July 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Work Session
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1. Meeting Opening
Speaker(s):
Board President
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1.A. Call to order/Flag Salute
Speaker(s):
Board President
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1.B. Moment of Silence
Speaker(s):
Board President
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1.C. Roll Call
Speaker(s):
Board President
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1.D. Approve the Agenda
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
This agenda item provides an opportunity for the Board to make changes to the agenda, provided those changes comply with the Sunshine Act, Pennsylvania State Law, and Board policies. Per Board Policy 006: The Board may deliberate or take official action on matters not included in a posted agenda only under the following circumstances: Emergencies - The matter of business relates to a real or potential emergency involving a clear and present danger to life or property. Business Arising Within Twenty-Four (24) Hours Prior to the Meeting - The matter of business has arisen within twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting, is de minimis (minor) in nature, and does not involve the expenditure of funds or entering into a contract or agreement. Business Raised by Residents or Taxpayers During the Meeting - When a matter of Board business is raised by a resident or taxpayer during a meeting:
Majority Vote - During a meeting, the Board may add a matter of business to the posted agenda by a majority vote of the school directors present and voting. The reason for adding an item to the posted agenda must be announced at the meeting before conducting the vote. Once announced and approved by majority vote, the Board may take official action on the item of business. The agenda shall be amended to reflect the new item of business and the amended agenda shall be posted to the district’s website and at the administrative office no later than the first business day following the meeting at which the agenda was amended. The unanimous consent procedure may not be used in place of majority vote for this purpose. The public posting of agenda requirements and rules for adding items to a posted agenda apply to both regular and special open meetings of the Board. These requirements and rules do not apply to:
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1.E. Executive Sessions
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
At 5:32 p.m., regarding the proposed Act 93 Administrative and Supervisory Plan 2026-2029 and the 2026-2027 Final General Fund Budget, the Board entered executive session to receive legal guidance from the District's solicitor. The Board reconvened in public session at 6:56 p.m.
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2. District Staff Summary Presentation/Report
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2.A. Athletic/Co-curricular
Description:
The Athletic/Co-curricular Presentation was moved to the July 9 Voting Session.
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3. Hearing of Visitors
Description:
The Keystone Central Board of Directors encourages public comment from its citizens. Each community member may speak for a period of no longer than 4 minutes per board policy. Please understand that this is not a time for dialogue with the board; rather the board will listen to all comments and consider them in further deliberations. Our individual email addresses are on the website if you’d like to contact your individual board representative. We ask that you please direct complaints of a personal nature regarding an individual employee directly to the superintendent. |
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3.A. Hearing of Visitors
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Keystone Central Board of Directors encourages public comment from its citizens. Each community member may speak for a period of no longer than 4 minutes per board policy. Please understand that this is not a time for dialogue with the board; rather the board will listen to all comments and consider them in further deliberations. Our individual email addresses are on the website if you’d like to contact your individual board representative. We ask that you please direct complaints of a personal nature regarding an individual employee directly to the superintendent.
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4. Acting Superintendent Dr. Lonoconus’s Report
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4.A. Acting Superintendent Dr. Lonoconus’s Report
Speaker(s):
Acting Superintendent
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5. School Board, Committee Meetings and Minutes
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5.A. Policy Committee & Minutes, Chair Chris Scaff
Speaker(s):
Mr. Christopher Scaff
Description:
Policy Committee Meeting Chris Scaff (Chair), John Miller, and Elisabeth Lynch
Dates: (no meeting June, July, or Dec); Jan 14, 2026, Feb 11, 2026, Mar 11, 2026, April 8, 2026, May 13, 2026, Aug 12, 2026, Sept 9, 2026, Oct 14, 2026, Nov 11, 2026
Time: 10:00 am Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88173269035?pwd=YUgyd3NPUDNTY2N4bHdBMGp3K0lHdz09 Meeting ID: 881 7326 9035 Passcode: kcsd
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5.B. Personnel Committee & Minutes, Chair Chris Scaff
Speaker(s):
Mr. Christopher Scaff
Description:
Chris Scaff (Chair), John Miller, and William Baldino
Dates: Jan 27, 2026 (note date change), April 21, 2026, Aug 18, 2026, Oct 20, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM
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5.C. Safety & Security Committee Meeting (Informational Only) & Minutes, Chair Manny Rodriguez
Speaker(s):
Mr. Manny Rodriguez
Description:
Manny Rodriguez (Chair), Chris Scaff and Roger Kshir
Dates: Jan 22, 2026; April 23, 2026 (note date change); Aug 20, 2026 (note date change), Oct 15, 2026 Time:6:30 - 7:30 PM |
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5.D. Work Session Minutes, Board President Elisabeth Lynch
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Approve the minutes from the Work Session held on June 11, 2026.
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5.E. Voting Meeting Minutes, Board President Elisabeth Lynch
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Approve the minutes from the Work Session held on June 18, 2026.
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6. Reports (Information/Discussion Items)
Speaker(s):
Board President
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6.A. Treasurer Report
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
A monthly report showing the month end bank account balances.
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6.B. Financial Reports
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
An overview of the current financial status, including income, expenditures, and budget performance.
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6.C. Enrollment Report
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
A review of current enrollment figures, including total student count of each school building.
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6.D. TCC Financial Reports
Speaker(s):
Board President, KCSD TCC Representative
Description:
Keystone Central School District Earned Income Tax collections from Berkheimer.
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6.E. Administrative Regulations/Policy
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Policy Committee and Administration has reviewed these Administrative Regulations and would like to present them to the full Board for review. After review, PSBA will make a final check and return the AR's to be posted onto our website.
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7. Board
Speaker(s):
Board President
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7.A. 5-Year PSSA and Keystone Exam Data
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
For Board review and discussion, the district’s five-year PSSA assessment data as submitted by Dr. Megan Hull. 2026 test results are expected to be announced in November.
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7.B. Out of State Field Trip Request - KCSD CTC
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Held annually at the Eastern States Exposition, the Eastern Regional FFA Contest is a premier agricultural competition that brings together high school students from across the Northeast. Taking place on Friday and Saturday, September 18-19, 2026, this event features over 20 career development contests, including livestock judging, forestry, agricultural issues, and mechanics. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their skills, engage in hands-on learning, and connect with industry professionals, all within the vibrant setting of The Big E.
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7.C. PSBA School Leadership Conference 2026
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Approve the request to allow board members to attend the PSBA School Leadership Conference 2026, paid for by the general fund. The dates for the education session is on October 18,19, and 20. Mileage and Hotel will be paid for out of general fund for board members wishing to attend.
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7.D. Studies and Assessments
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Board will consider prioritizing and then contracting with third-party study and assessment consultant/s such as but not limited to the following analyses; Staffing based on enrollment or economics, Curriculum/KCSD Cyber School, Comprehensive District Wide Functional/Operations Study, and Special Education. In cooperation with Dr. Lonoconus, the Board will create a priority list no later than the July 9th voting meeting.
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7.E. School Board Community Forum
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Board will discuss interest in planning a KCSD Board and community meeting. Board discussion to include but not limited to area of focus and location options and preferred month/date. Final determination will be agreed upon at or before the July 9th voting meeting.
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7.F. Superintendent Search
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Board will consider interviewing and then contracting with a consulting firm to begin the KCSD Superintendent search. To date, two firms have expressed interest; Templeton Advantage, LCC and BLaST Intermediate Unit IU17.
https://www.templetonadvantage.com/, https://www.iu17.org/ |
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7.G. IU/CIU Reports (Intermediate Unit Reports)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
KCSD Monthly Service Engagement Reports with IU10
for April and May 2026. |
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7.H. Business Privilege Tax Appeal
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration , RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the following recommendation for the board: A motion to approve the Business Privilege Tax Appeal.
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7.I. Technology – Laptop Carts
Speaker(s):
Mr. Christopher Scaff
Description:
Purchase/replacement/addition of laptop carts to support student access to devices in classrooms. Estimated cost (if still pending quotes)
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7.J. Merakey Behavioral Health
Contract Renewal
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The purpose of this contract is to provide educational services through an Approved Private School (APS) placement for identified special education students whose needs, as determined by the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team, cannot be appropriately met within district programs. These services are provided in accordance with applicable state and federal special education regulations to ensure students receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE).
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7.K. Therapy Services
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Approval of this contract will provide speech and language therapy services through teletherapy for students whose Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) identify speech and language therapy as a required related service. The contracted speech-language pathologist will provide services three days per week to ensure continuity of services and compliance with students' IEPs. Funding for this contract will be supported through the Pennsylvania School-Based ACCESS Program.
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8. Policy - First Read
Speaker(s):
Board President
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8.A. Policy 716 - First Read
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the following recommendation for the board:
A motion to approve Policy 716.
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8.B. Policy 805 - First Read
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the following recommendation for the board:
A motion to approve Policy 805. |
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8.C. Policy 140 - First Read
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the following recommendation for the board:
A motion to approve Policy 140.
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9. Business
Speaker(s):
Board President
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9.A. Bills for Payment
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
This is an informational item only.
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9.B. Checks for review
Speaker(s):
Board President
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9.C. Resolution Career & Technology
Access
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Authorization for a designee to electronically sign Pennsylvania Department of Education contracts, grants, and agreements on behalf of the District.
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9.D. Handbooks
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Board will review and consider approval of the student handbooks and the Extracurricular & Interscholastic Sports Handbooks for the upcoming school year. The handbooks outline student expectations, rights and responsibilities, attendance requirements, disciplinary procedures, and other important information for students and families.
Each handbook is reviewed annually by building and district administrators to ensure the information is current, reflects any changes in Board policy or state guidance, and accurately represents building procedures. The review process also provides an opportunity to clarify language and improve communication with families. There were not many changes made to the handbooks this year other than trying to make them more concise. The 2027-2028 Student Handbooks will be reviewed by the Curriculum Committee prior to being presented to the Board for approval. |
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9.E. Acadience Reading and Math
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District approve the following recommendation for the board: Approve the use of Acadience Reading and Math assessments for students in grades K-2. The cost will be paid by the General Fund. The Acadience Reading and Math assessments for students in grades K-2 are brief, reliable measures that identify foundational skills and help determine whether students are on track for early academic success. These assessments support early identification of students who may need additional instruction or intervention in reading or math.
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9.F. NWEA MAP Growth K-12
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the NWEA MAP Growth assessment in ELA and Math for students in grades 3-9, to be funded by the General Fund. The NWEA MAP Growth assessment measures what students know and what they are ready to learn next, providing personalized data to inform instruction. It helps teachers track academic growth over time and tailor support to meet individual student needs. The 2025-2026 SY cost 27,825.00.
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9.G. Joint Purchasing Paper Bid (update)
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The award amount has been updated from $22,488.00 to $23,288.00. No other changes have been made to the recommendation or the bid award.
The following Vendor was awarded the Paper Bid: CIU Joint Authority $22,488.00. The numbers were tranposded last board meeting. |
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9.H. Insurance Rates
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
With the recommendation of the administration, RESOLVED, that the Keystone Central School District Board of Directors approve the following recommendation for the board:
Approve the Insurance Quote for renewing coverage for Property, Inland Marine, General Liability, School Leaders, Law Enforcement, Crime, Auto, Umbrella, and Cyber as presented.
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9.I. Devon Energy Company - Donation
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
Devon Energy and The Commonwealth Charitable Management Organization looks forward to partnering with you to provide valuable scholarship opportunities to eligible students attending your school during the 2026/2027 school year. These scholarships help cover out-of-pocket expenses required for students to attend and fully participate in Career and Technical Education programs. Eligible expenses include items such as tools, boots, uniforms, certification exams, program kits, and other required materials.
Student Eligibility Requirements To qualify, students must reside in a Pennsylvania household with an adjusted gross income of $116,000 or less, plus $20,400 for each dependent listed on the family's 2025 Federal 1040 tax return. Funding Information Our donor, Devon Energy, has designated up to $12,500.00 in scholarship funding for Keystone Central School District Career & Technology Education students depending on the number of eligible applicants.
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10. Personnel
Speaker(s):
Board President
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10.A. Personnel
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Human Resources exhibit includes the recommended leave of absences, employment, transfers, resignations and retirements. Existing positions will be identified as filled due to vacancy and any newly added position will be identified as new position. Employee leave—whether medical, personal, disciplinary or otherwise—can imply sensitive personal information about an employee’s health, family, or personal circumstances. Publicly posting the employee’s name could inadvertently disclose private details protected under laws such HIPPA or ADA. Even without specifying the type of leave, others may be able to infer private details based on timing or patterns if names are listed. By using an employee ID, the district ensures transparency of board actions (e.g., approving leaves) without the risk of violating confidentiality provisions.
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11. Curricular/Co-curricular
Speaker(s):
Board President
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11.A. Athletics and Student Activities Personnel
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
A motion to approve the Athletic and Student Activities Personnel Recommendations as presented in the Exhibit.
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11.B. PTO and Booster Club Officers
Description:
The officers and members of each PTO and Booster Club are listed in the attached exhibit.
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11.C. Student Activity Report
Description:
Informational Item - Reports provide trends in student activity.
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12. Future Discussions
Speaker(s):
School Board Directors
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13. Future Meeting
Speaker(s):
Board President
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13.A. Future Meeting
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The next Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, July 9, at 6:30 PM in the
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14. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Board President
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