October 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Committee Meeting with Action
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A. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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B. OPENING OF MEETING
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B.1. Call to Order
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B.2. Moment of Silence and Salute to the Flag
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B.3. Board Member Comments
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B.4. Superintendent's Report
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B.5. Public Comments
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C. EDUCATION - Allison Mathis - Committee Chair
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C.1. Education Report
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C.2. MOU with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh with Highcliff Elementary
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Description of Request: That the Board approve the MOU with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh with Highcliff Elementary. Relevant Facts: Highcliff Elementary School is requesting approval of the attached MOU with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh (BBBSPGH) to participate in the site-based mentoring program called Bigs in Blue. If approved, officers from Ross Township will mentor individual students for one hour every other Wednesday beginning at the end of October. The program is designed to improve the participating students social emotional skills, sense of belonging, sense of future, and avoidance of risky behaviors. Mentors and their assigned students will discuss topics such as friendship and appropriate interactions with peers and adults. The school will select the students and facilitate communication with parents/guardians about the program as well as request permission for the students to participate. If additional officers are needed as mentors, BBBSPGH will seek volunteers from the PA State Police and/or Allegheny County Police. Other Important Information: Highcliff and BBBSPGH agree that each party shall pay its own fees, costs, and expense of those of its agents, independent contractors, consultants, in connection with this MOU.
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C.3. Title I Services Addendum between North Hills School District and Allegheny Intermediate Unit
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Description of Request: A request is being made to approve an agreement with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU) to provide Title I reading and math services to eligible students who live in North Hills School District yet attend non-public schools during the 2026-2027 school year. Relevant Facts: Eligible students must live in Highcliff and West View attendance areas. Other Important Information: A contract must be signed by the district and the AIU - see attached. Budget Impact: The 2026-27 Title I allotment to service non-public students is $12,236.00. The funds will be used for pupil instruction, and the AIU will provide opportunity for parental involvement and teacher professional development.
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C.4. 2027-2028 Academic Calendar
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A request for the Board to approve the Academic Calendar for the 2027-2028 school year.
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C.5. Acceptance of PPG Innovative Classroom Grants
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Description of Request:
A request is being made to approve two PPG Foundation Innovative Classroom Grant awards in the amounts of $993.60 and $998.00, respectively. The purpose of these grants is to stimulate student interest and achievement in STEM-related subjects. Relevant Facts: This opportunity was brought to the attention of High School Principal Kevin McKiernan by PPG’s Britt McAtee, Ph.D. DABT, Senior Manager, Global Toxicology and Food Contact EHS/Product Stewardship. District Technology Education Curriculum Leader Reuben Clark prepared the applications and in concert with Principal McKiernan, submitted the applications and supporting documentation as requested. Dr. Britt was instrumental in ushering these applications through the approval process. Copies of the approved applications are attached. Budget Impact: The District will not be required to provide any matching funds for these initiatives. |
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C.6. A motion to add Education Items to the Legislative Meeting Agenda
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D. ATHLETICS, ACTIVITIES & STUDENT SERVICES - Phil Little - Committee Chair
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D.1. Athletics, Activities & Student Services Report
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E. FINANCE & OPERATIONS - Samantha Ellwood - Committee Chair
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E.1. Finance & Operations Report
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E.2. General Fund Bills
Description:
That the Board ratify General Fund Bills, per the attached.
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E.3. Food Service Fund Bills
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That the Board ratify Food Service Fund Bills, per the attached.
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E.4. Capital Project Fund Bills
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That the Board ratify Capital Project Fund Bills, per the attached.
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E.5. Payroll for the Month of September 2026 in the amount of $3,731,665.86
Description:
That the Board approve Payroll for the Month of September 2026 in the amount of $3,731,665.86.
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E.6. Resolution 2026-05 - Authorizing Participation by North Hills School District in and Appointment of Representatives to the Allegheny Intermediate Unit Joint Purchasing Program
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Description of Request:
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E.7. A motion to add Finance & Operations Items to the Legislative Meeting Agenda
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F. PERSONNEL & LEGAL MATTERS - Dee Spade - Committee Chair
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F.1. Appointments
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That the Board approve the following appointments, per attached.
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F.2. Change of Status
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That the Board approve the following Change of Status, per attached.
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F.3. Other
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Memorandum of Understanding - Act 93
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F.4. A motion to approve Personnel Items
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G. POLICY & LEGISLATION - Sandra Kozera - Committee Chair
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G.1. Policy & Legislation Report
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G.2. ACTION ITEM - Second Reading - Policy 102 - Academic Standards - Revisions
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G.3. ACTION ITEM - Second Reading - Policy - 204.1 - Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks - New
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G.4. ACTION ITEM - Second Reading - Policy 273 - Club Sports - Revisions
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G.5. ACTION ITEM - Second Reading - Policy 803 - School Calendar - Revisions
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G.6. A motion to approve Policy & Legislation Items
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H. A.W. BEATTIE CAREER CENTER - Rachael Rennebeck & Dee Spade - Appointed Members
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H.1. A.W. Beattie Career Center Report
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I. CLOSING OF MEETING
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I.1. Announcements
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I.2. Adjournment
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