On Tuesday, November 14, 2023, the ECI Committee met and reviewed an agenda that included 2024-25 Program of Studies changes and additions, overnight student travel, and curriculum updates. The Program of Studies changes include the addition of American Sign Language 2, AP African American Studies, and three Physical Education course options. Dr. Pam Hart's curriculum update touched on the most recent professional development sessions for staff and, also, family outreach opportunities that include Saturday morning adult ESL classes.

The Facilities and Operations Committee met on Monday, October 30, 2023, in a virtual format.

The Committee reviewed the following items to be moved to this evening’s action meeting for the Board’s consideration.

• A contract with Siemens to upgrade the District's automatic temperature control and building automation system software
• The permission to advertise a request for proposal for a professional assessment of the elementary school playgrounds and equipment



The Committee was presented and discussed informational items, including:

• Update on the 10 year Capital Project Plan and a list of potential projects for 2024
• The preliminary schedule for the potential High School project

At the November 8, 2023, Finance Committee meeting, which was an in-person meeting, the financial reports and budget transfers were reviewed in addition to the following items:

1. Mr. Tim Mirra and Mr. Matt Beinhauer from Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC presented the 2022-23 draft audit report. The draft audit report and the presentation is posted in BoardDocs. There were no findings with the audit. The final audit report is being prepared and will appear on the December Action meeting agenda.

2. Mr. Skrocki reviewed the draft budget calendar for 2024-25. This item appears on tonight's agenda.

3. Mr. Skrocki reviewed a proposed addition to the committed fund balance of $5.1 million for future capital projects.  This item appears on tonight's agenda.

4. Mr. Linke reviewed the 2024-25 building-level budgets and the per-pupil allocations.

5. Mr. Skrocki and Mr. Stuart Sutley from Everside provided an update on the healthcare center with the request for additional staffing. Utilization and cost-saving data were shared. A contract addendum is being prepared and will be presented at the December Action meeting with one additional medical provider.

6. Dr. Bauer and Mr. Skrocki provided a high school update including a recent research study and the updated taxpayer impact figures.

The Foundation last met in October at Gwynedd Square Elementary where we visited a kindergarten class that we supported with learning and playing stations. We love seeing our impact at the classroom level.

October was a busy month for the Foundation as we held our U-Knight to Inspire Staff Giving Campaign. I am happy to report that we raised more than $17,000 for innovative projects. Thank you to everyone who contributed. 

Next week, the grant committee will review dozens of mid-year grant proposals and has budged $35,000 for this round of submissions. 



I want to also recognize Peoples Security Bank and Trust who recently presented us with a $10,000 check through their Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program.  

Any questions related to the Foundation can be directed to Christine Liberaski at the ESC or you can learn more at npennedfoundation.org.

The Policy Committee met on October 30, 2023 as it continues its review of the PSBA recommended policies pertaining to business and finance. At that meeting, the committee members reviewed the following policies: #603 - Budget Preparation; #604 - Budget Adoption; #605 - Tax Levy; #606 - Tax Collection. These policies are on tonight's agenda for a first reading. 

The Safe Schools Committee met on October 30, 2023. During the meeting, Mr. Peter Nicholson presented the Youth Aid Panel (YAP) program update. Mr. Nicholson stated that an additional 8 North Penn High School staff members were trained by ADA Angela Bell from the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. The North Penn YAP will begin its operation starting the week of November 6, 2023. Mr. Nicholson also outline the criteria and offenses that are eligible for YAP. Mr. Rhone updated the committee on the surveillance server and camera installs.