October 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Work Session

Description:  Dr. Sprinker will call the meeting to order.

Description:  There was an executive session prior to this meeting to discuss personnel, safety, and legal matters.

Description:  Athletics and activities update given by Student Representative, Garrett Litzinger.

Description:  High School Presentation given by Mr. Rick Ford, Principal.

Description:  Finance update given by Erin Bluedorn, Director of Finance.

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• Mrs. Jennifer Sharek - Congratulations to Heather Stein, fourth-grade teacher at Blackhawk Intermediate School, as she has been selected as a recipient of an Apple Award through NSTOY PA (National State Teachers of the Year - Pennsylvania).
• October Students of the Month
  • Andrew Cline - Sponsored by Beaver Falls Rotary Club
  • Ryan Prisuta - Sponsored by the Little Beaver Lions
  • Sylvia Davis - Sponsored by the Chippewa Lions
  • Macey Frederick - BCCTC Student of the month (Cosmetology)
• Mr. Jeff Tripodi - 9/11 Tribute
• Mr. Rick Ford - College Board Recognitions

Blackhawk is very proud of our student’s achievements, and we encourage the extracurricular activities that happen in each grade. Please visit each school’s website for updates and happenings in our buildings including holiday events and concerts.

Description:  The community is invited to speak on agenda items. Please sign in with your name and address before providing public comment.

Description:  The Blackhawk Board of School Directors will discuss which candidate will receive the board's collective vote for each position.

Description:  The BCCTC Joint Operating Committee has authorized the withdrawal of the Midland Borough School District as a participating school district in the BCCTC Jointure. 

It is requested that Blackhawk School District approve the attached resolution.

Description:  The resolution is necessary to receive guaranteed negotiated prices for fuel for District transportation (contracted student transportation and District-owned vehicles).

Description:  Patterson PTO donated $500 for the AR program at Patterson Primary.
 

Description:  Monthly bill pay for September 2026.

• Payroll for the month of September 2026 - $1,447,231.21
• Fund 51 Cafeteria Fund - $89,770.64
• Fund 32 Capital Projects - $17,930.75
• Fund 10 General Fund - $1,221,257.62

Description:  Financial report for September 2026.

Description:  9th Grade Academy Grant in the amount of $3,995.

The grant will pay for the cost of 3-day training and accommodations for our 9th grade sponsor and academy teacher Carley Brandon.  The training is for the Link Crew program, which is an international high school transition program that increases freshman success, positive school culture, and student leadership.  Mrs. Brandon will use this training to select and train junior and senior class students who will lead and mentor incoming 9th graders starting with a newly designed orientation event and other various events throughout the year.

Description:  Add Finance Items 9.1-9.5 to the action agenda for October 15, 2026.

Description:  Human Resources Report for October 8, 2026.

Description:  McCarter's updated van and bus drivers list as of 10/1/26.

Description:  Approve Personnel Items 10.1 and 10.2.

Description:  List of 2026-2027 Fundraisers.

Description:  A request has been submitted for a student to enroll as a nonresident tuition student for the 2026-2027 school year, pursuant to District Policy 202 - Eligibility of Nonresident Students.

Description:  College in the High School Agreement with Seton Hill University in order to explore potential College in the High School Classes with the university. 

Description: 

HMS and BHS Counseling Departments plan to pilot the ThinkSync program to help students build healthy habits around self-reflection and mindset, while giving schools a proactive way to identify and support students who may be struggling. 

• ThinkSync is free for all schools in Beaver County this year.
• The district will utilize a parent/guardian opt-out form.

Description: 

• A BizTown® combines in-class learning with a day-long visit to a simulated town. The learning experience includes 12 teacher-led sessions prior to the simulation and 1 session following the simulation, with a culminating 4-5 hour visit to a hands-on simulated community. This popular learning experience allows elementary school students to operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks, and vote for mayor. Students are able to connect the dots between what they learn in school and the real world. Our 4th Grade classes and Best Buddies will be participating. 
• Budget impact will be for transportation costs only
• Grant funding is supporting our 4th grade students, as well as some of our students in the Best Buddies Club to attend. 

Description:  The maximum value of the shipping container is $2,500. It may be possible to have the container removed and scrapped at no cost, or relocated for a $1,500 fee, making the transaction cost-neutral for the district.

Description:  A new policy requires two readings before it may be adopted by the Board. The first reading provides an opportunity for Board members to review and discuss the proposed policy, and the second reading allows for any necessary revisions before final adoption.

Description:  The community is invited to speak on non-agenda items. Please sign in with your name and address before providing public comment.

Description:  The next Voting Session will be held on October 15, 2026.