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Seneca Valley School District

SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION

Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.

Minutes
September 9, 2024

CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:18

p.m.

Moment of Silence - The meeting was called to order with a moment of silence in
memory of September 11, 2001.

Pledge of Allegiance - Anaad and Anhad Saini, second graders at Rowan
Elementary School, continued the board initiative, “I Led the Pledge” by reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call - by Ms. Julia Benson, School Board Secretary, showed the following
members in attendance: Ms. Leslie Bredl, Mr. Eric DiTullio, Ms. Susan Harrison,
Mr. Tim Hester, Mr. Mike Jacobs, Mr. Fred Peterson, Mr. Jeff Widdowson and Ms.
Kari Zimmer. Mr. Nick Brower was absent.

INFORMATION REPORTS

Student/Staff Recognition - Viktoriya Semenenko, a 2024 graduate of Seneca
Valley and Butler County Area Vocational Technical School (BCAVTS), placed
first at the SkillsUSA National Championship in Atlanta, Georgia, June 24-28. Miss
Semenenko competed in Advertising Design and received a gold medal at the
SkillsUSA Pennsylvania State Competition, advancing her to the National
Championship where more than 6,500 other state champions competed for national
gold, silver and bronze medals in 115 skilled and leadership competitions. The
Advertising Design competition lasted three days, assessing both technical skills
and creative aptitude, simulating the experience of working in an advertising
agency. Competitors took a written test and recreated an advertisement, and were
evaluated on accuracy, software proficiency and the ability to meet deadlines. The
SkillsUSA National Championship is the largest gathering of America’s future
skilled workforce and the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical
education, Read more at www.svsd.net.

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B. Dates to Remember - Ms. Linda Andreassi announced the following dates to
remember:
September 9-13 Arts in Education Week
September 11 Patriot Day
September 11 Senior High School Open House
September 11 Intermediate High School Open House
September 12 Ryan Gloyer Middle School Open House
September 16 Regular School Board Meeting, 7 p.m. SVIHS Auditorium
September 17 National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day
September 19 SV Homecoming Carnival (5 p.m.) and Parade (7 p.m.}, Secondary
Campus
September 20 SV Homecoming Court Recognition, NexTier Stadium, 6:30 p.m.
September 21 SV Homecoming Dances, SHS & [HS, 7-10 p.m.
September 22 Autumn Begins
October 2 National Custodial Workers Recognition Day
October 2 Rosh Hashana Begins
October 3 Professional Development (Act 80) Day — No School for Students -
Adam Blank Presentation to Staff, 8-10 a.m., Seneca Valley
Intermediate High School Auditorium
October 4 In-Service Day and K-6 Parent/Teacher Conferences — No School for
Students
C. Agency Reports

1. Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr reported that the student population has
increased by 1% at the Vo-Tech.

2. LU. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio reported that all positions have been filled and
that the next meeting is on September 25.
D. Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio reported that there is nothing to report.

Dr. Vitale shared that the Vo-Tech is a great option for students who would like to obtain
certifications in trades and reminded the public that there is not a cost for students to attend. Mr.
DiTullio echoed her remarks, sharing that the Vo-Tech is a tremendous program,

E. Financial Reports

1. Operations

2. Senior High Activities

3. Intermediate High Activities

4. Middle School Activities

5. Athletics

6. Food Service

7. Tax Collections

8. Capital Projects Funds

3. ACTION AGENDA
A Public Comment — There was no public comment.

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B. Personnel - Approved the following personnel items that were discussed in
executive session held prior to the meeting:

Resignations - Professional — Ashley Zaso, Classified — Bryan Jones, Tara
Sproat, Theodore Lindgren, Kimberly Martin, Malissa Forbus, James Rieg,
Reed Angelucci, Contracted Service — Sarah Frey, Mallory Marinack

Appointments — Professional — Evan DeAngelis, Erin Burkhart, Dyanna
Boosel, Kimberly Brown, Professional Substitutes — Elizabeth Babcock, Holly
Badger, Donald Barclay, Ronald Butschle, Julia Camp, Mackenzie Clarke,
Madison Cossin, Erika Costanzo, Ronald Evans, Alisa Gargasz, Kelsey
Gianfrancesco, Brittany Johnson, Laura Kellar, Shannon Lesack, Theodore
Lindgren, Benjamin Mattes, Susan McDowell, Carly Renwick, Amanda Snyder,
Carla Stark, Maura Taylor, Anissa Tekelenburg, Connor Watkins, Lindsey
Williams, Deborah Zimmerman, Classified — Shabana Ahmadi, Denise
Schenck, Tabitha Wilson, Jayme Hood, David McCabe, Sarah McCafferty,
Caitlin Bertucci, Irma Martinez, Brandon Taylor, Patricia Hayden, Linda
Hussar, Fred Buchanan, Classified Substitutes — Emily Rihely, Supplementals -
Alexa Gates, Abigail Lizewski, Tim O’Shea, Carlos Salgado, Carolee Corbett,
Jason Shorr, Jason Woolslare, Bobi-Jean Alexander, Sarah Groth, Andrea Platt,
Marissa Bitonti, Haley Landolina, Dean Leventopoulos, Bobi-Jean Alexander,
Emily Christ, Michael Marra, Bruce Smith, Bobi-Jean Alexander, Mark
Beighey, Brenna Miller, Michael Conlon, Claire Barker, Mark Beighey, Bill
Brewer, Chessa Crum, Susana Garcia, Rebecca Hester, Kyle Masson, Veronica
Mortier, Ellie Shroder, Mark Beighey, Susana Garcia, Kyle Masson, Rebecca
Hester, Katie Gemperlein, Stephens Wolfe, Laura Lugarich, Ashley Porter, Jan
Plutnicki, Kurt McKnaught, Oliver Wiehe, Dan McKosky, Zach Maisner, Seth
Verba, James Sutkowski, James Sutkowski, Michael Manipole, Karissa
Lambert, Thomas Magill, Megan Oldenski, Dyanna Boosel, Alison Doyle-
Hoover, Sarah Groth, Brian Carson, Kelly Weston, Dean Leventopoulos,
Edward Senor, Internship — Daniel Guerra

Contracted Service — Jim Pearson

Leaves - Professional — Melissa Cornibe, Jordan Sadley, Jamie Badaracco,
Cameron Maurer, Kaitlyn Witt

5. Classified - Robert Jacobs, Amy Gloeckner, Kristie Moran, Madeline Nowak

Stipend - Timothy Eiler

C. Electric Front-Loading Kiln Purchase - Awarded the bid for an electric front-

loading kiln for the Seneca Valley Senior High School to Alpine Kilns &
Equipment, LLC in the amount of $23,078.

D. Student Trip - Approved the secondary chorus trip to Dallas, Texas, March 28-31,
2025, under the supervision of Mrs. Bobi-Jean Alexander, Mrs. Claire Barker, and
Mrs. Chessa Crum. Students will miss two days of instruction. This will be at no
cost to the district.

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Mr. DiTullio recognized the location of the chorus trip is to Dallas, TX, is a new one. He asked if

the location is due to the Directors wanting to try new locations and Dr. McKinley confirmed that
this is correct.

Mr. Widdowson motioned, seconded by Ms. Harrison to approve personnel, the Electric Front-
Loading Kiln purchase and the student trip. The motion carried on a roll call vote with those
present voting in the affirmative.

4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

A. Work Session - August 5, 2024
B. Action Meeting - August 12, 2024

5. TREASURER’S REPORT

6. GENERAL FUND BILLS
2023-2024 Grand Total: $466,899.10
2024-2025 Grand Total: $4,718,416.33

7. CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $687,931.07

8. ADMINISTRATION

A. Board Policies -
l. Approve board policy 008 — Organization Chart — revised, second and final
reading,.

2. Approve board policy 331 — Employees — Job Related Expenses — revised,
second and final reading.

3. Approve board policy 612 - Purchases not Budgeted — new, first reading.

4. Approve board policy 619 — District Audit - new, first reading.

5. Approve board policy 812 — Property Insurance — new, first reading.

Policies to be retired:

6. Policy 331 — Administrative Employees — Job Related Expenses — retire,
second and final reading.

7. Policy 431 - Professional Employees - Job Related Expenses — retire,
second and final reading.

8. Policy 531 - Classified Employees — Job Related Expenses — retire, second
and final reading.

9. Policy 432 — Professional Employees — Working Periods — retire, first and

final reading.

B. PSBA 20235 Officer Elections Slate of Candidates - Elect the Pennsylvania School
Board Association (PSBA) officers.

Mr. DiTullio shared with the Board that they will be taking recommendations for the PSBA
officers at next week’s meeting.

C. Vector Selutions - Approve the contract with Vector Solutions to provide a virtual
Title IX training to appropriate staff members, as outlined by federal regulations.

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Conferences - Approve conference requests.

Student Trip — Approve the Orchestra trip to Orlando, Florida, March 20-24, 2025,
under the supervision of Ms. Sarah Miller. Students will miss two days of
instruction and the trip is at no cost to the district.

Memorandum of Understanding OPT — Approve the MOU for the Outreach
Partnership of Technology (OPT) with the Seneca Valley Education Association
(SVEA).

Grant Disbursement — Grant permission to apply for and disburse, if approved,
the Waterway Monitoring, Health and Education Grant in the amount of $2,600
requested by Mr. Tom Lavelle. Funds will be used to purchase two data logger
remote sensors that will be used for the expansion of student projects.

The Watson Institute (Education Center) Service Agreement - Approve the
agreement with The Watson Institute for the provision of educational services for
students enrolled at The Education Center Sewickley for the 2024-25 school year.
Pending solicitor review.

The Watson Institute (WISCA) Service Agreement - Approve the agreement
with The Watson Institute for the provision of educational services for students
enrolled at The Watson I[nstitute Social Center for Academic Achievement
(WISCA) Sewickley for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

Midwestern Intermediate Unit (MIU) IV Special Education Service Agreement
- Approve the agreement with the MIU IV to provide hearing impaired support
services for students for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

LaRoche University Concurrent Enroliment Agreement - Approve the

concurrent enrollment agreement with La Roche University for the 2024-25 school
year. Pending solicitor review.

Point Park University College in High School Enrollment Agreement - Approve
the concurrent enrollment agreement with Point Park University for the 2024-25

school year. Pending solicitor review.

Robert Morris University in the High School Enrollment Agreement - Approve
the concurrent enrollment agreement with Robert Morris University for the 2024-25
school year. Pending solicitor review.

Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit (BVIU) Contract for Special Education
Programs and Services -Approve the contract with BVIU to provide special
education programs and services for enrolled students for the 2024-25 school year.
Pending solicitor review.

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L. The University School Enrollment Contract - Approve the contract with The
University School for the provision of educational services for enrolled student for
the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

M. Caring Foundation Agreement - Approve the agreement with the Caring
Foundation to provide school-based peer support group for grieving children and
adolescents for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

N. University of Pittsburgh Services Agreement - Approve the agreement with
University of Pittsburgh to participate in the School Partnered Collaborative Care
(SPACE) Study for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

0. The School at McGuire Memorial Educational Services Agreement - Approve
the agreement with The School at McGuire Memorial for the provision of
educational services for enrolled students for the 2024-25 school year.

P. The School at McGuire Memorial Extended School Year Agreement - Approve
the agreement with The School at McGuire Memorial for extended school year
programming for July 2025.

Mr. Peterson asked for additional information regarding the Caring Foundation Agreement and, if
the District would be hit with a tragedy, would the District be able to support the staff and students
properly. Dr. Doggrell shared that this agreement with Highmark Caring Foundation will provide
an opportunity for counseling during the school day to occur for students that have experienced
significant grief or loss. Dr. Doggrell shared that parent consent is required for participating
students and that district school counselor cofacilitates the sessions with the Caring Foundation
staff. Additionally, Dr. Doggrell shared that she feels that the District is very well staffed and has a
variety of resources and community partners available to support the District in the event of a
tragedy.

10.

11.

12.

13.

BUSINESS/FINANCE
A. Budget Transfers - Approve budget transfers.

B. Bid Awards — Award the professional snow removal services contract to
for District wide snow removal services.

PERSONNEL

LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the August 12,
2024, public agenda:

a. Alex Lau

ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the board, Ms. Harrison motioned,
seconded by Ms. Bredl to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. The motion carried on a voice
vote with those present voting in the affirmative.

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14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - An executive session was held prior to this meeting to discuss
personnel items.

Mr. Eric DiTullio, President

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Ms. Julia Benson, School Board Secretary

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=== MEETING AGENDA ===

Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION

Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.

Public Agenda
September 9, 2024
** Subject to Change**

CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.

Moment of Silence - In Memory of September 11, 2001

Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Anaad and Anhad Saini, second
graders at Rowan Elementary School.

Roll Call

INFORMATION REPORTS
A.

Student/Staff Recognition – Viktoriya Semenenko, a 2024 graduate of Seneca
Valley and Butler County Area Vocational Technical School (BCAVTS), placed
first at the SkillsUSA National Championship in Atlanta, Georgia, June 24-28. Miss
Semenenko competed in Advertising Design and received a gold medal at the
SkillsUSA Pennsylvania State Competition, advancing her to the National
Championship where more than 6,500 other state champions competed for national
gold, silver and bronze medals in 115 skilled and leadership competitions. The
Advertising Design competition lasted three days, assessing both technical skills
and creative aptitude, simulating the experience of working in an advertising
agency. Competitors took a written test and recreated an advertisement, and were
evaluated on accuracy, software proficiency and the ability to meet deadlines. The
SkillsUSA National Championship is the largest gathering of America’s future
skilled workforce and the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical
education. Read more at www.svsd.net.

Dates to Remember

September 9-13
September 11
September 11
September 11
September 12
September 16
September 17
September 19
September 20
September 21
September 22
October 2
October 2
October 3
October 4
C.

Agency Reports

Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio

Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio

Financial Reports

Arts in Education Week
Patriot Day
Senior High School Open House
Intermediate High School Open House
Ryan Gloyer Middle School Open House
Regular School Board Meeting, 7 p.m. SVIHS Auditorium
National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day
SV Homecoming Carnival (5 p.m.) and Parade (7 p.m.), Secondary
Campus
SV Homecoming Court Recognition, NexTier Stadium, 6:30 p.m.
SV Homecoming Dances, SHS & IHS, 7-10 p.m.
Autumn Begins
National Custodial Workers Recognition Day
Rosh Hashana Begins
Professional Development (Act 80) Day – No School for Students Adam Blank Presentation to Staff, 8-10 a.m., Seneca Valley
Intermediate High School Auditorium
In-Service Day and K-6 Parent/Teacher Conferences – No School for
Students

Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds

ACTION AGENDA
A.

Public Comment

Personnel – Approve resignations, appointments, contracted service, leaves and
stipend.

Electric Front-Loading Kiln Purchase - Award the bid for an electric frontloading kiln for the Seneca Valley Senior High School to Alpine Kilns &
Equipment, LLC in the amount of $23,078.

Student Trip – Approve the secondary chorus trip to Dallas, Texas, March 28-31,
2025, under the supervision of Mrs. Bobi-Jean Alexander, Mrs. Claire Barker, and
Mrs. Chessa Crum. Students will miss two days of instruction. This will be at no
cost to the district.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.

Work Session – August 5, 2024
Action Meeting – August 12, 2024

TREASURER’S REPORT

GENERAL FUND BILLS
2023-2024 Grand Total: $466,899.10
2024-2025 Grand Total: $4,718,416.33

CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $687,931.07

ADMINISTRATION
A.

Board Policies 1.
Approve board policy 008 – Organization Chart – revised, second and final
reading.

2.
Approve board policy 331 – Employees – Job Related Expenses – revised,
second and final reading.

3.
Approve board policy 612 – Purchases not Budgeted – new, first reading.

4.
Approve board policy 619 – District Audit – new, first reading.

5.
Approve board policy 812 – Property Insurance – new, first reading.
Policies to be retired:

6.
Policy 331 – Administrative Employees – Job Related Expenses – retire,
second and final reading.

7.
Policy 431 – Professional Employees – Job Related Expenses – retire,
second and final reading.

8.
Policy 531 – Classified Employees – Job Related Expenses – retire, second
and final reading.

9.
Policy 432 – Professional Employees – Working Periods – retire, first and
final reading.

PSBA 2025 Officer Elections Slate of Candidates - Elect the Pennsylvania School
Board Association (PSBA) officers.

Vector Solutions - Approve the contract with Vector Solutions to provide a virtual
Title IX training to appropriate staff members, as outlined by federal regulations.

INSTRUCTION
A.

Conferences – Approve conference requests.

Student Trip – Approve the Orchestra trip to Orlando, Florida, March 20-24, 2025,
under the supervision of Ms. Sarah Miller. Students will miss two days of
instruction and the trip is at no cost to the district.

Memorandum of Understanding OPT – Approve the MOU for the Outreach
Partnership of Technology (OPT) with the Seneca Valley Education Association
(SVEA).

Grant Disbursement – Grant permission to apply for and disburse, if approved,
the Waterway Monitoring, Health and Education Grant in the amount of $2,600
requested by Mr. Tom Lavelle. Funds will be used to purchase two data logger
remote sensors that will be used for the expansion of student projects.

The Watson Institute (WISCA) Service Agreement - Approve the agreement
with The Watson Institute for the provision of educational services for students
enrolled at The Watson Institute Social Center for Academic Achievement
(WISCA) Sewickley for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

LaRoche University Concurrent Enrollment Agreement - Approve the
concurrent enrollment agreement with La Roche University for the 2024-25 school
year. Pending solicitor review.

Point Park University College in High School Enrollment Agreement - Approve
the concurrent enrollment agreement with Point Park University for the 2024-25
school year. Pending solicitor review.

Robert Morris University in the High School Enrollment Agreement - Approve
the concurrent enrollment agreement with Robert Morris University for the 2024-25
school year. Pending solicitor review.

10.

The University School Enrollment Contract - Approve the contract with The
University School for the provision of educational services for enrolled student for
the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

Caring Foundation Agreement - Approve the agreement with the Caring
Foundation to provide school-based peer support group for grieving children and
adolescents for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

University of Pittsburgh Services Agreement - Approve the agreement with
University of Pittsburgh to participate in the School Partnered Collaborative Care
(SPACE) Study for the 2024-25 school year. Pending solicitor review.

The School at McGuire Memorial Educational Services Agreement - Approve
the agreement with The School at McGuire Memorial for the provision of
educational services for enrolled students for the 2024-25 school year.

The School at McGuire Memorial Extended School Year Agreement - Approve
the agreement with The School at McGuire Memorial for extended school year
programming for July 2025.

BUSINESS/FINANCE
A.

Budget Transfers – Approve budget transfers.

Bid Awards – Award the professional snow removal services contract to
_______________ for District wide snow removal services.

11.

PERSONNEL

12.

LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD
a. Alex Lau

13.

ADJOURNMENT