November 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. OPENING OF MEETING
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1.1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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1.2. CALL TO ORDER / FLAG SALUTE / ROLL CALL
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1.3. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS/PUBLIC COMMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE BOARD POLICIES
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For the public's awareness, the Board of School Directors receives detailed written financial reports and supporting documents for agenda items in advance of each meeting. These materials provide the necessary background and context for the Board's consideration. Many items that appear on the agenda are recurring or mandated. |
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2. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Mr. Nadonley)
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2.1. Student Representatives' Report (Jenna Jordan & Dominick Shank)
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2.2. Administrators' Reports
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1. Mr. Ribarich
2. Dr. Lashinsky 3. Mrs. Mock 4. Dr. Bailey 5. Mr. Regan 6. Mrs. Crowell 7. Mrs. Long 8. Mrs. Maxwell 9. Mr. Ripple 10. Mr. Hostetler 11. Mr. Grandas 12. Mr. Nadonley |
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2.3. Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center Update (Mr. Beglin)
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2.4. East Hills Recreation Update (Mr. Ripple)
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3. BOARD REPORT (Mr. Bodolosky)
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Board Secretary Announcement - At their meeting on September 28, 2026, the Richland School District Board of Directors held an executive session from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm for personnel, real estate, and legal matters. The Richland School District Board of Directors held an executive session on October 26, 2026, from 6:30 pm to 8:23 pm for personnel. |
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4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Mr. Bodolosky)
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The Board President asks if there are any corrections to the Minutes from the September 28, 2026, Board Meeting. If there are corrections, please offer corrections.
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5. TREASURER'S REPORTS FOR ALL FUNDS AND RATIFICATION AND PAYMENT OF BILLS FOR ALL FUNDS (Mrs. Shaffer)
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Are there any questions, comments, or abstentions from the Board on the Treasurer's Reports or Bills Paid? Motion by: _________________ Seconded by: __________________
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6. NEW BUSINESS - GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (Mr. Hudak)
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Are there any questions, comments, or abstentions from the Board regarding the following agenda items? Motion by: _________________ Seconded by: __________________
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6.1. Motion to approve the first reading of Revised Board Policies 102 - Academic Standards, 105 - Curriculum, 209 - Health Examinations/Screenings, 249 - Bullying/Cyberbullying, 704 - Maintenance, 803 - School Calendar, 805.2 - School Security Personnel, and 822 - Automated External Defibrillator (AED)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and New Board Policy 204.1 - Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks. (Partially-Funded Mandate)
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6.2. Motion to approve the administration of a Food Services Survey for students in grades 1-6.
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6.3. Motion to start a chapter of the Tri-M Music Honor Society for high school students, through the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), at no cost to the District.
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6.4. Motion to donate outdated music stands to the Johnstown Symphony Youth Orchestra (JSYO).
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6.5. Motion to approve the update to the 2026-27 RHS Field Trip list in accordance with 121-AR-1.
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6.6. Motion to approve the Clinical Experience Agreement with the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) to provide clinical experience to students, effective 2026-2031. Subject to review and approval by the District's Solicitor. The Administration is authorized to execute the Contract/Agreement after the Solicitor's review and comment provided said comments or modifications do not change the intent, term, and economics of the contract/agreement.
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7. NEW BUSINESS - BUSINESS AND FINANCE (Mrs. Shaffer)
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Are there any questions, comments, or abstentions from the Board regarding the following agenda items? Motion by: _________________ Seconded by: __________________
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7.1. Motion to ratify administrative action to approve the contract with Subject Technologies, Inc., to participate in a pilot program for students entering Richland Cyber Academy through the remainder of the 2026-27 school year, at a cost of $10,000 for up to four students.
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7.2. Motion to approve the buyback of a minimum of 369 retired student and teacher Chromebooks through Teksavers, at a guaranteed minimum return value of $7,597.71. The final buyback price is subject to increase after the equipment has been received and graded by Teksavers.
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8. NEW BUSINESS - PERSONNEL (Mr. Bodolosky)
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Are there any questions, comments, or abstentions from the Board regarding the following agenda items? Motion by: _________________ Seconded by: __________________
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8.1. Motion to approve the Memorandum of Agreement related to healthcare changes effective January 1, 2027, in conjunction with approving a three (3) year early bird Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Richland School District and the Richland Education Association, effective July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2030. Subject to review and approval by the District's special labor counsel. The Administration is authorized to execute the Contract/Agreement after the special labor counsel's review and comment, provided said comments or modifications do not change the intent, term, and economics of the contract.
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8.2. Motion to ratify administrative action to approve additions to the 2026-27 Substitute List. (Supporting Information: Due to the national, state, and local shortage of substitute teachers and the need for instructional coverage, substitutes are added to the list as they apply and are available, and this can occur between meetings and thus the reason for the request to ratify administrative action.)
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8.3. Motion to ratify administrative action to approve additions to the 2026-27 Driver List. (Supporting Information: Due to the national, state, and local shortage of bus and van drivers, drivers are added to the list as they apply and are available, and this can occur between meetings thus the reason for the request to ratify administrative action.)
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8.4. Motion to approve the renewal of Corina Long's employment contract as Business Manager, as provided in advance, effective July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2032. Subject to review and approval by the District's solicitor. The Administration is authorized to execute the Contract/Agreement after the solicitor’s review and comment, provided said comments or modifications do not change the intent, term, and economics of the contract. (Note: The Business Manager's contract also reflects changes made in healthcare as noted in the REA Agreement.)
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8.5. Motion to ratify administrative action to approve Sarah Klezek and Martha Ringler as Co-Advisors for the SADD and Drug Coalition Clubs, at a salary to be set by the 2026-27 Extra Pay for Extra Duty - Club Advisors Salary Schedule. This occurred between meetings to fill vacancies and to allow the clubs to commence activities.
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8.6. Motion to ratify administrative action to approve David Jones as a Volunteer Forensics Advisor. This occurred between meetings to allow Mr. Jones to assist the club advisor with practices prior to meets.
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8.7. Motion to approve, at no cost to the district, transferring payment of the Superintendent's unused sick days at his retirement to an IRA of his choosing, under mutual agreement and in accordance with all terms in Article 5.5 of his contract.
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8.8. Motion to employ Jermaine Cofield as a full-time custodian at a rate determined by the RESPA collective bargaining agreement, with a start date to be determined by the administration, pending receipt of all materials. (Note: Not a new position; this hire is filling a vacancy.)
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8.9. Motion to employ Glenda Roberts as a full-time custodian at a rate determined by the RESPA collective bargaining agreement, with a start date to be determined by the administration, pending receipt of all materials. (Note: Not a new position; this hire is filling a vacancy.)
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8.10. Motion to approve Jessica Hershberger as mentor for Heather McCormick (Year 2) at a stipend of $353.
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8.11. Motion to approve the 2026-27 Extra Pay for Extra Duty - Winter Weight Room Workers.
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8.12. Motion to approve Kendall Straub as the Substitute High School Yearbook Advisor (2nd Semester) at a salary to be set by the 2026-27 Extra Pay for Extra Duty - Club Advisors Salary Schedule.
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9. NEW BUSINESS - LEGAL MATTERS (Mr. Hudak)
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10. OTHER
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11. FEDERAL PROGRAMS UPDATE
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12. ADJOURNMENT
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Motion by: _________________ Seconded by: __________________
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