The Board met in regular session on Thursday, March 16, with President Guistwhite presiding.
Cedar Cliff High School’s JROTC Color Guard presented the colors for the evening. JROTC members included Freshmen Rolando Dana, William Kollas, and Nicholas Toto with Senior Benjamin Kruleski.
The National Anthem was performed by members of Cedar Cliff High School's Orchestra. Musicians included Sophomore Joan Olson and Juniors Caleb Masshardt and Valerie Weigner.
Minutes
The minutes of the meetings held on February 9, 2023, and February 16, 2023, were approved.
Treasurer’s Report
The Board filed the Treasurer’s Report for the month ending February 28, 2023, showing invested and available funds of $55,420,149.59.
Communications
Legal Update
Dr. Stoltz indicated the latest legal update from the solicitor’s office was available for Board members.
Student Discipline
The Board approved the student disciplinary case as presented.
Recognition by the Board
Youth Art Month
Once again this year, the District partnered with Lamar Advertising and our Partners in Education to celebrate Youth Art Month with a community-wide billboard display. Mrs. Fourhman presented each of our 18 student billboard artists with a framed copy of their billboard as a token of appreciation. A complete list of featured artists, their sponsors, and teachers can be viewed on the District website.
Student Reports
Cedar Cliff Senior Benjamin Kruleski and Red Land Senior Haley Kennedy shared their experiences at their respective high schools and their future plans.
Board Reports and Shout Outs
Mrs. Tierney provided information about the West Shore Foundation's participation in the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community fundraiser and invited the community to participate.
Mrs. Crocenzi shared that three of our York Adams Academy students are expected to graduate in the coming months. She also praised the students involved in Cedar Cliff High School's production of Beauty and the Beast on their performance in the musical.
Mrs. Crocenzi and Mr. Kapranos provided an overview of their Board visit to Red Mill Elementary School.
Mrs. Moyer publicly acknowledged Dorothy "Dottie" Clark of New Cumberland for her service to the community and shared her condolences to the Clark family.
Mr. C. Kambic added his thanks to the staff of Red Mill for their warm welcome and for inviting him to be a guest reader during Read Across America Week.
Mr. Guistwhite recognized the Red Land school community on raising over $44,000 during its mini-THON efforts and shared that he volunteered as a chaperone for the event.
Dr. Stoltz shared that during the Board's visit to Red Mill, Ms. Kessel had the gym set up for glow bowling and recognized the elementary physical education department for bringing glow bowling to our schools.
Mr. F. Kambic congratulated the Cedar Cliff Girls Basketball team on advancing to the PIAA State Championship Semifinals and Red Land High School Junior Corrine Armes on qualifying for the AAA State Diving Championships.
Opportunity for Student and Public Comments
Business Items
No students or members of the public addressed the Board.
Business Items
Bills for Approval
The Board approved bills for the period February 16, 2023, through March 8, 2023, listing checks which totalled $2,729,619.79.
Personnel & Budgetary Transfers
The Board approved all personnel items and budgetary transfers as presented.
Transfers to General Fund Assigned Fund Balance & Capital Reserve Fund
The Board approved the transfers to the General Fund Assigned Fund Balance and Capital Reserve Fund Balance as presented.
Staff Attendance at Professional Meetings
The Board approved requests for staff attendance at professional meetings as presented.
Windstream Communications Contract for WAN Services
The District’s WAN (Wide Area Network) connects 13 buildings to allow access to network and online resources. The District released an RFP and a total of six vendors submitted qualified bids. The District reviewed each proposal and based on the totality of the bid with the yearly service cost, one-time special construction costs, and installation timeline of the WAN, the Board authorized a seven-year contract with Windstream Communications for WAN Services.
CDWG Proposal for WAN Equipment
The Board authorized approval on an equipment proposal from CDWG for equipment required to connect 13 District buildings to the District WAN.
e-Rate Approvals
For the 2023-2024 school year, the Technology Department will purchase required connectors, networking, and wireless equipment for Old Trail Intermediate School and Fairview Intermediate School. This equipment will be funded in part through the e-Rate program which allows school districts to receive federal reimbursement for technology infrastructure purchases and services. One of the requirements for using e-Rate funds is the posting of a request for proposals available to all eligible vendors. The Board accepted proposals from the lowest responsible bidders meeting specifications as presented.
Intermediate School Change Orders
The Board approved four change orders for Fairview and/or Old Trail Intermediate Schools totaling $131,879.96.
Addendum with BTI School Services
BTI School Services, LLC has agreed to provide school-based behavioral health services with a Behavior Analyst Assistant (BAA). By committing to the terms in advance, BTI has secured professional staff and will offer the current school year rate. The Board approved an addendum for 2023-2024 for school-based behavior support provided by BTI.
Information Items
English Grades 9-12 Novels
The English Department is in the research and adoption phase of the Instructional Design Cycle. Dr. Whye provided an overview of the textbooks and novels recommended by the department to support instruction at the high school level.
Opportunity for Student and Public Comments
General Items
No students addressed the Board. For a list of in person public comments discussed, please refer to the Board minutes which will be approved at the April 20, Board Meeting.