Centennial School District — Transcript
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Veterans Day Commemoration
Student Achievements and Community Engagement
Community Concern: Student Bus Transportation
Personnel Appointment: Chief Human Resources Officer
School District Facility Repairs and Agreements
Legislative Advocacy: State Budget Impasse
Policy Revisions: School Operations and Service Animals
Educational Programs and Governance Updates
Votes (5)
Appointment of Chief Human Resources Officer
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Godson [00:28:44] · Seconded by Mr. Ghart [00:29:56]
Following a vote on the personnel section of the consent agenda, the board formally welcomed Mrs. Tara Mossman as the new Chief Human Resources Officer for the Centennial School District.
Approval of Sewer Pipe Repair Quote
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Godson [00:32:00] · Seconded by Mr. Saddowski [00:33:38]
The board considered and approved a quote for repairing a defective sewer pipe located at the administration building. The cost was set not to exceed a specified amount.
Approval of Early Childhood Program Memorandum of Agreement
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Godson [00:32:00] · Seconded by Mr. Saddowski [00:33:38]
The board approved a retroactive memorandum of agreement with the Bucks County Intermediate Unit. This agreement permits the use of two classrooms at Willowdale Elementary School for the Early Childhood Program during the 2025-2026 school year.
Resolution Urging PA General Assembly to End State Budget Impasse
Dissent: None
Moved by Mr. Godson [00:33:57] · Seconded by Mrs. Crossen [00:34:25]
The board discussed the critical impact of the state budget impasse on school districts, citing significant weekly financial losses for Centennial and the potential for other districts to face severe consequences, including possible closure. A resolution was proposed to formally urge the Pennsylvania General Assembly to resolve the situation.
Adoption of School District Policies
Dissent: None
Moved by Unknown [00:35:46] · Seconded by Mr. Hartline [00:36:26]
Five policies were presented for adoption, covering areas such as student withdrawal, employee conduct, educator misconduct, freedom of speech, and service animals. A specific question arose regarding Policy 718 on service animals, addressing the inclusion of miniature horses, which was clarified as being due to updates in state law and not a new addition.
Notable Quotes (3)
Uh, with the board's vote, I would like to introduce to everyone Mrs. Tara Mossman. Mrs. Mossman has been hired as our new chief human resources officer. So, Mrs. Mossman, we're thrilled to have you come on board. Uh, and welcome to Centennial. Looking forward to working with you and your leadership.
it is costing our district tens of thousands of dollars a week in lost income. There are school districts out there such as Morrisville and Bristol that if they don't have a budget by the first of the year will be required to make some drastic changes. Um some of them are even talking about maybe not even being able to reopen.
these changes are to keep up with changes in state law? State law says you have to let miniature horses in. As a matter of fact, I believe that was already in there. There was just some minor wording changes.
Ordinances & Resolutions (13)
Federal student aid form discussed at William Tennant's financial aid night.
Award recognizing Middle Bucks Institute of Technology in various categories.
Resolution urging the Pennsylvania General Assembly to end the state budget impasse.
Policy concerning withdrawal from school.
Policy concerning conduct disciplinary procedures for employees.
Policy concerning educator misconduct.
Policy concerning freedom of speech by employees.
Policy concerning service animals in schools, including discussion of miniature horses.
Key strategic priority for the Bucks County Intermediate Unit regarding student support.
Key strategic priority for the Bucks County Intermediate Unit regarding student behavior management.
Mandatory training hours (5 for new, 3 for re-appointed) for school board directors.
Newly signed state legislation requiring a reporting process for school districts.
Agreement with Bucks County Intermediate Unit for early childhood program classrooms.