●**Driver's Ed Program Eliminated:** Administration confirmed the program cannot run internally due to an inability to find staff and the closure of the third-party vendor used prior to COVID.
●**Student Committee Formed:** Sophomores and juniors have formed a committee to investigate "workarounds," potentially funneling students to districts like Austintown or Panis that still offer the course.
●**Climate Survey Review:** Board accepted the Winter 2026 School Climate Survey presentation, which for the first time compared cohort data (Spring 2025 vs. Fall 2025) showing increased respect but slightly lower emotional safety at the start of the school year.
●**Safety Protocols Updated:** Officials confirmed full compliance with the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) and discussed the potential creation of special armed response teams for building emergencies.
●**Voting Procedures Revised:** The Policy Committee is revising Policy 2120.2 regarding voting procedures to address board questions from the previous meeting, with a vote expected by February 12th or shortly after.
●**Fundraising Formalization:** The district is moving to formally unite volunteer parent groups (SEPTA, Boosters, CHEF) to standardize fundraising and community support initiatives.