School Board Meeting 8/20/26 with Slides

The School Board Meeting of the Haverford Township School District held on August 20, 2026, focused significantly on the progress and budget status of the Coopertown construction project. Updates included delivery and installation of key materials, paving delays due to weather, and ongoing work on the cafeteria, library, gym, and kitchen areas. The project remains on track for partial completion by the start of school, with some areas expected to finish by mid-September or early October. The board was informed that approximately $160,000 remains in contingency funds, with an additional $92,000 in allowances, and that change orders have been managed without impacting the overall budget negatively. The meeting also included approval of various financial and operational items, including the DCCC general operating budget of $94 million for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and several educational service agreements and contracts. The board approved motions related to resignations, leave requests, and student residency verification processes. No new policies were adopted, but a policy discussion was deferred to a future meeting. Overall, the meeting emphasized construction project oversight, budget approvals, and operational preparations for the upcoming school year.