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2024-08-05
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
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Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
August §, 2024
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:03
p.m.
A. Moment of Si…
Intermediate High School, was recently named a first-place awardee of “America’s
Field Trip,” a new, nationwide scholastic contest encouraging students to reflect on
what America means to them. Thousands of students from across the country
submitted …
B. Dates to Remember - Ms. Tiffany Hernandez announced the following dates to
remember:
| August 3-6 PA Principals Association Conference — Marriott North (August 5 at
Ehrman Crest)
August 12 Regular School Board Meeting - SVIHS Auditorium — § p.m.
A…
3. Contracted Services - Sarah Frey, Latitia-Paros, Lockovich Life Care LLC
4. Leaves — Professional — Kristin Schlemmer, Audrey Buban, Rebecca
Mutschler, Melissa Bonicky, Margaret Mollura, Mackenzie Gaydosh,
Classified — Gregory Johns, Stacy Johns,…
12. Policy 531 — Classified Employees — Job Related Expenses — retire, first
reading.
B. School Bus Drivers -~ Approve the list of new bus drivers for ABC Transit, Valley
Lines and Seneca Valley School District.
C. Therapy Dogs Internatignal - App…
Early Admission - Approve the early admission to Kindergarten for one student
for the 2024-25 school year.
Butler Area School District Program Placement Agreement - Approve the
program placement agreement with Butler Area School District to provide …
Procurement Card Program - Approve a Corporate MasterCard Program Member
Account Agreement between Seneca Valley School District and BMO Harris Bank
N.A. for the implementation of a procurement card system.
Budget Transfers - Approve budget transfer…
11. PERSONNEL
12, LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the June 10,
2024, public agenda:
Dan Rojtas
Eric Goucher
Anna Atkinson
Craig Cushing
Amy Smith
J…
1. Leila Wright, a rising sophomore from Seneca Valley Intermediate High School,
was recently named a first-place awardee of “America’s Field Trip,” a new,
nationwide scholastic contest encouraging students to reflect on what America
means to them. T…
1.
2.
4.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
D.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
7.
8.
3.
SAT Testing - SHS – 7:30 a.m.
Labor Day – No School for Students and Staf…
12.
Policy 531 – Classified Employees – Job Related Expenses – retire, first
reading.
B.
School Bus Drivers – Approve the list of new bus drivers for ABC Transit, Valley
Lines and Seneca Valley School District.
C.
Therapy Dogs International - App…
Early Admission – Approve the early admission to Kindergarten for one student
for the 2024-25 school year.
G.
Butler Area School District Program Placement Agreement - Approve the
program placement agreement with Butler Area School District to prov…
Procurement Card Program - Approve a Corporate MasterCard Program Member
Account Agreement between Seneca Valley School District and BMO Harris Bank
N.A. for the implementation of a procurement card system.
B.
Budget Transfers – Approve budget tran…
2024-08-12
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
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Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 8 p.m.
Minutes
August 12, 2024
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:54
p.m.
A Moment of S…
13. Policy 531 — Classified Employees — Job Related Expenses - retire, first
reading.
School Bus Drivers - Approved the list of new bus drivers for ABC Transit, Valley
Lines and Seneca Valley School District.
Therapy Dogs International - Approved…
Grant Disbursement - Granted permission to apply for and disburse, if approved,
the PPG Innovative Classroom Grant in the amount of $1,000 requested by Mr. Tim
Cammisa. Funds will be used to help support the Fly-Fishing Activity and
Enrichment Club a…
K. The Bradiey Center - Approved the service agreement with the Bradley Center to
provide alternative education placement services for the 2024-25 school year.
[P MHY Family Services Agreement - Approved the service agreement with MHY
Family Service…
0. Pittsburgh Art Region Agreement - Approved the affiliate partner agreement with
the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, Inc. for administration of a Scholastic Art
& Writing Awards regional program for the term of July 1, 2024 through June 30,
…
10.
BUSINESS/FINANCE 5675
A,
B.
Procurement Card Program - Approved a Corporate MasterCard Program
Member Account Agreement between Seneca Valley School District and BMO
Harris Bank N.A. for the implementation of a procurement card system.
Budge…
14.
PERSONNEL - Approved the following personnel items that were discussed in executive
session held prior to the meeting:
A.
B.
F.
Resignations — Professional — Susan Moury, Classified — Amy Kvortek, Selene Stott
Appointments - Professional — …
ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the board, Mr. Hester, motioned,
seconded by Mr. Widdowson to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m. The motion carried on a
voice vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
EXECUTIVE SESSION — An executiv…
3.
SV Summer Academy: Professional Development Session on AI Tools
for Teachers – Secondary Campus
Bus Driver Welcome Back Meeting – IHS Auditorium – 9 a.m.
New Teacher Induction
Administrative Professional Development – SHS LGI
All-Staff Welcome Ba…
6.
Approve board policy 218 – Student Discipline – new, second and final
reading.
7.
Approve board policy 815 – Responsible Use of Internet and AI – revised,
second and final reading.
8.
Approve board policy 815.1 – Use of Generative Artificial Int…
Settlement Agreement - Approve the Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release
with Milcam, Inc., for the closeout of the East Fieldhouse project.
F.
Student Expulsion – Approve student expulsion #2023-24-21.
INSTRUCTION
A.
Conferences – Approve conf…
AMN Healthcare Inc. Agreement – Approve the education healthcare staffing
agreement with AMN Healthcare, Inc. to provide specialty and related services for
students during the 2024-25 school year.
I.
Education Master Services Agreement – Approve th…
2025.
P.
Research Study – Approve the research study on the impacts of physical space at
Ehrman Crest Elementary and Middle Schools.
Q.
Accelerate Education Master Services – Approve the Accelerate Education
Master Services and License Agreement …
2024-09-09
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
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.
A.
Moment of S…
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
Septembe…
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.…
5. Classified - Robert Jacobs, Amy Gloeckner, Kristie Moran, Madeline Nowak
6.
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 Alpin…
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. Ap…
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 Monito…
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…
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 Memori…
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 cons…
1.
2.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
D.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
3.
Arts in Education Week
Patriot Day
Senior High School Open House
Intermed…
Public Comment
B.
Personnel – Approve resignations, appointments, contracted service, leaves and
stipend.
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4.
C.
Electric Front-Loading Kiln Purchase - Award the bid for an electric frontloading kiln for the Seneca Valley Senior High School t…
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 Perio…
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 solicit…
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…
2024-09-16
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
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Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
7:08 p.m.
Minutes
September 16, 2024
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Mike Jacobs, Board Member, called the meeting to order at
A. Momen…
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…
9. Policy 432 — Professional Employees — Working Periods — retire, first and
final reading.
Mr. Jacobs motioned, seconded by Mr. Brower, to approve board policies. The motion carried on a
roll call vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
…
The Watson Institute (Education Center) Service Agreement - Approved 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.
The Watson In…
The University School Enrollment Contract - Approved the contract with The
University School for the provision of educational services for enrolled student for
the 2024-25 school year.
Caring Foundation Agreement - Approved the agreement with the Ca…
Ms. Harrison motioned, seconded by Ms. Zimmer, to approve conferences, student trip,
Memorandum of Understanding OPT, grant disbursement, The Watson Institute (Education
Center) Service Agreement, The Watson Institute (WISCA) Service Agreement, Midwe…
11. PERSONNEL - Approved the following personnel items that were discussed in executive
session held prior to the meeting:
A. Appointments — Professional Substitutes — Elizabeth Babcock, Barbara Cook, George
Panzak, Classified — Jennifer Burke, Ku K…
13. ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the board, Mr. Brower motioned,
seconded by Ms. Bredl to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 p.m. The motion carried on a voice
vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
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14. EXECUTIVE SESSION —…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence -
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Yasmeen Fahs, Grade 6, Haine Middle
School.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Dates to Remember
September 17
September 1…
9.
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…
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…
Robert Morris University in the High School Enrollment Agreement - Approve
the concurrent enrollment agreement with Robert Morris University for the 2024-25
school year.
K.
Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit (BVIU) Contract for Special Education
Progr…
2024-10-07
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
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Seneca Valley School District
p.m.
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
October 7, 2024
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:08
A. Moment of S…
Mr. Chris Eden, a Health and Physical Education teacher at Ryan Gloyer Middle
School (RGMS) and a Seneca Valley Football coach, was recently honored with
the 2024 Good Neighbor Award by NexTier Bank. This award recognizes
educators who go above and b…
Congratulations to seniors Eric Chen and Ophelia Crano for being named
semifinalists in the 70" Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. As
semifinalists, Mr. Chen and Miss Crano will have an opportunity to continue in
the competition for scholarsh…
B. Dates to Remember - Ms. Linda Andreassi announced the following dates to
remember:
October National Principals Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 10 World Mental Health Day
October 11 Yom Kippur Begins
October 14 Columbus Day
October …
Mr. Ken (KC) Cahall, HMS teacher, shared that the idea to start this program came
from “Nature-Deficit Disorder” and the disconnect between individuals and nature,
and the challenges because of the disconnect.
Mr. Cahall presented short-term and lon…
A few of the long-term goals include focusing on the students in kindergarten and
fifth grades. The reason for the fifth grade is because there is a natural flow to the
state standards that incorporates itself well into nature. Mr. Cahall would like …
Mr. Jacobs thanked Mr. Cahall and the Haine Team for all that they have done to
pilot this program. He also asked if there are plans to get the students involved in
creating the spaces. Mr. Cahall confirmed that there are plans to get the students
in…
In closing, Dr. McCarty added that all our elementary sites have unique resources
already that they can utilize. In addition, there are many opportunities in our
surrounding area that we can utilize and from which to learn. He shared that through
gra…
5. Affiliation Agreements — Approved Affiliation Agreements with Seneca Valley
School District and Geneva College, LaRoche University, Seton Hill University
and Slippery Rock University.
C. Student Adjudications - Approved the following student adj…
4. The Heros and Helpers 2024 Grant in the amount of $2,500 requested by Ms.
Jen Shipe, Dr. Wilcher and Ms. Annie Mersing. Funds will be used to support
Haine Middle School’s “Shop with a Cop” event with Cranberry Township
Police Department.
Alleghe…
14.
5695
C. Certificate of Deposit Placement Program - Approve a program application and
investment advisory agreement with the Pennsylvania Local Government
Investment Trust.
D. Postage Meter Lease Renewal - Approve a renewal lease agreement with…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Chase Salka, Connoquenessing Valley
Elementary School.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition
1. Mr. …
2. Congratulations to seniors Eric Chen and Ophelia Crano for being named
semifinalists in the 70th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. As
semifinalists, Mr. Chen and Miss Crano will have an opportunity to continue in
the competition for schol…
3.
Dates to Remember
October
October 10
October 11
October 14
October 14
October 14
October 16
October 23
National Principals Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
World Mental Health Day
Yom Kippur Begins
Columbus Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Re…
10.
D.
Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU) Title I Services Agreement - Approve the
AIU services agreement for Title I Non-Public services for the 2024-25 school year.
E.
The Watson Institute (Education Center) Service Agreement - Approve the
agree…
2024-11-18
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
November 18, 2024
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:03
p.m.
A.
B.
Moment of Si…
November 29 Release of Reports of Student Progress, Grades K-6
December 2 School Board Reorganization Meeting, IHS Auditorium, 5 p.m.
All-Star Award, Winner, November 2024 — Audrey Goode, Administrative
Assistant at Rowan Elementary School, was re…
3. Failure to enable protective limits on the length and frequency that
adolescents can use the sessions which can create an addictive engagement on
social media sites.
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The court determined that those features of social media sites are vi…
4. The Little STREAM Explorers Grant in the amount of $5,000 requested by Mr.
Ken Cahall and Ms. Annie Mersing. Funds will be used for supplies, equipment
and construction related to outdoor education at Haine Elementary School.
5. The Learning With…
Dr. Doggrell shared that the goal is to start at Haine and then expand into other schools. Dr.
Doggrell also shared that they are implementing the Young Athletes portion of the program which,
in addition to bocce, will be able to provide students thr…
Appointments - Administration — Sarah Parish, Professional Substitutes — Diana
Dorland, Jaclyn Matascik, Vandana Rana, Souad Richani, Rita Verona, Classified -
Kara Butler, CSM John Kortz, Ryan Cleaver, Jennifer Moulton, Lisa Goddard-
Smith, Classifi…
12. LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - No communication has been received
since the School Board Meeting on November 4, 2024,
13, ADJOURNMENT With nothing to come before the board, Mr. Widdowson motioned,
seconded by Ms. Harrison to adjourn the meet…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Greg Nguyen, sixth grade, Ehrman
Crest Middle School.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition – Choral …
3. The Raider Robotics Grant in the amount of $2,000 requested by Ms. Annie
Mersing. Funds will be used to cover costs associated with registration fees and
transportation for the Raider Robotics Team to participate in competitions.
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4. The Little…
10.
C.
Astronomy Club – Approve the establishment of the Astronomy Club at no cost to
the District and under the supervision of volunteer sponsor Ms. Veronica Mortier
effective for the 2024-25 school year.
D.
Unified Champion Schools Memorandum o…
2025-01-13
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
5714
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
January 13, 2025
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:07
p.m.
A
Moment of Si…
2. The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh has named James Lucot, a Seneca Valley
Senior High School teacher, among this year’s Righteous Among the Neighbors
honorees. Mr. Lucot is being celebrated for his many years of exceptional
teaching on the Holocau…
4. Jeremy Womer, Haine Middle School Assistant Principal, was recently selected
as Pennsylvania’s 2025 Outstanding Assistant Principal by the Pennsylvania
Principals Association. As a state winner in the National Association of
Elementary School Prin…
Dr. Vitale shared how proud she is for Mr. Womer and his wife, recognizing that this is a
team effort. She shared how Mr. Womer has been a shining light and that she is so glad that
the state now gets to see how outstanding he is. She wished him well…
All-Star Award, Winner, January 2025 — Josh Phipps, ABC Transit, Inc. Bus
Driver, was recognized and presented the All-Star Award by Dr. Erin Wilcher,
Haine Middle School Principal. Dr. Wilcher shared that Mr. Phipps is more than a
bus driver. She co…
Miss Umesh explained what leukemia and lymphoma are, the general effects of
having leukemia and lymphoma and the impact that they have on quality of life. A
part of the program that has been rewarding to both Miss Umesh and Mr. Boyer I is
that they h…
Presentation of Program of Studies - Dr. McKinley reported the Program of
Studies (POS) for the 2025-2026 School Year. The presentation focused on the
additions/changes in the Program of Studies and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
There will be twelve…
Mr. DiTullio asked for more information regarding Magic School. Dr. McKinley
shared that Magic School is a program that has approximately 80 different areas and
icons where teachers can get help with lesson plans, assignments, assessments and it
is d…
1.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Peterson, Jr. reported that the December meeting was a
Reorganization meeting. Mr. Conrad from the Butler School District was re-
elected as the JOC Chair and Mr. Peterson was elected as the JOC Vice
Chair. He also reported that the…
2. Approved board policy 227.1 — Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Athletic
Programs, Extracurricular Activities, and Student Drivers — revised, first
reading.
C. Horizontal Movement and Personal Leave Memorandum of Understanding -
Approved the Horizon…
3. Approved Mr. Steve Fortunato, Robotics teacher at the Senior High School, to
take the Raider Robotics FIRST Tech Challenge Team to Manheim, PA,
January 10-11, 2025. Students will miss one day of instruction. Costs will be
covered from budgeted mon…
12. LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the November
18, 2024, public agenda:
a. Amanda Razzano-Latham
b. Diane Fleming
c. Troy Witt
d. Sarah Rothrock
-…
1. Last month, 28 Seneca Valley students in grades 7-9 were chosen to participate
in the third annual Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District
5 String Fest. This one-day festival was held at Beaver Area High School and
featured stude…
3. Auditions were recently held for the 2024 Pennsylvania Music Educators
Association (PMEA) District 5 Honors Band at Grove City College. Over 200
students auditioned for a band of 125 musicians. This year, Seneca Valley had
36 students earn a posit…
4. Jeremy Womer, Haine Middle School Assistant Principal, was recently selected
as Pennsylvania’s 2025 Outstanding Assistant Principal by the Pennsylvania
Principals Association. As a state winner in the National Association of
Elementary School Prin…
8.
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
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3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.
C.
Work Session – November 4, 2024
Action…
1. Acknowledge Mrs. Carol-Lynn Dubovi to take students to Tokyo, Japan, June
2-9, 2026, at no cost to the District.
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2. Ms. Sarah Miller and Ms. Mille Shay, RGMS/IHS Orchestra teachers, to take
students to Erie, PA. for Pennsylvania Music Educatio…
9.
Conferences – Approve conference requests.
BUSINESS/FINANCE
A.
Food Service Equipment - Approved the sale of any food service equipment that is
deemed to have resale value and the disposal of any items that are not suitable for
resale in a resp…
2025-02-03
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
February 3. 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 6:59 p.m.
A.
Moment of Silence…
Pledge of Allegiance - Piper Micon, Grade 4, Seneca Valley Academy of Choice
(SVAOC), 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 follow…
Ms. Lena Hannah, Pennsylvania School Board Association (PSBA) Member
Outreach Manager, was in attendance to celebrate Seneca Valley School District as
a Great Pennsylvania School. She shared that this honor recognizes schools that
demonstrate commitm…
3. Approve board policy 249 - Anti-Bullying - revised, first reading,.
2025-2026 School Calendar — Approve the 2025-2026 school calendar.
Local District Holidays — Approve the resolution regarding local district holidays
for the 2025-2026 school ye…
4. Approve Ms. Sarah Miller and Ms. Millie Shay, RGMS/IHS Orchestra teachers,
to take students to Richland High School in Johnstown, PA. for Pennsylvania
Music Education Association (PMEA) Regions, Feb. 20-22, 2025. Students will
miss two days of ins…
10. BUSINESS/FINANCE
A.
B.
Budget Transfers — Approve budget transfers.
Tax Collector Compensation Resolution — Approve the resolution establishing tax
collector compensation for the years 2026-2027 through 2029-2030.
Audit Acknowledgement - Ack…
13. ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the board, Ms. Harrison motioned,
seconded by Mr. Hester, to adjourn the meeting at 7:36 p.m. The motion carried on a voice
vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
14, EXECUTIVE SESSION - An e…
1.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence - We are deeply saddened to inform you of the unexpected
passing of Ms. Beth Born, a dedicated Valley Lines driver for Seneca Valley Bus
S88. Ms. Born was a beloved member of our…
2.
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Piper Micon, Grade 4, Seneca Valley
Academy of Choice (SVAOC)
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition – PSBA will be awarding a Great Pennsylvania Schools
Ribbon in recogni…
1. Approve Ms. Bobi-Jean Alexander to take one student to Bushnell Performing
Arts Center in Hartford, CT. for the All-Eastern Choir. Student will miss two
days of instruction. Costs will be covered from budgeted monies.
2. Approve Colonel Keebler, …
Unified Champion Schools Memorandum of Understanding - Approve the
MOU between the Special Olympics Pennsylvania and Ryan Gloyer Middle School
for Unified Champion Schools (Indoor Bocce) for the 2024-2025 school year.
Pending solicitor review.
G.
M…
2025-02-10
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
February 10, 2025
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:20
p.m.
A. Moment of Silence…
A total of 18 Seneca Valley Band students were selected to participate in the
Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 5 Band Festival
held at Mercer Area High School from Jan. 22-24. Based on audition results,
nine SV students were s…
4. The Seneca Valley School District is honored to welcome Dr. Eric Eshbach,
Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Principals Association, and Mr. Michael
Allison, Regional Service Specialist for the Pennsylvania Principals
Association, as they form…
Mr. Allison shared that he had the pleasure of leading the site visit team that
visited Haine Middle School. The team was able to see firsthand the team
approach and collaboration by Mr. Womer and Dr. Erin Wilcher, Principal. He
shared that Mr. Womer…
February 27-March 2 | SV All-School Musical, “The Spongebob Musical” will be held in the
SVIHS; tickets available at Tickets for The SpongeBob Musical in
Harmony from ShowClix
(https://www.showclix.com/event/svspongebobmusical)
February 28 Ramadan B…
9.
INSTRUCTION
A.
B.
Conferences — Approved conference requests.
Tri-County Workforce Investment Board, Inc Agreement - Approved the
Services Agreement with Tri-County Workforce Investment Board, Inc. regarding
the Tri-County Business-Education…
2026. The trip is at no cost to the District. Passports travel agency will be used.
Book Disposal — Approved the sale, donation, or recycling of obsolete books from
Ryan Gloyer Middle School.
Cray Youth and Family Services Agreement - Approved the …
PA Connecting Communities Memorandum of Understanding - Approve the
MOU with PA Connecting Communities to provide individual transition services to
students and address employment and independent living skills for the 2024-2025
school year. Pending s…
10. BUSINESS/FINANCE
A.
B.
Budget Transfers — Approved budget transfers.
Tax Collector Compensation Resolution — Approved the resolution establishing
tax collector compensation for the years 2026-2027 through 2029-2030.
Audit Acknowledgement - …
Ms. Zimmer motioned, seconded by Mr. Widdowson, to approve appointments, leave, sabbatical
and retirements. The motion carried on a voice vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
12,
13.
14.
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The follow…
1.
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Grant Morley, Grade 6, Haine Middle
School
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition –
1. Students i…
3. Seneca Valley choir senior Ayla Alexander recently earned a position in the
2025 National Association for Music Education’s All-Eastern Treble Choir. The
National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-Eastern Honors Music
Festival convenes e…
Inclement Weather Makeup Day for January 3 closure – students and
staff will be in session
Valentine’s Day
President’s Day – Staff In-Service Day – No School for Students
SV All-School Musical, “The Spongebob Musical” will be held in the
SVIHS; ticke…
1. Approve Ms. Bobi-Jean Alexander to take one student to Bushnell Performing
Arts Center in Hartford, CT. for the All-Eastern Choir. Student will miss two
days of instruction. Costs will be covered from budgeted monies.
2. Approve Col. Keebler, JRO…
Unified Champion Schools Memorandum of Understanding - Approve the
MOU between the Special Olympics Pennsylvania and Ryan Gloyer Middle School
for Unified Champion Schools (Indoor Bocce) for the 2024-2025 school year.
G.
Magic School, Inc. Agreemen…
BUSINESS/FINANCE
A.
Budget Transfers – Approve budget transfers.
B.
Tax Collector Compensation Resolution – Approve the resolution establishing tax
collector compensation for the years 2026-2027 through 2029-2030.
C.
Audit Acknowledgement - Ackn…
2025-03-03
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
i
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
March 3, 2025
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:10
p.m.
A. Moment of Silence - W…
1. Four Seneca Valley Vo-Tech students earned top honors at the SkillsUSA
District 10 Competition; a program offered through the Butler County Area
Vocational-Technical School (BCAVTS). Competing against students from a
15-region area, these talented…
B. Dates to Remember - Ms. Linda Andreassi announced the following dates to
remember:
March
March 3 First Day for all PIAA Spring Sports
March 5 Ash Wednesday
March 7 End of Second Trimester, Grades K-6
March 8 ' SAT Testing — Seneca Valley Senior Hi…
Dr. Hiler went through the budget page-by-page. The budget shows an increase of
7.595% from last year with the Seneca Valley School District's portion rising by
$58,405.
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Mr. Hester thanked Dr. Hiler for her presentation and shared his dis…
Mr. DiTullio commented that only 15 years ago, the District had less than 100 students that
attended the Vo-tech. Currently there more than double that amount of students attending
and said that it is a testament to the programs that are offered. Mr.…
1. Vo-Tech — No additional update.
2. L.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio shared that there was a meeting on February 26.
The general operating budget is on the March 10 agenda for a vote and he
recommended that it be approved. The total is $649,000 for all…
Public Comment — Public comment was heard from Mr. Todd O’Shell regarding the
transportation contract.
Student Trip — Approved Mr. Varden Armstrong and Mr. Robert Babick, [HS/SHS
Band Directors, to take students to Ambridge Area High School for Penn…
3. Leaves — Administration — Tresa Amoscato, Professional — Sandra Bilbao, Nina
Grinnell, Rebecca Watkins, Laura Blazejewski, Lindsay Bergstrom, Emily
Knauss, Elizabeth Meinert, Taylor Marsinetti, Lindsay Mysliwiec, Cameron
Maurer, Classified — Cindy…
2. Approve Head Cross Country Coach Steve Strelick, along with assistants, to
take the boys and girls Cross County Teams, to Jennerstown, PA for a pre-
season training camp from August 15-17, 2025. Students will not miss
instruction and there is no c…
10.
12.
13.
PERSONNEL
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the Feb. 10,
2025, public agenda:
o a0 T
Charles Zugell
James Hulings
Taylor Russell an…
1.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence - – We are deeply saddened to share the passing of retired
Athletic Director and Seneca Valley Football Coach Mr. Terry Henry. Mr. Henry
was a beloved member of our staff from 19…
1. Four Seneca Valley Vo-Tech students earned top honors at the SkillsUSA
District 10 Competition; a program offered through the Butler County Area
Vocational-Technical School (BCAVTS). Competing against students from a
15-region area, these talented…
First Day for all PIAA Spring Sports
Ash Wednesday
End of Second Trimester, Grades K-6
SAT Testing – Seneca Valley Senior High School
Daylight Savings Time Begins
School Board Regular Meeting – 7 p.m. SVIHS Auditorium
The holiday of Holi
Spring Begin…
1.
2.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Legislative
F.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics…
1. Approve the middle school ski trip to Telluride, Colorado from January 14-20,
2026, under the supervision of Mr. Mickey Flood. Students will miss three days
of instruction. The trip is at no cost to the District. – Ms. Lewis
2. Approve Head Cross…
2025-2026 MIU IV General Operating Budget – Approve the 2025-2026
Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV General Operating Budget in the total amount of
$4,442,185 with Seneca Valley’s contribution being $161,240.
C.
Capital Asset Protection, Inc. Securit…
2025-03-10
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
March 10, 2025
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Jeff Widdowson, Vice President, called the meeting to order at
7:12 p.m.
A. Moment o…
2. The Seneca Valley Academic Decathlon Team clinched first place at the
Western Pennsylvania Regional Competition that was held February 14-15 at
Moniteau High School. In an outstanding display of academic excellence, the
team set a new SV Academic…
4. The Seneca Valley Raider Battalion Marksmanship Team recently competed at
the Army JROTC Service Championships in Camp Perry, Ohio, finishing an
impressive 43rd out of more than 1,200 teams nationwide! Senior Wesley
Marks set a new school record w…
Mr. Jacobs asked Miss Koliscak what made her enter this competition. Miss Koliscak
responded that this was a class assignment for her entire team at RGMS.
Ms. Bredl congratulated Miss Koliscak on this achievement and shared that she is wise
beyond h…
All-Star Award, Winner, March 2025 - Angelynn Kline, Ryan Gloyer Middle
School (RGMS) Security Guard, was recognized and presented the All-Star Award
by Ms. Trisha Butschle, RGMS Co-Principal. Ms. Butschle shared that Ms. Kline
exemplifies what it me…
Executive Director, shared that the MIU IV represents 27 school districts in Butler,
Lawrence and Mercer counties. Services offered include special education, early
intervention, technology and curriculum departments. The MIU [V staff members
travel …
8. Capital Projects Funds
3. PUBLIC COMMENT - There was no public comment.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Work Session — February 3, 2025
B. Action Meeting - February 10, 2025
5. TREASURER’S REPORT
6. GENERAL FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $8,522,260.69
7.…
2. Approved Head Cross Country Coach Steve Strelick, along with assistants, to
take the boys and girls Cross County Teams, to Jennerstown, Pennsylvania, for
a pre-season training camp from August 15-17, 2025, Students will not miss
instruction and th…
E. Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School (BCAVTS) 2025-2026 Budget
— Approve the BCAVTS proposed budget with budgetary reserve for the 2025-2026
school year in the amount of $7,351,613.
Mr. Jacobs motioned, seconded by Mr. Hester to approve…
11. PERSONNEL - Approved the following personnel items that were discussed in executive
session held prior to the meeting:
A. Resignations — Professional — Sarah Groth, Classified — Sunrei Kwen
B. Appointments - Professional Substitutes — Julia Arl…
15. EXECUTIVE SESSION - An executive session was held prior to this meeting to discuss
personnel items.
Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
Ms. Julia Benson, School Board Secretary
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Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD…
2. The Seneca Valley Academic Decathlon Team clinched first place at the
Western Pennsylvania Regional Competition that was held February 14-15 at
Moniteau High School. In an outstanding display of academic excellence, the
team set a new SV Academic …
4. The Seneca Valley Raider Battalion Marksmanship Team recently competed at
the Army JROTC Service Championships in Camp Perry, Ohio, finishing an
impressive 43rd out of more than 1,200 teams nationwide! Senior Wesley
Marks set a new school record w…
5. Congratulations to Lanie Koliscak, an eighth grader at Ryan Gloyer Middle
School, for being named a Top 10 national winner in the 2025 Veterans of
Foreign Wars (VFW) Patriot’s Pen competition! This annual youth scholarship
contest, hosted by the V…
8.
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.
Work Session – February 3, 2025
Action Meeting – February 10, 2025
5.
TREASU…
4. Approve Ms. Bobi-Jean Alexander, SHS Choral Teacher, and Ms. Claire
Barker, IHS Choral Teacher, to take students to Waynesburg University for
3
Pennsylvania Music Education (PMEA) Regions, March 19-21, 2025. Students
will miss up to three days o…
Waste Management Renewal Agreement - Approve the renewal agreement with
Waste Management of Pennsylvania for waste removal services.
D.
CVE Re-Roofing Project - Approve Duro-Last, Inc. through the government
cooperative purchasing program, The Inte…
2025-04-07
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
April 7, 2025
1 CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:00
p.m.
A. Moment of Sil…
2. INFORMATION REPORTS
A. Student/Staff Recognition
l.
Seneca Valley Raiders Ice Hockey Team — Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey
League (PIHL) 2025 Class 3A Champions.
Ms. Heather Lewis recognized and congratulated the Ice Hockey team. Ms.
Lewi…
3. Three Seneca Valley students are among just 579 students nationwide to be
named a 2025 Carson Scholar. Haine Middle School sixth graders Yasmeen
Fahs and Ashlynn Kazmarek, along with Ryan Gloyer Middle School (RGMS})
seventh grader Cameron Swope, …
4. Congratulations to Rowan Elementary second graders Lili Dessler and Maddie
Griffin on being named 2025 Litter Hawk Youth Award winners. The Litter
Hawk Youth Award Program, funded by PA Department of Environmental
Protection, provides a way for st…
All-Star Award, Winner, April 2025 — Margaret (Peggy) Fennell, Senior High
School Cafeteria Manager, was recognized and presented the All-Star Award by
Mr. Bob Ceh, Senior High School Principal. Mr. Ceh shared that Ms. Fennell has
worked in the Dist…
Student Presentation - Seneca Valley students Elaina Donahue, Adelyn Paul,
Alaina Hahn, Corey Wolfe and Nathan Taylor to present a school project proposal
on creating and installing SV community signs across the nine municipalities that
make up the D…
1. Improve student well-being, attendance, mental health and academic outcomes
2. Enhanced community and student engagement in school activities and initiatives
3. Stronger school-community partnerships
Mr. Wolfe talked about the many districts ar…
3. Order and distribute signs to be installed by the municipalities
Mr. Jacobs thanked the students and shared that he thinks that this is a great idea.
He shared his support with fundraising and offered help in this area.
Mr. Hester agreed with Mr…
1. Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester shared that Iron Workers Local Union 3 recently
contacted the Vo-Tech due to the quality of students after graduation and
asked for approval to go to the school and administer the qualifying test they
needed to join the union.…
PUBLIC COMMENT - Public comment was heard from Ms. Diane Rafferty regarding
adding America Sign Language to the curriculum, and Mr. Omar Ross regarding general
encouragement,
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Work Session — March 3, 2025
B. Action Meeting — …
9.
INSTRUCTION
A. Grant Disbursement — Granted permission for and to disburse, the DNA
Sequencing Local Waterways Grant in the amount of $2,000 requested by Mr. Tom
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Lavelle. Funds will be used to cover the costs associated with stude…
Leaves — Administration — Erin Wilcher, Professionals - Julie Kaufman, Jenny Caputo,
John Schmidt, Chelsea Risch, Chelsea Bennardo, Rachael Gales, Desirae Foster, Lisa
McCombs, Stephanie Mattarock, Kristin Schlemmer, Dana Fisher, Brenna Miller, Kate
…
12.
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the March 10,
2025, public agenda:
oo ow
Paula Strong
Sydney Brower
Brianna Phillips
Jillian Stephenson, CP…
2. Administrators and teachers from Ryan Gloyer Middle School (RGMS) recently
attended the Pennsylvania Association for Middle Level Education (PAMLE)
State Conference, where they received several awards recognizing their
commitment to education and …
4. Congratulations to Rowan Elementary second graders Lili Dessler and Maddie
Griffin on being named 2025 Litter Hawk Youth Award winners. The Litter
Hawk Youth Award Program, funded by PA Department of Environmental
Protection, provides a way for s…
All-Star Award, Winner, April 2025 – Margaret (Peggy) Fennell, Senior High
School Cafeteria Manager.
D.
Student Presentation - Seneca Valley students Elaina Donahue, Kaia Satory,
Adelyn Paul, Alaina Hahn, Corey Wolfe and Nathan Taylor to present a …
9.
A.
Kennywood Picnic – Approve Friday, June 20, 2025, as the Kennywood picnic
date for 2025.
B.
School Bus Drivers – Approve the list of new bus drivers for ABC Transit, Valley
Lines and Seneca Valley School District.
INSTRUCTION
A.
Grant Dis…
2025-05-05
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
5756
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
May 5, 2025
I. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:28
p.m.
A. Moment of…
1. Dr. Marie Palano, Seneca Valley Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and
Assessment, was recently named the recipient of the 2025 Emerging Woman in
Education Award, presented in memory of University of Pittsburgh Professor
Emeritus Dr. Jean Wins…
marching band also earned the best percussion award, best auxiliaries award,
and a gold rating. This marks Seneca Valley Marching Band’s fifth
appearance in the parade, and they proudly earned the title of Grand
Champions every time. There were over …
g. Music Performance Assessment (MPA) — Choral Department
Approximately 800 chorus students in grades 6-12 participated in an MPA
event on March 13. All choirs received "Superior” ratings.
h. PMEA All-State Festival Participants
Thirteen SV students…
3. Media & Technology Distinction
a. Digital Media Arts Consortium (DMAC) Festival
SV Video Production and SVTV students eamed seven awards at the April 9
DMAC Festival.
b. SVTV Award-Winning Program
On March 9, SVTV earned second place in the High…
Seneca Valley is proud to announce that two student teams from Haine
Elementary School have earned invitations to the KidWind World
Championship, taking place May 18-21 in Phoenix. The competition is the
culminating event of the KidWind Challenge, a …
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May 17 Armed Forces Day ‘
May 22 Center for Biotechnology Open House, 6-7:30 p.m., SVIHS Library and ‘
Labs; RSVP by May 16 to svfoundation@svsd.net |
May 26 Memorial Day Holiday — No School for students and staff |
May 29 Graduation D…
5. Additionally, he shared that there was a bill passed by the House that would
provide cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for a small group of retired public-
school teachers and state employees.
Financial Reports
e I Y T
Operations
Senior High …
Mr. DiTullio motioned, seconded by Ms. Harrison, to approve student adjudications, the
SV Community Sign Project, student trip and personnel. The motion carried on a voice
vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
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F. Proposed Fina…
1. Doctoral Candidate, Hannah Hamilton to conduct a case study at Seneca Valley
entitled “Sustaining Change: Teacher Perspectives on PBIS Implementation in
Year Two.” This qualitative case study aims to explore the perspectives and
experiences of ele…
3. The Healthy Start Smoothie Cart Grant in the amount of $2,000 funded by the
National Dairy Council and requested by Dr. Erin Wilcher and Ms. Mersing.
Funds will be used to purchase a Healthy Start Smoothie Cart.
4. The Ehrman Crest Middle School …
1. Mr. Jeremiah Friday and Ms. Linda Weismann to take six students to Phoenix,
Arizona, for the KidWind World Challenge, May 18-21, 2025. Students will
miss three days of instruction.
2. The secondary chorus trip to Universal Studios in Orlando, Flo…
11.
12.
PERSONNEL
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the April 7,
2025, public agenda:
a. Sandy Ferrainola
b. Zach Zimmerman
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Mr. Peterson want…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - “I Led the Pledge” – Amorabella (kindergarten) and Calvin
Jason (second grade), Ehrman Crest Elementary School.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.…
PMEA & Music Excellence
a. Grand Champions
The Seneca Valley Marching Band was named the Grand Champions in the
Norfolk North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Festival’s “Parade of
Nations” in Norfolk, VA, on April 26. In addition to the Grand Cha…
c. Region 1 Band Festival
Nine SV Band students participated in the March 6 - 8 PMEA Region 1
Band Festival with two students advancing to the All-State Festival.
d. MPA Adjudication – RGMS and Elementary Bands/Orchestras
On March 18, sixth and seve…
3.
Media & Technology Distinction
a. Digital Media Arts Consortium (DMAC) Festival
SV Video Production and SVTV students earned seven awards at the April 9
DMAC Festival.
b. SVTV Award-Winning Program
On March 9, SVTV earned second place in the High…
Seneca Valley is proud to announce that two student teams from Haine
Elementary School have earned invitations to the KidWind World
Championship, taking place May 18–21 in Phoenix. The competition is the
culminating event of the KidWind Challenge, a …
Mental Health Awareness Month
National Teacher Appreciation Day
Advanced Placement Testing
Remake Learning Days
RGMS to host Stream Guardians Professional Development, 8 a.m. – 3.
p.m., Secondary Campus
SVAOC to host Scan & Play: Step into VR, open t…
1.
2.
E.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
F.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
3.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle Sch…
7.
CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $426,314.60
8.
ADMINISTRATION
A.
Board Policy – Approve board policy 626.2 – Conflict of Interest – revised, first
reading.
B.
Research Studies - Approve the following research studies:
1. Doctoral Candi…
2. The Robotics Before and After School Programs Grant in the amount of
$30,000 funded by Arconic and requested by Ms. Annie Mersing. Funds will be
used for continuing the opportunity of having Robotics Clubs for middle and
elementary school students…
10.
D.
Conferences – Approve conference requests.
E.
Bradley Center - Approve the agreement with The Bradley Center to provide
special education programming for enrolled students during the 2025-2026 school
year. Pending solicitor review.
F.
Re…
2025-05-12
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
May 12, 2025
I CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Enic DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:05
p.m.
A. Moment of Sile…
32. Susan White — RGMS Cafeteria Manager - 27 years 9 months
Dr. Vitale recognized that, together, the 32 retirees worked for SV for 841
years. She shared her gratitude for all that they have done and congratulated
them on their retirement.
Mr. Pet…
3. PUBLIC COMMENT - There was no public comment.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Action Meeting - April 7, 2025
5. TREASURER’S REPORT
6. GENERAL FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $2,384,706.29
7. CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $434,264.60
Mr. Brower moti…
9. INSTRUCTION 5768
A. Grant Disbursements - Granted permission for and to disburse, the following
grants:
1. The SVAOC Functional Fitness Lab Grant in the amount of $7,500 funded by
Highmark Foundation and requested by SVAOC Physical Education Tea…
2. The secondary chorus trip to Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, February
25-March 1, 2026, under the supervision of Ms. Bobi-Jean Alexander, Ms.
Claire Barker, and Ms. Chessa Crum. Students will miss three days of
instruction. This trip is at …
Ms. Zimmer motioned, seconded by Ms. Bredl, to approve resignation, appointments, contract
renewal, position changes effective July 1, 2025, non-renewal, leaves, sabbatical and retirements.
The motion carried on a voice vote with those present voting…
13. ADJOURNMENT - With nothing further to come before the board, Mr. Brower motioned,
seconded by Ms. Zimmer, to adjourn the meeting at 7:53 p.m. The motion carried on a
voice vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
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14. EXE…
32. Susan White – RGMS Cafeteria Manager - 27 years 9 months
B.
Dates to Remember
May
May 5-16
May 12-15
May 15
May 17
May 22
Advanced Placement Testing
Keystone Exams
SV Job & Opportunities Fair, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – SHS
Armed Forces Day
Cen…
1. Doctoral Candidate Hannah Hamilton to conduct a case study at Seneca Valley
entitled “Sustaining Change: Teacher Perspectives on PBIS Implementation in
Year Two.” This qualitative case study aims to explore the perspectives and
experiences of elem…
4. The Ehrman Crest Middle School Movement Studio Grant in the amount of
$6,854 funded by Highmark School Grants and requested by Ms. Annie
Mersing and Mr. Tim Eiler. Funds will be used to enhance Ehrman Crest
Middle School’s existing Movement Studio…
10.
D.
Conferences – Approve conference requests.
E.
Bradley Center - Approve the agreement with The Bradley Center to provide
special education programming for enrolled students during the 2025-2026 school
year. Pending solicitor review.
F.
Re…
2025-06-02
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
BT 72 B
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
June 2, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:04
p.m.
A. Momen…
1.
Seneca Valley had 15 students from various grade levels compete against
hundreds of other students from across the country in the Academic Games
League of America (AGLOA) National Tournament, which took place in
Washington, D.C., April 25-29. Our…
3. Dr. Kathleen Mahon, School Psychologist at Haine Elementary School, was
recently named Best Buddies Advisor of the Year for the Pittsburgh region
by Best Buddies International. The award honors her leadership and
dedication to promoting inclusion …
Mr. Reichard recognized and shared that Academic Decathlon is not just an academic
competition, it is an academic marathon. He shared that students compete in ten disciplines;
literature, art, music, science, social science, economics, math, essay, s…
remember: 57T 74
June
June 6 Last Day of School for K-11
June 9 Professional Development (Act 80} Day
June 9 School Board Regular Meeting
June 13 Release of K-6 Student Reports of Progress and 7-12 Report Cards
June 14 Flag Day
June 15 Father’s Day
…
Legislative — Ms. Zimmer shared information regarding House Bill 1500, a bill
focused on reforming cyber charter schools. This bill has gone to the committee and
it has been passed out of committee. She shared the audit that was conducted from
2021-…
Drug Testing Results - Dr. McKinley provided a report with results collected from
July 1, 2024 -May 14, 2025, noting that there were 4,310 tests given, and that the
District’s positive rate was 0.9% with the national average being 3.4%. Last year, th…
Public Comment - There was no public comment.
Student Trip — Approved the Science Honor Society to have gone to the PJAS
State Competition at Penn State University May 18-20, 2025, under the supervision
of Ms. Kelly Weston and Ms. Rebecca Finch. Stu…
Research Study — Approve Doctoral Candidate, Heather Morningstar, to conduct
dissertation study on gender and educational leadership. This study aims to
investigate the extent to which perceptions of gendered leadership contribute to the
underreprese…
Student Assistance Program (SAP) Agreement - Approve the agreement with
Butler County Human Services Center for Community Resources to provide
consultative, pre-assessments, and referrals through SAP Liaison services for the
2025-2026 school year. Pe…
10.
K. MHY Family Services Agreement — Approve the agreement with MH\5 FZmi-ly8
Services to provide educational programming at Longmore Academy for students
during the 2025-26 school year. Pending solicitor review.
L. Cray Youth and Family Services…
3. Real Estate Transfer Tax - 1% 57709
Exterior Painting of Haine Elementary School, Haine Middle School and
Rowan Elementary School - Award the General Construction Contract to E&G
Development, New Castle PA, in the amount of $234,700. Pending soli…
1. Approve the athletic ticket prices for the 2025-26 school year with
no changes as follows: football reserved seating $8.00/entry;
football pre-sale adult general admission $6.00/entry; football pre-
sale student general admission $4.00/entry; all …
0. Milk RFP Approval - Approve the contract proposal from Marburger Farm Dairy,
Inc. for the purchase and delivery of milk products for the 2025-26 school year.
P. Final 2025-2026 General Fund Budget - Approve the final general fund budget
for 2025-…
1. Seneca Valley had 15 students from various grade levels compete against
hundreds of other students from across the country in the Academic Games
League of America (AGLOA) National Tournament, which took place in
Washington, D.C., April 25-29. Our …
3.
Dr. Kathleen Mahon, School Psychologist at Haine Elementary School, was
recently named Best Buddies Advisor of the Year for the Pittsburgh region
by Best Buddies International. The award honors her leadership and
dedication to promoting inclusi…
Last Day of School for K-11
Professional Development (Act 80) Day
School Board Regular Meeting
Release of K-6 Student Reports of Progress and 7-12 Report Cards
Flag Day
Father’s Day
SVAOC Cyber Sessions and Summer Camps
Juneteenth
Summer Begins
Senec…
1.
2.
D.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Drug Testing Results
F.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
3.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Fred Peterson, Jr./Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate …
7.
CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $637,279.94
8.
ADMINISTRATION
9.
A.
Board Policy – Approve board policy 626.2 – Conflict of Interest – revised, second
and final reading.
B.
Food Service Department Incentive - Approve the incentive pro…
Student Trip - Approve the secondary band trip to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from
March 26-29, 2026, under the supervision of Mr. Varden Armstrong, Mr. Robert
Babick and Ms. Sara Snyder. Students will miss two days of instruction. This will
be at no cos…
MHY Family Services Agreement – Approve the agreement with MHY Family
Services to provide educational programming at Longmore Academy for students
during the 2025-26 school year. Pending solicitor review.
L.
Cray Youth and Family Services Agreement…
3. Real Estate Transfer Tax - 1%
F.
Exterior Painting of Haine Elementary School, Haine Middle School and
Rowan Elementary School - Award the General Construction Contract to E&G
Development, New Castle PA, in the amount of $234,700. Pending solici…
2. Approve a student or adult annual athletic pass for the 2025-26
school year at a cost of $50.00 for the year. The pass will allow
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entry into all Seneca Valley sponsored home athletic events. Pass
does not allow for entry to any away or any WPI…
2025-06-09
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
June 9, 2025
I CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:02
p.m.
A. Moment of Sil…
Seneca Valley School District has once again been honored by the National
Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation with the prestigious Best
Communities for Music Education designation, recognizing the district’s
outstanding commitment to mus…
June 16-August 7 SVAOC Cyber Sessions and Summer Camps |
June 19 Juneteenth {
June 20 Summer Begins |
June 20 Seneca Valley’s Kennywood Day ]
July 4 Independence Day
July 8 Summer Drug Testing, Concussion Testing and Athletic Physicals
July 9 Summer …
2. Board policy 705.1 - Control of Hazardous Materials - new, first and final
reading.
3. Board policy 237 — Responsible Use of Technology Resources — revised, first
and final reading.
4. Board policy 342 - Jury Duty - Employees — revised, first re…
2. Doctoral Candidate, Jeremiah Friday, to conduct a case study at Seneca Valley
focusing on teacher understanding and implementation of Problem-Based
Learning (PBL). This study aims to learn more about elementary teacher
understanding of PBL and to …
2025 Graduates - Approved the list of Seneca Valley graduates for 2025.
Pittsburgh Ballet House — Approved the SV Academy of Choice
Instructional Services Agreement with Pittsburgh Ballet House for the
2025-26 school year.
Student Assistance Progra…
Cray Youth and Family Services Agreement - Approved the agreement with
Cray Youth and Family Services to provide educational programming at Cray
Education Center Private Academic School for students during the 2025-26 school
year. Pending solicitor r…
3. Real Estate Transfer Tax - 1%
.
Exterior Painting of Haine Elementary School, Haine Middle School and
Rowan Elementary School - Awarded the General Construction Contract to E&G
Development, New Castle PA, in the amount of $234,700.
Districtwide…
1. Approved the athletic ticket prices for the 2025-26 school year
with no changes as follows: football reserved seating $8.00/entry;
football pre-sale adult general admission $6.00/entry; football pre-
sale student general admission $4.00/entry; all…
Mr. Jacobs motioned, seconded by Ms. Bredl, to approve budget transfers, consultant agreement —
jmA, homestead and farmstead resolution, summer actions, Act 511 taxes, exterior painting of
Haine Elementary School, Haine Middle School and Rowan Elemen…
12. LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the June 2,
2025, public agenda:
a. Nancy Cable
13. ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the board, Mr. Wi…
2. Seneca Valley School District has once again been honored by the National
Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation with the prestigious Best
Communities for Music Education designation, recognizing the district’s
outstanding commitment to …
Independence Day
Summer Drug Testing, Concussion Testing and Athletic Physicals
Summer Drug Testing, Concussion Testing and Athletic Physicals
Summer Drug Testing, Concussion Testing and Athletic Physicals
Summer Drug Testing, Concussion Testing and …
1. Approve Doctoral Candidate, Heather Morningstar to conduct dissertation study
on gender and educational leadership. This study aims to investigate the extent
to which perceptions of gendered leadership contribute to the
underrepresentation of wome…
Student Trip - Approve the secondary band trip to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from
March 26-29, 2026, under the supervision of Mr. Varden Armstrong, Mr. Robert
Babick and Ms. Sara Snyder. Students will miss two days of instruction. This will
be at no cos…
MHY Family Services Agreement – Approve the agreement with MHY Family
Services to provide educational programming at Longmore Academy for students
during the 2025-26 school year. Pending solicitor review.
L.
Cray Youth and Family Services Agreement…
1. Year-end budget transfers
2. Outreach Partnership of Technology (OPT) agreements
3. June and July bills
E.
Act 511 Taxes - Approve re-enactment of the following Act 511 Taxes:
1. Flat Rate Occupation Tax - $10
2. Earned Income Tax - 1%
3. R…
2. Approve a student or adult annual athletic pass for the 2025-26
school year at a cost of $50.00 for the year. The pass will allow
entry into all Seneca Valley sponsored home athletic events. Pass
does not allow for entry to any away or any WPIAL a…
2025-08-04
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
57809
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
August 4, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:07
p.m.
A
B.
C…
August 7 Seneca Valley Foundation Gift of Hope Golf Outing, presented by
Xerox — Cranberry Highlands Golf Course
August 8 Summer Academy for SV Professional Staff — SHS Library
August 11 First Day of remaining PIAA Fall Sports
August 11 Summer Ac…
1. Maximum Building Construction Cost - $114,651,741
(Structure Costs, Fees, Movable Fixtures/Equipment)
2. Maximum Project Cost - $165,896,311
Mr. DiTullio motioned, seconded by Ms. Harrison, to approve the Maximum Project Cost and
Maximum Buildin…
D. Book Disposal - Approve the sale, donation, or recycling of obsolete books from
Haine Elementary School.
E. Consultant Agreement - Approve the consultant agreement with Latitia Lattanzio-
Paros to provide psychological evaluation services for spe…
1. University School, Enrollment Contract - Approve the agreement with The
University School to provide special education programming for students during the
2025-2026 school year. Pending solicitor review.
J. Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit, Cont…
10. BUSINESS/FINANCE
A. First Student Agreement Addendum - Approve the First Student Agreement
Addendum.
B. Budget Transfers - Approve budget transfers.
C. Delinguent Real Estate Taxes - Approve the resolution regarding the sale of
delinquent real…
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition –Shortly before her retirement from the District,
Connoquenessing Valley Elementary (CVE) Principal DeeAnn Graham was
honored by the Zelieno…
First Day of PIAA Fall Sports for Golf & Football
Seneca Valley Foundation Gift of Hope Golf Outing, presented by
Xerox – Cranberry Highlands Golf Course
Summer Academy for SV Professional Staff – SHS Library
First Day of remaining PIAA Fall Sports
S…
1.
2.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
D.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
3.
First Day of School for the 2025-26 School Year
SAT Testing – SHS – 7:30 a.m.
Labor Day – No Sch…
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.
Work Session – June 2, 2025
Action Meeting – June 9, 2025
2
5.
TREASURER’S REPORT
6.
GENERAL FUND BILLS
2024 - 2025 Grand Total: $5,531,288.45
2025 - 2026 Grand Total: $7,346,292.28
7.
CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
20…
Consultant Agreement - Approve the consultant agreement with Latitia LattanzioParos to provide psychological evaluation services for special education evaluations,
gifted evaluations, and requested consultation as needed for the 2025-2026 school
year…
Sign Language Interpreting Professionals, Client Agreement - Approve the
agreement with Sign Language Interpreting Professionals to provide interpreting
services for students during the 2025-2026 school year. Pending solicitor review.
L.
Hope Learn…
2025-08-11
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
August 11, 2025
** Subject to Change**
L CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:…
2 INFORMATION REPORTS
A. Dates to Remember - Ms. Tiffany Hernandez announced the following dates to
remember:
August 13 New Teacher Induction — Connoquenessing Valley Elementary School
August 14 New Teacher Induction for Technology — SHS Library
Aug…
3. Board policy 442 - Jury Duty - Professional Employees - retire, second, final
reading.
B. Act26 MOU — Approved the Act 26 Memorandum of Understanding between Seneca
Valley School District and local law enforcement agencies.
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Student Agreem…
Conferences - Approved conference requests.
Peer Empowerment Club - Approved the establishment of the Peer Empowerment
Club at no cost to the District, and under the supervision of volunteer sponsor Ms.
Jennifer Exler, effective for 2025-26 school y…
University School, Enrollment Contract - Approved the agreement with The
University School to provide special education programming for students during the
2025-2026 school year. Pending solicitor review.
Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit, Contract - …
Schoolwide Plans — Approved the 2025-2026 Schoolwide Plans for Haine
Elementary School (Title I School Plan}), Haine Middle School (Title I School Plan),
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Ryan Gloyer Middle School (Title I School Plan) and the High School (Non-Title I
Scho…
5
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5800
Cene, Kara Andres, Amber Hugus, Bobi-Jean Alexander, Seth Verba, Renae Brown,
Lisa Ridenour, Megan Anderson, Chelsea Bernardo, Tim Cammisa, Alyssa Ceraulo,
Eric Cupp, Joe Ehmann, Nicole Ehmann, Jen Exler, Karen Fornadel, Hannah Gonzales,…
12.
13.
14.
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the August 4,
2025, public agenda:
a. Jeff Yukevich
ADJOURNMENT - With nothing to come before the bo…
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED
Intermediate High School
Performing Arts Center
Addition
5:30 PM | September 8, 2025
Held at:
Seneca Valley Intermediate High
School Auditorium
126 Seneca School Rd Harmony,
PA 16037
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12
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14
Agenda…
public of its consideration to
remove a portion of the
Intermediate High School in
order to construct a new
classroom addition for the
Intermediate High School and a
new Performing Arts Center for
the entire district, located on the
secondary campus …
4. Present the estimated construction cost, the
total project cost, indirect costs and the
financial needs and estimate of the local tax
impact of the project.
5. Provide citizens and residents with an
opportunity to offer comments and written
testi…
The proposed project offers
a long term solution to
support future student
growth, evolving academic
programs, and a better-
connected secondary
campus. The new layout
would also allow for
improved integration with
the adjacent Senior High
School and…
As Seneca Valley continues
to implement enhanced
safety and security
measures across all district
buildings, the Intermediate
High School stands out as a
facility with several
outdated compeonents in
need of replacement or
significant upgrades. Many
…
The interior finishes throughout the
Intermediate High School are
significantly outdated and have
exceeded their intended lifespan.
While the staff has done a good job
maintaining the facility, the 63 year
old building no longer supports the
needs of…
infrastructure to support current
communications and technology
needs. In addition, concerns related
to air quality and ventilation,
inconsistent heating and cooling,
aging plumbing, and inadequate
accessibility for individuals with
disabilities furt…
Option 3. Partial Building Renovation &
Additions with connection to Senior High
School (new Gym, Performing Arts,
Cafeteria, Library District Office)
Option 4. New Building on Same Location
Option 5. New 6-8 Building (offsite),
Convert RGMS to 9-1…
The project leadership team
assessment focused on key
categories aligned with the
district's educational vision,
including support for future-
ready learning
environments, community
sentiment, physical
capacity, building design
requirements, security…
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functional and well-appeinted
spaces to remain in use with
selective upgrades and
renovations. These spaces
include, but are not limited to, the
IHS ca…
Current Site Usage: Existing
Intermediate High Schootl site on SV
Secondary Campus
Topography: Moderate topography
on the site.
Wetlands: No wetlands within project
boundary,
Available Utilities: Electricity, Gas,
Water, Sewer, Telecom
Site Acces…
While the future Intermediate High
School is designed to serve students
in grades 9 and 10, the new
academic addition will provide
physical connections to the Senior
High School, allowing all students in
grades 9-12 to move between the
IHS and SHS sa…
The renovated IHS and addition will
consist of an existing two-story
structure and a three-story addition.
The combined facility will house
forty-three {43) general classrooms,
including 39 new and 4 existing.
General classrooms are designed for
flex…
Learning support spaces are
distributed on each floor and include
gifted and speech classrooms,
therapy and counseling suites and
faculty enclaves centrally located for
the convenience of teachers and
staff. Small group rooms, seminar
rooms and large…
The building is being designed with
sustainability and energy efficiency in
mind. This includes an increased
efficiency of the thermal envelope of
the new addition, reduction in energy
and water use, daylighting of
classrooms and primary educational
…
Dedicated theatrical lighting and audiovisual systems
will be provided in the performing arts center
theater.
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Egress lighting wil…
An underground conduit and manhole system will be
installed between the existing building and the
adjacent Senior High School to replace the
underground conduit system being disrupted/removed
during construction. This facilitates the routing and
exte…
ACTIONS TOBE TAKEN IN THE FUTURE IF PROJECTIONS COME TRUE
ANU EHE SLHUUL BISERILY EAPEMHIENLED EALEDY UK INSUREILIENI LAFALIY
(FTE MINUS PROJECTED EMROLLMENT (Cob 1115 - ot
300}
CHECK IF APPLICABLE:
EXPAND PHOGRAMS OK COURSE OFFERINGE
PROVICDE S…
Department Lagand
W ADMNISTRATION & STAFF
W CORE LEARNING
WS ELECTIVES
W SPECIAL ED & LEARNING SUPRORT
SHARED - LIBRARY | MEDIA
1 SHARED COLLABORATION | FORUM
W SHARED . PERFORMING ARTS
BN SHARED - DINING
W SHAAED - FITNESS
Seneca Valley] Ac…
3. TOTAL - Movable Fixtures & Equipment
6,059,423
1,122 251
7.181.674
D. STRUCTURE COSTS, ARCHITECT'S FEE,
MOVABLE FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT -
TOTAL (A-9 plus B-3 and C-3)
129,102 941
21,584,595
150,687 536
E., SITE COSTS
1. Sanitary Scwage Dispo…
1. TOTAL PROJECT COSTS (F plus G-9 plus H-10) 165,896,311
BOND ISSUL/NOTE BOND ISSUE/NOTE BOND ISSUE/NOTE
REVENUE SOURCES SERIES OF 2026 |SERIES oF SERIES OF TOTAL
J. AMOUNT FINANCED
FOR THIS PROJECT ONLY 156,010,000 156,010,000
K. ORIGINAL ISSUE DIS…
4. Roof Replacement/Repair - Total 500,000
F. ARCHITECT*'S FEE ON ROOF REPLACEMENT/REPAIR 29,500
REVISED JULY t, 2010 FORM EXPI‘PES 6-30-12
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PLANCON-D…
4. Total Excludable Costs
(B-1 plus B-2 and B-3} $ 14,451,200
C.ACT 34 MAXIMUM BUILDING CONSTRUCTION COST
(A minus B-4} S 114651741
THE BOARD MUST ADOPT THE FIGURE % / T —
LINE C BEFORE SCHEDULING THE FIRST
ACT 34 HEARING.
ON ANY PLANNED WORK.
D…
Review of the financing
projections prepared in
connection with this
Project, and discussions
with the School District's
Administration indicated
that financing the entire
project with cash is not
feasible. The School
District does not have the
unass…
bonds. This would result in
higher annual debt service
payments for the School
District. The General
Obligation alternative offers
the School District the
advantage of lower interest
rates, more favorable
refunding provisions and
keeps more control w…
1. The School District wiil not utilize bond insurance on the
2026 Bonds as the District is rated Aal and therefore
lowered their Costs of Issuance significantly.
2. The School District will utilize a "wrap around”
amortization to structure the new …
The School District does anticipate a
certain level of increased operational
costs due to the Project, including
but limited to utility and insurance
costs. School District officials have
estimated the additional annual
indirect cost associated with …
9,618,096
17,397,323
18,734,775
18,735,825
18,732,625
18,939,325
18,934,800
18,933,800
18,935,700
18,933,500
18,931,050
18,931,250
18,933,250
18,931,000
18,933,250
18,933,250
18,934,500
18,930,250
18,934,000
18,933,500
17,682,000
384,903,068
Seneca…
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The Seneca Valley School
Board, by resolution duly
adopted, has authorized a
maximum building
construction cost of
$114,651,741and a
maximum total project cost
of $165,896,3111n
connection with the
Project:
Seneca Valley| Act 34 Public Hearing — Int…
2025. Additional testimony
will be received from the
floor at the hearing. All
testimony will be limited to
four minutes per speaker.
Public comment will also be
received in written format
after the public hearing
until 12:00 noon on
Wednesday, Octo…
Dates to Remember - Ms. Linda Andreassi
August 13
August 14
August 14
August 15
August 18
August 18-20
August 21
August 23
September 1
September 12
B.
New Teacher Induction – Connoquenessing Valley Elementary School
New Teacher Induction for Techno…
1.
Operations
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.
Work Session –…
INSTRUCTION
A.
Conferences – Approve conference requests.
B.
Peer Empowerment Club - Approve the establishment of the Peer Empowerment
Club at no cost to the District, and under the supervision of volunteer sponsor Ms.
Jennifer Exler, effective fo…
University School, Enrollment Contract - Approve the agreement with The
University School to provide special education programming for students during the
2025-2026 school year. Pending solicitor review.
J.
Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit, Contract…
2025-09-08
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
1.
2
Seneca Valley School District
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A,
A,
5801
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
m.
Minutes
September 8, 2025
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at…
September 26 SV Homecoming Court Recognition, 6:30 p.m., NexTier Stadium
September 27 SV Homecoming Dances, 7-10 p.m., IHS & SHS
October 1 Yom Kippur Begins
October 2 National Custodial Workers Recognition Day fi
October 2 In-Service Day — No Scho…
1. Vo-Tech - Mr. Brower shared that Mr. Peterson was recognized and thanked
for his years of service at the last meeting. Additionally, Mr. Hester was
elected as Vice President of the Vo-Tech. Mr. Hester shared that SV has
approximately 200 students …
9. INSTRUCTION
A C
onferences — Approve conference requests.
B. Student Trips — Approve the following student trips:
1.
The Orchestra trip to Washington, D.C., March 19-21, 2026, under the
supervision of Ms. Sarah Miller. Students will miss two …
2. Seneca Valley Raider Baseball program {Varsity & JV) to Jackie Robinson
Complex in Vero Beach, FL. from March 13-March 16, 2026, under the
supervision of coaches Mr. Eric Semega, Mr. Tom Magill and Mr. Greg
Hayward. Students will miss up to two d…
13.
students and address employment and independent living skills for the 2%2?—2%205
school year. Pending solicitor review.
H. Allegheny Intermediate Unit (A[U) Title I Services Agreement - Approve the
AIU services agreement for Title I Non-Public …
ADJOURNMENT - With nothing further to come before the board, the meeting adjourned
at 7:47 p.m. with a voice vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - An executive session was held prior to this meeting to discuss
perso…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance - Madison Carangio – Seneca Valley Academy of Choice
(SVAOC), Grade 2.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Dates to Remember
September
September 11…
4.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
ACTION AGENDA
A.
Public Comment
B.
Personn…
2. Seneca Valley Raider Baseball program (Varsity & JV) to Jackie Robinson
Complex in Vero Beach, FL. from March 13-March 16, 2026, under the
supervision of coaches Mr. Eric Semega, Mr. Tom Magill and Mr. Greg
Hayward. Students will miss up to two da…
1.
Doctoral Candidate, Daniel Guerra, Intermediate High School Assistant
Principal, to conduct research enhancing classroom practices to address school
connectedness. This is an Iterative Design Study that investigates how
participating teachers exp…
2025-09-15
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
September 15, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:11
p.m.
A, Moment o…
September 16 National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day
September 17 Intermediate High School Open House/Senior High School Open House
September 18 Ryan Gloyer Middle School Open House
September 22 Rosh Hashana Begins
September 22 Aut…
Mr. Jacobs, Ms. Zimmer and Mr. DiTullio each thanked him for all that he does to
ensure that the students feel safe, cared for and for being so attentive,
Dr. McCarty commented on how Mr. Ellsworth has grown as a leader and that he is
building leade…
8. ADMINISTRATION
A. PSBA 2026 Officer Elections Slate of Candidates - Elected the Pennsylvania School
Board Association (PSBA) officers.
Mr. Hester motioned, seconded by Mr. Brower, to approve the PSBA 2026 Officer Slate of
Candidates. The motion …
3. Acknowledged Mr. Jeremiah Friday and Mr. Kenneth Cahall to take interested
sixth grade students to Yellowstone National Park to conduct scientific research,
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February 14-19, 2026. Students will miss three days of instruction and the trip…
1. Doctoral Candidate, Daniel Guerra, Intermediate High School Assistant
Principal, to conduct research enhancing classroom practices to address school
connectedness. This is an Iterative Design Study that investigates how
participating teachers expe…
motioned, seconded by Mr. Brower, to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. The motion carried
on a voice vote with those present voting in the affirmative.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - An executive session was held prior to this meeting to discuss
personnel ite…
September 16
September 17
September 18
September 22
September 22
September 25
September 26
September 27
October 1
October 2
October 2
October 3
October 4
National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day
Intermediate High School Open House/Seni…
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT
4.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
B.
Work Session – A…
2. Approve the Seneca Valley Raider Baseball program (Varsity & JV) to Jackie
Robinson Complex in Vero Beach, FL. from March 13-March 16, 2026, under
the supervision of coaches Mr. Eric Semega, Mr. Tom Magill and Mr. Greg
Hayward. Students will miss …
PA Connecting Communities Memorandum of Understanding - Approve the
MOU with PA Connecting Communities to provide individual transition services to
students and address employment and independent living skills for the 2025-2026
school year. Pending s…
1.
Doctoral Candidate, Daniel Guerra, Intermediate High School Assistant
Principal, to conduct research enhancing classroom practices to address school
connectedness. This is an Iterative Design Study that investigates how
participating teachers exp…
2025-10-06
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
October 6, 2025
L CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:05
p.m.
A. Moment of Silence - Th…
Seneca Valley is proud to announce seniors Elizabeth Browne, Adrian Wrubel,
and Autumn Zacherl as National Merit Semifinalists, advancing in the
competition for prestigious scholarships. Additionally, seniors Giulia Pologruto,
Maddox Grupp, and Julia…
Mr. DiTullio asked Miss Heverly what it takes to be a leader and how she embraces being a
leader. Miss Heverly answered with when something happens, you take action, you help
others, and you figure out how to solve the problem the best that it can be…
1. Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester reported that the meeting started out with students of
the month as it typically does. He was reminded of how well the students are
prepared to move on and how well they have learned their traits at the Vo-
Tech. Additionally,…
2. Leaves — Professional — Daniel Dickey, Brittany lellimo, Megan Orloff, Kayla
Pittser, Katelynn Zaremski, Chrystal Zinkham, Classified — Barbara Buchanan,
Sarah Schneider
3. Sabbatical - Shelly Keffalas
4. Contracted Service — Julia Lotz
5. Reti…
13.
INSTRUCTION
A. Psychology Club - Approve the establishment of the Psychology Club at no cost to
the District and under the supervision of volunteer sponsor Ms. Erin Ceh, effective for
2025-2026 school year.
B. Watson Institute - Approve the tu…
2.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Pledge of Allegiance – “I Led the Pledge” - Raegan Kertz, grade 1, Ehrman Crest
Elementary.
C.
Roll Call
INFORMATION REPORTS
A.
Student/Staff Recognition
1. Seneca Vall…
3. Seventh grader Vivian Heverly represented Seneca Valley at the Junior National
Young Leaders Conference in Washington, D.C. Nominated for her academic
achievements and leadership potential, Vivian engaged in hands-on learning
about American leader…
3.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
ACTION AGENDA
A.
Public Comment
B.
Personn…
2025-11-10
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
November 10, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:01
p.m.
A.
B.
Moment of…
2. ACTING SCHOOL BOARD SECRETARY - Approved Dr. Marie Palano as Acting
School Board Secretary for purpose of this November 10, 2025 meeting of the Board of
School Directors.
Mr. DiTullio motioned, seconded by Mr. Widdowson, to approve the Acting Sch…
3. Last week, five biotechnology students — Teagan Hmel, Roshini Umesh, Addie
Baker, Chase Lapaglia, and Autumn Zacherl — along with their advisor, Mr.
Tom Lavelle, presented at the Global Impact Forum, hosted by Penn State at the
David L. Lawrence C…
C. All-Star Award, Winner, November 2025 — Mr. Bob Buchanan, Intermediate
High School (IHS) Custodian, was recognized and presented the All-Star Award by
Mr. Dan Guerra, IHS Assistant Principal. Mr. Guerra shared that Mr. Buchanan is
respected by bot…
Ms. Zimmer thanked Mr. Buchanan for sharing his story and for sharing that you
don’t have to be perfect, but to own your mistakes and learn from them. She
recognized that there is value in all work and thanked him.
Dr. Vitale echoed the comments tha…
Capital Projects Funds
XA W=
4, PUBLIC COMMENT - Public comments were heard from:
SEmOmmUO®R
Dennis Malley on the topic of school renovation project.
Geoff Zimmerman on the topic of secondary campus addition.
Brandon Tambellini on the topic of …
Master’s Level Speech Language Pathologist Stipend - Approved the master’s
level Speech Language Pathologist stipend for school-based extern placements grant,
funded by Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) in the
amount of …
Option #5 will include the base bid, the interior construction of the PAC and the Fit out, the
renovations of the existing portions of the bar building, which is where the existing auditorium,
cafeteria, gymnasium and old locker room are, the window …
Ms. Harrison shared that she is a number cruncher and that she and Mr. Miller had been in
communication. She stated that the current IHS has 35 classrooms, each averaging 760 sq. ft., for a
total of 26,600 sq. ft. The proposed IHS project includes 44…
Mr. Jacobs noted that one area where the Board fell short was in communicating that this project
was never solely about growth. The primary goal has always been to create spaces that better
educate and prepare students for the world they are entering…
He continued by sharing that in 2021 another feasibility study was conducted, confirming that the
IHS was the building that was going to need to be addressed. In 2022, the Board started to involve
architect and engineering firms to make recommendatio…
13. LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the November
3, 2025, public agenda:
Matt North
Gabe Miller
David Bupp
Lou Ann Soltesz
Julie Jones
Vic Conrad
…
1.
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President
A.
Moment of Silence
B.
Presentation of Colors - Seneca Valley JROTC, in honor of Veterans Day, will
present the Colors.
C.
Pledge of Allegiance – “I Led the Pledge” – Sylvia Gaston, grade 6, Ehr…
2. We are proud to announce that a total of 26 Seneca Valley Choir students were
selected through audition to participate in the PMEA District 5 Honors Chorus.
The Honors Chorus Festival was held last week. Additionally, 32 Seneca Valley
Band student…
Club 119:10 - Approve the establishment of the Ryan Gloyer Middle School student
religious club, called 119:10 at no cost to the District and under the supervision of
volunteer sponsor, Mr. Blake Walter, effective for 2025-26 school year.
C.
Confer…
2026-01-12
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
January 12. 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:21
p.m.
A. Moment of Silen…
1.
Ryan Gloyer Middle School (RGMS) has earned its fifth re-designation as a
Pennsylvania Don Eichhorn School to Watch, placing it among only one of 12
middle schools in Pennsylvania recognized by the Pennsylvania Association for
Middle Level Educat…
4. Also in November, 26 Seneca Valley students were selected for the 2025
Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 5 Honor Choir,
representing more than a quarter of the ensemble. Auditions evaluated students
on pitch, intonation, rhy…
7. Two Seneca Valley students - Kelsey Schmitz (10th grade, Intermediate High
School) and Leah Schmitz (8th grade, Ryan Gloyer Middle School) - were
recognized by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro
for outstanding communit…
recognized and presented the All-Star Award by Dr. Tony Babusci, Director of
Transportation. Dr. Babusci shared that Ms. Moore has been a Seneca Valley Bus
Driver for four years. He shared that during a recent afternoon run, an unexpected
change in t…
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Work Session - November 3, 2025
B. Action Meeting - November 10, 2025
C. Reorganization Meeting — December 4, 2025
5. TREASURER’S REPORT
6. GENERAL FUND BILLS
Total: $12,031,817.40
7. CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Total: $4,47…
D. Club Sport Status — Approved the club sport status for Middle School Baseball at no
cost to the District effective for the 2026 season.
E. Partnership Engagement Agreement - Approved the contract for Structured
Literacy professional development f…
F. Master Information Technology Services Agreement - Approved agreement with
Clean Plate Solutions LLC (CPS) at no cost to the district. During the initial 90-day
pilot period following the first day of implementation at the Intermediate High
School…
J. Grant Disbursement - Granted permission for and to disburse if awarded, the
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant in the amount of $23,000 requested by
the Seneca Valley School District Police Department. Funds will be used to purchase
an…
10.
BUSINESS/FINANCE
A. Naming Rights Agreement - Approved the addendum to Myers
Naming Rights agreement for Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000), payable
in ten annual installments of Five Thousand Dollars (85,000} each year,
effective November 1, 202…
12.
13.
14.
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the November
10, 2025, public agenda:
LT OoOPBYRETFR SO AD TR
Nancy Duerring
Tom Stump
Julie Jones
…
1. Ryan Gloyer Middle School (RGMS) has earned its fifth re-designation as a
Pennsylvania Don Eichhorn School to Watch, placing it among only one of 12
middle schools in Pennsylvania recognized by the Pennsylvania Association for
Middle Level Educati…
3. In November, 23 Seneca Valley orchestra students in grades 7–9 participated in
the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 5 String Fest at
Sharon City High School. Students collaborated with peers from Beaver, Butler,
Lawrence, a…
6. Junior and senior students in CHS Introduction to Special Education and Child
Development 2 participated in a two-day experiential learning event, Special
Education Destination: Mapping the Journey to Your Career, held at MIU4 on
October 21 and De…
7. Two Seneca Valley students - Kelsey Schmitz (10th grade, Intermediate High
School) and Leah Schmitz (8th grade, Ryan Gloyer Middle School) - were
recognized by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro
for outstanding communit…
2.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester/Mr. Brower
I.U. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio
E.
Legislative - Mr. Eric DiTullio
F.
Financial Reports
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athle…
E.
Partnership Engagement Agreement - Approve the contract for Structured Literacy
professional development for K–8 teachers and administrators, to be delivered by
Julia B. Lindsey, author and researcher in the science of reading. This professional
…
Wesley Schools - Approve the academic services agreement with Wesley Schools for
enrolled students during the 2025-26 school year. Pending solicitor review.
I.
Transition Services - Approve the transition services agreement with Cares of
Western PA…
Budget Resolution - Approve the budget resolution indicating the school district will
not raise the rate of any tax for the support of its public school for the 2026-2027
fiscal year by more than 3.5%, which is the Act 1 index for the school district…
2026-02-02
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
February 2. 2026
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:21
p.m.
A. Moment of Silence — …
Seneca Valley’s Mock Trial team earned a fifth-place finish at the University of
Pittsburgh’s Cathedral Classic Tournament, competing against 50 teams from
across Pennsylvania. Senior Calleigh Foulkrod was also recognized with a Best
Witness award fo…
community.
B. Dates to Remember — Mr. [an Hunter announced the following dates to remember:
February National Black History Month
February 2-6 National School Counseling Week
February 9 School Board Meeting, 7 p.m., SHS Auditorium
February 13 Incleme…
1.
Vo-Tech - Mr. Hester shared that the next meeting will be held later this
week and he will provide an update at the next meeting.
[LU. IV - Mr. Eric DiTullio shared that they have finalized the
secretary/paraprofessional collective bargaining ag…
3. ACTION AGENDA
A. Public Comment — There was no public comment.
B. Student Adjudication - Approved student adjudication #2025-26-09.
Mr, Hester motioned, seconded by Ms. Harrison, to approve the student adjudication. The motion
carried on a voice…
3. Approve the Academic Games League trip to Charlotte, NC, April 24-28, 2026,
under the supervision of Ms. Julie Smith, Mr. Jeremiah Friday, Mr. Mike
Stebbins and Ms. Jen Exler. Students will miss three days of instruction, and the
trip is at no cos…
12. LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the
January 12, 2026 public agenda:
o oPp
Julie Jones
Jamie McKenzie
Danielle Wike
BethAnn Scarlatelli
13. A…
1. On Jan. 19, Seneca Valley teachers and staff participated in a districtwide Day
of Service, volunteering their time with community organizations and service
projects. Activities included supporting local nonprofits, assembling care
packages and bl…
3. On Friday, Jan. 16, Ryan Gloyer Middle School Student Council hosted the
Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils (PASC) Middle Level
Conference, “Blast Off to Leadership,” welcoming student leaders from Union
School District, Haine Middle Sch…
4.
Operations
Senior High Activities
Intermediate High Activities
Middle School Activities
Athletics
Food Service
Tax Collections
Capital Projects Funds
ACTION AGENDA
A.
Public Comment
B.
Student Adjudication – Approve student adjudication #2025…
3. Approve the Academic Games League trip to Charlotte, NC, April 24-28, 2026,
under the supervision of Ms. Julie Smith, Mr. Jeremiah Friday, Mr. Mike
Stebbins and Ms. Jen Exler. Students will miss three days of instruction, and the
trip is at no cos…
2026-02-09
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Senior High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
February 9, 2026
CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:10
p.m.
A. Moment of Silence …
This recognition highlights the positive impact of collaboration and effective
Assistive Technology practices in supporting student success.
Seneca Valley High School students recently gained firsthand insight into
cancer research during a visit to …
C. All-Star Award, Winner, February 2026 - Mrs. Lisa Martin, Special Education
Paraprofessional, Rowan Elementary, was presented the All-Star Award by Dr. Tina
Wentz, Rowan Elementary Principal. Dr. Wentz shared that Mrs. Martin is the
definition of …
D. Instruction Update - Dr. McCarty, Dr. Palano and Dr. Roth provided an
instruction update. The presentation focused on K-12 initiatives and the first item
that Dr. McCarty shared was the Profile of a Learner. He reminded those in
attendance that th…
Dr. McCarty shared his enthusiasm with the work that has been done along with the
experiences inside and outside the school building that give students experiential
learning opportunities. Some examples that he provided are shadowing in the field,
wh…
Dr. Palano spoke on MTSS in K-6 and that there is a focus on some of the
foundational skills in both literacy and math, understanding how important they are
for future success. The MTSS framework was shared, highlighting that it has been
molded to ou…
Ms. Zimmer asked for clarification on how the “Profile of a Learner” is embedded
in the curriculum and how is it shared with the students. Dr. Palano shared that the
K-12 curriculum committees work with the teachers to develop the “Profile of a
Learn…
In addition, Ms. Zimmer asked in terms of 7-12t" grade curriculum, for clarification
on how administration reviews curriculum. Dr. McCarty shared that curriculum for
every subject is addressed every year. They meet with their core content (English,
S…
Additionally, Mr. Jacobs asked for clarification about the Personal Finance class
and the new state guidelines. Dr. McCarty shared that it will be a required class, but
the District has time to ensure that all students take it. Dr. McCarty shared tha…
Lastly, there is a population of students that choose to go into the military after
graduation, which is also quite noteworthy.
She shared that there is a lot to cover in these types of presentations, and that school
boards need to focus on policy a…
PUBLIC COMMENT - Public comment was heard from Mr. Jack McMillin on the topic
of bond authorization, Mr. John Czolba on the topic of bond issues/structure, and Mr. Ryan
Eggleston on the topic of middle school uniforms - basketball and administration.…
2. Approved Mr. Varden Armstrong and Mr. Robert Babick, IHS/SHS Band
Directors, to take students to Sharon High School for Pennsylvania Music
Education Association (PMEA) District Band, February 4-6, 2026. Students will
miss two days of instruction,
…
Bayada - Approved the nursing services agreement with Bayada Home Health
Care, Inc. for individualized nursing services for students during the 2025-26 school
year. Pending solicitor review.
Transition Services - Approved the transition services agr…
Insurance Broker of Record — Approved to appoint Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. as
the school district’s Broker of Record to coordinate the annual insurance renewals
to begin with the 2026-27 policy period.
Naming Rights Agreement — Approved the NexTier …
13.
14.
(@)
LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD - The following constituents
communicated through the SVSD school board email account after posting the February 2,
2026, public agenda:
a. Michael Pokrzywinski
ADJOURNMENT - With nothing further to c…
1. On January 19, Gretchen Burr of the Midwestern Intermediate Unit 4 School
District recognized Dayna Gulish of Rowan with the UP Award, which stands
for Unlocking Potential. The award honors excellence in supporting students
through Assistive Techn…
2. Seneca Valley High School students recently gained firsthand insight into
cancer research during a visit to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Forty-five
students toured the facility, explored cutting-edge research and met
professionals representing …
7.
CONSTRUCTION FUND BILLS
Grand Total: $216,359.22
8.
ADMINISTRATION
A.
2026-2027 School Calendar – Approve the 2026-27 school calendar.
B.
Local District Holidays – Approve the resolution regarding local district holidays
for the 2026-27 scho…
Public-School Facility Improvement Grant through the PA Department of
Community and Economic Development in the amount of $561,210 to fund the fire
alarm system replacement project at Haine Elementary/Haine Middle School. This
grant requires a 25% ma…
Insurance Broker of Record – Approve to appoint Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. as
the school district’s Broker of Record to coordinate the annual insurance renewals
to begin with the 2026-27 policy period.
D.
Naming Rights Agreement – Approve the NexTie…
2026-06-08
Board of Education (Seneca Valley)
Seneca Valley School District
SCHOOL BOARD ACTION SESSION
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Auditorium - 7 p.m.
Minutes
June 8, 2026
1 CALL TO ORDER by Mr. Eric DiTullio, President, called the meeting to order at 7:08
p.m.
A. Moment of Silenc…
2. Four Ryan Gloyer Middle School eighth-grade students, Kimani Whetstone,
AJ Hart, Autumn Peterson and Ashawn Peterson, along with students from
nine other districts, partnered with Wonder Media and veteran animation
executive Terry Thoren to help c…
Four Seneca Valley sophomores were recognized for their outstanding work
in the 2026 Waldman Arts & Writing Competition, which challenged
students to reflect on the importance of human connection and preserving
humanity during the Holocaust. Einin Wo…
B. Dates to Remember ~ Mr. Jan Hunter announced the following dates to remember:
June
June 12 Release of K-6 Student Reports of Progress and 7-12 Report Cards
June 14 Flag Day
June 15-August 6 SVAOC Cyber Sessions and Summer Camps
June 19 Juneteenth…
3. PUBLIC COMMENT - Public comments were heard from:
A. Jack McMillin on the topic of tax increase.
B. Julie Jones on the topic of planning.
C. Pat Stirling on behalf of Charles Scott on the topic of budget.
D. Chet Jack on the topic of millage in…
Research Study — Approved Doctoral Candidate, Ms. Priya Rupik, to conduct a
qualitative exploratory case study, conducted as part of doctoral research and
approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB), examining early childhood
educators’ perspecti…
9. INSTRUCTION
A. Clubs — Approved the establishment of the following clubs:
1. The Senior High School A.I.M. Club (Awareness, Inclusion, Mentorship) at no
cost to the District and under the supervision of volunteer sponsor Ms. Dyanna
Boosel, effect…
3. Mr. Jeremiah Friday and Mr. Kenneth Cahall to take interested sixth grade
students to Yellowstone National Park to conduct scientific research, April 10-
15, 2027. Students will miss four days of instruction and the trip is at no cost to
the Distr…
4. The secondary chorus trip to Norfolk, VA, April 22-25, 2027, under the
supervision of Mr. Kyle Masson and Ms. Chessa Crum. Students will miss two
days of instruction. This trip is at no cost to the district.
Grant Disbursements — Granted permissi…
MHY Family Services - Approved the agreement with MHY Family Services,
Longmore Academy, for enrolled students during the 2026-2027 school year.
Pending solicitor review.
9
Tuition Agreement - Approved the tuition agreement with Riverside Beaver
…
3. Real Estate Transfer Tax - 1%
20
F. Single Audit Engagement Letter - Approved the engagement letter with Turnley
Robertson & Associates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year Single Audit report &
financial statements.
G. Real Estate Tax Collector Aud…
2. Approved a student or adult annual athletic pass for the 2026-27 school year at a
cost of $50.00 for the year. The pass will allow entry into all Seneca Valley
sponsored home athletic events. Pass does not allow for entry to any away or
any WPIAL …
Mr. Jacobs shared his appreciation from the community on the feedback that has been received on
the budget. Thirty-seven million dollars in the general fund is 2 % months of our expenses — every
district in Butler County has more than two months of f…
Mr. DiTullio shared comments regarding the fund balance and the use of the fund balance. He
explained that the budget is built within the PA law and school code. Money has been put into the
building fund, there are multiple bond issuances, and it is …
C. Leaves ~ Professionals — Shauna Stupak, Zora Mosley, Amanda Kalin
D. Contracted Services — Consultant — Linda Andreassi, Consultant — Dr. Matthew
McKinley
E. Renewal ~ Dr. Tracy Vitale
F. Classified and Administrative Adjustments
G. Memorandun…