Abington School District public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School Board approved several routine administrative items and a resolution authorizing the submission of $2.56 million in Sterling Act Tax Credits to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. A presentation on the 2025-2026 budget process was also given. The board approved a contract amendment for energy-saving work at multiple schools, including Rydal East Elementary School.
- Authorized submission of Sterling Act Tax Credits totaling $2,565,348.50 for calendar year 2023 based on wages of $513,069,700.08.
- Approved amendment to the GESA contract with CM3 for roof replacement, HVAC units, and controls at Rydal East Elementary, plus changes at Copper Beech, Willow Hill, and the Administration Building.
- Designated TD Bank, PLGIT, Pennsylvania Treasury INVEST, Truist, U.S. Bank, Wells Fargo, and WSFS as depositories for district funds (vote 8-1, with Cathy Spaulding voting nay).
- Approved minutes from November 12 and November 26, 2024 board meetings.
- Approved personnel changes reflected in Addenda 8.1, 8.1a, and confidential addendum 8.1b.
Board of School Directors Reorganization Meeting
The Abington School District Board of School Directors holds its reorganization meeting to elect officers for the upcoming term. The board unanimously elected Dr. Melissa Mowry as President and Yaasiyn Muhammad as Vice President, along with Brian Allen as President Pro Tempore. Public comment periods were held, and the meeting concluded with adjournment.
- Election of Dr. Melissa Mowry as Board President
- Election of Yaasiyn Muhammad as Vice President
- Election of Brian Allen as President Pro Tempore
- Two public comment periods (20-minute limit, 3 minutes per speaker)
- Meeting adjourned by unanimous vote
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Board of School Directors met to receive a presentation on secondary literacy initiatives and approve several administrative items. The board voted to approve personnel changes, financial reports, and the payment of bills for the period ending October 31, 2024.
- Presentation on Secondary Literacy Initiatives
- Approval of personnel changes in Addenda 5.1, 5.1a, and Confidential Addendum 5.1b
- Approval of Financial Report and Payment of Bills for the period ending October 31, 2024
- Approval of Awards of Contracts as reflected in Addendum No. 9.1
- Approval of an Educational Services Agreement under Confidential Student Matter
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors will hold a regular meeting to vote on routine items including minutes, personnel changes, permits, bids, and contract awards. The board will also receive reports on capital improvement projects and hear public comments.
- Approval of minutes from October 8 and October 22, 2024
- Approval of personnel changes as detailed in addenda
- Approval of permits for use of buildings and grounds
- Approval of advertisement for bids and awards of contracts
- Report on capital improvement projects
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School Board approved several routine actions including personnel changes, financial reports, payment of bills, permits, contract awards, and bid advertisements. A notable item was authorizing an amendment to the BusPatrol America, LLC agreement for installing GPS and two-way radio equipment on school buses. The meeting also included honors for a student and an art exhibit, and public comment periods.
- Approved personnel changes as reflected in addenda 5.1 and 5.1a and confidential addenda 5.1b and 5.1c
- Approved financial report for period ending September 30, 2024
- Approved payment of bills for period ending September 30, 2024
- Authorized administration to sign amendment for GPS and two-way radio equipment installation as part of BusPatrol America, LLC agreement
- Approved awards of contracts and advertisement for bids as per addenda 9.1 and 10.1
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School Board will consider ratifying a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Abington School Service Personnel Association/AFSCME, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The board will also vote on personnel changes, permits for building use, and awards of contracts. A report on capital improvement projects is scheduled for discussion.
- Ratification of agreement with Abington School Service Personnel Association/AFSCME (July 2024 – June 2027)
- Approval of personnel changes as reflected in Personnel Addenda Nos. 6.1, 6.1a, and Confidential 6.1b
- Awards of contracts as reflected in Addendum No. 8.1
- Permits for use of buildings and grounds as reflected in Addendum No. 7.1
- Capital Improvement Projects Report (October 2024)
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors met on September 24, 2024, and approved several routine items including personnel changes, financial reports, and contracts. A notable action was accepting a donation from Jenkintown Abington Little League to renovate the baseball field at McKinley Elementary School at no cost to the district. The board also received a presentation on future facilities planning and voted on Pennsylvania School Boards Association officer elections.
- Approved renovation of baseball field at McKinley Elementary School, donated by Jenkintown Abington Little League (no cost to district)
- Awarded contracts as reflected in Addendum No. 9.1
- Approved personnel changes per Personnel Addenda Nos. 5.1, 5.1a, and Confidential Addendum No. 5.1b
- Adopted new instructional materials for the 2024-2025 school year (Addendum No. 12.1)
- Cast votes for 2025 PSBA officer positions: President-Elect Sabrina Backer, Vice President Matt Vonnoy, and others
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board will hold a regular meeting with procedural items, approval of minutes from August 13 and 27, personnel changes, permits for building use, and reports. Public comment periods are scheduled. The board will also receive a report on capital improvement projects.
- Approve minutes of Board meetings on August 13 and August 27, 2024
- Approve personnel changes as detailed in Personnel Addenda 7.1 and 7.1a
- Approve permits for use of buildings and grounds (Addendum 8.1)
- Report on capital improvement projects for September 2024
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School Board approved routine personnel, financial, and contract items, and adopted 2024-2025 Title I Schoolwide Plans for Highland, Overlook, Roslyn, and Willow Hill schools. The board also authorized a three-year agreement with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for Title services to non-public schools and ratified assessment appeals.
- Approved 2024-2025 Title I Schoolwide Plans for Highland, Overlook, Roslyn, and Willow Hill schools
- Approved personnel changes per Addenda 6.1 and 6.1a
- Approved financial reports for periods ending June 30, 2024 and July 31, 2024
- Approved payment of bills for periods ending June 30, 2024 and July 31, 2024
- Authorized three-year agreement with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for Title services to non-public schools (2024-2027)
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School Board approved a two-year YMCA pool lease at $19,984.33 per year, a lease with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for an Early Intervention program at $8,000, and an agreement with BusPatrol America for school bus stop-arm enforcement cameras. The board also heard a presentation on school climate survey results, approved personnel changes, contracts, permits, and minutes, and received public comments.
- Two-year YMCA pool lease at $19,984.33 per year (2024-2025) plus Act 1 increase for 2025-2026
- BusPatrol America agreement for stop-arm camera enforcement, with intergovernmental agreement with Abington Township
- Lease with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit for Early Intervention program at $8,000 plus related expenses
- Project ACCESS agreement with SivicSolution Group for processing Medicaid claims at $0.29 per direct service claim and $0.16 per transport claim
- Presentation on school climate survey results and next steps
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Board of School Directors adopted the final general fund budget for the 2024-2025 school year. This action included setting a property tax rate of 37.07 mills and an earned income tax of 0.5%. The meeting also featured presentations on proposed academic program changes and health and safety plans.
- Adoption of $199,557,496 final general fund budget for 2024-2025
- Setting property tax rate at 37.07 mills and earned income tax at 0.5%
- Approval of personnel changes in Addenda 6.1, 6.1a, and 6.1b
- Presentation of proposed academic program changes for 2024-2025
- Approval of financial reports and bills for the period ending May 31, 2024
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Board of School Directors approved a contract with CM3 Building Solutions, Inc. for energy efficiency construction at several elementary schools and the bus garage. The board also reappointed Wisler Pearlstine as district solicitor for an annual base compensation of $46,000. Additionally, the board approved personnel changes and building use permits.
- Energy efficiency contract with CM3 Building Solutions, Inc. not to exceed $5,205,304
- Reappointment of Wisler Pearlstine as solicitor at $46,000 annual base compensation
- Appointment of Elizabeth Eisenhart and Rachel Hartman as PSBA voting delegates
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Employee Assignment Book
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors will hold a regular meeting on May 28, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the Abington Middle School Little Theater. The board will consider a proposed final general fund budget update for 2024-2025, approve personnel changes, financial reports, contracts, and grants, and elect a treasurer. Public comments will be received in person and by phone.
- 2024-2025 Proposed Final General Fund Budget Update presentation
- Personnel changes approval (Addendum No. 6.1)
- Financial report and payment of bills for period ending April 30, 2024
- Awards of contracts (Addendum No. 10.1)
- Election of Treasurer at $16,000 annual fee and $100,000 performance bond at $500 cost
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Board of School Directors met to discuss the 2024-2025 school year financial plan and various administrative actions. Key items included the adoption of a proposed final general fund budget and the issuance of series 2024 general obligation bonds for school improvements.
- Adoption of $194,771,146 Proposed Final General Fund Budget
- Issuance of Series 2024 General Obligation Bonds for school buildings and grounds
- Approval of the 2024-2025 budget intention to be advertised for June 25 meeting
- Authorization of IDEA Pass Through Funds agreement with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit No. 23
- Recognition of Math Achievement Awards and Champion of Equity Award
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors is meeting to approve routine administrative items including personnel changes, financial reports, bill payments, permits, contracts, and instructional materials for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also consider a dual credit partnership expansion with Chestnut Hill College and an agreement with Penn State Abington for Memorial Field alterations.
- Approval of personnel changes (Addenda 6.1, 6.1a, 6.1b)
- Approval of financial report and payment of bills for period ending March 31, 2024
- Adoption of new textbooks and instructional programs for 2024-2025 (Addendum 11.1)
- Update to Memorandum of Understanding with Chestnut Hill College for dual credit expansion
- Authorization to enter agreement with Penn State Abington for Memorial Field alterations
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, personnel changes, permits, contracts, and school meal prices for 2024-2025. They will also receive a budget update, adopt the Special Education Plan, and authorize agreements for a mentorship program and dual credit partnerships.
- Approval of 2024-2025 draft general fund budget update (revenue and expenses)
- Approval of awards of contracts as per Addendum No. 10.1
- Establishment of school breakfast and lunch prices for 2024-2025
- Authorize settlement stipulation for assessment appeal at 261 Old York Road
- Adoption of Special Education Plan for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors is meeting to approve routine administrative items including personnel changes, financial reports, and contracts. The most significant action is the ratification of a new five-year collective bargaining agreement with the Abington Transportation Association, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029. The board will also hear a presentation on the social studies curriculum and receive public comments.
- Ratification of agreement with Abington Transportation Association (ATA) for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029
- Approval of personnel changes as per Addenda 5.1, 5.1a, and 5.1b
- Approval of financial report for period ending February 29, 2024
- Approval of payment of bills for period ending February 29, 2024
- Approval of awards of contracts as per Addendum 9.1
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The board is scheduled to vote on personnel changes, building use permits, and contract awards, as well as a settlement stipulation for a property tax assessment appeal at 1801 Susquehanna Road. The agenda also includes presentations on the district's comprehensive plan and facilities planning, along with public comment periods.
- Approval of personnel changes as detailed in Addenda 8.1, 8.1a, and 8.1b
- Approval of contracts as detailed in Addendum 10.1
- Authorization of settlement stipulation for assessment appeal for property at 1801 Susquehanna Road
- Approval of permits for use of buildings and grounds as detailed in Addendum 9.1
- Presentation on the Comprehensive Plan and Special Education Plan
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors will hold its regular meeting, featuring a presentation of the draft 2024-2025 General Fund Budget. The board will also vote on routine items including personnel changes, the financial report, payment of bills, building use permits, and a confidential student matter. Public comment will be received in person and by phone.
- Presentation of Draft 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
- Approval of personnel changes (Addenda 6.1, 6.1a, 6.1b)
- Approval of Financial Report for period ending January 31, 2024
- Approval of Payment of Bills for period ending January 31, 2024
- Approval of Permits for Use of Buildings and Grounds
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors is meeting to approve routine administrative items, including personnel changes, permits, bids, contracts, the 2024-2025 school calendar, and the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit membership services budget of $2,102,655. The board will also receive a presentation on the 2024-2025 General Fund budget update and hear public comments.
- Approval of Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 2024-2025 Membership Services Budget in the amount of $2,102,655
- Approval of 2024-2025 school calendar
- Approval of personnel changes as per Addenda 8.1, 8.1a, and 8.1b
- Approval of awards of contracts as per Addendum 11.1
- Approval of advertisement for bids as per Addendum 10.1
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Board of School Directors reviewed the initial draft of the 2024-2025 budget and the district's health and safety plan. The Board also approved several administrative actions, including personnel changes and financial reports.
- Approved 2024-2025 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology operating budget of $12,119,774 and a $1,050,000 capital assessment
- Authorized agreement with Greater Philadelphia YMCA for summer camp at Copper Beech and Rydal Elementary Schools with a projected charge of $64,372.20
- Presented initial draft of the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
- Approved financial reports for periods ending November 30, 2023, and December 31, 2023
- Approved 2022-2023 budget transfers
Combined Report and Agenda of the Superintendent and Board Secretary
The Abington School District Board of School Directors will meet virtually on January 9, 2024, to consider and vote on several action items, including approving academic program changes for grades 6-12, personnel changes, permits, bids, and contracts. The board will also receive presentations on future facilities planning, enrollment and staffing, and proposed academic program changes, and will hear public comments via telephone.
- Approval of academic program changes for grades 6-12 and publishing of 2024-2025 Programs of Studies
- Approval of personnel changes as per Addenda 8.1 and 8.1a
- Approval of permits for use of buildings and grounds (Addendum 9.1)
- Approval of advertisement for bids (Addendum 10.1) and awards of contracts (Addendum 11.1)
- Presentation on 2024-2025 enrollment and staffing and proposed academic program changes