September 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting of the Cumberland Valley School District Board of School Directors
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1.
Call to Order, Work Session - Michelle Nestor, President |
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1.A.
Pledge of Allegiance |
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1.B.
Roll Call - Kathleen Milone, Board Secretary |
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1.C.
President's Report & Announcements |
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Committee Reports |
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Informational Reports |
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3.A.
CVEA Report - Mario de La Barrera, CVEA President |
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Administrative Discussion Items |
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4.A.
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4.B. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 314.1 HIV Infection and retirement of Policies 314.1, 414.1 and 514.1 HIV-Aids. (First Read) - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
The updated PSBA template aligns with Pennsylvania Health and Safety statutes. In consolidating employee-related policies under Section 300, retirement of current policies 314.1, 414.1 and 514.1 is recommended. |
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4.C. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 709 Building Security (First Read). — Dr. Blanchard
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Policy 709 Building Security was last updated in 2021. The new policy template includes reference to security cameras.
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4.D. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 716 Integrated Pest Management. (First Read). - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 716 updates clarify integrated pest management requirements, including notification timelines, pesticide application signage, and state-aligned definitions. The curriculum integration requirement was removed due to its expiration in state academic standards. Adoption is recommended to reduce legal liability.
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4.E. Administration recommends revisions to Policy 912.1 Research Involving District Students and Staff. (First Read.) - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
The administration proposes an update to Policy 912.1 for the purpose of providing clarification between research projects of Cumberland Valley High School students (e.g. a science fair project) and the research of an external college, graduate or doctoral students. |
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4.F.
Administration recommends approval of the following overnight field trips as listed. - Dr. Chad Runkle
Description:
Future Farmers of America (FFA) Club:
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4.G. Administration recommends approval to award the Door Security (Phase 3A) project to the lowest responsible bidder, ECI Construction (Dillsburg, PA) at a cost of $177,700 to be funded by the 2025-26 PCCD Grant - Michael Sokolas
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4.I. Administration recommends approval of the following groups to operate as School Related Organizations in 2026-27 pursuant to Policy 915.2 - Michael Dieffenbach
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Golf
Swimming and Diving Water Polo Boys Wrestling Girls Wrestling |
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4.J. Administration recommends approval of use of funds to reimburse the Marching Band Boosters for concession stand vouchers for September 11 Salute to Service football game. - Dr. Blanchard
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5.
Public Comment - Michelle Nestor, Board President
Description:
The Cumberland Valley School District Board of School Directors encourages participation in public comment from residents or taxpayers of the Townships of Hampden, Middlesex, Monroe and Silver Spring.
Per board policy, individuals must complete and submit a comment card prior to the start of the public comment period. Speakers will be acknowledged by the chairperson after submitting the completed card. Each speaker will be allotted five (5) minutes for public comment. Members of the public may also send written communications to the full Board of School Directors and the Superintendent via the email address: Schoolboard@cvschools.org. |
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6.
Board Discussion Items |
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7.
Adjourn Work Session - Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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8.
Call to Order, Regular Board Meeting — Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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8.A. President's Procedural Statement: For each motion voted upon by the board, board members' votes will be recorded in the affirmative unless a board member votes in the negative or abstains from voting. - Michelle Nestor |
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9.
Approval of the Agenda |
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10.
Approval of the Minutes - Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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11.
Statements of the Treasurer |
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11.A. Approval of the following Statements of the Treasurer for the month of August 2026 - Michael Dieffenbach
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Monthly Bill List |
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12.A. Approval of the monthly bill lists for the following funds for the month of August 2026. - Michael Dieffenbach
Description:
General Fund Check No. 98913 through 99206 for $5,946,437.05 Athletic Fund Check No. 20562 through 20576 for $92,154.73 Cafeteria Fund Check No. 5988 through 6003 for $22,841.90 Bond Con. Fund Check No. 134 through 151 for $3,840,418.12 Bond Con. Fund 26 Check No. 1 for $1.00 Capital Reserve Check No. 826 for $101,280.00
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13.
Action Items |
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13.A.
Administration recommends approval of the following overnight field trips as listed. - Dr. Chad Runkle
Description:
Future Farmers of America (FFA) Club:
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13.B. Administration recommends approval to award the Door Security (Phase 3A) project to the lowest responsible bidder, ECI Construction (Dillsburg, PA) at a cost of $177,700 to be funded by the 25/26 PCCD Grant - Michael Sokolas
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13.C.
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13.D. Administration recommends approval of the following groups to operate as School Related Organizations in 2026-27 pursuant to Policy 915.2 - Michael Dieffenbach
Description:
Golf
Swimming and Diving Water Polo Boys Wrestling Girls Wrestling |
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13.E. Administration recommends approval of use of funds to reimburse the Marching Band Boosters for concession stand vouchers for September 11 Salute to Service football game. - Dr. Blanchard
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Personnel Actions |
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14.A. Request approval to appoint Daniel Weber, Ed.D. to the position of Assistant Superintendent for a term of approximately 4 and 1/2 years, beginning on November 23, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2031, at an annual starting base salary of $165,000 and approving the Assistant Superintendent's Employment Agreement as presented. - Tim Cohen |
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14.B. Administration recommends approval to fill additional positions based on enrollment/programming, effective September 22, 2026, as listed below. These positions are funded through grant resources and are contingent upon the continuation of those funds. Approval of this position does not constitute a commitment of district funds beyond those provided through the grant unless separately authorized by the Board of Directors. - Tim Cohen
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14.C. Administration recommends approval to fill additional positions based on enrollment/programming, effective September 22, 2026 - Tim Cohen
Description:
2nd Grade Teacher - SpH |
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14.D. Approval of the 2026-2027 Contracted Employee salary adjustment for Chad Runkle, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, to $174,000. - Tim Cohen |
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14.E. Administration recommends approval of the following Consent Agenda items. - Tim Cohen
Description:
Approval of the following child-rearing leave: |
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14.F. Administration recommends approval of the following for employment (employment is contingent upon receipt of all necessary clearances and verification forms) - Tim Cohen
Description:
Administration recommends the approval of the following for employment (employment is contingent upon receipt of all necessary clearances and verification forms): Lena Demsey, Educational Assistant III, HA, full-time, replacement, effective TBD; $20.60 per hour |
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14.G. Administration recommends the approval of the following transfers. — Tim Cohen
Description:
Ruthie Abel, transferring from Educational Assistant II (7.5 hours per day), HS, to Educational Assistant III (7.5 hours per day), HS, at an hourly rate of $20.85, effective 09/28/2026 |
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15.
Superintendent's Report - Dr. Blanchard, Superintendent |
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16.
Other Business - Michelle Nestor, Board President
Description:
The Board President will call for additional business any member of the Board of School Directors may wish to present. |
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17.
Adjourn Regular Board Meeting — Michelle Nestor, President |
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18.
Informational Items |
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18.A.
2026-2027 Regular Meetings of the Board of School Directors
Description:
All regular meetings of the Board of School Directors are scheduled to take place in the District Office Boardroom at 7:00 p.m. Schedule and/or location are subject to change. Please check the district website under the School Board tab for updates.
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