October 22, 2026 at 6:45 PM - Special/Agenda Prep Meeting
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1. OPENING OF MEETING
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1.A. Call to Order: Board President
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1.B. Roll Call: Board Secretary
Description:
Steve Frye - President Nancy Findish - Vice President Josh Campbell Mike Dorohovich Dan Lynch Clint McChesney Chad McIntire Daniel Schall Donna Showalter |
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1.C. Pledge of Allegiance
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1.D. Executive Session Recap: Solicitor
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2. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Description:
Four A's Focus - ARTS
Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA) Designation for DASD as an outstanding visual arts community for the 2025-2026 school year. Teacher Recognition Mrs. Kristen Anderson (GV) Mrs. Bethany Perri (MS) Mr. Brian Sabo (HS) |
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3. PRESENTATIONS
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4. COMMITTEE REPORTS
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5. VISITOR COMMENTS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
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6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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7. APPROVAL OF BILLS
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8. APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS
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9. PERSONNEL - RESIGNATIONS/RETIREMENTS/LEAVES
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9.A. Resignation K-8 E-Academy Coordinator
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to accept the resignation of Sean Myers as the K-8 E-Academy Coordinator effective October 23, 2026 or date as mutually agreed upon.
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10. PERSONNEL - EMPLOYMENT
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10.A. Employ Technology Support Specialist
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to employ Luke Joseph as a Technology Support Specialist, effective upon release from current employer, at a salary of $50,000, prorated for the 2026-2027 school year, and benefits as per the individual employment contract, pending receipt of all necessary paperwork and clearances.
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10.B. Employ Middle School Student Council Advisor Supplemental
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to employ Angel Scalamogna as the Middle School Student Council Advisor, effective for the 2026-2027 school year, at a supplemental rate as determined by the DAEA contract.
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10.C. Employ Grade 2 Grade Level Lead Supplemental
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to employ Bobbi Jo O'Hanlon as the Grade 2 Grade Level Lead, effective October 23, 2026, at a supplemental rate as determined by the DAEA contract, prorated for the 2026-2027 school year.
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10.D. 2026-2027 Substitutes
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the attached list of substitutes for the 2026-2027 school year, pending receipt of all required clearances and documentation.
Attachments:
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11. PERSONNEL - CONFERENCES
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11.A. Infusing East Asia into K-12 Curriculum Workshop
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve employee #539 to attend the Infusing East Asia into K-12 Curriculum Workshop held at Saint Vincent College, in Latrobe, PA on October 28, 2026, at an estimated cost of $150 paid with District funds.
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12. ATHLETICS
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12.A. Employ Winter & Spring Strength & Conditioning Coach
Description:
Fall season Strength & Conditioning Coach will remain vacant.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to employ Joseph Mylant as the Winter and Spring Seasons Strength & Conditioning Coach effective for the 2026-2027 school year, at a salary for $2,500 per season, pending receipt of all necessary clearances and paperwork.
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12.B. Athletic Equipment/Uniform Disposals
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to dispose of the attached list of obsolete and damaged inventory in accordance with board policy 706.1 (Disposal of Surplus Property and Equipment).
Attachments:
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13. BUSINESS AFFAIRS
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13.A. Adelphoi Village Day Treatment Agreement
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to renew an agreement with Adelphoi Village, Inc. for Day Treatment services on an as-needed basis for the 2026-2027 school year.
Attachments:
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13.B. River Rock Academy Agreements
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve an agreement with River Rock Academy, LLC for Alternative Education and Secondary & Elementary Services on an as-needed basis for the 2026-2027 school year.
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13.C. Ignite Education Solutions Contract Addition
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve an agreement with Ignite Education Services to provide two additional Personal Care Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year.
Attachments:
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13.D. Tax Assessment Appeal Appraisal Services
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the proposal by Provident Real Estate Advisors, LLC to provide real estate appraisal services for the district at an amount of $3,250 as it relates to an ongoing real estate tax assessment appeal.
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13.E. 2026-2027 Volunteers
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the attached Volunteer list for the 2026-2027 school year.
Attachments:
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13.F. Field Trips & After School Activities
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the enclosed field trips and after school activities, pending conditions at the time of the event.
Attachments:
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13.G. Bus Drivers & Aides
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the attached Smith Bus Drivers & Aides for the 2026-2027 school year, pending receipt of all necessary paperwork and clearances.
Attachments:
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13.H. 2027 PSBA Officer Elections
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to authorize the Board Secretary to cast votes for the 2027 PSBA Delegates as follows:
President-elect: Matt Vannoy (only candidate) or abstain:
Vice President: Kristy Bolte (only candidate) or abstain:
Treasurer: David Hein (only candidate) or abstain:
PSBA Insurance Trustees (Choose two): Marianne L. Neel, Dr. Michael Faccinetto, or abstain.
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14. VISITOR COMMENTS - NON-AGENDA ITEMS
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15. OTHER CONCERNS
Description:
Next meeting date November 5, 2026 - 6:45pm in the High School Audion
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16. ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
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16.A. Adjournment
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to adjourn the meeting.
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