October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Committee as a Whole
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1. Call to Order
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2. Special Presentations
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2.1. Bond Refinancing Discussion
Description:
Scott Shearer, PFM will be in attendance to discuss an upcoming bond refinancing opportunity and propose the Board adopt a Parameters Resolution for the refinancing.
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2.2. Discussion of Resolution in Opposition of Project Atlas
Speaker(s):
Dr. Mark Madson & Mr. Matt Tranter
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2.3. Chief Science Officer Research Initiative
Speaker(s):
Aaditri Suresh, Megan Clark, Rishi Ponda, Nolan Kishbaugh
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3. Academics, Arts and Athletics Updates
Speaker(s):
Ms. Carol Facchiano
Description:
Committee Members:
Carol Facchiano, Chairperson Alyssa Beckwith Marisa Ziegler |
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3.1. Artificial Intelligence at Parkland School District
Speaker(s):
Dr. Thomas Derhammer & Mr. JR Renna
Description:
The administration will provide information on how staff and students are using Artificial Intelligence within our District.
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3.2. Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)
Speaker(s):
Mr. Nathan Davidson
Description:
Parkland High School Principal, Mr. Nathan Davidson, will present an update on a review of a JROTC program at PHS.
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3.3. PPL Agreement for Parkland High School Graduation
Speaker(s):
Mr. Nathan Davidson
Description:
The proposed graduation date for Parkland High School is June 2, 2027.
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3.4. Psychologist Agreements
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3.4.1. Tara Dugas Agreement
Description:
This Independent Contract Agreement allows the Parkland School District to contract with Ms.Tara Dugas, a certified school psychologist, to provide psychological services for Parkland students at the cost of $105 per hour. The term of the agreement is for one year, with one-year renewals unless otherwise terminated as set forth in the agreement.
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3.4.2. Rachel Westgate Agreement
Description:
This Independent Contract Agreement allows the Parkland School District to contract with Ms. Rachel Westgate, a certified school psychologist, to provide psychological services for Parkland students at the cost of $105 per hour. The agreement term is one year, with one year renewals unless terminated as set forth in the agreement.
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3.5. 2027-2028 School Calendar
Speaker(s):
Dr. Timothy Chorones
Description:
The Administration brings forth its proposed draft calendar for 2027-2028 school year. The calendar was drafted in collaboration with LCTI and the eight other Lehigh County School Districts.
In addition, the Administration plans to continue its use of Remote Learning Days for emergency closings that may occur.
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3.6. DeSales University Dual Credit Agreement
Speaker(s):
Dr. Michelle Minotti
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3.7. Overnight and Out-of-State Field Trips
Speaker(s):
Dr. Michelle Minotti
Description:
Out-of-State Field Trip:
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3.8. AAA - Informational Only
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3.8.1. ESL Parent Night
Description:
On Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 5:30-7:00 PM, the ESL Staff will hold a fall family gathering at the Parkland Community Library.
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3.8.2. EWLE Information
Description:
EWLE begins on October 14th and runs for 8 weeks on a Wednesday.
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3.8.3. Professional Development Day Plans
Description:
On October 12th we had a Professional Development Day where staff were engaged with a variety of activities to support professional growth.
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3.8.4. 2026 PSSA and Keystone Test Results
Description:
The release of the official 2026 PSSA and Keystone state test results by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has been delayed due to ongoing analysis of statewide comparison data and the transition to a fully online testing format.
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4. Facilities and Operations Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Jay Rohatgi
Description:
Committee Members:
Jay Rohatgi, Chairperson Lisa Roth Matthew D. Weimann |
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4.1. Food Services Update
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Casey Troutman
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4.1.1. Equipment Replacement: Reach-In Refrigerator at Cetronia Elementary
Description:
The current reach-in cooler at Cetronia Elementary has developed a leak. Service technicians noted that the unit is obsolete and have been unable to find replacement parts to complete the repair. Due to it's age and condition, the recommendation is to replace the unit. This item will be paid for from the Food Services fund.
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4.1.2. Meal Count Updates
Description:
The charts below show a comparison of 24/25 and 25/26 meal counts. District wide there was 3.2% decrease in breakfast participation driven by a decrease at the secondary level. Lunch participation saw a 2.2% increase district wide.
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4.1.3. Share Table Update
Description:
The final donation total from the 2025-2026 school year was 18,601 pounds of food through the partnership with iHave iNeed.
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4.1.4. Summer Feeding Update
Description:
The Food Services Department served 16,790 total meals during the summer of 2026, averaging 185 students per week.
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4.2. BuckledIn Transportation Agreement
Description:
The Administration recommends that the School Board approve the student transportation services agreement with Assist Services, LLC, d/b/a Buckled In (Beaverton, Oregon) for a two-year initial term from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with automatic 1-year renewals.
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4.3. Insurance Claim Release
Description:
The Administration has been working with the claims' adjuster from Erie Insurance regarding the property damage at Troxell. The district is recommending approval of the attached release in order to receive reimbursement of $25,000 to offset the cost to fix the damage to the softball backstop.
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4.4. HS Project Update
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4.5. Change Order Authorization
Description:
Change Order OC-004
30" Pipe replacement at Basin 30" Pipe Under Driveway
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4.6. Change Order Authorization
Description:
Pool Painting Credit
Bulletin 9 Credit Bulletin 13 Credit
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4.7. BID Award for OMS Gravity Sewer
Description:
Approval of Twining Construction Co. to perform the OMS Sanitary Sewer Construction as part of the Vision 2030 Plan. With the selection of Alternate #2 at a cost of $725,230. The original budget for this project was $905,492.25
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5. Policy and Finance Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Chris Pirrotta
Description:
Committee Members:
Chris Pirrotta, Chairperson David J. Hein Jon Macklin |
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5.1. Real Estate Tax Collections Report for August
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5.2. 2026-27 School Safety and Mental Health Grants
Description:
The Administration is seeking approval to apply for the 2026-27 School Safety and Mental Health Grants.
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5.3. Policy Review
Speaker(s):
Dr. Timothy Chorones
Description:
First Reading of the following Board Policies:
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6. Superintendent Update
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6.1. Priority Goals Feedback
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7. Public Comment
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8. Adjournment
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8.1. Next Committee of the Whole Meeting
Description:
The next Committee as a Whole meeting will take place on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
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