In The Q
School Board Newsletter, January 5, 2023
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A message from the new Board President
Students are our future! My passion is for students to have a great experience at QCSD and to be prepared for whatever they decide to pursue. When I was in pre-school, I fondly remember my mother gifting me a music box. The music box had four students sitting at desks with a teacher instructing the class. The music box played “School Days, School Days”. I kept this music box until graduating from college. As a toddler, I would take apart items to figure them out. On occasion, my mother would ask my father if he was working on the faucet again. I eventually became a Professional Engineer and a Board Certified Engineer. I enjoy solving problems while helping others. I am committed to helping our students and continuing to improve our schools. We are preparing students with the knowledge and skills to pursue their dreams. I am amazed at the diversity of our educational curriculum and wealth of activities for College-readiness and Career-readiness.
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Dr. Harner announces his retirement
“It was an honor and a privilege to be the educational leader for the Quakertown Community School District,” he said. “The academic success of our students and the professional growth and success of our employees are my passion. Making the world a much better place one student at a time is always at the forefront of my thinking.”
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Stakeholder Superintendent Search Questionnaire
Superintendent job description.
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School Director Recognition Month
School Directors are motivated to contribute to perhaps this nation’s most vital institution, the public education of your children. They are School Board members and the job they do ensures our schools continue to provide opportunities for the success of every student.
Each January we take time to celebrate and recognize these everyday heroes – the nine elected School Board members for the challenging work they do on behalf of our students, families, employees and community. These dedicated volunteers are your neighbors, friends, community leaders, parents at your school, and engaged senior citizens.
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2023 School Board Meeting Dates
The meeting location is in the Community Room at the QCSD District Services Center, 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown.
January 12, January 26; February 9, February 23; March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8, June 22; August 10, August 24; September 14, September 28; October 12, October 26; November 9; December 7.
2023 Committee Meeting Dates
Education and Curriculum Committee
Members: Jonathan Kern, Chair; Glenn Iosue, Brian Reimers
Administrator: Dr. Lisa Hoffman, Assistant Superintendent; Janet Pelone, Director of Pupil Services; Dr. Erin Oleksa-Carter, Supervisor of Middle Level Programs; Dr. Michael Zackon, Supervisor of Secondary Programs; Dr. Bill Harner, Superintendent
2023 Meetings 6 PM, January 26, February 23, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 22, August 24, September 28, October 26.
Facilities Committee
Members: Charles Shermer, Chair; Todd Hippauf, Chris Spear
Administrators: Dr. Bill Harner, Superintendent; Rob Christine, Director of Facilities
2023 Meetings 5:15 PM, January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, August 10, September 14, and October 12.
Finance Committee
Members: Todd Hippauf, Chair; Charles Shermer, Chris Spear
Administrators: Dr. Bill Harner, Superintendent; Dawn Young, Business Administrator
2023 Meetings 5:15 PM, January 26, February 23, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 22, August 24, September 28, October 26.
Human Resources Committee
Members: Diane Richino, Chair; Ron Jackson, Michael Post; Todd Hippauf, alternate
Administrator: Nancianne Edwards, Assistant Superintendent
Meetings scheduled as needed by the Administration. Negotiation meetings are not advertised.
Members: Michael Post, Chair; Ron Jackson, Brian Reimers
Administrator: Nancianne Edwards, Assistant Superintendent
2023 Meetings, 6 PM, January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, August 10, September 14, and October 12.
Upper Bucks County Technical School Joint Operating Committee
Members: Diane Richino (term expires first week in December, 2025), Charles Shermer, (term expires first week in December, 2024) Chris Spear (term expires first week in December, 2023). Alternate: Michael Post
Meetings held the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
Bucks County Intermediate Unit
Member: Ron Jackson
Meetings held the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Education Foundation
Member: Diane Richino
PSBA Liaison
Member: Ron Jackson; Glenn Iosue, alternate
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How to view all Board meetings online
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Choir entertains school board
And a big shout-out to the singers chosen for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 11 Choir: Amoria Riendeau, Karinna Richardson, Tanner Sheridan, AJ Lightbourne, Otani Ekpe, Richard Strader, Phillip Rotzell, and Zachary Polek, first chair rank!
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New position created: Floater Teacher
Floater Teachers will have a contract and benefits like traditional teachers, but their assignments will vary day-to-day based on the needs of the school building they are assigned to and the district’s needs.
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UBCTS registration through Jan. 31
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Jobs, Jobs, Jobs in QCSD
Quakertown area families, QCSD has several openings for paraprofessionals at Quakertown Community High School. Each of these open positions comes with health insurance, additional benefits, and an additional $1 per hour stipend. It's a great opportunity to work with young people in a wonderful educational setting!
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