NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: __60-15____
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SUBJECT: New Board Policies
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: October 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE: Education/Community/Policy Committee
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of new Board Policy #1251: Community
Relations – Non-discrimination on the Basis of Disability, Board Policy #5153 – Students –
Non-discrimination on the Basis of Disability, and Board Policy #5131.9 – Students –
Suicide Awareness and Prevention.
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BACKGROUND:
Three new policies are being presented for the Board’s review and approval process. The
policies are as follows:

Board Policy #1251: Community Relations – Non-discrimination on the Basis of
Disability

Board Policy #5153 – Students – Non-discrimination on the Basis of Disability

Board Policy #5131.9 – Students – Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Date Prepared: 10/7/2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
1251(a)
COMMUNITY
Reference:
Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability
The board prohibits unlawful discrimination against community members on the basis of
disability with regard to the district’s services, programs and activities in accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
(“Section 504”).
The board designates the following individual to coordinate the district’s efforts to comply with
and carry out its responsibilities under the ADA and Section 504 as they pertain to community
members:
ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Community Members)
Director of School/Community Engagement
North Penn School District
401 East Hancock Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
Phone: (215) 853-1020
Email: ada504_community@npenn.org
Grievance Procedures
The board adopts the following grievance procedures for the purpose of ensuring that
complaints alleging that a community member was discriminated against in violation of the ADA
and/or Section 504 are resolved in a prompt and equitable manner.
Step 1: Reporting
A community member who believes that conduct that constitutes a violation of this policy has
occurred is encouraged to immediately submit a complaint, or otherwise report the conduct, to
the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Community Members).
District employees and contractors who are aware of conduct that constitutes discrimination
against a community member on the basis of disability shall immediately report the conduct to
the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Community Members).
The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged conduct such as
name, address, phone number of the person filing the complaint and location, date and
description of the problem. When an oral complaint is made, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Community Members) shall reduce the complaint to writing.
CONTINUED
1251(b)
Step 2: Review Complaint/Conduct Investigation
Within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of a complaint, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Community Members) or her/his designee will review the complaint with the grievant to discuss
its content as well as possible resolutions.
To the extent deemed necessary by the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Community Members)
or her/his designee, an investigation of the allegations contained within the complaint shall
occur.
Step 3: Written Response
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of a complaint or upon the conclusion of an investigation as
referenced in Step 2, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Community Members) or her/his
designee shall provide a written response to the grievant that explains the position of the district
with regard to the complaint.
Step 4: District Action
To the extent that the Written Response prepared by the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Community Members) or her/his designee in Step 3 indicates that conduct in violation of this
policy has, in fact, occurred, the district shall take any and all action which is necessary to
ensure that said conduct ceases and does not recur.
Appeal Procedure
In the event that a grievant is not satisfied with the Written Response and/or District Action
described in Steps 3 and 4 of this Grievance Procedure, she/he may file an appeal with the
Superintendent of Schools within fifteen (15) calendar days. Within fifteen (15) calendar days
after receipt of an appeal, the Superintendent of Schools shall respond in writing with a final
resolution of the complaint.
Policy:
Adopted: November 19, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
5153a)
STUDENTS
Reference:
Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability
The board prohibits unlawful discrimination against students on the basis of disability with
regard to the district’s services, programs and activities in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”).
The board designates the following individual to coordinate the district’s efforts to comply with
and carry out its responsibilities under the ADA and Section 504 as they pertain to students:
ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Students)
Director of Special Education and Student Services
North Penn School District
401 East Hancock Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
Phone: (215) 853-1060
Email: ada504_students@npenn.org
Grievance Procedures
The board adopts the following grievance procedures for the purpose of ensuring that
complaints alleging that a student was discriminated against in violation of the ADA and/or
Section 504 are resolved in a prompt and equitable manner.
Step 1: Reporting
A student or her/his parent/guardian who believes that conduct that constitutes a violation of this
policy has occurred is encouraged to immediately submit a complaint, or otherwise report the
conduct, to the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Students).
District employees and contractors who are aware of conduct that constitutes discrimination
against a student on the basis of disability shall immediately report the conduct to the
ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Students).
The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged conduct such as
name, address, phone number of the person filing the complaint and location, date and
description of the problem. When an oral complaint is made, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Students) shall reduce the complaint to writing.
CONTINUED
5153(b)
Step 2: Review Complaint/Conduct Investigation
Within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of a complaint, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Students) or her/his designee will review the complaint with the grievant to discuss its content
as well as possible resolutions.
To the extent deemed necessary by the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Students) or her/his
designee, an investigation of the allegations contained within the complaint shall occur.
Step 3: Written Response
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of a complaint or upon the conclusion of an investigation as
referenced in Step 2, the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Students) or her/his designee shall
provide a written response to the grievant that explains the position of the district with regard to
the complaint.
Step 4: District Action
To the extent that the Written Response prepared by the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
(Students) or her/his designee in Step 3 indicates that conduct in violation of this policy has, in
fact, occurred, the district shall take any and all action which is necessary to ensure that said
conduct ceases and does not recur.
Appeal Procedure
In the event that a grievant is not satisfied with the Written Response and/or District Action
described in Steps 3 and 4 of this Grievance Procedure, she/he may file an appeal with the
Superintendent of Schools within fifteen (15) calendar days. Within fifteen (15) calendar days
after receipt of an appeal, the Superintendent of Schools shall respond in writing with a final
resolution of the complaint.
Policy:
Adopted:November 19, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
5131.9(a)
STUDENTS
Reference:
Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Statement
The board acknowledges the district’s commitment to maintaining a safe school environment; to
protect the health, safety and welfare of its students; to promote healthy development; and to
safeguard against the threat or attempt of suicide among school-aged youth. The impact of
students’ mental health on their academic performance and the effect of mental health issues
and suicide on students and the entire school community are significant. Therefore, in order to
ensure the safety and welfare of students, the district will work to educate school personnel and
students on the actions and resources necessary to prevent suicide and promote mental wellbeing.
Protocols for Administering Awareness and Prevention Education
Staff Development
All school personnel, including, but not limited to, administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals,
support staff, coaches, bus drivers, custodians, and cafeteria workers, shall receive information
regarding the district’s protocols for suicide awareness and prevention. Education will be
provided for all school personnel about the importance of suicide prevention and recognition of
suicide risk factors, as well as strategies to enhance protective factors, resilience, and school
connectedness. Additionally, all school personnel will be educated about the warnings signs and
risk factors for youth depression and suicide.
Professional staff in all school buildings serving students in grades six (6) through twelve (12)
shall participate in four (4) hours of youth suicide awareness and prevention training every five
(5) years.
Education for Students
Students shall receive age-appropriate lessons in their classrooms through health education or
other appropriate curricula on the importance of safe and healthy choices, as well as help
seeking strategies for self and/or others. Lessons shall contain information on comprehensive
health and wellness, including emotional, behavioral and social skills development. Students
shall be taught not to make promises of confidence when they are concerned about a peer or
significant other. These lessons may be taught by health and physical education teachers,
community service providers, classroom teachers or student services staff. Students who are in
need of intervention shall be referred in accordance with the school entity’s referral procedures
for screening and recommendations.
CONTINUED
5131.9 (b)
Student education may include, but is not limited to, the following:
4. Information about suicide prevention. Resources are available on the Pennsylvania
Department of Education’s website– www.education.pa.gov
2. Help-seeking approaches amongst students, promoting a climate that encourages peer
referral and emphasizes school connectedness.
3. Increasing students’ ability to recognize if they or their peers are at risk for suicide.
4. Addressing problems that can lead to suicide, such as depression and other mental health
issues, anger, and drug use.
Methods of Prevention and Intervention
In compliance with state regulations and in support of the school’s suicide prevention methods,
information received in confidence from a student may be revealed to the student’s parents or
guardians, the building principal or other appropriate authority when the health, welfare or safety
of the student or other persons is at risk.
Any school personnel who has identified a student with one or more risk factors, or warning
signs, or who has an indication that a student may be contemplating suicide, shall refer the
student for further assessment and intervention to the applicable Child Study Team.
The district shall create an emotional or mental health safety plan to support a student and the
student’s family if the student has been identified as being at increased risk of suicide.
For students with disabilities who are identified as being at-risk for suicide or who attempt
suicide, the appropriate team shall be notified and shall address the student’s needs in
accordance with applicable law, regulations and Board policy.
If a student is identified as being at-risk for suicide or attempts suicide and requires special
education services or accommodations, the Director of Special Education or her/his designee
shall be notified and shall take action to address the student’s needs in accordance with
applicable law, regulations and Board policy.
Methods of Responding
Any school personnel who are made aware of any threat or witnesses any attempt towards selfharm that is written, drawn, spoken, or threatened shall immediately notify the principal or
designee. Any threat in any form shall be treated as real and dealt with immediately. No student
should be left alone, nor confidences promised. In cases of life-threatening situations, a
student’s confidentiality will be waived. The district’s crisis response procedures shall be
implemented.
If an expressed suicide thought or intention is made known to any school personnel during an
afterschool program and the principal or designee are not available, call 1-800-SUICIDE, or 1800-273-TALK for help. Thereafter, immediately inform the principal of the incident and actions
taken.
5131.9(c)
Reporting Procedures
The first school personnel on the scene of a suicide or suicide attempt must follow the district’s
crisis response procedures, and shall immediately notify the principal or designee.
Recommended Resources
A comprehensive set of resources for youth suicide awareness and prevention is accessible
through the Department at www.education.pa.gov
PA Youth Suicide Prevention Initiative - http://payspi.org/
Suicide Prevention Resource Center - http://www.sprc.org/
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - http://www.afsp.org/
Policy:
Adopted: November 19, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: __61-15____
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SUBJECT: Amended Board Policies
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: October 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE: Education/Community/Policy Committee
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of amended Board Policy #4160: Personnel
– Professional and Support – Employment Complaints – Discrimination and Board Policy
#6162 – Instruction – Elementary and Secondary – School Volunteers.
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BACKGROUND:
Two amended policies are being presented for the Board’s review and approval process. The
policies are as follows:

Board Policy #4160: Personnel – Professional and Support – Employment Complaints Discrimination

Board Policy #6162: Instruction – Elementary and Secondary – School Volunteers
[Note: Changes to the amended policies are indicated in the following manner: additions in
italics and bold; deletions with a strikethrough.]
Date Prepared: 10/7/2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
4160
PERSONNEL
Reference: Board Policy #4316 and
Administrative Regulation #4160
Professional and Support
Employment Complaints – Discrimination
The North Penn School District is an equal opportunity employer. The board prohibits unlawful
discrimination against and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants on the basis
of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, marital status,
pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, [or] sexual
orientation or any other characteristic protected by law, at any district site and/or activity.
The board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee who files a complaint or
testifies in the complaint process.
Any district employee who engages in unlawful discrimination or harassment shall be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Any district employee who permits unlawful discrimination or harassment may be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including termination. A district employee shall be deemed to have
permitted unlawful discrimination or harassment if he/she fails to report an observed incident of
discrimination and/or harassment, whether or not the victim complains.
The superintendent or designee shall regularly publicize, within the district and in the
community, the district’s nondiscrimination policy and the availability of complaint procedures.
The board designates the following position as District Compliance Officer:
[Manager]Director of Human Resources
North Penn School District
Human Resources Department
401 E. Hancock Street
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
Phone: (215) 853-1040
Email: complianceofficer-hr@npenn.org
An employee may, in addition to filing a discrimination complaint with the district, file a complaint
with either the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Pennsylvania Human
Relations Commission (PHRC).
To file a valid complaint directly with EEOC and/or PHRC, the employee must file his/her
complaint within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory act(s).
Policy:
Adopted: October 23, 2008
Amended: November 19, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
6162(a)
INSTRUCTION
Reference: Administrative Regulation #4160
Elementary and Secondary
School Volunteers
The board recognizes that community volunteers can make valuable contributions to the
educational program. The use of community volunteers is endorsed by the board, subject to
legal requirements and administrative procedures.
The board authorizes the selection and use of parents, community members, and others as
volunteers to assist and supplement regular district staff. The board defines a North Penn
School District Volunteer as an adult individual who provides a service to students, staff or
school/district operations without compensation. Examples of volunteer activities include
chaperoning field trips, assisting at classroom or school events, reading in classrooms, shelving
books in the library and office support with photocopying.
A volunteer is not considered an employee of the school district. A volunteer shall receive no
wages or other consideration which has a monetary value for the performance of volunteer
services. The volunteer position is not a right, but rather a privilege that is conferred by the
board and the administration. As such, any volunteer position or volunteer may be eliminated at
any time.
Volunteers do not assume the responsibilities of school district staff but may, under the direction
of the school principal(s), teachers, or coaches, provide assistance in an approved and
appropriate school level activity such as tutoring, demonstrating, chaperoning, monitoring,
speaking, reading, athletic activities and similarly appropriate activities.
Volunteers shall report all incidents of suspected child abuse in accordance with board
policy and administrative regulations.
Clearance/Certification Requirements
Effective immediately, [new volunteers] a North Penn School District Volunteer who will be
responsible for a child’s welfare or will have direct volunteer contact with children on a
regular and repeated basis must submit the following clearances/certifications to the district
for review prior to commencing or continuing his/her [their] volunteer service:
•
PA Child Abuse History Clearance;
•
PA State Police Criminal Background Check; and
•
Either a North Penn School District Volunteer Affirmation or a Report of Federal Criminal
History Record (fingerprinting)
A prospective North Penn School District Volunteer who will have direct contact with
students for ten (10) or more hours per week is also required to submit the results of a
tuberculin (TB) skin test prior to beginning volunteer service.
CONTINUED
6162(b)
When the district, in its sole discretion and in accordance with law, determines that the
nature of a volunteer position requires that an applicant for that position must submit
[Upon review of the submitted] clearance/certification materials, the district will make a
determination as to whether the applicant [an individual] is properly qualified to serve[ as a
volunteer].
Volunteers who are required to [must] obtain and submit [updated]
clearances/certifications must provide updated clearances/certifications to the district
every [36] 60 months.
[Effective July 1, 2015, the only individuals who will be authorized to serve as volunteers
are those whose background clearances have been submitted, reviewed and approved
by the district and anyone who has been approved by the superintendent to serve as a
Provisional Volunteer.]
Provisional Volunteers
The board authorizes the superintendent to approve, on a case-by-case basis, individuals to
serve as provisional volunteers without requiring them to submit background clearances
pursuant to this Policy. However, the superintendent may only approve provisional volunteers
to the extent permitted by law.[ An individual may not be approved as a provisional
volunteer if that individual’s service as a volunteer will include being responsible for the
welfare of a child, providing for the care, supervision, guidance or control of children or
having routine interaction with children.] Provisional volunteers who enter a district school
as part of their volunteer service shall be required to submit to all security protocols required of
other school visitors and shall be accompanied by district staff at all times.
Policy:
Adopted: October 18, 1971
Amended:
July 15, 1976
Reviewed: September 19, 1991
Amended:
March 19, 2015
Amended: November 19, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: __73-15____
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SUBJECT: Amended Board Policies
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE: Education/Community/Policy Committee
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of amended Board Policy #5111: Students
– Attendance – Age of Entrance.
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BACKGROUND:
An amended policy is being presented for the Board’s review and approval process. The policy
is as follows:

Board Policy #5111: Students – Attendance – Age of Entrance
[Note: Changes to the amended policies are indicated in the following manner: additions in
italics and bold; deletions with a strikethrough.]
Date Prepared: 11/5/2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
School Board Policy
5111(a)
Students
Reference: Board Policy #5117
Attendance
Age of Entrance
Admission into Kindergarten [and Grade 1]
Beginning with the 2017-18 school year, in order to be admitted to kindergarten,
children must have attained the age of five years by September 1. Admittance shall
take place during the first two weeks of the school term and thereafter at the
discretion of the superintendent or his/her designee.
[The age of 5 years or more on or before September 15 shall be the entrance age for
children beginning kindergarten in the North Penn School District.]
[The age of 6 years or more on or before September 15 shall be the entrance age for
children beginning first grade in the North Penn School District.]
Admission into Grade 1
Beginning with the 2017-18 school year, in order to be admitted to first grade,
children must have attained the age of six years by September 1. Admittance shall
take place during the first two weeks of the school term and thereafter at the
discretion of the superintendent or his/her designee.
Exceptions:
(1) Children who have attained the age of eight years shall be immediately
admitted regardless of when during the school term they seek to enroll.
(2) Children who have successfully completed a full-year of kindergarten in a
program approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, or a similar
entity, shall be admitted to first grade during the first two weeks of the school
term, or thereafter at the discretion of the superintendent or his/her designee,
even if they have not attained the age of six years by September 1.
(3) Children who begin the school term in another school entity’s first grade class
and then subsequently move into the district shall be immediately admitted to the
district even if they had not attained the age of six years by September 1, with the
exception that such children shall not be admitted if the superintendent or his/her
designee believes that their parents/guardians are attempting to intentionally
circumvent this policy.
[Provisions for Exceptions
Exceptions to this policy will be considered individually and only if the student
transfers during the school year into the district from a certified, state-approved
program in which the student both has been enrolled and has been in attendance.
5111(b)
Students relocating to the North Penn School District from a school outside of the
United States must meet the district’s age requirement and will be placed after age
eligibility has been determined and school records have been reviewed.
Proof of school enrollment and school attendance will be required upon registration
in the district.
There will be no provisions made to test students for early admission whose
chronological age is less than 5 years of age on or before September 15 for
kindergarten or whose chronological age is less than 6 years of age on or before
September 15 for grade 1.]
Policy:
Adopted:
Amended:
Amended:
Amended:
Amended:
Amended:
Amended:
Amended:
Reviewed:
Reviewed:
Amended:
March 20, 1975
October 18, 1984
October 15, 1987
January 16, 1989
January 18, 1990
May 13, 1993
March 16, 2000
March 17, 2005
June 22, 2006
November 15, 2007
December 17, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 74-15
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SUBJECT: 2015-16 ASSIGNMENTS - EXTRA DUTY
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE:
Board Leadership
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of additions and changes to extra duty assignments for
the 2015-16 school year.
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BACKGROUND:
GROUP
EXPERIENCE
SALARY
FROM: John Buckner, Drama Stage Design
TO: Christopher Young, Drama Stage Design
2
D
$ 2, 667.00
FROM: Jeff Childs, Assistant Coach, Boys
Basketball – 7/8
TO: Bob Rosenberger, Assistant Coach, Boys
Basketball – 7/8
2
C
$ 2, 448.00
FROM: Marty Bauer, Assistant Coach, Wrestling –
7/8
TO: Chris Lucas, Assistant Coach, Wrestling – 7/8
2
A
$ 2, 014.00
CHANGES
NPHS
PD
PB
DATE PREPARED:
11/6/2015
INTRAMURALS
NPHS
Debra Buckner, NPHS Theatre Fall Show: CoDirector & Choreographer
Jim Overholtzer, NPHS Theatre Fall Show: Lighting
Designer
Ken Gerges, NPHS Theatre Fall Show: Assistant
Tech Director
Sally Kauffman, NPHS Theatre Fall Show: House
Manager & Ticket Assistant
Sally Kauffman, NPHS Theatre Spring Musical:
House Manager
Judy McGuriman, NPHS Theatre Fall Show: Ticket
Manager
Judy McGuriman, NPHS Theatre Spring Musical:
Ticket Manager
UNITS
EXPERIENCE
STIPEND
5.0
6+
$1,165.00
3.0
6+
$ 699.00
3.0
6+
$ 699.00
2.5
3
$ 557.50
2.5
4
$ 570.00
1.5
4
$ 342.00
2.5
4
$ 570.00
GN
Kathy Henderson, Jump Rope Club
Kim Cusano, Safety Patrol
Annette Sailer, Safety Patrol
Annette Sailer, Student Council
Julie Szuchan, Student Council
Collene Brown, Math 24 Club
Malissa DiFrancesco, Math 24 Club
Kathy Henderson, March Madness
0.50
0.75
0.75
0.75
0.75
1.0
1.0
1.5
6+
6+
0
6+
6+
0
0
6+
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
116.50
174.75
157.50
174.75
174.75
210.00
210.00
349.50
GS
Stephanie Brecht, Student Council
Christie Vilsmeier, Student Council
Susan Marks, TV Club
Stephanie Brecht, TV Club
David Rein, March Madness
Debra Buckner, March Madness
Debra Buckner, Volleyball
Christie Vilsmeier, Volleyball
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
3
1
5
3
6+
6+
6+
1
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
111.50
105.00
114.00
111.50
116.50
116.50
116.50
105.00
Jennifer Ball, March Madness
Barbara McNamara, Safety Patrol
Kimberly Bainbridge, Student Council
Lori Ann Keenan, Reading Olympics
Sunny Blansett, Math 24
Ashley Pope, TV Club
Casey Scullin, TV Club
Kimberly Bainbridge, Girls Friendship Group
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
1.0
1
1
3
6+
5
0
2
1
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
210.00
210.00
223.00
233.00
228.00
105.00
111.50
210.00
Terri Klein, Student Council
Carolyn Powers, Student Council
Kim Kenworthy, Student Council
Brynn Hoffman, Reading Olympics
Mary Jo Dooling, Reading Olympics
Jill Martin, Safety Patrol
Diane Kozeniewski, Safety Patrol
Bridget Welch, March Madness
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
6+
6+
6+
4
4
6+
1
6+
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
233.00
233.00
233.00
228.00
228.00
116.50
105.00
116.50
Jessica Klein, Reading Olympics
Lisa Morelli, Math 24 Club
Wendy Kornstein, Math 24 Club
Jeff Eshleman, March Madness
Jeff Eshleman, Safety Patrol
Gia Adornetto, Girls on the Run
Betty Haslip, Girls on the Run
Kristen Wieland, Girls on the Run
Toby Sterling, Girls on the Run
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
6+
6+
0
6+
6+
1
1
1
1
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
233.00
116.50
105.00
116.50
116.50
105.00
105.00
105.00
105.00
Hatfield
Inglewood
Montgomery
INTRAMURALS
UNITS
EXPERIENCE
David Yeum, March Madness
Todd Prisco, March Madness
Chris Calhoun, Student Council
Michelle Schwartz, Student Council
Jerry Moore, Culture Club
Irene Pronczak, Culture Club
David Yeum, Culture Club
John Brehm, Math 24 Club
Maria White, Reading Olympics
Janelle Catto, Home & School Liaison
0.5
0.5
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
0.5
1
6+
6+
6+
3
2
0
3
6+
1
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
105.00
116.50
233.00
233.00
111.50
111.50
111.50
111.50
233.00
105.00
OP
Amy Walter, EnAct Club
Jennifer Sweeney, EnAct Club
Tina Zisk, Reading Olympics
Jennifer Loving, Reading Olympics
2.0
1.5
2.0
1.5
6+
6+
4
1
$
$
$
$
466.00
349.50
456.00
315.00
WF
Fred Irvin, March Madness
Tess Gleim, Reading Olympics
Pat Koontz, Reading Olympics
Kim Blauvelt, Reading Olympics
Lynda Ramage, Reading Olympics
Nicole Manzi, Reading Olympics
Stephanie Wolf, Reading Olympics
Andrew Rodriguez, Student Council
Martha Toll, Chess Club
Abby Mazzoni, Student Council
Lori Dancer, Math 24 Club
Beth Reehling, Math 24 Club
0.5
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
6+
6+
6+
6+
6+
4
0
6+
2
2
6+
6+
$ 116.50
$ 233.00
$ 233.00
$ 116.50
$ 116.50
$ 114.00
$ 105.00
$ 116.50
$ 111.50
$ 111.50
$ 116.50
$ 116.50
Samantha Hesselton, Student Council
Steve Martin, Student Council
Rachel Burg, Student Council
Rebecca Murray, Student Council
Chaya Stark, Student Council
Dianne Miok, Reading Olympics
Kristie Bryan, Reading Olymics
Aisha Weston, Cultural Club
Stephanie Levitt, Cultural Club
Joy Jacobson, Continental Math
Jason Melchior, March Madness
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
6+
5
6+
5
0
1
1
6+
1
6+
6+
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Dan Minger, Ski Club
Dan Rauscher, Chess Club
2.0
3.0
0
0
$ 420.00
$ 620.00
Nash
York
PD
STIPEND
233.00
228.00
233.00
114.00
105.00
105.00
105.00
116.50
105.00
116.50
116.50
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: ____75-15___
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SUBJECT: 2016-17 School Calendar
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY:
Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE:
Education/Community/Policy
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of the 2016-17 school calendar.
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BACKGROUND:
The proposed school calendar for the 2016-17 school year is comprised of 180 student days and 191 teacher days. The
180 student days are consistent with past practice. The 191 teacher days comply with the current NPEA contract.
Students will begin school on August 30, 2016. Beginning school the week prior to Labor Day will allow for more
instruction days to prepare students for state assessments.
Teacher contract days are determined by adding eleven (11) in-service days to the number of student days for a total of
191 teacher contract days (180 + 11 = 191).
In order to make-up snow days, in-service or vacation days will be eliminated in the following order: April 12,
February 20, March 27, April 13, April 17, May 16, and June 9, 2017. Decisions regarding make-up days will
be communicated as soon as possible.
DATE PREPARED: 11/10/2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
2016-17 SCHOOL CALENDAR
AUGUST
T
W
M
(29)
30
R
F
(25)(26)
31
-12
19
26
Aug 25,26,29 In-Service
Aug 30 – First Day of
School
NOVEMBER
T
W
R
1
2
3
(7) (8) 9 10
14 15 16 17
21 22 -- -28 29 30
M
F
4
11
18
--
Nov.7-8 In-Service
Nov. 23-25 Schools Closed
M
6
13
-27
FEBRUARY
T
W
R
1
2
7
8
9
14 15 16
21 22 23
28
F
3
10
17
24
Feb. 20 – Schools Closed
MAY
M
T
W
1
2
3
8
9 10
15 (16) 17
22 23 24
-- 30 31
M
R
4
11
18
25
F
5
12
19
26
May 16 – In-Service
May 29 – School Closed
SEPTEMBER
T
W
R
1
6
7
8
13 14 15
20 21 22
27 28 29
F
-9
16
23
30
Sep. 2, 5 – Schools Closed
M
5
12
19
--
DECEMBER
T
W
R
1
6 7
8
13 14 15
20 21 22
-- -- --
F
2
9
16
23
--
Dec. 26-31 Schools
Closed
MARCH
T
W
1
6
7
8
13 14 15
20 21 22
(27) 28 29
M
R
2
9
16
23
30
F
3
10
17
24
31
March 27 – In-Service
M
JUNE
T
W
5
6
7
(12)(13) 14
19 20 21
26 27 28
R
1
8
15
22
29
M
-10
17
24
31
OCTOBER
T
W
R
4
5
6
11 -- 13
18 19 20
25 26 27
F
7
14
21
28
Oct. 3 – Schools Closed
Oct. 12 – Schools Closed
M
2
9
-23
30
JANUARY
T
W
R
3
4
5
10 11 12
17 18 19
24 25 26
31
F
6
13
20
27
Jan. 16 – Schools Closed
M
3
10
-24
APRIL
T
W
R
4
5
6
11 (12) -18 19 20
25 26 27
F
7
-21
28
Apr. 12 – In-service
Apr. 13,14,&17 - Schools
Closed
F
2
(9)
16
23
30
June 8 - Last Day for Students
June 9, 12, 13 - In-service Days
June 13 - Last Day For Teachers
Days in School
Student
Teacher
August
2
5
September
20
20
October
19
19
November
17
19
December
17
17
January
21
21
February
March
April
May
June
Student
19
22
16
21
6
180
Teacher
19
23
17
22
9
191
Grade 7 and Grade 10 Student Orientation occurs on August 29. Snow make-up days occur in this order: April 12, February 20,
March 27, April 13, April 17, May 16, June 9, 2017. Any additional teacher days that need to be made up are added to the end
of the school year.
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: __76-15____
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SUBJECT: 2016-17 Program of Studies Changes – Grades 7-8
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE: Education/Community/ Policy
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval of changes to the program of studies for grades 7 and 8 for the
2016-17 academic year.
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BACKGROUND:
See attached.
DATE PREPARED: 11/6/15
Updated October 27, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446
PROGRAM OF STUDIES 2016/17 – GRADES 7-8
COURSES TO BE ADDED
MATHEMATICS
Pre-Algebra 7 – 6.0 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #2076
Rationale: The current Math 7 curriculum and the newly adopted Grade 6 Math curriculum address the same PA Core
th
Mathematics standards as articulated in the vertical alignment performed by the 7 grade math teachers. The Pre-Algebra course
th
would prepare a greater percentage of students for Algebra 1 in 8 grade.
Course Description: This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra 1. Major topics include rational numbers, exponents,
functions, linear equations and systems of linear equations, scatterplots, angles, congruence and similarity. Most students
enrolled in this course will continue into Algebra 1 in eighth grade.
READING
Strategic Literacy Explorations - Level 1 (full year, 12 per/cycle)
Course 4085A
Rationale: This course currently exists for Grade 7 students and will be expanded to Grade 8 for those students who continue to
need tiered reading intervention.
Course Description: This course will provide targeted, systematic instruction of comprehension strategies and skills for developing
reading independence. Targeted literacy skills including comprehension, vocabulary, word study, and writing will be addressed
through the use of technology, direct instruction and the use of both literature and informational text. A variety of complex texts
will provide the opportunity for close reading, critical analysis, and constructed response. The various modes of writing, along with
the writing process, will also be taught. Students in Strategic Literacy Level 1 and Level 2 may be combined in the same classroom
since the program will be differentiated to meet the varied needs of learners.
Strategic Literacy Explorations - Level 2 (full year, 12 per/cycle)
Course 4085B
Rationale: This course currently exists for Grade 7 students and will be expanded to Grade 8 for those students who continue to
need tiered reading intervention.
Course Description: This course will provide targeted, systematic instruction for comprehension strategies and skills for
developing reading independence. Targeted literacy skills including comprehension, vocabulary, word study, and writing will be
addressed through the use of technology, direct instruction and the use of both literature and informational text. Instruction will
focus on the foundational skills for reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding/encoding) in addition to comprehension,
vocabulary and writing. A variety of challenging texts will provide the opportunity to apply these skills to critical analysis and
response. The various modes of writing, along with the writing process, will also be taught. Students in Strategic Literacy Level 1
and Level 2 may be combined in the same classroom since the program will be differentiated to meet the varied needs of learners.
COURSES TO BE DROPPED
Math 7- 6.0 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #2076
Rationale: Grade 7 students will take Pre-Algebra 6.0.
Math 7- 5.0 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #2075
Rationale: Grade 7 students will take Pre-Algebra 5.0.
Mathematics 7 Extended (Full year, 8 per/cycle) Level 5.0 Extended
Course #2075E
Updated October 27, 2015
Rationale: As a result of the vertical alignment completed for math courses across grades 6, 7 and 8, the extra periods are not
deemed necessary to successfully deliver the PA Core Mathematics standards.
Pre-Algebra 8 – 5.0 Math Extended (Full year, 8 per/cycle) Level 5.0 Extended
Course #2085E
Rationale: As a result of the vertical alignment completed for math courses across grades 6, 7 and 8, the extra periods are not
deemed necessary to successfully deliver the PA Core Mathematics standards.
COURSES TO BE MODIFIED
MATH
Mathematics 7 Strategic (Full year, 8 per/cycle) Level 5.0 Strategic
CHANGE TO
Pre-Algebra – 5.0 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #2075MS
Course #2075
Rationale: The current Math 7 Strategic curriculum will be modified to reflect the vertical alignment completed for math courses
across grades 6, 7 and 8. Modifications will focus on instructional practices that address the needs of students who require
additional support while learning the grade level math standards.
Course Description: This course will provide targeted, systematic instruction of Pre-Algebra concepts that focuses on rebuilding
the key progressions to support students with success in Algebra 1, as defined by the PA Core standards. Also, this course will
focus on providing students with additional reinforcement and scaffolding in mathematics. Major topics include rational numbers,
ratios and proportions, equalities, inequalities, two and three dimensional geometry, statistics, probability and applications. Gaps
in students’ skills will be addressed through the use of direct instruction, personalized learning and collaborative learning.
Pre-Algebra 8 – 5.0 Math Strategic (Full year, 8 per/cycle)
CHANGE TO
Algebraic Concepts (Full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #2085MS
Course #2085T for 16-17
Course #2085 for 17-18
Rationale: The current Pre-Algebra 8 Math Strategic curriculum will be modified to reflect the vertical alignment completed for
math courses across grades 6, 7 and 8. Modifications will focus on instructional practices that address the needs of students who
require additional support while learning the grade level math standards.
Course Description: This course will provide targeted, systematic instruction of Algebraic concepts that focuses on rebuilding the
key progressions for students who continue to need additional support for success in Algebra 1, as defined by the PA Core
standards. Major topics include rational numbers, exponents, functions, linear equations and systems of linear equations,
scatterplots, angles, congruence and similarity. Gaps in students’ skills will be addressed through the use of direct instruction,
personalized learning and collaborative learning.
READING
Reading 8 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
CHANGE TO
Literacy Explorations 8 (full year, 6 per/cycle)
Course #4085
Course #4085
Rationale: This course currently exists for Grade 7 students and will be expanded to Grade 8 for those students who continue to
need tiered reading intervention. The course description has been updated to reflect PA Core Standards.
Course Description: This course will provide instruction for students who continue to develop competency in literacy and critical
analysis of text. Strategies and skills will be targeted through systematic instruction of comprehension, vocabulary, word study,
analysis, and writing. A variety of complex texts will provide the opportunity for close reading, critical analysis, and constructed
response. This course will be differentiated to meet the needs of all learners.
Updated October 27, 2015
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 77-15
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SUBJECT: North Penn High School Courtyard Fencing and Masonry
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Change Order GC-1 to Lobar, Inc. for the North Penn High School
Courtyard Fencing and Masonry project, at a change of contract amount of $7,299.25 for various changes
during construction.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
The following Change Order was found necessary and is recommended for approval for the
North Penn High School Courtyard Fencing and Masonry Project:
Lobar, Inc.
Change Order #GC-1
$7,299.25
The Administration has reviewed and recommends approval of this change order.
Please see attached Bonnett Architectural, Inc. summary and explanation.
Revised Contract Amount:
Original contract amount:
Previously approved change orders:
Amount of this change order GC-:
Revised contract amount:
Lobar, Inc.
$ 270,524.00
$
0.00
$
7,299.25
$ 277,823.25
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North Penn High School Courtyard Fencing and Masonry
October 21, 2015
Lobar, Inc.
Change Order No. GC-1 Summary:
COR 05 and COR 6 Gate Stops
Following installation of aluminum security gates, it was found that the self-closing gates were not closing properly. It
was determined that gates needed stop brackets with pads to prevent the gates from opening beyond the intended
angle. Stop brackets were provided in accordance with drawing SKS-2 dated 9/12/14 as issued by Elton & Thompson
PC and as reflected in Lobar, Inc. Change Requests 0005 in the amount $371.80 dated 12/19/14 for rubber padding
and 0006 dated 2/20/15 in the amount of $6,927.45 for bracket and hardware installation.
Change Order GC-1 Total:
$7,299.25
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 78-15
=============================================================================
SUBJECT: Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Change Order EC-2 to Electri-Tech, Inc. for the Hatfield Elementary
School Additions and Renovations project, at a change of contract amount of $0.00 for various changes during
construction and unused allowances.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
The following Change Order was found necessary and is recommended for approval for the
Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations Project:
Electri-Tech, Inc.
Change Order #EC-2
$0.00
The Administration has reviewed and recommends approval of this change order.
Please see attached Bonnett Architectural, Inc. summary and explanation.
Revised Contract Amount:
Original contract amount:
Previously approved change orders:
Amount of this change order EC-2:
Revised contract amount:
Electric-Tech, Inc.
$2,118,000.00
$
4,067.20
$
0.00
$2,122,067.20
These change orders plus previous change orders equate to a contract increase of 0.19%.
These changes orders equate to a total project increase of 0.78%.
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Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations
October 21, 2015
Electri-Tech, Inc.
Change Order No. EC-2 Summary:
COR E6
Credit for Verizon Materials for Fiber Ductbank
During construction coordination with Verizon, it was determined Verizon would supply their own materials to be
installed by Electri-tech, Inc. Costs for material for ductbank as documented in Electri-Tech, Inc. Change Request E6
dated 11/19/14 in the amount of a credit of $876.50.
COR E7 and E9
Additional Smoke Detector in Room 201A and B110
Added two smoke detector heads during construction in accordance with fire marshal requirements. Costs as
documented in Electri-Tech, Inc. Change Request E7 dated 6/26/15 and E9 dated 8/5/15 in the amount of $350 each for
a total of $700.00.
COR E8
Additional Motor Starter
Added motor starter to unit SF-2. Costs as documented in Electri-Tech, Inc. Change Request E8 dated 7/27/15 in the
amount of $584.35.
COR EC10
Fire Alarm Monitor for Exterior Post Indicator Valve
Added fire alarm monitor as required to monitor new exterior post indicator valve for sprinkler system. Costs as
documented in Electri-Tech, Inc. Change Request E10 dated 8/10/15 in the amount of $3,406.64.
COR EC11
Kitchen Power for Relocation of Ice Machine
Provide power for ice machine new location as required by Department of Health. Costs as documented in ElectriTech, Inc. Change Request E11 dated 8/20/15 in the amount of $722.44.
COR EC13
Relocation of Main Office Clock
Owner requested change to relocate clock in main office. Costs as documented in Electri-Tech, Inc. Change Request
E13 dated 9/21/15 in the amount of $168.61.
Change Order EC-2 Subtotal:
$4,705.54
Deletion Material Allowances to offset CO EC-02 as follows:
E1 Duplex Receptacle Wiring & Assembly $3,000.00
E4 Smoke Detector Head
$700
E8 Electrician Labor
$1,005.54
E1 remaining:
E4 remaining:
E8 remaining:
Total Material Allowances Used for Change Order No. EC-2:
Total Electrical Contractor Material Allowance Balance:
Change Order EC-2 Total:
$0
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$0
$1,050
$3,024.06
$4,705.54
$27,014.06
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 79-15
=============================================================================
SUBJECT: Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Change Order GC-9 to Lobar, Inc. for the Hatfield Elementary School
Additions and Renovations project, at a change of contract amount of $0.00 for various changes during
construction and unused allowances.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
The following Change Order was found necessary and is recommended for approval for the
Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations Project:
Lobar, Inc.
Change Order #GC-9
$0.00
The Administration has reviewed and recommends approval of this change order.
Please see attached Bonnett Architectural, Inc. summary and explanation.
Revised Contract Amount:
Original contract amount:
Previously approved change orders:
Amount of this change order GC-9:
Revised contract amount:
Lobar, Inc.
$7,441,000.00
$ 106,128.62
$
0.00
$7,547,128.62
These change orders plus previous change orders equate to a contract increase of 1.43%.
These changes orders equate to a total project increase of 0.78%.
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Hatfield Elementary School Additions and Renovations
October 21, 2015
Lobar, Inc.
Change Order No. GC-9 Summary:
COR 10
Boiler Room Masonry Repairs
During course of demolition work in the boiler room, existing concrete masonry block was uncovered that required
repairs. Costs for labor and material to repair existing walls as documented in Lobar, Inc. Change Request 10 dated
12/19/14 in the amount of $265.40.
COR 13
Slate Window Sill Leveling
In preparation for new window sills at existing window locations, it was discovered that the existing window openings at
the sill were not level and required substantial repair work. Costs for labor and material to level existing window sills as
documented in Lobar, Inc. Change Request 13 dated 2/19/15 in the amount of $2,673.40.
COR 36.1
Kitchen Equipment Modifications
Owner requested changes to provide wheel casters on cashier stations, switch mobile tray carts for different model and
modify the ice cream storage unit to accommodate student access. Costs for labor and material as documented in Lobar,
Inc. Change Request 36.1 dated 10/8/15 in the amount of $908.50.
COR 41
Kitchen Overhead Door Key Switch
Owner requested change to provide key switch operation for overhead coiling door in lieu of push button operation.
Costs for labor and material as documented in Lobar, Inc. Change Request 41 dated 9/4/15 in the amount of $288.75.
Change Order GC-9 Subtotal:
$4,136.05
Deletion Material Allowances to offset CO GC-09 as follows:
G13a Carpenter Labor
G13b Ceiling Tile Type 1
G13b Ceiling Tile Type 4
$3,651.20
$450.00
$34.85
G13a remaining: $0
G13b remaining: $0
G13c remaining: $115.15
Total Material Allowances Used for Change Order No. GC-9:
Total General Contractor Material Allowance Balance:
Change Order GC-9 Total:
$0
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$4,136.05
$32,666.93
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 80-15
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SUBJECT: Main Entrance Renovations at Various Schools (Secured Entrance Project)
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Change Order GC-2 to Center Pointe Contracting, Inc. for the
Renovations to the Main Entrances at Various Schools (Secured Entrance) project, at a change of contract
amount of $11,035.00 for various changes required during the course of construction.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
The following Change Order was found necessary and is recommended for approval for the
Renovations to the Main Entrances at Various Schools (Secured Entrance) project:
Center Point Contracting, Inc.
Change Order #GC-2
The Administration has reviewed and recommends approval of this change order.
Please see attached Bonnett Architectural, Inc. summary and explanation.
Revised Contract Amount:
Center Pointe Contracting, Inc.
Original contract amount:
$ 524,000.00
Previously approved change orders:
$
6,980.09
Amount of this change order GC-2:
$ 11,035.00
Revised contract amount:
$ 542,015.09
These change orders plus previous change orders equate to a contract increase of 3.3%.
These changes orders equate to a total project increase of 1.9%.
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$11,035.00
North Penn School District Main Entrance Renovations at Various Schools
October 21, 2015
Centre Point Contracting, Inc.
Change Order No. GC-2 Summary:
COR 05
Knapp Elementary School Concrete Curb Replacement
COR 02
Transaction Window Modification
Owner requested change to remove and replace approximately 135 linear feet of existing deteriorated concrete curbs
in front of the school. Costs as reflected in Centre Point Contracting, Inc. Change Request 0005 dated 8/11/15 in the
amount of $7,785.00
During construction, the transaction window size was modified at Bridle Path Elementary School, Gwynedd Square
Elementary School and Walton Farm Elementary School. Costs as reflected in Centre Point Contracting, Inc. Change
Request 0006 dated 10/16/15 in the amount of $3,250.00
Change Order GC-2 Total:
$11,035.00
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: _81-15______
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SUBJECT: Montgomery Elementary Renovations and Additions Project Civil Engineering Services
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY:
Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE:
Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of a professional contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers to provide civil
engineering services on the Montgomery Elementary Renovations and Additions project.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
It is the Administrations recommendation to contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers for the
Civil Engineering and Land Planning portions of the Montgomery Elementary Renovations and Additions
project. In the past the Civil Engineering was a pass through expense by Bonnett Associates. The
Administration would prefer that this contract be directly with North Penn in lieu of a pass through expense.
Remington & Vernick Engineer’s services commenced in the summer with a topographic survey of the
property and will continue through the final completion of the project.
Topographic outbound survey fee:
$15,848.00
Civil Engineering Design and Land Planning services fee: $76,935.00
Total fee:
$92,783.00
It is the recommendation of the Administration that the subject agreement with Remington & Vernick be
approved.
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 82-15
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SUBJECT: Energy (Natural Gas) Transaction Confirmation
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Tom Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend ratification of the natural gas transaction with Direct Energy Business for natural gas
supply for all current North Penn School District accounts, as listed.
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BACKGROUND:
On October 16, 2015 natural gas supply was locked with Direct Energy Business for the quantities and months
listed below:
Natural Gas Procurement

50% of the natural gas for winter 2015/2016 – November 2015 to March 2016 at $2.73/MMBTU
The Administration and the Support Services Committee have reviewed and recommend ratification of
these transactions.
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 83-15
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SUBJECT: Energy (Electricity) Transaction Confirmation
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Tom Schneider
COMMITTEE: Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend ratification of the electricity transaction with Direct Energy Business for electricity
supply for all current North Penn School District accounts, as listed.
=============================================================================
BACKGROUND:
On October 16, 2015 electricity supply was locked with Direct Energy Business for the quantities and months
listed below:
Electricity Procurement

50% of the electricity for winter 2015/20016 – November 2015 to March 2016 at $0.0526/kWh
The Administration and the Support Services Committee have reviewed and recommend ratification of
these transactions.
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: _84-15______
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SUBJECT: North Penn High School Artificial Turf Replacement Design Services
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY:
Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE:
Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of a professional contract with Architerra PC to provide artificial turf design
services for the replacement of the artificial turf at the North Penn High School.
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BACKGROUND:
It is the Administrations recommendation to contract with Architerra PC to provide design services for
the replacement of the artificial turf at the North Penn High School. Seven responses to a request for proposal
were received on October 16th. On November 9th Mr. Skrocki, Mr. Bartle, and Mr. Schneider conducted
interviews with 5 of the seven professionals. Architerra PC is recommended to provide the design services.
Architerra PC is a local firm located in Coopersburg and is comprised Landscape Architects, Land
Planners, and Site Designers. Architerra PC primarily designs and plans athletic facilities and sports fields,
both natural and artificial turf. They have excellent qualifications, extensive experience and offered the lowest
fee of $13,417.00.
It is the recommendation of the Administration that the subject agreement with Architerra PC be approved.
Following is the listing of firms and fees received:
Firm
Architerra PC
AEM Architects
Remington & Vernick
JTSA Sports
ELA Sports
K&W
Barry Isett & Associates
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Fee
13,417.00
19,500.00
21,084.00
24,800.00
26,000.00
36,590.00
47,240.00
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NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: __85-15_____
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SUBJECT: District Wide Environmental Services Consultant
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY:
Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE:
Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Environmental Control Systems, Inc. to act as North Penn’s AHERA
Designated Person and manage all environmental compliance for the period of November 2015 through June
30, 2018.
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BACKGROUND:
A Request for Proposal (RFP), for professional services, was developed for environmental services to assist
North Penn with compliance of:
• AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act) compliance
• Required personnel training on AHERA, Right-to-Know, Class C UST operator, and Bloodbourne
Pathogens
• Development and management of District Wide Right-to-Know and chemical hygiene plans
• Underground storage tank management
• Assist in the hazardous materials remediation and planning for renovation projects
Six responses to the RFP were received on Tuesday, October 20th and reviewed. On November 10th and 12th
interviews were conducted with five firms. The final and unanimous consensus was to recommend
Environmental Control Systems, Inc. to serve as the North Penn’s AHERA Designated Person and
environmental consultant. Environmental Control Systems, Inc. only provides services to school districts and
has over 30 years’ experience serving as environmental consultants in Pennsylvania.
The hourly fees varied greatly with Environmental Control Systems, Inc. fees being one of the lowest or lowest
of all responders.
The Administration recommends approval of Environmental Control Systems, Inc. to act as North Penn’s
AHERA Designated Person and manage all environmental compliance for the period of November 2015
through June 30, 2018 in accordance with the attached document.
Environmental Control Systems, Inc.
Environmental Engineers and Management Consultants
October 20, 2015
Mr. Tom Schneider
Director of Facilities & Operations
North Penn School District
630 West 8th Avenue
Lansdale, PA 19446
Re:
“AHERA” Designated Person – Environmental Engineering Consultant Contract
Dear Mr. Schneider:
Environmental Control Systems, Inc. proposes to render professional engineering, environmental management
consulting, and asbestos control services in connection with your “AHERA Management Plan”.
According to EPA 40 CFR Part 763, a school district must “designate” a person to ensure that requirements
under this section are properly implemented.
AHERA “Designated Person” - Environmental Control Systems, Inc. is prepared to act as “LEA’s (Local
Education Authority) Designated Person and Environmental Consultant.
The Designated Person
responsibilities include:
•
•
•
•
•
Provide Three (3) Year Re-inspections.
Periodic six (6) month re-inspections of all friable and non-friable asbestos contained building material
(ACBM) in all applicable school district facilities.
Provide two (2) hour awareness training for all applicable maintenance and custodial personnel if
requested.
Audit and AHERA record keeping activities within the school district facilities.
Ensure that each facility’s management plan is available for review by all parents, teachers, and
employee organizations.
All items above will be logged into the management plan by an accredited inspector on a time and material
basis. In addition, we will provide professional services to develop, design, and implement management of all
environmental programs/projects throughout the district including but not limited to: AHERA, Indoor Air
Quality, Lead Testing, Labor and Industry Pennsafe Right to Know Program, Chemical Hygiene Plans,
Underground and Aboveground Storage Tanks and Radon Testing.
Mr. Tom Schneider
950 Sussex Boulevard, Broomall, PA 19008
Ph: 610-328-2880 • Fax: 610-328-9819
www.ecsinfo.net • ecs_pa@hotmail.com
Environmental Control Systems, Inc.
Environmental Engineers and Management Consultants
October 20, 2015
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We will respond, and manage all environmental issues on an as needed, when needed basis and will provide
technical assistance in planning capital improvement projects.
If requested, we will assist in the maintenance of the environmental health and safety of the North Penn School
District and certify that all critical information regarding the school districts environmental program will be
held in the highest regard of confidentiality.
We would ask you to retain us for a period through June 30, 2018 or as extended by written addendum to
this contract. Professional fees for services rendered as listed in the above responsibilities will be invoiced at
the current rate to task schedule attached as “Exhibit A”.
Mr. Schneider, thank you for this opportunity to provide our professional services. We look forward to working
with you in the immediate future.
Respectfully submitted,
Environmental Control Systems, Inc.
AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED
North Penn School District
Barbara B. Lippmann.
President
By:__________________________
Title_________________________
Date:_________________________
Enclosure:
950 Sussex Boulevard, Broomall, PA 19008
Ph: 610-328-2880 • Fax: 610-328-9819
www.ecsinfo.net • ecs_pa@hotmail.com
Environmental Control Systems, Inc.
Environmental Engineers and Management Consultants
EXHIBIT “A”
FEE SCHEDULE – North Penn School District
Updated October 20, 2015
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC.
MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING
MANAGEMENT TRAINING
Fee schedule for our personnel licensed and certified in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware:
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
Professional Engineer - NSPE
Professional Geologist - PG
Asbestos Project Inspector - API
Asbestos Safety Technician - AST
Building Inspector/Manager Planner
Industrial Hygienist
Project Manager/Management Consultant
Air Sampling Technician
Environmental Scientist
Training
Admin/Data Entry/Computer Tech.
$115.00/hour
$112.00/hour
$65.00/hour
$65.00/hour
$85.00 - $110.00/hour
$65.00/hour
$90.00- $110.00/hour
$85.00/hour
$80.00/hour
$500.00/$1,595.00/day
$45.00/hour
950 Sussex Boulevard, Broomall, PA 19008
Ph: 610-328-2880 • Fax: 610-328-9819
www.ecsinfo.net • ecs_pa@hotmail.com
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: 86-15_______
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SUBJECT: Montgomery Township – Consultant Escrow Fee Agreement
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY:
Thomas Schneider
COMMITTEE:
Support Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of the Montgomery Township, Department of Planning and Zoning, Consultant
Escrow Fee Agreement to cover expenses for the review and inspections of the Montgomery Elementary
Renovations and Additions project.
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BACKGROUND:
Montgomery Township requires North Penn School District to sign a Consultant Escrow Fee Agreement to
cover the Township’s expenses for the review of the project prior to bidding and inspections during
construction.
The Administration recommends approval of the Montgomery Township Consultant Escrow Fee Agreement.
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING
1001 STUMP ROAD, MONTGOMERYVILLE, PA 18936-9605
Telephone: 215-393-6920 - Fax: 215-855-1498
www.montgomerytwp.org
CONSULTANT ESCROW FEE AGREEMENT
_______________________________________________________________________
Name of Subdivision/Land Development/Project
_______________________________________________________________________
Location of Subdivision/Land Development/Project
_______________________________________________________________________
Address
Tax Unit(s)
I ______________________________________________________________________
Name of Owner/Developer and Firm if applicable
hereby agree and acknowledge that as owner/developer I will be responsible for any fees
incurred when information provided to the Township are reviewed by the Montgomery Township
consultants, including but not limited to the following: Township Solicitor, engineer, landscape
architect, traffic engineer, street light consultant, land planner, or any other outside consultant as
deemed necessary or as may be required by law in accordance with the Township fee schedule
of Montgomery Township as amended by resolution.
The North Penn School District herewith submit initial escrow monies in the following amount
(minimum fee $1,500.00) and understand that additional funds may be needed for further site
plan and building plan reviews of a the proposed design for renovations of the Montgomery
Elementary school located at 1221 Stump Road.
$______5,000_______
______________________________________
Signature of Owner/Developer
_____________________________
Date Signed
_______________________________________________________________________
Owner/Developers Name (Please Print)
_______________________________________________________________________
Address
City
_______________________________________________________________________
State
Zip Code
______________________________
Accepted by Department Director
Telephone Number
_____________________________
Date
** NOTE: The person signing this agreement will be the individual directly accountable for
payment of the subject fees. Accordingly, if it is desired to assign this responsibility to another
party or firm, said property or the appropriate officer of said firm must execute this document.
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446-3960
INFORMATIONAL SHEETS
ITEM NUMBER: ___87-15_________
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SUBJECT: 2016-17 North Penn High School Program of Studies Changes
MONTH/YEAR PRESENTED TO BOARD: November 2015
INITIATED BY: Dr. Diane Holben
COMMITTEE: Education/Community/ Policy
RECOMMENDATION: Recommended approval of changes to the Program of Studies for Grades 9-12 for the 2016-17
academic year.
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BACKGROUND:
See attached.
DATE PREPARED: 9/24/15
NORTH PENN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Lansdale, PA 19446
PROGRAM OF STUDIES 2016-17 – GRADES 9-12
COURSES TO BE DROPPED
ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
English 11 – Level 4.0 (Juniors) (6 periods – 1.0 credit)
Course #0014TK
Rationale: This course was comprised of primarily NMTCC School students and provided the opportunity for students to take the
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English Literature Keystone Exam for the first time. Beginning in 2016-17, these students will take an English 10 course as 10
grade students where the Keystone Exam is the end-of-course assessment.
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
AP Physics - Level 6.5 (Juniors - Seniors) (8 periods – 1.3 credits)
Course #3227
Rationale: This calculus-based course was originally designed to prepare students to complete two (2) AP tests at its conclusion:
AP Physics C: Mechanics and AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism. The proposal introduced for the “2015-16 Program of
Studies” was to split this course into two courses: AP Physics C: Mechanics (2015-16) and AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
(2016-17). With the addition of the recommended AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism and the dropping of AP Physics, the
course sequence is now complete.
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
American Cultures (all levels) (6 periods – 1.0 credit)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Level 5.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Level 6.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Course #1112
Course #1114C
Course #1114
Course #1115
Course #1116
Rationale: The recommended World History course for 2016-17 for Grade 11 students replaces this course. The end result of the
social studies changes recommended in this document completes the social studies course sequence.
Topics In American Life (all levels) (6 periods – 0.5 credit)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) [Juniors and Seniors]
Level 5.0 (IFE) [Juniors and Seniors]
Level 6.0 (IFE) [Juniors and Seniors]
Course #1862
Course #1863
Course #1864
Course #1865
Course #1866
Rationale: The course America In History 3 introduced in 2015-16 as the required social studies course for Grade 10 students has
incorporated the content from Topics In American Life into its curriculum. The end result of the social studies changes
recommended in this document completes the social studies course sequence.
COURSES TO BE ADDED
AP CAPSTONE: AP Capstone is an innovative program from the College Board that equips students with the independent
research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges. It is built on the foundation
of a new, two-course high school sequence – AP Seminar and AP Research – and is designed to complement and enhance the indepth discipline-specific study provided through AP courses. The AP Capstone Diploma is awarded to students who earn scores of
3 or higher in both of the AP Capstone courses and on four additional AP Exams of their choosing. The AP Seminar and Research
Certificate is awarded to students who earn scores of 3 or higher in both of the AP Capstone course. The offering of this program
requires approval from College Board, which has been received for North Penn for 2016-17.
AP SEMINAR (6 periods/cycle and 1.0 credits)
Grades 10, 11, 12
Course #9017
Rationale: This course is the introductory course of a two-course high school sequence - AP Seminar and AP Research. North Penn
High School has been expanding and enhancing its AP program by increasing the number of AP course offerings and the number of
students enrolled in AP courses who take the AP exams. In 2014, over 1400 exams were administered while maintaining over 87%
of students earning a 3+ on these exams.
Course Description: Students will investigate real-word issues from multiple perspectives, through gathering and analyzing
information from various sources in order to develop credible and valid evidence-based arguments. Fundamental components of
this course include the exploration of different points of view and making connections across disciplines as students gain a rich
appreciation for the complexity of important issues. Students may take the AP Seminar as a stand-alone course or sequentially
enroll in both AP Capstone courses.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in one other Advanced Placement course AND enrolled in a 6.0 or above English course.
AP RESEARCH (6 periods/cycle and 1.0 credits)
Grades 11, 12
Course #9027
Rationale: This course is the second course of a two-course high school sequence - AP Seminar and AP Research. As indicated
above, North Penn High School has been expanding and enhancing its AP program by increasing the number of AP course offerings
and the number of students enrolled in AP courses who take the AP exams. This course offering would begin in 2018-19.
Course Description: In AP Research, students independently design, plan and conduct a yearlong research-based investigation on
a topic of individual interest. Students explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of the
development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4000–5000
words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product, where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Seminar.
MATHEMATICS
AP Computer Science Principles Level 6.5 (6 per/cycle – 1.0 credits)
Course #2907
Rationale: The goal of this course is to appeal to a broader range of students, particularly those often underrepresented in
computing, as current computer programming offerings focus exclusively on programming language and methodology. It will
provide an opportunity for students who ordinarily may not take an interest in programming and encourage them to explore
computing through problem solving with computing. Fundamental principles of computing, along with concepts and
computational thinking practices, will aid in improving achievement across multiple STEM careers. Due to its unique focus of
topics, students interested in various aspects beyond coding will have the opportunity to meet their needs for career and college
readiness.
Course Description: This course will introduce the central ideas of computer science, focusing on computational thinking and how
computing changes the world. The relevance of computer science and its impact on advancements in society will also be
highlighted. Designing and implementing innovative solutions using a repetitious process, students will go beyond the study of
machines and systems to investigate the innovations in other fields that computing has made possible. Multiple content areas will
be integrated as students investigate the ethical and social implications in computing. Students are required to submit two
performance tasks to College Board throughout the year as a part of their scoring for the AP Exam.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry AND either completed Algebra 2 5.0 with a B or better OR concurrently enrolled
in a level 6.0 /6.5 math course
Note: This course does not fulfill the math credit requirements for graduation.
READING DEPARTMENT
English/Strategic Literacy Level 2 (12 periods – 2.0 credits)
Course #0095B/4095B
Rationale: This course currently exists in Grades 7 and will be expanded into Grades 8 and 9.
Course Description: This course will provide targeted, systematic instruction for comprehension strategies and skills for
developing reading independence. Targeted literacy skills including comprehension, vocabulary, word study, and writing will be
addressed through the use of technology, direct instruction and the use of both literature and informational text. Instruction will
focus on the foundational skills for reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding/encoding) in addition to comprehension,
vocabulary and writing. A variety of challenging texts will provide the opportunity to apply these skills to critical analysis and
response. The various modes of writing, along with the writing process, will also be taught. Students in Strategic Literacy Level 1
and Level 2 may be combined in the same classroom since the program will be differentiated to meet the varied needs of learners.
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism (6.5 – Seniors) (7 periods – 1.15 credits)
Course #3247
Rationale: AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism is intended for students interested in pursuing future study in physics and
engineering. This course is aligned to the initial proposal of splitting the previous AP Physics course into AP Physics C: Mechanics
followed by AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, both presented from a Calculus perspective. The AP Physics C: Electricity and
Magnetism course builds upon the AP Physics C: Mechanics course by providing instruction on electrostatics, conductors,
capacitors, dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields and electromagnetism.
Course Description: This calculus-based course is designed to be the equivalent to a general physics course taken as a second
course in physics in post-secondary education setting. This course provides for advanced studies in Electricity and Magnetism
using the foundations developed in their Physics’ course on Mechanics with the intent of preparing for the “AP Electricity and
Magnetism Physics C exam” and is presented from a calculus perspective.
Prerequisite: AP Physics C: Mechanics must be completed with a minimum grade of “B”.
Physical Science (5.0) (6 per/cycle - 1.0 credits)
(Northbridge only)
Course #3095NB
Rationale: In order to mirror the Grade 9 science course offering at NPHS, this course will be assigned to ninth grade students who
participate in the Northbridge Program.
Course Description: This course combines a standards-aligned study of physics and chemistry concepts with an exploration of
laboratory and problem-solving skills. Utilizing an inquiry-based approach, students develop an understanding of topics such as
force, motion, energy, atoms, and chemical bonding. Students learn to apply process skills to reach scientific conclusions based on
data and evidence. These skills form the foundation for success in future laboratory science courses.
SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Contemporary Global Issues (6/per cycle – 0.5 credit)
[Juniors & Seniors]
Level 4.0 (IFE)
(IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE)
(IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE)
Level 5.0 (IFE)
Level 6.0 (IFE)
Course #1862
Course #1863
Course #1864
Course #1865
Course #1866
Rationale: The Contemporary Global Issues elective offers a contemporary study of world issues to broaden and deepen the
students’ understanding of world issues in historical, economic, cultural, and political contexts. Contemporary Global Issues
balances the strong American history course offerings that students are required to take. Student awareness of global issues
grounded in historical, research-based context prepares students for global citizenship. The course also meets the PA Academic
Standards for Civics and Economics: “How International Relationships Function” and “Assessing the impact of international trade.”
Course Description: A semester elective, this internationally focused course offers a relevant and balanced analysis of major
trends, issues, and challenges developing in our increasingly globalized world. Students study contemporary global conflict,
economic development, human rights, and resource management by investigating the historical foundations, impact of the United
States, and interconnectedness in the world today. Students will engage in research on contemporary global concerns.
World History (6/per cycle – 1 credit)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) (IEP required for enrollment)
Level 4.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Level 5.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Level 6.0 (IFE) [Juniors]
Course #1112
Course #1114C
Course #1114
Course #1115
Course #1116
Rationale: In 2016-2017, Grade 11 students will take World History offered at all levels. This course replaces the former World
Cultures course and completes the cycle for change in the area of social studies for Grade 11 students.
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Course Description: This required 11 grade course integrates PA Standards into a study of history and culture around the world.
The course provides opportunities for students to investigate the ways major world-wide developments such as the discovery of
the Americas, the Industrial Revolution and Imperialism have shaped the Middle East, Africa, India, China, Latin America, and
Europe. Students will also continue to develop their geography skills, to study primary and secondary source documents, and to
investigate the ways culture and events in history have shaped the country and the world in which we live.
Students in all levels engage in writing and research skills addressed in the PA Core Standards. The level 5.0/6.0 are more rigorous
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courses that requires a research paper to build 21 century skills such as critical reading, using and evaluating sources, synthesizing
information, and developing arguments.
Note: Grade 11 students who take and successfully complete AP World History or AP European History satisfy the requirement for
World History.
COURSES TO BE MODIFIED
ART
Art Major (4.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
CHANGE TO
Art Major (5.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
Course #6094
Course #6095
Rationale: Middle school offerings do not include a 4.0 level. This adjustment is recommended to attain consistency across levels
in the middle school program.
BUSINESS
Introduction to Business (4.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
CHANGE TO
Introduction to Business (5.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
Course #5594
Course #5595
Rationale: Middle school offerings do not include a 4.0 level. This adjustment is recommended to attain consistency across levels
in the middle school program.
ENGLISH
English 11 (7 periods – 1.15 credit)
CHANGE TO
English 11 (6 periods – 1.0 credit)
Course #0014
Course #0014
Rationale: This course was created as an additional support structure for students to experience success in the PSSA. With the
implementation of the English Literature Keystone Exam as a replacement for the PSSA, the extra period is no longer needed.
Students take the English Literature Keystone Exam in Grade 10.
Course Description: There is no change to the course description.
English Literacy 12 (6 periods – 0.5 credit)
CHANGE TO
English Literacy 12 (6 periods – 1.0 credit)
Course #4824
Course #0024
Rationale: This English course is intended for Seniors not yet proficient on the English Literature Keystone Exam. Seniors not
proficient on this exam must take this course as the Project Based Assessment (PBA) is embedded.
Course Description: The focus of this course will be on the PA Language Arts standards. Successful completion of the course will
fulfill the proficiency requirement for literature.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE
FCS Major (4.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
CHANGE TO
FCS Major (5.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
Course #6194
Course #6195
Rationale: Middle school offerings do not include a 4.0 level. This adjustment is recommended to attain consistency across levels
in the middle school program.
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
Applied Biology (4.0) (12 per/cycle – 2 credit)
CHANGE TO
Applied Biology (4.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
(NORTHBRIDGE ONLY)
Course #3004NBK
Course #3004NBK
Rationale: The reduction of the number of periods per cycle will bring this course into alignment with the high school’s Applied
Biology, Course #3004K.
TECHNOLOGY
Applying Technology Major (4.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
CHANGE TO
Applying Technology Major (5.0) (6 per/cycle – 1 credit)
Course #5094
Course #5095
Rationale: Middle school offerings do not include a 4.0 level. This adjustment is recommended to attain consistency across levels
in the middle school program.
Change in Graduation Requirement
Recommendation: The credit requirement for Mathematics and Science is 7 total credits with a minimum of 3 in each. Students
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not proficient in the Algebra 1 Keystone take the 7 credit in math
Rationale: The change in requirement will allow for greater flexibility for students when selecting courses in the Mathematics and
Science Departments.