Penn-Harrisburg School District, PA

August 19, 2026 - Regular Public Voting Meeting (AMENDED AGENDA)

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a regular public voting meeting on August 19, 2026, at Linton Middle School. The board will consider consent agenda items including school finance resolutions (bill payments, transfers, bids) and curriculum resolutions (contracts, licenses, and program approvals). Public comments are invited.

• Transfer $2,500,000 from General Fund to Capital Fund for capital improvement projects
• Approve acceptance of bids for two X-ray baggage screening systems (re-bid, contingent on Aug 25 opening)
• Approve HARIE Safety Improvement Grant application for up to $15,000 for two X-ray machines
• Ratify/approve bills: June General Fund $2,824,623.73; July $2,592,570.01; Food Service June $134,310.87, July $235,678.66; Capital Reserve June $33,341.86, July $112,104.38
• Approve curriculum renewals: Imagine Learning Math K-8 ($40,005), Wit & Wisdom K-8 ($46,457.38), OpenSciEd 6-8 ($12,551.77)

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of numerous personnel actions, including hires, leaves, resignations, and transfers for instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security staff. The committee will also consider final approval of several board policies, a change order for adding doors to the access control system at Linton Middle School, and other routine items. These recommendations will be forwarded to the full board for a public voting meeting on August 19, 2026.

• Hire Ashley Becker as New Directions Counselor at $55,549/yr and Mikayla Miller as Mid-Level Science Teacher at $51,899/yr
• Approve $6,878 change order to add two doors to Access Control System at Linton Middle School
• Final policy reads: Charter Schools (140), Transportation (810), Dress and Grooming (221, 325), Volunteers (916); first read: Electronic Devices (237)
• Security personnel changes: Damian Goods promoted to Lead Security at $30/hr; Isaiah Wright hired as substitute guard at $20/hr
• Resignations include teachers Andrew Coleman, Mary Connell, Alba Laird; non-instructional staff Riley Bair, Danielle Gibson, Karley Cichinelli, Barbara Donnelly

The HR/Policy Committee reviewed and moved to the board agenda several consent items, including ratification of instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel, as well as volunteers, supplemental assignments, and other routine actions. The committee also discussed staffing vacancies, with about 12 paraprofessional, 5 security, 4 food service, and 1 plumber positions open, and noted ongoing hiring efforts. Policy updates were presented, including third readings for several policies and a first read of Policy 237 on electronic devices, with proposed changes to align academic eligibility for extracurricular activities. A change order for two doors at Linton Middle School was also moved to the agenda.

• Moved instructional personnel ratification to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved non-instructional personnel ratification to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved plant personnel ratification to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved food service personnel ratification to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved security personnel ratification to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved athletic/activity volunteer approvals to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved athletic/activity supplemental resignations/assignments to 8/19/2026 board agenda
• Moved change order for two doors at Linton Middle School ($6,878) to board agenda

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee is meeting to review monthly financial reports and vote on several resolutions, including a $2.5 million transfer to the capital account, purchase of x-ray baggage scanners, a safety grant application, and a settlement with Manchester Academic Charter School. Discussion items include a transportation credit and an energy credit contract.

• Approve $2,500,000 transfer from General Fund to Capital Account for capital projects
• Approve purchase of x-ray baggage scanners (re-bid opening Aug 25, 2026)
• Apply for HARIE Safety Grant to offset up to $15,000 of x-ray machine costs
• Accept settlement agreement with Manchester Academic Charter School for 2023-2024 payment issues
• Discuss Krise Transportation credit of $124,200 for unbilled routes

The finance committee accepted the June 17, 2026 minutes and discussed monthly reports, noting payroll issues due to Oracle system difficulties. The committee approved a $2,500,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Account for repairs and upgrades at Linton Middle School. Other items, including a PASBO conference, X-ray baggage machine purchase, HARIE Safety Grant application, Vector Solutions renewal, and a settlement agreement with Manchester Academic Charter School, were listed for board approval or ratification. The committee also noted a $124,500 credit from Krise Transportation and discussed a Tier II Alternative Energy Credit contract with Constellation Navigator.

• Accepted June 17, 2026 finance committee minutes
• Approved $2,500,000 transfer to Capital Account from General Fund for Linton Middle School repairs
• Listed PASBO Conference March 2027 for board approval
• Listed X-Ray Baggage Machine Purchase for board approval
• Listed HARIE Safety Grant application for board approval
• Listed Vector Solutions renewal for board approval
• Listed Manchester Academic Charter School Settlement Agreement for board approval

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The Athletic Advisory Committee will vote on accepting minutes from June 10, 2026, and on approving grants, donations, and fundraisers. The main action items are approving resolutions and a list of 2026-2027 fall athletic supplemental staff assignments with stipends, as well as athletic/activity volunteers. The committee will also discuss new initiatives including NCAA eligibility tracking, logo options, and facility projects.

• Approval of 2026-2027 fall coaching stipends, including Daniel Mason as Interim Head Football Coach ($9,518.81) and Robert Cash as Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach ($7,969.23)
• Discussion of new Penn Hills Athletic logo options (feather, star, spear, Phamily)
• New initiative: Honest Game program to track NCAA core course eligibility for students
• Upcoming events: Homecoming 9/25 vs North Hills, Middle School Physicals 8/19 & 8/26
• Discussion of facility projects: projector installation schedules, WT room space, volleyball padding, and wrestling

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will consider several technology contracts and building projects. Items include renewing Xello software for $9,146, purchasing a behavior module for $1,670, and ratifying a $639,264.97 purchase of Aruba switches for all three buildings. The committee will also discuss a new PSFIG grant application for up to $5 million to fund roof repairs, HVAC units, and asbestos abatement at Linton Middle School.

• Ratification of $639,264.97 for Aruba Switches for all three buildings, with most cost refunded through E-Rate
• Renewal of Xello software for $9,146 for the 2026-27 school year
• Ratification of $33,513.20 for Canvas learning platform through Instructure
• Ratification of $47,455.00 for FASTSIGNS mesh fence windscreen, door/window coverings, and vinyl wall covering
• Discussion of new PSFIG grant application for up to $5 million for Linton Middle School roof, HVAC, and asbestos abatement

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda August 5, 2026

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee will consider renewing contracts for Imagine Learning, Great Minds, and Activate Learning digital licenses for K-8 students, totaling over $101,000. The committee will also vote on a $76,000 renewal of the Minority Pre-Nursing Institute at the high school and a new contract with Pittsburgh Mercy for school-based outpatient services at $5,312.50 per month. Discussion items include the AHN Chill Mobile at Linton and the use of IDEA funding for early intervention services.

• Renewal of Imagine Learning Mathematics Digital Access Grades K-8 for 26-27 at $40,005.00
• Renewal of Great Minds for Wit & Wisdom Digital Access Grades K-8 for 26-27 at $46,457.38
• Renewal of Activate Learning Licenses for OpenSciEd Grades 6-8 for 26-27 at $14,766.80
• Renewal of Minority Pre-Nursing Institute at the High School for 2026-2027 at $76,000.00
• Renewal of contract with Pittsburgh Mercy as School-Based Outpatient provider at $5,312.50 per month

August 5, 2026 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special voting meeting to approve a resolution seeking an additional $5 million in state grant funding for the Linton Middle School renovation project. The board will also vote on hiring more than 20 instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel for the upcoming school year.

• Authorized Official Resolution for Linton PSFIG 2026 Grant: $5,000,000 additional state funding for Linton renovation
• Employment of 12 instructional personnel (salaries $51,899–$65,249/yr) and 5 temporary teaching assignments ($51,899–$79,349/yr)
• Employment of 6 non-instructional staff ($17.53–$30/hr) and a Workforce Development Coordinator ($75,000/yr prorated)
• Employment of 2 plant personnel ($15/hr) and 1 food service worker ($18.09/hr)
• Bids/transfers of 3 security personnel ($20–$22/hr)

June 24, 2026 - Regular Public Voting Meeting/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will vote on adopting the 2026-2027 final budget of $109,851,438 and a final tax levy of 32.5965 mills (an increase of one mill). The board will also discuss and vote on several financial resolutions including payment of bills, insurance proposals, a collective bargaining agreement, and an electric supply agreement. Public comments are invited on the budget and tax levy items.

• Adoption of 2026-2027 final budget totaling $109,851,438
• Final tax levy set at 32.5965 mills (1 mill increase from prior year)
• Approval of $600,176 in insurance proposals for 2026-2027 school year
• Professional services agreement with Dr. Wayne McCullough for pupil transportation at $175/hour
• 40-month electric supply agreement with Freepoint Energy Solutions, estimated annual savings of $118,255

The Board approved the 2026-2027 final budget and a final tax levy of 32.5965 mills. Several school finance items were approved, including insurance proposals, a transportation services agreement, and charter school settlements.

• Adopted 2026-2027 Final Budget of $109,851,438 (8-0)
• Adopted final tax levy of 32.5965 mills, an increase of one mill (8-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 insurance proposals totaling $611,392 (Consent)
• Approved 40-month electric supply agreement with Freepoint Energy Solutions (Consent)
• Approved $155,825.17 settlement with Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship (Consent)
• Approved $11,862.18 settlement with Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School (Consent)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Dr. Wayne McCullough at $175/hour (Consent)
• Approved $4,000 stipend for Travis Reynolds to oversee Student Technology Team (Consent)

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee will vote on consent items for the June 24 public meeting, including ratification of instructional and non-instructional personnel actions, approval of district volunteers, and approval of athletic/activity supplemental resignations and assignments for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years.

• Hire of teacher Amy Fedorski at $59,749/year (Master's, Step 5) effective 8/12/2026
• Resignation of teacher Sophia Rankin (SRH) effective 6/8/2026
• Employment of plant substitute Cadence Zahorchak at $15/hr effective 6/3/2026
• Supplemental resignations: Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach ($2,998.13), Softball Varsity Head Coach ($5,146.80), and others effective 6/8/2026
• Supplemental assignments for 2026-27 totaling dozens of stipends (e.g., Yearbook Advisor $3,488.82, Marching Band Director $3,127.90)

The committee reviewed and moved several items to the June 24 public voting meeting, including personnel ratifications, supplemental assignments, and five policy updates. The committee also discussed staffing vacancies in English Language Arts and proposed software renewals.

• Acknowledged minutes from 5/13/2026 meeting
• Moved ratification of instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved approval of athletic/activity volunteers and supplemental assignments to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved second readings of Policies 140, 810, 221, 325, and 916 to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved approval of PowerSchool TalentEd 1-year renewal ($5,533.58) to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved approval of Point Park University 5-year affiliation agreement to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved approval of Honest Game Software and Services 2-year contract ($15,000) to the 6/24 agenda
• Moved approval of field trips, student teachers, and donations to the 6/24 agenda

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will consider and likely vote on adopting the final 2026-2027 budget and tax levy, along with several other financial and operational items. Discussion items include approval of an insurance renewal, electric supply agreement, labor contract ratification, and settlement payments to charter schools. Monthly financial reports are also scheduled for review.

• Motion to adopt final budget and tax levy for 2026-2027
• Approve Liberty Mutual insurance renewal at $600,176 for 2026-2027
• Approve 40-month electric supply agreement with Freepoint Energy Solutions at 7.086 cents/kWh
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with Plant Services Union AFSCME Local 1314
• Approve settlement agreements with Urban Academy ($11,862) and Penn Hills Charter School ($155,824)

The Finance Committee reviewed several expenditure requests, including insurance renewals, energy agreements, and charter school settlements. All substantive motions were moved to voting rather than decided during the meeting.

• Moved to voting: Final Tax Levy adoption
• Moved to voting: Final Budget adoption
• Moved to voting: Homestead & Farmstead Exclusion Resolution
• Moved to voting: Liberty Mutual renewal for 2026-2027 at $600,76.00
• Moved to voting: 40-month electric supply agreement with Freepoint Energy Solutions
• Moved to voting: Settlement with Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh for $11,862.18
• Moved to voting: Settlement with Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship for $155,824.17
• Moved to voting: $4,000 student technology stipend for Travis Reynolds

June 10, 2026 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting to ratify personnel items and adopt board resolutions. The meeting follows standard procedural steps including roll call, public comments, and adjournment. No substantive policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Ratify employment of Dr. Jah-Chant Robinson as Principal at $140,000/year
• Ratify employment of Dr. Licia Lentz as Supervisor of Instruction & Innovation at $120,000/year
• Approve Dan Mason as Interim Head Football Coach at $9,518.81
• Motion to adopt board resolution items presented
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Board held a special public voting meeting to adopt board resolution items and ratify personnel recommendations. Most items were approved by a vote of eight in favor and zero against, despite individual negative votes on specific personnel lines.

• Approved Board Resolution items (8-0)
• Ratified/Approved Personnel items (8-0)

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda & Minutes June 10, 2026

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee met on June 10, 2026, to discuss and recommend several items for full board approval on June 24. These include accepting a $500 grant for kindergarten transition, renewing multiple contracts for student services and special education, and approving curriculum purchases such as $32,000 in reading materials for elementary grades. The committee also received a presentation on a Special Education Compliance Monitoring audit and discussed dashboards for student services, special education, and curriculum.

• First Amendment to AIU SEEKS Opioid Grant adding $50,000
• Purchase of UFLI reading materials for K-2 not to exceed $32,000
• Creation of a new Think Tank Program
• Special Education CMCI Audit Overview presentation
• Renewal of Allegheny Children's Initiative for Student Assistance Program (SAP) services

The committee approved the ratification of additional ESY staff and moved numerous contracts and grants to the board agenda for final approval. These include a $500 Kindergarten transition grant, various special education service agreements, and the creation of a 'Think Tank' program.

• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved and ratified additional ESY staff for 2026 Summer Program
• Moved $500 Hi5 Transition Grant to board agenda
• Moved renewal of Allegheny Children's Initiative and MAP contract to board agenda
• Moved $50,000 AIU SEEKS Opioid Grant amendment to board agenda
• Moved special education agreements with Goodwill, Holy Family, and IEP Writer to board agenda
• Moved creation of Think Tank Program and UFLI Reading materials purchase to board agenda
• Approved sending letters of interest to Linton students for the Play, Learn and Lead Academy

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing performance and ticket sales for spring sports and discussing coaching assignments. The body is deciding on the acceptance of a fundraiser and the approval of several athletic staff resignations and assignments.

• Approval of Dan Mason as Interim Head Football Coach
• Acceptance of Pizza Hut Fundraiser for Girls Basketball
• Review of Spring 2025-2026 Volleyball ticket sales totaling $994
• Resignations of Charles Bradley, Joe Rash, and Charles Morris
• Discussion of starting a Middle School Baseball team at Friendship Park

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will vote on recommending several technology contract renewals for the 2026-2027 school year, including Renaissance Learning ($60,116.40), FMX ($10,935.04), Adobe ($4,945), and others. They will also discuss summer building projects at Linton Middle School and approve floor maintenance purchases totaling over $24,500.

• Renaissance Learning renewal for Flocabulary, Nearpod, and Star subscriptions: $60,116.40
• FMX work order management system renewal: $10,935.04
• Adobe licensing renewal: $4,945.00
• Purchase of floor scrubber for Linton Middle School: $13,999
• District-wide signage update project discussion

The committee approved six technology contracts and renewals totaling over $96,000. It also approved the purchase of a floor scrubber and ratified a purchase for floor finish. All approved items were moved to the board agenda.

• Approved FMX annual subscription renewal for $10,935.04
• Approved Renaissance Learning renewal for $60,116.40
• Approved Adobe 1-year licensing renewal for $4,945.00
• Approved Rise Vision 1-year subscription renewal for $3,897.00
• Approved payment of future invoices between June 25 and August 19, 2026
• Approved Learning A-Z Raz renewal for $20,903.00
• Ratified $10,530 purchase of floor finish from DeSantis Solutions
• Approved $13,999 purchase of a floor scrubber from DeSantis Solutions

May 27, 2026 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors is voting on a proposed final budget of $109,851,382 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, along with a series of finance and curriculum resolutions. The board will also ratify $3.87 million in bills across funds, approve closure of the PSDLAF transitional loan account, and set adult meal prices. Several contracts and service agreements for transportation, consulting, and insurance are up for renewal.

• Adoption of proposed 2026-2027 final budget of $109,851,382
• Ratification of $3,434,204.86 in General Fund bills, $146,356.47 in Food Service Fund, and $289,660.97 in Capital Reserve
• Approve increase of adult breakfast to $3.04 and adult lunch to $5.03 for 2026-2027
• Renewal of alternative transportation services agreement with First Student for one year (July 2026–June 2027)
• Renew appointment of Hawley Consulting Group at cost not to exceed $5,400 for GASB 75 compliance

The Board approved a proposed final budget of $109,851,382 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Other approved actions included increasing adult meal prices and renewing several service contracts. The Board also ratified the payment of bills and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Adopted proposed 2026-2027 final budget of $109,851,382 (5-0)
• Increased adult breakfast from $2.40 to $3.04 and adult lunch from $4.85 to $5.03 (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 FRCTC Operating and Administrative Budgets at $5,624.00 per student (5-0)
• Renewed alternative transportation services agreement with First Student for one year (5-0)
• Approved AIU Comprehensive Services Agreement and Special Education Addendum 2026-2027 (5-0)
• Renewed Hawley Consulting Group for retiree health cost valuation, not to exceed $5,400.00 (5-0)
• Renewed Excalibur Insurance Management as Workman's Compensation broker (5-0)
• Approved closure of PSDLAF Transitional Loan Fund bank account (5-0)

May 20, 2026 - SPECIAL Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special voting meeting to fill the board vacancy left by Monica Colbert, approve the hiring of a Supervisor of Instructional Innovation at $93,000, and accept resignations of two football coaches. Public comments will be heard.

• Motion to fill the vacant term of Monica Colbert, with oath of office within 10 days
• Approve employment of Erik Meredith as Supervisor of Instructional Innovation at $93,000 (prorated)
• Accept resignation of Charles Morris as Head Football Coach (effective 5/14/26)
• Accept resignation of Joseph Rash as Assistant Football Coach (effective 5/15/26)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Board appointed Josephy Capozoli to fill the vacant term previously held by Monica Colbert. The Board also approved a series of non-instructional personnel items and athletic/activity supplemental resignations.

• Appointed Josephy Capozoli to fill vacant board term (3-2)
• Approved Board Resolutions - Other Items, including non-instructional personnel items and supplemental resignations (5-0)

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will recommend approval of multiple technology contracts and renewals, including a $74,927 Microsoft licensing payment and several annual software renewals. The committee will also discuss facilities updates, including the cancellation of the PHE library wall project after bids came in at $229,600, and consider proposals for generator maintenance and server room HVAC replacement.

• Ratification of year 3 of Microsoft 5-year licensing agreement at $74,927.20
• Cancellation of PHE library wall project after bid of $229,600 (plus electrical)
• 5-year renewal of Alcatel Lucent software support at $2,246.84/year
• Renewal of Minga Hall Pass Bundle for all three buildings at $7,439
• Approval of 3-year generator service agreement with Cummins at $6,305.07

The committee approved several technology renewals and facility contracts to be moved to the board agenda. Members also ratified expenditures for UPS batteries and cleaning supplies. The board decided not to proceed with the PHE library wall project due to costs.

• Approved $670 Pittsburgh Technology Council membership
• Approved $2,246.84 Dagostino-Alcatel Lucent software renewal
• Approved $5,900 Board Docs renewal
• Approved $7,439 Minga Hall Pass renewal
• Approved unpaid summer IT internship for Joseph Dougherty
• Approved $1,500 SWIS License renewal
• Ratified $2,189.25 Raptor Visitor Management fee
• Ratified $74,927.20 Microsoft Licensing payment

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda & Minutes May 20, 2026

The Curriculum Committee will vote on multiple contracts and resolutions for board approval, including renewal of the Restorative Practice Coordinator and a Mental Health Interventionist funded by a PCCD grant. They will also discuss summer tutoring, a memorial bench, and student dashboards. Special education contracts with Adelphoi, Merakey, Cares of Western PA, and New Story are up for renewal. The committee will consider a Flexible Instruction Day application and acceptance of 450 books from United Way.

• Renewal of Restorative Practice Coordinator agreement with Cyndi Perlow Bachner for 2026-2027 funded by PCCD Grant
• Mental Health Interventionist agreement with Carter Carles for one year ending June 30, 2027, funded by PCCD Grant
• Renewal of Adelphoi Education Services contract for special education programs 2026-2027
• Flexible Instruction Day (FID) application for three-year period 2026-2029
• Acceptance of 450 new books from United Way Big Book Drop for Title I Family Engagement

The committee approved the April 22, 2026 meeting minutes. Several contracts for pupil services, special education, and curriculum were agreed to be moved to the board agenda for final approval on May 27, 2026.

• Approved April 22, 2026 meeting minutes
• Moved Restorative Practice Coordinator and Mental Health Interventionist agreements to board agenda
• Moved 2026 Summer Supplemental Assignments to board agenda
• Moved 2026 Elementary Summer Tutoring to board agenda
• Moved special education contracts for Adelphoi, Merakey, Cares of Western PA, and New Story to board agenda
• Moved ESY Staff for 2026 Summer Program to board agenda
• Moved acceptance of 450 books from United Way Big Book Drop to board agenda
• Moved FID Application, AIU ESL agreement, AIU Title III MOU, and 2026-2027 assessment tests to board agenda

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will review the proposed 2026-2027 budget and several contract renewals, with most items expected to move to a voting meeting. Discussions include mandated adult meal price increases, transportation and consulting contracts, and closure of a transitional loan fund. Financial dashboards and the treasurer's report will also be presented.

• 2026-2027 Proposed Budget discussed for potential vote
• Renewal of FirstAlt alternative transportation contract for 2026-2027
• Mandated adult breakfast price increase to $3.04 and adult lunch to $5.03
• Renew AIU MarCom contract at $55,161.60 (4% increase due to healthcare costs)
• Renew Hawley Consulting Group GASB 75 valuation at $5,400 (3.8% increase)

The Finance Committee reviewed the 2026-2027 proposed budget and several service contracts. All items listed as 'Move to Voting' were referred for final action. No final votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Moved 2026-2027 Proposed Budget (including 1 mil increase) to voting
• Moved Forbes CTC Budget Summary and Ballot to voting
• Moved closure of PSDLAF Transitional Loan Funds account to voting
• Moved FirstAlt alternative transportation contract renewal to voting
• Moved adult meal price increases ($3.04 breakfast, $5.03 lunch) to voting
• Moved AIU MarCom contract renewal ($55,161.60) to voting
• Moved Hawley Consulting Group contract renewal ($5,400.00) to voting
• Moved Excalibur Workman's Compensation Insurance renewal to voting

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee is recommending approval of instructional, non-instructional, and food service personnel actions including hires, leaves, and resignations for the May 27 public voting meeting. The committee also will conduct first readings of new or revised policies on charter schools, transportation, dress and grooming, and volunteers. Donations for a wellness fair raffle and affiliation agreements with Chatham and Temple universities are up for approval.

• Hiring of Camren Neal as Special Education teacher at $55,549 (Temporary Professional Contract)
• Resignation of teacher Shari Serena under Retirement Incentive Program
• First readings of Policy 140 (Charter Schools), Policy 810 (Transportation), Policy 221/325 (Dress and Grooming)
• Donations for Wellness Fair raffle: iPad from AFLAC, $150 gift card from Gorjana Jewelry, and others
• Approval of affiliation agreements with Chatham University (beginning Jan 1, 2026) and Temple University (beginning May 27, 2026)

The committee reviewed several personnel ratifications and policy updates, including revisions to dress and grooming codes and volunteer requirements. All action items were moved to the agenda for the May 27 public voting meeting. The committee also discussed current staffing vacancies and recruitment efforts for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Moved ratification of instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved ratification of district volunteers to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved approval of athletic/activity supplemental assignments to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved approval of policies 236.1 (Threat Assessment) and 204 (Attendance) to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved updates to policies 140 (Charter Schools) and 810 (Transportation) to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved revisions to policies 221 and 325 (Dress and Grooming) to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved update to policy 916 (Volunteers) to the 5/27 agenda
• Moved approval of Chatham University and Temple University affiliation agreements to the 5/27 agenda

April 29, 2026 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Board will review financial reports and vote on payments from the General Fund, Food Service Fund, and Capital Reserve Account. The meeting includes decisions on insurance rate increases and professional service agreements.

• Ratification of bills totaling $3,750,676.14 (General Fund), $77,516.40 (Food Service Fund), and $31,002.60 (Capital Reserve Account)
• Acknowledgement of 2026-2027 insurance rate increases: 14% for Cigna Dental and 10% for MetLife life insurance
• Payment of $18,729.63 for Pennsylvania School Boards Association annual membership and dues
• Agreement with Weister Educational & Behavioral Consulting, LLC for student evaluation services not to exceed $4,500.00
• Approval of PJM’s Electricity Demand Response Program to reduce peak electricity demand

The Board approved several finance and curriculum items, including a purchase of 120 MacBook Air computers and a professional learning package. Other actions included renewing academic partnerships with La Roche University and the University of Pittsburgh, and approving a $18,000 MOU for the Pre-K Counts Program.

• Approved purchase of 120 Apple MacBook Air computers and learning package for $132,980.00 (6-0)
• Approved $18,729.63 for PSBA Annual Membership and Dues (6-0)
• Approved independent educational evaluation agreement with Weister Educational & Behavioral Consulting, LLC not to exceed $4,500.00 (6-0)
• Approved MOU with Private Industry Council for Pre-K Counts Program for $18,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved 1-year renewals for La Roche University Concurrent Enrollment and University of Pittsburgh Dual Credit agreements (6-0)
• Approved participation in PJM’s Electricity Demand Response Program (6-0)
• Approved 1-year renewal for PA School-Based ACCESS Program (SBAP) (6-0)
• Approved March 25, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes April 22, 2026

The committee is deciding on staffing for the 2025-2026 ESY Summer Program and renewing several academic agreements for the 2026-2027 school year. Members are also reviewing end-of-year data presentations from building principals and discussing student services dashboards.

• Renewal of Pre-K Counts Program MOU with Private Industry Council for $18,000
• AIU Waterfront Learning summer 2026 credit recovery at $275.00 per course to the student
• Renewal of concurrent enrollment and dual credit agreements with La Roche University and University of Pittsburgh
• Approval of staffing numbers for the 25-26 ESY Summer Program
• Approval for six staff members to attend the VILS Leader Summit in Chicago, IL

The committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. Several items, including special education staffing, professional conferences, field trips, and academic contracts, were agreed to be moved to the April 29 board agenda for final approval.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Moved ESY Summer 2025-2026 staffing and AIU IDEA-Part B agreement to board agenda
• Moved VILS Leader Summit and AP World History conference attendance to board agenda
• Moved field trips to New Hazlett Center ($653.75) and Empire Beauty School/P Styles ($435.00) to board agenda
• Moved AIU Summer 2026 Credit Recovery renewal to board agenda
• Moved La Roche University and University of Pittsburgh enrollment agreements to board agenda
• Moved Pre-K Counts Program MOU with Private Industry Council ($18,000 payment to district) to board agenda

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend approval of numerous personnel actions (instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, security staff) and policy updates. Key policy items include third and final reads of School Security Personnel (Policy 805.2) and Weapons (Policy 218.1), a second read of a new Threat Assessment Policy (236.1), and a second read of Attendance Policy 204. The committee also considers summer service employees, donations/grants, and staffing updates.

• Third/final read of Policy 805.2 School Security Personnel and Policy 218.1 Weapons
• Second read of new Policy 236.1 Threat Assessment and Policy 204 Attendance
• Employment of Rebecca Powell as Assistant Business Manager at $73,000/yr and other staff hires
• Resignations/retirements of teachers Brian Randolph and Linda Scatena, and food service worker Deborah Shugats
• Acceptance of multiple donations from local businesses for a Wellness Fair

The committee reviewed staffing updates and moved several personnel ratifications and policy reads to the April 29 public voting meeting. The committee also discussed revising the district's volunteer policy to implement a tiered approach for mandated reporter training.

• Acknowledged minutes from 3/18/2026 HR/Policy Committee Meeting
• Moved ratification of instructional personnel to 4/29 agenda
• Moved ratification of non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel to 4/29 agenda
• Moved ratification of district volunteers to 4/29 agenda
• Moved approval of athletic/activity supplemental assignments to 4/29 agenda
• Moved policies 805.2, 218.1, 236.1, and 204 to 4/29 agenda
• Moved ratification of conference activities and field trips to 4/29 agenda
• Moved approval of student teachers, interns, and contracted employees to 4/29 agenda

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda

The Penn-Harrisburg School District’s Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will meet to approve technology contracts totaling over $315,000 and discuss district-wide facility updates. The meeting will also consider proposals for landscaping, athletic field repairs, and school polling locations.

• Renew Apple Professional Development and teacher devices ($2116.50 for 10 Chomp Saws)
• Renew ISCORP Skyward Hosting ($8805.00), PA Power Library ($325.00), Zoho Assist ($1458.60), and Barracuda Data Protection ($30,775.01 or $92,324.96)
• Ratify $10,125.00 contract with Cherry St. Plumbing for water line repairs at Fralic Center
• Approve $262,651.00 track resurfacing at athletic field and $366.00 recycling program setup at PHHS
• Grant permission for Allegheny County Election Office to use three schools as polling locations on May 19 and November 3, 2026

The committee approved several technology contracts, including a 3-year data protection renewal and the purchase of teacher devices. The board also approved a track resurfacing project and a new recycling program for the high school. Additionally, the board ratified a plumbing repair for the Fralic Center.

• Approved Apple Professional Development and teacher devices
• Approved ISCORP renewal for Skyward Hosting Services ($8,805.00)
• Approved PA Power Library Technology Support renewal ($325.00)
• Approved Zoho Assist Account renewal ($1,458.60)
• Approved 3-year Barracuda BBU Data Protection renewal ($92,324.96)
• Approved purchase of 10 Chomp Saws ($2,116.50)
• Ratified Cherry St. Plumbing for water line repair ($10,125.00)
• Approved track resurfacing by American Athletic Track and Turf ($262,651.00)

Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss the proposed 2026-2027 budget, review March 2026 financial reports, and vote on several items including the March bill list, participation in the PJM Demand Response program, renewal of the Access Program, and an independent educational consulting agreement not to exceed $4,500. Other discussion items include dental rates, scholarship opportunities, and Forbes CTC budget review.

• Update on 2026-2027 budget with proposed expenditures and revenues
• Bill list for March 2026 (move to voting)
• PJM's Demand Response Program through Chrislynn Energy (move to voting)
• Renew Access Program for 2026-2027 school year (move to voting)
• Independent educational agreement with Wesiter Educational & Behavioral Consulting, LLC not to exceed $4,500 (move to voting)

The committee accepted the March 18, 2026 minutes and received a report that the ESCO was paid in full. A proposed 2026-2027 budget featuring a 1 mil tax increase was presented. Several items, including Alliant Dental rates and the PSBA renewal, were moved to voting.

• Accepted March 18, 2026 minutes
• Moved Alliant Dental 2026-2027 rates (14% increase) to voting
• Moved PJM's Demand Response Program through Chrislynn Energy to voting
• Moved Access Program renewal for 2027-2027 to voting
• Moved PSBA renewal for 2026-2027 to voting

March 25, 2026 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a regular public voting meeting on March 25, 2026, to act on a consent agenda of school finance items. Key decisions include approving the payoff of an ESCO loan (estimated $5,712,995), transferring $3,860,000 from unassigned to assigned General Fund balances, renewing the Nutrition Group food services contract, and approving transportation agreements with KidzRide and First Student. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent and student representatives.

• Approve payoff of ESCO loan from Assigned Fund Balance before May 2026; estimated net payoff $5,712,995, daily interest $841.82
• Transfer $3,860,000 from unassigned to assigned General Fund: $1,000,000 for Technology, $1,860,000 for Salary & Healthcare, $1,000,000 for Charter Schools
• Renew Nutrition Group to provide food services for 2026-2027 at PH Elementary, Linton Middle, and PH High School; breakfast and lunch at no cost to students under CEP
• Approve participation in AIU3 Fuel Consortium: purchase 60,000 gallons diesel and 48,000 gallons gasoline for 2026-2027
• Approve transportation agreements: rideshare with KidzRide LLC for supplemental services, and First Student for remainder of 2025-2026 to reduce bus costs

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee will recommend approval of dozens of instructional and non-instructional personnel actions (hires, leaves, resignations) and a second read of policies on school security and weapons, a first read of a new threat assessment policy (236.1), and a first read of an attendance policy update for the March 25 public voting meeting. Also discussed: a staffing update, a field trip to a mental health convention, and donations.

• Second reading of Policy 805.2 (School Security Personnel) and Policy 218.1 (Weapons)
• First reading of new Policy 236.1 (Threat Assessment) and Policy 204 (Attendance)
• Ratification of instructional personnel hires including Teria Williams ($50,799/yr) and Stephanie Snyder ($57,799/yr)
• Employment of non-instructional personnel including Amber Pace ($32,990.73/yr) and Joseph McKibben ($17.53/hr)
• Field trip for 20 HS students to Western PA Black Youth Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Convention ($683.75)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will meet to hear reports from the Arts and Transportation committees, approve minutes, and review monthly financial reports. They will discuss the 2026-2027 budget update and consider multiple items for voting, including paying off the ESCO loan, selecting transportation providers, accepting the single audit, renewing contracts, and approving healthcare rates for the next school year.

• Discussion of 2026-2027 budget update
• Vote on ESCO loan payoff
• Vote on transportation contracts with KidzRide and First Student
• Vote on single audit for 2024-2025 school year
• Vote on AIU fuel consortium costs for 2026-2027

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will discuss and recommend action on several technology contract renewals for the 2026-2027 school year, including Boxcast, Desmos Math, and Frontline Time and Attendance. They will also consider ratifying a contract with H.F. Lenz Engineering for the Penn-Harris Elementary library renovation. Updates on various building projects and a memorandum of understanding revision are also on the agenda.

• Renew Boxcast scoreboard overlays and streaming subscription for 26-27 at $3,588 plus ~$50/month archived storage
• Renew Desmos Math for $3,750 for the 2026-2026 school year
• Renew Frontline Time and Attendance for $14,923.89 for unlimited internal usage
• Ratify hiring H.F. Lenz Engineering for PHE library wall and workspace project at $10,700 from Capitol Budget
• Ratify reflex + Frax licensing for elementary school at $4,315.50 for 26-27 school year

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to approve athletic coaching assignments and fundraising requests. Members will discuss a potential football prospect camp and the impact of HB 41 on school competition classifications.

• Varsity Football crowdfunding request via Blast Fundraising from May 1 to June 1
• Supplemental assignment for David Hogan Jr. as Girls Jr. High Track Asst Coach for $2,717.28
• Volunteer track coach assignments for Ila Williams, Dennis Logan, and Kellen Tropeck
• Discussion on waiving rental fees for a West Liberty University Satellite Football Prospect camp on May 27, 2026
• Discussion on potential Riverview Co-ops for swimming and girls tennis