Pennsbury School District public meetings in 2023
67 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will hear the annual district achievement report and student representative updates, then open public comment, and vote on several action items. Key decisions include approving PIAA Winter Championships participation for multiple sports (with costs ranging from $500 to $4,000 each), approving cheerleading nationals attendance ($1,200), and approving a $1,000 deposit for the 2025 Junior Prom.
- Approval of PIAA Winter Championships participation for boys and girls indoor track, wrestling, swimming, basketball, bowling, cheerleading, and cross country
- Approval of cheerleading team to attend NCA High School Cheerleading Nationals in Dallas, TX, January 19-21, 2024, cost $1,200
- Approval of $1,000 deposit for 2025 Junior Prom from student activities fund
- Annual District Achievement Report presentation on state and national assessment results
- Recognition of Mary-Margaret Pannick for 35 years of service to Pennsbury
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Pennsbury School District Board Policy & Personnel Committee will vote on tentative agreements extending collective bargaining contracts with the Pennsbury Education Association (teachers) through 2031 and the Pennsbury Educational Support Professional Association (support staff) through 2032. The committee will also discuss proposed Policy 235.2, approve a substitute pay rate increase for health room aides from $10 to $19 per hour, and an addendum to the ESS contract for substitute services. A public comment period and closed executive session on personnel matters are also scheduled.
- Vote on five-year contract extension with Pennsbury Education Association (teachers) through June 30, 2031
- Vote on five-year contract extension with Pennsbury Educational Support Professional Association (support staff) through June 30, 2032
- Approve increase in substitute health room aide hourly rate from $10.00 to $19.00, effective December 22, 2023
- Approve addendum to ESS contract increasing pay rate for substitute services, effective December 22, 2023
- Discussion of proposed Draft Policy 235.2
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Board Finance/Partnership Committee will meet to discuss tax relief and review several information items. Action items include approving multiple service subscriptions, donations, and a large purchase for stadium buildings.
- Purchase of pre-fabricated M&W stadium buildings for $3,721,000
- Duo Security staff subscription not to exceed $16,666.10
- PowerSchool Professional Learning system purchase up to $20,690.65 per year
- Transfinder Professional Services route time adjustments not to exceed $6,000
- Donation of $250 from KidsCare of Pennsbury for the Speech and Debate Team
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School Board Education Committee will hear public comment and a data presentation, then discuss a School of Character/PBIS initiative. Action items include approving funding for five student trips to conferences and festivals: ACDA Eastern Conference ($2,100), DECA State Conference ($2,000), SkillsUSA ($2,000), FBLA ($2,000), and OAKE Music Festival ($1,900).
- Approve $2,100 for 4 students and 1 faculty to attend ACDA Eastern Conference in Providence, RI (Feb 28–Mar 3, 2024)
- Approve ~$2,000 for 50 students and 2 chaperones to attend PA DECA State Conference in Hershey, PA (Feb 21–23, 2024)
- Approve ~$2,000 for 50 students and 2 chaperones for PA SkillsUSA State Conference in Hershey, PA (Apr 3–5, 2024)
- Approve ~$2,000 for 50 students and 2 chaperones for PA FBLA State Conference in Hershey, PA (Apr 8–10, 2024)
- Approve $1,900 for 1 employee and 9 students to attend OAKE National Conference Choirs in Chicago, IL (Mar 14–17, 2024)
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person at 5:00 PM in William Penn Middle School Vision Quest Room (next to Library)
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will meet on December 7, 2023, to receive updates on several school facility projects, including the GESA project, PHS Stadium Phase 3, Charles Boehm, and an indoor air quality survey. The committee will also consider action on a request to waive facility usage fees for the Martin Luther King Teen Peace & Justice Summit and accept a donation of materials for the varsity baseball field from the Pennsbury Baseball Parents Club.
- GESA project update
- PHS Stadium Phase 3 update
- Charles Boehm update
- Indoor Air Quality Building Survey draft reviewed
- Action: Waive facility usage fees for MLK Teen Peace & Justice Summit on Jan. 14, 2024
Special Meeting for Reorganization
The Pennsbury Board of School Directors will hold a special meeting for reorganization, electing a temporary president, swearing in newly elected members, and electing a president, vice president, and assistant secretary for the coming year. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no substantive policy or financial decisions on the agenda.
- Election of temporary president to preside over reorganization
- Certificates of election read for TR Kannan, Donna Abrescia, Jim Prokopiak, Sherwood Taylor, and Jeannine Delwiche
- Oath of office administered by The Honorable Jan Vislosky
- Election of president, vice president, and assistant secretary for terms expiring December 2024
- Public comment period of up to 90 minutes for agenda and non-agenda items
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Superintendent's Conference Room, Fallsington
The Pennsbury Board Wellness Committee will hold a brief meeting to discuss four topics: a healthy building staff survey, a sustainability grant, increasing cycling to school, and a food service survey. The agenda includes public comment limited to 15 minutes, with individual comments capped at 3 minutes.
- Discussion of Healthy Building Staff Survey (indoor building quality)
- Review of a sustainability grant
- Discussion on increasing cycling to school
- Discussion of K-12 Food Service Survey
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will meet to discuss a research proposal on sensory learning for autistic students and vote on several action items. These include approving participation in PIAA winter championships, cheerleading nationals, a junior prom deposit, honor band festivals, an ASL tutoring contract, and speech therapy training.
- PIAA Winter Championships for indoor track, wrestling, swimming, basketball, bowling, cheerleading (total approx. $29,200)
- NCA High School Cheerleading Nationals in Dallas, TX — district cost $1,200
- 2025 Junior Prom deposit of $1,000 to Falls Manor
- Deaf-Hearing Communication Centre ASL tutoring contract up to $45/hr virtual, $65/hr in-person
- Expansion Speech Therapy training for speech-language pathologists — not to exceed $700
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will hear a superintendent update on facilities, including the Boehm project and a review of the high school project with financing and design presentations by PFM and D'Huy Engineering. The board will also vote on several action items including approval of the 2024-2025 high school and middle school programs of study, various student trips and conferences, and a study abroad tour to Germany and the Alps. Public comment is scheduled.
- Review of high school project financing and design presentations from PFM and D'Huy Engineering
- Approval of 2024-2025 High School Program of Studies
- Approval of 2024-2025 Middle School Program of Studies and Handbook
- Trip to Germany and the Alps Study Abroad Tour from 4/11/25 to 4/19/25; district cost approx. $1,350 for substitute teachers
- Pennsylvania State Thespian Conference trip at cost not to exceed $400
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Pennsbury School District Board Policy & Personnel Committee will discuss proposed Administrative Regulation 246-AR-2 on feminine hygiene products in schools and review Policy 816 on social media. Action items include first readings of draft Policy 235.2 and updated Policy 246. The committee will also consider alumni access to student records and serving alcohol at school reunions, then hold an executive session on personnel issues.
- Discussion of Administrative Regulation 246-AR-2 on feminine hygiene products in schools
- Review of Policy 816 on social media use
- Discussion of alumni group access to student records
- Discussion of serving alcohol on school grounds for reunions
- First reading of draft Policy 235.2 and updated Policy 246
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee meets in-person to discuss the high school financing plan, health care expenses, and the Act 1 timeline. The committee will vote on 14 action items, including awarding a demographic study contract, approving health service MOUs with private schools, and renewing software licenses.
- Discussion of PHS high school financing plan with millage impact analysis
- Award of RFP 2324-038 to EI Associates for a demographic and capacity study at $34,500
- Approval of health service MOUs with Pen Ryn School, St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School, Valley Day School, St. Ignatius of Antioch School, and Abrams Hebrew Academy
- Approval of Cohesity network back-up system renewal at $33,942.14
- Approval of PowerSchool PowerPack, Ecollect, and State Validation Suite renewal at $30,521.19
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person at 7:30 PM in Fallsington Elementary School Gym
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss and take action on several capital projects. The main action item is authorizing a request for proposals for architectural services for either construction of a new Pennsbury High School or renovation of Pennsbury High School West. The committee also will consider waiving the responsible contractor clause for summer 2024 roofing projects at four schools and accept a donation of soccer goals from the Afton PTO. Several change orders and a gym floor replacement under an insurance claim are also on the agenda.
- Authorize RFP for architectural services for new Pennsbury High School or renovation of Pennsbury West
- Waive responsible contractor policy for roofing projects at Makefield ES, William Penn MS, Penn Valley ES, and Oxford Valley ES
- Accept Afton PTO donation of two steel soccer goals for Afton Elementary playground
- Approve deduct change order of $5,600 for Eleanor Roosevelt playground project
- Approve $34,022 change order for lead paint removal at Charles Boehm Middle School
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Wm. Penn Library Classroom
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee will discuss a healthy building staff survey, review a sustainability grant, and set goals for the 2023-24 school year. The committee will consider approving a self-care proposal for educators at Charles Boehm and Pennwood Middle Schools at a cost not to exceed $7,500 using ESSER funds. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes at the start of the meeting.
- Discussion of Healthy Building Staff Survey
- Review of Sustainability Grant
- Goals for 2023-24 school year including healthy building survey, walk-to-school days, and school lunch survey
- Self-Care Proposal for Educators at Charles Boehm and Pennwood Middle Schools — cost not to exceed $7,500 from ESSER funds
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including approval of the high school and middle school programs of studies for the next school year, student trips, and staff conference attendance. Public comment will be heard at the start of the meeting.
- Trip to Germany and The Alps Study Abroad Tour from April 11-19, 2025, with district cost of approximately $1,350 for substitute teachers.
- Approval of the Pennsbury High School Program of Studies for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Approval of the Middle School Program of Studies and Handbook for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Participation in speech and debate tournaments (Glenbrooks, Barkley Forum, Sunvite) with students and parents traveling at their own expense.
- Staff conference attendance: SAS Conference ($7,200), Pete & C Conference ($4,000), and Pennsylvania State Thespian Conference ($400).
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will hear reports and public comment before voting on several action items, including a new PreK-12 character and wellness framework, facility projects for cameras and roof replacements, and student trip approvals. They will also recognize a retiring employee.
- Vote on PreK-12 Character, Culture, and Wellness Framework (no fiscal impact)
- Authorize D'Huy Engineering to develop bid specs for camera projects at Walt Disney, Oxford Valley, and Eleanor Roosevelt
- Authorize D'Huy to develop bid specs for roof projects at Oxford Valley, Penn Valley, and William Penn
- Approve Speech and Debate team participation in Yale and NYC Invitationals ($235)
- Approve student trip to Costa Rica ($1,350 for substitute teachers)
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Board Policy & Personnel Committee will discuss proposed changes to policy 817 (temperature guidelines) and a new administrative regulation on feminine hygiene products. Action items include a first read of draft policy 235.2, approving SuperEval software at $3,125, an ESS contract addendum raising substitute pay rates, and increasing health room aide substitute pay from $10 to $19/hr. The committee will also hold an executive session for personnel matters.
- Proposed changes to policy 817: remove temperature guidelines and create administrative regulation
- Proposed administrative regulation 246-AR-2 on feminine hygiene products in schools
- First read of draft policy 235.2
- Approval of SuperEval software for $3,125 for leadership evaluations
- Increase in health room aide substitute rate from $10 to $19/hr
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Finance/Partnership Committee will consider several action items, including donations, contract payments, and tax stipulations. Members will vote on a tax settlement that raises the assessed value of 699 Philadelphia Avenue and adds $132,057 in annual property taxes. Additional items include approving payments, licensing agreements, and a cost‑saving addendum.
- Accept a $2,911 donation from Office Depot/OfficeMax for Oxford Valley Elementary School
- Approve an $8,841 payment to ATIXA funded via Title IV funds
- Approve tax stipulation 13-047-062-003 for 699 Philadelphia Avenue, generating $132,057 in additional property taxes annually
- Approve the second year of a three‑year Microsoft licensing agreement up to $93,337.92 per year
- Approve a Finalsite addendum that saves the district $9,933
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person at 5:00 PM in Classroom G106 at Pennsbury High School West, 608 South Olds Blvd., Fairless Hills.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will consider three action items: authorizing D'Huy Engineering to develop bid specifications for camera installations at Walt Disney, Oxford Valley, and Eleanor Roosevelt schools, and for roof projects at Oxford Valley, Penn Valley, and William Penn schools, as well as accepting a PTO donation of playground benches. Discussion items include updates on Charles Boehm schools and creation of energy administrative guidelines. Information items cover updates on the GESA project, high school projects, and a camera project.
- Authorize D'Huy Engineering to develop bid specs for cameras at Walt Disney, Oxford Valley, and Eleanor Roosevelt
- Authorize D'Huy Engineering to develop bid specs for roof projects at Oxford Valley, Penn Valley, and William Penn
- Accept PTO donation of playground benches
- Update on Charles Boehm and Charles Boehm South schools
- Discussion on creation of administrative guidelines for energy
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Wm. Penn Library Classroom
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee will meet to discuss several wellness-focused topics for the 2023-24 school year. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion or informational. The meeting will be in-person with a live stream.
- Discussion of goals for the 2023-24 school year
- Discussion of Healthy Building Certification
- Discussion of Wellness month activities in May
- Discussion of Bike & Roll to School Day 2024
September 28, 2023 Board Wellness Committee - This meeting will be conducted in-person 3:45
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee will discuss and determine its goals for the 2023-24 school year, including developing a healthy building survey, continuing Wellness Month in May, and planning a Bike & Roll to School Day for May 8, 2024. The committee will also discuss a Healthy Building Certification and review potential conflicts for the bike-to-school event. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes at the start of the meeting.
- Discussion of Healthy Building Certification for district facilities
- Goal to develop a healthy building survey for staff and students on green teams
- Planning for Wellness Month in May 2024
- Bike & Roll to School Day 2024 – May 8, 2024 – review conflicts
- Goal to send a school lunch survey to parents
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Board Education Committee will discuss two research requests and vote on several action items, including a district-wide PreK-12 Character, Culture, and Wellness Framework. Other action items include approval of student trips to Costa Rica, speech and debate tournaments, and professional development conferences. The meeting opens with public comment limited to 15 minutes.
- Vote on PreK-12 Character, Culture, and Wellness Framework for the district
- Approve student trip to Costa Rica (March 23-31, 2024) with $1,350 cost for substitute teachers
- Approve two employees attending enVision Community Summit in Washington DC ($2,000)
- Approve Speech and Debate team to compete at Yale and NYC invitationals ($235 total)
- Approve one employee attending ED Games Expo in Washington DC ($200)
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will consider approving a varsity baseball spring training trip to the Ripken Experience in Myrtle Beach, SC, from March 13-17, 2024, at no cost to the district. The board also will vote on a pilot self-care for educators contract not to exceed $4,000, an Otis elevator maintenance agreement for $12,905.76, and authorization for HVAC/electrical renovations at the district network server hub. Financial reports and overnight educational leaves are also up for approval.
- Baseball spring training trip to Myrtle Beach (March 13-17, 2024) with player costs covered by fundraising
- Self-Care for Educators pilot contract not to exceed $4,000 for 2023-2024
- Otis Elevator yearly maintenance agreement for $12,905.76 (July 2023-June 2024)
- Authorization for DHuy Engineering to prepare drawings for district network server hub HVAC/electrical renovations
- Approval of financial statements for August 2023 and overnight educational leaves
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Board Policy & Personnel Committee will review and recommend approval of draft Policy 903.7, then move into closed session to discuss personnel matters, followed by informational updates on staffing and professional development. Two action items propose contracts: a $2,500 workshop with Blackburn & Associates and a $2,496 PowerSchool add-on for the eFinancePlus module.
- Review and recommended approval of updated draft Policy 903.7 (no fiscal impact)
- Executive session to discuss personnel issues (appointments, contracts, salary adjustments, etc.)
- Proposed contract with Blackburn & Associates for a leadership workshop at $2,500.00
- Proposed contract with PowerSchool for eFinancePlus support at $2,496.00
- Staffing and professional development updates (informational)
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The committee will consider approving a $97,572 tuition agreement with New Hope Solebury for a student at Pennwood Middle School, a $137,664 tax settlement, a $167,440 food service agreement, and several other purchases and contracts. Information items include updates on DVHT, IDEA eligibility through age 22, PHS project schedule, propane buses, and real estate control. Reports on monthly finances and state budget will be presented.
- Approve $97,572.66 tuition agreement with New Hope Solebury for a student at Pennwood Middle School
- Approve $137,664 tax stipulation settlement for docket 2022-06470
- Approve sponsor-to-sponsor agreement with Center for Student Learning for projected annual revenue of $167,440
- Approve purchase of 5 Promethean Display Panels for $17,778.65
- Accept $1,000 donation from Chip Taylor family for Fallsington Elementary gardens and PHS speech/debate
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person at 5:00 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria, 134 Yardley Ave., Fallsington.
The Pennsbury Board Facilities Committee will hear updates on school opening, the high school project, allowance authorizations, the GESA project, and the camera project. The committee will also discuss Charles Boehm and Charles Boehm South updates. Action items include authorizing DHuy Engineering to prepare drawings for the District Network and Server Hub HVAC and electrical renovations, and approving an Otis Elevator yearly maintenance agreement for $12,905.76.
- Otis Elevator yearly maintenance agreement for $12,905.76
- Authorization for DHuy Engineering to prepare drawings for network/server hub HVAC and electrical renovations
- High School Committee Update (discussion item with attached PDF)
- Charles Boehm and Charles Boehm South updates (discussion item)
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss staff research on the EnVision 2021 math program, class size, and HMH reading results. Action items include approving a $8,200 Self Care for Educators contract and a no-cost spring training trip for the varsity baseball team to the Ripken Experience in South Carolina.
- Action item: Approve Self Care for Educators pilot contract not to exceed $8,200 for 2023-2024
- Action item: Approve varsity baseball spring training trip to Ripken Experience, Myrtle Beach, SC (March 13-17, 2024, no district cost)
- Discussion: Staff research request on teacher acceptability and fidelity of EnVision 2021 math program
- Discussion: Class size update
- Presentation: HMH reading assessment results from 2022-2023 school year
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will consider approving $27.6 million in district bills, submitting PlanCon Part H financing for the Charles Boehm Middle School renovation, and awarding a $70,819 bid for musical instruments. Other action includes a retainer agreement with D'Huy Engineering Inc., renewal of Naviance college planning software for $48,030, and approval of overnight educational leaves. The board will also receive reports from the superintendent, committees, and an update on return to school.
- Approval of bills for All Funds totaling $27,619,047.85
- PlanCon Part H submission for Charles Boehm Middle School renovation project
- Musical instruments bid award of $70,819.46 to four vendors
- Retainer agreement with D'Huy Engineering Inc.
- Renewal of Naviance college planning software for $48,030.40
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Pennsbury School District Board Policy & Personnel Committee will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters, then consider a staffing update and vote on the 2023-24 organizational chart. The only action item is approval of the district's organizational structure for the coming year.
- Closed executive session to discuss personnel issues including appointments, resignations, salaries, and contract negotiations
- Informational staffing update to be presented
- Action item: annual approval of the 2023-24 Pennsbury School District Organizational Chart
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee is meeting to discuss the 75th anniversary and the KOIZ development, and to consider action items including submission of PlanCon Part H for the Charles Boehm Middle School renovation, a $70,819 musical instrument bid award, and multiple technology contract renewals. The committee will also review information reports on workers' compensation, delinquent tax collection, wellness program results, and the state budget impact.
- PlanCon Part H submission for Charles Boehm Middle School renovation
- Musical instrument bid award totaling $70,819.46 to Alamo Music, Music & Arts, Washington Music Center, and Midwest Musical Imports
- Naviance college and career planning software renewal for $48,030.40
- Blackboard Community Engagement Suite migration and renewal with annual costs from $51,529 to $52,393 over five years
- Crown Castle fiber service for warehouse at $2,874.76 per month for 60 months ($36,312.70 annually)
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person at 5:00 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria, 134 Yardley Ave., Fallsington.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will meet August 3 at Fallsington Elementary School. The committee will discuss updates on Charles Boehm and Charles Boehm South, the GESA project, summer projects, and the high school committee process. An action item is a proposed retainer agreement with DEI. The meeting is being recorded for public broadcast.
- Action: approval of DEI retainer agreement
- Discussion: Charles Boehm and Charles Boehm South updates
- Discussion: GESA project update
- Discussion: Summer projects update
- Discussion: High school committee process
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will vote on multiple action items including renewals of facility maintenance, technology services, and professional contracts. The board will also consider an agreement to transport Morrisville students to career and technical schools, and a bid award for Pro Panels. A public comment period is scheduled.
- Morrisville Transportation Proposal: $41,210 to transport Morrisville students to BCTHS and CSL for 2023-2024
- Endpoint Security Renewal: $128,538 for district's endpoint protection system
- Internet Filtering Program Renewal: $66,836 for filtering, archiving, and monitoring student internet access
- Pro Panel Art Panel Bid Award: $34,595 awarded to Mick and David Enterprises
- Mainline Pool Water Management Program Renewal: $17,821.92 for 2023-2024
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Board will decide on several education contracts and grants, including a $35,000 training contract with Thrive Alliance Group, a $10,000 TRACK program grant from Bucks County, and a new Seal of Biliteracy program costing up to $6,000. Other items include a Canada language trip and various professional services agreements.
- $35,000 contract with Thrive Alliance Group for training
- $12,750 contract with Applied EQ Group for faculty workshops
- $10,000 TRACK program grant from Bucks County
- $6,200 payment to Star House Media for Screenagers Project
- Seal of Biliteracy program at up to $6,000 from Title funds
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will meet in person at Fallsington Elementary School on June 13, 2023, to discuss and vote on multiple curriculum subscriptions and professional development items. Key action items include renewing the Delta Education Foss Next Generation science subscription for K-5 at a cost not to exceed $135,244, along with other curriculum purchases and conference attendance approvals.
- Renewal of Delta Education Foss Next Generation Subscription Model for K-5 science, $135,244
- Renewal of Project Lead the Way K-5 curriculum for SPARK, $9,500
- Purchase of Diagnostic Reading Assessment 3 (DRA 3) subscription, $31,119
- Approval of Special Education curriculum purchases for 2023-2024 (multiple vendors, detailed quotes)
- Leadership Resilience Journey professional development, $34,450
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Pennsbury School District Board Policy & Personnel Committee will review proposed draft Policy 903.7, recommend a first read at the June 15 Board Action Meeting, and discuss the Responsible Contractor Policy. The committee also considers a $848 professional services contract with the Penn Museum for a guided tour for up to 60 educators on Native American history. Personnel matters, including a staffing update, will be discussed in closed session.
- Recommendation to conduct first read of proposed draft Policy 903.7 at 6/15/23 Board Action Meeting
- Discussion of the Responsible Contractor Policy
- Professional Services Contract with Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology for $848, funded by Equity Budget, for a guided tour on Aug 8, 2023
- Staffing update and closed session for personnel issues (appointments, resignations, contract negotiations, etc.)
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee will consider recommending approval of the final 2023-24 general fund budget of $243,614,136 and a real estate tax resolution with a 4.1% millage increase to 186.2838. The committee will also vote on a $1.4 million school bus purchase, a senior tax rebate program, and various routine financial authorizations. Information items include updates on DVHT, employee assistance, and insurance consortium.
- Final 2023-24 general fund budget approval of $243,614,136
- Property tax resolution with a 4.1% increase to 186.2838 mills
- Contract award to Brightbill Body Works for 10 propane buses totaling $1,421,295
- Senior property tax rebate program for 2023-24
- Appointment of Chris Berdnik as Board Secretary for a four-year term
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, in the Walt Disney Elementary School - Cafeteria, 200 Lakeside Drive North, Levittown at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss summer 2023 projects, capital project updates, and the GESA project. Action items include approving three contracts for asbestos/PCB/lead abatement ($38,600), land surveying ($94,500), and geotechnical investigation ($42,430) at the Pennsbury High School Campus, as well as authorizing a partial roof replacement at Makefield Elementary and a rain garden at William Penn Middle School.
- Asbestos, PCB, and lead abatement services contract at Pennsbury High School Campus for $38,600 with Element Environmental Solutions
- Land surveying services contract at Pennsbury High School Campus for $94,500 with Arthur A. Swallow Associates
- Geotechnical investigation services contract at Pennsbury High School Campus for $42,430 with Earth Engineering, Inc.
- Authorization to proceed with Makefield Elementary partial roof replacement project
- Authorization for rain garden project at William Penn Middle School with volunteer support from Girl Scouts
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Wm. Penn Library Classroom
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee will discuss the wellness website, an update on May Wellness Month, and planning for the 2023-2024 school year. No action items are listed; the meeting is focused on discussion and information.
- Discussion of wellness website
- Update on May Wellness Month
- Planning for 2023-2024 school year
- Public notice: meeting recorded for broadcast/Internet posting
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the William Penn School Library
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will meet on May 25, 2023 to vote on 17 action items, including a $101,882 software purchase, a $35,000 training contract, and the establishment of a Seal of Biliteracy program. Other notable items include a language immersion trip to Canada and a K-12 Counseling Plan.
- Approval of 2024 Language and Cultural Immersion Trip to Montréal and Québec City, Canada (approx. $800 for substitute teachers)
- Establishment of a yearly Seal of Biliteracy program at Pennsbury High School (cost not to exceed $6,000 from Title funds)
- Acceptance of $10,000 TRACK (Truancy Reduction and Curfew for Kids) grant from Bucks County
- Purchase of Linkit! software for data warehousing and assessments at $101,882
- Approval of K-12 Counseling Plan for the district
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
Pennsbury School Board will hold an action meeting with recognitions, reports, and public comment. The board will vote on purchasing a StarLab Planetarium for up to $45,643 using grant funds. Other actions include resolutions for outgoing and incoming student representatives and approval of previous minutes.
- Purchase of StarLab Planetarium, not to exceed $45,643, paid by PEF Grant and Title IV Funds
- Resolution commending outgoing student representative Gavin Kuebler
- Resolution recognizing incoming junior student representative Zaki Ali
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023 board action meeting
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss Moody's bond rating and a responsible contractor policy change, then vote on multiple action items including the approval of the Bucks County Technical High School budget for 2023-2024 at $32,854,140, bus parts and oil contracts, and several donations.
- Discuss Moody's bond rating (Aa3 assigned April 2023) and responsible contractor policy proposal
- Approve $32.85M Bucks County Technical High School budget for 2023-2024; Pennsbury share $5.92M
- Award $235,076.72 in bus parts and garage supply contracts to nine vendors
- Approve $13,320.00 oil and diesel exhaust fluid contract with PWD Lubricants
- Accept donations including $1,000 from KidsCare, violin bows, and a French horn
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Board Policy & Personnel Committee will hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The committee will review and recommend a second reading and adoption of Proposed Policy 146.1 and several updates to Policy 137 (including 137, 137.1, 137.2, and 137.3). Additional discussion will cover the Responsible Contractor Policy, public comment procedures, and a staffing update.
- Review and recommendation for second read and adoption of Proposed Policy 146.1
- Review and recommendation for second read and adoption of Updated Policy 137
- Review and recommendation for second read and adoption of Updated Proposed Policy 137.1
- Review and recommendation for second read and adoption of Proposed Policy 137.2
- Review and recommendation for second read and adoption of Proposed Policy 137.3
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, at Edgewood Elementary School, 899 Oxford Valley Rd., Yardley at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss capital projects, including a roof walk-through at PHS East, and vote on four action items: a three-year contract renewal for Mitel phone system maintenance at up to $114,348 per year, a one-year renewal of Brightly Software's Asset Essentials and Event Manager for $45,823.42, awarding a $497,081 roof replacement contract at Walt Disney Elementary to Jottan Roofing Inc., and purchasing custodial equipment from Aramsco for $34,000.01.
- Award a $497,081 contract to Jottan Roofing Inc. for partial roof replacement at Walt Disney Elementary School
- Approve three-year renewal of Comstar Technologies contract for Mitel VoIP phone system maintenance, up to $114,348 annually
- Renew Brightly Software's Asset Essentials and Event Manager for $45,823.42 for the 2023-24 school year
- Purchase custodial equipment from Aramsco for $34,000.01
- Discuss capital projects update and building deficiencies at Pennsbury High School campus
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School Board Education Committee will discuss a proposal for rising seniors to take one online course and vote on multiple action items. These include purchases of a StarLab planetarium ($45,643), PE jerseys ($42,460), and several textbook adoptions totaling over $136,000. The committee will also consider a $87,550 contract with Lakeside School for a mental health professional and approve trips to the NSDA National Tournament and International Thespian Festival.
- Approval of Lakeside counseling agreement at $87,550 for 2023-2024
- StarLab Planetarium purchase for $45,643 from PEF Grant and Title IV funds
- Purchase of PE reversible jerseys from BSN Sports for $42,460
- Adoption of multiple textbooks: World History ($55,855.80), AP US Government ($14,326), AP Microeconomics ($13,319.46), Psychology ($11,320.89), Honors US History ($27,342), Honors Sociology ($12,430.85)
- Participation in formative feedback writing study with ETS (no cost, $2,000 stipend to district)
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Superintendent's Conference Room
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee will discuss updates to the Wellness Policy and Wellness Website, and receive a presentation on May Wellness Month. No action items are on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public in person and via live stream.
- Presentation on May Wellness Month
- Updates on Wellness Policy and Wellness Website
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will receive a presentation on the proposed final 2023-24 budget, with final approval scheduled for June. The board will also vote on updated high school GPA calculations for the class of 2027 and beyond, and consider a $14,258.25 purchase of hydroponics equipment for STEM education. The meeting includes recognitions, committee reports, and public comment.
- Presentation of proposed final 2023-24 budget
- Vote on updated high school GPA calculations for class of 2027 and beyond
- Purchase of Hydroponics Fork Farm at a cost not to exceed $14,258.25
- Approval of $2,000 for four students to attend PJAS State Science Competition
- Approval of March 16, 2023 board action meeting minutes
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Pennsbury School District Board Policy & Personnel Committee will discuss and recommend action on several proposed policies, including updates to comply with Act 55 of 2022 regarding home education students' participation in district cocurricular and academic programs. The committee will also consider a memorandum of understanding with the Pennsbury Education Association updating supplemental contracts and rates effective July 1, 2023. Additional discussions include a responsible contractor policy, public comment at committee meetings, and rescheduling the June meeting due to graduation.
- Review of proposed Policy 903.6 (second read, recommend approval)
- Review of proposed Policies 137, 137.1, 137.2, 137.3 (first reads) to implement Act 55 of 2022 home education provisions
- Review of proposed Policy 146.1 (first read)
- Discussion of a responsible contractor policy
- MOU with Pennsbury Education Association for updated supplemental contracts and rates (fiscal impact, budgeted)
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss the 2023‑24 General Fund proposed final budget and a responsible contractor policy change. It will consider several action items, including bond parameter resolutions for Series 2023 new money and refunding, and approvals for various contracts and purchases. The meeting also includes informational updates on debt service modeling, ESSER monitoring, and consumer price index data.
- Approve bond parameters resolutions for Series 2023 new money and refunding
- Approve builder's risk insurance for stadium turf and track project (up to $5,010)
- Approve purchase of 20 Promethean Interactive TVs, carts, and Chromeboxes (up to $80,449.60)
- Approve purchase of 44 evacuation chairs and cabinets (up to $133,665.84)
- Approve payment of $48,198.06 to Morgan Records Management for digitizing special education files
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, in the PHS East School - Cafeteria, 705 Hood Blvd, Fairless Hills at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss a capital projects update and consider several action items. Key actions include approving a revised $4,512,300 contract for Falcon Field athletic improvements, a $26,612.50 decrease for warehouse paving, and $18,230 for fiber line relocation at Charles Boehm MS. The committee will also discuss the potential purchase of the Grey Nun property and changes to the responsible contractor policy.
- Falcon Field synthetic turf and track project contract revised to $4,512,300 with The LandTek Group, Inc.
- Warehouse paving contract with Gaver Industries decreased by $26,612.50 to $103,658.00
- Crown Castle fiber line relocation at Charles Boehm MS for $18,230.00
- Quarry Hill PTO to donate and install kindergarten playground equipment valued at $37,204 at no cost to district
- Authorization to auction three outdated district vehicles (2003 Ford dump truck, 2000 Ford F-450, 2016 mower) on Municibid
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Superintendent Conference Room
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee meets to discuss and receive presentations on wellness initiatives. Items include a mindfulness update from principals, a presentation on the 'Breathe' program, and planning for a May wellness challenge. No binding votes are scheduled.
- Mindfulness presentation by principals Donna McCormick-Miller and Stephanie Hultquist
- Breathe Information discussion with Christina Logan
- May Wellness Planning with attached challenge document
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The committee is reviewing several action items including proposed updates to high school GPA calculations. Other discussions involve funding for new athletic programs, student competition travel, and professional service renewals.
- Proposed updated High School GPA Calculations impacting the class of 2027 and beyond
- Purchase of Hydroponics Fork Farm not to exceed $14,258.25
- Funding for three new athletic programs (Girls Golf, Girls Wrestling, Unified Bocce) totaling $26,000
- Legal services consultation agreement with Sweet, Stevens, Katz & Williams LLP for $15,000
- Penn Medicine Princeton Healthcare System renewal for occupational and physical therapy at $118 per visit
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will consider multiple action items, including a $14,236 purchase of VEX IQ robotics kits for middle-level STEM programs, approval of student participation in the MathCounts state competition at a cost not to exceed $2,500, and authorization for three elementary librarians to attend the PA School Library Conference ($2,200). The board will also vote on accepting donations of movie passes and bowling vouchers for a girls' basketball playoff giveaway, and authorizing Penn Valley PTO to install new playground equipment at no district cost.
- Purchase of 30 VEX IQ Education Kits (2nd gen) for $14,236.05 for middle school STEM programs
- Approval for 20 students to attend MathCounts State Competition in Harrisburg, PA at up to $2,500
- Authorization for three elementary librarians to attend PA School Librarians Association Conference for $2,200
- Accept donation of 100 free movie passes from Kellogg's and 100 $10 bowling vouchers from Colonial Bowling Lanes for girls' basketball playoff
- Authorize Penn Valley Elementary PTO to install new playground equipment ($31,549) funded by PTO at no district cost
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The committee will review proposed Policy 903.6 for a first read and discuss possible updates to Policy 011. They will also consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding that moves positions from the Non-Represented Group to the Pennsbury Educational Support Professionals Association (PESPA). The committee will then move into executive session for personnel matters including appointments, resignations, and contract negotiations.
- Review of Proposed Policy 903.6 (first read)
- Discussion of Policy 011 for potential updates
- MOU adding positions from NRG to PESPA
- Executive session for personnel issues
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee will discuss Series 2023 bonds, the Governor's proposed budget, food service, and delinquent tax collection. Information items include electricity pricing, capital budget update, and general fund budget projection. Action items include accepting donations, a tax appeal stipulation adding $38,666.87 in revenue, and multiple contract renewals.
- Discussion of Series 2023 bonds
- Donation of $11,730.55 from The Giant Company for meal program relief
- 218 Lincoln Highway tax appeal stipulation generating $38,666.87
- Renewal of Frontline Education Forecast 5 analytics at $12,392.59
- Purchase of APC Uninterruptible Power Supplies via eRate for up to $72,160
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, in the Village Park Academy School, 75 Unity Dr., Levittown at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury Board Facilities Committee will discuss capital projects and a Manor Chiller update, and vote on several action items including playground replacements, a roof replacement design contract, and acceptance of an anonymous PPE donation. The committee will also review bid results for Falcon Field athletic facility improvements.
- Recommend awarding $98,210 contract to Gaver Industries dba Barker & Barker for new hard surface playground at Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary
- Request to authorize Penn Valley PTO to remove/install playground equipment by Lyons Recreation for $31,549 at no district cost
- Proposal to authorize D'Huy Engineering for drawings/specs for roof replacement at Walt Disney Elementary 2-story addition
- Discussion on accepting 'York' chiller for the 2023 Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement to cancel rental chiller
- Review of bids for Falcon Field Athletic Facility improvements
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Superintendent Conference Room
This meeting of the Pennsbury School Board Wellness Committee is primarily discussion-based. Members will discuss updates to the wellness policy, development of a wellness site, and plans for spring wellness activities. No action items are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Wellness Policy Updates
- Discussion of Wellness Site Development
- Discussion of Spring Wellness Activities
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:45 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will discuss a Best Buddies update and comprehensive planning, then vote on four action items. These include approving a teacher's attendance at a PennSEL leadership training (no cost), purchasing 30 VEX IQ robot kits for $14,236.05, sending 20 students to the MathCounts state competition (up to $2,500), and funding three librarians to attend a conference ($2,200). The meeting is in-person at Fallsington Elementary School and live-streamed.
- Purchase of 30 VEX IQ Education Kits (2nd gen) for $14,236.05 for middle school STEM
- Approval for 20 students to attend MathCounts state competition, cost not to exceed $2,500
- Approval for 3 elementary librarians to attend PA School Library Conference, cost $2,200
- Approval for one teacher to attend PennSEL state leadership training (cost covered by grant)
- Discussion on Best Buddies update and comprehensive planning activity
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will vote on several student trip expenses and an employee separation agreement. They will also receive a presentation on the 2021–22 audit and hear reports from student representatives and committees. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.
- Employee Separation Agreement and Release for employee #8598 (old business, motion to take off table)
- PA DECA State Conference: $7,700 from Student Activity funds for about 20 students (cost to district ~$5,815 plus substitutes)
- Pennsbury High School Junior Prom deposit of $1,000 to Falls Manor (repaid from ticket sales)
- OAKE National Conference: $4,800 from Elementary Education budget for two teachers' travel and substitutes
- 2021–22 Audit presentation (attached report)
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee is meeting to consider several action items, including the purchase of Promethean Interactive TVs and related equipment for elementary schools and Charles Boehm, at a combined cost not to exceed $651,399.29. The committee will also vote on approving the Bucks County Intermediate Unit Programs and Services budget of $2,262,841 and authorizing PlanCon filings for Charles Boehm. Discussion items include the 2021-22 audit presentation, an aquatics RFP update, bus patrol reports, and a capital budget update.
- Approve BCIU Programs and Services budget for $2,262,841
- Authorize PlanCon Part H (project financing) submission for Charles Boehm to PA Department of Education
- Approve engagement letter with Coyle, Lynch & Company for appraisals in Arden Court tax appeal
- Purchase 173 Promethean Interactive TVs with carts and Chromeboxes for elementary schools and Charles Boehm (total $651,399.29)
- Approve NextRequest platform for records requests at $2,097 prorated cost (annual renewal $8,388)
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The Board Policy & Personnel Committee will review and recommend action on several policies, including updates to non-resident student eligibility and a new policy on passive breath alcohol sensor devices. The committee will also consider a contract not to exceed $4,250 for a job study with PSBA, funded by the Human Resources budget. Additionally, the committee will enter executive session to discuss personnel matters such as appointments, resignations, and contract negotiations.
- Review and possible recommendation to approve updated Policy 202 on non-resident student eligibility
- Review and possible recommendation for first read of new Policy 227.1 on passive breath alcohol sensor devices
- Review and possible recommendation for first read of updated Policy 823.1R1 (Responsible Contractor Policy)
- Discussion of potential updates to Policy 011
- Action on proposed contract with PSBA for a job study not to exceed $4,250
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss a D'Huy Engineering update and vote on several action items, including awarding a $499,946 security camera contract to Access Security Corporation for Afton, Manor, and PHS West buildings. Other votes include approving a $482,546 architect contract for Charles Boehm Middle School, a $354,744 LED lighting upgrade for the stadium, a $199,900 scoreboard, and various testing services. The committee is also set to authorize entering into an agreement with D'Huy for security camera project drawings.
- Approve Access Security Corp. as lowest bidder for 2023 Security Camera Project at Afton, Manor, PHS West buildings for $499,946
- Approve KCBA Architects for Construction Administration Phase of Charles Boehm Renovation & Addition Project at estimated $482,546.77
- Approve Musco Sports Lighting for LED lighting at MBSC Stadium under PHS Bleacher Replacement Project for $354,744
- Approve Digital Scoreboards to manufacture stadium scoreboard under PHS Bleacher Replacement Project for $199,900
- Approve Kleinfelder Inc. for construction testing and special inspection services for Charles Boehm project at $150,000
Special Board Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
This special board meeting of the Pennsbury School District includes a presentation on the Morrisville Feasibility Study, followed by public comment and board discussion. No votes on contracts or policy changes are scheduled.
- Presentation - Morrisville Feasibility Study
- Public comment period (up to 90 minutes, may be extended)
- Board discussion and comment
Board Wellness Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 3:45 PM in the Superintendent Conference Room
The Pennsbury School District Board Wellness Committee is meeting to discuss the election of a new committee chairperson, updates to wellness policies, development of a wellness site, and planning for spring wellness activities. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal action items listed.
- Election of new committee chairperson
- Wellness policy updates
- Wellness site development
- Spring wellness activities
Board Education Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in person at 4:30 PM in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria
The Pennsbury School District Board Education Committee will hear a presentation on proposed Pre-AP programming and consider action on several student activity expenditures, including a $1,000 deposit for the junior prom and approximately $13,625 in total costs for DECA, OAKE, speech and debate, and foreign language conferences. The committee will also decide on changing the next meeting date to February 21 and moving all future meeting start times to 4:45 PM.
- Change of next meeting date to Feb 21 and future start times to 4:45 PM
- Presentation on proposed Pre-AP programming
- $1,000 deposit for Pennsbury High School Junior Prom at Falls Manor
- $7,700 for PA DECA State Conference at Hershey Lodge
- $4,800 for OAKE National Conference in Jacksonville, Florida
Board Action Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person and also available on a live stream.
The Pennsbury School Board will vote on the purchase of the Schoology Learning Management System for $17,300 and approve several student travel activities, including a French tour for the instrumental music department (up to $4,800) and a speech and debate competition (about $2,000). The board will also adopt the minutes from special meetings held on December 1 and December 15, 2022, and provide time for public comment.
- Purchase of Schoology LMS – $17,300, budgeted to IT
- French tour for high school instrumental music – cost up to $4,800
- Pennsbury Speech & Debate participation in Pittsburgh – approx. $2,000
- Approval of minutes from Special Meeting for Reorganization – Dec 1 2022
- Approval of minutes from Action Board Meeting – Dec 15 2022
Board Finance/Partnership Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person.
The Pennsbury School District Board Finance/Partnership Committee meets to discuss finance and partnership matters. Information items include 2023 bid thresholds, a capital budget update, Falls Township EIT, a real estate control report, and a senior tax rebate. Action items include accepting instrument donations, authorizing sale of five used buses on Municibid, and purchasing builder risk insurance, desktop computers, and software renewals.
- Builder risk insurance for Charles Boehm Middle School from Travelers at $115,288
- Purchase of 50 Lenovo all-in-one desktops for $44,950
- Sale of five used buses (bus 108, 46, 47, 37, 45) on Municibid
- Accept donation of flute, trumpet, xylophone from Craig and Janice Hetrick
- Renew RapidIdentity Lifecycle Management system for $22,971
Board Policy & Personnel Committee Meeting - This meeting will be conducted in-person at 4:30 pm in the Fallsington Elementary Cafeteria.
The committee will discuss and recommend first readings of updated policies, including merging Policies 251 and 255 into a single policy on students experiencing homelessness, foster care, and educational instability due to new state law. Other policies updated: 200, 202, 204, 217, 221, 233, and 810. Personnel items include an ESS contract addendum increasing substitute pay rates and a proposal to raise substitute bus/van driver rates.
- Review and merging of Policies 251 and 255 into a single policy on students experiencing homelessness, foster care, and educational instability
- First read of updated Policies 200, 202, 204, 217, 221, and 233 due to state code changes
- First read of updated Policy 810
- ESS Contract Addendum to increase substitute pay rates and add job classifications effective Jan 20, 2023
- Proposal to increase substitute bus/van driver rates
Board Facilities Committee Meeting - This meeting will be held in person, in the Fallsington Elementary School Cafeteria at 5:00 PM.
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will discuss and vote on a $12.6 million award to CM3 Building Solutions for the district-wide Guaranteed Energy Savings Act (GESA) project. The committee will also consider three change orders that decrease existing contracts for the Administration Building renovation and roof replacements at Afton Elementary and the Maintenance Garage.
- Action item: Award CM3 Building Solutions Inc. $12,608,729 for the district-wide GESA Project (lowest bid).
- Action item: Decrease S.J. Thomas Inc. contract by $16,087.26 (to $949,912.74) for Administration Building Renovation.
- Action item: Decrease Jottan Inc. contract by $66,550 (to $472,199) for Afton Elementary School shingle replacement.
- Action item: Decrease Jottan Inc. contract by $16,825 (to $468,762) for Maintenance Garage roof replacement.
- Discussion item: Capital projects update (attached PDF).