September 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Legislative Meeting

Description:  Congratulations to Mr. Mark Pochron for his 35 years of School Board Service and Mrs. Sarah Ellsworth for her 5 years of School Board Service. Jefferson-Morgan School District and Community appreciate all that you do. 

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We welcome members of the public to speak during the designated public comment portion of tonight’s meeting.

In accordance with Board Policy 800.1, speakers are asked to:

• State their name and address for the public record.
• Limit comments to items on tonight's agenda or issues within the district’s jurisdiction.
• Observe a time limit of three (3) minutes per speaker, with a total public comment period not to exceed thirty (30) minutes.
• Refrain from personal attacks, remarks about staff or students, or comments that violate privacy or Board policy regarding civility and respect.
• Submit any written materials for distribution to the Board in advance, if possible, or leave them with the Superintendent after speaking, and they may distribute them to the board.

If you would like to engage in dialogue with Board members, we encourage you to attend a Planning Committee Meeting, which is generally held on the second Monday of each month at 5:30 PM in the District Office Conference Room. Public comment is also available at the start of each Planning Meeting. Dates and agendas are posted on our district website at www.jmsd.org.

The Superintendent will follow up with any individual who speaks during public comment within 24-48 hours, if requested. Please ensure your name, email address, and phone number are clearly listed on the public comment sign-in sheet to facilitate timely communication.

Thank you for your interest in the Jefferson-Morgan School District.

We value your input and are committed to conducting public dialogue in an orderly and respectful manner

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Board Justification - Executive Session

The Board of School Directors is entering into Executive Session in accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act to discuss matters that are legally required to be held in private. Discussion topics may include personnel matters, legal issues, collective bargaining, safety, or potential litigation.

Executive Sessions provide the Board an opportunity to review sensitive information with the Superintendent, solicitor, or other advisors to ensure informed and lawful decision-making. No official action will be taken during the Executive Session.

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The Board of School Directors entered into Executive Session in accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act to discuss matters that are legally permitted to be held in private.

The Board met in Executive Session for the purpose of conducting interviews for the vacant Baseball and Boys Basketball positions. 

Executive Sessions provide the Board an opportunity to review sensitive and confidential information with the Superintendent, solicitor, or other advisors to ensure informed and lawful decision making. No official action was taken during the Executive Session and any action resulting from these discussions will be considered at a public meeting

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The Board of School Directors entered into Executive Session in accordance with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act to discuss matters that are legally permitted to be held in private.

The Board met in Executive Session on Monday, September 14th, during its regularly scheduled Planning Meeting for the purpose of discussing personnel matters and potential litigation.

Executive Sessions provide the Board an opportunity to review sensitive and confidential information with the Superintendent, solicitor, or other advisors to ensure informed and lawful decision making. No official action was taken during the Executive Session and any action resulting from these discussions will be considered at a public meeting

Description:  The Administration recommends approval of the proposed use of the District’s $132,887 PCCD School Safety and Mental Health Grant allocation. The proposed plan supports school safety personnel, student health services, and physical security improvements aligned with PCCD’s 2026 Physical Security Baseline Criteria. The plan includes $50,000 for a School Police Officer, $25,000 for an additional School Nurse, $15,526 for 22 security bollards, and $42,361 toward MS/HS gymnasium and auditorium interior security door upgrades. PCCD’s baseline criteria address vehicle barriers and building security measures as well as school security personnel.

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The Jefferson Morgan School District participates in the PSBA Policy Maintenance Program to keep district policies current with changes in laws, regulations, and legal requirements. The policies presented for first reading reflect PSBA’s most recent recommended updates. Approval of the first reading begins the formal review process before the policies are presented for final adoption at a future meeting.

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Review and consideration of revisions to Board Policy 237 - Personal Electronic Devices. The proposed revisions modernize the policy to address emerging technologies, including AI enabled wearable devices and smart glasses, strengthen student privacy and safety protections related to unauthorized recording and distribution of images and videos, establish age appropriate expectations for student use of personal electronic devices, and provide administrative flexibility to respond to future changes in technology, educational practices, and applicable laws and regulations. The revisions also authorize the development of administrative procedures to support consistent implementation and enforcement of the District's personal electronic device expectations.

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The district is recommending the purchase of fifteen ScreenBeam 1000EDU Gen 2 devices to support wireless classroom display and instructional technology needs. The total purchase price is $7,920.00 and includes, at no additional cost, three years of Signage+, Alert+, Messaging, and Orchestrate features.

The district currently utilizes Vivi, which carries a recurring cost of approximately $3,375 per year. ScreenBeam requires a larger upfront investment but does not require an annual subscription for the devices to continue operating. The additional software features included with the purchase are complimentary for the first three years and are nonessential to the basic operation of the devices. Once the three-year period expires, the district is not required to renew or purchase those services, and the ScreenBeam devices will continue to function.

This represents a one-time technology investment rather than an ongoing annual subscription expense and was budgeted as part of the district's 2026-2027 technology plan.

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The Jefferson-Morgan School District annually provides school sponsorships to support various student clubs, organizations, and activities. These sponsorships are budgeted as part of the district’s agreement with the Jefferson-Morgan Education Association (JMEA) and are aligned with the collective bargaining agreement.

The purpose of these funds is to ensure equitable opportunities for student involvement, encourage engagement in extracurricular programs, and recognize the valuable contributions of our staff who sponsor and lead these activities. This annual approval is a routine part of district operations and reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting student enrichment beyond the classroom.

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The Jefferson-Morgan School District annually provides school sponsorships to support various student clubs, organizations, and activities. These sponsorships are budgeted as part of the district’s agreement with the Jefferson-Morgan Education Association (JMEA) and are aligned with the collective bargaining agreement.

The purpose of these funds is to ensure equitable opportunities for student involvement, encourage engagement in extracurricular programs, and recognize the valuable contributions of our staff who sponsor and lead these activities. This annual approval is a routine part of district operations and reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting student enrichment beyond the classroom.

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Ms. Lauren Uveges was originally hired in August for the 4.75 hour cafeteria position at the Middle/High School. Following the retirement that created the 6.75 hour cafeteria vacancy, the administration determined that Ms. Uveges’ culinary background and experience made her a strong fit for the expanded position. The administration therefore offered Ms. Uveges the 6.75 hour position to best utilize her experience while meeting the operational needs of the cafeteria program.

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To ensure the safety, organization, and effectiveness of our athletic programs, the Jefferson-Morgan School District requires that all coaching staff—whether paid or volunteer—be formally requested by the head coach of the respective sport and approved by the School Board.

Volunteer coaches are valuable contributors to our programs; however, each must have a clearly defined role established by the head coach prior to board consideration. In addition, all volunteers must submit the required volunteer clearances before participating in any coaching activities. Volunteers must also complete all trainings and courses required for athletic coaches as outlined by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA).

All coaching staff, both paid and volunteer, must be recommended by the varsity head coach of the program prior to board approval.

This process helps maintain the integrity of our programs and supports a safe, well-supervised environment for all student-athletes.

Description:  All trips involving students that require staff supervision and the use of substitute teachers must receive formal board approval to ensure alignment with district policy, budgeting, and liability protocols. Approval ensures transparency, supports instructional planning, and confirms that appropriate resources (such as transportation and substitute coverage) are allocated in advance.

Description:  All trips involving students that require staff supervision and the use of substitute teachers must receive formal board approval to ensure alignment with district policy, budgeting, and liability protocols. Approval ensures transparency, supports instructional planning, and confirms that appropriate resources (such as transportation and substitute coverage) are allocated in advance.

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The administration is recommending entering into a PIAA Girls Wrestling Cooperative Sponsorship Agreement with Central Greene School District for its Junior High Girls Wrestling Program, following interest expressed by Jefferson-Morgan middle school students.

Jefferson-Morgan does not currently have enough participants to sponsor its own junior high girls wrestling program. This cooperative agreement would provide interested Jefferson-Morgan student athletes the opportunity to participate in girls wrestling while remaining enrolled at Jefferson-Morgan. Parents would be responsible for transportation to and from practices and contests.

The cooperative agreement would be subject to approval by both the Jefferson-Morgan and Central Greene School Boards, as well as the PIAA. Participation will be monitored to help determine the future direction of junior high girls wrestling at Jefferson-Morgan.

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October 2026

• October Planning Meeting- Monday, October 12th, 2026- 5:30 pm 
• October School Board Meeting- Monday, October 19th, 2026- 6:30 pm