School Board Meeting Recap - Aug. 25th

COATESVILLE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AGENDA

Virtual Meeting through Live Stream

August, 25th 2020 - 7:00 PM

ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA

None

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEM

(Comments on agenda items)  Members of the public wishing to make a comment during a remote (virtual) Board meeting are asked to submit their comments in writing to this email address: vboardmeeting@casdschools.org  State your name, address and township of residence. 

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT/ PRESENTATIONS

 

ITEMS HELD FROM CONSENT AGENDA

FINANCE COMMITTEE

A.      Financial Statements

That the Board of School Directors approve the financial statements and the bills payable list, as presented. (Always pulled)

Passed  ☒             Failed  ☐                 Vote: 9-0

C.  Chromebook Distribution Help - That the Board of School Directors approve a maximum of 9 aides to assist in Chromebook distribution for the week of 8/24/2020.

Comments/discussion:

None

Passed  ☐             Failed  ☐                 Vote:

D. Chester County Intermediate Unit - Brandywine Virtual Academy Contract

That the Board of School Directors approve the 2020-2021 contract agreement with the Chester County Intermediate Unit for online courses through Brandywine Virtual Academy for an estimated 225 students at a cost of $683 per one credit course, as presented. (Enclosure)

Comments/discussion:

None

Passed  ☐             Failed  ☐                 Vote:

 

E. Gallup, Inc. - Strengths-Based Development Learning

That the Board of School Directors approve the professional services of Provident Energy Consulting, LLC to develop and manage a comprehensive energy services project(s), inclusive of related capital improvements, under the framework of an energy Performance Contract, following the guidelines of the Pennsylvania ”Guaranteed Energy Savings Act” (GESA), as presented. (Confidential Enclosure)

Comments/discussion:

None

Passed  ☐             Failed  ☐                 Vote:

G. Coventry Environmental, Inc. - Underground Storage Tank Removal

That the Board of School Directors approve the proposal from Coventry Environmental, Inc. for underground storage tank removal and closure services at the former Friendship Elementary School at an estimated cost of $5,831, as presented. (Confidential Enclosure)

Comments/discussion:

None

Passed  ☐             Failed  ☐                 Vote:

OPERATIONS

B.  Approval of 2020-2021 Specialized Bus Runs

That the Board of School Directors approve the list of specialized bus runs for the 2020-2021 school year, as presented.  (Confidential Enclosure)

Comments/discussion:

None

Passed  ☐             Failed  ☐                 Vote:

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEM 

(Comments on any school-related topics)  Members of the public wishing to make a comment during a remote (virtual) Board meeting are asked to submit their comments in writing to this email address: vboardmeeting@casdschools.org  State your name, address and township of residence.  Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.  It is the Board’s practice not to engage in dialogue with speakers.

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INFORMATIONAL

Ask Mr. Hanna

CASD did a wonderful job already introducing Mr. Hanna to our community.  The video and his discussions at board meetings have provided us with a snapshot of his priority to help us improve our District. We heard his commitment to putting in the work, which might be messy at times, and engaging with the community. All of those conversations have been very academic in nature. However, if you had the opportunity to see Mr. Hanna’s “Turn it on Thursday,” you already had a glimpse of his personality. 

We wanted to help introduce Mr. Hanna to the community in a less formal, less academic manner. We are so appreciative that he took the time to answer our questions in the midst of his never ending  to do list so our community could to get to know him a little bit more.

How would your 10-year-old self react to what you do?

My 10-year-old self would probably nod his head and say, “Sounds like a pretty big deal that you are trying to help students get a great education.”

 

How do you motivate yourself?

I motivate myself by thinking about what success looks like. To do this it is important to set a vision, develop goals and strategies that are focused on the result. I am also motivated by helping people. 

 

Have you ever been mistaken for someone famous?

I have not.

 

If you could have any super human power, what would it be?

The ability to time travel. 

 

What would someone be surprised to learn about you? 

As a college student I was part of a photoshoot that made the front page of the weekend insert of the local newspaper. 

 

What's one thing that can instantly make your day better?

Hearing from a friend or family checking in to be sure I am okay. 

 

What activity instantly calms you?

Peace, quiet, and a great cup of coffee. 

 

What is your favorite food?

Such a difficult question! A really good steak with just the right sides – mashed potatoes and mushrooms.

 

What's the phone app you use most?

News and Twitter 

 

What do you do on your commute to/from work since you drive here from Philly?

If not on calls, I will listen to news – KYW and/or NPR. 

 

Which famous person in history (dead or alive) would you want to spend the day with?

Nelson Mandela to learn how to persevere through injustice while not losing sight that there is good in all people. 

 

What song describes your life right now?

Temptations – “Get Ready!”

 

Do you prefer books or films?

Films 

 Do you prefer cats or dogs?

Dogs – Rocky is our 2-year-old Labradoodle

Do you prefer sweet or savory?

Savory 

 

Do you prefer Alexa or Siri?

Alexa 

 

Would you prefer to always be slightly late or always be an hour early?

On time, but probably an hour early. 

 

Would you rather travel back in time to meet your ancestors or would you rather go to the future to meet your descendants?

I’d like to meet my ancestors to thank them for making my life possible.

 

Why did you want to come to Coatesville? 

I came to Coatesville to positively impact an entire district and not just some of it. Given the district’s size, I certainly hope to be able to do so. This is a very proud community that wants its students to excel both in the classroom and in the many activities available to them. The issues that impact CASD are not different from any large urban district and as I progressed through the interview process it was clear to me that Board of Directors understood this and truly want to see CASD progress. 

 

What about our city surprised you? 

It’s too early to tell. However, I look forward to becoming more involved in the city by meeting its residents and becoming more familiar with the surrounding communities. Check back in a few months!