Upper Merion Area High School District public meetings in 2024
43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on appointing Fox Rothschild LLP as solicitor for 2025-2027 with a total retainer of $73,800 over three years, and accept a $3,000 NFL Eagles donation to start a girls' flag football club. The board will also consider personnel actions, a VMware software renewal not to exceed $14,022.40, and consultant services for diversity and equity work.
- Appointment of Fox Rothschild LLP as solicitor: $23,950 retainer in 2025, $24,500 in 2026, $25,350 in 2027, plus hourly rates
- Acceptance of $3,000 NFL Eagles Flag Football donation plus uniforms/equipment for new Upper Merion Area High School Girls' Flag Football club
- VMware software renewal not to exceed $14,022.40 from technology budget
- Consultant services of Dr. Brian Peterson for diversity, equity, and inclusion work, funded from superintendent budget
- Personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and stipend amendments
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board will hold its regular public business meeting on December 2, 2024, to vote on a range of administrative, financial, and operational items. These include personnel changes, ratification of October bills, security upgrades, and approval of the high school program of studies. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the superintendent and student board members.
- Ratification of General Fund bills for October 2024 totaling over $10.7 million
- Approval of $11,941.46 for security monitoring and upgrades at Caley, Gulph, and UMAMS
- Approval of $7,430.40 for 12 whiteboards at UMAHS
- Acceptance of $3,000 NFL Eagles donation for new girls' flag football club
- Approval of VMware renewal not to exceed $14,022.40
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The board approved personnel actions including hires, resignations, and leaves, and ratified over $11.9 million in October bills. It accepted a $3,000 NFL Eagles grant to start a girls' flag football club and approved a $11,941 security monitoring and upgrade contract. A $7,430 purchase of whiteboards for the high school was tabled.
- Ratified $11,024,553.40 in October bills across General Fund, Capital Reserve, Food Service, and Extra-Curricular accounts
- Accepted $3,000 NFL Eagles Flag Football grant plus uniforms/equipment for a new girls' flag football club starting Spring 2025
- Approved $11,941.46 security monitoring and system upgrade at Caley, Gulph, and Upper Merion Area Middle School
- Approved personnel actions: hires, resignations, retirements, leaves, and salary changes for professional and support staff
- Tabled $7,430.40 purchase of 12 whiteboards for Upper Merion Area High School
Reorganization Meeting - FINAL
This is a procedural reorganization meeting of the Upper Merion Area School Board. The board will elect a temporary president, then nominate and elect officers (president, vice president) for the coming term. It will also discuss and appoint members to out-of-district and in-district committees, including Central Montco Technical High School and the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Board.
- Election of a temporary president and then permanent officers (president, vice president)
- Appointments to Central Montco Technical High School operating committee
- Appointments to Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Board and Legislative Committee
- Appointments to Pennsylvania School Boards Association
- Authorization for use of a signature stamp if a change is needed
Curriculum/Technology/Student Services Committee Meeting - FINAL
The Curriculum/Technology/Student Services Committee will hear mid-year updates on federal grants and the SAIL Transition Program, and will vote on a proposal to approve consultant services from Dr. Brian Peterson, funded from the Superintendent Budget, to address diversity, equity, and inclusion. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Action item: Approve consultant services of Dr. Brian Peterson (source of funds: Superintendent Budget)
- Information: Mid-year updates on federal grants
- Information: SAIL Transition Program
- Public comment protocol: 5-minute limit, no second speech until all have spoken
Facilities and Operations Committee Meeting
The Facilities and Operations Committee will discuss and vote on several action items, including purchasing wireless clock equipment for $16,978, approving a two-year electricity contract with WGL Energy Services at a fixed rate of $0.05622/kWh, and increasing the design contract for Walker Field tennis courts by $24,500 for NPDES permit work. The committee will also hear requests from community organizations for reduced facility use fees and consider a staffing services agreement for elementary special education consultation.
- Purchase of wireless clock equipment from Intellicom Systems Inc for $16,978
- Electricity procurement agreement with WGL Energy Services at $0.05622/kWh for July 2025 through July 2027
- T&M Associates contract amendment for Walker Field tennis court design increased by $24,500 for NPDES permit work
- Door replacement purchase order to James Doorcheck for $17,323.42
- Community organizations requesting reductions in facility use fees
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on a $96,376 contract to redesign the district website and move to FinalSite's Composer platform. Other action items include settling two real estate tax assessment appeals, approving the audited annual financial report, hiring staff, and contracting with Nyman Associates for special education services. The board will also hear a presentation from Roberts Elementary School and receive student board member reports.
- Approve $96,376 contract with FinalSite for website refresh and platform change over 5 years
- Authorize settlements of tax assessment appeals for GAHC3 KING OF PRUSSIA MOB LLC and OWEN G. RILEY, III
- Accept audited Annual Financial Report for year ended June 30, 2024 from Maillie LLP
- Approve agreement with Nyman Associates, Inc. to provide contracted special education services
- Approve $1,500 for Winter Ball DJ and $1,400 for Mini-Thon DJ with First Class Entertainment
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on personnel actions including hires, leaves, and stipends, settle two real estate tax assessment appeals, approve contracts for student events, and accept the audited annual financial report. The meeting also includes public comment, student board member reports, and recognition of Roberts Elementary School.
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding with UMAEA for new School-Based Leadership positions (Social Media and Cultural Proficiency leaders)
- Settle real estate tax assessment appeals for GAHC3 KING OF PRUSSIA MOB LLC (Parcel No. 58-00-10048-00-1) and OWEN G. RILEY, III (Parcel No. 58-00-17473-00-1)
- Ratify appeal of Montgomery County Board of Assessment decision reducing assessed value of parcel #58-00-06853-02-8 from $11,490,500 to $8,225,000
- Approve $1,500 agreement with First Class Entertainment for UMAHS Winter Ball on January 17, 2025
- Accept audited Annual Financial Report for year ended June 30, 2024, prepared by Maillie LLP
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on a slate of personnel actions including hires, leaves, and stipend changes, settle two real estate tax assessment appeals, and accept the audited annual financial report for the year ended June 30, 2024. The board will also approve contracts for student events and ratify September 2024 bills totaling over $13 million.
- Ratification of General Fund bills for September 2024 totaling $2,861,318.20 (net payroll), $2,381,983.31 (AP), $7,694,081.90 (AP), and $45,412.34 (AP)
- Settlement of tax assessment appeal for GAHC3 KING OF PRUSSIA MOB LLC (parcel 58-00-10048-00-1)
- Settlement of tax assessment appeal for OWEN G. RILEY, III (parcel 58-00-17473-00-1)
- Appeal of Montgomery County Board of Assessment decision reducing assessed value of parcel 58-00-06853-02-8 from $11,490,500 to $8,225,000
- Acceptance of audited Annual Financial Report for year ended June 30, 2024, prepared by Maillie LLP
Finance Committee Meeting - FINAL
The Finance Committee will hear the 2023-24 audit results from Maillie LLP and review the Act 1 timeline for the 2025-26 budget. The board will also get a first reading of three policy updates on school activities on holidays, enrollment, and nonresident students.
- 2023-24 audit report presentation by Maillie LLP
- Act 1 timeline and budget schedule for 2025-26
- First read of policy on school-sponsored activities on holidays
- First read of policy on enrollment in district
- First read of policy on eligibility of nonresident students
Policy Review and Equity Committee Meeting - FINAL
The Policy Review and Equity Committee will discuss and review three policies: a new policy on school-sponsored activities on school holidays, an update to the enrollment policy, and a new administrative regulation on nonresident student eligibility. Public comments on these agenda items will be heard.
- Review of new Policy 129: School-Sponsored Activities on School Holidays
- Update to Policy 200: Enrollment in District
- New Administrative Regulation for Policy 202: Eligibility of Nonresident Students
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on a series of personnel actions including hires, resignations, salary changes, and leaves, as well as a contract with US Medical Staffing for instructional assistants and nurses. The board will also ratify August financial reports totaling over $11.4 million in general fund and other bills, and receive a presentation on high school highlights and student board member reports.
- Approval of contract with US Medical Staffing, LLC for Instructional Assistant/PCA and Nurse coverage
- Ratification of General Fund bills for August 2024 totaling $10,769,031.10
- Salary adjustments for 13 professional employees, including increases from $62,795 to $124,020
- Appointment of Kevin Hite as District Safety and Security Coordinator at $70,000/year
- Approval of up to 12 weeks family/medical leave for multiple employees
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on multiple personnel actions including professional and support staff hires, salary adjustments, and resignations. They will also consider contracts for property appraisals and a theatre backdrop, plus approve the 2025-2026 budget calendar.
- Approval of salary changes for 12 professional employees, with adjustments up to $124,020
- Contract with US Medical Staffing, LLC for instructional assistant and nurse coverage
- Appraisal contracts: Valbridge Property Advisors ($5,250), Indian Valley Appraisal ($7,500), Gleason Real Estate ($9,500)
- Settlement of tax assessment appeal for MH Four Falls LP (Parcel No. 24-00-00560-00-1)
- Contract for theatre backdrop for UMHS play 'Alice in Wonderland' with Theatreworld Backdrops
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on numerous personnel actions including hires, resignations, salary changes, and leaves. They will also consider approving a contract with US Medical Staffing, LLC for instructional assistant and nurse coverage, and adopt the 2025-2026 budget calendar. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and financial reports.
- Contract with US Medical Staffing, LLC for instructional assistant/PCA and nurse coverage
- Approval of 2025-2026 General Fund Budget Calendar with three budget workshops
- Ratification of August 2024 bills totaling over $11.4 million across all funds
- Salary adjustments for 13 professional employees, including increases up to $13,241
- Appointment of Kevin Hite as District Safety and Security Coordinator at $70,000/year
Curriculum/Technology/Student Services Committee Meeting - FINAL
The Curriculum/Technology/Student Services Committee will consider approving Targeted Assistance and Support (TSI) plans for Gulph Elementary School and Upper Merion Area High School, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The committee will also discuss curriculum, technology, and student services updates, and hear public comments.
- Approval of TSI plans for Gulph Elementary School and Upper Merion Area High School
- Approval of curriculum/technology items
- Presentation of district and school-wide data
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The board will vote on a slate of personnel actions including new hires, resignations, and salary adjustments for teachers, aides, and coaches. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment.
- Hire Mary Kathleen McNamara as special education teacher at $87,302/year
- Hire Michael Sherman as school psychologist at $108,062/year
- Approve $107,000/year for new Supervisor of Food Service Brittany Frazer
- Amend coaching pay for J. Heffernan, C. Tyler Triolo, and E. Bowe
- Approve up to 12 weeks family/medical leave for two employees
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on a large slate of personnel actions, including hiring a special education teacher at $87,302/year, a school psychologist at $108,062/year, and a food service supervisor at $107,000/year. The board will also approve resignations, leaves of absence, and changes in salary levels for several employees. The meeting includes procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment.
- Hire Mary Kathleen McNamara as Special Education Teacher at $87,302/year
- Hire Michael Sherman as School Psychologist at $108,062/year
- Appoint Brittany Frazer as Supervisor of Food Service at $107,000/year
- Approve salary increases for Kristen Christian (to $96,112) and Meridith Mitchell (to $117,386)
- Enter into Independent Engagement Agreement with C. Rossi as Human Resources Consultant
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District Board will hold a regular public business meeting on August 26, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes approval of minutes, personnel recommendations (hires, resignations, salary changes), and various contracts and agreements. The board will also hear public comment and reports from student board members and committees.
- Approve hire of Mary Kathleen McNamara as Special Education Teacher at $87,302/year
- Approve salary increases for Kristen Christian and Meridith Mitchell
- Approve 1-year lease with Great Valley Community Organization Crew Program for rowing
- Ratify $1,695 contract with Mobile Ed Productions for Science event at Roberts Elementary
- Approve $16,500 partnership with Professional Learning Partnerships LLC for administrator coaching
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on personnel actions including hiring five new teachers, approving a separation agreement, and adjusting salaries for 17 staff members. The board will also approve minutes from June meetings and hear public comment on agenda items.
- Hiring of 5 new teachers with salaries ranging from $52,065 to $79,714/year
- Approval of a Separation and Release Agreement for Employee #3592
- Salary level changes for 17 staff members, with increases up to $13,000
- Approval of extra pay positions for 2024-2025 school year, including coaches and club sponsors
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on personnel actions including hiring five new teachers, approving resignations, and authorizing a separation agreement. The board will also approve minutes from June meetings and hear public comment on agenda items.
- Hiring of 5 new teachers with salaries ranging from $52,065 to $79,714/year
- Approval of a Separation and Release Agreement for Employee #3592
- Approval of 17 staff salary level changes due to education/experience adjustments
- Approval of extra pay positions for 2024-2025 school year including coaches and club sponsors
- Approval of up to 12 weeks family/medical leave for two employees
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School District board will vote on a series of personnel actions, including hiring new teachers, approving resignations, and setting stipends for coaches and club sponsors for the 2024-25 school year. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 3, 2024 meetings and public comment protocols.
- Hire 5 new teachers (e.g., Samantha Abrams at $68,335/yr, Kian Muniz at $79,714/yr) effective Aug 19, 2024
- Approve separation/release agreement for Employee #3592
- Approve 17 salary changes due to level-of-prep adjustments (e.g., Tracie Adkison from $120,445 to $124,020)
- Approve extra pay for coaches and sponsors, e.g., football assistant coaches up to $8,864, cheerleading head coach $9,444.80
- Approve up to 12 weeks family/medical leave for two employees
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on a series of personnel actions including hiring new teachers and coaches, approving salary adjustments, and filling extra-duty positions for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 3, 2024, and public comment on agenda items.
- Hiring of 4 new teachers: Samantha Abrams ($68,335), Jamison Appel ($65,410), Gary Colasante ($65,410), Kian Muniz ($79,714)
- Approval of 17 salary level changes for staff, including increases up to $12,594
- Appointment of extra-duty positions for high school and middle school sponsors, sports coaches, and club advisors
- Approval of up to 12 weeks family/medical leave for two employees
2024-2025 Final Budget Adoption Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School District Board is meeting to adopt the final 2024-2025 general fund budget, which includes $130,557,623 in expenditures and $130,569,054 in revenues. The board will also vote on a real estate tax millage rate of 22.72 mills, a 3.28% increase from the previous year, and approve the Homestead and Farmstead exclusion amounts. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 General Fund Budget: $130,557,623 expenditures, $130,569,054 revenues
- Real estate tax millage set at 22.72 mills (3.28% increase from 22.00 mills)
- Approval of Act 511 taxes as per Annual Tax Levy Resolution
- Approval of 2024 Homestead and Farmstead exclusion resolution and amounts
- Public comment limited to five minutes per speaker
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board is meeting to approve a range of personnel actions, including new teacher hires, salary schedules for multiple employee groups, and summer program staffing. The agenda also includes recognitions for students, retirees, and staff, as well as approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Approve UMAEA teacher salaries for 2024/2025
- Hire two math teachers: Michelle Gove ($65,410/yr) and Imran Majeed ($87,302/yr)
- Approve extra pay for fall sports coaches, including football head coach Marquis Weeks ($11,309.42)
- Approve summer ESY and LIFT program staff at $43.22/hour, funded by ARP-ESSER
- Approve new Administrative Assistant to Superintendent position at $78,000/year
2024-2025 Final Budget Adoption Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board is meeting to adopt the final 2024-2025 general fund budget, which includes $130,557,623 in expenditures and $130,569,054 in revenues. The board will also vote on a real estate tax millage rate of 22.72 mills, a 3.28% increase over the previous year, and approve the 2024 Homestead and Farmstead exclusion amounts. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 General Fund Budget with expenditures of $130,557,623 and revenues of $130,569,054
- Approval of real estate tax millage at 22.72 mills, a 3.28% increase from 22.00 mills
- Approval of 2024 Homestead and Farmstead exclusion resolution and amounts
- Public comment period with five-minute limit per speaker
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board is meeting to approve personnel actions, including hiring two new math teachers, setting salaries for staff, and approving summer program staffing. The agenda also includes recognitions for retirees, art award winners, and a Wall of Fame recipient, along with approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Hire Michelle E. Gove and Imran S. Majeed as math teachers at $65,410 and $87,302/year respectively
- Approve 2024/2025 salaries for UMAEA members and non-union support staff
- Approve extra pay for fall sports coaches, including $11,309.42 for football head coach
- Approve summer ESY and LIFT program staff at $43.22/hour funded by ARP-ESSER
- Recognize 9 retirees with 5-39 years of service
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board will hold its regular public business meeting on June 3, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes recognitions, approval of minutes, and a large consent agenda of personnel actions, including hiring two math teachers, approving salaries for various employee groups, and authorizing summer work for many staff. The board will also discuss financial reports and other routine items.
- Hire Michelle E. Gove ($65,410/yr) and Imran S. Majeed ($87,302/yr) as math teachers at Upper Merion Area Middle School
- Approve salaries for UMAEA members, non-union support staff, Teamsters 384 cafeteria and custodial personnel
- Approve extra pay for fall high school sports coaches, including $11,309.42 for football head coach Marquis Weeks
- Approve summer ESY and LIFT program staffing at $43.22/hour, funded by ARP-ESSER
- Recognize 9 retirees with 5–39 years of service and present Wall of Fame Award to Karen Gershanick
2024-2025 Final Budget Adoption Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board is meeting to adopt the final 2024-2025 general fund budget, which includes $130,557,623 in expenditures and $130,569,054 in revenues. The board will also vote on a real estate tax millage rate of 22.72 mills, a 3.28% increase over the current 22.00 mills, and approve the Homestead and Farmstead exclusion amounts. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 General Fund Budget with expenditures of $130,557,623 and revenues of $130,569,054
- Real estate tax millage set at 22.72 mills, a 3.28% increase from 22.00 mills
- Approval of Act 511 taxes as per the Annual Tax Levy Resolution
- Approval of 2024 Homestead and Farmstead exclusion resolution and amounts
- Public comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board is meeting to approve a series of personnel actions, including new hires, retirements, resignations, and leaves of absence. They will also consider agreements for substitute staffing and temporary clerical support, and ratify financial reports for March 2024. The meeting includes standard procedural items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Approve new hires: Sabrina L. Smith (Health/PE teacher, $52,065/yr), Erika Harvey (Assistant Principal, $133,000/yr), Jesse Roos (Assistant Director of Technology, $110,000/yr)
- Approve retirements: Barbara Bradigan (teacher), Edwin Feliciano (security guard)
- Approve two-year agreement with Substitute Teacher Service (STS) for substitute staffing
- Ratify General Fund bills: $4,193,840.59 (net payroll), $2,086,005.32 (AP), $7,464,179.69 (AP)
- Approve summer programs: LIFT, ESY, Summer Credit Recovery, and summer counselor/nurse/psychologist days
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board is holding its regular public business meeting on May 6, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, personnel actions (hires, retirements, leaves), contracts for substitute staffing, and ratification of March 2024 bills. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Approve new Assistant Principal at Upper Merion Area Middle School ($133,000/year) and Assistant Director of Technology ($110,000/year)
- Ratify March 2024 General Fund bills totaling $4,193,840.59 (payroll), $2,086,005.32, $7,464,179.69, $42,594.30 (accounts payable), and Capital Reserve bills of $771,750.66
- Approve two-year agreement with Substitute Teacher Service (STS) for substitute teachers and aides
- Approve agreement with Monarch Staffing for temporary clerical support
- Approve non-union support compensation plan for 2024-2025
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District Board will hold a regular public business meeting on May 6, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes approval of minutes, personnel recommendations (hires, resignations, leaves, salary changes), and various contracts for services and benefits. The board will also consider a contract for the 2025 Junior Prom at Sheraton Valley Forge.
- Approve personnel actions including new Assistant Principal Erika Harvey ($133,000/year) and salary changes for four staff
- Approve two-year agreement with Substitute Teacher Service (STS) for substitute staffing
- Approve security services contract with Advanced Protection Company at $28.00/hour per agent
- Approve new Employee Assistance Program vendor Health Advocate Solutions at $1.50 PEPM
- Approve Junior Prom contract with Sheraton Valley Forge for $13,850.80
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board is holding its regular public business meeting on April 8, 2024, to vote on a series of personnel actions, financial ratifications, and contracts. Key items include hiring new teachers and support staff, approving February bills totaling over $11 million, and approving contracts for a wellness program, a school play, and a class trip. The board will also appoint the treasurer and renew dental coverage.
- Ratify General Fund bills for February totaling $11,031,958.56 across four lists
- Approve hires: Jenna Russell (Art Teacher, $75,413/yr) and Krysta Zadroga (Social Studies Teacher, $68,335/yr)
- Approve $5,185 Healthy Measures wellness seminars for April 23, 2024 Teacher Inservice Day
- Approve $740 licensee contract for Middle School production of Willy Wonka Jr.
- Approve Class of 2026 Disney World trip via World Class Vacations at $1,589 per person
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board is holding its regular public business meeting on April 8, 2024. The board will vote on personnel actions including hires, resignations, and leaves, as well as approve financial reports and several contracts, including a wellness seminar and a class trip to Disney World. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Approve professional hires: Jenna Russell (Art Teacher, $75,413/yr) and Krysta Zadroga (Social Studies Teacher, $68,335/yr)
- Ratify General Fund bills for February 2024 totaling over $11 million
- Approve $5,185 agreement with Healthy Measures for staff wellness seminars
- Approve $740 licensee contract for middle school production of Willy Wonka Jr.
- Approve $1,589 per person contract for Class of 2026 Disney World trip
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will vote on personnel actions including a new teacher hire, staff retirements, and leaves of absence. They will also consider several contracts, including a $5,185 wellness seminar agreement, a $740 license for the middle school play, and a $714 per diem educational services contract. The board will also approve the reappointment of the treasurer and accept donations.
- Hire Krysta Zadroga as Social Studies teacher at $68,335/year
- Approve $5,185 Healthy Measures wellness seminars for staff
- Approve $740 license for Willy Wonka Jr. middle school production
- Approve $714 per diem Melmark educational services contract
- Accept 114 books and cash donations for schools
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School District board is holding its regular public business meeting, where it will vote on a new collective bargaining agreement with cafeteria workers, approve numerous personnel actions including hires, resignations, and salary changes, and ratify January 2024 financial reports. The agenda also includes recognition of a retiring superintendent and a Wall of Fame award.
- Collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union #384 for cafeteria personnel, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2027, plus related MOUs
- Ratification of January 2024 bills: payroll $2,602,290.46, accounts payable $2,780,082.29, $8,031,132.79, $40,697.68, capital reserve $639,651.44, capital projects $29,051.42, food service $289,850.80, extra-curricular $47,643.77
- Approval of capital projects applications for payment $533,149.05 and change orders -$141,675.68
- Approval of Great Adventure Physics class trip on May 3, 2024, cost $14,148 funded by student activities account
- Consultant agreement with ECTS for E-Rate discounts, fee 15% of savings (Category 1) and 3% (Category 2), cap $12,000
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District board is holding its regular public business meeting, where it will vote on a new collective bargaining agreement with cafeteria workers, approve numerous personnel actions including hires, resignations, and salary changes, and ratify a series of financial reports and payments. The agenda also includes recognitions, a student board member report, and approval of several field trips.
- Collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local #384 for cafeteria personnel, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2027, plus related MOUs
- Ratification of General Fund bills totaling $13.45 million for January 2024
- Approval of $14,148 for High School Physics trip to Great Adventure on May 3, 2024
- Approval of $19,942 for 5th grade trip to College Settlement Outdoor School, May 20–23, 2024
- Personnel actions: salary changes for Farrow, Heffernan, Schettone; new hires including nurse Sarah Gach at $30/hour
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will hold a regular public business meeting on March 4, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes votes on a physics class trip to Great Adventure, a consultant agreement for E-Rate discounts, and numerous personnel actions such as hires, resignations, and leaves. The board will also consider approving the district's Future Ready Comprehensive Plan for 2024-2027 and a professional development contract.
- Approve $14,148 field trip for High School Physics to Great Adventure on May 3, 2024, funded by Student Activities Account
- Approve ECTS consultant agreement for E-Rate discounts, fee capped at $12,000 for 2024-2025
- Approve 8th grade EL trip to Historic Philadelphia on March 6, 2024, funded by Title III up to $800
- Approve contract with Steven Willis for professional development on Feb 15, 2024, funded by Title II up to $2,000
- Approve personnel actions including hires, resignations, leaves, and salary changes
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School District board will vote on a routine set of personnel actions, including retirements, resignations, new hires, and coaching stipends for the 2023-2024 school year. They will also ratify December 2023 financial reports and approve several contracts, including a DJ for the junior prom and the 2024-2025 Montgomery County Intermediate Unit budget. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy changes or public hearings on the agenda.
- Retirements: Margaret Davis, Joy Feliciano, Christina Imperato (teachers), Eric Erb (Middle School Assistant Principal)
- New hires: Monica Johnson (Attendance Clerk, $20/hr), Joyce Morrison (Instructional Aide, $19/hr), Kyle Robinson (Food Service, $17.20/hr), Kaitlyn Wilson (Instructional Aide, $18.50/hr)
- Coaching stipends for high school and middle school sports, including head coach positions up to $8,660.85
- Ratification of December 2023 bills: General Fund payroll $2,623,485.64, accounts payable $2,406,297.07, $6,476,145.02, $59,310.84; Capital Reserve $2,006,109.76; Capital Projects $981,713.65; Food Service $161,442.56; Extra-Curricular $85,440.96
- Approval of Capital Projects Change Orders totaling $337,568.98
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board is meeting to approve routine personnel actions, including retirements, resignations, appointments, and coaching stipends, as well as financial items like bill ratifications and a DJ contract for junior prom. They will also vote on referring 305 delinquent tax parcels totaling $1,504,426.29 to the county for collection and approving the MCIU membership services budget.
- Retirements: Margaret Davis, Joy Feliciano, Christina Imperato (teachers), Eric Erb (middle school assistant principal)
- Coaching stipends for 2023-24: baseball head coach $8,660.85, lacrosse head coaches $8,660.85 each, track head coaches $8,660.85 each
- Ratify December 2023 bills: payroll $2,623,485.64, accounts payable $2,406,297.07, $6,476,145.02, $59,310.84, capital reserve $2,006,109.76, capital projects $981,713.65, food service $161,442.56, extra-curricular $85,440.96
- Approve DJ contract for junior prom (May 17, 2024) with FJ Leons Entertainment for $650
- Refer 305 delinquent tax parcels totaling $1,504,426.29 to Montgomery County Tax Claim Bureau
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School District Board will hold a regular public business meeting on February 5, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes personnel actions (retirements, hires, leaves), approval of financial items such as a delinquent tax collection and a new Comcast internet contract, and several student-related agreements. The meeting is a mix of routine approvals and specific contract decisions.
- Approve delinquent real estate tax submission to Montgomery County Tax Claim Bureau for 305 parcels totaling $1,504,426.29
- Approve Comcast Ethernet Network contract at $27,725.00 per month for 60 months (before 60% e-rate discount)
- Approve DJ contract for Junior Prom on May 17, 2024, at $650.00
- Approve 4th grade field trip to iFly in King of Prussia, cost not to exceed $14,000
- Approve professional development workshops by The Center Consulting Group, not to exceed $4,000
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL
The Upper Merion Area School Board is meeting to approve personnel actions, including a new superintendent contract for Dr. Tamara Thomas Smith and an Act 93 management compensation plan. They will also consider financial reports, tax assessment settlements, and various contracts. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and personnel changes.
- Contract with Dr. Tamara Thomas Smith as superintendent, effective no later than April 9, 2024 through June 30, 2028
- Adoption of Act 93 Management Compensation Plan for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027
- Settlement of real estate tax assessment appeals for Macy's Retail Holdings parcels 58-00-06208-20-5 and 58-00-06208-30-4
- Villanova University contract for high school commencement on June 10, 2024, estimated $25,560 with 50% deposit
- Ratification of November 2023 bills totaling over $11 million across various funds
Regular Public Business Meeting - FINAL DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board is holding its regular public business meeting on January 8, 2024. The board will vote on a contract for a new superintendent, approve numerous personnel hires, retirements, and leaves, and consider financial items including tax assessment settlements and a contract for the high school commencement. The agenda is largely routine administrative and personnel matters.
- Contract with Dr. Tamara Thomas Smith as superintendent, effective no later than April 9, 2024 through June 30, 2028
- Retirement of Superintendent Dr. John Toleno, amended to March 11, 2024
- Adoption of Act 93 Management Compensation Plan for 2024-2027
- Real estate tax assessment appeal settlements with Macy's Retail Holdings Inc. (two parcels)
- Villanova University contract for high school commencement, estimated $25,560 with 50% deposit
Regular Public Business Meeting - FIRST DRAFT
The Upper Merion Area School Board will hold a regular public business meeting on January 8, 2024, at Caley Elementary School. The agenda includes votes on personnel actions, budget items, and contracts, as well as presentations and reports. Key decisions include settling tax assessment appeals with Macy's, approving a new benefit management system, and hiring a keynote speaker for a teacher in-service day.
- Authorize settlements for Macy's real estate tax assessment appeals (Parcels 58-00-06208-20-5 and 58-00-06208-30-4)
- Approve contract with US Enrollment Services for Beacon benefit management system at no cost to district
- Approve hiring Dr. Francisco Jiménez for April 23, 2024 teacher in-service at cost not to exceed $9,300 (Title II funds)
- Approve Trapezium Math after-school club contract with Math Foundations LLC for $31,712 (ESSER grant)
- Approve 9th grade field trip to Hedgerow Theatre for Romeo and Juliet, cost not to exceed $5,250