October 26, 2026 Regular Board Meeting will beginning immediately following the closing of the Committee of the Whole Meeting - Regular Board Meeting
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1. OPENING
Speaker(s):
Board of Directors President
Description:
Call to Order and Roll Call
Board of School Directors Janice R. Blair John Campomizzi, Sr. Timothy Grube Krista M. Kantner Rebecca M. Miller Krista L. Strause Megan A. Troutman-Meisner Michelle Vesay Rosanne Zelusky |
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2. INFORMATION FOR MEETING ACCESS
Description:
All Blue Mountain School Board Meetings can be viewed at the link below: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/23024019367599?p=NuPRIDa9fa9XtXyEvB Meeting ID: 230 240 193 675 99 Passcode: bJ2jh2p4
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3. PRESENTATIONS
Speaker(s):
Student Representative
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4. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Description:
Superintendent Report
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4.A. Superintendent Report
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4.B. October 2026 Students of the Month
Description:
Elementary West
Piper O'Neill Ariel Milo Elementary East Ryland Brennan Leigha Leibensperger Middle School Teresa Rossetti Connor Adams High School Dakota Teter (STC) Paige Teter Ryan Clemas |
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5. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Speaker(s):
Assistant Superintendent
Description:
Assistant Superintendent Report
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5.A. Assistant Superintendent Report
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6. REVIEW OF AGENDA
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7. INVITATION TO PUBLIC TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS
Description:
Guidelines for Addressing the Board Please step forward to the microphone, state your name and municipality, and limit your comment to 3 minutes. Are there any such comments? Public must be in attendance to address the Board. If there are no comments, we will proceed with the Agenda. |
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8. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
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8.A. Board Meeting Minutes
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the following board meeting minutes:
Minutes of September 28, 2026, Board Meeting
Minutes of October 6, 2026, Special Board Meeting.
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8.B. Financial Reports
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the following financial reports:
Monthly Bank Account Summary - September 2026;
Revenue Report Total Receipts - September 2026;
Expenditure Report - September 2026;
General Fund Check Register - October 2026;
General Fund List of Payments - September 2026;
Cafeteria Report - September 2026;
Cafeteria Fund Check Register - October 2026;
Cafeteria Fund List of Payments - September 2026;
High School Activity Fund Report - September 2026;
Middle School Activity Fund Report - September 2026;
Capital Reserve Check Register - October 2026;
Capital Reserve List of Payments - September 2026;
Athletic Fund Report - September 2026;
Athletic Fund List of Payments - September 2026;
Budget Transfers
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8.C. Recreation Commission Report
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board accept the Recreation Commission Reports of September 23, 2026 and October 14, 2026 2026, which includes meeting minutes.
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9. OPERATIONS, FACILITIES, & SAFETY - Grube (Chair), Campomizzi, Zelusky
Description:
Finance, Facilities, Transportation, Food Services, & Safety/Security
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9.A. Finance
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9.A.1. Request to Open Student Activity Account
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the opening of a student activity account for the Class of 2030 to raise money to assist with class expenditures.
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9.B. Facilities
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9.B.1. BMHS Gymnasium Bleacher - Wheel Replacement
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the proposal from Maiden USA LLC, to remove, prep, furnish and install new motor wheels to the high school gymnasium bleachers at a total cost of $45,000. Funds will be utilized from the G.O. Bond of 2026.
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9.B.2. Girls' Soccer Championship Sign
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the Girls' Soccer Booster Club to purchase and install a commemorative recognition sign honoring the 2025 Blue Mountain Girls' Soccer Team.
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9.C. Transportation
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9.C.1. Daily Transportation Rates
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the following daily transportation rates for the 2026-2027 school year, which will fluctuate throughout the year depending on mileage and pupil count:
R & J Transportation, Inc. $15,326.32;
LNE Transportation, Inc. $3,159.65.
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9.D. Food Services
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9.E. Safety/Security
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10. GOVERNANCE, POLICY, & LABOR RELATIONS - Miller (Chair), Blair, Zelusky
Description:
Personnel & Policy
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10.A. Personnel
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10.A.1. Resignations
Description:
It is recommended that the Board accept the following letters of resignation:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) A letter of resignation received October 19, 2026, from Cassidy Guers as Substitute Personal Care Aide effective November 2, 2026.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.) A letter received October 23, 2026 from Kaleigh Stehr as BMMS Full-time (7 hr.) Personal Care Aide effective November 6, 2026.
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10.A.2. Retirements
Description:
It is recommended that the Board accept the following Letters of Intent to Retire:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) A letter received October 14, 2026 from Kimberly Ulmer as BMHS full-time (7 hr.) Personal Care Aide effective June 4, 2027.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.) A letter received October 9, 2026 from Laurie Hess as BMEE Classroom Teacher effective February 19, 2027.
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10.A.3. Transfer of Employment
Description:
It is recommended that the Board approve the following employment transfers:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) Courtney Galloway from BMMS part-time (4.5 hr.) Cafeteria employee to BMMS full-time (7.5 hr.) Classroom Aide at the hourly rate of $15.45, effective October 19, 2026.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.) Michael Marcolla from BMMS full-time (8 hr.) Dayshift Custodian to BMMS full-time (8 hr.) 2nd Shift Custodian at his current rate plus shift differential effective October 19, 2026.
Recommended Motion(s) #3:
3.) Emily DiTomo from BMMS full-time (7.5 hr.) Classroom Aide to BMHS 12-month full-time (1807.5 hrs.) Secretary to the Principal at the hourly rate of $19.45, effective October 12, 2026.
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10.A.4. Employment Requests
Description:
It is recommended that the Board approve the following employment requests:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) Steven Kulikosky as Part-time School Security Officer at the hourly rate of $35, start date pending completion of paperwork.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.) Harry Cunningham as probationary BMEE full-time (8 hr.) 2nd Shift Custodian at the hourly rate of $15.45 plus shift differential, start date pending completion of paperwork.
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10.A.5. Unpaid Internship
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve an unpaid internship for Hayden Freed, BMHS student, under the guidance of Buildings and Grounds Supervisor Joseph Kramer, to complete internship hour requirements beginning October 20, 2026.
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10.A.6. Regular Employment Status
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board acknowledge the regular employment status of Jennifer Sidella for completing her 40 work day probationary period effective September 30, 2026.
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10.A.7. Mentor
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve Jeremy Ferguson as mentor to Isaiah Marrero, replacing Erica Fickes who resigned her position on August 31, 2026.
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10.A.8. Leave of Absence Extension
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve an extension to the previously approved medical leave of absence for Employee # 1865, who returned to work on October 20, 2026. Original date of return to work was October 6, 2026.
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10.A.9. Leaves of Absence
Description:
It is recommended that the Board approve the following leaves of absence:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) A request from Employee #53 to take a medical leave of absence beginning October 26, 2026 and returning to work on or about January 4, 2027 using applicable paid days.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.) A request from Employee #3150 to take an uncompensated medical leave of absence beginning November 9, 2026 and returning to work on or about January 12, 2027, or upon release of physician.
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10.A.10. Schuylkill County Fall Leadership Retreat
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board Approve Dr. Jason Lilly and Mrs. Kristin Frederick to attend the Schuylkill County Fall Leadership Retreat being held November 4-6, 2026, in Pittsburgh, PA. The only cost to the district will be mileage reimbursement.
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10.A.11. Out-of-State Conferences
Description:
It is recommended that the Board approve the following:
Recommended Motion(s):
1.) Dr. Jason Lilly to attend the PA School Superintendent Study Council Conference, which will be held February 22-24, 2027, in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Lilly's registration, lodging, and travel will be paid by the PA Superintendent Council.
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
2.)Dr. Jason Lilly to attend the AASA, The School Superintendent Association National Conference, with is being held February 25-27, 2026, in Atlanta, GA. Cost to the district will be $795 for registration plus lodging. Dr. Lilly's travel expense will be paid by the PA Superintendent Study Council.
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10.B. Policy
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10.B.1. Policy Approvals - First Reading
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the first reading of the following policies: 1.) Policy 150 - Title I Comparability of Services - First Reading; 2.) Policy 201 - Admission of Students - First Reading;
3.) Policy 217 - Graduation - First Reading;
4.) Policy 237 - Electronic Devices - First Reading;
5.) Policy 308 - Employment Contract Board Resolution - First Reading;
6.) Policy 333 - Professional Development - First Reading;
7.) Policy 340 - Responsibility for Student Welfare - First Reading.
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10.B.2. Policy Approvals - Second Reading and Adoption
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the Second Reading and Adoption of the following policies: 1.) Policy 137 - Programs - Home Education Programs - Second Reading;
2.) Policy 218.1 - Pupils - Weapons - Second Reading;
3.) Policy 218.2 - Pupils - Terroristic Threats - Second Reading;
4.) Policy 236.1 - Pupils - Threat Assessment - Second Reading; and
5.) Policy 249 - Pupils - Bullying, Cyberbullying - Second Reading.
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11. STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT & PROGRAMMING - Strause (Chair), Blair, Grube
Description:
Curriculum & Instruction, Technology, & Co-Curricular
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11.A. Curriculum & Instruction
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11.A.1. Dyslexia Awareness & Structured Literacy
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11.A.2. Ready to Learn Grant
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended the Board authorize Administration to submit an application through the eGrant system, for the 2026-2027 School Year, for Ready to Learn Funds in the amount of $1,893,764.77.
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11.A.3. Out-of-State Field Trip
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve an out-of-state field trip for the Phi Sigma World Language Honor Society and the International Club to travel to New York City, New York on December 11, 2026 to provide the students and their chaperones the opportunity to experience various locations throughout the city experiencing language, culture, history, art, architecture, and diversity outside of the classroom. The group will be departing at 7:00 am and returning at approximately 10:30 pm. The only cost to the district will be the cost of two (2) substitutes.
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11.B. Technology
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11.C. Co-Curricular
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11.C.1. Resignation
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended the Board accept a letter of resignation received October 20, 2026 from J. Owen Jones as Assistant Junior High Boys' Soccer Coach effective upon approval.
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11.C.2. Correction to Stipend
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the board approve an amendment to the previously approved stipend for Rachel Tran as BMMS Student Council Advisor. The advisor position is a split stipend position. Mrs. Tran will be paid at the stipend of $420 (1/2 of Class D, Step 1) effective the 2026-2027 school year.
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11.C.3. Out-of-State Field Trip
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve an out-of-state field trip for the BMHS Cross Country Team to travel to Bowdin Park Wappingers Falls, New York on November 21, 2026, departing at 4:30 am and returning at approximately 4:30 pm, to attend the Northeast Region Cross Country Championships.
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12. TALENT, CULTURE, & CLIMATE - Vesay (Chair), Troutman-Meisner, Kantner
Description:
Community Relations
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12.A. Community Relations
Description:
1. The annual Senior Citizen's Breakfast will be held on December 8, 2026. Snow date is December 15, 2026.
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13. EAGLE FOUNDATION - Blair
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14. RECREATION COMMISSION - Strause, Miller
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14.A. Recreation Commision Budget
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the 2027 Recreation Commission Budget. Budget and the memo sent to boroughs and townships is attached.
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15. SCHUYLKILL INTERMEDIATE UNIT 29 - _______ (STC), Vesay (IU)
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15.A. Schuylkill Technology Center Board Representative
Description:
It is recommended that the Board appoint a school director to serve as Schuylkill Technology Center Board Representative for the remainder of a three-year term beginning August 24, 2026, through June 30, 2028.
Nomination #1: Name:_______________________ 1st _______ 2nd _____ Nomination #2: (if applicable) Name:_______________________ 1st _______ 2nd _____ Motion to close nominations. 1st __________ 2nd ___________ Vote to approve the closing of nominations. |
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15.B. Special Education Services Agreement 2026-2027 School Year
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board approve the Special Education Service Agreement between the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 and the Blue Mountain School District for the provision of Special Education services for the 2026-2027 school year at a total cost of $376,997.90.
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15.C. Information Items - IU/STC Reports
Description:
Information Item
Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 and Schuylkill Technology Center agendas for the Board of Directors' meetings of September 14, 2026, including the meeting minutes.
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16. PSBA
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16.A. PA Association of School Administrators and PA School Board Association Conference
Recommended Motion(s):
It is recommended that the Board retroactively approve Mrs. Michelle Vesay, Dr. Jason Lilly, Mrs. Janice Blair, and Mrs. Kristin Frederick to attend the PA Association of School Administrators and PA School Board Association Conference that was held October 18-20, 2026, at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, Poconos, PA. Cost to the district for registration and lodging will be approximately $3,676.00.
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17. OTHER ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
Description:
Invitation to Public to Speak Please step forward to the microphone, state your name and municipality, and limit your comment to 3 minutes. Are there any such comments? Public must be in attendance to address the Board. If there are no comments, we will proceed with the Agenda. |
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18. DATES FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
Description:
Information Item - Future Meetings
Monday, November 16, 2026 - Committee of the Whole - 6:30 p.m. Blue Mountain District Office Monday, November 23, 2026 - Board of School Directors' Regular Meeting - 6:30 p.m. Blue Mountain Elementary West |
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19. EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ADJOURNMENT
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