Lower Merion School District public meetings in 2020
46 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Business Board Meeting - 8 PM
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will vote on routine approvals including meeting minutes, human resources actions, and financial reports. Major action items include awarding contracts for school buses, building repairs, and security services, plus several facility-related work orders. Public comment is taken via chat.
- Award contracts for 10 CNG and 8 gasoline school buses
- Approve $55,000 for interim school crossing guards (Jan 11–Jun 17, 2021)
- Approve $208,950 for network and security services (3 years)
- Approve $38,929 for card access in three elementary schools and $12,036 in four admin buildings
- Approve change orders for new middle school construction at 1860 W. Montgomery Ave.
Finance Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Finance Committee is meeting publicly via Zoom to review the 2019-20 audit report presented by Tom Ronayne, CPA, of Rainer & Co. The meeting is primarily a discussion item, with no votes scheduled. Public comment is accepted via the chat feature.
- Review of 2019-20 Audit Report by Tom Ronayne, CPA, Rainer & Co.
- Public meeting held via Zoom with chat-based public comment
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Facilities and Purchasing Committee is meeting to review a list of bills, purchasing reports, and several contract proposals, including security systems, crossing guards, and bus driver services. They will also receive an update on the new middle school at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue. All items are for discussion or information; no final votes are scheduled.
- List of Bills and Purchasing Report for review
- Presidio Network Solutions proposal (subject to solicitor review)
- i2 Security Solutions proposals for 3 elementary schools and 4 admin buildings
- Advanced Protection Company agreement amendment for crossing guards
- First Student Inc. amendment to student transportation contract for bus drivers
Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting - Equity & Anti-Racism - 7 PM
The Lower Merion School District's Ad-Hoc Committee on Equity & Anti-Racism is meeting to discuss updates on the equity state and audit, an overview of LMSD organizations, breakout sessions, and policy considerations. The meeting is held via Zoom and includes a polling question about awareness of involvement with the organizations. The next meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2021.
- Update on Equity State & Equity Audit
- Overview of LMSD Organizations with polling question
- Breakout/share-out sessions
- Policy considerations and Q&A presentations
- Next meeting: January 13, 2021 at 7 PM
Special Meeting of the Board - Immediately following the Re-Organization Meeting
The Lower Merion School District Board is holding a special meeting to hear public comment and receive a superintendent update on health and safety plans. The main action item is a vote to approve the amended PIAA Athletic Health and Safety Plan, which includes winter sports return-to-play protocols. The board will also authorize the superintendent to make minor revisions and submit the plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Education if needed.
- Approve amended LMSD PIAA Athletic Health and Safety Plan
- Authorize superintendent to submit plan to PA Department of Education
- Winter Sports Return to Play Protocols attached
- Public comment via chat feature during audience recognition
Annual Reorganization Meeting of the Board of School Directors
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect a temporary president, board president, vice president, and assistant secretary, and to authorize new bank signatures. Public comment is limited to the election of officers. The agenda is procedural, with no policy or budget items.
- Election of Temporary President from hold-over members
- Election of Board President and Vice President
- Election of Vic Orlando as Assistant Secretary
- Authorization to file new signatures with depositories
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss several school policies. They will consider policies for first and second readings at the next business meeting, including repeals of policies on laptop monitoring and natatorium use. The committee will also discuss an equity policy and other administrative regulations.
- Equity Policy (Policy/AR #TBD) update
- Second readings: Policy 831/354/454/554 (boundaries with students), Policy 822 (screening employees/contractors), Policy 714 (natatorium) for repeal
- First readings: Policy 893 (remote access/tracking of laptops) for repeal, Policy 134 (district technology resources), Policy 137 (district-issued laptops), Policy 009 (laptop responsibility), Policy 001 (board operating procedures), Policy 002 (school board organization), Policy 004 (policy adoption), Policy 007 (board meetings)
- AR 213 Grading of Student Progress change
- Discussion: Policy 005 (conflict of interest), Policy 006 (civility), Policy 008 (orientation for new board members)
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss and review course and textbook proposals, including a new Black Excellence course and a presentation on the book Stamped. They will also receive an update on the EDK program and set the next meeting date. The meeting is open to the public.
- Black Excellence: The Politics, Economics & Culture of an American People course proposal
- Presentation on Stamped by Leslie Pratt, Rachel Nichols, Kevin DiSantis
- EDK update from Jen Gaudioso
- Next meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021 at 8:30 AM
Communications Committee Meeting - 7:00 PM
The Lower Merion School District Communications Committee is holding a public Zoom meeting to discuss COVID-related communications and an equity infographic, and to discuss communications regarding the Legislative Committee. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2021.
- COVID-related communications update
- Equity infographic discussion
- Communications regarding Legislative Committee
- Next meeting: January 20, 2021
Regular Business Board Meeting - 8 PM
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will hold a regular business meeting, taking public comment via Zoom chat. The main action is approving an amended Athletics Health and Safety Plan for winter sports, along with routine approvals of minutes, HR actions, student services agreements, textbook purchases, and various financial and facilities items.
- Approve amended Athletics Health and Safety Plan for winter sports
- Purchase Psychology for the AP Course textbook and digital license for $34,594
- Purchase Thinking About Psychology textbook and digital license for $12,779
- Transfer $8,614,914 from General Fund to Capital Reserve Fund
- Approve $57,300 non-refundable deposit to PECO for New Middle School service connection
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee will discuss a list of bills, district contracts, and several renewal quotes for technology equipment. They will also review an amendment to the guaranteed energy savings contract with Reynolds Energy Service and consider change orders for WVMS. Updates will be provided on the new middle school at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue and HVAC upgrades related to COVID-19.
- List of Bills (11-16-2020)
- District Contracts (Nov 2020)
- Presidio Cisco Smartnet Renewal Quote
- ePlus Barracuda hardware warranty and software subscription Renewal Quote
- Amendment to Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract with Reynolds Energy Service (SiteLogIQ)
Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting - Equity & Anti-Racism - 7 PM
The Equity & Anti-Racism Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss several topics including equity policy questions and an update on the equity audit. The committee will also receive updates regarding cultural proficiency and high school student groups.
- Discussion of critical questions on equity and policy
- Update on the Equity Audit
- Update on Cultural Proficiency
- Update on High School Student Groups
- Review of feedback from the previous meeting
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee met via Zoom to review updates on grading and equity policies. The group examined several policies for first or second reading, including rules on employee boundaries and remote laptop monitoring. No new policies were scheduled for immediate discussion, and the next meeting is set for December 4, 2020.
- Second Reading review for Policy 104 Equal Opportunity Employment, including AR 104 on Gender Expansive & Transgender Employees.
- First Reading review for Policy 831/354/454/554 Maintaining Appropriate Boundaries with Students.
- First Reading review for Policy 893 Remote Access, Monitoring and Tracking of District-Issued Laptops.
- First Reading review for Policy 714 Use of Natatorium, marked for repeal.
- Updates provided on Policy 213 Grading of Student Progress and a TBD Equity Policy.
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee is meeting to review a list of bills, district contracts, and a purchasing report. They will discuss several contracts, including a transportation contract with First Student Inc., an amendment for school crossing guards, and proposals for the new middle school. Updates will be provided on the new middle school construction and potential HVAC upgrades related to COVID-19.
- List of Bills for 10-19-2020
- First Student Inc. transportation contract for 2020-21
- Advanced Protection Company amendment for interim school crossing guards
- Reynolds Consulting Engineers proposal for new middle school
- Spiezle Architectural Group proposal for interior design services for new middle school
Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting - Equity & Anti-Racism - 7 PM
The Lower Merion School District Ad-Hoc Committee met via Zoom to discuss equity and anti-racism initiatives. The agenda included an update on communication plans, an overview of the LMSD Equity Audit, and a discussion of the LMSD Equity Policy. No specific decisions or votes were recorded in the agenda text.
- Update on Communication Plans
- LMSD Equity Audit Overview
- LMSD Equity Policy Discussion
Education Committee and Supplementary Regular Board Meeting 8:00 PM
The Lower Merion School District Board is scheduled to approve an amended PIAA Athletic Health and Safety Plan, which includes authorizing the Superintendent to submit the plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The Board is also expected to accept a proposed adjustment to high school start times, contingent on the installation of permanent stadium lights at Arnold Field. Additionally, the meeting includes informational presentations on the Act 35 Civics Assessment and Act 70 Holocaust Education requirements.
- Approval of the amended LMSD PIAA Athletic Health and Safety Plan
- Acceptance of proposed adjustment to high school start times (contingent on Arnold Field stadium lights)
- Presentation on Act 35 Civics Assessment for 2020-21
- Presentation on Act 70 Holocaust Education
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee met via Zoom to review proposed changes to school policies. The agenda focused on second readings for policies regarding harassment, bullying, and copyright, as well as first readings for policies on equal opportunity, privacy, and conflict of interest. No additional administrative regulations were reviewed, and several other policies were listed for future discussion or referral to the Strategic Plan Committee.
- Second Reading: Policy 246 Harassment, Bullying and Hazing
- Second Reading: Policy 815 Smoking/Tobacco Usage
- First Reading: Policy 104 Equal Opportunity Employment
- First Reading: Policy 821 Privacy of Protected Health Information
- First Reading: Policy 827 Conflict of Interest
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee met via Zoom to discuss course and textbook proposals and contract reviews. The agenda included informational updates on Act 35 Civics Assessment and Act 70 Holocaust Education requirements for the 2020-2021 school year. A presentation on Social-Emotional Learning and Trauma Informed Practices was also scheduled. No specific votes or final decisions are recorded in this agenda text.
- Review of Act 35 Civics Assessment for 2020-2021
- Discussion of Act 70 Holocaust Education requirements
- Presentation on Social-Emotional Learning and Trauma Informed Practices
- Update on Ad Hoc Committee Goals for 2020-2021
Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting - Equity & Anti-Racism - 7 PM - 8:30 PM
The Lower Merion School District Ad-Hoc Committee on Equity & Anti-Racism met to review 2020-2021 priorities, including curriculum representation, social-emotional safety, and communication efforts. The meeting included an overview of the district's equity audit process and a draft equity policy statement for public feedback. No votes or binding decisions were taken, as all items were informational.
- Review of Curriculum/Representation goals for K-5, 6-8, and 9-12 grades
- Discussion of Social-Emotional Safety initiatives for students and staff
- Overview of the LMSD Equity Audit process covering policies, curriculum, and discipline
- Presentation of the draft LMSD Equity Policy and Equity Statement for public comment
Communications Committee Meeting - 7:00 PM
The Lower Merion School District Communications Committee met via Zoom to discuss informational updates. The agenda focused on reviewing communications related to the pandemic, community projects, and the anti-racism curriculum. No votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text, as all items were listed as informational.
- Review of COVID-related Communications
- Discussion of COVID-related Community Projects
- Review of Anti-Racism Curriculum Communication
- Update on Virtual Speakers Series
- Planning for Additional Communication Projects for 2020-2021
Finance Committee Meeting Operations Budget Review - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Finance Committee met via Zoom on September 16, 2020, to conduct an operations budget review. The primary agenda item was a discussion of the financial analysis regarding the new middle school and a refunding update, presented by John Frey of PFM. The meeting concluded with a review of the schedule for the next budget meeting.
- Discussion of Financial Analysis for New Middle School
- Discussion of Refunding Update presented by John Frey, PFM
Education Committee and Supplementary Regular Board Meeting 8:00 PM
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors is holding a virtual meeting with a presentation on summer programs and public comment via chat. No action items are on the agenda, so the board is not voting on any measures.
- Summer Programs Update presented by Jennifer Gaudioso
- Public comment accepted via chat feature
- No action items on tonight's agenda
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee is meeting via Zoom to review and discuss several policies, including updates on COVID-19 impact, an equity policy, student rights and responsibilities, and conflict-of-interest policies. They will consider first readings for policies on harassment, bullying, child abuse, and other topics. No second readings or administrative regulation changes are on the agenda.
- First readings: Policy/AR 246 Harassment, Bullying and Hazing; Policy/AR 346/446/546 Prohibited Harassment; Policy 806 Child Abuse; Policy 808 Free and Reduced Price Meals; Policy/AR 809 Contracted Services; Policy/AR 811 District Vehicles GPS; Policy/AR 814 Copyrighted Material; Policy 815 Smoking/Tobacco
- Discussion of Policy/AR #TBD Equity Policy (December 2019-Present)
- Review of conflict-of-interest policies including gifts, crowdfunding, outside employment, and tutoring for a fee
- Future discussion planned for Policy 802 School Organization and Policy 804 School Day for Pupils
- Policies referred to Strategic Plan Committee: homework, academic class rank, reporting pupil progress, grading, graduation requirements
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee met via Zoom to review course and textbook proposals. The agenda focused on reviewing several pre-approved contracts for digital educational tools under the Board-approved COVID Emergency Act. The committee also received an update on summer programs and scheduled the next meeting for October 6, 2020.
- Review of pre-approved contracts for EAB Program, Options for Achievement Team, and Pear Deck
- Review of MusicFirst Classroom Digital Resource contracts for Harriton HS, Lower Merion HS, and BC & WV
- Review of FactCite contract for elementary schools
- Update on 2020 Summer Programs
Regular Business Board Meeting - 8 PM
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will meet to consider several actions, including approving a revised Athletics Health & Safety Plan that keeps sports in Phase 1 until at least September 8, 2020. The board will also vote on routine items like meeting minutes, human resources actions, and various contracts and purchases, including digital resources and facility contracts. Public comment will be taken via chat.
- Approve revised LMSD Athletics Health & Safety Plan (Phase 1 until Sept 8)
- Approve HR actions HR-1 through HR-3 and ESS Substitute Staff Placement Agreement
- Approve contracts for food service paper, HEPA filtration units, generator maintenance
- Approve digital resource purchases: Turnitin ($13,782.10), Nearpod ($16,000), Words Their Way ($47,098.83 and $18,400), My Learning Plan ($15,173.83)
- Approve tax resolution setting 0% penalty on school taxes until Dec 28, 2020
Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting - Equity & Anti-Racism - 7 PM
The Lower Merion School District's Ad-Hoc Committee on Equity & Anti-Racism is holding its initial meeting, open to the public via Zoom. The agenda includes an overview of the committee's purpose, a presentation from the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA), and facilitated break-out room discussions on representation, school climate, and communication. The meeting concludes with a report-out from each group and discussion of next steps.
- Public Zoom webinar with 1000 attendee limit
- PSBA presentation and Q&A
- Break-out groups on Representation, Social-Emotional Safety & School Climate, and Communication
- Poll asking attendees their role in LMSD
- Meeting recorded and made public
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee will discuss a list of bills, district contracts, and a purchasing report. They will also consider retaining ten school buses, several technology quotes, a Comcast internet contract, and various construction-related agreements and change orders. Updates will be given on the new middle school project and potential HVAC upgrades related to COVID-19.
- Retain ten 72-passenger school buses previously designated for trade-in
- Comcast Internet Essentials Contract, subject to Solicitor review
- Change Orders for MRES, 1860 W Montgomery
- New Middle School at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue Update
- Potential HVAC Upgrades related to COVID-19 at existing LMSD buildings
Special Meeting of the Board - 7 PM
The Lower Merion School District Board of School Directors held a special meeting to review and approve the district's Health and Safety Plan. The administration recommended that the Board approve the plan and authorize the Superintendent to submit it to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The meeting included a presentation by Mr. Copeland and allowed for public comment via email and live chat regarding the proposed plan.
- Approval of the LMSD Health and Safety Plan
- Authorization for Superintendent to submit plan to Pennsylvania Department of Education
- Public comment period for the Health and Safety Plan via email and live chat
Regular Business Board Meeting - 8 PM
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will vote on the Emergency Instructional Time Plan for the 2020-21 school year, which outlines procedures for remote learning and will be submitted to the state for approval. The board will also consider several contracts and software renewals, including Qualtrics, College Board, and Dreambox Learning, as well as a resolution to waive late penalties on school property taxes until December 31, 2020.
- Approve Emergency Instructional Time Plan and submit to PA Department of Education
- Appoint Dr. Alexis McGloin as Assistant Superintendent (Sept 2020-June 2024)
- Approve software contracts: Qualtrics ($20,500), College Board ($20,636), Dreambox ($47,400), Achieve 3000 ($17,395)
- Resolution to waive property tax late penalties until Dec 31, 2020 (subject to House Bill 1125)
- Accept $2,500 donation for Merion Elementary Maker Space; rescind ice hockey donation
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee will review a list of bills, district contracts, and a purchasing report, along with specific contracts and agreements including transportation, uniforms, software renewals, and pool services. They will also receive updates on the new middle school construction and potential HVAC upgrades related to COVID-19. The meeting is held via Zoom due to Governor Wolf's mandates, with public comment accepted in advance or via chat.
- Krapf Coaches Transportation Contract 20-21
- Aramark Uniforms Update Addendum
- IM Pools Management Inc. Swimming Pool Services 3 yr Agreement
- Rothman Orthopaedics Addendum to Athletic Training Contract (COVID-19)
- Chester Valley Engineers work order at 1800 W. Montgomery/1835 County Line and HHS classrooms
Finance Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Finance Committee is meeting via Zoom on May 27, 2020, due to Governor Wolf's mandates. The committee will discuss a review of General Fund commitments and reserves, presented by Mr. Orlando. Public comment can be submitted in advance or given during the meeting via Zoom chat or raise hand features.
- Review of General Fund commitments and reserves (discussion item)
- Meeting held via Zoom due to Governor Wolf's mandates
- Public comment accepted in advance via email to Board Secretary Denise LaPera
- Public comment also accepted during meeting via Zoom chat or raise hand
- Meeting will be recorded and available on the district website
Intergovernmental Meeting 7:00 PM
Representatives from Lower Merion School District, Lower Merion Township, and Narberth Borough Council are meeting via Zoom to discuss several topics. These include a COVID-19 update, a possible school start time change, adding lights to Arnold Field, township amenities and safety (including a proposed speed limit reduction on Montgomery Ave.), and enrollment growth issues like modulars and a new middle school. The meeting is public but comments are only accepted by email in advance.
- Discussion on adding lights to Arnold Field with LM Police and LMSD Administration
- Proposal to reduce speed limit on Montgomery Ave. from 35 mph to 25 mph
- Update on bus parking including former St. Justin's site
- Discussion on relocating structures at 1835 County Line Road and 1800 Montgomery Ave.
- Public comment via email only; no live comments
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee met via Zoom to review course and textbook proposals, including resources for elementary music, AP Biology, and computer science. The agenda included a contract review and presentations on IST/Achievement Teams and Parent Pulse Survey results. No specific dollar amounts or final votes were listed in the agenda text.
- Review of Elementary Music Curriculum Resources
- Review of Foundations of Business Texts
- Review of AP Biology Resources
- Review of Computer Science and Open Source STEM Resources
- Contract Review
Finance Committee Meeting Staffing/IT Budget Review - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Finance Committee is holding a public meeting via Zoom to review the 2020-21 budget, specifically focusing on staffing and IT. The committee will discuss presentations from Megan Shafer and George Frazier. Public comment can be submitted in advance or given during the meeting. The next budget review meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2020.
- Review of 2020-21 Budget - Staffing/IT Budget Review
- Presentations by Megan Shafer and George Frazier
- Public comment via email or Zoom chat/raise hand
- Next meeting: May 13, 2020 - Curriculum & Instruction Budget Review
Regular Business Board Meeting
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will consider tentatively adopting the 2020-21 Proposed Final Budget, which authorizes $288,029,695 in expenditures and sets a real estate tax rate of 30.1734 mills. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a $158,000 Lincoln Center contract for school-based counselors and various software renewals. Public comment is limited to agenda topics and will be accepted via email only, with no live comments during the Zoom meeting.
- Tentative adoption of 2020-21 budget: $288,029,695 expenditures, 30.1734 mills real estate tax, 1% transfer tax, $5 local services tax
- Lincoln Center contract for 2 school-based counselors: $158,000
- PowerSchool Performance Tracker and Bubble Reader renewal: $32,912.02
- New course resources for African-American Literature, Film and Literature, Sport in Literature: $66,212.31
- Facilities contracts for rooftop chiller, temporary classrooms, parking expansion at Merion Elementary, masonry facade at Penn Valley Elementary, and more
Education Committee and Supplementary Regular Board Meeting 8:00 PM
The Lower Merion School District Board of School Directors held a virtual meeting to review a presentation on Flexible Instructional Days. The agenda explicitly states there are no action items, meaning no decisions were made. The session focused on information sharing regarding the instructional program and upcoming budget review meetings.
- Presentation on Flexible Instructional Days by Scott Eveslage
- Upcoming April 22 Finance Committee meeting for Student Services Budget Review
- Upcoming April 29 Finance Committee meeting for Staffing/IT Budget Review
- No action items scheduled for this meeting
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee is meeting via Zoom to review several school policies. They will consider second readings for policies on charitable activities (proposed for repeal), student fundraising, public access to records, school calendar, and opening exercises, as well as first readings for policies on admission of beginners and web content. The committee will also discuss a suicide prevention policy and receive updates on administrative regulations.
- Second reading: Policy/AR 919 School Involvement with Charitable Activities — proposed for repeal
- Second reading: Policy/AR 256 Student Fundraising
- Second reading: Policy/AR 801 Public Access to School District Records
- First reading: Policy/AR 201 Admission of Beginners
- Discussion: Policy/AR 245 Suicide Prevention and Self-Harming Behavior
April Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee held its April meeting remotely via Zoom due to Governor Wolf's mandates. The agenda included a presentation on the Flexible Instructional Program, along with routine items such as course/textbook proposals, contract review, and updates. Public comment was accepted via the Zoom chat feature.
- Meeting held via Zoom due to Governor Wolf's mandates
- Presentation on Flexible Instructional Program by Dr. Eveslage and Dr. Gaudioso
- Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 8:30 AM
Regular Business Board Meeting
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will hold its regular business meeting via livestream due to the state-mandated school closure, and will vote to suspend Policy 006 to allow all board members to participate remotely. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, human resources actions, and a series of contracts and purchases, along with public comment taken by email.
- Approve addendum to Sage Wellness Group Agreement for $14,950
- Approve MCIU agreement for ACCESS billing at $63.57/hour through Aug 31, 2020
- Award multiple facilities contracts (Siemens BAS upgrades, roof restoration, generator replacement, etc.)
- Approve Dell equipment and professional services for $293,900.02
- Approve Crowdstrike Falcon software for $232,840.59
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee will discuss a list of bills, district contracts, and a purchasing report, plus several specific agreements including sports licensing, internet services, and cybersecurity software. They will also receive updates on the new middle school at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue and capital reserve projects for summer 2020. The meeting is a discussion and information session, not a final decision-making body.
- List of Bills and List of District Contracts (March 2020) for review
- First String Sports License Agreement
- Presidio Palo Alto renewal
- CenturyLink Internet Services Master Agreement and Order Form 2020-21
- Crowdstrike Incident Response Retainer and Falcon Software
Regular Business Board Meeting
The Lower Merion Board of School Directors will vote on several action items, including a $147,000 purchase of French textbooks and digital resources, contracts for a new middle school's preliminary sitework, and approval of the 2020-21 revised and 2021-22 school calendars. The board will also consider routine items like minutes, human resources actions, financial reports, and policy readings. Public comment is limited to action items only.
- Approve $147,000 purchase of EntreCultures textbooks and digital resources for French 1, 2, 3
- Award contracts for fire panel replacement at Cynwyd Elementary, Ford Expedition, Ford Explorer P-2, and preliminary sitework for new middle school
- Approve MCIU 2020-21 Member Services Budget with $145,375 charge to Lower Merion
- Accept donations including $4,000 AV equipment for Kobe Bryant Memorial event at LMHS
- Approve 2020-21 revised school calendar and 2021-22 school calendar
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Facilities and Purchasing Committee will review lists of bills and district contracts, a purchasing report, and several equipment quotes for network switches and APC equipment. They will also receive an update on the new middle school at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue. The meeting is a discussion and information session, not a final decision-making body.
- List of Bills
- List of District Contracts (Feb 2020)
- Presidio quote for spare network switches
- ePlus APC equipment quote
- Gordian APC installation quote
Education Committee and Supplementary Regular Board Meeting 8:00 PM
The Lower Merion School District Education Committee met on February 10, 2020, to review a presentation on Math 8 Advancement. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the Pledge of Allegiance and audience recognition. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.
- Presentation on Math 8 Advancement by Dr. Scott Eveslage
Policy Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Policy Committee met on February 7, 2020, to review policies scheduled for the next Business Meeting. The agenda included five policies for second reading and six for first reading, including the repeal of two specific policies. No administrative regulations were slated for review, and the committee noted it reserves the right to determine which policies move forward.
- Second reading scheduled for Policy 215 (Promotion, Acceleration and Retention), Policy 901 (Community Relations Objectives), Policy 904 (Public Attendance at School Events), Policy 906 (Addressing Complaints), and Policy 908 (Volunteers).
- First reading scheduled for Policy 907 (Visitors to School District Buildings), Policy 918 (Lower Merion Academy Advisory Committee - FOR REPEAL), Policy 920 (Distribution of Promotional Information), Policy 921 (Search of Non-Student Automobiles - FOR REPEAL), Policy 810 (Student Transportation), and Policy 206 (Assignment of Students).
- Discussion items include Policy 002 (School Board Organization), Policy 257 (Title I Parent/Family Member Engagement), and Policy 919 (School Involvement with Charitable Activities - FOR REPEAL).
- Future discussion items include Policy 916 (Booster Clubs), AR-206-1 (Attendance Areas), Policy 802 (School Organization), 300/400/500 Policies, and a TBD Equity Policy.
- Policies referred to the Strategic Plan Committee include Policy 132 (Homework), Policy 133 (Academic Class Rank), Policy 212 (Reporting Pupil Progress), Policy 213 (Grading), Policy 217 (Graduation Requirements), and Policy 235 (Student Rights and Responsibilities).
Curriculum Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to discuss course and textbook proposals, including a French resources adoption, and to receive updates on the 5-8 Committee and a presentation on the Grade 8 Summer Bridge math program. The agenda also includes contract review and future meeting topics. All items are listed as information items, indicating discussion rather than final decisions.
- French textbook adoption proposal by Allison Mellet and Shannon Davis
- 5-8 Committee update by Scott Eveslage
- Math Advancement: Grade 8 Summer Bridge presentation by Jason Lilly
- Next meeting scheduled for March 3, 2020
Facilities and Purchasing Committee Meeting - 8:30 AM
The Lower Merion School District Facilities and Purchasing Committee will meet to review the list of bills, district contracts, and a purchasing report. The agenda also includes discussions of several contract amendments and proposals, plus an update on the new middle school at 1860 W. Montgomery Avenue. All items are listed as discussion or information; no votes are scheduled.
- Review of list of bills and district contracts
- Right at School Fourth Amendment to Agreement, Summer 2020
- CenturyLink 3-year proposal for Lower Merion High School
- Element Environmental Solutions First Amendment for 1860 W. Montgomery
- Chester Valley Engineers Third Amendment and professional services for PWES