August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Combined Work/Business Meeting
| Regular Board | |
| Attendance Taken on 8/17/2026 at 7:00 PM | |
| Carolyn Riley | Present |
| Nina Russakoff | Present |
| Nancy Campbell | Present |
| Katie Costandino | Present |
| Laura Igoe | Present |
| Jonathan Litwinowicz | Present |
| Lisa Smith | Present |
| Jason Tucker | Present |
| Patrick Wicks | Present |
| Present: 9, Absent: 0 | |
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1. OPENING
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1.1. Call to Order
Type:
Procedural
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm
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1.2. Open Public Meeting Statement
Type:
Procedural
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
Public Content:
Notice is hereby given that the Board of School Directors of the School District of Jenkintown (the "Board") shall convene its Combined Work Session/Business Meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room. The Pennsylvania Open Public Meetings Law was enacted to ensure the right of the public to have advance notice of and to attend the meetings of public bodies at which any business affecting their interests is discussed or acted upon. In accordance with the provisions of this Act, The School District of Jenkintown School Directors has caused notice of this meeting to be given by having the date, time and place advertised in The Intelligencer newspaper on December 21, 2025, as well as posted on the School District's website and in the Administration Office.
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1.3. FLAG SALUTE
Type:
Action Item
Public Content:
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1.4. Roll Call
Type:
Procedural
Speaker(s):
Board Secretary
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1.5. Announcement of Executive Session(s)
Type:
Information
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
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2. BUSINESS MEETINGS: COMMENTS FROM STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES - NONE
Type:
Information
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3. BOARD MEETING PRESENTATION
Type:
Presentation
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3.1. Student Prevention Programming Presentation
Type:
Presentation
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Ashley Geary
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3.2. PAYS Survey 2025-26 Presentation
Type:
Presentation
Speaker(s):
Mr. Thomas Roller
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4. PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Type:
Discussion
Public Content:
This meeting will now be open to the public for comments on specific Agenda Items only. District residents present at a Board meeting may address the Board in accordance with law and Board procedures and policy. If your comment pertains to students, personnel, litigation or negotiations, we ask that you see the Superintendent after the meeting since the Board does not generally discuss such items in public. Community input at all regular, special and committee meetings is limited to three (3) minutes per speaker unless extended by the Board President or by the majority of the Board upon motion by a Board member.
After the initial three-minute comment period ends, the Board will respond to questions or comments raised during that time when a response is appropriate and feasible. If the Board provides a response and you wish to ask a follow-up question or clarify your point, you may use an additional two minutes. This follow-up opportunity is optional, and the Board will manage the process to ensure that all speakers have a fair chance to participate. We recognize that this may extend the length of our public comment periods. We will review the effectiveness of this pilot after we have used it for a period of time. Our intent is to improve public dialogue in a manner that allows for more back-and-forth while maintaining an equitable and orderly process for everyone. Before you begin, please state your name and address.
Discussion:
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5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Type:
Minutes
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the minutes as presented.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - FINANCE
Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.1. Real Estate Assessments and Appeals Update
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of Directors review the Real Estate Assessment and Appeals Update.
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6.1.a. 430 Clement Road Assessment Appeal
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the stipulation agreement and order to settle for 430 Clement Rd, as presented.
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6.1.b. 821 Homestead Road Assessment Appeal
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the stipulation agreement and order to settle for 821 Homestead Rd, as presented.
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6.2. Acceptance of Donations
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the Board of Directors accept the donations to the District as presented.
Public Content:
Glenn Morris recurring monthly donation through PayPal $10.00, minus PayPal fee
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6.3. Resolution for the School District of Jenkintown to request a Public School Facility Improvement grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the Board of Directors approve the Resolution for the School District of Jenkintown to request a Public School Facility Improvement grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority in the amount of $934,434.00
Public Content:
Grant funds are requested for the following:
The grant requires a 25% local match. Grant awards are expected to be announced in late fall 2026 or early 2027.
Attachments:
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6.4. Approval of Transportation Services for Eastern Center for Arts & Techology for the 2026–2027 School Year
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the Letter of Commitment with Philly Trans to provide transportation services for the District's Eastern students for the 2026-2027 school year, effective September 1, 2026, at a rate of $330 per day, for an estimated annual cost of $59,400
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6.5. Approval of the contract with the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) for Payroll and Child Accounting support services.
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It it recommended the Board of Directors approve the contract with the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) for payroll and child accounting support services in the amount of $109,800, as presented.
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7. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - FACILITIES/OPERATIONS
Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7.1. Facilties Use Request
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the Board of Directors approve the facility use requests, as presented.
Public Content:
Facility Use Requests:
1. Jenkintown Youth Activities - Soccer Fall 2026 2. Jesse Hill Memorial
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7.2. Maintenance Reports
Type:
Information
Public Content:
Contact Person: Michael Nickerson, Facilities Manager
Attachments:
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8. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - SPECIAL EDUCATION
Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8.1. Approval of Educational Services Agreement, as presented.
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the Educational Services Agreement, as presented.
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8.2. Behavior Interventions Professional Services Agreement
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the Behavioral Interventions Professional Services Agreement, as presented.
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8.3. Approval of the Independent Contractor Agreement with The Center for Family Empowerment, LLC.
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve The Center for Family Empowerment, LLC, as presented.
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8.4. Approval of ProCare Therapy Addendum
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the Procare Therapy Addendum, as presented.
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8.5. Approval of Extended School Year Tuition with Overbrook School for the Blind
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the School Board of Directors approve the ESY Tuition with Overbrook School for the Blind, as presented.
Public Content:
Tuition Agreement between the Overbrook School for the Blind and The Jenkintown School District for the 2026 Summer Extended School Year.
Total Cost - $6,720.00 |
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8.6. Approval of the Alternative Transportation Services Agreement
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the Alternative Transportation Services Agreement, as presented.
Public Content:
The district is contracting with FirstAlt to provide transportation services for students with special needs. Student safety and family communication remain top priorities. FirstAlt vehicles are equipped with cameras, providing an additional layer of safety. Parents and the district also have access to real-time route tracking, allowing us to monitor student's transportation and stay informed about pick-up and drop-off.
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9. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - TECHNOLOGY
Type:
Action Item
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9.1. Approval of the Devine Brothers Inc Service Work Order.
Type:
Action (Consent) Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of School Directors approve the service work order with Devine Brothers Inc, as presented.
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10. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - EDUCATION
Type:
Action Item
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11. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - PERSONNEL
Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.1. Personnel Report
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the Personnel Report, as presented.
Public Content:
The August Personnel Report reflects staffing updates in preparation for the 2026-2027 school year, including new professional and support staff appointments, co-curricular and athletic positions, and other personnel changes to support District programs and operations.
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11.2. Tenure Report
Type:
Information
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board acknowledge and record the attainment of professional employee status for the employees identified in the attached Tenure Report, pursuant to Section 1108 of the Pennsylvania Public School Code.
Public Content:
The attached Tenure Report identifies temporary professional employees who have satisfied the statutory requirements for attainment of professional employee (tenured) status under the Pennsylvania Public School Code.
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11.3. Secretary to the Elementary School Principal Position Description
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
The Administration recommends that the Board of School Directors approve the revised Secretary to the Elementary School Principal Position Description, as presented.
Public Content:
Administration recommends Board approval of the revised Secretary to the Elementary School Principal Position Description, as presented. The revised position description more clearly defines the qualifications, responsibilities, and expectations of the position and reflects the administrative and operational needs of the Elementary School.
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11.4. Approval of the Contract with Scott Eveslage, Ed.D. and The School District of Jenkintown
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the contract with Scott Eveslage, Ed.D. and The School District of Jenkintown in the amount of $500
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12. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
Type:
Action Item
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13. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (Agenda Items) - SAFETY REPORTS
Type:
Information
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14. OLD BUSINESS (DISCUSSION)
Type:
Discussion
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15. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION)
Type:
Discussion
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15.1. Liaison Reports
Type:
Action Item
Public Content:
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16. BUSINESS MEETING : SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Type:
Information
Speaker(s):
Dr. Brea D'Angelo
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17. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON AGENDA ITEMS
Type:
Action Item
Public Content:
This meeting will now be open to the public for comments on Non-Agenda Items only. District residents present at a Board meeting may address the Board in accordance with law and Board procedures and policy. If your comment pertains to students, personnel, litigation or negotiations, we ask that you see the Superintendent after the meeting since the Board does not generally discuss such items in public. Community input at all regular, special and committee meetings is limited to three (3) minutes per speaker unless extended by the Board President or by the majority of the Board upon motion by a Board member. Please state your name and address.
Discussion:
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18. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Type:
Action Item
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18.1. Resolution for Executive Session
Type:
Action Item
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
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18.2. Return to Public Meeting
Type:
Action Item
Recommended Action:
The Board of Directors will not reconvene the public meeting after the executive session and not votes will be held.
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19. ADJOURNMENT
Type:
Action Item
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19.1. Adjourn the meeting
Type:
Action Item
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Carolyn Riley
Recommended Action:
Motion to adjourn the meeting
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 pm.
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