September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Board of School Directors
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1. Opening Items
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1.1. Call to Order
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1.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
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1.3. Roll Call
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1.4. Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the agenda for the September 1, 2026, Board Meeting be approved as presented.
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1.5. Student Board Representatives
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2. Comments from the Public
Description:
The Board recognizes the value to school governance of public comment on educational issues and the importance of involving members of the public in Board meetings. The Board also recognizes its responsibility for proper governance of the district and the need to conduct its business in an orderly and efficient manner.
The Board requires that public participants be residents or taxpayers of this district or anyone having registered a legitimate interest in a contemplated action of the Board; anyone representing a group in the community or school district; any representative of a firm eligible to bid on materials or services solicited by the Board; any district employee; or any district student. Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to five (5) minutes duration. No participant may speak more than once on the same topic, unless all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard. All statements shall be directed to the presiding officer; no participant may address or question Board members individually. From Board Policy 903 - Public Participation in Board Meetings |
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3. Presentations/Discussions
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3.1. Research Proposal Presentation
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Wynkoop
Description:
Mrs. Wynkoop will present a research proposal associated with the implementation of Imagine Math and Imagine IM for the 2026-2027 school year.
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3.2. Relate Presentation
Speaker(s):
Dr. Eckenroth
Description:
Dr. Eckenroth will provide a brief overview of the Relate program being implemented at Bellefonte Area Middle School (BAMS) this coming school year. The Relate program offers a new, engaging approach to presenting topics traditionally covered in Second Step lessons, tailored specifically for middle school students.
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3.3. MTSS Update
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Kohlhepp
Description:
Mrs. Kohlhepp will provide an overview of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
Attachments:
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4. Approval of Minutes
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4.1. Approval of Minutes from the August 11, 2026 Meeting
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the minutes from the August 11, 2026 Board of School Directors meeting.
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5. Reports
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5.1. Central Intermediate Unit #10
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Barnhart
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5.2. Legislation
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Smith
Description:
No report.
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5.3. Director of Curriculum and Instruction's Report
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Wynkoop
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5.4. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Rakszawski
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6. Policy
Speaker(s):
Dr. Rakszawski
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6.1. First Reading/Review of PSBA Policy Revisions
Speaker(s):
Dr. Rakszawski
Description:
Review and discussion of proposed board policy revisions/updates as recommended by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) to align district policies with current state and federal statutory requirements, regulations, and legal standards. Policies for consideration:
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7. Facilties
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7.1. Nightlock Order - Window Shades for Bellefonte Elementary
Description:
Quote approval for window shades for Bellefonte Elementary (submitted by Brett Hanlon, Director of Safety & Security)
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the quote for window shades in the amount of $12,925.31 for Bellefonte Elementary.
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8. Consent Agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the consent agenda as presented.
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8.1. Personnel
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8.1.1. Department Chairs
Description:
Department Chair positions for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years.
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8.2. Retirements/Resignations
Description:
Retirements and resignations as presented.
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8.4. Extra Duty/Extra Pay
Description:
Extra duty/extra pay appointments as presented.
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8.5. Mentor Teachers
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8.6. Student Teaching/Internships
Description:
Penn State
Commonwealth University-Lock Haven
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8.7. Salary Column Changes
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8.8. Leave Request
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8.8.1. Uncompensated Leave Request
Description:
Approve the uncompensated leave request as presented.
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8.8.2. Family Medical Leave
Description:
Approve FMLA as presented.
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8.9. Salary Adjustment
Description:
Compensation adjustment for Dr. Joseph Eckenroth, Middle School Principal, to a salary of $111,000 for the 2026-2027 school year, effective retroactively to July 27, 2026.
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8.10. Educational and School Activities
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8.10.1. Request for Homebound Instruction
Description:
Request for homebound instruction.
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9. Donations
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9.1. Donations
Description:
Boxes of school supplies and eighteen $25 Walmart gift cards (totaling $450) for Marion-Walker Elementary School teachers from the Pleasant Gap American Legion #867.
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the donation of school supplies and $450 in Walmart gift cards from the Pleasant Gap American Legion #867 for Marion-Walker Elementary School.
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9.1.1. Donation of Constitution Week Materials from the Bellefonte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Speaker(s):
Mr. Guizar
Description:
The Bellefonte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, coordinated by Chaplain Theresa Heiser, is donating 220 pocket copies of the U.S. Constitution along with printable learning activities. These materials will be distributed to all 5th-grade students across the district for Constitution Week. This annual donation is especially notable this year as it aligns with the America 250 celebration, aiming to emphasize civic responsibility and America's heritage. The materials will be delivered the first week of September for distribution to the building principals.
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to accept the donation of 220 pocket copies of the Constitution and accompanying learning activities for 5th-grade students from the Bellefonte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
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10. Action Items
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10.1. Volunteers
Description:
New volunteers, full-year volunteer reapprovals, and partial-year volunteer reapprovals for the 2026-2027 school year as presented.
New Volunteers:
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the volunteer appointments as presented.
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10.2. Jessica Quinn-Horgan Law Office
Speaker(s):
Mr. Bean
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve payment to Jessica Quinn-Horgan Law office for services rendered.
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10.3. Approval of Program Services Agreement with Bald Eagle Area School District
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the attached agreement with BEASD to provide the Practical Assessment Exploration System Program to select BASD students.
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10.4. Approval of Third Party Provider Agreement for Title 1 Services for St. John's School for 2026-2027
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approved the attached agreement for Title 1 services to St. John School.
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10.5. Approval of Change Order for Airport Road Improvements
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve a change order for the Airport Road Improvements in the amount of $33,138.51 payable to HRI, inc.
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10.6. Approval of Air Testing for New School Pipes
Speaker(s):
Mr. Bean
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve air testing for pipes at the new school in the amount of $24,200.00 payable to HUC, inc.
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10.7. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding: Middle School Dean of Students
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Bellefonte Area School District and the Bellefonte Area Education Association regarding the establishment of a Middle School Dean of Students position for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented.
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10.8. Board Member Resignation
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended to approve the resignation of Mr. Tim Kessling.
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10.9. Board Member Appointment
Description:
From Policy 004 Membership
Filling Vacancies
Upon notice of a vacancy among the nine (9) elected members of the Board of Directors, the Board shall strive to fill that vacancy, within thirty (30) days of notice, by appointment from a majority of the members present and voting at either a regular meeting or a special meeting of the Board.
The timeline from notice to appointment should follow the timeline below:
Applicants to be sequestered at a Board meeting and called to the Board room individually for the interview. All applicants will be asked the same questions. Each applicant will have the chance to introduce themselves before being asked questions by Board Members. At the end of questions and answers, each member will be offered the opportunity for closing remarks to the Board. Once all applicants have been interviewed, the Board will open the floor for discussions. Once discussions are closed, each member will cast their voice ballot. The applicant receiving a majority vote will be appointed to the Board. Should no majority be attained on the first ballot, a second ballot shall be cast for the two (2) candidates who received the greatest number of votes. |
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11. Items for Future Discussion
Description:
This section of the agenda is related to items Board Members may wish to bring up at a future meeting.
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12. Adjournment
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12.1. Meeting Adjournment
Recommended Motion(s):
Recommend to approve the meeting be adjourned.
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13. Executive Session
Description:
Personnel, legal, student discipline, real estate, and safety matters.
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