September 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
| Agenda |
|---|
|
1. OPENING ITEMS
|
|
1.1. Call to Order
|
|
1.2. Pledge to the Flag
|
|
1.3. Roll Call
|
|
1.4. Proclamation - Pediatric Cancer Awareness
Attachments:
()
|
|
1.5. Proclamation - Hispanic Heritage Month
Attachments:
()
|
|
1.6. Proclamation - Suicide Prevention Month
Attachments:
()
|
|
1.7. Presentations - US Soccer Foundation, Sean Brock
|
|
1.8. Announcement of Executive Session held after Committee of the Whole last week, to discuss personnel and legal items.
|
|
1.9. To approve changes to the September 23, 2026 agenda
Description:
4.1 - Revised motion 7.3 - Revised motion 7.4 - New motion 8.3 - Removed from the agenda 10.13 - Attachment included Section 13 - 13.13 Changes in Bold |
|
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
|
|
2.1. Persons desiring to speak must sign up with the Board Secretary prior to 7 PM. Each person will have 3 minutes to speak.
|
|
3. PRESIDENT REMARKS/SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
|
|
3.1. Dr. Noahleen Betts, President
|
|
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
|
|
4.1. To approve the minutes of August 26, 2026 as attached.
Attachments:
()
|
|
5. COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
5.1. To approve the contract renewal with SchoolStatus for the 2026–2027 school year
Description:
To approve the contract renewal with SchoolStatus for the 2026-2027 school year, at a cost not to exceed $1950.00, to be paid from the Communications budget.
Attachments:
()
|
|
6. FINANCIAL REPORTS
|
|
6.1. To ratify the August 2026 bill list of payments for the following funds:
General Fund $13,278,071.71 Trust and Agency Fund $2,000.00 Special Revenue $8,964.62 Scholarship Fund $2,500.00 Food Service Fund $119,716.44 TOTAL $13,411,252.77
Attachments:
()
|
|
6.2. To ratify the following July 2026 Reports:
Financial Report General Bank Reconciliation Investment Report |
|
6.3. To approve the September 2026 Construction related bill list of payments in the amount of $4,305,479.04
Attachments:
()
|
|
6.4. To accept the following donations in August 2026 as per attached.
Attachments:
()
|
|
7. ADMINISTRATION/OPERATIONS/LEGAL
|
|
7.1. To authorize the Board Secretary to cast votes for the following Pennsylvania School Board Association (PSBA) Officers:
Description:
To authorize the Board Secretary to cast votes for the following Pennsylvania School Board Association (PSBA) Officers: 2027 President-elect (one-year term) Matt Vannoy* (Sharon City School District) 2027 Vice President (one-year term) Kristy Bolte* (Northwestern School District) 2027-2029 Treasurer (three-year term) David Hein* (Parkland School District) PSBA Insurance Trustees (three-year term) Marianne L. Neel Dr. Michael Faccinetto |
|
7.2. To approve a license agreement with the Exeter Township School District
Description:
To approve a license agreement with the Exeter Township School district for the usage of Cityline pool for their PIAA aquatics |
|
7.3. To authorize the following Board members to attend the annual NSBA conference held in Washington, DC
Description:
To authorize the following Board members to attend the annual NSBA conference held in Washington, DC, April 2, 2027 through April 4, 2027, cost to include registration, lodging and meals: Dr. Noahleen Betts, Dr. Paige Brookins, Mr. Jonathan Tinoco |
|
7.4. To approve the following personnel to attend the Chiefs for Change annual meeting in Cambridge, Massachusetts from October 19, 2026 through October 20, 2026
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the annual Chiefs for Change meeting in Cambridge, Massachusetts from October 19, 2026 through October 20, 2026: Dr. Khalid N. Mumin |
|
8. CURRICULUM
|
|
8.1. To approve the agreement between Reading School District and Arbor E&T, LLC (Equus Workforce Solutions)
Description:
To approve the agreement between Reading School District and Arbor E&T, LLC (Equus Workforce Solutions) to serve as employer of record for student interns. Cost not to exceed $237,395, paid from Federal Funds. |
|
8.2. To approve the subscription agreement for Teach to One Roadmaps
Description:
To approve the subscription agreement for Teach to One Roadmaps to provide resources related to algebra readiness. Cost not to exceed $15,950, paid from State funds. Pending solicitor approval.
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.3. This item has been removed from the agenda.
|
|
8.4. To approve the agreement between Reading School District and Berks County Intermediate Unit Head Start
Description:
To approve the agreement between Reading School District and Berks County Intermediate Unit Head Start to implement kindergarten transition programming from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029, at no cost to the district.
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.5. To approve the agreement between Reading School District and United Way of Berks County for the Star Readers tutoring program
Description:
To approve the agreement between Reading School District and United Way of Berks County for the Star Readers tutoring program at the following Elementary Schools, at no cost to the district. 10th and Green Elementary 10th and Penn Elementary 12th and Marion Elementary 13TH and Green Elementary 13th and Union Elementary 16th and Haak Elementary Amanda E. Stout Elementary Glenside Elementary Lauer's Park Elementary Millmont Elementary Northwest Area Elementary Riverside Elementary Tyson-Schoener Elementary
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.6. To approve the agreement between Reading School District and United Way of Berks County for Data Sharing
Description:
To approve the agreement between Reading School District and United Way of Berks County for Data Sharing to ensure transparency and to authorize a representative to evaluate Ready Set Read educational program data, at no cost to the district.
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.7. To approve the agreement between the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) and Reading School District for the provision of Title I and III services
Description:
To approve the agreement between the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) and Reading School District for the provision of Title I and III services for nonpublic schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Cost not to exceed $534,240.37 paid from Federal funds. |
|
8.8. To approve the 2026-2027 agreement between Reading School District and Million Youth Chess
Description:
To approve the 2026-2027 agreement between Reading School District and Million Youth Chess to provide after-school chess enrichment programming at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $30/hr paid from State funds. Tyson-Schoener Elementary, Northwest Middle, Southern Middle, Southwest Middle
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.9. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Collaborative Team Meetings (CTM) committee at Central Middle School
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Collaborative Team Meetings (CTM) committee at Central Middle School. Cost not to exceed $53,220.24, paid from State funds. Aaron Oliver, Abigail Kelton, Albert Taylor, Alesia Cahn, Alicia Good, Alison Pearson, Allison Hess, Allison Poyer, Amber Marshall, Amy Dorward, Andrew Miller, Anthony Deluca, Anthony Mims, Ashley Byerly, Ashley Rowe, Barbara Bishop, Belinda Fabrizio, Bonnie Repko, Branden Bilheimer, Brian Cornish, Brianna Angove, Brianna Testa, Brooke Croley, Caitlyn Tague, Caroline Stickley, Cary Mcdaniel, Chase Ochs, Chloe Remaly, Christopher Curtis, Christopher Weiss, Claire Stoll, Claribel Fernandez, Cole Snyder, Colleen Flemming, Colleen Jackson, Cooper Hallman, Courtney Krempasky, Daniel Adam, Daniel Sauder, David Lescallette, David Wagaman, Diana Szarawara, Diane Smith, Dina Sargent, Elizabeth Imbrahm, Elizabeth Sabre, Emily Cygan, Esme Santiago, Ethan Polczynski, Ethan Resh, Gabrielle Micsion, Gabrielle Pyle, Gabrielle Smith, Gregory Zelinske, Janice Taylor, Jennifer Fouse, Jennifer Johnson, Jessa Paczkoski, John Walker, Jordan Youndt, Joshua Allwein, Julia Fialkowski-Whitlock, Justin Edinger, Karly Bieber, Katerina Lansang, Kathleen Perlman, Katie Locher, Kelly Berry, Kelci Devyver Robbins, Kevin High, Kirsten Stankiewicz, Krista Cyran, Kristen Blok, Kristen Levan, Kristin Lebo, Kristin Saylor, Kyron Delinko, Laura Zook, Leah Kistler, Lillie Risser, Lily Weiss, Madison Stanton, Mandy Deininger, Maricar Garcia-Canabuan, Mark Snyder, Mark Wurster, Matthew Barrell, Matthew Graczyk, Matthew Stumhofer, Maxwell Madara, Maya Catagnus, Megan Mohl, Michael Himmelreich, Michael Repko, Michelle Christie, Milca Medrano, Miyuki Bucci, Nevan Mauger, Nicholas Odagis, Nicola Kline, Noel Proco, Noreen Cassner, Olivia Winthrop, Paige Person, Priscilla Moreno, Rachel Brown, Rachel Bubbenmoyer, Rebecca Diluzio, Rebecca Emigh, Richard Saylor, Salahouddin Balawi, Samaria Cabral, Sara Smith, Sarah Geiger, Scott Baker, Shannon Wallace, Sierra Friscia, Stephanie Morales, Stephanie Sauder, Susan Busher, Suzanne Blaschick-Kerns, Tara Raymond, Timothy Goman, Toniell Keeney, Tyler Fisher, Tyler Sheperak, Uloma Godwin-Efugha, Veronica Nguyai, Yahaira Mercedes |
|
8.10. To approve the following personnel to provide academic support and supplemental programming in the Migrant Dollar-A-Day Afterschool Program
Description:
To approve the following personnel to provide academic support and supplemental programming in the Migrant Dollar-A-Day Afterschool Program. Cost not to exceed $19,339.20, paid from Migrant Dollar-A-Day funds. Ali Rojas, Andrea Geronimo Leco, Geraldine Nemirow, Joseph Andreiux, Yajaira Mercedes |
|
8.11. To approve the following Paraprofessionals to participate in the Pre-K Counts after-hours activities
Description:
To approve the following Paraprofessionals to participate in the Pre-K Counts after-hours activities including the Berks County Collaborative Fall and Spring events, cost not to exceed $3,185.28, paid from PreK Counts. Analeyshka Rivera, Faith Brown, Luz Gonzalez, Nicole Nunez, Yaniri Vasquez-Baez, Yismel Antigua Severino |
|
8.12. To approve the following personnel to deliver Adult ESL instruction to parents and families
Description:
To approve the following personnel to deliver Adult ESL instruction to parents and families. Cost not to exceed $31,056.48, paid from Federal funds. Ali Rojas, Blanca Inhof, Christina Vaccaro, Diana Szarawara, Evintz Charitable, Heidi Trexler, Kiki Chatzidimitriou, Mariam Hernandez Quirindongo, Michael Peters, Osvaldo Samboy Perez, Samaria Cabral, Shanon Hafer, Yadira Hernandez |
|
8.13. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Safety Committee
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Safety Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $3,943.68.68, paid from State funds. Northwest Middle Aaron Thompson, Alana Jones, Caileigh Master, Candice Kehres, Denise Wilkinson, Jonathan Deem, Marianne Scherb, Matt McCauley, Nicole Young, Suzanne Delaney Reading High Amanda Bayer, Andrew Long, Barbara Krause, Gwendolyn Dietrich, Sean McMonagle, Susan Tonnelsan, Tiersa Comeau, Timothy Redding, Zach Hitner |
|
8.14. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Amory Mentors Committee at Central Middle School
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Amory Mentors Committee at Central Middle School. Cost not to exceed $13,651.20, paid from State funds. Amber Marshall, Branden Bilheimer, Cary Mcdaniel, Courtney Krempasky, Gabrielle Pyle, Jessa Paczkoski, Kristin Lebo, Lael Schwartz, Madison Stanton, Tyler Sheperak |
|
8.15. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Where Everyone Belongs (WEB) committee
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Where Everyone Belongs (WEB) committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $6,474.46, paid from State funds. Central Middle Allison Poyer Susan Busher Northeast Middle Ali Rojas, Bethany Bower, Cassie Graboski, Daniel Dixon, Gina Dieroff, Heather Foster, Jake Landes, Jamie Sgroi, Lindsey O'Hara, Lisa Sinnamon, Nancy Rios, Tina Buchter, Tracy Briskey |
|
8.16. To approve the following personnel to participate in Community Building at the Reading Virtual Academy
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in Community Building at the Reading Virtual Academy. Cost not to exceed $4,702.08, paid from State funds. Angelea Hulik, Ashley Frick, Brianna Bilyeu, Brittany Martinez, Daniel Dismuke, Eve Schools, Gina Bowers, Gina Mocci, Hannah Moffett, Jared Kanavins, Katherine Niroumand, Kimberly Castello-Stutchbury, Kristine Donnelly, Lisa Jacobs, Nicole Hanlon, Ryan Shomo, Samantha Weeks, Samuel Fanus, Sarah Frederick |
|
8.17. To approve the following personnel to participate in Fall Special Projects (SPROJ)
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in Fall Special Projects (SPROJ) to improve programming at the Reading Virtual Academy. Cost not to exceed $2,275.20, paid from State funds. Brittany Martinez, Gina Mocci, Lisa Jacobs |
|
8.18. To approve the following personnel to create and deliver professional development to early childhood paraprofessionals throughout the school year
Description:
To approve the following personnel to create and deliver professional development to early childhood paraprofessionals throughout the school year. Cost not to exceed $6,320.00, paid from State funds. Kathleen Boyle Sherry Brinker |
|
8.19. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Leadership Committee at Amanda E. Stout Elementary
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Leadership Committee at Amanda E. Stout Elementary. Cost not to exceed $5,005.44, paid from State funds. Andrea Fogelman, Ashley Rambo, Ava Parese, Hannah Hotalen, Heather Peck, Jennifer Powell, Jessica Chambers, Kelly Bottger, Melissa Davis, Melissa Moyer, Shannon Sauppee |
|
8.20. To approve the following personnel to participate in Curriculum Writing for 5th and 6th grade STEAM classes
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in Curriculum Writing for 5th and 6th grade STEAM classes. Cost not to exceed $3,412.80, paid from State funds. Aaron Thompson, Ali Colina Rojas, Angela DiCicco, Bonnie Calhoun Repko, Christopher Weiss, Greg Zelinski, Kristin Saylor, Mandi Groh, Megan Street, Molly Garcia, Richard Saylor, Samantha Boyer, Stefon Pizzuto, Yvonne Shollenberger |
|
8.21. To approve the following personnel to participate in the Dual Language Immersion Committee
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the Dual Language Immersion Committee. Cost not to exceed $8,911.20, paid from Federal funds. Amy Gonzalez, Andrea Jeronimo Leco, Anna Vega, Bethany Moore-Guers, Jahaira Rodriguez-Lopez, Jonny Divison Martinez, Raycell Diaz Hernandez, Samantha Jimenez-Bosetti |
|
8.22. To approve the following personnel to participate in the ESL Programming Development
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in the ESL Programming Development. Cost not to exceed $65,222.40, paid from Federal funds. Adrienne Derrer, Adrienne Horrigan, Aimee Zajac, Alexa Wolfe, Amanda Brudecki, Amanda Lesagonicz, Andrea Mollura, Angeline Pedraza, Ashley Fry, Aubrey Adams, Brittney Harris, Brittni Moceri, Brynn Hollywood, Carly Weyandt, Carmen Gaetan-Cole, Cary McDaniel, Christina Davis, Christina Vaccaro, Colburn Beiler, Damien Drago, Devon Roberts, Diana Szarawara, Edward Park, Elisa Nanna, Elizabeth Lopez-Hickey, Emily Mazur, Emily Rohall, Ethan Polczynski, Heidi Trexler, Ian Moore, Indira Santos Santiago, Jami Fry, Janet Setlock, Jennifer Fouse, Jessica Chambers, Jessica Rech, Jessica Schrufer, Jessica Zeglen, Joe Potteiger, Johanna Lynch, Kailey McDevitt, Katherine Hill, Katherine Meck, Katie Evans, Kelly Rupert, Kimberly Cannon, Kirsten Eppler, Kristin Lebo, Laura Zook, Lauren Peluso, Lauren Salvatore, Lauren Walton, Laurie Beisker, Leah Vey, Linda Fredericks, Lisa Stoddard, Macy Zimmerman, Maribel Eggles, Maureen Oniskey, Megan Bryant, Meghan Smith, Michelle Scholl, Michelle Texter, Moira Fox, Noemi Rivera, Rashell DelVecchio, Raymond Pedraza, Reanna Santarelli, Rita Ferriera, Ryan Owens, Sabrina Gonzalez, Samaria Cabral, Sandra Sharadin, Sara Mengel, Shanon Hafer, Sherry Katrinak, Sherry Kendra, Stephanie Mendoza, Susan Wesley, Timothy Rieder, Tori Skutnick, Tracy Evans, Valerie Hower, Wendy Ganster |
|
8.23. To approve the following personnel to participate in After School Programs
Description:
To approve the following personnel to participate in After School Programs at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $50,471.52, paid from State funds. 16th and Haak- Read Alliance Beth Gehret Nicole Johnson Theresa Auletta Amanda E. Stout- Communication Crew Randi Bartuski Shannon Sauppee Amanda E. Stout- Read Alliance Ava Parese, Jennifer Duley, Katie Herbein, Melanie Leal, Melissa Davis, Sabrina Lee, Skylar Hummel, Trisha Herrera Northwest Elementary-Academic Support, Amanda Hartman, Amanda Recchiuti, Barbara Rozetar, Beth Rozetar, Denise Heffner, Janelle Youse, Kathryn Hansen, Katrina Buckley, Kristina Ashman, Rebecca Hoover, Sandra Sharadin, Shannon Hafer Tyson-Schoener- Academic Enrichment Club Annie Schnore Dakota Schlappich Southern Middle- Reading Collegiate Scholars Club Kymberly Downer Southern Middle- What's So Cool about Manufacturing Emily Mazur Holli Kline Joseph Mowad Southwest Middle-Aevidum and Robotics Club Heather Delity Lorrie Reddy Southwest Middle- Homework Math Club Leah Snyder |
|
8.24. To approve the following personnel to attend the 59th Keystone State Literacy Association’s Annual Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the 59th Keystone State Literacy Association's Annual Conference in Pocono Mountains, PA from October 4,2026 to October 6, 2026, cost not to exceed $3,938.24 paid from Federal Funds. Clara Worrall, Myranda Marquez, Sharon Gundersen, Victoria DeLuca |
|
8.25. To approve the following personnel to attend the Career Academy Leaders Collaborative Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the Career Academy Leaders Collaborative Conference in Orlando, FL from October 16,2026 to October 21, 2026, at a cost not to exceed $4,992.00, paid from Federal Funds. Amanda Helm Melissa Gillard |
|
8.26. To approve the following personnel to attend The Pennsylvania Neglected and Delinquent Symposium Summit
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend The Pennsylvania Neglected and Delinquent Symposium Summit in Erie, PA from October 26, 2026 to October 28, 2026. Cost not to exceed $3,000 paid from Federal funds. Wynton Butler Jacqueline Guerrero Elizabeth Hernandez-Collazo |
|
8.27. To approve the following personnel to attend the Insight for Leaders Summit
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the Insight for Leaders Summit in Orlando, FL from October 28,2026 to October 30, 2026, at a cost not to exceed $600.00, paid from Federal Funds. Katie Williams Lindsey Stock |
|
8.28. To approve the following personnel to attend PAGE2026 Connecting in the Commonwealth Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend PAGE2026 Connecting in the Commonwealth Conference, cost not to exceed $3,200 paid from Federal Funds. Matthew Stumhofer, Chris Mata |
|
8.29. To approve the following personnel to attend the Attendance Child Accounting (ACAPA) Fall Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the Attendance Child Accounting (ACAPA) Fall Conference, November 4, 2026 to November 6, 2026, cost not to exceed $2,949.46, paid from General Funds. Jennifer Langan Margaret Creamer Maryelin Alberto |
|
8.30. To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference, December 5, 2026 to December 8, 2026, in Washington, DC. Cost not to exceed $16,776.00, paid from General Funds. Cindy Roberts, Colette Nolter, Jill Hull, Kathleen Saunders, Kayla Heisy, Rowbee'C Kasisky |
|
8.31. To approve the following personnel to attend the 2027 Quality Teaching (Q-Tel) for English Learners Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the 2027 Quality Teaching (Q-Tel) for English Learners Conference in Washington, DC from January 11-14, 2027, cost not to exceed $14,874.00, paid from Federal Funds. Idalmy Cedeno-Naylor Karena West Adriane Golden Theresa Readinger |
|
8.32. To approve the following personnel to attend the National School Counseling Leadership Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the National School Counseling Leadership Conference, February 1, 2027 to February 5, 2027, in San Diego, CA. Cost not to exceed $6,876.00, paid from Federal Funds. Leanne Eckenrode Melissa Gillard |
|
8.33. To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) Conference in Lake Buena Vista, FL from February 17, 2027 to February 19, 2026, cost not to exceed $33,149.00, paid from Federal funds. Andrea Jeronimo Leco, Anna Vega, Carolyn Stoughton, Idalmy Cedeño-Naylor, Jahaira Rodriguez-Lopez, Jasmin Sanchez-Lopez, Jonny Divison Martinez, Kimberly Clarke, Lilibell Sánchez, Raycell Diaz Hernandez, Rowbee'C Kasisky, Victoria DeLuca |
|
8.34. To approve the following personnel to attend the Career Academy Leaders Collaborative Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the Career Academy Leaders Collaborative Conference in Omaha, NE from March 3,2027 to March 5, 2027, cost not to exceed $4,072.00, paid from Federal Funds. Amanda Helm Melissa Gillard |
|
8.35. To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for Music Education (NAFME) Eastern Division Biennial Inservice Conference
Description:
To approve the following personnel to attend the National Association for Music Education (NAFME) Eastern Division Biennial Inservice Conference, March 31, 2027 to April 6, 2027, in Providence, RI. Cost not to exceed $2,884.00, paid from State Funds. Bryan Sanguinito |
|
8.36. To approve the following personnel to plan and conduct Family Engagement Activities
Description:
To approve the following personnel to plan and conduct Family Engagement Activities at the following Schools. Cost not to exceed $44,341.9, paid from Federal Funds. 10th and Penn Anne Mumma, Bethany Leisy, Brittany Strunk, Brittany Trofe, Brunilda Cardona, Cassidy LaManna, Dara Kluth, Erika Alena, Indira Santos Santiago, Jaime D'Agostino, Jaime Deck, Jordan Lasco, Joseph Bashae, Josie Trexler, Julianna Michaels, Julissa Santiago, Kristina Roxburgh, Kylie Burkholder, Maria Castro, Melanie Lozenski, Regina Malarkey, Sierra Dittmar, Stefanie Garrett Ebert 12th and Marion Elisa Nanna, Kathleen Evans 13th and Union Christina Platt, Karly Schlosse, Linda McLean, Pamela Roberts, Shannon Bauman 16th and Haak Alyssa Mayberry, Deb Printz, Erin Wallace, Megan DeBock, Patti Loughery, Sara Scheirer, Stephen Paquette, Theresa Auletta Glenside Andrea Salsano, Deanna Hummel, Emily Feinour, Jade Stern, Julia Meyer, Kelli Bardi, Kelly Hinsey, Meghan Smith, Stacy Fritz, Tanner Feinour, Xiomara Diaz Lauer's Park Amanda Miranda, Andrea Jeronimo Leco, Heather Rosado, Jillian Grate, Jonny Division Martinez, Katherine Hetrich, Keissy Reyes-Rodriguez, Kyliah Seward Riverside Ashley Weiss, Asia Crawford, Connie Howland, Denise Laguidara, Emily Rohall, Ian Moore, Jessica Hanley, Kathleen McCauley, Kristina Williams, Leslie Cruz, Meredith Coyle, Nicole Cartwright, Ryan Thom, Tiffany Keller, Tracy Cobb Tyson-Schoener Amy Corcoran, Ashleigh Brown, Erica Crisafulli, Julia Wolfe, Karissa Burns, Kelly Fry, Lauren Salvatore, Matthew Martin, Rachel Burns, Shae'Lynn Harris Northeast Middle Brie Hafer, Charlene Lozada, Heather Foster, Kathy Ballein, Loida Ayala, Madison Walter, Stacey Eiler, Victoria Frederickson Southern Middle Celines Valerio, Ella Roth, Jessica Manara, Lacey Soler, Lericka Bryant-Henry Reading High Christine Schuler, Heather Ash, Sarah Franzone, Sherry Cowburn, Yasmin Barnes |
|
8.37. To approve the following personnel to conduct Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) activities
Description:
To approve the following personnel to conduct Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) activities at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $96,349.12, paid from State Funds. 12th and Marion Breanna Miller, Christine Wasser, Christopher Lynch, Courtney Sonder, Diana Valdivia, Jessica Doran, Katie Schaeffer 13TH and Union Andrea Curtis, Brynn Beresniewicz, Kaitlyn Balthaser, Lynsday Woods 16th and Haak Amanda Edmondson, Ericka Major Cruz, Holly Hawk, Marisa Rodriguez, Patti Loughery, Sara Scheirer, Theresa Auletta Lauer's Park Amanda Yeakel, Bethany Moore-Guers, Brittni Moceri, Jillian Grate, Jonny Division Martinez, Jordan Loggia, Kellie Violon, Lashae Stitt, Megan Flannery, Savannah Hollinshead Millmont Allison Zellers, Christeen Kazmierczak, Colette Nolter, Jessica Batdorf, Kristin Moyer, Melissa Boyer, Tiffany Grim Riverside Asia Crawford, David Fisher, Ian Moore, Jade Fagley, Kathleen McCauley, Maribel Eggles, Ryan Thom, Steve Mallis Tyson-Schoener Amber Welzenbach, Annie Schnore, Bonnie Moran, Elizabeth Hart, Gabrielle Manto, Isabelle Miller, Jesse Strawser, Lisa Stoddard, Lori Rompella, Michaela Chang, Paige McInaw, Stacey Coombs, Travis McClimon Central Middle Aaron Oliver, Anthony Mims, Diana Szarawara, Julie Weismuller, Madison Stanton, Maxwell Madara, Noel Proco, Suzanne Blaschick-Kerns, Tyler Sheperak Northeast Middle Bernadette Himmelberger, Chris Bowe, Devon Roberts, Elizabeth Whitehouse, Julie Burgoyne, Matthew Heaney, Ted Iaccoca , Tyler Graboski Southern Middle Ami Zacker, Aria Beighley, Denise Campbell, Emily Mazur, Jennifer Dougherty, Jessica Manara, Joseph Mowad, Kiki Chatzidimitriou, Kymberly Downer, Lindsey Mehalshick, Macy Zimmerman Reading High Barbara Krause, Emily Brown, Heidi Trexler, Jaquella Koroma, Shannon Fox, Shannon Rohrer, Sherry Cowburn Reading Virtual Academy Brittany Martinez, Gina Mocci, Lisa Jacobs, Nicole Hanlon |
|
8.38. To approve the following personnel to coordinate and perform family engagement activities
Description:
To approve the following personnel to coordinate and perform family engagement activities at Tyson Schoener Elementary. Cost not to exceed $1,525.71 paid from Federal funds. Karissa Burns Seneida Nunez |
|
8.39. To ratify the payment of staff attending Senior Sunrise on September 4, 2026
Description:
To ratify the payment of staff attending Senior Sunrise on September 4, 2026. Cost not to exceed $1,000.00, paid from General fund. Alex Bermender, Andrew Long, Cayden Tester, Cynthia Velez, Dana Kline, Gloria Francis, Stacey Campbell, Timothy Redding, Wendy Tester |
|
8.40. To ratify the payment of staff attending district-wide virtual professional development outside of their contractual hours
Description:
To ratify the payment of staff attending district-wide virtual professional development outside of their contractual hours. Cost not to exceed $46,080, paid from Federal funds. Aubrey Adams, Megan Bryant, Samaria Cabral,Christina Davis,Rashell DelVecchio, Maribel Eggles, Jennifer Fouse, Linda Fredericks, Shanon Hafer, Trisha Herrera, Brynn Hollywood, Adrienne Horrigan, Valerie Hower, Sherry Kendra Amanda Lesagonicz, Elizabeth Lopez-Hickey, Joanna Lynch,Brittany Martinez (Harris), Emily Mazur, Cary McDaniel, Kailey McDevitt, Stephanie Mendoza, Brittni Moceri, Andrea Mollura, Stephanie Morales, Angeline Pedraza Jessica Rech, Michelle Scholl, Janet Setlock, Sandra Sharadin, Tori Skutnick, Meghan Smith, Diana Szarawara, Christina Vaccaro, Lauren Walton, Carly Weyandt |
|
8.41. To ratify the agreement between Northwest Middle School and Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Description:
To ratify the agreement between Northwest Middle School and Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania to conduct a Camp for a Day field trip at Camp Wood Haven, Camp Laughing Waters, from September 15, 2026, to September 17, 2026, at no cost to the district. |
|
8.42. To ratify authorization for administration to submit the Title I, II, III, and IV 2026-2027 Consolidated Application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education
Description:
To ratify authorization for administration to submit the Title I, II, III, and IV 2026-2027 Consolidated Application to the Pennsylvania Department of Education in the amount of $20,026,536.00. |
|
8.43. To amend resolution 8.16 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.16 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the School Attendance Committee at the following schools. Cost to not exceed $3,602.40, paid from State funds. Add Riverside Elementary Ashley Weiss, Asia Crawford, Connie Howland, Ginger Motley, Jessica Hanley, Kristina Williams, Mallis, Stephen, Marsha Ganter, Megan Spencer, Nicole Cartwright, Tracie Tucker Reading High Christine Schuler, Jerome Singleton, Lillian Leighton, Rebecca Kratz, Rebekah Bowland, Samuel Moore, Stephanie Shreves, Thi Wiegand, Timothy Redding New cost not to exceed:$13,272.00 |
|
8.44. To amend resolution 8.17 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.17 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate on the Family Engagement Summer Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $27,881.31, paid from Federal and State funds. Amended cost not to exceed: $47,982.85 (August 8.38) Add 13th and Union Kailey McDevitt New cost not to exceed: $48,305.17 |
|
8.45. To amend resolution 8.18 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.18 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate on the Guiding Coalition Summer Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $25,520.16, paid from Federal and State funds. Add 13th and Union Kailey McDevitt New cost not to exceed: $25,842.48 |
|
8.46. To amend resolution 8.21 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.21 of May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) Summer Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $48,765.12, paid from State funds. Amended cost not to exceed: $68,799.52 (August 8.39) Add Jennifer Dougherty New cost not to exceed: $68,856.40 |
|
8.47. To amend resolution 8.24 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.24 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to attend the TEXPL Professional development throughout the summer at the Reading High Innovation Academy. Cost not to exceed $17,253.60, paid from Federal funds. Add Glenn Battle, Jaime Kerwood, Kristiana Lesher, Regina Crotser, Zachary Goodman New cost not to exceed: $18,201.60 |
|
8.48. To amend resolution 8.25 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.25 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to attend the PLTW Professional development throughout the summer at the Reading High Innovation Academy. Cost not to exceed $19,339.20, paid from Federal funds. Add Lucas Gensemer Virginia Lemon New cost not to exceed: $25,785.60 |
|
8.49. To amend resolution 8.26 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.26 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate on the Restorative Practices Summer Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $2,730.24, paid from Federal funds. Add Southern Middle Holli Kline, Jennifer Dougherty, Keleigh Aparicio, Kiki Chatzimiditriou, Lily Whitmoyer, Victoria Halferty Reading High Anya Yarosz, Elizabeth Barr, Janine Galiyano, Jennifer Macsisak, Lindsay Lopez, Riley Gargan, Shannon Darlington, Stefon Pizzuto, Steven Lessin New cost not to exceed: $7,546.08 |
|
8.50. To amend resolution 8.32 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.32 of the May 27, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate on the Student Services Team Summer Planning at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $17,367.36, paid from Federal and State funds. Add Elizabeth Denlinger Sierra Dittmar New cost not to exceed: $17,974.08 |
|
8.51. To amend resolution 8.20 of the June 24, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.20 of the June 24, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to create and facilitate professional development at the RSD Summer Professional Learning Conference. Cost not to exceed $51,508.00, paid from Federal funds. Add Clara Worrall, Daniel Adam, Holly Foster, Jasmine Hacker, Karen Fineran, Kelly Fuller, Kyla Ramsey, Myranda Marquez, Shannon Rohrer, Sharon Gundersen New cost not to exceed: $59,008.00 |
|
8.52. To amend resolution 8.29 of June 24, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.29 of June 24, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in LETRS Training Cohorts 1&2 in support of the District's implementation of the science of reading. Cost not to exceed $575,853.12, paid from State funds. Add Ashley Rambo, Camie Bertolet, Dawn Snyder, Denise Cambell, Devon Roberts, Jennifer Bergmann, Jennifer Duquette, Justine Sciumbata, Kaili Hish, Kristen Levan, Pamela Roberts, Priscilla Moreno, Vanessa Wallace, Xiomara Colon New cost not to exceed: $592,348.32 |
|
8.53. To amend resolution 8.21 of June 24, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.21 of June 24, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in summer curriculum writing. Cost not to exceed $51,571.20 paid from Federal funds. Add Ali Colina Rojas, Angela DiCicco, Bonnie Calhoun Repko, Christopher Weiss, Kristin Saylor, Mandi Groh, Molly Garcia, Samantha Boyer At no additional cost to the district |
|
8.54. To amend resolution 8.5 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.5 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the agreement between Reading School District and United Way of Berks County for Read Alliance at the following Elementary Schools, at no cost to the district. Add: Millmont Tyson-Schoener
Attachments:
()
|
|
8.55. To amend resolution 8.11 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.11 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the Student Assistance Program (SAP) Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $31,739.04, paid from State Funds. Add 12th and Marion Amelia Creamer, Ana Zavala-Aguilera, Barbara Rivera Carrillo, Christine Wasser, Christopher Lynch , Courtney Sonder, Elisa Nanna, Heather Brown, Jami Fry, Jessica Doran, Kasey Sanders, Kate Speaks, Kathleen Evans, Kelly Rivera, Kellylynn Wanner, Shane Schlosberg 16th and Haak Alyssa Mayberry, Amanda Edmondson, Aulora Jackson, Beth Gehret, Dana Schaffer, Danielle Goodman, Dylan Rutt, Erika Major-Cruz, Erin Wallace, Joelle Sweigart, Logan Flinn, Molly Spatola, Stephen Paquette Glenside Carmela Steyaert, Jade Stern, Kathy Baransky, Kelli Bardi, Maria Delgado, Stacy Fritz Lauer's Park Amanda Brudecki, Amanda Miranda, Bethany Moore-Guers, Heather Hildenbrand, Jessica Zeglen, Jillian Grate, Jordan Loggia, Keissy Reyes-Rodriguez, Kellie Violon, Megan Flannery, Montanna Ferris-Robbins, Ryan Owens, Samantha Gillem, Whitney Seifrit Riverside Allison Garman, Ashley Weiss, Asia Crawford, Elizabeth Lopez Hickey, Erin Spatz, Ginger Motley, Heidi Van Gilder, Jessica Hanley, Kelly Debiec, Marsha Ganter, Megan Spencer, Michelle Yoder, Nicole Cartwright, Tracie Tucker Tyson-Schoener Amber Welzenbach, Annie Schnore, David VanFossen, Jessica Riizzolo, Jodi Charnigo, Lauren Salvatore, Lisa Stoddard, Matthew Martin, Michelle Petrizzo, Rashell Delvecchio, Shae'Lynn Harris Central Middle Alesia Cahn, Anthony Mims, Ashley Rowe, Belinda Fabrizio, Betsy Heck, Bonnie Repko, Brianna D Angove, Carmen Gonzalez, Catherine Shultz, Celeste Quirindongo, Christopher Curtis, Colleen Jackson, Daniel Sauder, Dina Sargent, Janice Taylor, Jennifer Fouse, Jennifer Johnson, Julie Weismuller, Karly Bieber, Kristen Levan, Kristin Saylor, Kyron Delinko, Lael Schwartz, Lauren Covatta, Leah Kistler, Lily Weiss, Madison Stanton, Mandy Deininger, Matthew Stumhofer, Meghan Carl, Morgan Calvaresi, Morgan Thomas, Nicole Shirey, Olivia Resh, Rachel Bubbenmoyer, Sciarra Brown, Scott Baker, Susan Busher, Tara Raymond Northeast Middle Angela Cianchetta, Bethany Bower, Cerisse Foster, Christopher Bowe, Eliany Zarzuela, Eric Russell, Jen Voelker, Julie Burgoyne, Michelle Frey, Nancy Rios, Samantha Rosario Northwest Middle Amanda Wargo, Amanda Zerr, Becky DiSarro, Cait Weniger, Carson Endy, Colleen Werner, Danielle Smith, Hope Guelzow, Jenn Macsisak, Joe Okonski, Kimberly Cannon, Luis Estrada, Maya Strava Kokkinou, Nicole Young Southern Middle Celines Valerio, Holli Kline, Jayson Brewer, Jennifer Bergmann, Julie Rutt, Keleigh Aparicio, Lily Whitmoyer, Rebecca Babb-Hollen, Thomas Shrawder Southwest Middle Amanda Zerr, Caitlin Wigney-Hartz, Elizabeth Hernandez-Collazo, Jannna Isbell, Jennifer Haupt, Jessica Schrufer, Kayla Kinney, Kimberly Watterson, Lorrie Reddy Reading High Adrienne Puglia, Annie Herman, Ashley Frick, Cerisse Foster, Chelsea Storms, Christina Braun, Christine Devine, Christine Schuler, Christine Vaccaro, Crista Worman, Desiree Yeakel, Destinne Parker-Stewart, Dorothy Jordan, Edwin Romero, Elisa Loncola-Hicks, Elizabeth DeFelice, Emily Brown, Emily Saltsman, Emily Snisky, Emily Tamburro, Erica Rauch Cox, Eve Schools, Georgann Ganas, Gloria Francis, Heidi Trexler, Heily Montes, Helen Lugo, Holly Foster, Jackie Acupua, Jared Kanavins, Jennifer McFarland, Jennifer Oakes, Jenny Clay, Jessica Belizaire, Jessica Schoonmaker, Jill Melchior, Jordan Pettit, Kate McPhillips, Katie Pross, Katilyn Forbes, Kelley Daye, Kelly Snyder, Kristin Ludwig, Kristina Kuczawa, Kristine Donnelly, Kristy Detwiler, Kyla Ramsey, Liz Forman, Lori McGovern, Lydia Snow, Margery Milham, Martha Good, Melany Fiato, Michael Beiler, Michael Peters, Michele Kupres Mace, Michelle Seiders Monica Lacey, Natalie Smith, Nitza Diaz, Patricia Rick, Paula Mazurkiewicz , Perla Martinez, Rebecca Kratz, Rebecca Turullo, Rebekah Bowland, Richard Heffner, Robert Schneider, Samuel Moore, Sara Ritter Sara Vidot, Sarah Frederick, Sherry Cowburn, Stacey Campbell, Steven Fariss, Tara Scott, Thi Wiegand, Tonya Gilmore, Traci Reichart, Tracy Ravert, Wroway Williams Reading Virtual Academy Ashley Frick, Eve Schools, Jared Kanavins, Nicole Hanlon New cost not to exceed: $129,365.60 |
|
8.56. To amend resolution 8.13 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.13 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the Guiding Coalition Committee at the following Schools. Cost not to exceed $5,688.00, paid from Federal funds. Add 13th and Union Andrea Curtis, Brynn Beresniewicz, Danielle D'Ercole, Kaitlyn Balthaser, Kaitlyn Muller, Karly Schlosser, Linda McLean, Lynsday Woods, Melissa Houptley 16th and Haak Ann Wondowski, Clara Worrall, Jacob Geist, Kayla LaFaver Nowaczynski, Molly Spatola, Patti Loughery Glenside Andrea Salsano, Emily Feinour, Julia Meyer, Meghan Smith, Stacy Fritz, Tanner Feinour Lauer's Park Allison Freshley, Amanda Brudecki, Brittni Moceri, Heather Hildenbrand, Joe Potteiger, Katherine Hetrich, Megan Flannery, Samantha Gillem, Sharon Gundersen, Taylor Current Northeast Middle Ali Rojas, Bernadette Himmelberger, Cassie Graboski, Christopher Bowe, Christopher Mata, Dan Dixon, Devon Roberts, Heather Foster, Howard Brosnan, Jess Scheibner, Julie Burgoyne, Kelly Decembrino, Lindsey O'Hara, Lisa Sinnamon, Matthew Heaney, Tara Briedenstein, Tara Miller, Thedore Iacocca, Tina Sciumbata, Tracy Briskey Northwest Middle Aaron Thompson, Alana Jones, Caileigh Master, Candice Kehres, Denise Wilkinson, Jonathan Deem, Luis Estrada, Marianne Scherb, Matt McCauley, Nicole Young Southern Middle Denise Campbell, Emily Mazur, John Reinhard, Julie Rutt, Keleigh Aparicio, Kymberly Downer, Sarah Rothenberger, Tara Koppenberg, Veronica Sentgeorge Reading High Gwendolyn Dietrich, Jessica Brown, Kelly Fuller, Kelly Santiago, Lori McGovern, Paige Sechler, Pam Visalli, Shannon Rohrer, Zoe Dehart New cost not to exceed: $50,623.20 |
|
8.57. To amend resolution 8.15 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.15 of August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the School Improvement Planning (SIP) Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $11,944.80, paid from State funds. Add 12th and Marion Alison Berkel, Amelia Creamer, Ana Zavala-Aguilera, Barbara Rivera, Breanna Miller, Catherine Quay, Christine Wasser, Courtney Sonder, Diana Validiva, Elisa Nanna, Jami Fry, Janet Setlock, Jessica Doran, Kasey Sanders, Kate Speaks, Kathleen Evans, Katie Schaeffer, Megan Fox, Shane Schlosberg, Shannon Simons 16th and Haak Amanda Edmondson, Deb Printz, Katie Longlott, Lauren Walton, Marisa Rodriguez, Nick Kubacki, Patti Loughery, Sara Scheirer Glenside Andrea Salsano, Deanna Hummel, Debra Redcay, Jade Stern, Julia Meyer, Kathy Baransky, Kelli Bardi, Stacy Fritz Lauer's Park Amanda Brudecki, Bethany Moore-Guers, Brittni Moceri, Christopher Paskowski, Ericka Evans-Loos, Heather Hildenbrand, Joe Potteiger, Jordan Loggia, Keissy Reyes-Rodriguez, Mackenzie Riggins, Megan Comparato, Megan Flannery, Rachael Kratz, Samantha Gillem, Sharon Gundersen, Sienna Montalvo, Trisha Van Dyke Tyson-Schoener Dakota Schlappich, Elizabeth Hart, Jodi Charnigo, Lisa Stoddard, Michaela Chang, Michelle Petrizzo, Rashell Delvecchio Northwest Middle Aaron Thompson, Alana Jones, Caileigh Master, Candice Kehres, Denise Wilkinson, Jonathan Deem, Marianne Scherb, Matt McCauley, Nicole Young, Suzanne Delaney Southwest Middle Anna Finn, Caroline Rahmlow, Chrissie Stauffer, Lorrie Reddy, Mark Preletz, Michael Preletz Reading High Adrianne Rafalski, Adrienne Puglia, Angelia DeCicco, Barbara Krause, Derek Evans, Elizabeth Forman, Emily Brown, Glen Battle, Heidi Trexler, Jackie Acuapa Tehandon, Jaquella Koroma, Jennifer McFarland, Jill Mechior, Joseph Andrieux, Kate McPhillips, Katlyn Forbes, Kelly Snyder, Lydia Snow, Matthew Cicchillo, Michele Ehrhart, Michelle Emerich, Patricia Coates, Patricia Rick, Rebecca Tarullo, Regina Crotser, Renee Dilullo, Shannon Fox, Winnie Wairimu Reading Virtual Academy Brianna Bilyeu, Brittany Martinez, Gina Mocci, Lisa Jacobs New cost not to exceed: $75,915.12 |
|
8.58. To amend resolution 8.17 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.17 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the We R UKnighted Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $4,550.40, paid from State funds. Add Millmont Amy Duff, Chelsea Salgado Ortega, Katie Witsoe, Lori Snyder, Stephanie Estevez, Sutton Sharp, Tiffany Grim Riverside Anny Alvarez, Ian Moore, Jade Fagley, Maribel Eggles Tyson-Schoener Jodi Charnigo, Lauren Salvatore, Lisa Stoddard, Rashell Delvecchio Northeast Middle Ali Rojas, Ashley Howard, Nicole Seibert, Susan Wesley Southern Middle Emily Mazur, Holli Kline, Janice Oyola, Jessica Manara, Keleigh Aparicio, Kiki Chatzidimitriou Reading Virtual Academy Ashley Frick, Brianna Bilyeu, Gina Mocci, Katherine Niroumand, Lisa Jacobs, Samantha Weeks New cost not to exceed: $17,500.08 |
|
8.59. To amend resolution 8.20 of August, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.20 of August, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to participate in the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Committee at the following schools. Cost not to exceed $41,105.28 paid from State funds. Add 12th and Marion Ana Zavala-Aguilera, Christine Wasser, Christopher Lynch, Courtney Sonder, Elisa Nanna, Jami Fry, Janet Setlock, Kasey Sanders, Kate Speaks, Kathleen Evans, Katie Schaeffer, Kelly Rivera, Shane Schlosberg 13th and Green Aimee Zajac, Alia Emery, Becky Mcquiod, Chrsitina Katz, Erin Carter, Kathleen Boyle, Laura Lizcz-Tranovich, Sara Mengel 13TH and Union Brynn Bersniewicz, Justin Underkoffler, Kaitlyn Balthaser, Karly Schlosser, Kelly Rupert, Linda McLean, Melissa Houptley, Pamela Roberts, Susan Cawley, Tara Van Orden Glenside Andrea Salsano, Emily Feinour, Jade Stern, Julia Meyer, Kathy Baransky, Kelli Bardi, Meghan Smith Riverside Allison Garman, Anny Alvarez, Ashley Weiss, Asia Crawford, Ian Moore, Jessica Hanley, Marsha Ganter, Megan Spencer, Michell Yoder, Tracie Tucker Tyson-Schoener Amber Welzenbach, Annie Schnore, David VanFossen, Jessica Riizzolo, Jodi Charnigo, Lauren Salvatore, Lisa Stoddard, Matthew Martin, Michelle Petrizzo, Rashell Delvecchio, Shae'Lynn Harris Central Middle Aaron Oliver, Abigail Kelton, Albert Taylor, Alesia Cahn, Alicia Good Wurster, Alison Pearson, Allison Hess, Allison Poyer, Amber Marshall, Amy Dorward, Andrew Miller, Anthony Deluca, Anthony Mims, Ashley Byerly, Ashley Rowe, Barbara Bishop, Belinda Fabrizio, Benjamin Adam, Bonnie Repko, Branden Bilheimer, Brian Cornish, Brianna D Angove, Brianna Testa, Brooke Croley, Caitlyn Tague, Carmen Gonzalez, Caroline Stickley, Cary Mcdaniel, Celeste Quirindongo, Chase Ochs, Chloe Remaly, Christopher Curtis, Christopher Weiss, Claire Stoll, Claribel Fernandez, Cole Snyder, Colleen Flemming, Colleen Jackson, Cooper Hallman, Courtney Krempasky, Daniel Adam, Daniel Sauder, David Lescallette, David Wagaman, Diana Szarawara, Diane Smith, Dina Sargent, Elizabeth Imbrahm, Elizabeth Sabre, Emily Cygan, Esme Santiago, Ethan Polczynski, Ethan Resh, Gabrielle Micsion, Gabrielle Pyle, Gabrielle Smith, Gregory Zelinske, Janice Taylor, Jennifer Fouse, Jennifer Johnson, Jessa Paczkoski, John Walker, Jordan Youndt, Joshua Allwein, Julia Fialkowski-Whitlock, Julie Weismuller, Justin Edinger, Karly Bieber, Katerina Lansang, Kathleen Perlman, Katie Locher, Kelly Berry, Kelsi Devyver Robbins, Kevin High, Kirsten Stankiewicz, Krista Cyran, Kristen Blok, Kristen Levan, Kristin Lebo, Kristin Saylor, Kyron Delinko, Laura Zook, Leah Kistler, Lillie Risser, Lily Weiss, Madison Stanton, Mandy Deininger, Maricar Garcia-Canabuan, Mark Snyder, Mark Wurster, Matthew Barrell, Matthew Graczyk, Matthew Stumhofer, Maxwell Madara, Maya Catagnus, Megan Mohl, Michael Himmelreich, Michael Repko, Michelle Christie, Milca Medrano, Miyuki Bucci, Morgan Calvaresi, Morgan Thomas, Nevan Mauger, Nicholas Odagis, Nicola Kline, Nicole Shirey, Noel Proco, Noreen Cassner, Olivia Winthrop, Paige Person, Priscilla Moreno, Rachel Brown, Rachel Bubbenmoyer, Rebecca Diluzio, Rebecca Emigh, Richard Saylor, Salahouddin Balawi, Samaria Cabral, Sara Smith, Sarah Geiger, Sciarra Brown, Scott Baker, Shannon Wallace, Sierra Friscia, Stephanie Morales, Stephanie Sauder, Susan Busher, Suzanne Blaschick-Kerns, Tara Raymond, Timothy Goman, Toniell Keeney, Tyler Fisher, Tyler Sheperak, Uloma Godwin-Efugha, Veronica Nguyai, Yahaira Mercedes Southern Middle Celines Valerio, Jayson Brewer, Jennifer Bergmann, Julie Rutt, Keleigh Aparicio, Lily Whitmoyer, Thomas Shrawder Reading High Amanda Bayer, Ernie Stark, Heidi Pierce, Kyla Ramsey, Sarah Franzone, Thi Wiegand, Yasmin Barnes New cost not to exceed: $137,763.36 |
|
8.60. To amend resolution 8.25 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting
Description:
To amend resolution 8.25 of the August 26, 2026 Board Meeting: To approve the following personnel to attend the 59th Annual KSLA Conference in Pocono Manor PA. Cost not to exceed $1,000 paid from Federal funds. Add Clara Worrall Myranda Marquez Sharon Gundersen New cost not to exceed $3,952.18 |
|
9. EXTRACURRICULAR
|
|
9.1. To ratify the athletics' part-time staff for the 2026-2027 school year
Description:
To ratify the athletics' part-time staff for the 2026-2027 school year as attached paid 100% through the general fund. |
|
10. STUDENT SERVICES
|
|
10.1. To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Reading School District and Drexel University
Description:
To approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Reading School District and Drexel University College of Medicine for medical student participation at Reading High School and the Reading Innovation Academy, at no cost to the district.
Attachments:
()
|
|
10.2. To approve an Affiliation Agreement between West Chester University and the Reading School District
Description:
To approve an Affiliation Agreement between West Chester University and the Reading School District for a Social Worker Internship for the 2026-27 school year with no cost to the district.
Attachments:
()
|
|
10.3. To approve an agreement between Reading School District and the Berks County Intermediate Unit for the Education Leading to Employment and Career Training (ELECT)
Description:
To approve an agreement between Reading School District and the Berks County Intermediate Unit for the Education Leading to Employment and Career Training (ELECT) at no cost to the district.
Attachments:
()
|
|
10.4. To approve an agreement between the Reading School District and the Berks County Intermediate Unit for participation on the County Crisis Flight Team
Description:
To approve an agreement between the Reading School District and the Berks County Intermediate Unit for participation on the County Crisis Flight team at no cost to the District.
Attachments:
()
|
|
10.5. To approve Kelli Bardi to perform ELECT (Education Leading to Employment Career Training) program activities
Description:
To approve Kelli Bardi to perform ELECT (Education Leading to Employment Career Training) program activities for the current ELECT vacancy, not to exceed 40 hours per month, at a cost not to exceed $4,550.40 paid from General Funds. |
|
10.6. To approve Homebound instructions for the following students
Description:
To approve Homebound instructions for the following students. 352639 358220 343451 364557 355008 |
|
10.7. To approve the following personnel to provide homebound instruction for the 2026-27 school year
Description:
To approve the following personnel to provide homebound instruction for the 2026-27 school year. Heidi Trexler |
|
10.8. To approve the following personnel as case managers for 504 Service Agreement completion
Description:
To approve the following personnel as case managers for 504 Service Agreement completion up to $120 per 504 Agreement at a cost not to exceed $40,000 paid with general funds. Jessica Belizaire Jenny Clay Carolyn Foster Sarah Frederick Betsy Heck Crystal Rauenzahn Samantha Rosario |
|
10.9. To approve the following personnel for additional wages to provide services at the Knight’s Keep
Description:
To approve the following personnel for additional wages to provide services at the Knight's Keep. Cost not to exceed $85,977.28 paid with general funds. Joseph Andrieaux Renne DiLullo Michelle Emerich Georgann Ganas James Gater Tonya Gilmore Zack Goodman Dorothy Jordan Barb Krause Heily Montes Michael Peters Rob Schneider Steven Snisky Chelsea Storms Bekah Bowland Sherry Cowburn Zoey Dehart Michelle Mace Margie Milham Tara Scott John Shelly Desiree Wagner Emily Snisky Helen Lugo Emily Brown Kaitlyn Forbes Jen McFarland Jen Oakes Adrianne Puglia Lydia Snow |
|
10.10. To approve an agreement between the Reading School District and the Chester County Intermediate Unit
Description:
To approve an agreement between the Reading School District and the Chester County Intermediate Unit to provide the scope of work for Medical Authorizations required for School-Based ACCESS billing of MA eligible health-related services. Costs are outlined in Schedule A to be paid with general funds. |
|
10.11. To ratify Resolution 10.07 of the June 24, 2026 agenda
Description:
To ratify Resolution 10.07 of the June 24, 2026 agenda for the following personnel for the Vaccines For Children's Clinics in September 2026 at a cost not to exceed $3500.00 paid with general funds. Debra Foley |
|
10.12. To amend resolution 10.9 of the August 26, 2026 agenda
Description:
To amend resolution 10.9 of the August 26, 2026 agenda To include the approved provider listed below to provide special educational services for the 2026-2027 RSY (Regular School Year). The Vanguard School: Annual Tuition: $95,200.00; The Anderson School (MCIU): Annual Tuition:$51,150.00, Occupational Therapy: $182.00/hr, Speech Support Group: $107.00; Cottage 7: $45,000, Related Services: $30.00/day |
|
10.13. To approve an Expulsion Waiver Agreement
|
|
10.14. To approve a Settlement Agreement
|
|
11. TECHNOLOGY
|
|
11.1. No items for consideration.
|
|
12. FACILITIES AND SAFE SCHOOLS
|
|
12.1. To approve the Bid Awards for the Southern Middle School Auditorium Renovation
Description:
To approve the Bid Awards for the Southern Middle School Auditorium Renovation per the attached Letter of Recommendation and Bid Tabulation sheet. GC - Uhrig Construction Inc. - $1,653,000.00 MC - ASL Refrigeration, Inc. - $251,200.00 EC - Schipsi Electric - $1,475,770.00 PC- Vision Mechanical - $267,000.00
Attachments:
()
|
|
12.2. To approve the change order proposal for the Reservoir Field - ADD $88,625.25
Description:
To approve the change order proposal for the Reservoir Field - ADD $88,625.25. This proposal is to provide the Owner requested sound reinforcement system. This change order would be applied to the Comfort Station Renovations Project. |
|
12.3. To approve the proposal from Consolidated Engineers
Description:
To approve the proposal from Consolidated Engineers to provide engineering services to design a new fire alarm system for Central Middle School at a cost of $54,000.00. This project is an emergency due to the state of the current fire alarm system.
Attachments:
()
|
|
12.4. To amend the March 25, 2026 Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement with AEM Architects, Inc. for RHS Kitchen/Cafeteria Renovations
Description:
To amend the March 25, 2026 Architectural/Engineering Services Agreement with AEM Architects, Inc. for RHS Kitchen/Cafeteria Renovations at the cost of $54,500, per attached |
|
12.5. To accept a proposal from Unified Door and Hardware
Description:
To accept a proposal from Unified Door and Hardware in the amount of $44,470.00 for the replacement of 6 sets of doors and hardware to the entrances of the Northeast auditorium (Co-Stars Contract #008-E26-1756)
Attachments:
()
|
|
12.6. To approve the purchase of two (2) Metal Detectors- CEIA OPENGATE Weapons Detection Systems
Description:
To approve the purchase of two (2) Metal Detectors- CEIA OPENGATE Weapons Detection Systems to be deployed at athletic events, senior graduation, and prom. Purchased from School Specialty. Funding to paid from the general fund and not to exceed $45,651.13.
Attachments:
()
|
|
13. PERSONNEL
|
|
13.1. To approve General Items as listed:
|
|
13.2. To approve Retirements as listed:
Description:
To approve Retirements as listed: 1. Juana Bisono, ESL Assistant, Southwest Middle School, effective at the end of the day August 13, 2026. 2. Lon Jennings, Custodian, Reading High School, effective at the end of the day September 11, 2026. 3. Donna Rea, Custodian, Reading High School, effective at the end of the day August 28, 2026. |
|
13.3. To approve Resignations as listed:
Description:
To approve Resignations as listed: 1. Stephanie Baines, English Teacher, RKAA/Glenside, effective at the end of the day September 10, 2026. 2. Ryan Disch, HR Floater Clerk, Administration Building, effective at the end of the day September 4, 2026. 3. Charles Haubrich Jr., School Security Guard, Reading High School, effective at the end of the day September 8, 2026. 4. Amber Hendricks, Special Education/AS Assistant, Millmont Elementary School, effective at the end of the day September 2, 2026. 5. Anne Herman, Social Worker, Reading High School, effective at the end of the day October 12, 2026. 6. Connie Mintzer, Cafeteria Worker, RKAA/Thomas Ford, effective at the end of the day August 31, 2026. 7. Gliselis Nunez, Cafeteria Worker, Thomas Ford Achieve, effective at the end of the day September 9, 2026. 8. Catherine Rolon, English/Read 180 Teacher, RKAA/City Line, effective at the end of the day August 25, 2026. 9. Lizbeth Torres, Cafeteria Worker, 10th & Green Elementary School, effective at the end of the day August 17, 2026. 10. Kellylynn Wanner, School Nurse 12th & Marion Elementary School, effective at the end of the day November 2, 2026, holding 60 days unless a replacement is hired prior to this date. 11. Rebecca Wells, AD of Athletics - Operations/Logistics, Reading High School, effective at the end of the day October 9, 2026. 12. Arianna Crowe, Special Education/AS Assistant, Riverside Elementary School, effective at the end of the day September 15, 2026. |
|
13.4. To approve Terminations as listed:
|
|
13.5. To approve Employment Ratifications as listed:
Description:
Administrative Support Staff 1. Jonathan Schlegel, (RSSSA) Video Specialist, Administration Building, recommended salary $75,183.99 prorated, effective September 14, 2026. Newly created position. Instructional/Certificated Staff 1. Selina Bari, TPE Science Teacher - Grade 6, Northwest Middle School, recommended salary $66,030.00 prorated, TB7 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 14, 2026, for A. Thompson transfer. 2. Kya Blake, TPE Elementary Teacher - Grade 6 Math, Northeast Middle School, recommended salary $57,030.00 prorated, TB1 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 14, 2026, for V. Jacobs resignation. 3. John Neckcel Dayrit, TPE Business Teacher, Reading High School, recommended salary $81,680.00 prorated, TM7 + 36 c.i. of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 14, 2026. 4. Michael Gray, TPE Science Teacher - Grade 6, Central Middle School, recommended salary $66,380.00 prorated, TM2 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 8, 2026, for J. Baker transfer. 5. Daniel Kallon, TPE Special Education/LS Teacher, Southern Middle School, recommended salary $68,780.00 prorated + $1,300.00 stipend, TspM4 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 21, 2026, for M. Batten resignation. 6. Carsan Reitnauer, TPE Kindergarten Teacher, Millmont Elementary School, recommended salary $57,030.00 prorated, TB1 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 14, 2026, for K. Moyer Ringler transfer. 7. Tiffany Sauber, TPE Restorative Practice Facilitator, Southwest Middle School, recommended salary $66,380.00 prorated, TM2 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 14, 2026, for C. Shultz transfer. Support Staff 1. Maryann Alonzo, full-time Kindergarten Assistant, Tyson Schoener Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 21, 2026, for L. Diaz De Windt transfer. 2. Maria Arias, part-time Cafeteria Worker, 13th & Green Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $15.00, effective September 1, 2026, for B. Beltran. 3. Yosandy Burdier Cepeda, full-time ESL Assistant, Southern Middle School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026, for J. Rodriguez Castillo resignation. 4. Haven Cajigas, full-time 12-month Group 3 Floater Clerk - Middle School, Northeast Middle School, recommended hourly rate $28.41, effective September 8, 2026, for R. Garcia-Tinoco. 5. Joel Castillo, full-time 10-month School Security Guard, Central Middle School, recommended hourly rate $22.00, effective September 1, 2026, for S. Aul. 6. Jorge Escobar-Velasco, full-time Cafeteria Worker, Reading High School, recommended hourly rate $16.00, effective September 8, 2026, for C. Adames. 7. Cathery Espinal, full-time ESL Asistant, Reading Innovation Academy, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026. Newly created position. 8. Cohleon Greene, full-time 12-month 2nd Shift Custodian, Southern Middle School, recommended hourly rate $22.50, effective September 8, 2026, for D. Smith. 9. Jinnetzis Jimenez, full-time Parent Outreach Assistant, Northwest Middle School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 31, 2026. 10. Jonathan Laboy, full-time Special Education/ES Assistant 1:1, 10th & Green Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 19, 2026. 11. LaNiya Leon Febres, full-time Special Education/ES Assistant 1:1, 10th & Penn Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 17, 2026. 12. Dorialis Medina-Gonzalez, full-time ESL Assistant, 10th & Green Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 31, 2026, for M. Prensa transfer. 13. Alex Mendez, full-time ESL Assistant, Central Middle School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026, for L. De Perez retirement. 14. Gliselis Nunez De Martinez, part-time Cafeteria Worker, Thomas Ford Achieve, recommended hourly rate $15.00, effective September 1, 2026. Position conversion. 15. Nicole Nunez Rodriguez, full-time Pre-Kindergarten Assistant, Glenside Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026, for E. Diaz transfer. 16. Odalys Ramos Telemaco, full-time ESL Assistant, Northwest Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 8, 2026, for C. Cintron retirement. 17. Jamilette Rodriguez-Pacheco, full-time ESL Assistant, Reading Innovation Academy, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 31, 2026. 18. Jazmin Rodriguez Rivera, full-time ESL Assistant, 13th & Green Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026, for E. Dippel retirement. 19. Sofia Ruiz Pastor, full-time ESL Assistant, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective September 14, 2026, for S. Chartuni-Ferrer transfer. 20. Neishaly Serrano Pfeifer, full-time Parent Outreach Assistant, 13th & Green Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 17, 2026, for B. Torres. 21. Dolly Smith Jimenez, full-time Parent Outreach Assistant, Central Middle School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective August 31, 2026. 22. Sandra Troche-Morales, full-time Cafeteria Worker Floater, District Wide, recommended hourly rate $16.00, effective September 1, 2026, for D. Olivera. 23. Michael Ford Jr., full-time 12-month General Maintenance, Facilities, recommended hourly rate $23.50, effective September 22, 2026, for S. Columbo. 24. Saim Gonzalez Rodriguez, full-time 12-month General Maintenance, Facilities, recommended hourly rate $23.50, effective September 22, 2026, for R. Key. 25. Elijah Williams, full-time 10-month School Security Guard, Reading High School, recommended hourly rate $22.00, effective September 22, 2026, for T. Godinet. |
|
13.6. To approve Change of Status Ratifications as listed:
Description:
Administrative Support Staff 1. Larry Moyer Jr., change of status from (RSSSA) Assistant Director of Facilities, Facilities to (RSSSA) Asistant Director of Facilities for Construction and Capital Projects, Facilities, effective September 9, 2026. Salary remains the same. Newly created position. |
|
13.7. To approve Employment Approvals as listed:
Description:
Administrative Staff 1. Geina Beaver, change of status from (RSAA) Principal, Central Middle School, to (RSAA) Director of Strategic Initiatives and Accountability, Administration Building, recommended salary $157,432.94 prorated, effective date TBD. Newly created position. Administrative Support Staff 1. Arashi Mesa-Melo, (RSSSA) EL Student Success Coordinator, Reading High School, recommended salary $63,018.33 prorated, effective October 5, 2026. Newly created position. Instructional/Certificated Staff 1. Rachel Burns, TPE Music Teacher, 12th & Marion Elementary School, recommended salary $81,970.00 prorated, TB13 + 24 c.i. of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026, for R. Kinlan resignation. 2. Lisa DiBerardinis, TPE Elementary Teacher - Grade 6 Math, Central Middle School, recommended salary $90,474.00 prorated, TB15 + 24 c.i. of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026, for S. Crowe resignation. 3. Alexander Kauffman, TPE Social Studies Teacher - Grade 8, Central Middle School, recommended salary $57,030.00 prorated, TB1 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026, for M. Rabenold resignation. 4. Joseph Matthews, TPE STEAM Teacher, Southwest Middle School, recommended salary $66,030.00 prorated, TB8 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026, for H. Delity retirement. Support Staff 1. Catie Cruz, full-time Special Education/AS Assistant, Northeast Middle School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective October 16, 2026. 2. Ariangee Peralta-Brens, full-time Special Education/AS Assistant, Tyson Schoener Elementary School, recommended hourly rate $23.27, effective date TBD. 3. Rescinds Resolution 13.07.91 (K. Colon) adopted August 26, 2026. 4. Morgan Sitasz, full-time Group 5 Athletics Clerk, Reading High School, recommended hourly rate $29.28, effective September 21, 2026, for J. Goda promotion. 5. Paula Winters-Gibbs, full-time Group 4 Special Education Clerk, ROCC, recommended hourly rate $28.84, effective September 21, 2026, for L. Trupp transfer. |
|
13.8. To approve Change of Status Approvals as listed:
Description:
Administrative Staff 1. Osvaldo Samboy Perez, change of status from (RSAA) Dean of Students, Reading High School to (RSAA) 12-month Assistant Principal, Reading High School, recommended salary $111,178.31 prorated, effective date TBD, for R. Harris resignation. 2. Amends Resolution 13.08.2 adopted August 26, 2026, to read Angela Denunzio, change of status from (REA) Special Education Teacher, ROCC to (RSAA) Special Education Program Coordinator, ROCC, recommended salary $111,178.31 prorated, effective date TBD. Newly created position. Instructional/Certificated Staff 1. Logan Beach, change of status from Athletics, Reading High School to (REA) TPE Special Education/LS Teacher, Northwest Elementary School, recommended salary $57,030.00 prorated + $1,300.00 stipend, TspB1 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026, for A. Fowler promotion. 2. Lena Ure, change of status from Paraprofessional, TPE Special Education/AS Teacher, Millmont Elementary School, recommended salary $57,030.00 prorated + $1,300.00 stipend, TspB1 of the 2026-2027 salary scale, effective September 28, 2026. Newly created position. |
|
13.9. To approve Leave of Absence Requests as listed:
Description:
Instructional/Certificated Staff 1. Katelyn Alford, Teacher, Reading High School, FMLA effective October 1, 2026, through October 19, 2026. 2. Lauren Beisker, Teacher, 16th and Haak Elementary School, FMLA effective August 31, 2026, through October 23, 2026. 3. Dorothy Jordan, Teacher, Reading Innovation Academy, Child Bearing/Child Rearing/FMLA on or about January 19, 2027, through April 19, 2027. 4. Michelle Petrizzo, Teacher, Tyson Schoener Elementary School, FMLA, on an as-needed basis, effective August 18, 2026, through August 18, 2027. 5. Kyliah Seward, Teacher, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, Child Bearing/Child Rearing/FMLA on or about December 26, 2026, through March 1, 2027. 6. Victoria Troutman, Teacher, Amanda Stout Elementary School, FMLA effective August 17, 2026, through September 30, 2026. 7. Katie Weitzel, Teacher, Southern Middle School, Sabbatical Leave of Absence effective August 17, 2026, through December 23, 2026. 8. Montanna Ferris-Robbins, Teacher, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, Child Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence on or about February 15, 2027, through May 4, 2027. 9. Bethany Moore-Guers, School Counselor, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, Child Bearing/Child Rearing/FMLA on or about February 24, 2027, through May 24, 2027. 10. Kristin Oshman, Teacher, Southern Middle School, FMLA, on an as-needed basis, effective September 16, 2026, through September 16, 2027. Support Staff 1. Aracelis Fabian, Cafeteria Worker, Reading High School, Disability Leave of Absence effective September 2, 2026 through October 14, 2026. 2. Jaelia Flores-Rios, Clerk, Reading High School, FMLA, on an as-needed basis, effective September 3, 2026, through September 3, 2027. 3. Donald Frankhouser, Cafeteria Worker, RMCTC, Disability Leave of Absence effective September 24, 2026, through December 17, 2026. 4. Cathrina Guadalupe, School Security Guard, RKAA/Glenside, FMLA, on an as-needed basis, effective August 17, 2026, through August 17, 2027. 5. Chantelle Harris, Clerk, ROCC, Child Bearing/Child Rearing/FMLA on or about February 2, 2027, through July 2, 2027. 6. Renee Jones, School Security Guard, Reading High School, FMLA effective August 24, 2026, through September 27, 2026. 7. Anthony Mims, Teacher, Central Middle School, FMLA effective November 19, 2026, through December 8, 2026. 8. Luise Schock, Paraprofessional, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, Disability Leave of Absence, effective August 17, 2026, through October 22, 2026. 9. Angie Sencion, Paraprofessional, Reading High School, Child Bearing/Child Rearing Leave of Absence on or about November 24, 2026, through January 5, 2027. 10. Chenele Brown, Paraprofessional, Lauer’s Park Elementary School, FMLA, on an as-needed basis, effective July 11, 2026, through July 11, 2027. 11. Patience McIntosh, Clerk, RKAA-Thomas Ford, Family Medical/Disability Leave of Absence effective September 23, 2026, through January 1, 2027. |
|
13.10. To approve Return from Leave of Absence Requests as listed:
Description:
Administrative Staff 1. Jessica DiBlasi-Myers, Principal, Reading High School, effective September 8, 2026. Administrative Support Staff 1. Yulissa Lopez, HR Generalist, Administration Building, effective October 9, 2026. Instructional/Certificated Staff 1. Alexandra Booth, Teacher, Northeast Middle School, effective September 9, 2026. 2. Elizabeth Campbell, Teacher, 13th and Union Elementary School, effective September 8, 2026. 3. Katerina Lansang, Teacher, Central Middle School, effective October 5, 2026. Support Staff 1. Milagros Colon-Colon, Cafeteria Worker, Central Middle School, effective September 21, 2026. 2. Angelica Cocco-Espinal, Clerk, ROCC, effective September 16, 2026. 3. Renee Jones, School Security Guard, Reading High School, effective September 28, 2026. |
|
13.11. To approve Position Control items as listed:
Description:
1. To approve the creation of an (AFSCME) Attendance Clerk (Group 4 - 10M) position at Reading Innovation Academy. Per attached job description. 2. To approve the creation of an (AFSCME) Payroll Clerk (Group 5 - 12M) position at the Administration Building. Per attached job description. 3. To approve the creation of a (RSSSA) Human Resources Talent Management Specialist position. Per attached job description. 4. To approve the conversion of the Media Specialist position from 11M to 12M and adjustment to Range. Per attached job description. 5. To approve the conversion of the (TEAMSTERS) Arborist / Landscaper position to a (TEAMSTERS) Custodial Forman position. Per attached job description. 6. To approve the creation of a (REA) Aquaponics STEAM teacher position. 7. To eliminate a one-on-one paraprofessional, for Student ID: 335178 8. To eliminate a one-on-one paraprofessional, for Student ID: 346106 9. To eliminate a one-on-one paraprofessional, for Student ID: 347664 10. To eliminate a one-on-one paraprofessional, for Student ID: 358295 11. To eliminate a one-on-one paraprofessional, for Student ID: 315401 12. To approve a one-on-one paraprofessional, Learning Support (LS) 1:1, for Student ID 359657, attending Riverside Elementary. 13. To approve a one-on-one paraprofessional, Autistic Support (AS) 1:1, for Student ID 348799, attending Riverside Elementary. |
|
13.12. To approve Miscellaneous Items as listed:
Description:
1. To acknowledge the following individuals who have attained tenure per the Public School Code of 1949, as amended: Fisher, Tyler, #10705, 8/22/26 Mayer, Lauren, #10916, 9/5/26 Yingling, Jade, #10894, 9/5/26 Babb Hollen, Rebecca, #10917, 9/11/26 Crisafulli, Erica, #10919, 9/11/26 McDunnell, Rowan, #10925, 9/18/26 Middleton, Raquel, #10913, 9/18/26 Pence, Tricia, #10924, 9/25/26 2. To approve the hiring of Catherine Ramos-Sime, Intern School Psychologist, District Wide, recommended stipend $65,000.00 for the 26-27 school year, effective August 17, 2026. Stipend is payable in equal, bi-weekly installments during the academic year. Stipend amount is based on the availability of additional grant funding by and through PDE - Bureau of Spec. Ed. 3. To ratify an amendment to the item 13.12.3 (S. Argyros) from May 27, 2026 Board meeting to increase the annual stipend to $65,000 based on the availability of additional grant funding by and through PDE - Bureau of Spec. Ed. 4. To ratify an amendment to the item 13.12.4 (S. Arnette) from November 25, 2025 Board meeting to increase the annual stipend to $65,000 based on the availability of additional grant funding by and through PDE - Bureau of Spec. Ed. |
|
13.13. To approve the September 23, 2026 personnel agenda with changes.
Attachments:
()
|
|
14. COMMITTEE REPORTS
|
|
14.1. Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center
|
|
14.2. Berks County Intermediate Unit
|
|
14.3. Reading Public Museum
|
|
14.4. Reading Recreation Commission
|
|
14.5. Reading Education Foundation
|
|
15. OLD BUSINESS ITEMS
|
|
16. NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
|
|
17. ADJOURNMENT
|
|
17.1. The next meeting of the Reading School District Board of Directors will take place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 6 pm in the Administration Building Boardroom, 800 Washington Street, Reading PA.
|
|
17.2. Adjourn the Meeting
|
