October 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting of the Cumberland Valley School District Board of School Directors
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1.
Call to Order, Work Session - Michelle Nestor, President |
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1.A.
Pledge of Allegiance |
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1.B.
Roll Call - Kathleen Milone, Board Secretary |
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1.C.
President's Report & Announcements |
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2.
Committee Reports |
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3.
Informational Reports |
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3.A. CVEA Report - Mario de La Barrera, CVEA President |
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4.
Administrative Discussion Items |
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4.A. |
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4.B. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 314.1 HIV Infection and retirement of Policies 314.1, 414.1 and 514.1 HIV-Aids. (Final Read) - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
The updated PSBA template aligns with Pennsylvania Health and Safety statutes. In consolidating employee-related policies under Section 300, retirement of current policies 314.1, 414.1 and 514.1 is recommended. |
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4.C. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 709 Building Security (Final Read). — Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 709 Building Security was last updated in 2021. The new policy template includes reference to security cameras. Update: Upon second reading of the policy, an additional edit was recommended by Policy Committee Chair Mr. Clancy. Reference to the District's Record Retention policy has been added in the last paragraph of Policy 709. |
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4.D. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 716 Integrated Pest Management. (Final Read). - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 716 updates clarify integrated pest management requirements, including notification timelines, pesticide application signage, and state-aligned definitions. The curriculum integration requirement was removed due to its expiration in state academic standards. Adoption is recommended to reduce legal liability.
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4.E. Administration recommends revisions to Policy 912.1 Research Involving District Students and Staff. (Final Read.) - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
The administration proposes an update to Policy 912.1 for the purpose of providing clarification between research projects of Cumberland Valley High School students (e.g. a science fair project) and the research of an external college, graduate or doctoral students. |
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4.F. Administration recommends adoption of Policy 204.1 Virtual Attendance and Wellness Checks. (First Read) — Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 204.1 is a new, mandated policy which aligns with a new section of the Pennsylvania School Code titled "School District Enrollee Wellness Checks." The policy sets forth requirements for weekly wellness checks for students engaged in remote or online learning.
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4.G. Administration recommends updates to Policy 249 Bullying/Cyberbullying (First Read). - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 249 was last updated in 2023. Pennsylvania School Code requires a review every three years.
The Omnibus Bill amended PA School code. Consequently, policy updates were released in August 2026 to include defined terms for AI or Modified Media and Cyberbullying. Policy language was added to include procedures for investigating a report of alleged bullying and cyberbullying. |
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4.H. Administration recommends approval of the June 30, 2026, balances for the Student Activity Funds, Building Funds, and Trust Funds. (See attachment.) - Michael Dieffenbach
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4.I. Administration recommends approval of a contract with First Student, Inc. for supplemental transportation van services pending solicitor review. - Michael Sokolas
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4.J.
Administration recommends approval of American Music Abroad as a third-party provider of international music travel opportunities for Cumberland Valley School District students, pursuant to Board Policy 913 (Nonschool Organizations/Groups/Individuals) contingent upon receipt of all required documentation. The organization will offer interested students the opportunity to participate in its 2027 Gold Tour of Europe, July 4–21, 2027. Participation is voluntary, and the trip is not sponsored by the Cumberland Valley School District. – Dr. Blanchard |
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4.K. Administration recommends approval of one (1) student Disciplinary Hearing Resolution. - Dr. Runkle
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5.
Public Comment - Michelle Nestor, Board President
Description:
The Cumberland Valley School District Board of School Directors encourages participation in public comment from residents or taxpayers of the Townships of Hampden, Middlesex, Monroe and Silver Spring.
Per board policy, individuals must complete and submit a comment card prior to the start of the public comment period. Speakers will be acknowledged by the chairperson after submitting the completed card. Each speaker will be allotted five (5) minutes for public comment. Members of the public may also send written communications to the full Board of School Directors and the Superintendent via the email address: Schoolboard@cvschools.org. |
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6.
Board Discussion Items |
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6.A.
Discussion and deliberation regarding the designation of an additional CVSD School Board Director to serve as a voting delegate, along with Mrs. Nestor and Mr. Clancy, at the 2026 Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) Delegate Assembly on November 7, 2026. The District may designate up to three representatives. No formal Board vote is necessary, as this item is for discussion and deliberation only. |
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7.
Adjourn Work Session - Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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8.
Call to Order, Regular Board Meeting — Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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8.A. President's Procedural Statement: For each motion voted upon by the board, board members' votes will be recorded in the affirmative unless a board member votes in the negative or abstains from voting. - Michelle Nestor |
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9.
Approval of the Agenda |
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10.
Approval of the Minutes - Michelle Nestor, Board President |
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10.A. Approval of the minutes of the October 5, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting.
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11.
Statements of the Treasurer |
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11.A. Reapproval of the following Statements of the Treasurer for the month of August 2026 — Michael Dieffenbach
Description:
Reapproval is requested due to an incorrect attachment included with the September 21, 2026 meeting agenda.
General Fund Capital Reserve Fund Athletic Fund Bond Construction Fund Cafeteria Fund Construction Fund
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11.B. Approval of the following Statements of the Treasurer for the month of September 2026 — Michael Dieffenbach
Description:
General Fund Capital Reserve Fund Athletic Fund Bond Construction Fund Cafeteria Fund Construction Fund
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Monthly Bill List - Approval of the Bill Lists for the Month of September 2026
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12.A. Motion to approve General Fund Check No. 99207 through 99593 for $6,397,860.92
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12.B. Motion to approve Athletic Fund Check No. 20577 through 20604 for $64,869.58
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12.C. Motion to approve Cafeteria Fund Check No. 6004 through 6043 for $208,839.22
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12.D. Motion to approve Bond Construction Fund Check No. 152 through 160 for $2,517,561.97
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12.E. Motion to approve Bond Construction Fund 26 Check No. 2 through 11 for $1,874,251.97
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12.F. Motion to approve Capital Reserve Fund Check No. 827 through 829 for $817,122.85
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13.
Action Items |
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13.A. Administration recommends adoption of School Board Policies as listed. — Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 306 Employment of Summer School Staff Policy 314.1 HIV Infection Policy 709 Building Security Policy 716 Integrated Pest Management |
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13.B. Administration recommends retirement of School Board Policies as listed. - Dr. Blanchard
Description:
Policy 406 Employment of Summer School Staff Policy 314.1 HIV /AIDS (Professional Employees Section) Policy 414.1 HIV/AIDS Policy 514.1 HIV/AIDS |
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13.C. Administration recommends approval of updates to Policy 912.1 Research Involving District Students and Staff. - Dr.Blanchard
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13.D. Administration recommends approval of the June 30, 2026, balances for the Student Activity Funds, Building Funds, and Trust Funds. (See attachment.) - Michael Dieffenbach
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13.E. Administration recommends approval of a contract with First Student, Inc. for supplemental transportation van services pending solicitor review. - Michael Sokolas
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13.F.
Administration recommends approval of American Music Abroad as a third-party provider of international music travel opportunities for Cumberland Valley School District students, pursuant to Board Policy 913 (Nonschool Organizations/Groups/Individuals) contingent upon receipt of all required documentation. The organization will offer interested students the opportunity to participate in its 2027 Gold Tour of Europe, July 4–21, 2027. Participation is voluntary, and the trip is not sponsored by the Cumberland Valley School District. – Dr. Blanchard |
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13.G. Administration recommends approval of one (1) student Disciplinary Hearing Resolution. - Dr. Runkle
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14.
Personnel Actions |
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14.A. Administration recommends approval of the following Consent Agenda items. - Tim Cohen
Description:
Approval of the following STS Guest Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. (See attachment)
Approval of the following child-rearing leaves: Emily Muffitt, 1st Grade Teacher, HA, beginning on or around March 17, 2027, and ending on or around May 3, 2027 Approval of the following retirement: Clara Evans, Custodian I, HS, retiring after 15 years of service to the district, effective 12/31/2026 Approval of the following resignations: Candice Ausherman - Food Service Aide/HS/10/02/2026 Perry Capurro - Educational Assistant II/HS/10/08/2026 Kathryn Pugh - Food Service Aide/HS/10/02/2026 Chelsea Stackfield - Certified School Nurse/WC/10/16/2026 Leara Swartz - Teacher's Assistant/SpH/10/02/2026 Julius Woods - Educational Assistant I/CV9/10/30/2026
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14.B. Administration recommends approval of the following for employment (employment is contingent upon receipt of all necessary clearances and verification forms) - Tim Cohen
Description:
Maria Bernal Lopez, Educational Assistant I, HS, full-time, replacement, effective 10/13/2026; $19.35 per hour Jama Choquette, Educational Assistant II, HS, full-time, replacement, effective TBD; $20.10 per hour Kamar Essfar, Educational Assistant III, HA, full-time, replacement, effective TBD; $20.60 per hour William Evans, Custodian I, HS, full time, replacement, effective TBD; $18.00 per hour Jamie Geiling, Educational Assistant II, MV, full time, replacement, effective TBD; $20.10 per hour Angel Jones, Educational Assistant III, MV, full-time, new, effective TBD; $20.60 per hour Robert Jones, Educational Assistant I, MV, full-time, new, effective TBD; $19.35 per hour AnnaShae Mason, Educational Assistant III, SpH, full-time, replacement, effective TBD; $20.60 per hour Anna Richey, Science Teacher, HS, full-time, replacement, effective TBD; $64,025.00 BS Step 1, Education - Juniata College, 2021 Lindsay Shearer, 2nd Grade Teacher, SpH, full-time, new, effective TBD; $64,025.00 BS Step 1, Education - Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2025 |
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14.C.
Administration recommends approval of the following transfers. - Tim Cohen
Description:
Wendy Shirvinski, transferring from Food Service Aide (4.25 hours per day), CV9, to Food Service II (7.5 hours per day), HS, at an hourly rate of $19.60, effective 10/26/2026
Alma Zeljkovic, transferring from Autistic Support Teacher, HA, to Educational Assistant III (7.5 hours per day), GR, at an hourly rate of $21.60, effective 10/13/2026 |
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15.
Superintendent's Report - Dr. Blanchard, Superintendent |
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16.
Other Business - Michelle Nestor, Board President
Description:
The Board President will call for additional business any member of the Board of School Directors may wish to present. |
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17.
Adjourn Regular Board Meeting — Michelle Nestor, President |
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18.
Informational Items |
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18.A.
2026-2027 Regular Meetings of the Board of School Directors
Description:
All regular meetings of the Board of School Directors are scheduled to take place in the District Office Boardroom at 7:00 p.m. Schedule and/or location are subject to change. Please check the district website under the School Board tab for updates.
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18.B. The Redistribution Committee of the School Board of Directors will hold a public meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026, in the auditorium at the Ninth Grade Academy ("CV9") located at 451 Skyport Road, Mechanicsburg, PA, to share the recommended plan for the adjustment of elementary and middle school attendance boundaries effective at the start of the 2027-2028 school year. Residents and taxpayers will have an opportunity to make public comment at the public meeting.
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