Centennial School District — Transcript

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Student Athlete Recognition

Teacher Tenure Awards

Federal Programs Overview and Planning

Bucks County Intermediate Unit (IU) Report

Legislative Updates

Centennial Education Foundation (CEF) Grant

Votes (23)

Approval of Bucks County Intermediate Unit Special Education Administrator Symposium Travel

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It authorizes the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services and three special education supervisors to attend a symposium.

Award of Cap and Gown Bid 2026-16

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It awards the cap and gown bid to Balffor Grad Gear for multiple school years, with costs paid by parents/guardians.

Approval of MOU for Chief Science Officers Program

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bucks County Intermediate Unit for the Chief Science Officers Program for students in grades 6-12, incurring no cost to the district.

Renewal Contract with Keystone Freedom Academy

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It renews a contract with Keystone Freedom Academy for the 2026-2027 school year, with tuition billed at $398 per day per placed student.

Renewal Contract for Related Services for IEP Students at PA School for the Deaf

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves the renewal of an agreement for related services for IEP students attending PA School for the Deaf.

Tuition Agreement for Student 4-8 to New Hope Academy

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a tuition agreement for Student 4-8 to New Hope Academy for the 2026-2027 school year, not to exceed $45,522.

Tuition Agreement for Student 22-9 to New Hope Academy

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a tuition agreement for Student 22-9 to New Hope Academy for the 2026-2027 school year, not to exceed $45,522.

Tuition Agreement for Student 11-4 to New Hope Academy

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a tuition agreement for Student 11-4 to New Hope Academy for the 2026-2027 school year, not to exceed $45,522.

Tuition Agreement for Student 1-19 to Fusion Academy

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a tuition agreement for Student 1-19 to Fusion Academy for the 2026-2027 school year, not to exceed $50,000.

Tuition Agreement for Student 23-13 to Comprehensive Learning Center

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves a tuition agreement for Student 23-13 to Comprehensive Learning Center for two school years, not to exceed $128,500 per year.

Continuation of 504 Agreement for Student 3-3

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:17:00] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [Approx. 00:20:50]

This item was part of the consent agenda and approved without specific discussion. It approves the continuation of a 504 agreement for Student 3-3 for the 2026-2027 school year, with no cost to the district.

Approval of Organizational Chart for 2026-27 School Year

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:23:45] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [Approx. 00:25:20]

This item was approved as part of New Business. A board member inquired if there were any changes to the organizational chart. The Superintendent confirmed it was primarily unchanged, noting only Mrs. Tomlinson's previously approved position change was reflected.

Approval of New and Revised Job Descriptions

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:23:45] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [Approx. 00:25:20]

This item was approved as part of New Business without specific discussion. It includes a new job description for a custodian at the administration building and transportation, and revised descriptions for Executive Assistant I and Executive Assistant II positions.

Approval of Compensatory Educational Funds for Student 1-9

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:23:45] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [Approx. 00:25:20]

This item was approved as part of New Business without specific discussion. It authorizes $5,400 in compensatory educational funds for legitimate expenses for Student 1-9.

Approval of Compensatory Educational Funds for Student 5-4

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:23:45] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [Approx. 00:25:20]

This item was approved as part of New Business without specific discussion. It authorizes $14,400 in compensatory educational funds for legitimate expenses for Student 5-4.

Approval of Compensatory Educational Funds for Student 12-13

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:23:45] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [Approx. 00:25:20]

This item was approved as part of New Business without specific discussion. It authorizes $15,600 in compensatory educational funds for legitimate expenses for Student 12-13.

Adoption of Policy 113.1 Discipline of Students with Disabilities

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Adoption of Policy 113.2 Behavior Support

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Adoption of Policy 210 Medications

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Adoption of Policy 236.1 Threat Assessment

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Adoption of Policy 246 School Wellness

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Adoption of Policy 309.1 Telecommuting

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:00] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:26:40]

This policy was approved for adoption as part of a block of policy updates without specific discussion.

Approval of Financial Reports and Bill Lists

8-0 Approved

Dissent: None

Moved by Mr. Saddowski [Approx. 00:26:50] · Seconded by Unknown [Approx. 00:27:00]

This item consolidated the approval of the schedule of bills, investments, cafeteria fund budget reports, general fund cash receipt summaries for June and July 2026, the pending bill list, and the pre-approved paid bill list. A board member noted the volume of information, but it was approved without further discussion.

Notable Quotes (3)

One quick question. Um 7.1 the organizational chart is that the same as it's always been or is there any changes to that? This is my first time looking at the organizational chart.

Mrs. Depalo [Approx. 00:25:25]
Approval of Organizational Chart for 2026-27 School Year

Sure. It is it is primarily unchanged. Excuse me. The only difference is back in uh I forget which month it was, April or May when the board um approved Mrs. Tomlinson to move into that position um that switch was made and that is referenced in this chart. Thank you.

Superintendent [Approx. 00:25:35]
Approval of Organizational Chart for 2026-27 School Year

It is. A busy one.

Unknown [Approx. 00:27:15]
Approval of Financial Reports and Bill Lists

Ordinances & Resolutions (25)

PIAA Track and Field ChampionshipsOther

Athletic championship event where Savannah Davis Hope achieved a top 15 finish.

Suburban One League Girls Track and Field Player of the YearOther

Award received by Savannah Davis Hope for spring 2026.

Title IGrant

Federal program for improving academic achievement for disadvantaged students.

Title IIGrant

Federal program supporting effective instruction, with funds historically transferred to Title III.

Title IIIGrant

Federal program specific for language instruction of English learners and immigrant instruction.

Title IVGrant

Federal program for student support and academic enrichment, with funds historically transferred to Title III.

Comprehensive PlanPlan

District's guiding document for aligning federal program funding to priorities like achievement, growth, access, and engagement.

Bid 2026-16Bid

Cap and gown bid awarded to Balffor Grad Gear for multiple school years.

Memorandum of UnderstandingOther

Agreement with Bucks County Intermediate Unit for the Chief Science Officers Program.

IEP needsOther

Individualized Education Program, determining related services and tuition for students.

504 agreementOther

Continuation of an agreement for student 3-3, providing accommodations without district cost.

Organizational Chart for 2026-27Plan

Chart outlining the district's organizational structure for the upcoming school year.

Policy 330 OvertimePolicy

Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.

Policy 339 Uncompensated LeavePolicy

Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.

Policy 716 Integrated Pest ManagementPolicy

Policy presented for initial distribution and discussion.

Policy 113.1 Discipline of Students with DisabilitiesPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Policy 113.2 Behavior SupportPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Policy 210 MedicationsPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Policy 236.1 Threat AssessmentPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Policy 246 School WellnessPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Policy 309.1 TelecommutingPolicy

Policy approved for adoption.

Act 20 of 2026Other

Pennsylvania state legislation with provisions affecting school operations, student services, and funding.

Sunshine ActOther

Proposed bipartisan legislation to address recent Supreme Court decisions regarding 24-hour rule changes for postings and meetings.

House bills 25 and 24Other

Pending state legislation being combined to require state funding for school-based health centers.

Amazon Bucks County grantGrant

Grant for $8,000 received by the Centennial Education Foundation for the Betty Huff Planetarium.

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