Centennial School District — Transcript
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
William Tennant High School Student Activities and Achievements
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) Program Updates
Centennial School District Financial Performance and Outlook
State Funding and Partnerships for Education
District Policy Review and Updates
Bucks County Schools Intermediate Unit 22 (BCIU) Operations
Centennial Education Foundation (CF) Activities
State Legislative Impact on School Districts
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) Operational Update
Votes (4)
Approval of the October 13th, 2026 Board Agenda
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:40:40] · Seconded by Unknown [0:40:47]
The item was presented for approval as per the attached document. No corrections or commentary were offered before the vote.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items (6.1-6.11)
Dissent: Mr. Godson abstained from voting on item 6.1B (September 22nd, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes) due to not being in attendance at that meeting.
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:44:06] · Seconded by Unknown [0:44:17]
The consent agenda covered minutes from previous meetings, various personnel actions (resignations, employments, status changes, mentor teachers, co-curricular), an overnight conference request, retroactive approvals for Board Docs subscription and iPad purchases, and the purchase of two Ford Transit vans. It also included several contract approvals (interim elementary assistant principal, GHR staffing, transportation MOU, compensatory education fund) and the formal acceptance of grants and donations previously presented. Discussion arose regarding the cost and type of the new vans, which were clarified as standard transportation vans and less expensive than prior modified purchases. A question about the interim assistant principal contract duration and cost per day was addressed, with the Superintendent stating it would be for a limited time.
Approval of New Business Items (7.1-7.3)
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:49:50] · Seconded by Unknown [0:49:58]
The board considered three new business items for approval: revised job descriptions for 'Resa Resignation Registration and Child Accounting Specialist' and 'Coordinator of Teaching and Learning,' and affiliation agreements with Karan University and Westchester University for student teaching programs. These agreements were noted to incur no cost to the district.
Approval of Financial Reports and Bills (9.1-9.3)
Moved by Mr. Saddowski [0:53:50] · Seconded by Unknown [0:53:54]
The board moved to approve the September 2026 schedule of bills, investments, cafeteria fund, budget reports, and general fund cash receipt summary. Additionally, the pending bills list and the pre-approved paid bills list were submitted for acceptance. No specific discussion or questions were raised regarding these financial documents.
Notable Quotes (3)
the two vans, um it seems like we spent over $100,000 more last year for two vans. What's the difference in the vans?
I the and I have no qualm with the gentleman. He's a wonderful guy. But the um is there an estimate at all of how much this may entail? At $800 a day, it could add up fairly quickly.
I don't have uh an explicit estimate at this time, but I can tell you that it will not be for an extended period of time.
Ordinances & Resolutions (35)
One of two dual enrollment courses launched by MBIT in partnership with Bucks County Community College.
One of two dual enrollment courses launched by MBIT in partnership with Bucks County Community College.
Process for confirming student residency, leading to recovery of tuition and expenses.
Financial plan for the previous school year, with a significant deficit reduction.
Current school year's budget, anticipating reduced out-of-district placement costs.
Source of grant funding for the planetarium, home & school associations, and extracurriculars.
Approved revised job description for a district administrative position.
Approved revised job description for a district administrative position.
Approved agreement for student teaching, with no cost to the district.
Approved agreement for student teaching, with no cost to the district.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy regarding family relationships in hiring and supervision, presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy regarding use of school facilities and proposed changes to the fee schedule, presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy focusing on the adoption of the district calendar and use of flexible instruction days, presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.
Retroactively approved renewal for the 2026-27 school year.
Contract utilized for the purchase of two Ford Transit vans.
Retroactively approved to provide interim elementary assistant principal support.
Approved to add behavior technician services at $38.50 per hour.
Approved MOU for 2026-27 school year, with costs based on need.
Approved agreement with a cost not to exceed $21,500.
Near completion, includes expansion of adult services within the IU.
Underway, looking at a six-year plan with renewal after three years.
Applications submitted by MBIT for new equipment, typically asking for $1 million and anticipating 25% receipt.
MBIT received $145,000 through this grant via Senator Ferry and Kristen Marcel.
Obtained by an MBIT teacher, allowing her to conduct CPR training.