WEBVTT 00:00:52.000 --> 00:00:58.000 barbecue, I'm just so sorry. 00:00:58.000 --> 00:01:03.000 May I please have a motion to approve the December 8, 2025 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda? 00:01:03.000 --> 00:01:08.000 So moved, Jeff Sizek? Second, Jennifer Renz. Is there any discussion? 00:01:08.000 --> 00:01:12.000 This is a standard voice vote. All those in favor say aye. Aye. Any opposed? No. 00:01:12.000 --> 00:01:25.000 Our agenda for this evening is approved. Moving on, I would like to announce that the board met an executive session this evening prior to this meeting to discuss matters of personnel and consultation with attorney. 00:01:25.000 --> 00:01:34.000 We will now begin our first public comment period, which is an opportunity for residents or taxpayers attending either in-person or virtually to address the board on matters related to the agenda. 00:01:34.000 --> 00:01:42.000 If you wish to speak to matters. not related to the agenda, an additional public comment period will be provided later in the meeting. 00:01:42.000 --> 00:01:49.000 Each speaker is permitted up to 5 minutes of speaking time during each one of the public comment periods, and allows Board Treasurer Dr. Mccarver to please keep time. 00:01:49.000 --> 00:01:53.000 When necessary, the board may set a maximum time for public comment. 00:01:53.000 --> 00:01:59.000 And as a reminder, all public comments are part of this evening's public record and minutes. 00:01:59.000 --> 00:02:03.000 For in-person participants, please be sure to complete a registration form. 00:02:03.000 --> 00:02:12.000 If you're participating… To speak, please raise your virtual hand. You must have registered individually with your full name and address in order to be recognized. 00:02:12.000 --> 00:02:17.000 Mrs. Eg, are there any residents or taxpayers who have registered to comment in person? 00:02:17.000 --> 00:02:27.000 There are not, uh, this time. Mr. Nicholson, is there anyone online wishing to wishing to participate in public comment? 00:02:27.000 --> 00:02:32.000 None at this time, no. Okay, we will close our first public comment period. There'll be another one at the end of the meeting. 00:02:32.000 --> 00:02:38.000 Moving on, um, to Community Correspondence Report, Ms. Harmer, do you have a report for us? 00:02:38.000 --> 00:02:45.000 I do. Um, for the month of November, the district received two community correspondence submissions. This month's community correspondents were. 00:02:45.000 --> 00:02:51.000 Um, a comment regarding the use of technology in the classroom, and a comment about local taxes on a property. 00:02:51.000 --> 00:03:06.000 Thank you. Um, the curriculum Council met today. Mrs. Roya, do you have a curriculum report, please? I do. I have a very short update, um, that today in Curriculum Council, we discussed the course name changes discussed in the last meeting. 00:03:06.000 --> 00:03:15.000 from college prep geometry to advanced geometry and geometry to college prep geometry in order to better reflect the pacing and material covered in each course. 00:03:15.000 --> 00:03:23.000 Both were approved to move to the full board in the near future for final approval, and our next meeting will be on January 12th, 2026. 00:03:23.000 --> 00:03:32.000 Thank you. For our student representatives report tonight, we have Representative Delal with us. 00:03:32.000 --> 00:03:39.000 Would you like to give your report, please? 00:03:39.000 --> 00:03:47.000 Uh, yeah, we have a small report today, so, uh, last Wednesday night, December 3rd, our lovely Hershey High School music department. 00:03:47.000 --> 00:03:51.000 perform the annual winter concert featuring the orchestra, band, and choir. 00:03:51.000 --> 00:03:59.000 Our Hershey boys basketball team has started off strong this winter. They played in the tip-off tournament championship this past weekend. 00:03:59.000 --> 00:04:05.000 We're senior Cam Sweeney broke the school record of wins in career points with over 1,000. 00:04:05.000 --> 00:04:10.000 Hershey Arts students also recently decorated windows downtown with festive themes and drawings. 00:04:10.000 --> 00:04:15.000 And this week, the Spanish National Honor Society is running a donation drive. 00:04:15.000 --> 00:04:21.000 For Hope Academy Girls School in Guatemala to support them with school supplies and essentials. 00:04:21.000 --> 00:04:28.000 And this Saturday… this Saturday morning, join a festive French toast feast with our Tri-M Music Honor Society. 00:04:28.000 --> 00:04:33.000 For some holiday music, and all-you-can-eat breakfast in the Hershey High School cafeteria. 00:04:33.000 --> 00:04:41.000 Lastly, come out and support the boys wrestling. first match in the high school gym this Thursday at 7pm. 00:04:41.000 --> 00:04:52.000 Thank you, that's all I have. Thank you. Okay, next up for unfinished business, uh, Dr. Winslow has a facilities project update. Dr. Winslow. 00:04:52.000 --> 00:04:58.000 Oh, nope, I jumped across. Um, see, Sarah, I was giving you so much time. 00:04:58.000 --> 00:05:09.000 Uh, normally I say, in just a moment on the screen, the listed items will be on the anticipated January 12th, 2027, or 2026 Board of Directors meeting agenda. 00:05:09.000 --> 00:05:17.000 They are up there now. But we're so excited for Unfinished business and the Facilities Project Update that I just couldn't. 00:05:17.000 --> 00:05:28.000 wait any longer. Thank you, Ms. Drew. As you're all aware, the stadium bid was on the last board agenda, so these last two weeks have been busy with. 00:05:28.000 --> 00:05:33.000 permit and plan filing, record and coordination between JMT and Lobar. 00:05:33.000 --> 00:05:41.000 We're hoping that we'll see some. equipment coming in soon, and groundbreaking happening within the next couple weeks. 00:05:41.000 --> 00:05:46.000 Um, last Tuesday, we attended the Planning Commission meeting at the Township for the elementary site development plan. 00:05:46.000 --> 00:05:52.000 It was unanimously approved to move forward to the Supervisors for approval. 00:05:52.000 --> 00:05:55.000 Next Monday, the 15th, we'll have a board workshop. 00:05:55.000 --> 00:05:59.000 Um, for our new board members to get up to speed. 00:05:59.000 --> 00:06:04.000 Um, on the elementary project, because it's big and it's been going on for years now. 00:06:04.000 --> 00:06:13.000 Um, but you're gonna have to be making some decisions soon and also to review the Act 34 hearing process with our full board. 00:06:13.000 --> 00:06:16.000 We also anticipate a January workshop to discuss bond issuance. 00:06:16.000 --> 00:06:20.000 And the continued planning for financing for the elementary project. 00:06:20.000 --> 00:06:29.000 Um, financing plans will obviously be continued to be shared at public meetings as we work through and develop the 2026-27 school budget and capital plan. 00:06:29.000 --> 00:06:41.000 Additionally, boring work was completed. Um, on Wednesday the 3rd, they did have to shut down on Tuesday with the snow because there was a lot of. 00:06:41.000 --> 00:06:42.000 Sensitive electronic equipment, but they came back on Wednesday and finished. 00:06:42.000 --> 00:06:50.000 Um… I was able to check in with our. 00:06:50.000 --> 00:06:52.000 Um, lead person at Richu today. And she said the team does need some time to review the data. 00:06:52.000 --> 00:06:58.000 And to make recommendations, but if. Felt and looked like it was going to be good news. 00:06:58.000 --> 00:07:05.000 So, happy to hear that, so we'll… Um, have a full update at General Services again next month. 00:07:05.000 --> 00:07:11.000 Thank you very much, that concludes my report. Thanks, Dr. Winza. 00:07:11.000 --> 00:07:25.000 All right, moving on to the consent agenda. The consent agenda contains routinely adopted items and items which normally do not require public deliberation on the… However, a board member may pull items which will then be discussed and voted on separately. 00:07:25.000 --> 00:07:30.000 May I please have a motion to approve the consent agenda items as they are listed? 00:07:30.000 --> 00:07:35.000 So moved, Jaseluk? Second, Jennifer Renz. Is there any discussion? 00:07:35.000 --> 00:07:39.000 Hearing none, this is a standard voice vote. All those in favor say aye. Aye. 00:07:39.000 --> 00:07:44.000 Any opposed? No? The consent agenda is approved for this evening. 00:07:44.000 --> 00:07:51.000 Moving on to new business, the first item of new business is the accelerated budget opt-out resolution. 00:07:51.000 --> 00:07:55.000 Otherwise known as the Act 1. Index, Doctor Winzo. 00:07:55.000 --> 00:08:03.000 The administration recommends the Board approve the resolution to limit the increase of real estate taxes for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. 00:08:03.000 --> 00:08:06.000 To know more than the Act 1 Index of 3.5%. 00:08:06.000 --> 00:08:13.000 Thank you. May I please have a motion to approve the accelerated budget opt-out resolution for 2026 to 2027? 00:08:13.000 --> 00:08:18.000 So moved, Jasadik? Second, Jennifer Renz. Is there any discussion? 00:08:18.000 --> 00:08:25.000 Um, this is Lindsey Drew, just for the point of public record. I just want to, um, acknowledge this is something we do every year. 00:08:25.000 --> 00:08:32.000 And it is just a resolution stating that, um, the district feels comfortable that we'll be able to live within. 00:08:32.000 --> 00:08:42.000 Uh, the Act 1 index, and that we would not seek, um, permission to raise taxes beyond the index for the 2026-2027 budget. 00:08:42.000 --> 00:08:51.000 So, any questions? Alright, hearing none, this is a standard voice vote. All those in favor say aye. Aye. Any opposed? No. 00:08:51.000 --> 00:08:58.000 The resolution is passed. Our next item of new business is the accelerated Fire Protection Proposal. Dr. Winslow? 00:08:58.000 --> 00:09:23.000 The administration recommends the Board retroactively approve the proposal for acceleration… 00:09:23.000 --> 00:09:30.000 To approve the accelerated fire protection proposal. Second, Jennifer Rentz. Is there any discussion? 00:09:30.000 --> 00:09:33.000 This is a standard voice vote. All those in favor say aye. Aye. 00:09:33.000 --> 00:09:41.000 Any opposed? No. Item is approved. Our next item of new business is an agreement with the Township of Derry. 00:09:41.000 --> 00:09:48.000 Doctor Winter? The administration recommends a retroactive approval of the Township of Dairy agreement for the swim team practices and meets. 00:09:48.000 --> 00:09:52.000 Thank you. May I please have a motion to retroactively approve the Township of Dairy Swim Agreement? 00:09:52.000 --> 00:09:57.000 So moved, Jessica? Second, Jennifer Renz. Is there any discussion? 00:09:57.000 --> 00:10:01.000 This is a standard voice vote. All those in favor say aye. Aye. 00:10:01.000 --> 00:10:14.000 Any opposed? No. Our next item of new business is personnel resignations. Dr. Winzo, the administration recommends the approval of the personnel resignations. Thank you, May. Please have a motion to approve the personnel resignations? 00:10:14.000 --> 00:10:25.000 So moved, Joshisic. Second, Jennifer Rentz. Is there any discussion? Ms. Rens, I just want to acknowledge that Mr. Hummel is in the audience with us this evening. 00:10:25.000 --> 00:10:32.000 And he has, at this point in time, is definitely our longest serving administrative team member. 00:10:32.000 --> 00:10:38.000 And he has put in his retirement for. Uh, the role of food service director. 00:10:38.000 --> 00:10:45.000 So while we will have him for a few more months while we seek a replacement, um, and hopefully have some overlap so that he can. 00:10:45.000 --> 00:10:51.000 Teach somebody new, his. Wizarding ways with the food services. 00:10:51.000 --> 00:10:58.000 Um, he is… he is… In his last year, last school year with us, and he will be greatly missed. 00:10:58.000 --> 00:11:04.000 Thank you, Dr. Winzo. Um, I would also just like to add, first, thank you, Mr. Hummel, for joining us this evening. 00:11:04.000 --> 00:11:11.000 And while I want to congratulate you on your well-deserved upcoming retirement, it is also bittersweet to say. 00:11:11.000 --> 00:11:18.000 Goodbye because of your, um. Incredibly long tenure with the district, and your commitment and. 00:11:18.000 --> 00:11:26.000 dedication and passion for feeding children. Um, and always keeping the children of Derry Township School District at the forefront of everything you do. 00:11:26.000 --> 00:11:30.000 Um, it shows in our food service program. Um, it's a model for others. 00:11:30.000 --> 00:11:35.000 And, um, I really value and appreciate everything that you've done, um. 00:11:35.000 --> 00:11:42.000 For our students and community over the years, and was happy to see that you received your recognition. 00:11:42.000 --> 00:12:00.000 As Food Service Director of the Year. Um, this past year, what a great way to culminate a wonderful career and time with Derry Township School District, so… Congratulations, and we thank you for everything. 00:12:00.000 --> 00:12:05.000 Thanks. This is Jennifer Renz. I'd also like Mr. Hummel to please make sure that you're. 00:12:05.000 --> 00:12:13.000 That's the recipe for the peanut butter cookies. And they don't take that with you, please. 00:12:13.000 --> 00:12:22.000 And the mac and cheese. Alright, is there any other discussion? 00:12:22.000 --> 00:12:27.000 This is a standard voice vote. All those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? No. 00:12:27.000 --> 00:12:33.000 Personnel resignations is approved. Our last item of new business this evening is Personnel General, Dr. Winslow. 00:12:33.000 --> 00:12:39.000 the administration recommends the approval of the listed personnel and recognition of any listed transfers. 00:12:39.000 --> 00:12:43.000 Thank you, may I please have a motion to approve the listed personnel in recognition of any listed transfers? 00:12:43.000 --> 00:12:48.000 So moved, Jessica? Second, Jennifer Rentz. Is there any discussion? 00:12:48.000 --> 00:12:51.000 this is a standard voice mode. All those in favor say aye. Aye. 00:12:51.000 --> 00:12:57.000 Any opposed? No? Item is approved. That concludes new business for this evening. 00:12:57.000 --> 00:13:07.000 Moving on to delegate reports, um, the CAIU board highlights are also attached, and the Executive director's report is linked on the agenda. Dr. Sizik, do you have anything you'd like to share? I do not. 00:13:07.000 --> 00:13:18.000 Thank you. Um, I will also share that the hack delegate, um, report is also attached to the agenda, and I have no additional information to share on that either. 00:13:18.000 --> 00:13:25.000 Moving on to special reports, are there any board members who would like to give a report? 00:13:25.000 --> 00:13:30.000 Dr. Winslow, do you have a superintendent's report? I do. 00:13:30.000 --> 00:13:38.000 I wanted to thank everyone for their grace and patience as we worked through the first snow day last Tuesday. Um, we were certainly hoping, um. 00:13:38.000 --> 00:13:43.000 that this early weather event is not indicative of what the winter has in store for us. 00:13:43.000 --> 00:13:47.000 Wasn't thrilled to have to call a snow day the first week of December. 00:13:47.000 --> 00:13:54.000 Um, that as a reminder. Um, should we have additional snow days? They will likely be flexible instruction days. 00:13:54.000 --> 00:13:59.000 Um, through the next 5. After that, they will be tagged on to the end of the school year. 00:13:59.000 --> 00:14:03.000 FID days are called when conditions that would cause power outages. 00:14:03.000 --> 00:14:09.000 FIN days are not called when conditions that would cause power outages, like very heavy ice or snow. 00:14:09.000 --> 00:14:14.000 would be present, um, just to make sure that there is equity of access for all of our students. 00:14:14.000 --> 00:14:18.000 Um, and our makeup day for last Tuesday will be April 2nd. 00:14:18.000 --> 00:14:26.000 Um, we do have an early dismissal on December 23rd. The high school and middle school let out at 10 a.m, and the elementary will let out at 11. 00:14:26.000 --> 00:14:30.000 And then we are closed for winter recess through January 2nd. 00:14:30.000 --> 00:14:37.000 So, um, lots of festivities happening this month. I'm quite certain there is also some learning going on. 00:14:37.000 --> 00:14:41.000 But apparently it can only happen if we are dressed strangely. 00:14:41.000 --> 00:14:50.000 So, I hope all the parents are enjoying the Multiple Spirit Weeks that are being… Imposed upon them at the moment. 00:14:50.000 --> 00:14:55.000 And that concludes my report. Thank you, Dr. Winso. 00:14:55.000 --> 00:15:11.000 for Ford President's Report, I just want to officially welcome our new board members for your first full public meeting. It's been, um, wonderful to be able to have spent time with you over this last week, as you have been going through orientation for board service. 00:15:11.000 --> 00:15:18.000 Um, and appreciate, uh, your eager and willingness. Um, to… to be part of the board. 00:15:18.000 --> 00:15:27.000 Um… now, uh… 00:15:27.000 --> 00:15:35.000 Trying to figure out how to, like, do… I don't want to say this, um, as many, uh, are aware, Dr. Winslow's Superintendent contract term. 00:15:35.000 --> 00:15:39.000 Um, is set to expire on June 30th, 2026. 00:15:39.000 --> 00:15:47.000 Per the terms of her contract and provisions within the school code, a one-year automatic renewal for a superintendent's contract will occur. 00:15:47.000 --> 00:15:57.000 If the board fails to take action in the form of a formal renewal or non-renewal of that contract at least 90 days prior to the end of that term. 00:15:57.000 --> 00:16:05.000 After conversation with Dr. Winslow, the board is thrilled to share that Dr. Winslow desires to stay with the district for an additional year. 00:16:05.000 --> 00:16:13.000 Prior to retiring on June 30, 2027. So on behalf of the board, we will welcome the opportunity to. 00:16:13.000 --> 00:16:21.000 Uh, spend an additional year with Dr. Winzo, and will fail to take action on renewal or non-renewal of her contract. 00:16:21.000 --> 00:16:33.000 Um, in order to accommodate that. Um… I would keep Dr. Winslow around forever, if we could. It'd be a yes vote for that. Um, I've often said. 00:16:33.000 --> 00:16:39.000 that one of my proudest moments in board service has been, um, being. 00:16:39.000 --> 00:16:52.000 Appointment of Dr. Winslow as District Superintendent. Um, while I'm incredibly excited to have an additional year with her beyond her contract, and I'm thrilled for a well-deserved retirement when that day comes. 00:16:52.000 --> 00:16:57.000 Um, it is incredibly bittersweet to have to talk about this because. 00:16:57.000 --> 00:17:04.000 Derry Township doesn't feel right without Dr. Winso after the last nearly 5 years working together. 00:17:04.000 --> 00:17:09.000 Uh, so I know that I will have many more words to share prior to your retirement in 2027. 00:17:09.000 --> 00:17:16.000 Um, but did want to share this update in a timely manner, um, since there will not be board action on a contract. 00:17:16.000 --> 00:17:22.000 Uh, the board does anticipate a superintendent search will commence in the fall of 2026. 00:17:22.000 --> 00:17:33.000 Um, that concludes my report. Dr. Winzo, if there's anything you'd like to… Um, the share prior to moving on to public comment. I would just say thank you, and I would echo, um. 00:17:33.000 --> 00:17:47.000 Mr. Hummel's words that it is… it's an honor and a privilege, and… Often very humbling to serve and to… To be the leader of this district, and… 18 more months. We'll make good things happen. 00:17:47.000 --> 00:17:52.000 We're very grateful for you, Dr. Winzo. Thank you very much, I appreciate it. 00:17:52.000 --> 00:18:02.000 All right, we'll now begin our final recognition of citizens and public comment period for the evening. This is an opportunity for residents and taxpayers to address the board on matters that are related to the agenda or matters. 00:18:02.000 --> 00:18:08.000 of district governance that were not on the agenda this evening. We'll follow the same guidelines as outlined earlier. 00:18:08.000 --> 00:18:19.000 Um, there is no one new in the audience, so there's no one to participate in the public portion, so if there's anyone online wishing to participate in public comment, um, I would invite you to. 00:18:19.000 --> 00:18:24.000 Raise your virtual hand at this time. 00:18:24.000 --> 00:18:31.000 Not at this time, no. Thank you. Is there anything else for the good of the order? 00:18:31.000 --> 00:18:38.000 Hearing none, the next public board of directors meeting will be held January 12, 2026. 00:18:38.000 --> 00:18:48.000 I'll have to get used to saying 2026. I feel like we just started saying 2025. Starting at 7pm, please refer to the district website to register for virtual attendance. 00:18:48.000 --> 00:18:51.000 May I please have a motion to adjourn this meeting? 00:18:51.000 --> 00:18:57.000 So, move to the second. Second, Jennifer Rentz. All in favor say aye. Aye. Any opposed? No. 00:18:57.000 --> 00:19:05.000 The meeting is adjourned at 7.24 p.m. Everyone have a really wonderful holiday season, and um… Winter break.