November 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Work Session

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

Description:  The Pledge of Allegiance will be lead by our 3rd graders.

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:  Fall Sports Update given by Mr. Jim Riggio, Athletic Director.

Description:  Middle School Update given by Mr. Rob Puskas, Principal.

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• Thank you to our 3rd graders for leading the Pledge of Allegiance this evening.
• The Blackhawk School District proudly recognizes Veterans Day and honors all who have served our country. We are grateful for your service and sacrifice.
• November Students of the Month
  • Garrett Litzinger - Sponsored by Beaver Falls Rotary Club
  • Amira Alhabib - Sponsored by the Little Beaver Lions
  • Sophia DeJesus - Sponsored by the Chippewa Lions
• Artwork created by fifth-grade student Alex Onufrak has been selected to appear on the inaugural Blackhawk Christmas card.

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:  Minutes from the October 15, 2026, voting session.

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• The Wright Promise donation of $350 to help with the elementary Veterans Day breakfast.
• GCU - (5) $100 gift cards to distribute to Blackhawk families in need.
• Class of 2026 Donation of $1,600 to offset the cost of replacing the high school gymnasium wall pads.

Description:  Monthly bill pay for October 2026.

• Payroll for the month of October 2026 - $1,430,301.67
• Fund 51 Cafeteria Fund - $189,716.74
• Fund 10 General Fund - $1,320,394.44

Description:  Financial report for October 2026.

Description:  The following General Fund budget transfers are necessary to conduct normal operations of the district.  There is no impact on the overall budget.
$1,500 from Tuition to Non-Public Schools (1290-563) to HMS Gifted Supplies (1243-610).
$1,500 from Tuition to Non-Public Schools (1290-563) to BHS Gifted Supplies (1243-610).
$9,500 from Instruction & Curriculum Professional Services (2260-322) to Instruction & Curriculum Technology Supplies (2260-650).
$10,000 from Instruction - BHS - Services Purchased Locally (1110-591) to Other Administration Services - BHS - Service Purchased Locally (2390-591) for graduation expenses (correction to function).
 

Description:  1Government Procurement Alliance (1GPA) is a national purchasing cooperative available at no cost to the district.  1GPA is compliant with requirements for federal purchasing under 2 CFR Part 200, including EDGAR and Uniform Guidance.  Membership does not create an obligation on the part of the district; it simply provides access to national, competitively bid contracts.

Description:  Add Finance Items 9.1-9.5 to the action agenda for November 19, 2026.

Description:  Human Resources Report for November 12, 2026.

Description:  Approve Personnel Items 10.1 and 10.2.

Description:  Academic Calendar for 2027-2028

Description:  2026-2027 LifeSteps Agreement.

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Description:  Add Support Services Items 12.1 & 12.2 to the action agenda for November 19, 2026.

Description:  Add the Team Travel Request for Cross Country Athletes to attend the PIAA Championship.

Description:  Phase 2 and cost of the Blackhawk Cougar Stadium Brick Fundraiser. 

Description:  Add Athletics and Activities 13.1 and 13.2 to the action agenda for November 19, 2026.

Description:  Clean version of New Policy 702.1 Crowdfunding.

Description:  Clean version of Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying.

Description:  As part of the proposed revision to Policy 213 - Assessment of Students, Policy 214 - Class Rank has been reviewed and determined to be no longer necessary. Therefore, the recommendation is to formally retire Policy 214.

Description:  Approve policy items 15.1&15.2 and place 2nd reading of item 15.3 and retirement of item 15.4 on the action agenda for November 19, 2026.

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 wil be held on November 19, 2026.