August 10, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting

The East Penn School District School Board held its regular meeting on August 10, 2026. The meeting included public comments, approval of previous meeting minutes, and district updates highlighting student achievements and preparations for the new school year. Significant procurement-related discussions centered on the presentation and proposed extension of a partnership agreement with Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) Jefferson Health for sports medicine and health services through 2033. The proposal detailed expanded services including athletic trainers, sports performance coaching, behavioral health therapists, and healthcare career education programs, along with increased financial contributions such as a $175,000 annual marketing sponsorship and enhanced student athlete scholarships. The board also received an update from Communities in Schools on their ongoing support programs at district schools, focusing on attendance, school climate, behavior, and academic support. Additionally, the board discussed potential changes to the meeting agenda structure to allow for "old business" and "new business" items, aiming to improve transparency and board member engagement, though no formal vote was taken on this matter. Other business included contract-related questions about insurance coverage provisions. The meeting concluded with scheduling the next regular meeting for August 24, 2026.