Centennial School District — Transcript
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Teacher's Passing and Community Support
Adult Education Services Partnership
District Budget and Financial Strategy
District Operations and Infrastructure
Student Services and Educational Programs
School Board Vacancy Appointment
Community Safety and Law Enforcement Procedures
Personnel and Athletics
Student Activities and Achievements
Votes (7)
Motion to Table Softball Head Coach Appointment
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Martin [0:34:25] · Seconded by Unknown [0:34:44]
A motion was made to table the approval of the softball head coach position, pending further information requested by a board member.
Approval of Personnel Agenda, Conference Requests, and Retirement Severance Pay Incentive
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:36:31] · Seconded by Mr. Godson [0:37:06]
The board approved a comprehensive personnel agenda, including various employment statuses, mentor teachers, and co-curricular activities. Additionally, overnight conference requests for FBLA students and the Chief Human Resource Officer, along with a retirement severance pay incentive, were approved.
Approval of Education Committee Recommendations
Dissent: None
Moved by Mrs. Dalo [0:46:16] · Seconded by Unknown [0:46:21]
The Education Committee's recommendations were presented and approved, encompassing an overnight conference for the supervisor of student services, a 504 plan and educational fund agreement for a student, approval of book titles for an author visit, renewed tuition contracts for three students at New Hope Academy, and purchases of library books for Clinger Middle School, Log College Middle School, and McDonald Elementary School.
Adoption of 2026-2027 Accelerated Budget Opt Out Resolution
Dissent: Mr. Martin, Mr. Saddowski, Mrs. Dalo, Mrs. Crossson, Mrs. Kger
Moved by Mrs. Kger [0:50:39] · Seconded by Unknown [0:50:49]
The board considered a resolution to cap the potential tax rate increase at the Act One Index of 3.5%. Discussion revolved around the timing of the vote, with some members preferring to wait until after a dedicated budget workshop for more information. The Superintendent clarified the deadline and the implications of the resolution.
Acceptance of Job Training and Education Programs Grant
Dissent: None
Moved by Mrs. Kger [0:50:39] · Seconded by Unknown [0:50:49]
The board voted on and accepted a grant specifically earmarked for the district-wide robotics program, made possible with the support of a state representative.
Approval of Rubric Data Backup Service Quote
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:57:38] · Seconded by Unknown [0:57:51]
The board approved a quote for data backup services provided by the Chester County Intermediate Unit, covering a period from June 2026 through June 2027.
Appointment of School Director for Region 3 Vacancy
Dissent: Dr. Magcguire, Mr. Godson, Mr. Hartline
Moved by Unknown [1:21:04] · Seconded by Unknown [1:21:14]
Four candidates were interviewed for the vacant school director position. Each candidate provided their motivation, views on board responsibilities, and how they would handle community pressure or collaborate. Following the interviews, nominations were made, and a roll call vote was conducted to appoint a new director.
Notable Quotes (8)
Who is Frank Ruts?
This was my first official education committee meeting and I was I would just love to say that um of teachers and administrators really are a fantastic bunch of people. They work really hard. They're really dedicated and um I was really impressed overall with all the work that they are doing.
Is there a deadline by which that has to be accomplished? We have a budget meeting on Thursday night. view our financial situation regarding what we might need to ask for next year or contemplate as a as a uh I hate to say it a tax increase or not to preliminarily do that before Thursday night seems a little premature to me even though a good idea. Yes, but is there a deadline that this has to be done or can it wait till Thursday night when we know what our budget situation is, which I currently am not entirely.
Um there is a deadline of Thursday to pass this resolution that 3.5% is the top of the act one index districts are given
I was motivated when I heard about uh Jane Lynch and I hold her in the highest respect and given that I have two children who attended the Centennial School District K through 12, the district served them well and I saw this as an opportunity to repay the favor.
I served uh Wormster Township for 35 years as a police officer and had a lot of interaction in the community... I just kind of felt like I still had a lot to offer to the community.
So my experience, what motivated me was to make sure that what happened previously did doesn't happen again. in the past uh administration.
I felt compelled to apply for this position because I feel like it's a job unfinished. Um, I felt like there was more to do and I waited till the last minute to uh send in my application and um because I really to be honest I had to pray about it.
Ordinances & Resolutions (11)
Agreement effective January 6, 2026, for a student's educational accommodation.
Fund established in the amount of $50,000 plus legal fees (not to exceed $5,000), effective until August 31, 2031, for a student's educational needs.
Tuition contract for student to attend New Hope Academy for the 2025-2026 school year, not to exceed $45,522.
Tuition contract for student to attend New Hope Academy for the 2025-2026 school year, not to exceed $45,522.
Tuition contract for student to attend New Hope Academy for the 2025-2026 school year, not to exceed $45,522.
Resolution certifying the tax rate within the inflation index of 3.5% for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Pennsylvania state legislation that sets limits on school district tax increases.
Updated optional standard mileage rates for deductible costs, effective January 1, 2026, from 72 cents to 72.5 cents.
Investment fund created to assist schools and municipalities with cash flow and investment needs, largely invested in fixed income programs.
Grant in the amount of $35,000 for the district-wide robotics program, supported by State Representative Brian Monroe.
Quote from Chester County Intermediate Unit for data backup services from June 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, not to exceed $21,667.