Board of School Directors — Apr 20, 2026

1. Pledge to the Flag

2. Roll Call

1. Announcement of Meetings

Tuesday, April 7, 2026Executive session- immediately following the committee meetings (Legal, Safety and Security)Board meeting- immediately following executive session but not before 6:30PMMonday, April 20, 2026Policy/Curriculum- 5:30 PMBoard meeting- immediately following the committee meetings but not before 6:30 PM 

1. Upcoming Public Meetings

Monday, May 4, 2026B&G/ Personnel/Finance- 5:30 PM Library Board interviews- immediately following the committee meetings.Board meeting- immediately following the committee meetings but not before 6:30PM Monday, May 28, 2026Policy/Curriculum- 5:30 PMBoard meeting- immediately following the committee meetings but not before 6:30PM

1. Phoenixville Area Middle School - Mr. Justin McCord, Principal and Juli Brewer, PAMS Special Ed Teacher

 Mr. McCord and Ms. Brewer shared information about the RISE Bread Company

2. Proposed Final Budget 2026-2027, Dr. Jeremy Melber, Chief Financial Officer

1. Personnel Report - April 20, 2026

10. Curriculum - Approval of 2026 Summer Reading/Summer Work

11. Curriculum - Approval of the Disposal of Library / Textbooks

Schuylkill Elementary 

12. Policy - Approval of the Proposal for Memorial at Hares Hill Elementary

Pursuant to policy 714 AR, Hares Hill Elementary is requesting Board approval to purchase picnic tables from money raised by the HSA in memory of Mary Ellen Trout. A small plaque would be displayed in the courtyard (not on the tables themselves) that will be presented to the family after 10 years. This request was first reviewed by the Memorial Review Committee and the Committee recommended the request go to the Board.  

13. Proposal for Keystone Agenda and Policy Portal

14. Policy 140 - Charter Schools

Review Policy on Charter Schools Policy 140

15. Policy 204 - Attendance

Review Policy on Attendance Policy 204 

16. Policy 221 - Dress and Grooming (Students)

Review Policy on Dress and Grooming (Students) Policy 221

17. Policy 236.1 - Threat Assessment

Review Policy on Threat Assessment Policy 236.1

18. Policy 325 - Dress and Grooming (Employees)

Review Policy on Dress and Grooming (Employees)  Policy 325

19. Policy 332 - Working Periods

Review Policy on Working Periods Policy 332

2. Curriculum - Approval of an Agreement with Project Libertad for the 2026-2027 School Year

20. Policy 619 - District Audit

Review Policy on District Audit Policy 619

21. Policy 810 - Transportation

Review Policy on Transportation Policy 810

22. Policy 204-AR-0 - Compulsory Attendance/Unexcused Absences

Review Administrative Regulation on Compulsory Attendance/Unexcused Absences Policy 204-AR-0 

23. Policy 204-AR-3 - Truant Notification Letter

Review Administrative Regulation on Truant Notification Letter Policy 204-AR-3

24. Policy 204-AR-4 - Habitually Truant Notice

Review Administrative Regulation on Habitually Truant Notice Policy 204-AR-4

25. Policy 204-AR-5 School Attendance Improvement Plan

Review Administrative Regulation on Attendance Improvement Plan Policy 204-AR-5

26. Policy 204.1 AR - Family Trips/Vacation

Review Administrative Regulation on Family Trips Policy 204.1 AR

27. Policy 330 AR-4 - Reasonable Break Time and Lactation Accommodations

Review Administrative Regulation on Reasonable Break Time and Lactation Accommodations Policy 330 AR-4

28. Policy 626 AR - Procurement Plan

Review Administrative Regulation on Procurement Plan Policy 626 AR

29. Policy 707 AR-3 - Use of School Facilities AR- Track Access

Review Administrative Regulation on Use of School Facilities AR- Track Access Policy 707 AR-3

3. Curriculum - Approval of an Intergovermental Agreement with the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) for Shared Student Services for 2026-2027

30. Policy 707 AR-4 - Use of School Facilities AR - Use of Parking Lots

Review Administrative Regulation on Use of School Facilities AR - Use of Parking Lots Policy 707 AR-4

31. Approval of Minutes from April 7, 2026 Board Meeting

4. Curriculum - Approval of an Affiliation Agreement with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) for Field Training Experience for a term of April 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027

5. Curriculum - Approval of a School Based Internship Agreement with Kutztown University for five years through April 20, 2031

6. Curriculum - Approval of (2) Two Professional Development Workshops with Panorama, Inc. at a Cost of $6,000 each

7. Curriculum - Approval of Renewal of IXL Site License for Math and ELA for Grades K-12 (term 6/14/2026 through 6/14/2029) totaling $23,906.25

8. Curriculum - Approval of an Agreement with Lakeside Youth Services for Three (3) Special Education slots for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027

9. Curriculum - Approval of Service Agreement with The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth for 2026-2027 School Year

For 3 pre-paid tuition slots

1. Report - PCEF (Phoenixville Community Education Foundation) - Dr. Sean Halloran

2. Report - Chester County Intermediate Unit / School Authority- Mr. Graham Perry

3. Report - Legislative Committee- Mr. Dan Wiser

4. Report - Phoenixville Public Library - Ms. Brittany Remington (Jessica Bicker)

5. Report - Board President's Report - Mr. Scott Overland

Announcement of Library Board of Trustee Interviews - May 4th between Committee and Board Meetings

6. Report - Superintendent's Report - Mrs. Missy McTiernan

1. Guidelines for Addressing the Board on Consent Agenda Items

At this time, the Board welcomes public comments on consent agenda items from residents, taxpayers, or employees of PASD. Please include your name, address, municipality, and topic to be addressed. Additionally, comments which pertain to personnel matters, individual student matters, or specifically name individuals, will not be permitted. The reading of comments will be limited to one (1) - three (3) minute opportunity per individual.

1. Personnel - April 20, 2026, Personnel Report

10. Finance - Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Phoenixville Borough Police Department for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028.

11. Finance - Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with the East Pikeland Township Police Department for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028.

12. Finance - Approval of 60-month renewal lease with Quadient for District postage machine at $320.57 per month

13. Finance - Approval of a Reciprocal Memorandum of Understanding for the Use and Occupancy of Facilities for Emergency Purposes with First United Methodist Church and Mom's House for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028

14. Approval of Minutes from April 7, 2026 Board Meeting

2. Finance - Approve the Disbursement of School District Funds - February 2026

3. Finance - Acknowledge the Receipt of District Financial Reports - February 2026

4. Finance - Approval of the 2026-2027 Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Core Services Budget in the amount of $50,180,724.00

2026-2027 CCIU Core & Occupational Education Budgets

5. Finance - Approval of the 2026-2027 Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) Occupational Education Budget in the amount of $34,574,320.00

2026-2027 CCIU Core & Occupational Education Budgets

6. Finance - Approval of Annual Surveillance System Preventative Maintenance - Quality Assurance Program Agreement with TWG Security for Phoenixville Area District School Buildings at a cost totaling $45,205.00

SchoolCostHigh School  $ 13,525.50   Middle School $   8,283.00   Barkley Elementary School $   4,763.50Schuylkill Elementary School  $   4,898.50   Manavon Elementary / PAELC   $   6,968.50   Hares Hill Elementary $   6,766.00TOTAL  $ 45,205.00                   

7. Finance - Approval of a Security Services Agreement with Titanium Security and Surveillance for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

8. Finance - Approval of a 4-Year Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services at an Annual Cost of $190,892.22

9. Finance - Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Schuylkill Township Police Department for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028.

1. Open Public Comment on any Roll Call Agenda Items

At this time, the Board welcomes public comments on any school subject from residents, taxpayers, or  employees of PASD. Please include your name, address, municipality, and topic to be addressed.Additionally, comments which pertain to personnel matters, individual student matters, or specifically name individuals, will not be permitted. The reading of comments will be limited to one (1) - three (3) minute opportunity per individual.

1. Approval of the District’s 2026-2027 Proposed Final Budget in the amount not greater than $124,352,014 with a Tax Increase not greater than 3.50%.

1. Open Public Comment on any School Subject

At this time, the Board welcomes public comments on any school subject from residents, taxpayers, or  employees of PASD. Please include your name, address, municipality, and topic to be addressed.Additionally, comments which pertain to personnel matters, individual student matters, or specifically name individuals, will not be permitted. The reading of comments will be limited to one (1) - three (3) minute opportunity per individual.

1. PLEASE NOTE: This agenda is subject to change. The Board requests that they be made aware of anyone taping the proceedings of this meeting.