14,997 for a 1:1 assistant for a student at Burlington County Special Services

The provided document contains links to the approved minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the decisions made. No substantive actions are recorded in the source.

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss capital budget planning for PHS bleachers ($2.125M) and West High School roof ($2.8M), and act on a bond refinancing resolution. Other action items include purchasing two fleet vehicles, approving a bus sanitizer system for $157,784, and accepting federal program allocations. The committee will also receive reports on food service, health care, and long-range financial projections.

• Authorize bond refinancing anticipated to price this fall
• Capital budget planning: PHS bleachers estimated $2,125,000
• Capital budget planning: West High School roof estimated $2,800,000
• Purchase two vehicles: GMC Sierra 2500HD ($37,628) and GMC Savana 3500 ($28,314) from Bergey's under COSTARS
• Award school bus automatic sanitizer system to Rohrer Bus Company for $157,784

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss two special education grants (GEER and Transition Grant) and preparations for the remote return to school, including student expectations and material distribution. The meeting also covers the assessment calendar and equity and diversity goals for 2020-2021.

• Discussion of GEER grant for equitable resource distribution and Transition Grant for the MOST program at Pennsbury High School (ages 18-21)
• Remote return preparations: student expectations and material distribution for elementary, middle, and high school
• Assessment calendar with SAT-ACT dates (orange = running, black = canceled)
• Equity and diversity goals for 2020-2021 presented as information

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss roof replacements at Quarry Hill and PHS West, switchgear replacement, and capital plan reshuffling. Action items include authorizing a $45,679 compressor replacement at Oxford Valley Elementary and approving a vendor list for 2020–2022. The committee will also consider a facility usage permit for State Senator Steve Santarsiero to host a flu shot clinic at Charles Boehm Middle School.

• Action item: $45,679 replacement of Carrier Screw Compressor at Oxford Valley Elementary School
• Discussion of short-term financing for Quarry Hill roof and long-range roof replacement plan
• Discussion on proceeding with more of the PHS West Roof
• Discussion of East Switchgear Replacement at the high school
• Action item: Facility usage permit for State Senator Steve Santarsiero flu shot clinic at Charles Boehm parking lot

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School Board will decide on a virtual start to the school year from September 8, 2020 to January 29, 2021 due to COVID-19. They will also consider revised Health and Safety Plans, a revised school calendar adding remote instructional days on election days, and approve financial reports and bills totaling $17,492,339.57.

• Vote on virtual start to 2020-2021 school year from Sept 8, 2020 through Jan 29, 2021
• Approval of 2020-2021 calendar changes adding Nov 3, 2020 and May 18, 2021 as full remote instructional days
• Approval of revised Health and Safety Plan and revised Athletic Health and Safety Plan
• Approval of bills for all funds in amount of $17,492,339.57
• Approval of tuition contract for one student at Burlington County Special Services School District not to exceed $9,282

The provided document contains links to the approved minutes and public comments but does not include the text of the decisions made during the meeting.

Special Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Board of School Directors is reviewing a Continuity of Education Plan presentation. The meeting includes several consent items regarding software, security services, and educational programs for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Review of Continuity of Education Plan
• Approval of $21,361,501.09 in pending bills
• Purchase of Q-interactive software not to exceed $39,960
• Network Security EndPoint Protection Service up to $128,664
• Reading Eggs, Raz Kids Plus and Story Works programs for approximately $49,918.96

The provided document contains links to approved minutes and public comment submissions but does not include the text of the proceedings. No decisions, votes, or actions are recorded in the source.

Special Meeting of the Board Education Committee - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will hold a virtual special meeting to discuss the Continuity of Education Plan. The only substantive item is a presentation on the plan, with an attached PDF.

• Presentation - Continuity of Education Plan (discussion item)

Special Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School Board is holding a special virtual action meeting to vote on several items, including a revised 2020-2021 school calendar, multiple settlement agreements for out-of-district student placements, and the district's Health and Safety Plan for reopening schools. The board will also consider a resolution to allow electronic signing of CARES grant documents and accept a $45,000 emergency preparedness grant.

• Approval of Health and Safety Plan for phased school reopening
• Approval of revised 2020-2021 School Calendar
• Three Settlement and Release Agreements for out-of-district placements (up to $51,177.60, $41,000, and $44,000 per year)
• Purchase of Edmentum Study Island and Exact Path software at up to $115,617.96
• Acceptance of $45,000 PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency grant

The provided record contains links to minutes and public comment submissions but does not list any actions, votes, or decisions. No substantive outcomes are documented in the source text.

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss and consider action on a three-year lease of 3,300 HP Chromebooks for high schools costing up to $830,791.71, a Chromebook repair service for $93,600, and renewal of Edmentum software for $115,617.96. The committee will also review survey data and consider approving the district's Phased School Reopening Health & Safety Plan for fall 2020.

• Lease of 3,300 HP G8 11 EE Chromebooks for high school at $276,930.57/year for three years, total $830,791.71, with $1/device buyout
• Chromebook Repair Service through AGI at a cost not to exceed $93,600
• Edmentum renewal for Study Island and Exact Path at $115,617.96, funded by Elementary, Secondary, and Title I budgets
• Review of data from Student/Parent Survey
• Proposed approval of Pennsbury Phased School Reopening Health & Safety Plan for fall 2020

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss updates on facilities projects and take action on several contracts. Action items include hiring Garland/DBS for roof repair at Oxford Valley Elementary ($102,057), rejecting bids for the Village Park water quality project, approving a $119,100 CM3 maintenance contract, and a change order for a propane dispensing system (dollar amount not specified in agenda). Informational updates cover a power outage, preventive maintenance, ADA upgrades, a gym project, and pool opening.

• Recommendation to hire Garland/DBS for Oxford Valley Elementary roof repair not to exceed $102,057
• Recommendation to reject all bids for Village Park water quality improvement project
• Recommendation to issue purchase order to CM3 Building Solutions for $119,100 for districtwide maintenance
• Change order for propane fuel dispensing system (amount not specified in agenda)
• Updates on power outage, preventive maintenance program, ADA upgrade, PHSE gym project, and pool opening

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY. CALL: 1-669-900-6833. MEETING ID: 847 2242 4579 PASSWORD: 6TjEQ0

The Board of School Directors will review and act on the district’s financial reports, including approval of May 2020 financial statements and the April 2020 school lunch operating summary. They will vote to approve payment of outstanding bills totaling $15,829,375.32. The meeting also includes approval of contracts for first‑aid and nursing supplies ($19,176.15) and for art, general and office supplies ($91,561.79), as well as a second reading of Policy 827 and the Student Code of Conduct.

• Approve financial statements for May 2020 and April 2020 school lunch operating summary
• Approve payment of district bills totaling $15,829,375.32
• Award contracts for first‑aid/nursing supplies totaling $19,176.15
• Award contracts for art, general and office supplies estimated at $91,561.79
• Second read of Policy 827 and the Student Code of Conduct

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Finance Committee will discuss key financial items including implications of a zero budget, two emergent facilities issues (PHS campus electrical and Oxford Valley roof), and the PASBO Act 1 index projection. Action items include approval of the 2020-21 final General Fund budget of $217,926,433, a tax resolution with a zero-percent increase (millage rate 170.076), and multiple contracts and bids.

• Approval of 2020-21 final General Fund budget: $217,926,433
• 2020-21 tax resolution with zero percent increase, millage rate 170.076
• Caron Foundation contract for Student Assistance Program: $206,000
• Chromebook parts bid: $22,660.10
• Art, general, and office supplies bid: $91,561.79

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The committee will discuss and vote on adopting the EnVision 2021 math textbook series for grades 6‑8, costing $256,648.82 over four years with an initial $19,000 payment due June 30, 2020. It will also consider approving the Qualtrics survey and analytics tool for a three‑year term at a total cost of $95,000, with yearly payments of $23,000, $31,000, and $41,000. Additional informational items include updates on end‑of‑year events and planning for the 2020‑21 school year.

• Approve EnVision 2021 math textbook series for grades 6‑8, total cost $256,648.82, first payment $19,000 by June 30, 2020
• Approve Qualtrics survey and analytics tool, total cost $95,000 for three years (year‑1 $23,000; year‑2 $31,000; year‑3 $41,000)
• Information update on end‑of‑year events
• Information on planning for the 2020‑21 school year

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Board Education Committee will discuss and vote on recommending approval of a new middle school math textbook series and a district-wide survey tool. They will also receive updates on end-of-year events and planning for the 2020-21 school year. The meeting is held virtually.

• Recommended approval of EnVision 2021 math textbook series for grades 6-8 at $256,648.82 over four years, with $19,000 due by June 30, 2020
• Recommended approval of Qualtrics survey and analytics tool for district-wide use at $95,000 over three years ($23,000 year one, $31,000 year two, $41,000 year three)
• Update on end-of-year events
• Planning for the 2020-21 school year

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will meet virtually to discuss the selection of a construction manager for the Charles Boehm Elementary School renovation and addition project. Committee members will also receive updates on a power outage at the VPA/MBSC building, recent facilities work, and the timeline for hiring a new Director of Facilities. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of construction manager for Charles Boehm Renovation & Addition Project
• Update on power outage at VPA the MBSC Building
• Update on facilities work completed and scheduled
• Brief update on timeline for search for Director of Facilities

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY. Call in: Dial: (669) 900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 2956 8727 Password: 068744

The Pennsbury School Board will hear a presentation on the 2020-2021 budget and consider approving financial reports and bills totaling $11,760,316.02. The board also will vote on a four-year contract renewal with KidsCare for before- and after-school daycare services. Additionally, the meeting includes second-read consideration of finance-related board policies and a first read of Policy 827 and the Student Code of Conduct.

• Presentation of 2020-2021 budget update
• Approval of bills for all funds totaling $11,760,316.02
• Four-year contract renewal with KidsCare for after-school, before-school, and kindergarten extended-day daycare
• Tax refunds totaling $1,057.55 for two property owners
• Second read of board policies for Category 600 (Finance)

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The board's finance committee discusses and recommends action on the 2020-21 proposed final budget of $217,922,587, which will be advertised for public review. Other action items include approval of contracts for special education services, technology maintenance, and emergency repairs. Information items cover capital planning for roof repairs, federal COVID-19 relief funding, and local revenue analysis.

• Recommend advertising the 2020-21 proposed final budget of $217,922,587
• Approval of $4,354,150 contract for special education services with Bucks County Intermediate Unit
• Approval of $30,714,244 budget for Bucks County Technical High School (Pennsbury share $5,241,617)
• Authorize $58,242 job order for high voltage cable replacement at Pennsbury High School
• Discuss local revenue assumptions and 2020-21 budget options

Board Policy Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

This virtual meeting is a discussion-only session with no votes. The committee will review Policy 827 and the deletion of Policy 626.2, consider a new E-Signature Policy, and discuss the Student Code of Conduct for the 2020-2021 school year. Draft policies will be posted on the district website by May 18.

• Discussion of Policy 827 and deletion of current policy 626.2
• Discussion of E-Signature Policy
• Discussion of Student Code of Conduct for the 2020-2021 school year
• Public notice: meeting recorded for broadcast/internet posting
• Draft policies to be posted by Monday, 5/18/20

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss and consider approving a new 7th grade U.S. history textbook and digital program from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt at a budgeted cost of $73,576.59. A presentation on distance learning during the pandemic will also be given. The committee will receive an update on end-of-year events.

• Recommended approval of United States History: Beginning to 1877 (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) for 7th grade at $73,576.59
• Presentation on distance learning practices during the COVID-19 closure
• Update on end-of-year school events

Board Facilities Committee Meeting -THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury Board Facilities Committee will discuss architects and managers for the Charles Boehm renovation, receive updates on several projects, and vote on authorizing change orders under $10,000 as well as approving capital projects totaling up to $1,112,500 and equipment purchases up to $282,500.

• Discussion of architect and construction manager for Charles Boehm Renovation & Addition Project
• Update on Village Park Water Pit and Water Main Replacement Project
• Update on Central Office ADA Elevator Addition Project
• Action to authorize Superintendent or Business Administrator to approve change orders under $10,000 for summer 2020-2021 facilities projects
• Proposed capital projects including carpet replacement at William Penn Middle School, water heater replacement at PHSW, gym roof at PHSW, gym upgrades at PHSE, mechanical inventory, and Penn Valley building automation — combined cost up to $1,112,500

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY. Call in: Dial: (415) 762-9988 Meeting ID: 989 3245 1320 Password: 4Ug0LZ

The Pennsbury School Board will vote on financial reports, $22.1 million in bills, and three settlement agreements for student placements. The board will also receive a 2020-21 budget update presentation and a first reading of finance-related board policies. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approval of $22,143,674.34 in bills for all funds
• Settlement for a student at Cambridge School: up to $31,900 tuition, $3,000 speech therapy, $2,000 summer programming
• Settlement for a student at Solebury School: up to $39,000 tuition
• Settlement for a student: $29,250 fund for educational expenses plus up to $5,000 attorney fees
• First read of Board Policies Category 600 (Finance)

Board Policy Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Policy Committee is meeting virtually to discuss Finance Policies (600 Policies). This is a discussion item only; no votes or action items are listed. Draft policies discussed will be posted on the district website by April 20, 2020.

• Discussion of Finance Policies (600 Policies) — no specific policies named
• Public notice: meeting is being recorded for broadcast and/or internet posting
• Meeting conducted virtually due to COVID-19

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Finance/Partnership Committee will review the 2020‑21 budget scenarios and COVID‑19 fiscal impacts. It will decide on several action items, including amending non‑public services agreements and reallocating Funds 31 and 49 to fund water improvements, ADA upgrades, school buses and $1.5 million of minor capital projects. The committee will also consider renewals of dental, medical, workers‑compensation and other employee benefit contracts.

• Reallocate expenditures between Funds 31 and 49 and allocate $1.5 million for minor capital projects (water improvements, ADA enhancements, school buses).
• Renew Delta Dental contract at $4.14 per employee per month for approximately 813 enrollees, with a monthly deposit of $55,430.
• Approve Workers Compensation renewal with the School District Insurance Consortium at an estimated premium of $984,553.
• Approve Special Education Pool Counsel Agreement with Sweet, Stevens, Katz, & Williams, not to exceed $15,000.
• Direct preparation of a four‑year KidsCare contract renewal for after‑school, before‑school, and kindergarten extended‑day care services.

Board Action Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School Board will vote on revisions to the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school calendars due to the coronavirus pandemic. They will also consider approval of $13.7 million in bills, three student settlement agreements, and an additional fee for an ADA elevator project at the Central Office. The meeting will be conducted virtually with public comment by phone.

• Approval of calendar changes: 2019-2020 calendar revised due to COVID-19; 2020-2021 calendar moves Act 80 day from Jan 15 to Feb 12, 2021 for Keystone exams
• Approval of bills for all funds totaling $13,725,329.99
• Three settlement agreements: two for $29,750 educational funds (one including $8,500 attorney fees) and one for Camphill School tuition up to $35,600 (2019-20), $37,024 (2020-21), $38,505 (2021-22) plus related services
• Additional fee of up to $35,489 for Bonnett Associates for civil engineering and land development services at Central Office ADA Upgrade Project
• Approval of financial reports for February 2020 and January 2020 school lunch summary

Board Facilities Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Facilities Committee will discuss hiring an architect and construction manager for the Charles Boehm Middle School project, as well as elevator and ADA upgrades at the Central Office. They will also hear an update on facilities preparedness during the COVID-19 pandemic. No formal action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of architect selection for Charles Boehm Middle School construction project
• Discussion of construction manager selection for Charles Boehm Middle School project
• Discussion of elevator and ADA upgrades at Central Office
• Information on facilities department COVID-19 preparedness

Board Education Committee Meeting - THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED VIRTUALLY.

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss a Linkit! presentation on benchmark assessments and receive information on school start times, Act 80 Day in 2021, and the COVID-19 school closure. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion or information only.

• Discussion of Linkit! Benchmark Assessments for 2019-2020
• Information on possible changes to school start times
• Information on Act 80 Day in 2021
• Update on COVID-19 school closure
• Meeting conducted virtually due to pandemic

The committee reviewed a presentation on the Linkit! data management system and received information regarding the science of sleep and school start times. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting

The Finance/Partnership Committee will hear presentations from up to three potential tax‑assessment‑appeals consultants and a health‑care strategy update. It will take action to approve a contract amendment with Windstream Enterprises, renew the KidsCare extended‑day care contract, award a $29,214.44 bus engine replacement contract to Bucks County International, and authorize signing the audit engagement letter with Maillie for $27,000. The meeting also includes informational updates and several fiscal reports for the board’s review.

• Award bus engine replacement contract to Bucks County International for $29,214.44
• Approve amendment to Windstream Enterprises telephony services contract
• Direct Solicitor's Office to prepare four‑year KidsCare extended‑day care contract renewal
• Authorize signing audit engagement letter with Maillie for $27,000
• Discuss proposals from up to three tax‑assessment‑appeals consultants

Board Education Committee Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss school start times and an Act 80 Day for 2021. A presentation on the Linkit! assessment tool is also scheduled. No votes or formal decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Linkit! Presentation on student assessment software
• Information item: School Start Times
• Information item: Act 80 Day in 2021

Board Facilities Committee Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss facility projects and take action on several items. They will review the construction manager and architect for the Charles Boehm project, and consider action items including a waiver for a PTO Sunday event, a 60-month Pitney Bowes mail machine lease at $489.82/month, and an additional fee of up to $35,489 for the Central Office ADA elevator upgrade.

• Review Construction Manager for Charles Boehm Project
• Review Architect for Charles Boehm Project
• Waive Sunday use policy for Makefield Elementary PTO 5K
• Approve 60-month Pitney Bowes lease at $489.82/month
• Approve additional $35,489 for Central Office ADA elevator upgrade engineering

Board Action Meeting

The Pennsbury School Board will take action on approving over $21.67 million in bills and financial reports for January 2020, and consider a policy waiver to allow the Rotary Club of Levittown-Fairless Hills to use a school cafeteria on a Sunday. The board will also hear a presentation on the 2020-2021 budget and vote on several student trip proposals, including a France tour for the marching band and a Spanish exchange program. Other items include approval of minutes, recognitions, and committee reports.

• Approval of bills for all funds totaling $21,672,753.60
• Waiver of Sunday building use policy (Rule #12 of Policy 707.1R5) for Rotary Club of Levittown-Fairless Hills on May 17, 2020 at PHS West Cafeteria
• Approval of Pennsbury High School Marching Band France Tour 2020 (April 2–12, no cost to district)
• Approval of Spanish exchange program with EP Sitges, Spain (November 2020, $1,300 cost to district for substitute teachers)
• Approval of student participation in Mathcounts 2020 State Competition ($260 registration) and MOWW Youth Leadership Seminar ($581 bus)

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The committee will elect a chair to lead the Board Policy Committee. Members will discuss updates or changes to Policies 000‑005 and Policies 006‑011. They will also review a recommendation concerning Policies 220 and 913. Draft versions of the discussed policies will be posted on the district website by February 24, 2020.

• Election of the Board Policy Committee Chair
• Updates or changes to Policies 000‑005
• Discussion of Policies 006‑011
• Review of recommendation regarding Policies 220 and 913
• Draft policies to be posted online by Feb 24 2020

Board Facilities Committee Meeting

The Facilities Committee will discuss updates on ADA renovations at the central office, review construction manager and architect proposals for the Charles Boehm Project, and receive a capital and maintenance project update. An information item on new custodial equipment will also be presented. The committee will vote to approve the district‑wide HVAC repairs, maintenance and parts contract with Power Cool and to waive the Sunday‑use rule for several community groups.

• Approve HVAC Repairs, Maintenance, Parts & Supplies contract (Bid #1920-017) with Power Cool for school years 2019/2020‑2021/2022
• Waive General Rule #12 of Policy #707.1R5 to allow Rotary Club of Levittown‑Fairless Hills use of PHS West Cafeteria on May 17, 2020
• Waive rule to permit Main Street Theater Co. & Quarry Hill Drama Club use of Quarry Hill Stage/Cafeteria on March 29, 2020
• Waive rule to permit Makefield Elementary School PTO use of Makefield Parking Lot on May 31, 2020
• Waive rule to permit Sandy Run Girl Scout Service Unit use of Pennwood Auditorium on May 3, 2020

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting

The committee is discussing the 2020-21 draft budget with a requested new money scenario of $181,088,721, as well as a multiyear technology refresh plan, the governor's budget proposal, and health care stop loss. Action items include approving the Bucks County Intermediate Unit budget ($2,107,422), accepting a $5,709.87 food service equipment grant for Penn Valley Elementary, and authorizing PlanCon Part K submissions for bond refunding. Information items include a bond refunding analysis, lunch debt update, and a note that the district was not selected for a DERA grant.

• Discussion of 2020-21 draft budget with $181,088,721 new money scenario
• Action item to approve BCIU Programs & Services Budget for $2,107,422 (net decrease of $350.54 for Pennsbury)
• Action item to accept $5,709.87 food service equipment grant for a convection steamer at Penn Valley Elementary
• Action item to authorize PlanCon Part K submissions for General Obligation Bonds Series of 2019 and Series A of 2019
• Information item: Bond refunding analysis and 10-year history of bond refundings

Board Education Committee Meeting

The Education Committee is reviewing several instructional items including a presentation by Panorama Education. The committee is also considering proposals for AP Physics online subscriptions and Multivariate Calculus textbooks.

• $12,097.00 proposal for Pearson's AP Physics Online Subscription
• $6,237.00 proposal for Thomas' Calculus textbook adoption
• Information item regarding school start times
• Information item regarding middle school schedule information

Special Meeting/General Business

The Pennsbury School Board will vote to appoint successors for two vacant director seats representing Regions Two and Three, following resignations of John Palmer and Nancy Lawson. Appointees will serve until the reorganization meeting in December 2021. The meeting also includes public comment periods and board discussion.

• Appointment of a Region Two School Director to replace John Palmer, effective February 6, 2020
• Appointment of a Region Three School Director to replace Nancy Lawson, effective February 6, 2020
• Oath of office administered by The Honorable Jan Vislosky for new appointees
• Public comment periods: up to one hour initially and up to 30 minutes later

Board Action Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board will vote on a settlement agreement establishing a $6,000 educational fund for a student and paying $6,500 in attorney fees. The board will also consider approving $20.3 million in bills, adopting the 2020-2021 school calendar, and approving participation in forensics competitions. Public comment is accepted on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of $20,303,421.27 in bills for all funds
• Settlement and Release Agreement: $6,000 student educational fund and $6,500 attorney fees
• Adoption of 2020-2021 school calendar
• Four additional mobile fingerprinting events at $200 each for staff clearances
• Forensics team participation in Barkley Forum (Atlanta, Jan 24-27) and PA State Championships (March 13-14)

Board Policy Committee Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board Policy Committee will meet to elect a committee chair and discuss the transition process to PSBA. They will also review policies numbered 000-005. Draft policies discussed at this meeting will be posted on the district website by January 13, 2020.

• Election of the Board Policy Committee Chair
• Review of transition process to PSBA
• Discussion of policies 000-005
• Draft policies to be posted on website by 1/13/20

Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss alternative approaches to real estate tax appeals and review the general fund budget development. Action items include approving an agreement with Provident Energy for electricity and natural gas procurement advisory services, and authorizing a $7,500 audit with Maillie LLP for PlanCon Part J on the Pennwood project. The committee will also receive information on updated 2020 bidding thresholds and the IRS mileage rate, as well as multiple audited financial statements for affiliated entities.

• Discussion: Alternative approaches to real estate tax appeals
• Discussion: General fund budget development update with draft revenues and expenditures
• Action: Approve an agreement with Provident Energy as electricity/natural gas procurement adviser (fee is half the cost of current provider)
• Action: Authorize $7,500 audit with Maillie LLP for PlanCon Part J on the Pennwood project
• Information: 2020 public bidding thresholds increased to $21,000 (formal bid) and $11,300 (three quotes); IRS mileage rate decreased to 57.5 cents/mile

Board Facilities Committee Meeting

The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will meet to discuss and vote on several action items, including hiring Bonnett Associates for $55,500 to produce bidding documents for the Central Office ADA upgrade project. The committee will also consider amending a prior motion for the Quarry Hill Elementary project to include reimbursable expenses up to $9,500, and vote on waiving a policy to allow the Rotary Club of Levittown-Fairless Hills to use a school cafeteria on a Sunday for a fundraiser. Discussion items include selecting a committee chair and a process for consultants on the Charles Boehm Renovation & Addition Project.

• Action item: Hire Bonnett Associates, Inc. for $55,500 plus hourly fees to produce bidding documents for the Central Office ADA upgrade project
• Action item: Amend prior motion for Bonnett Associates at Quarry Hill Elementary to include reimbursable expenses up to $9,500
• Action item: Waive General Rule #12 of Policy #707.1R5 to issue a facility usage permit to the Rotary Club of Levittown-Fairless Hills for May 9, 2020 fundraiser in PHS West Cafeteria
• Discussion item: Select a chair person for the Facilities Committee
• Discussion item: Recommended process for consultants needed for the Charles Boehm Renovation & Addition Project