October 7, 2026 Start the Board Meeting - October, 2026, Work Session
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1. Open the Meeting - Call to Order
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1.A. Flag Salute
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1.B. Roll call
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Board Members:
Laurel Brest Sheri Eldredge Jeff Hammerschmidt Seth Hill Philip Ketzel David Kuth Lance Nimmo, Vice President Timothy Redfoot, President Amy Sunseri Administrators: Kirk Lape, Superintendent Daniel Svirbly, Elementary Principal Nichole Columbus, Middle-High School Principal Leslie Gleghorn, Director of Special Education Robert Lee, Director of Administrative Services Rich Jones, Director of Buildings and Grounds Shawn Ford, Director of Transportation James Hoyland, Chief of School Police Jennifer Conrad, Business Manager/Board Secretary Matthew Mangino, Solicitor |
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1.C. Recognition of Meetings
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September 9, 2026: 7:00 - 7:05 PM Regular Board Meeting
7:06 - 7:26 PM Executive Session for Personnel |
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1.D. Recognition of Guests
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2. Presentations: Pride and Promise
Description:
The Board recognizes Abe and Gus Dean as October's Pride and Promise awardees for their achievements at the Eastern States Exposition in Springfield, MA. They placed first in every division with their nine head of cattle. Out of 54 head of Aberdeen cattle, they won Reserve Grand Champion Full Blood Heifer, Grand Champion Percentage Bull, Grand Champion Full Blood Steer, Reserve Grand Champion Percentage Steer, Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder.
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3. Reports
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3.A. Standing Committee Reports
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3.B. Administrator/Supervisor Reports
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3.C. Information Reports (Attached)
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4. Comments/Questions from the Floor Relative to Agenda Items
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5. Approval of Minutes
Description:
Approval of the Minutes from the September 9, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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6. Treasurer's Report
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6.A. Approval of the Treasurer's Report
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It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board to approve the Treasurer's Report as of September 30, 2026: Receipts during September, 2026: $3,330,602.58 Expenditures during September, 2026: $2,272,076.20 Balance as of September 30, 2026: $1,778,527.60 |
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6.B. Investment Report
Description:
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board to approve the attached Investment Report for September, 2026.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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7. Approval of Bill Listings
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7.A. Approval of General Fund Bill Listings
Description:
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board to approve General Fund Bill Listing for October 14, 2026, in the amount of $96,296.43 and checks written manually in the month of September, 2026, in the amount of $1,597,170.40 for a total of $1,693,466.83
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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7.B. Approval of Food Service Fund Bills
Description:
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board to approve the Food Service Fund Bill Listing for October 14, 2026 in the amount of $74,543.85, and checks written manually in the month of September, 2026, in the amount of $14.30 for a total of $74,558.15 .
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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8. Personnel
Description:
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board, absent any objection, to accept upon consent all agenda items listed under Personnel; Items 8A through 8D:
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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8.A. Resignations/Retirements
Description:
Approve/accept the following retirements/resignations:
1. Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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8.B. Student Audio Visual Crew/Stream Team
Description:
Approve the following students as Audio Visual Crew and Stream Team for the 2026-27 school year at a rate of $10.00/hour:
Zachary Ligerakis, A/V Crew Killian Quimby, A/V Crew Brodie O'Brien, Stream Team Alexander McConahy, Stream Team Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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8.C. Professional Development/Workshops/Seminars
Description:
Approve/recognize the following professional development/workshops/seminars:
1. Breanna Porras, Paula Lenox, and Kristen Clingerman to the MIU IV for Academic Games coach training on September 11, 2026, and September 14, 2026, at a cost to the District for mileage and substitutes for each teacher. 2. Michella Miller to the MIU IV for Safety Care Initial Training on September 23-24, 2026, at a cost to the District for registration of $185 and mileage for Mrs. Miller. 3. Cindy Nicklas to PIMS 101 webinar on October 1, 2026, at a cost to the District of $95 for registration. 4. Kaylin Collingwood to SCAD Atlanta Campus in Atlanta, GA, for MFA Thesis Exhibition on Oct 13-15, and October 29-30, 2026, at a cost to the District of 5 days of substitutes for Mrs. Collingwood. 5. Nichole Columbus to the MIU IV for Leading the Learning: Facilitating PVAAS Teacher Reporting on October 16, 2026, at a cost to the District of mileage. 6. Christina Lorelli, as a presenter, to the National Council of Teachers English Annual Convention in Philadelphia on November 18-20, 2026, at a cost to the District of registration, substitutes, and one night lodging; approximately $610. 7. James Hoyland to the 2027 NASRO National School Safety Conference in Nashville, TN, on July 3-9, 2027, at an approximate cost of $3200 for registration, mileage, lodging, and meals. These costs will be paid in full with PCCD grant funds. Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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8.D. Additions to the Volunteer and Non-Instructional Substitute Listing for 2026-2027
Description:
Approve the attached list of additions to the Volunteer and Non-Instructional Substitute Listing for the 2026-2027 school year, pending receipt of required documents/clearances.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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9. Committee of the Whole
Description:
It is the recommendation of the Superintendent to the Board, absent any objection, to accept upon consent all agenda items listed under Committee of the Whole; Items 9A through 9H:
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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9.A. Adoption/Second Reading: Policy 701.1, Naming of District Facilities
Description:
Approve the adoption/second reading of the attached policy 701.1, Naming of District Facilities.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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9.B. First Reading of Policies
Description:
Approve a first reading of the following policies:
Policy 102 - Academic Standards Policy 105 - Curriculum Policy 204.1 - Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks (new policy) Policy 209-Health Examinations/Screenings Policy 246- School Wellness Policy 249 - Bullying/Cyberbullying Policy 704 - Maintenance Policy 803 - School Calendar Policy 805.2 - School Security Personnel Policy 822 - Automated External Defibrillators (AED) / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.C. Change of Club Name/Update to Bylaws
Description:
Approve a change in student activity club from K'NEX Club to Laurel Engineering Club and attached updated bylaws.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.D. Creation/Addition of Student Activity Club: Record Club
Description:
Approve the creation/addition of a Record Club as a student activities club for the 2026-27 school year and the attached bylaws. The advisor will be a voluntary position for the 2026-27 year, but will be a paid advisor position per the collective bargaining agreement in future years pending the evaluation of the success of the program.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.E. Creation/Addition of Student Activity Club: Lifetime Sports
Description:
Approve the creation/addition of Lifetime Sports as a student activities club for the 2026-27 school year and the attached bylaws. The advisor will be a voluntary position for the 2026-27 year, but will be a paid advisor position per the collective bargaining agreement in future years pending the evaluation of the success of the program.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.F. Sharon Regional Health System Behavioral Health Services
Description:
Approve the attached agreement with Sharon Regional Health System for partial hospitalization programs Kite Strings and Pathfinders for the 2026-27 school year. If these programs are needed, the District's cost would be for transportation and education.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.G. Novel Approval: 6th Grade
Description:
Approve a new novel for 6th grade for the 26-27 school year entitled George Washington's Socks. See attached explanation.
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes
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9.H. Field Trips/Student Activity Trips
Description:
Approve/recognize the following field trips/student activity trips:
1. Mrs. Ernst and 30 Spanish Club students to Slippery Rock University for World Language and Cultures Competition on October 13, 2026, at a cost to the District for transportation. 2. Mr. Boyer and 4 music and band students to Slippery Rock University to shadow a music major on October 21, 2026, at a cost to the District for transportation. 3. Mr. Pertile, Mr. Wypych, and 40 students to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh for the Builder's Guild on October 23, 2026, at a cost to the District for transportation. 4. Mrs. Boughter, Musical Director, Mrs. Jessica Miles, and Theater Arts Students to the Cleveland Playhouse Square on November 5, 2026, at a cost to the District for transportation. 5. Mr. Pertile, Ms. Scott, and 45 Juniors and Seniors to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh for UPMC Career Ed Event on November 19, 2026, at a cost to the District for transportation. 6. Mr. Daubenspeck and approximately 20 6th grade band members to Wilmington Area High School for 51st Annual Lawrence County Elementary All-Star Band Concert and practice on January 19-21, 2027, at a cost to the District for transportation one-way on January 19 and 20, and both ways on January 21. Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
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10. Comments/Questions from the Floor relative to Non-Agenda Items
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11. New Business
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12. Adjourn the Meeting
Description:
Motion to adjourn the meeting at: ________________
Motion by:___________ Second:__________ Vote: ________Nays; _______Abstain; _______ Ayes |
