Penn-Harrisburg School District public meetings in 2024

December 4, 2024 - Reorganization Meeting/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect a temporary chairperson, then a president and vice president for 2025. The meeting follows procedures under the Public School Code. No other business or policy items are on the agenda.

• Election of temporary chairperson from among the nine board members
• Election of board president for 2025
• Election of board vice president for 2025
• Next board meeting scheduled for January 29, 2025

November 26, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will vote on several financial and operational items at its regular public meeting, including a $1.19 million allocation from the Tax Equity Supplement Act 55 for debt service reduction and a three-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for a bus-tracking app. The board will also ratify bills totaling over $5.8 million across multiple funds, approve a snow removal contract, and authorize new cell phone and push-to-talk services from AT&T FirstNet. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes, conference travel, and a change order for a pool water valve repair.

• Allocation of $1,191,686.46 from Tax Equity Supplement Act 55 (Ready to Learn Block) for debt service reduction, held until 2025-2026
• Three-year SaaS agreement with Tyler Technologies for Ride K-12 parent app with GPS tracking: first-year cost $90,465, subsequent years $14,175 annually
• Ratification of bills: General Fund $4,476,629.87 (checks #500436–#500742), Food Service $255,356.02, Capital Reserve $1,123,708.21
• Approval of snow removal services from Vigliotti Landscaping for 2024-2025 school year (General Fund)
• Approval of AT&T FirstNet services: 25 cell phones at $763/month plus $90.71 hardware; 77 push-to-talk devices at $1,463/month plus $4,225.73 hardware

November 19, 2024 - Capital Improvements Informational Meeting

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors holds an informational meeting to discuss the Capital Improvements Plan, covering completed projects, active and planned projects, a natatorium update, state grants, energy savings projects, cash flow, and future projects. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is for information sharing.

• Completed projects overview
• Active and planned projects review
• Natatorium update
• PDE & DCED grants discussion
• ESCO project review

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee meets to approve multiple personnel actions (instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, security) and consider a large slate of policy readings, including first readings on bullying, hazing, dating violence, and emergency preparedness. Also on the agenda: approval of field trips, donations, and a crowdfunding request.

• Ratify instructional personnel items including leaves, tenure for Ashley Bodnar (salary step 3, $? not specified), and resignations of Souriya Vang and Kansas Klock
• Approve non-instructional hires: Megan Stevens (SVA, $15.96/hr), Chalin Giles (CMP, $38,316.10/yr prorated), and security substitutes Ibrahim Green ($22/hr) and Deontae Robertson ($20/hr)
• Approve field trip for HS students to Cinemark Movie Theater (not to exceed $4,200) and Science class to Seton Hill ($353)
• Accept $2,000 from Penn Hills Education Foundation for Fralic Center artwork and $500 for HS student-athlete food pantry
• Consider 1st readings of policies on Bullying/Cyberbullying, Hazing, Dating Violence, Pregnant/Parenting/Married Students, Educator Misconduct, and 20+ other policy updates

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing monthly financial reports and several expenditure requests. The body will discuss a resolution for a Tax Equity Supplement and various operational contracts and repairs.

• Tax Equity Supplement Ready to Learn Block resolution for $1,191,686.46
• Tablet leases: $76,290 for one-time fees and tablets and $14,175 annually for cellular service
• Flooring project at Penn Hills Elementary School
• Change order for leaking water valve repair at 154 Linton
• Payment permission for District List of Bills from November 26, 2024 to January 29, 2025

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing several technology contracts and facility maintenance proposals. Key discussions include extensive renovations at Linton Middle School and safety inspections for athletic and theatrical equipment.

• Proposed $4,311,111 for Linton Middle School Phase #2 repairs, including HVAC, fire alarms, and flooring
• Proposed $360,574 for permanent renovation of the Linton small pool via Arcon Contracting
• Change orders for Linton large pool: $32,573 for drains and $14,445 for a safety wall
• Annual theatrical equipment inspections for PHHS and Linton Middle School for $5,110
• Renewal of Happyfox helpdesk subscription for $6,375.60

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda & Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee met on November 12, 2024, to review and recommend approval of several contracts, grants, and partnerships for future board ratification. Items include translation services, special education software, student career programs, and a university research study. No field trips or presentations were scheduled.

• Renew AIU TransPerfect Translation MOU at $120/year plus per-minute fees from General Fund
• Approve NuPaths program partnership with Harrisburg University for 15 students in 2025-2026
• Purchase IEPWriter platform for $13,693.50 (2025) and $21,058 (2026) from special education budget
• Approve WQED Film Academy Partnership at Linton Middle School for $1,880 from Title II budget
• Approve University of Pittsburgh SPACE pediatric diabetes pilot study with $1,000 district payment

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will vote on accepting minutes, approving field trips, grants, and a resolution allowing a Serra Catholic swimmer to practice with PHHS. They will also approve winter sports coach assignments and new hires, including salaries for head and assistant coaches. Discussion items include fall sports wrap-up and upcoming events.

• Approval of winter sports coaches list with salaries ranging from $1,000 to $7,737
• Fall sports ticket revenue: $17,577 from football, $1,558 from volleyball
• Field trip request: WPIAL Sportsmanship Summit for 6 students, cost of one van
• New hires: Dr. Michelle Stiller as Head Softball Coach ($4,996.89), Sharon Arce as Cheerleading Assistant ($3,000 prorated), Amber Kaefer as 7th/8th Grade Cheer Coach ($1,000)
• Resignation: Noah Hanna as Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach ($4,094.21)

October 30, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold its regular public voting meeting on October 30, 2024, at Linton Middle School Media Center. The board will consider approving minutes from prior meetings, ratifying payments totaling $3.9M, and voting on several budget transfers and fund establishments totaling nearly $5M for capital projects, technology, and security training.

• Ratify $3,879,525.35 in payments from General Fund (Checks #500245–#500435)
• Approve $2,000,000 transfer from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund
• Authorize $1,000,000 for future technology needs from unassigned General Fund balance
• Establish Fund 39A and Fund 39B for Capital Improvement grants and ESCO project tracking
• Approve $2,100 security training contract with Responseology Consulting for 7 workers

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing monthly financial reports and discussing several fund establishments and transfers. The body is considering moving specific financial allocations and a tablet lease agreement to a voting agenda.

• Proposed transfer of $2 million from General Fund to Capital Project Fund (Fund 32)
• Proposed transfer of $1,036,588 from General Fund to Fund 40B for ESCO Debt Service
• Proposed assignment of $1 million from Unassigned General Fund for future technology needs
• Proposed tablet leases totaling $72,888.33 for 3 years
• Establishment of Fund 39A for capital improvement grants and Fund 39B for ESCO project tracking

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee of the Penn-Harrisburg School District will meet to ratify personnel actions for instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security staff. The board will also approve substitute employee rates and discuss multiple policy updates, including a second reading of the tobacco and vaping policy.

• Ratify 10 instructional staff hires including Mary Connell at $53,083
• Approve non-instructional hires including Emily Moser and Stacie Milos-Cerminara at $17.53/hr
• Ratify security personnel including Andre Turner at $27/hr and multiple substitutes at $20/hr
• Approve substitute employee rates ranging from $12/hr to $190/day
• Second reading of AR-222 Tobacco and Vaping Products policy

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will consider approval of a $3 million phase #1 HVAC upgrade at Linton Middle School, funded by a PDE Environmental Repair Grant. Other actions include renewing AdvanEdge's E-Rate bidding contract at $4,996, ratifying a $11,987 high school elevator repair, and approving purchases of security film ($6,750.95) and cafeteria tables ($9,822). The committee will also receive updates on pool repairs, kitchen renovations, snow removal quotes, and an energy savings project.

• Approve phase #1 of Linton HVAC upgrade, not to exceed $3 million from PDE Environmental Repair Grant
• Ratify high school elevator repair by Industrial Commercial Elevator at $11,987 from General Fund
• Purchase custom security perforated film for PH Elementary entrance at $6,750.95 from PCCD Meritorious Budget
• Buy five new cafeteria tables for Linton Middle School from Corbett, Inc. at $9,822 from food services fund
• Renew AdvanEdge for E-Rate bidding and processing, two-year term, fixed fee $4,996 from Technology General Fund

October 16, 2024 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors is meeting to vote on personnel and policy resolutions. The board will consider the appointment of an Associate Principal and a non-instructional personnel resignation.

• Appointment of Associate Principal for PH Elementary School at a salary of $103,500
• Resignation of Jonathan Moisey (CMP PHE) effective 10/14/24

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda & Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee will consider approving conference attendance for staff, bulk field trips, a $327 DonorsChoose grant, and several contracts for board approval, including a $15,545 IXL Learning site license and new curricula for video production and photography. A credit recovery option for seniors will be discussed.

• Approval of Jacqueline Dorsett to attend Innovative Schools Summit in Chicago at no district cost.
• Approval of $130.28 each for Ronay Austin and Ashley Smith to attend The 3R's of Social Work conference.
• Purchase of IXL Learning three-year site license for Redeemer Lutheran for $15,545 funded by carry-over Title funds.
• Approval of new Video Production and Photography curricula.
• Pilot of Pennsylvania's FireFly Student Progress Indicator benchmark assessment for 2024-2025.

September 25, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills School Board will consider approving several grants, contracts, and agreements at its September 25 regular meeting. Key items include accepting a $2,172,725 Public School Environmental Repairs Program grant for Linton Middle School, a $250,000 NFL Grassroots grant for the high school football field, and a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1314 for food service workers. The board will also vote on a 3-year lease with the YMCA for its BASE and summer programs.

• Accept $2,172,725 Public School Environmental Repairs Program grant for HVAC and flooring at Linton Middle School
• Accept $250,000 NFL Grassroots grant for PHHS football field
• Approve AFSCME Local 1314 (Food Service) collective bargaining agreement for 2024-2027
• Approve 3-year lease agreement with YMCA for BASE and summer programs at Penn Hills Elementary School
• Approve $75,000 PHSD Athletic Grant for athletics program through 2027

September 18, 2024 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting to consider and vote on HR/Policy board resolutions, including the ratification of instructional personnel resignations and new hires. The board will also hear public comments and board member comments before adjourning.

• Ratification of resignation of Lisa Somerhalder (TEA PHS) effective 9/20/2024
• Ratification of resignation of Bobbi Hammil (TEA LIN-ELA 7-8) effective 9/24/2024
• Employment of Paul Gogikar as TEA-Inclu-8th Gr at $60,939 (Masters+40, Step 8), pending paperwork
• Employment of Katelyn Lagrotteria as TEA-3rd at $48,683 (Masters, Step 1) on a temporary professional contract starting 9/23/2024
• Motion to adopt HR/Policy board resolution items as a consent agenda

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will review and likely approve monthly financial reports, a YMCA rental agreement, a food service contract, a transportation agreement, and three grants totaling $2,472,725. The meeting follows standard procedural items and will be held at Linton Middle School at 6 p.m.

• Approve PHSD Athletic Grant ($75,000)
• Approve Public School Environmental Repairs Program Grant ($2,172,725)
• Approve NFL Grassroots Grant ($250,000)
• Vote on YMCA rental agreement
• Vote on food service contract (AFSCME 24-27) and transportation agreement

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The committee is reviewing instructional and non-instructional personnel appointments, resignations, and salary adjustments. The body is also discussing updates to tobacco and vaping policies and a student teacher support agreement.

• Appointment of Michael Reposky as Dir. of Plant Services at $90,000/yr
• Appointment of Michael Montelone as Supervisor of Custodial Services at $80,000/yr
• Proposed salary for Melissa Mosco set at $98,000
• Discussion of Policy 222 regarding Tobacco Free Environment and Vaping Products
• Approval of PHEAA Participation Agreement for the PA Student Teacher Support Program

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee will discuss and vote on several technology contracts, facility updates, and contract ratifications. Key actions include approving purchases for docking stations, software renewals, security equipment, and a $73,000 kitchen renovation design contract. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing pool repairs, pest control, and chiller maintenance at various schools.

• Request to approve $73,000 design contract with Food Facilities Concepts for Linton Middle School kitchen renovations
• Request to ratify $22,600 landscaping contract with Vigliotti Landscape for Linton Library courtyard
• Request to approve $15,379.10 for audiovisual equipment from Dagostino Electronic Services
• Request to approve $11,100 for 30 Kensington docking stations for new teacher devices
• Update on ongoing pool repairs at Linton Middle School including tile, drain, electrical, and HVAC work

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee will review and vote on multiple field trip requests, training conference approvals, donations, and several contracts for board approval later in September. The meeting also includes discussion items on upcoming visits and program updates.

• Approve field trips including HBCU College Fair at PNC Park ($300 donation from Dollar General for Penn Hills Elementary)
• Renew Sound Foundations Reading Instruction Title I contract for Redeemer Lutheran
• Approve Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare contract for 24-25 school year
• Approve KeySolution Staffing Agreement for Para-Educator Support
• Approve SAP Training via UPMC paid from Title II funds

August 21, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting (Amended) Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will vote on a $6,000,000 loan resolution with First National Bank at its regular public voting meeting. Other action items include renewing contracts for the independent auditor, school physician, school dentist, and food services, as well as approving transportation and athletic insurance for the 2024–2025 school year.

• Approve $6,000,000 non-electoral debt loan resolution with First National Bank
• Reappoint Mark C. Turnley, CPA as independent auditor for 2024–2026 at escalating costs ($17,500–$18,500)
• Appoint Premier Medical Associates as school physician for 3 years at $25,000 annual retainer (no increase)
• Appoint Dr. Mark Antonucci as school dentist for 3 years at $25,000 annual retainer (no increase)
• Approve Nutrition Group to provide food services for 2024–2025 at PH Elementary, Linton Middle, and PH High School

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will discuss and vote on several items including a $6 million loan from FNB Bank, contracts for school physician, dental, transportation, and food services, and approval of auditor and student accident coverage. Monthly financial reports and minutes from the June meeting will also be reviewed.

• Approve $6 million loan from FNB Bank
• Approve Nutrition Group food service contract with meal prices: breakfast $1.95, lunch $3.40 for certain schools; adult breakfast recommended at $2.85
• Approve renewal agreement with Assist Services, LLC for transportation
• Approve school physician and dental contracts
• Approve TurneyCPA as auditor

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee will consider consent items including ratification of instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel, along with athletic volunteers and supplemental resignations/assignments. Also on the agenda are a new policy on credit for salary placement (304.1) and approval of the 2024-2025 ATSI plan for Penn Hills High School.

• New security hires: Andre Turner, Charles Green at $22/hr; Richard Faulkner at $27/hr; four unarmed substitutes at $20/hr
• New instructional hires: Farrah Hankey (HS Business Tech, $47,641) and Abigail Hinkson (PHE 3rd grade, $47,641)
• Policy 304.1 Credit for Salary Placement (new policy, 3rd read) and associated AR
• Ratification of ATSI (Additional Targeted Support and Improvement) plan for Penn Hills High School
• Resignations of four instructional staff: London Parris, Jensen Stone, Marisa Smith, Lisa Burrell

August 7, 2024 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting to ratify personnel changes and conduct routine procedural items. No substantive decisions on contracts or policy are listed on this agenda.

• Ratify resignation of Stephanie Biancaniello from Special Education K-5 role
• Approve employment of Stephanie Biancaniello as Director of Special Education ($106,000/yr)
• Approve employment of Dr. Matt Dado as Director of Technology & Innovation ($108,000/yr)
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Motion to adjourn meeting

Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Buildings & Grounds Committee is reviewing several maintenance contracts and technology renewals. The body is discussing facility updates across Penn Hills Elementary, Linton Middle School, and the Fralic Center to prepare for the upcoming school year.

• Proposed $3,000 annual sign lease/easement agreement at 101 Aster Street
• Ratification of landscaping contracts for Penn Hills Elementary ($11,765) and Linton Middle School ($13,060)
• Proposed $6,248 contract with F.J. Busse Company, Inc. to remove kitchen divider walls at Linton Middle School
• Ratification of $8,992.68 for McVay Plumbing to repair a 6-inch water line at Fralic Athletic Center
• Proposed renewal of Status Gator for the 2024-2025 school year

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg Curriculum Committee will take action on a presentation, conference and field trip requests, and recommend several contracts for board approval on August 21, 2024. Key items include a three-year $37,906 renewal of Edulink for teacher evaluations, science curriculum purchases totaling over $10,400, and multiple special education service agreements for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Renewal of Edulink, Inc for PAETEP electronic teacher evaluation portal at $37,906 for three years
• Activate Learning Open SciEd for Linton ($6,512.87) and High School Biology ($3,960.49)
• Minority Pre-Nursing Institute Program presentation by Tamara Moon
• Conference request for MTSS & PBIS Advanced Implementation Forum in Hershey, PA with $1,800 reimbursement
• Approval of special education service agreements with New Story Schools, Pressley Ridge, Holy Family, Wesley Family Services, River Academy, and Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Athletic Advisory Committee is meeting to take action on routine items including approving minutes from June and August, field trip requests, acceptance of a donation from GPSA for printed schedule cards, facility use/rentals and event worker pay for 2024-2025, an EMS contract, and athletic/activity supplemental resignations and assignments for various coaching positions.

• Accept donation from GPSA for printed schedule cards for all fall 2024 sports
• Approve facility use/rentals including overnight camps for JV Cheerleading (Aug 9-10) and Middle School Football (Aug 17-19) and a shed for Pittsburgh NFL Flag Football
• Approve exceptions to Policy 707 allowing Penn Hills Soccer, Pittsburgh NFL Flag Football, Penn Hills Metro Basketball, and Penn Hills Eagles Track to pay a $300 season fee instead of hourly rental fees
• Approve new banner sponsorship guidelines for PHSD booster groups
• Approve supplemental coach appointments with salaries ranging from $2,986.31 to $9,241.56 for fall sports

July 17, 2024 - Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting to act on multiple personnel items, including the employment of instructional, non-instructional, plant, food service, and security personnel. The board will also consider a contract with Urban Adventures LLC for transitional services at $430 per day and appoint an interim director of plant services. An executive session is scheduled before the public meeting to discuss personnel, contracts, and real estate.

• Hiring of 32 security personnel (armed, lead, liaison, unarmed, YET) with hourly rates from $20 to $35
• Employment of four new teachers at salaries from $49,269 to $60,782
• Employment of non-instructional personnel including an administrator at $48,000 and paraprofessionals at $17.53/hr
• Approval of a 1-year contract with Urban Adventures LLC for transitional services at $430/day
• Appointment of Michael Reposky as Interim Director of Plant Services at $50/day stipend

June 25, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will vote on adopting the 2024-2025 final budget of $100,316,464 and a final tax levy of 31.5965 mills, a one-mill increase. The board will also consider a $6 million loan for capital improvements, approve various bills and insurance proposals, and act on curriculum items including donations and professional development.

• Adopt final tax levy of 31.5965 mills (increase of one mill)
• Adopt 2024-2025 final budget of $100,316,464
• Approve $6,000,000 loan from First National Bank for capital improvements
• Ratify payment of bills totaling $4,739,853.74 (General Fund), $292,640.27 (Food Service), $11,627.48 (Capital Reserve)
• Approve insurance proposals totaling $540,616 (Liberty Mutual, Harie, AG Admin)

June 18, 2024-Special Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills School Board is holding a special public voting meeting on June 18, 2024, to consider a single action item: the appointment of Joveline Pettus as Human Resources Director with a yearly salary of $110,000. The agenda also includes procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, public comments, and adjournment. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2024.

• Appointment of Joveline Pettus as Human Resources Director, salary $110,000 per year
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker, advance notice recommended
• Special meeting held at Penn Hills Elementary School cafeteria at 6:00 PM
• Next regular voting meeting on June 25, 2024

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of personnel actions, policy updates, and various agreements for the upcoming school year. Items include hiring instructional and non-instructional staff, approving new policies, and upgrading the security camera system. The committee's recommendations will be forwarded to the full board for a vote at the June 25 public meeting.

• Hire Souriya Vang as Chemistry teacher at $53,083 (Masters, Step 3) effective 8/13/24
• Approve security camera upgrades (Turing server hardware and AI license) at $1,800/month for 60 months
• Add three armed police officer positions and unarmed security officers for 2024-25
• Approve policies: 902 Publications Program, 901 Public Relations Objectives, 304.1 Credit for Salary Placement
• Approve Pressley Ridge BEST Program and Mental Health Liaison agreements for 2024-25

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee is meeting to review monthly financial reports and discuss several items that may move to a voting agenda, including the final budget, a tax resolution, a loan proposal, and various purchases. The committee will also consider approving bill payments for the summer period.

• Final budget discussion (move to voting)
• Homestead/Farmstead credit (move to voting)
• Tax resolution under Act 1 (move to voting)
• Loan proposal (move to voting)
• Cafeteria tables quote (move to voting)

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Agenda and Minutes

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee will consider approving numerous technology contracts and renewals totaling over $400,000, including software subscriptions, hardware, and services. The committee will also discuss facility projects such as the football field turf and lights, Linton HVAC and pool repairs, and various cleaning and maintenance updates.

• Renewal of Renaissance Star Comprehensive Suite for $33,144.49
• Renewal of Skyward Student Information System for $45,823.00
• 3-year IXL Learning licenses for $147,672.00
• 5-year Microsoft licensing agreement with IU13, year one cost $66,118.45
• Purchase of security equipment, uniforms, and training up to $35,000.00

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear an arts report, and recommend several items for full board approval on June 25, 2024. These include a $203,610.18 purchase for the Wit & Wisdom ELA program, acceptance of a furniture donation from Caterpillar, and acknowledgment of $1,939,973 in preliminary Title monies for 2024-2025. The committee will also recommend renewals for programs like the Emerging Leaders Program and physical therapy services.

• Approve $203,610.18 purchase from Great Minds for Wit & Wisdom ELA Program K-8
• Accept donation of 11 tables and 18 chairs from Caterpillar in Lawrenceville, PA
• Acknowledge receipt of $1,939,973 preliminary Title monies for 2024-2025 (Title I $1,622,184, Title II $193,528, Title IV $124,261)
• Approve $3,000 EdTech Teacher workshop plus up to $1,500 expenses using Title II funds
• Renew physical therapy services with Advantage Rehabilitation Staffing for 3 years (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027)

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Athletic Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, field trips, facility rentals, grants, and several athletic-related actions. Key items include approving new, higher participation fees for cooperative agreement and charter school students, a PIAA cooperative agreement with Redeemer Lutheran HS/MS, and new coaching positions. The agenda is mostly action items with no public hearings.

• Proposed new participation fees for charter/co-op students: football/swimming $1,500, marching band/musicals $1,000, other sports $750, activities $250
• PIAA Cooperative Agreement with Redeemer Lutheran HS/MS for football, boys' soccer, boys' swimming & diving, baseball, softball for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
• $1,500 grant from Steelers Charities for Girls' Flag Football Program
• Facility rental: Donut Dash 5K at Linton MS on Labor Day, Sept 2, 2024, with $55/hour custodial coverage
• New coaching positions: Cheerleading Assistant Coach ($3,000 CBA), MS Football Assistant ($2,000), 9th Gr Girls' Volleyball ($2,000), Girls' Varsity Flag Football Head Coach ($2,986.31), 3 Assistant Indoor Track Coaches

May 29, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a regular public voting meeting on May 29, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Penn Hills Elementary School cafeteria. The board will vote on a series of consent agenda items, including approving bills totaling over $2.8 million, appointing a treasurer, and approving various contracts and agreements. Public comments are invited on the school finance resolutions.

• Ratify payment of bills: General Fund $2,794,894.55, Food Service Fund $30,504.43, Capital Reserve $42,922.54
• Approve 5-year agreement with BusPatrol America for school bus stop arm enforcement at no cost to district
• Approve 2024-25 Forbes Road Career & Technology Center budget at $5,517 per student (4.93% increase)
• Approve lease agreement with AIU Head Start for two classrooms at Linton Middle School
• Approve travel/conference expenses including $680 for WIDA conference and $276.31 for homeless education summit

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee will consider approving several technology and safety contracts, including a $38,955.80 Palo Alto renewal, a $26,961.22 radio system, and a $9,908.30 Raptor emergency management purchase. They will also discuss updates on grants, the football field turf and lights project, and various building repairs. The committee will review a list of consent items for board ratification, including restroom cleaning machines, boiler demolition, and facility use exceptions.

• ePlus Technologies Palo Alto renewal: $38,955.80
• Lauttamus radio system: $26,961.22 plus optional $2,137.65 service agreement
• Raptor Emergency Management and kiosks: $9,908.30 initial cost
• Huckestein steam boiler demo at Linton: $29,864.00
• Restroom cleaning machines: $9,400 (elementary) and $5,700 (high school)

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee will meet on May 22, 2024, to consider approving several contracts and purchases for the 2024-2025 school year, including a $280,427.35 TeachTown K-12 Special Education Curriculum purchase. The committee will also review conference requests, field trips, and grants/donations, and discuss updates on Teach Plus, 1Nation, and PBIS.

• TeachTown K-12 Special Ed Curriculum purchase for $280,427.35
• Three varsity football field trips in June 2024 (W&J, St. Vincent, Bethel Park)
• Conference requests: Western PA Homeless Education Summit ($276.31), PSBA Delegate Assembly (no cost), WIDA Annual Conference ($680.00)
• Fundraisers: $1,480.79 for Autism Month, $437.00 for playground, $300.00 donation
• Renewals: AIU ESL services ($1,550), PowerSchool ($4,833.24), UltimateSLP ($797.75), EBLI ($1,000)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee is meeting to review monthly financial reports and discuss several items, including the proposed final budget, real estate taxes, a banking proposal, and various agreements. Several items are marked to move to the voting agenda, including the bill list, proposed final budget, banking proposal, AIU Access Program, Forbes CTC annual renewal, bus patrol agreement, and appointment of treasurer.

• Proposed Final Budget (move to voting agenda)
• Banking proposal from FNB (move to voting agenda)
• AIU Access Program and services agreement for 2024-2025 (move to voting agenda)
• Bus Patrol Agreement (move to voting agenda)
• Appointment of Treasurer (move to voting agenda)

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee is recommending approval of routine personnel actions (leaves, resignations, a tenure acknowledgement, and a coaching appointment) and several administrative items for the May 29 public voting meeting. Notable items include adding three School District Police Officer positions and a Youth Engagement Team member, approving a $12,000/year SchoolMint Enroll contract, and a field trip to Arkansas. The agenda is largely consent items with no major policy debates.

• Ratify instructional personnel: leave of absence for ID 7180 (HS, 3/21/24-3/21/25), tenure for Gail Piole (Secondary, BA/Step 7 +20, effective 6/30/23), resignation of Gail Piole (LIN, Certified School Nurse, effective 6/17/24)
• Ratify non-instructional personnel: multiple LWOP leaves (e.g., ID 7403, PHE, 4/24/24-4/25/24) and plant transfer for Kaleta Mutombo (PHE-25 to PHE-28, effective 4/29/24)
• Approve Treyvon Hester as Football Asst. Varsity Coach at $3,5334.90 (pending paperwork)
• Approve 2023-24 field trip: SRH Fitness Team to Arkansas Military & First Responders Academy, 5/16-19/24, district cost $2,381.24
• Approve adding 3 School District Police Officers and 1 Youth Engagement Team member (not to exceed 25 positions) for 24/25 SY

May 15, 2024 - SPECIAL Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting to consider adopting the proposed final budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year in the amount of $99,830.26. The board will also vote on personnel items, including hiring a certified school nurse and an assistant director of safety and security. Public comments will be accepted.

• Adoption of proposed 2024-25 final budget of $99,830.26
• Employment of Tanya Zupanchick as certified school nurse at $49,269
• Employment of William Deeley as Assistant Director of School District Safety & Security at $60,000
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

April 24, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a regular public voting meeting on April 24, 2024, at Linton Middle School. The board will consider and vote on a series of consent agenda items covering school finance, curriculum, and safety, including contract renewals, budget approvals, and field trips. Public comments are invited on the finance and curriculum resolutions before roll call votes.

• Ratify payment of bills totaling $3,056,974.38 (General Fund), $98,182.78 (Food Service), and $232,581.44 (Capital Reserve)
• Approve 3-year renewal with Keystone Collections Group for tax collection (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027)
• Approve 5-year transportation contract with Krise Transportation, Inc. (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2029)
• Approve 3-year AIU marketing/strategic communication services agreement at $51,000 annually
• Approve MOU with Penn Hills Police Department for school security

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will review March 2024 financial reports, including the treasurer's report, balance sheet, and year-to-date revenues and expenditures. The committee will also discuss real estate taxes, a tax collection contract, a long-range financial plan, budget updates, a transportation contract, PRT passes and route combining, final audit approval, and an AIU communications agreement. Several items are marked to move to the voting agenda.

• Treasurer's Report and March Balance Sheet
• 23-24 YTD Revenues and Expenditures
• Tax Collection Contract (move to voting agenda)
• Transportation Contract (move to voting agenda)
• Final Audit Approval (move to voting agenda)

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee will consider consent agenda items including personnel actions, benefit rate increases, and various contracts. The board will vote on instructional and non-instructional personnel changes, approve 2024-25 benefit rates with increases, and approve contracts for software, inspections, and services.

• Approve 2024-25 medical, vision, and dental benefit rates with increases (e.g., medical PPO 9% increase)
• Approve one-year Frontline Education renewal for time/attendance at $14,067.19
• Approve bleacher inspection quote for HS football stadium and LIN soccer field at $3,700
• Accept donations including weight room equipment from Pittsburgh Steelers and $800 from Pittsburgh Forge Rugby Club
• Approve crowdfunding request for Varsity Football Program up to $10,000

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda & Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, conference and field trip requests, and several contracts for board approval. They will also discuss a Carnegie Museum educator residency. The agenda includes routine approvals and a few items with specific costs.

• Approve AP African American College Board Virtual Training for Marlon Heywood, July 22-25, 2024
• Approve field trips: Best of Batch Foundation Super Day (Homestead, PA, 5/9/24, $225) and End Gun Violence PA Advocacy Day (Harrisburg, PA, 5/7/24, $2,174)
• Approve renewal of Pre-K Counts MOU with Private Industry Council, $18,000 total (9 monthly payments of $2,000, Aug 2024-Jun 2025)
• Approve AIU Summer 2024 Credit Recovery (Waterfront Learning Program) at $275 per course for grades 6-12
• Approve addition of elementary bus monitors at $30/hour for remainder of 2023-2024 school year

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Meeting

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee will discuss and recommend action on several technology and safety items, including a $90,000 project to replace and add digital signage, contracts for software and equipment, and a school safety training contract. The committee will also review updates on building maintenance projects and consider ratifying several previously made purchases.

• Replace/add digital signs at Frankstown Rd, Penn Hills Elementary, Linton MS ($90,000)
• Purchase 3 Mobile PA systems from Lightspeed ($5,661)
• Approve MOU with Penn Hills Police Dept. per Act 55
• Contract with Command Excellence for safety training ($21,687)
• Ratify Linton elevator electrical work ($28,125)

March 26, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a regular public voting meeting on March 26, 2024, at Linton Middle School. The board will consider consent agenda items including approving bills, financial reports, a $2 million budget transfer to the Capital Projects Fund, and various technology purchases. Public comments are invited on the finance and curriculum resolutions.

• Approve $2,000,000 budget transfer from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund
• Ratify payment of bills totaling $3,728,014.42 from General Fund, $25,001.32 from Food Service Fund, and $242,562.17 from Capital Reserve Account
• Approve purchase of 1,230 Chromebook cases from Mohawk USA for $18,806.70
• Ratify purchase of 1,700 headphones from GovConnection for $11,883.00
• Approve creation of Penn Hills School District Arts Committee

March 20, 2024 - SPECIAL Public Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

This is a special public meeting of the Penn Hills Board of School Directors, held primarily to discuss the district's capital improvements plan. The agenda includes a discussion item on the capital plan, with attached documents including a 10-year plan and a 2024 capital plan. Public comments and board member comments are also scheduled, followed by adjournment.

• Discussion of Capital Improvements Plan
• 10 Year Plan Capital PHSD 3-20-24.pdf attachment
• Capital plan 2024 3-20-24.pdf attachment
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular voting meeting: March 26, 2024

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee will review and recommend approval of personnel actions, including hiring, leaves, resignations, and the creation of two new security director positions. The committee will also discuss staffing vacancies, policy updates, and approve various activities such as field trips and a recycling event.

• Create and fill Director and Assistant Director of School District Security positions
• Hire Cynthia Delehanty as school psychologist at $99,999 (prorated)
• Hire Alexander Ostrom as instructional paraprofessional at $17.19/hr
• Approve conference for Briana York totaling $1,393.63
• Approve field trips including Emmaus High School ($550) and Point Park University ($165)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee will review February 2024 financial reports, including the treasurer's report, balance sheet, year-to-date revenues and expenditures, and bill lists. They will also discuss several items, including a proposed $1.25 million Ready to Learn additional allocation, a $2 million transfer to the capital project fund, and other budget-related topics. Some items are marked to move to the voting agenda.

• Discussion of $1.25 million Ready to Learn additional allocation
• Proposed transfer of $2 million to capital project fund
• Review of February 2024 treasurer's report and balance sheet
• Bill list to move to voting agenda
• Discussion of real estate taxes and budget updates

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to approve several action items, including conference requests, field trips, and a donation, and to discuss updates on honor cords, awards, and move-up days. The committee will also consider creating a new Arts Committee and approving a fashion expo event at the high school. Most items are recommended for ratification at the March 26 school board meeting.

• Approval of conference requests for PA Music Educators Association (Erie, PA) and CPI Instructor Training (Coraopolis, PA)
• Approval of field trips: AP Physics to Westinghouse (Cranberry, PA), Musical Take-arounds to local schools and senior centers, Coding Team to PNC (Pittsburgh)
• Acceptance of $50.00 Visa Gift Card for Linton Computer Club's Capital Hill Challenge
• Approval to hold Penn Hills Regifting & Entrepreneurial Spirit of Hope Fashion and Art Expo at the high school
• Creation of Penn Hills School District Arts Committee to report quarterly through the Curriculum Committee

Athletic Advisory Committee Meeting

The Penn-Harrisburg Athletic Advisory Committee is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, field trips, facility rentals, and athletic supplemental appointments. The agenda also includes discussion of the Penn Hills Midget Football Association. No grants or donations are listed for approval.

• Field trips: Varsity Softball to Univ of Pittsburgh (4/24/24), Varsity Football to Univ of Pittsburgh (3/28/24) and York Suburban HS (8/24/24), all by bus
• Facility rental: PH Eagles Track to use PHHS Track & Indoor Gymnasium 3/24-7/24 at $250/season ($500 total)
• Facility rental: PH Rotary National Night Out at PHES on 8/6/24, 5:00-8:00 PM
• Facility rental: Bruins AAU Basketball to use PHHS Gymnasium for practices in Mar, Apr, May 2024
• Coaching appointments: Isaiah Brooks (Girls Jr High Co-Head Coach, $1,978.61) and Marlon Heywood (Boys Jr High Track Co-Head Coach, $2,638.14), pending clearances

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee will consider approving multiple technology purchases and contract renewals totaling over $400,000, including Chromebook cases, software licenses, and classroom equipment. The committee will also discuss a $450,000 safety grant application, custodial/maintenance updates, and building-specific issues. Several items are recommended for board ratification at the March 26 school board meeting.

February 28, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold its regular public voting meeting, covering routine approvals of minutes, bills, and financial reports, plus a series of consent agenda items. Notable actions include approving a $999,477.41 contract for replacing the Fralic Center field turf and lights, approving the 2024-25 academic calendar, and ratifying various agreements and field trips. The meeting also includes public comment periods on the finance and curriculum resolutions.

• Approve replacement of Fralic Center field turf and lights from FieldTurf at a cost of $999,477.41, paid from Capital Funds
• Ratify/approve bills paid: General Fund $3,197,895.97, Food Service Fund $106,151.23, Capital Reserve $63,114.36
• Exonerate Keystone Collections in the amount of $3,789,332.99 for 2023 uncollected real estate taxes
• Approve 2024-25 academic school calendar
• Approve pilot program for high school girls club rugby team for 2023-2024 school year

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The HR/Policy Committee will consider consent items including personnel actions (leaves, hires, resignations), technology pilots and renewals, and conference travel. The committee will also receive information on staffing vacancies and discuss future policy work on student attendance and public relations.

• Hire Lisa Somerhalder (HS Spec. Ed.) at $72,411 prorated and Marisa Smith (HS Spec. Ed.) at $51,741 prorated, both Temporary Professional Contracts
• Hire instructional paras Erica Flowers and Dawn Brown at $17.19/hr
• Approve Desmos licensing renewal for 250 licenses at $3,750
• Pilot IXL Learning for K-12 math at $1,250 and Magic School AI for teachers at $2,000
• Approve change order to AIPhone installation project for $4,445

Finance Committee Meeting/Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee is meeting to review January 2024 financial reports, including the treasurer's report, balance sheet, year-to-date revenues and expenditures, bill lists, budget transfers, and cash reconciliations. Discussion items include real estate taxes, a budget presentation, an AIU use of funds agreement, turf and light replacement approval, transportation proposals, and a CRO report. Several items are slated to move to the voting meeting.

• Treasurer's report, balance sheet, and YTD revenue/expenditure reports for January 2024
• Bill lists for general fund, food service, and capital projects (moved to voting agenda)
• Real estate tax revenue comparison: $3,789,332.99 (2023) vs $3,726,550.91 (2022)
• Discussion of turf and light replacement (moved to voting meeting)
• AIU use of funds agreement (moved to voting meeting)

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Meeting/Minutes

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee will consider approving several technology purchases, including a live-streaming encoder, domain renewals, and 360-degree cameras, as well as ratify custodial equipment and maintenance contracts. They will also discuss updates on the guaranteed energy savings project, football field turf selection, and building maintenance projects.

• Approve individual parent/student transportation contracts for 2023-24
• Purchase Boxcaster encoder for live streaming at $999.00
• Renew GoDaddy domain names for $202.92 (5-year)
• Purchase 3 Owl Labs 360 cameras with mic for $3,363.75
• Ratify purchases: Koblenze scrubber ($1,650), Doodle scrubbers ($2,925), door/frame replacement ($4,610), Hobart repairs ($1,546.27, $1,403.60, $2,053.37)

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda

The Curriculum Committee is reviewing several items for board approval, including the 2024-2025 academic calendar and a summer extended school year program. The committee is also considering a pilot high school girls rugby program and various student field trips.

• Approval of the 2024-2025 Academic School Calendar
• Renewal of UPMC School Health Initiative partnership at no cost to the district
• Proposal for a pilot High School Girls Rugby program with $150 registration and $40 shorts fees per player
• Recommendation for a K-12+ Extended School Year Summer Program from July 1-26, 2024
• Ratification of multiple student field trips for FBLA, BSU, Choir, and other groups

January 31, 2024 - Regular Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills School Board will hold its regular public voting meeting, covering routine approvals of minutes, bills, and financial reports, plus several action items. Key decisions include approving First Student as the transportation provider for 2024-2025, piloting an AP African American Studies course, and ratifying various curriculum and security contracts.

• Approve First Student as transportation provider for 2024-2025 school year
• Pilot AP African American Studies course at Penn Hills High School (1 credit)
• Approve Title I service agreements with Pittsburgh-Mt. Oliver IU#2: $63,454.00 and $45,131.95 (carryover)
• Ratify 1-year security contract with OSA Global (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024)
• Acknowledge Flexible Instruction Days for Jan 16, 17, 19, 2024 due to inclement weather

HR/Policy Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District HR/Policy Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of personnel actions, including leaves, resignations, and new hires, as well as various contracts and technology purchases. The committee will also discuss staffing updates and an arts committee update. Most items are consent agenda actions for the upcoming public voting meeting.

• Approval of instructional and non-instructional personnel actions, including resignations and new hires (e.g., Jacob Chapla at $57,000/yr, MyKaila Cogburn at $17.19/hr)
• Approval of athletic supplemental assignments for spring 2024, with pay amounts up to $7,379.29
• Ratification of 3-year GoGuardian agreement at $26,760/year for content filtering
• Approval of AMCA Systems ACA TaxTrack agreement for $2,950
• Approval of substitute food service rate increase from $12.00 to $15.00 per hour

Finance Committee Meeting/Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Finance Committee is meeting to review routine financial reports, including the treasurer's report, balance sheets, year-to-date revenues and expenditures, bill lists, budget transfers, and cash reconciliations. They will also discuss real estate taxes, an audit with Mark Turnley, and transportation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Treasurer's reports for November and December 2023
• 23-24 YTD revenue and expenditure budget comparison summaries
• Bill lists for November and December 2023 (general fund, food service, capital)
• Budget transfers for November and December 2023
• Discussion of real estate taxes and audit with Mark Turnley

Safety, Building & Grounds Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Safety, Building & Grounds Committee is reviewing technology contracts, custodial/maintenance projects, and safety-related agreements for board approval. Key items include a $155,000 kitchen dishwasher replacement, a guaranteed energy savings project with Constellation Energy, and ratification of a $100,000 violence prevention contract. The committee will also discuss surplus vehicles, football field turf and lights, and various facility updates.

• Ratify $155,000 Linton kitchen dishwasher replacement (Hranec Sheet Metal)
• Move forward with Constellation Energy for guaranteed energy savings project
• Ratify 1-year RSG Consultants violence prevention contract up to $100,000
• Ratify OSA Global security service contract (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024)
• Approve $23,460 fence replacement and $6,300 asphalt work at Fralic Center

Curriculum Committee Meeting Agenda/Minutes

The Penn-Harrisburg School District Curriculum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, field trips, grants, and contracts, including two Title I contracts for non-public schools. They will also acknowledge Flexible Instruction Days for January 16-17 due to weather and discuss several curriculum items.

• Renewal of Pittsburgh-Mt. Oliver IU2 Title I Non-Public Contract for 2023-2024 at $63,454.00 for Sacred Heart Elementary, Imani Christian Academy, and St. Benedict the Moor
• Renewal of Title I carry-over funds contract for 2023-2024 at $45,131.95 for the same schools
• Acknowledge January 16-17, 2024 as Flexible Instruction Days due to inclement weather
• Approve Ruth's Way MOU for 2023-2024 at a cost not to exceed $8,000.00 funded by ESSER 7% set aside
• Approve field trips for band, choir, and cheerleaders to Heinz Hall, Canon-McMillan School, and Giant Center

January 3, 2024 - SPECIAL Public Voting Meeting Agenda/MINUTES

The Penn Hills Board of School Directors will hold a special public voting meeting on January 3, 2024, at Linton Middle School. The board will consider adopting a resolution to opt out of raising any tax by more than its index of 7.4%, as recommended by the Chief Financial Officer and Superintendent. The agenda also includes public comments, board member comments, and procedural items.

• Resolution to opt out of raising taxes by more than 7.4% index
• Executive session for personnel and school board matters
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular voting meeting scheduled for January 31, 2024