3/23/26 School Board Meeting

The Penn Manor School District held a School Board meeting on March 23, 2026, which included discussions on budget planning, facility needs, and enrollment trends impacting future staffing and capital projects. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the district's participation in the federal E-rate program, which provides substantial discounts on internet connectivity and internal network infrastructure, saving the district approximately $176,000 in the current year and over $2.5 million in the past decade. The board also reviewed enrollment data showing a decline in student numbers and discussed the implications for attendance boundaries, staffing needs, and facility expansions, particularly in the northern part of the district where new housing developments are expected. Planning efforts include upcoming design phases for a new middle school, with construction anticipated to begin in spring 2027 following an Act 34 hearing and bid process. Additionally, the board approved routine financial matters including bill payments and IU13 core program service budgets. Public comments addressed policy issues related to student records and athletics, emphasizing legal counsel retention and parental involvement. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.