October 12, 2026 Regular Meeting - Follows the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting - Regular
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A. Call to Order: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky called the meeting to order at 10:13 pm.
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B. Salute to the Flag: Mr. Kurimsky
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky led the salute to the flag.
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C. Roll Call: Mrs. Mickey
Discussion:
Mrs. Mickey conducted the roll call.
Members Present: Mrs. Deb Bucciero, Mr. John Fallat, Mr. Joshua Zebrak, Mr. Vince Azzolina, Mrs. Amy Sheridan, Mrs. Shannon Venditti, Mr. Scott Weinman, Mr. Kevin Kurimsky Others Present: Dr. Piraino, Dr. Baginski, Dr. Delp, Dr. Regelski, Mr. Jon Perry, Mr. Brad Schrecengost, Mr. Brian Johnson, Ms. Deana Callipare, Officer Tim Skoog, Mr. Gary Matta, Mrs. Kylie Mickey Members Absent: Mrs. Debra Wohlin
Description:
A record of attendance for the meeting.
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D. Reading of the Mission Statement: Mr. Kurimsky
We, the Franklin Regional School Community, strive for excellence, learning, achievement, and citizenship in all we do.
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky read the mission statement.
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E. Approval of the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting Minutes
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Committee-of-the-Whole minutes of 9/28/2026 as submitted or amended
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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F. Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes
Recommended Motion(s):
Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of 9/28/2026 as submitted or amended.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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G. Future Dates: Dr. Piraino
Discussion:
Dr. Piraino presented the list of upcoming Board and Committee dates.
Administration Office, 3170 School Rd., Murrysville, PA |
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H. Upcoming Topics: Dr. Piraino
Discussion:
Dr. Piraino noted that he expects the following items to be on the next board agenda for review and approval:
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I. Approval of the List of Bills: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the List of Bills.
Description:
Approval of the List of Bills for October
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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J. Public Comment
Discussion:
Kristy Trautmann, Murrysville, PA
Ms. Trautmann shared that in last month's meeting, there was a public comment made related to standardized testing. She said that the response, as she understood it, was that the district believes that standardized tests are not the only metric for defining education. She thanked the board and administration for the presentations tonight that displayed the district's investment in all aspects of education.
Description:
Visitors who wish to make public comments should provide their name and municipality on the sign-in sheet before the meeting starts. The time limit is 4 minutes per person. Please review Board Policy 903 for additional information.
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K. Solicitor's Comment
Discussion:
Mr. Matta had no comment for the public session.
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L. Item(s) to be removed from the Consent Agenda for Separate Action
Discussion:
Mr. Weinman removed what was previously Item #6 — Magic School AI for High School Students Pilot from the Consent Agenda for a separate roll-call vote.
Mr. Zebrak removed what was previously Item #7 — Quill AI Resource from the High School from the Consent Agenda for a separate roll-call vote.
Description:
Board members may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate action by the Board.
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M. Consent Agenda Motion
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve consent agenda items 1 through 7 as written or amended.
Discussion:
The approval of consent agenda items as written or amended.
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M.1. PSBA Slate of Candidates for Review: Mr. Kurimsky
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the PSBA slate of candidates.
Discussion:
Mr. Kurimsky reviewed the 2027 PSBA Officer Election slate of candidates, including Matt Vannoy for president-elect, Kristy Bolte for vice-president, David Hein for treasurer, and Marianne L. Neel and Dr. Michael Faccinetto as trustees.
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M.2. Replacement of Curriculum Technology Equipment: Mr. Schrecengost
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the replacement of curriculum technology equipment.
Discussion:
Mr. Schrecengost shared that these robotic and electric kits are missing parts and need to be replaced. He confirmed that this is a part of the budget plan.
Description:
In previous fiscal years, Franklin Regional School District teachers secured specialized curriculum technology and classroom equipment. The equipment being replaced is used extensively at the elementary and middle school levels and plays an important role in supporting classroom instruction and student learning.
Intermediate School: Finch Robots: $2,707.50 HummingBird Kits: $547.05 Ozobos: $832.14 Blue-Bots: $645.26 Total: $4,731.95 Middle School 2 Mobile Double-Sided Floor Racks: $299.98 VEX Robotic Items: $7,624.43 total: $7,924.41 Grand Total: $12,656.36 |
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M.3. Gifts, Grants, and Donations: Mr. Perry
Recommended Motion(s):
The Administration recommends that the Board approve the following contribution(s) per policy 702 Gifts, Grants, and Donations.
* Grable Foundation through The Mentoring Partnership contribution of $1,500.00 for Family Engagement activities.
Discussion:
Mr. Perry presented a request for approval for the grant for Family Engagement activities.
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M.4. Property Assessment Settlements: Mr. Perry
Recommended Motion(s):
That the Board ratify the property assessment settlement stipulations for properties with map numbers 49-14-08-0-066 and 49-03-00-0-252 and that the Board approve the property assessment settlement stipulation for property with map number 49-16-16-0-048.
Discussion:
Mr. Perry shared three settlement assessment appeals.
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M.5. 2027-2028 Academic Calendar: Dr. Baginski
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the proposed academic calendar for the 2027-2028 school year.
Discussion:
Dr. Baginski shared the proposed 2027-2028 academic calendar, with the first day of school being August 25th, and the last day being June 2nd.
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M.6. Policy Review - Second Read: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the second reading and adopt the following policies *Policy 102 Academic Standards *Policy 105 Curriculum *Policy 204.1 Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks *Policy 209 Health Examinations/Screenings *Policy 246 School Wellness *Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying
Discussion:
Dr. Delp presented the approval of a second reading and the request to move to implementation for the following policies:
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M.7. Personnel Agenda: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to provisionally approve the attached personnel items upon submission of the appropriate documentation, as prescribed by state and federal regulations.
Discussion:
Dr. Delp presented the personnel agenda for provisional approval upon submission of the appropriate documentation prescribed by state and federal regulations. He shared that the second Support Personnel item under "Appointments/Transfers" will be removed.
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N. Roll-Call Agenda Items
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N.1. Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement Memorandum of Understanding: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding for the Teamsters Union Local No. 205 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Discussion:
Due to a staffing issue, custodians are taking on additional work. Dr. Delp presented the attached MOU as per their contract.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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N.2. Magic School AI for High School Students Pilot: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Magic School AI for High School Students Pilot
Discussion:
Dr. Delp introduced representatives from the middle and high school to explain the rationale for the Magic School AI Pilot request.
Ms. Kelli Higgins and Ms. Christy Belgiovane from the middle school presented the attached PowerPoint, and shared that they hope to save teachers time with repetitive tasks. Mrs. Bucciero asked about safety, and Ms. Belgiovane clarified that the program does not use student data. Mr. Weinman asked if the program does the work for the students, and Ms. Higgins stated that it makes suggestions. Mrs. Venditti asked if this tool could apply to other subjects, and Dr. St. Amant provided examples as to how it can apply to math or science. Mr. Weinman asked about the accuracy of the tool, potential bias, and the level of student access. Ms. Belgiovane and Ms. Higgins shared that it can be inaccurate and requires human oversight. Ms. Higgins stated she has not seen bias in her English Language Arts work. Ms. Belgiovane said that students can only access the chatbot through a link that the teacher must provide to them. Mr. Zebrak said he appreciated direct feedback from teachers when he was in school and is concerned this tool would take away that personal element. Ms. Higgins said that the tool is only used about 25-30% of the time, and the focus should still be on the personal interactions. Mr. Curran from the high school presented the attached PowerPoint, and reviewed a professional development exercise that staff completed at the beginning of the school year. He reviewed the plan-do-study-act method that they plan to implement with this tool, as well as planned questions related to feedback loops and observations. Mr. Weinman shared a concern related to student safety when using the tool. Dr. Delp shared that the tool is set up to prompt the teacher to review a transcript if potentially harmful content is detected. Dr. Piraino shared that AI is a tool with both positives and negatives, and that the district's responsibility is to ensure it is being used appropriately and that our students know how to use it responsibly, since he expects it will be prominent in their futures. Mr. Kurimsky agreed that we need to incorporate AI responsibly. Mr. Zebrak voiced a concern that AI will be used across all classes rather than being taught in a single, dedicated course.
Description:
A mid-year update will be brought to the curriculum committee on January 25, 2026.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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N.3. Quill AI Resource for the High School: Dr. Delp
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Quill AI Resource for the High School
Discussion:
Dr. Delp shared the Quill AI Resource as a 1-year implementation of a literacy device. Mr. Curran shared that about 20 students are using this free pilot.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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O. Adjournment
Recommended Motion(s):
A motion to adjourn the meeting.
Discussion:
A motion to adjourn was made at 10:22 p.m.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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Murrysville Municipal Building
4100 Sardis Rd., Murrysville, PA 15668
Following the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting (7:30 p.m.)
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Murrysville Municipal Building
4100 Sardis Rd., Murrysville, PA 15668
Following the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting (7:30 p.m.)
Meetings will be in person, broadcast on Channel 21, and the recording will be uploaded to YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/FranklinRegionalSD.