November 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Education/Curriculum/Instruction Meeting
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1. Opening
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1.A. Call to Order
Description:
Tonight’s meeting is our regularly scheduled committee meeting. In order to meet the requirements of Pennsylvania’s Sunshine Law, it is necessary to record the names of all citizens who speak to the Board during the meeting. To ensure compliance with this requirement, it is essential that those planning to address the Board state their name and municipality. Members of the audience are asked to limit their questions and comments to three minutes. |
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1.B. Pledge of Allegiance
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2. Minutes
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2.A. Approval of Minutes
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3. Informational Items
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Informational Items
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3.A. Elementary and Secondary Data
Speaker(s):
Dr. D'Ana Waters, Dr. Pam Hart, Dr. Dennis Williams
Description:
Members of the curriculum and instructional teams will present elementary and secondary data.
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3.B. SHIELD Update
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3.C. Student Representative Update
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4. Items Recommended for Worksession/Action Meeting
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4.A. Secondary Program of Studies
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Rachel Earley and Curriculum Dept.
Description:
Courses Additions for 2027-28 Department: English/Broadcasting Course #to be determined - Podcasting and Radio (Level 5.0) This is a hands-on, semester-long course that will introduce students to audio storytelling, podcast production, and radio broadcasting. Course content will include programming, broadcast ethics, copyright, and responsible publishing. Students will get experience as audio operators, editors, producers, and hosts. Course #to be determined - Sports Broadcasting (Level 5.0) This semester course will introduce students to the storytelling, preparation, and technical skills used in sports broadcasting. Students will explore various aspects of sports broadcasting and have the opportunity to contribute to NPTV coverage of NPSD athletics. Course Changes for 2027-28 Department: English/Broadcasting Course #0605 - Broadcasting and Video Production 1 (Level 5.0) This course will change from a yearlong course to a semester course. The purpose of this change is to allow students to explore specific areas of interest in the field of broadcasting. Course #0615 - Broadcasting and Video Production 2 (Level 5.0) This course will change from a yearlong course to a semester course. The purpose of this change is to allow students to explore specific areas of interest in the field of broadcasting. Department: Social Studies Course #1076 and Course #1076P - World Cultures and Geography change to Course #1076 - World Cultures and Geography (Level 6.0) Because these courses share the same curriculum and pacing, one course for all seventh grade students will provide an expanded opportunity for research, additional study, and access to enrichment. Department: Mathematics Course #2745 Algebra/Geometry 4 changes to Course #2745 Financial Algebra (Level 5.0) This course is offered to high school seniors and has been redesigned to explore the world of finance through the algebraic lens.
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4.B. Student Travel
Description:
Recommend approval for approximately thirty (30) NPHS Science Olympiad student members, one (1) NPHS Science Olympiad advisor, and one (1) additional adult chaperone to participate in an invitational event to prepare for regional and state competitions; State College, PA; January 15 - 16, 2027. Approximate cost to the district is $1771.80 ($215 for registration; $556.80 for transportation). The remainder of the costs will be paid by individual students ($130/student) and the Science Olympiad account. Students experiencing financial hardship will receive assistance from the Science Olympiad activity account.
Recommend approval for approximately thirty-eight (38) NPHS student thespians, three (3) NPSD staff members, and one (1) additional adult chaperone to participate in the PA State Thespian Conference; Altoona, PA; December 4 - 6, 2026. Approximate cost to the district is $2,835 ($2,295 for half of registration; $540 for substitute costs). The remainder of the costs will be paid by Thespian Activity Account ($2,295), Play/Drama Account ($4,048), and individual students ($146/student). Students experiencing financial hardship will receive assistance. |
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5. Other Business
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6. Public Comments
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6.A. Guidelines for Addressing the Committee
Description:
The public is hereby advised that this meeting is being recorded. Any residents or taxpayers who speak must state their name and municipality. The comment opportunity is limited to three minutes per speaker. As a reminder, the Audience of Citizens portion of the meeting is not designed for debate or discussion with the Board. When appropriate, individual school directors may choose to respond to public comments that have been made once the Audience of Citizens period has concluded or request that a member of the Administration follow up with the speakers after the meeting. |
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7. Summary of Items Recommended for Board Worksession and/or Action Meeting.
Description:
Summary of agenda items the committee is recommending be moved to the Board Worksession and/or Action Meeting.
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8. Next ECI Meeting Date will be in January 2027.
Description:
The next ECI Committee meeting will be posted on the NPSD website after the Board meeting schedule for 2027 has been approved.
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9. Adjournment
Description:
This meeting has been adjourned.
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