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Meeting Agenda
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1. Opening of Meeting - Call to Order
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Roll Call and Recording those Present
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4. Presentation & Comments from Residents on Agenda Items
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5. Board Member Discussion
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6. Tabled Item from Previous Meeting
6.1. Policy for 30-Day Display 6.1.1. Policy 006.1 - Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communication |
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7. Minutes from Previous Meeting
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7.1. Minutes from August 10, 2026 Study Session Meeting
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7.2. Minutes from August 17, 2026 Regular Meeting
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8. Financial Reports
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8.1. List of Bills - September 2026 #1
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9. Personnel - ACTION
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9.1. Retirement:
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9.1.1. Lynn Martin - GHS Gifted Teacher, effective September 5, 2026
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9.1.2. Kelly Sweeney - GMS Grade 5 Teacher, effective January 14, 2027
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9.1.3. Gwendolyn Williams - GHS Paraprofessional, effective January 4, 2027
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9.2. Resignation:
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9.2.1. Kayla Edwards - Food Service Substitute, effective August 20, 2026
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9.2.2. Robert D. McCarl - Substitute Custodian, effective September 11, 2026
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9.3. Employment:
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9.3.1. Jacob Valentine - GHS Special Education Teacher (1 Year)
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9.3.2. Veta Wagar - Food Service Substitute $14.75/hr.
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9.3.3. Donna Brown - Ramsey Lunch Aide, per CBA
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9.3.4. LayTonya Dunbar - Food Service Substitute (Re-Hire, formerly Food Service CSE General Worker #2) $14.75/hr
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9.4. Leaves:
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9.4.1. Employee #4942 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.2. Employee #1236 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.3. Employee #4214 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.4. Employee #2877 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.5. Employee #686 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.6. Employee #2738 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.7. Employee #5186 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.8. Employee #5186 - Unpaid Leave Teamsters 10.4 Maternity & Child Rearing Leave, not to exceed one (1) year
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9.4.9. Employee #2300 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.10. Employee #3862 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.11. Employee #1590 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.12. Employee #5133 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.13. Employee #883 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.14. Employee #5321 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.15. Employee #5102 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.16. Employee #5213 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.17. Employee #5216 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.5. Supplementals:
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9.5.1. Richard Otterman - GHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach $5,580.00
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9.5.2. Madison Nick - GMS Musical Vocal Director $1,500.00
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9.5.3. Zachary Metroskey - GHS Varsity Football Assistant Coach $3,397.00
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9.5.4. Winter Athletic Supplementals as listed
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9.6. Volunteers:
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9.6.1. Natasha Wright - University Park
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9.6.2. Jennifer Turoy - Ramsey
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9.6.3. Brendan Dorosiev - GHS Varsity Cross Country Volunteer Coach
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9.6.4. Jessica Colella - University Park
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9.6.5. Valisa Dutrieuille - Ramsey
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9.6.6. Zakiyya Gangat - Ramsey
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9.6.7. Hanna Murauyova - Ramsey
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9.6.8. Beth Kleist - GHS Marching Band Booster Volunteer
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9.6.9. Ellie Sherman - GHS Marching Band Booster Volunteer
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9.6.10. Amanda O'Leary - GHS
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9.6.11. Melissa Cushenberry - Evergreen & Gateway Middle
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9.6.12. Steven Cotter - Ramsey
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9.6.13. Kayla Perkins - Ramsey & Gateway Middle
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9.6.14. Kristie Jahromi - Gateway Middle
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9.6.15. Megan DeSensi - Ramsey
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9.6.16. Ruth Sedlock - Ramsey
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10. Administrative Resolutions: Education
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10.1. Approve the following new club/co-curricular proposal
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10.1.1. Amateur Radio Club (HAM)
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10.2. Approve the Comprehensive Planning Committee
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10.3. Approve the PAC-TE Teacher Education Academy Conference for Mr. Spinola and Mr. Stephans, Harrisburg, PA October 21 & 22, 2026 $2,010.00
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10.4. Approve the following Policies for 30 Day Public Display
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11. Administrative Resolutions - Business
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11.1. Approve the Resolution for the Public School Facility Improvement Grant, Part 2 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority for the building improvement projects
(ACTION ITEM) |
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11.2. Approve the PTO/FTO and Booster Groups for 2026/2027 school year as listed
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11.2.1. CSE PTO
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11.2.2. EV FTO
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11.2.3. RAM PTO
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11.2.4. UP PTO
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11.2.5. GMS FTO
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11.2.6. Gator Pride (GMS)
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11.2.7. Band Boosters
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11.2.8. Football Boosters
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11.2.9. Boys Soccer Boosters
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11.2.10. Gateway Theater Guild
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11.2.11. Cheerleading Boosters
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11.3. Approve the Professional Services Agreement between Gateway School District and Dr. Wayne McCullough Consulting LLC related to pupil transportation.
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11.4. Approve the Agreement between Gateway School District and HopSkipDrive, Inc. as listed
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11.5. Approve the Engagement Letter for required Arbitrage Compliance Services with Arbitrage Compliance Specialists Inc. for the series of 2021 General Obligation Bonds as listed.
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11.6. Approve the following donations
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11.6.1. $6,152.00 - Rotary Club of Monroeville for Backpack Program
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11.6.2. $2,500.00 - Forbes Family Medicine for Backpack Program
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11.6.3. Non-Perishables from Municipality of Monroeville Food Drive for Backpack Program
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11.6.4. Folders from Monroeville Police Department for Backpack Program
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11.6.5. $1,000.00 - POMA Grant through Highmark Bright Blue Futures Volunteer Recognition Program for Backpack Program
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11.6.6. Pittsburgh Steelers Organization - NFL FLAG Program District Wide
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11.7. Approve the Monroeville Lions Club for Farmers Market during 2027/2028 seasons due to the Monroeville Mall Revitalization.
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11.8. Approve the School Nutrition Program (SNP) Agreement between SNP Sponsors with Shared Students (Forbes Road CTC Students)
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12. Board Member Resolutions
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12.1. PSBA Leadership Positions for Election
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13. Reports
13.1. Administrative Report 13.2. Board Member Committee Reports |
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14. Adjournment
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Agenda Item Details
Reload Your Meeting
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| Meeting: | September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Study Session Meeting | |
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1. Opening of Meeting - Call to Order
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
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3. Roll Call and Recording those Present
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Description:
Board Members in Attendance:
Mr. Beighel Mrs. Boise Mrs. Burns Mrs. DeLaney Mrs. McBride Mr. McIntyre Mr. Mock Mr. Ritter via Zoom Mrs. Warning Others in Attendance: Dr. Rossi Dr. Chakey Mr. Drager Mr. Bringe Mr. Dice Ms. Dice Mr. Brown, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Holl all via Zoom |
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4. Presentation & Comments from Residents on Agenda Items
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5. Board Member Discussion
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Description:
Mrs. DeLaney spoke about the event for Day of Peace which took place Saturday, 9/19/2026 and said what a great job our students did that performed. She also mentioned Community Day event for Saturday, 9/26/2026 at Monroeville Community Park West.
Mrs. Warning also said what a great job our students did at the Day of Peace event. She also asked about the damage to the GMS gym floor to Mr. Walsh. Mrs. Boise thanked the music teachers at GMS for working with GHS Band and having the GMS band perform at the football game on Friday, 9/18/2026. Mrs. Beighel asked about the touch pads in the GHS pool and asked if they would be ready for the start of swim season. Mr. Mock mentioned the UP elevator being complete and that he did ride it a few times to be sure everything was good to go. Mrs. Burns asked for an update of the CSE roof project. Mr. Walsh did say we need some dry days to complete. Mr. Ritter is attending meetings in Rockville MD on AI in Schools Building & Grounds Committee Meeting will be Wednesday, 9/23/2026 at 6:00 pm Curriculum & Equity Committee Meeting will be Thursday, 10/22/2026 at 6:00 pm |
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6. Tabled Item from Previous Meeting
6.1. Policy for 30-Day Display 6.1.1. Policy 006.1 - Attendance at Meetings Via Electronic Communication |
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7. Minutes from Previous Meeting
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7.1. Minutes from August 10, 2026 Study Session Meeting
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7.2. Minutes from August 17, 2026 Regular Meeting
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8. Financial Reports
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8.1. List of Bills - September 2026 #1
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9. Personnel - ACTION
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9.1. Retirement:
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9.1.1. Lynn Martin - GHS Gifted Teacher, effective September 5, 2026
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9.1.2. Kelly Sweeney - GMS Grade 5 Teacher, effective January 14, 2027
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9.1.3. Gwendolyn Williams - GHS Paraprofessional, effective January 4, 2027
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9.2. Resignation:
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9.2.1. Kayla Edwards - Food Service Substitute, effective August 20, 2026
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9.2.2. Robert D. McCarl - Substitute Custodian, effective September 11, 2026
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9.3. Employment:
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9.3.1. Jacob Valentine - GHS Special Education Teacher (1 Year)
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9.3.2. Veta Wagar - Food Service Substitute $14.75/hr.
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9.3.3. Donna Brown - Ramsey Lunch Aide, per CBA
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9.3.4. LayTonya Dunbar - Food Service Substitute (Re-Hire, formerly Food Service CSE General Worker #2) $14.75/hr
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9.4. Leaves:
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9.4.1. Employee #4942 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.2. Employee #1236 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.3. Employee #4214 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.4. Employee #2877 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.5. Employee #686 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.6. Employee #2738 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.7. Employee #5186 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.8. Employee #5186 - Unpaid Leave Teamsters 10.4 Maternity & Child Rearing Leave, not to exceed one (1) year
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9.4.9. Employee #2300 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.10. Employee #3862 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.11. Employee #1590 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.12. Employee #5133 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.13. Employee #883 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.14. Employee #5321 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.15. Employee #5102 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.16. Employee #5213 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.4.17. Employee #5216 - FMLA not to exceed 60 days
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9.5. Supplementals:
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9.5.1. Richard Otterman - GHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach $5,580.00
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9.5.2. Madison Nick - GMS Musical Vocal Director $1,500.00
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9.5.3. Zachary Metroskey - GHS Varsity Football Assistant Coach $3,397.00
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9.5.4. Winter Athletic Supplementals as listed
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9.6. Volunteers:
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9.6.1. Natasha Wright - University Park
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9.6.2. Jennifer Turoy - Ramsey
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9.6.3. Brendan Dorosiev - GHS Varsity Cross Country Volunteer Coach
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9.6.4. Jessica Colella - University Park
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9.6.5. Valisa Dutrieuille - Ramsey
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9.6.6. Zakiyya Gangat - Ramsey
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9.6.7. Hanna Murauyova - Ramsey
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9.6.8. Beth Kleist - GHS Marching Band Booster Volunteer
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9.6.9. Ellie Sherman - GHS Marching Band Booster Volunteer
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9.6.10. Amanda O'Leary - GHS
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9.6.11. Melissa Cushenberry - Evergreen & Gateway Middle
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9.6.12. Steven Cotter - Ramsey
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9.6.13. Kayla Perkins - Ramsey & Gateway Middle
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9.6.14. Kristie Jahromi - Gateway Middle
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9.6.15. Megan DeSensi - Ramsey
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9.6.16. Ruth Sedlock - Ramsey
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10. Administrative Resolutions: Education
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10.1. Approve the following new club/co-curricular proposal
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| Subject: |
10.1.1. Amateur Radio Club (HAM)
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10.2. Approve the Comprehensive Planning Committee
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| Subject: |
10.3. Approve the PAC-TE Teacher Education Academy Conference for Mr. Spinola and Mr. Stephans, Harrisburg, PA October 21 & 22, 2026 $2,010.00
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| Subject: |
10.4. Approve the following Policies for 30 Day Public Display
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| Subject: |
11. Administrative Resolutions - Business
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| Subject: |
11.1. Approve the Resolution for the Public School Facility Improvement Grant, Part 2 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority for the building improvement projects
(ACTION ITEM) |
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11.2. Approve the PTO/FTO and Booster Groups for 2026/2027 school year as listed
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| Subject: |
11.2.1. CSE PTO
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11.2.2. EV FTO
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11.2.3. RAM PTO
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11.2.4. UP PTO
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11.2.5. GMS FTO
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11.2.6. Gator Pride (GMS)
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11.2.7. Band Boosters
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11.2.8. Football Boosters
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11.2.9. Boys Soccer Boosters
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11.2.10. Gateway Theater Guild
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11.2.11. Cheerleading Boosters
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11.3. Approve the Professional Services Agreement between Gateway School District and Dr. Wayne McCullough Consulting LLC related to pupil transportation.
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11.4. Approve the Agreement between Gateway School District and HopSkipDrive, Inc. as listed
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Description:
Hop Skip Drive is a supplemental transportation provider and will be used as a back up for STA and Estocin. These are not buses, but various types of vehicles.
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11.5. Approve the Engagement Letter for required Arbitrage Compliance Services with Arbitrage Compliance Specialists Inc. for the series of 2021 General Obligation Bonds as listed.
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11.6. Approve the following donations
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11.6.1. $6,152.00 - Rotary Club of Monroeville for Backpack Program
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11.6.2. $2,500.00 - Forbes Family Medicine for Backpack Program
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11.6.3. Non-Perishables from Municipality of Monroeville Food Drive for Backpack Program
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11.6.4. Folders from Monroeville Police Department for Backpack Program
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11.6.5. $1,000.00 - POMA Grant through Highmark Bright Blue Futures Volunteer Recognition Program for Backpack Program
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11.6.6. Pittsburgh Steelers Organization - NFL FLAG Program District Wide
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11.7. Approve the Monroeville Lions Club for Farmers Market during 2027/2028 seasons due to the Monroeville Mall Revitalization.
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11.8. Approve the School Nutrition Program (SNP) Agreement between SNP Sponsors with Shared Students (Forbes Road CTC Students)
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12. Board Member Resolutions
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12.1. PSBA Leadership Positions for Election
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13. Reports
13.1. Administrative Report 13.2. Board Member Committee Reports |
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14. Adjournment
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Description:
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm
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