September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM - General Board Meeting
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1. INSTRUCTIONS TO ACCESS THE MEETING VIRTUALLY
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This meeting will be held in person in the Walter L. Peters Board Room of the District Offices located at One Education Plaza, Nazareth, PA 18064 and virtually through the Zoom Webinar platform. To join the meeting virtually, click on this Streaming Meeting URL link before or during the session and enter your name and email address. You will be provided a public link to join the meeting from your electronic device.
A recording of this meeting will be available within 1-2 business days and can be accessed by clicking on the Recorded Meeting URL link below and entering your name and email address. Recorded Meeting URL Link |
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2. PRELIMINARIES
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2.1. Call to Order
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The President of the Board will call the meeting to order. This meeting is being video and audio recorded.
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2.2. Executive Session
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• The Board met in an Executive Session on September 8, 2026 to discuss legal and personnel matters.
• The Safe Schools Committee of the Board met in an Executive Session on September 22, 2026, prior to this meeting, to discuss safety matters. |
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2.3. Roll Call
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The Secretary (or appointee) of the Board will conduct a roll call.
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2.4. Pledge of Allegiance
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Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
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2.5. Mission Statement
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The mission of the Nazareth Area School District, a catalyst for excellence in education, is to develop students through rigorous educational and co-curricular programs into critical, reflective thinkers with the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively, to integrate technology for learning, and to contribute to an ever-changing, diverse community.
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2.6. Public Comments on Agenda Items
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Residents or taxpayers of the Nazareth Area School District who wish to make a public comment on agenda items shall comply with Policy 903-Public Participation and shall register their intent with the Board Secretary in advance of the meeting and shall include the name and municipality of the participant and the topic to be addressed.
Nazareth ASD Board Meeting Comment Request Form Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface their comments by an announcement of their name. A participant speaking during the agenda item public comment period is limited to a total of one (1)statement on agenda items not to exceed five (5) minutes. |
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2.7. Approval of Minutes
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Approve the minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of September 8, 2026, as previously presented to the Board, which becomes part of this resolution through reference. |
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3. CORRESPONDENCE, PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
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3.1. Correspondence
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There are no items at this time. |
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3.2. Recognitions
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1. Recognition: Pennsylvania School Boards Association Honor Roll for Years of Service - Dr. Resende:
• Mr. Wayne Simpson - 5 years of service
2. Recognition: National Merit Semi-Finalists - Mr. Breidinger: • Adhitiya Adavan
• Gyan Chemmannur |
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3.3. Presentations
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There are no items at this time.
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4. AREA UPDATES - Student Government / Principal Reports
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4.1. Student Government Report
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Student Government Report - Abigail Kilareski |
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4.2. Principal Reports
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Building Principal Representatives presenting a few key highlights are: • Kenneth Butz Elementary School - Ms. Apruzzi
Attached Reports:
• Nazareth Area High School - Mr. Breidinger • Nazareth Area High School Report - Mr. Breidinger
• Nazareth Area Middle School Report - Dr. Bauder • Nazareth Area Intermediate School Report - Mr. Fidelibus • Floyd Shafer Elementary School Report - Mr. Mudlock • Kenneth Butz Elementary School Report - Ms. Apruzzi • Lower Nazareth Elementary School Report - Mr. Santos |
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5. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS / UPDATES
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5.1. Career Institute of Technology - Ms. Gladstone/Ms. Whiteash
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Career Institute of Technology Report - Ms. Gladstone/Ms. Whiteash
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5.2. Intermediate Unit #20 - Dr. Stubits
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Intermediate Unit #20 - Dr. Stubits
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5.3. PSBA Legislative Report - Dr. Stubits
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PSBA Legislative Report - Dr. Stubits
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5.4. Board Committee Updates - Committee Chairs
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At the Committee of the Whole meeting, the following committees, scheduled to present, provided detailed information on their agenda items. Any committee member who would like to share additional information may do so at this time.
1. Educational Program & Technology Committee - Dr. Stubits
2. Audit & Finance Committee - Mr. Leh 3. Athletics and Extra Curricular Activities Committee - Mr. Simpson |
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6. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BOARD ITEMS
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6.1. Educational Program and Information Technology Department Items for Resolution
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1. Approve the disposal of the following textbooks that are out-of-date and obsolete, in accordance with District Board Policy #706.1 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY, OBSOLETE EQUIPMENT, AND REAL ESTATE:
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7. FINANCIAL BOARD ITEMS
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7.1. Financial Items for Resolution
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1. RATIFICATION OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
In conformity with provisions under the Public School Code and Series 700 of the District Policy Manual, the Board at this time shall consider ratification/approval of current school district financial reports including the treasurer's report, all of which have been provided to the Board in advance of tonight's meeting and will be included in the official Minutes of this meeting. 2. RATIFICATION OF PAYMENT OF BILLS At this time, the Board shall consider ratification/approval of all the bills paid from the school district's funds since the last regular meeting of the Board, as previously presented to the Board prior to tonight's meeting and will be included in the official Minutes of this meeting. 3. Approve the transfer of the following Stadium Advertising revenue from general fund to capital reserve fund in the amount of $4,500.00 .png) .png) 4. Approve 2026 PSBA Officer Nominations as listed on the attached ballot and ____________________ as the 2027-28 E-2 Sectional Advisor (two-year term). |
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8. PERSONNEL BOARD ITEMS
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8.1. Personnel Items for Resolution
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1. Accept the resignation for purpose of retirement from Traci Martin, Associate Teacher (NAHS), effective on October 1, 2026.
2. Ratify the resignation from Terri Todd, 3-hour Food Service Helper (NAMS), effective on September 11, 2026. 3. Ratify the resignation from Scott Wunderly, Custodian (NAIS), effective on September 8, 2026. 4. Ratify the resignation from Tammy Bacak, 3.75-hour food service helper (NAMS), effective on September 11, 2026. 5. Approve the request from Employee FMLA 26/27-9. 6. Approve the request from Employee FMLA 26/27-10. 7. Approve the recommendation to hire Andrea Fisher for a Cafeteria Monitor position, replacing Michelle Giordano (movement) with initial assignment at Kenneth Butz Elementary School, effective on September 23, 2026, and with other terms and conditions currently in effect between the Nazareth Area School District and the Support Personnel Association, pending receipt of all required paperwork. It is understood that employment is provisional until all required paperwork is received, based on the requirements of the Public Employee Relations Act and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. 8. Award tenure to the following teachers, who have met the Pennsylvania school code requirements for tenure with the Nazareth Area School District: a. Tricia Debiasi
b. Victoria Piperato c. Sarah Talianek d. Augustus Reed e. Michael Roper f. Nathan Bendekovits g. Jennifer Suwalski h. Matthew Rose i. Michael Humes j. Jacob Hausman k. Olivia Zelasko l. Ashley Kennedy m. Katie Trainello 9. Approve the addition of the following to the appropriate substitute list(s), effective the first day of employment, and pending receipt of all required paperwork, based on the requirements of the Public Employee Relations Act and the Pennsylvania Department of Education (substitute teachers may be used as substitutes for associate teachers when regular associate teacher substitutes are not available): a. Francesco Curto - Substitute Teacher
b. Abigail Faulkner - Substitute Teacher c. Brendan Glenn - Substitute Teacher d. Jennifer Cooke - Substitute Food Services e. Kaela Howard - Substitute Food Services f. Danielle Paulus - Substitute Food Services g. Sarah Mazzetti - Substitute Teacher 10. Acknowledge the removal of the following substitutes from the appropriate substitute list: a. Tammy Bacak - Substitute Custodian
11. Approve the following 2026-2027 Academic EPED, subject to all clearances being current and satisfactory to the district. .png) .png) .png) .png) 12. Approve the following EPED Fall Athletic assignments for the 2026-2027 school year, subject to receipt of all required paperwork and satisfactorily meeting the requirements of the Public Employee Relations Act and the Pennsylvania Department of Education: .png) |
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9. SUPPORT SERVICES BOARD ITEMS
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9.1. Facilities and Operations Department Items for Resolution
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1. Approve and ratify the facility use requests, as previously presented and approved by the Administration, and which becomes part of the resolution through reference.
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9.2. Athletics and Extra Curricular Activities Items for Resolution
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1. Approve Ray Ramella to attend the National Athletic Directors Conference in Phoenix, AZ from December 11, 2026 through December 15, 2026 at a total cost not to exceed $1,200.00 to be paid from the Athletics budget.
2. Approve creation of a PIAA -recognized Unified School Bocce Ball Program, which includes estimated costs for (2) coaches, officials, transportation, and equipment , effective with the winter 2026-2027 season. The team will be coached by a NASD Board-approved staff member(s), and cost will be sponsored for the first two years by the Unified Sports organization and funded thereafter by District funds at an annual cost of approximately $7,600. |
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9.3. Transportation Department Items for Resolution
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There are no items at this time.
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10. POLICY BOARD ITEMS
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10.1. Policy Items for Resolution
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1. Third reading and approval of revised Policy 918 Parent and Family Engagement.
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10.2. Policy Items for First Reading
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1. First reading of Policy 236.1 Threat Assessment. No board action necessary.
2. First reading of Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying. No board action necessary.
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11. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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11.1. Board Update - Dr. Resende
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The Superintendent may provide updates to the School Board.
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12. SOLICITOR'S REPORT
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12.1. Board Update - Attorney Luke
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Solicitor may provide updates to the School Board.
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13. OLD BUSINESS
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13.1. Old Business
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Platform is open for the Board to discuss old business.
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14. BRIEF COMMUNITY CORNER
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14.1. Comments on Non-Agenda Items
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Residents or taxpayers of the Nazareth Area School District who wish to make a public comment on non-agenda items shall comply with Policy 903-Public Participation
. Nazareth ASD Board Meeting Comment Request Form Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface their comments by an announcement of their name. A participant speaking during the non-agenda item public comment period is limited to a total of one (1) statement not to exceed five (5) minutes. |
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15. NEW BUSINESS
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15.1. New Business Items
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Platform is open for the Board to discuss new business.
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16. ANNOUNCEMENT OF MEETINGS
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16.1. Upcoming Meeting Dates
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.png) Committee of the Whole meetings are generally held on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 6:00 pm. General Board meetings are generally held on the fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 pm. Personnel Committee may take place prior to or after board and/or committee meetings and are closed meetings. |
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17. ADJOURNMENT
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17.1. Motion to Adjourn
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A motion is made to adjourn the meeting.
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