Abington School District, PA

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School District Board of School Directors will hold its regular meeting on August 25, 2026, to vote on a range of administrative and policy items. Key actions include approving personnel changes, financial reports, payment of bills, and several new, revised, or repealed board policies. The board will also consider Title I schoolwide plans, a settlement for a property assessment appeal, and a lease extension for Ardsley School.

• Approve personnel changes (Addenda 5.1, 5.1a, 5.1b)
• Approve financial reports for June and July 2026
• Approve new policies: Guidelines for Grade Placement, Uncompensated Leave
• Repeal six policies including Course Placement and Selection, Retention Guidelines
• Authorize lease extension for Ardsley School through Dec 31, 2026

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School District Board of School Directors will meet on August 11, 2026, to consider a range of action items, including a two-year YMCA pool lease, contracts for special education services, and first readings of several board policy revisions and repeals. The board will also receive presentations on the middle school project and safety and security, and hear public comments.

• Two-year YMCA pool lease at $21,511.08 per year, with 2027-2028 fee plus Act 1 Index increase
• Contract with Kelly Services for special education services up to $1,100,467.00
• Contract with Children's Therapy Consultants for OT/PT up to $500,000
• Payments to Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for Early Intervention up to $135,000
• First reading of revised policies on bullying, grade placement, and community use of facilities

The Abington School District Board approved a two-year YMCA pool lease, a $1.1M special education services contract with Kelly Services, and a $500K therapy contract with Children's Therapy Consultants. The board also approved personnel changes, contracts, and first readings of several policy revisions and repeals. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the district-wide assessment program.

• Approved personnel changes (6-0)
• Approved contracts as per Addendum 8.1 (6-0)
• Authorized two-year YMCA pool lease at $21,511.08/year (6-0)
• Approved district-wide assessment program (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized settlement stipulations for 218 and 871 Easton Road tax appeals (6-0)
• Authorized submission of Public School Facility Improvement Grant for Willow Hill Elementary (6-0)
• Approved first reading of revised policies including Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Unlawful Harassment (6-0)
• Approved $1,100,467 contract with Kelly Services for special education services (6-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Board of School Directors is meeting to adopt the final general fund budget and set property tax rates for the 2026-2027 school year. The board is also reviewing personnel changes, financial reports, and instructional materials for the upcoming year.

• Adoption of 2026-2027 General Fund Budget in the amount of $214,801,090
• Property tax levy of 41.2730 mills ($4.13 per $100 of assessed valuation)
• Homestead Assessment Exclusion of $13,016 in assessed value, providing $537.21 in tax relief per eligible property
• Adoption of new elementary science textbooks and instructional materials
• Approval of personnel changes in Addendum No. 5.1 and 5.1a

The Board approved a final general fund budget of $214,801,090 with a total millage rate of 41.2730. This includes a tax rate of 39.8992 mills and a referendum millage increase of 1.3738 for the Abington Middle School Project. The Board also established a senior citizen real estate tax rebate program.

• Adopted 2026-2027 General Fund Budget of $214,801,090 (8-0)
• Approved total millage rate of 41.2730, including 1.3738 for Abington Middle School Project (8-0)
• Approved Homestead Assessment Exclusion of $13,016 in assessed value (8-0)
• Approved real estate tax installment plan for 2026-27 (8-0)
• Approved senior citizen real estate tax rebate program (8-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to enter construction contracts up to $100,000 (8-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to issue construction change directives up to $20,000 (8-0)
• Approved personnel changes, financial reports, and instructional materials (8-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School District Board of School Directors approved multiple action items, including personnel changes, contract awards, and the election of Michael F. Czerwonka as treasurer for the fiscal year beginning July 2026. The board also repealed four board policies, approved a revised Emergency Operations Plan, and authorized an agreement with Abington Township Police for School Resource Officer services.

• Elected Michael F. Czerwonka as Treasurer at $17,400 annual fee for fiscal year 2026-2027
• Approved a $100,000 performance bond for the Treasurer at a cost not to exceed $500
• Repealed four board policies: Calendars, COBRA Compliance, Fringe Benefits-Paid Leave and Insurance, and Vacation-Central Staff Professional Employees
• Approved revised Abington School District Emergency Operations Plan to be submitted to Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management
• Authorized an agreement with Abington Township Police Department for School Resource Officer (SRO) services

The Board of School Directors approved personnel changes, building and grounds permits, and contract awards. The board also approved the minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting. A motion to elect Michael F. Czerwonka as Treasurer was introduced but the record ends before a final vote.

• Approved minutes of the May 12, 2026 Board Meeting (8-0)
• Approved personnel changes in Addendum No. 8.1 and 8.1a (8-0)
• Approved applications for Permits for Use of Buildings and Grounds in Addendum No. 9.1 (8-0)
• Approved Awards of Contracts in Addendum No. 10.1 (8-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Board of School Directors is reviewing the 2026-2027 proposed final general fund budget, including staffing and enrollment projections. The board is also voting on personnel changes, financial reports, and several new service agreements.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Abington Supervisors and Administrators Association (ASAA) effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029
• Three-year agreement with Studer Education, LLC for professional development services
• Entry into the PSHIC school health insurance cooperative effective July 1, 2026
• Approval of the Financial Report and Payment of Bills for the period ending April 30, 2026
• Update on the 2026-2027 Proposed Final General Fund Budget

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Abington Supervisors and Administrators Association and authorized entry into the PSHIC school health insurance cooperative. Other actions included approving personnel changes, financial reports, and a professional development contract with Studer Education, LLC.

• Approved personnel changes in Addendum No. 6.1 and 6.1a (8-0)
• Approved Financial Report for period ending April 30, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved Payment of Bills for period ending April 30, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved applications for Permits for Use of Buildings and Grounds (8-0)
• Approved Awards of Contracts in Addendum No. 10.1 (8-0)
• Approved MOU with Abington Supervisors and Administrators Association and employee handbooks effective July 1, 2026 (8-0)
• Authorized three-year agreement with Studer Education, LLC for professional development (8-0)
• Approved entering the PSHIC school health insurance cooperative effective 7/1/2026 (8-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School Board will consider adopting the 2026-2027 Proposed Final General Fund Budget of $216,004,564, which would set a real estate tax rate of 41.273 mills and a 0.5% earned income tax. The board will also vote on a resolution to issue general obligation bonds to partially fund construction of a new Abington Middle School. Presentations on the budget, bond parameters, and the middle school project are scheduled. Additionally, the board will act on personnel changes, permits, bids, and contract awards.

• 2026-2027 Proposed Final General Fund Budget adoption ($216,004,564) with tax rates (41.273 mills, 0.5% EIT)
• General Obligation Bonds Parameters Resolution to finance new Abington Middle School construction and demolition
• Middle School Project Update presentation (relocation of athletic fields, new school)
• Approval of personnel changes (Addenda 8.1 and 8.1a)
• Awards of contracts (Addendum 11.1)

The Board adopted a Proposed Final General Fund Budget of $216,004,564 for the 2026-2027 school year. The Board also approved personnel changes, building permits, bid advertisements, and contract awards.

• Adopted Proposed Final General Fund Budget of $216,004,564 (9-0)
• Approved minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2026 (9-0)
• Approved personnel changes in Addenda 8.1 and 8.1a (9-0)
• Approved permits for use of buildings and grounds (9-0)
• Approved advertisement for bids in Addendum 10.1 (9-0)
• Approved awards of contracts in Addendum 11.1 (9-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Board of School Directors is reviewing the 2026-2027 proposed general fund budget and adopting new instructional materials for the upcoming school year. The board is also voting on personnel changes, financial reports, and a food service policy revision.

• Renewal of contract with Chartwells School Dining Services for 2026-2027 with a $75,000 guarantee to the District
• Adoption of new textbooks and instructional programs for the 2026-2027 school year
• Second reading of the revised Food Service Policy
• Approval of Financial Report and Payment of Bills for the period ending March 31, 2026
• Approval of personnel changes in Addenda Nos. 6.1 and 6.1a

The Board approved new textbooks and instructional programs for the 2026-2027 school year. It also renewed the food services contract with Chartwells School Dining Services and set breakfast and lunch prices for the upcoming year. Additional approvals included personnel changes, financial reports, and special education service agreements.

• Approved personnel changes in Addenda 6.1 and 6.1a (7-0)
• Approved Financial Report and Payment of Bills for period ending March 31, 2026 (8-0)
• Adopted new textbooks and instructional programs for 2026-2027 (8-0)
• Approved second reading of revised Food Service Policy (8-0)
• Renewed Chartwells School Dining Services contract for 2026-2027 with $75,000 guarantee to District (8-0)
• Established 2026-2027 school breakfast and lunch prices (8-0)
• Authorized agreement with SivicSolution Group for Project ACCESS claims processing (8-0)
• Authorized special education services agreement with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23 for 2026-2027 (8-0)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School District Board approved personnel changes, building permits, and contract awards. The board also adopted a policy for the first reading and authorized agreements for IDEA funds with the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit.

• Personnel changes approved
• Building permits for use of facilities
• Contract awards for services
• First reading of Food Service Policy
• IDEA Pass Through Funds agreement with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit

The Board of School Directors met to approve minutes from February and March 2026. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting primarily consisted of student reports and community comments.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2026, March 24, 2026, and revised February 10, 2026 meetings (Carried)

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington Board of School Directors met to approve personnel changes, financial reports, and bill payments for the period ending February 28, 2026. The board also authorized a new agreement with BSI Corporate Benefits.

• Approval of personnel changes in Addenda 4.1, 4.1a, and Confidential Addendum 4.1b
• Approval of Financial Report and Payment of Bills for the period ending February 28, 2026
• Authorization of an agreement with BSI Corporate Benefits
• Approval of Awards of Contracts and Advertisement for Bids
• Approval of applications for Permits for Use of Buildings and Grounds

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Board of School Directors is reviewing personnel changes, contract awards, and capital improvement projects. Key actions include approving a safety agreement with the Borough of Rockledge and recognizing a change in legal counsel providers.

• Intergovernmental agreement with the Borough of Rockledge for BusPatrol implementation
• Transition of labor and negotiations counsel from Fox Rothschild, LLP to McNees, Wallace & Nurick, LLC effective April 1, 2026
• Middle School Project Update presentation
• Approval of personnel changes in Addenda 7.1 and 7.1a
• Approval of awards of contracts in Addendum 9.1

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School Board will vote on multiple action items including personnel changes, financial reports, and contract awards. Key decisions include approving the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 2026-2027 membership services budget of $2,042,210 and authorizing a one-year lease extension with the Greater Philadelphia YMCA for before-and-after-school child care programs at no cost. The board will also consider a YMCA summer camp program with a projected charge of $69,290.24.

• Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 2026-2027 budget approval for $2,042,210
• One-year lease extension with Greater Philadelphia YMCA for before/after-school care at no cost at seven elementary schools
• 2026 YMCA summer camp at Copper Beech and Rydal Elementary Schools with projected charge of $69,290.24
• Approval of personnel changes per Personnel Addenda Nos. 5.1, 5.1a, and Confidential 5.1b
• Awards of contracts per Addendum No. 9.1

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Board of School Directors met to adopt the 2026-2027 Preliminary General Fund Budget and approve the upcoming school calendar. The board also authorized a grant application for Copper Beech Elementary School and approved personnel changes.

• Adoption of 2026-2027 Preliminary General Fund Budget of $216,004,564
• Real estate tax millage rate set at 42.7169 mills
• Approval of the 2026-2027 school calendar and public board meeting dates
• Authorization to submit a Public School Facility Improvement Grant for Copper Beech Elementary School
• Approval of personnel changes in Addenda 8.1, 8.1a, and 8.1b

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School Board met virtually on January 27, 2026 due to weather. They approved personnel changes, financial reports, bills, permits, bids, and contracts. Key decisions included adopting academic program changes for grades 6-12 for 2026-2027, approving a $13.3 million operating budget for Eastern Center for Arts and Technology, and authorizing an agreement with First Student for alternative transportation services through June 2028. Presentations were given on the middle school project and proposed academic changes.

• Approved academic program changes for grades 6-12 for 2026-2027, authorizing new programs of study
• Approved $13,344,054 operating budget and $1,000,000 capital assessment for Eastern Center for Arts and Technology
• Authorized agreement with First Student, Inc. for alternative transportation services through June 30, 2028
• Approved personnel changes as per addenda 6.1, 6.1a, and confidential addendum 6.1b
• Presented update on middle school project and proposed academic program changes for 2026-2027

Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary

The Abington School District Board of School Directors held a regular meeting on January 13, 2026, at the Administration Building Board Room. The board approved minutes from prior meetings, personnel changes, bills, permits, and contracts. Key actions included authorizing Sterling Act Tax Credits totaling $2,587,652.69 for 2024 and approving confidential student matters.

• Approved Sterling Act Tax Credits for 2024: $517,530,537.79 wage amount and $2,587,652.69 credit
• Approved personnel changes via Addenda Nos. 8.1, 8.1a, and 8.1b
• Approved payment of bills for period ending November 30, 2025
• Approved permits for use of buildings and grounds (Addendum No. 10.1)
• Approved awards of contracts (Addendum No. 12.1)