6/8/26 Board Meeting

The Penn Manor School District Board held a meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing primarily on budget discussions and future planning. The board reviewed the final budget update for the 2026-2027 school year, which projects expenses of approximately $123.5 million. Key budget items included increased technology spending for teacher laptop refresh cycles, bond payments, and a slight decrease in tuition costs due to changes in cyber charter funding. The board discussed the potential addition of a social worker position, agreeing to incorporate it into the budget while maintaining the proposed 4% tax increase, with funding options to be further explored. The board also outlined strategic goals for the upcoming year, including preparations for a new middle school facility and ongoing efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism. Additionally, the board emphasized the importance of public engagement, with a formal request made to hold town hall meetings prior to any contract votes to allow citizen input. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed during this meeting.