September 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Voting Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER/OPENING EXERCISES
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1.A. Roll Call
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2. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
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We are now finishing our first month of school and I’m pleased to report that this year has run very smoothly. Let me begin by welcoming our student school board representatives to our September Meeting. Ms. Willow Hammond, our senior representative, is returning for her 2nd year in this role. Willow did a fantastic job last year; we are blessed to have her back again. Colin Goddard is also in his 2nd year as an alternate. Colin, thank you for your willingness to support the board in your role. Ms. Sarah Hoffman, our junior representative, will be starting this journey with us this evening; welcome Sarah. Thank you both for your willingness to serve in this capacity. Your updates and insights are extremely important to our Team of Ten. I would like to end with a celebration of Mr. Hobbs, Mr. Hansen, Mrs. Markel, and Mrs. Ingool for 5 years of service on the South Eastern Board of School Directors. These directors will be celebrated by both a PSBA certificate as well as a YCAL plaque. Over the course of their tenure on the board a great deal has been accomplished, from major renovations and curriculum updates, to the hiring of staff. In all of these areas these board members have rolled up their sleeves and made this school district better for the South Eastern Community. Chuck, Dave, Christina, and Cameron, thank you, not just for your time, but for your vision and passion for this district. Lastly, you will notice that the appointment of Colleen Bynion as an assistant principal at Kennard-Dale High School can be found as agenda item 16B. Mrs. Bynion is here tonight. Mrs. Bynion we wish you the best in this new role. |
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3. PRESENTATION
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4. COMMENTS FROM STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
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4.A. Colin Goddard
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4.B. Sarah Hoffman
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5. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA RELATED ITEMS
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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6.A. The minutes of August 18, 2026 are presented for approval.
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7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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7.A. It is recommended that the agenda be approved, as presented.
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8. COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
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9. CONSENT AGENDA (ROLL CALL)
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10. CONSENT - SCHOOL RELATED PROGRAMS
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10.A. Use of School Facilities
Description:
The attached Facility Use requests have been approved.
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10.B. Enrollment
Description:
Enrollment for Days 1 and 3 is reported.
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10.C. Back to School Numbers
Description:
The following totals were received for Back to School nights/events in our schools:
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11. CONSENT - BUSINESS OPERATIONS
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11.A. Financial Reports
Description:
Receipts Ledger
Condensed Board Summary Report Budget to Actual Treasurer's Report |
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11.B. Bills List
Description:
The Bills List is presented for approval.
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11.C. Commonwealth Funds
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11.D. *Major Purchases
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Major Purchases are presented.
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11.E. Special Purpose Funds Report
Description:
The Cafeteria report is presented.
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12. CONSENT - COMMITTEE REPORTS TO THE BOARD
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12.A. LIU - September 1, 2026
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12.B. YCST - August 25, 2026
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12.C. Committee of the Whole Notes
Description:
The Committee of the Whole notes for September 1, 2026 are presented.
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12.D. District Safety Meeting - August 27, 2026
Description:
The minutes of the August 27, 2026 Safety Committee meeting are presented.
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12.E. District Safety Meeting - September 3, 2026
Description:
The minutes of the September 3, 2026 Safety Committee meeting are presented.
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12.F. Executive Session
Description:
There were Executive Sessions for legal, property, personnel, and student related matters held on August 18 and September 1, 2026.
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13. ACTION AGENDA
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14. ACTION - BUSINESS OPERATIONS
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14.A. University-District Certification Preparation MOU
Description:
It is recommended for approval of an MOU between Wilkes University and SESD effective 08/26/2026 through 08/26/2031 to jointly prepare and support new school leaders or instructors as they seek certification in instructional areas. No costs are associated with this agreement.
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14.B. Quest for Kindness Assembly
Description:
Recommend approval of the Quest for Kindness assembly agreement for Prismatic Magic, scheduled for November 11, 2026, at Delta-Peach Bottom Elementary School, in the amount of $1,149.00.
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14.C. Musical Agreement - Music Theatre International
Description:
Recommend approval of the musical agreement with Music Theatre International for the license and production materials to perform "Shrek The Musical Kids" at South Eastern Intermediate School, April 16, 2027-April 17, 2027, totaling $942.00.
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14.D. IXL Learning Subscription Agreement
Description:
Recommend approval of the agreement with IXL Learning for the Math and ELA Personalized Learning Platform subscription, for grades 7th through 8th, for one year, totaling $3,325.00.
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14.E. Google Education Plus License Agreement
Description:
Recommend approval of a 3-year agreement with Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 for Google Workspace for Education license upgrades. This agreement provides advanced Google Meet features, Gemini AI integration across Google Workspace, and enhanced security tools and reporting. The annual cost is $12,773.52, for a total 3-year cost of $38,320.56.
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14.F. Special Olympics Pennsylvania Unified Champion Schools MOU
Description:
It is recommended for approval of the MOU between Special Olympics Pennsylvania and Kennard-Dale High School, effective through June 30, 2027, in support of the Unified Champion Schools program.
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14.G. *Shutterfly Lifetouch, LLC Agreement
Description:
Recommend approval of the Shutterfly Lifetouch, LLC agreement for the 2026-2027 South Eastern Middle School yearbook, with an estimated school cost of $1,515.00.
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14.H. *Coastal Wilds LLC Schol Program Agreement
Description:
Recommend approval of the Coastal Wilds LLC agreement for the Coastal Wilds presentation on September 24, 2026, at Delta-Peach Bottom Elementary School.
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15. ACTION - OTHER BUSINESS
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15.A. Travel Authorization/Professional Development
Description:
Recommend motion to approve the attached Travel Authorization/Professional Development for District staff.
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15.B. *Field Trips
Description:
The attached list of field trips has been approved.
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15.C. Bus Drivers
Description:
It is recommended that the following list of bus drivers for 2026-2027 be approved:
Eric Gemmill - Gemmill Bus Service Andrew Howdyshell - Red Lion Christian Michael Sterner - Krapf Bus |
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15.D. Donations
Description:
A donation of clothing and hygiene items from Cross Roads VBS students for the Kids Caring Closet was received. Acceptance of this donation is recommended.
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15.E. Administrative Retreat 2027 - Donaldson Brown Center Agreement
Description:
It is recommended that the Donaldson Brown Center agreement for the 2027 Administrative Retreat be approved.
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15.F. Student Discipline
Description:
Recommend approval of a parent's request to waive an expulsion hearing on a student disciplinary matter. (26-27-1)
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15.G. Phase V Project Updates and Change Orders
Description:
Recommend approval of the following change orders related to the Phase V Projects at Kennard-Dale High School, to be funded through Fund 32 Capital Projects consistent with the rest of the project costs, with funds to be transferred from the General Fund to cover expenses:
All contracts referenced above are cooperative purchasing contracts in compliance with applicable procurement requirements. |
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16. ACTION - PERSONNEL
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16.A. *Resignations
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16.B. *Appointments
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16.C. *Transfers
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16.D. *Extracurricular Positions
Description:
It is recommended that the following individuals be appointed to the extracurricular position listed with compensation rates as determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the District discretion to reduce, pro-rate or cancel payment if the season or activity is delayed or cancelled: *Pending receipt of legally required employment paperwork
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16.E. Game Help
Description:
It is recommended that the following appointments for Game Help be approved for the 2026-2027 school year:
Maciejewski, Stephen *It is recommended that all staff holding extracurricular contracted positions be board approved as game help for the 2026-2027 school year. |
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16.F. *Substitute Custodian
Description:
It is recommended that the following individual be appointed to a substitute support staff position. *Pending receipt of legally required employment paperwork:
Greene, Justin* Comer, LeAnna* |
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17. ACTION - POLICIES - none
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18. MEETINGS
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18.A. Meeting Calendar
Description:
2026 Meeting Dates and Times
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19. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA RELATED ITEMS
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20. ADJOURNMENT
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