NASD School Board Special Voting Meeting/Work Session—Wednesday, March 11, 2026

The North Allegheny School District held a special voting meeting and work session on March 11, 2026, focusing primarily on educational curriculum updates and significant capital improvement projects. The meeting featured a detailed presentation on the comprehensive technology and engineering education curriculum review, emphasizing STEM pathways, industry partnerships, and career readiness aligned with workforce demands. Additionally, the board received an extensive update on multiple facilities projects, including schematic design progress, budget estimates, and construction timelines for elementary schools and the new North Allegheny Intermediate (NAI) building, with an overall projected cost around $164 million. Discussions included considerations for flexible classroom designs to accommodate future educational needs and potential impacts of AI on student seat requirements. The board unanimously approved three voting items: a public school facility improvement grant application, the retirement of Superintendent Brendan Highland, and the appointment of Mr. Duramo as the new superintendent with a starting salary of $225,000. The meeting also addressed security enhancements, including the installation of license plate reader cameras, amid community concerns about privacy and student safety.