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The Warren County School District Board of School Directors will consider purchasing a new Ford F-350 truck equipped with a plow for up to $83,399 during its Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for today.
According to the meeting agenda, the proposed purchase would be made through the Co-Stars purchasing program from Tri-Star Ford of Blairsville.
Board members also will consider a professional services agreement with HRLC Architects for design and construction administration related to the Sheffield Partial Roof Replacement Project.
Under Finance, the board will consider approving a $46,001.15 refund to Walmart Real Estate Business Trust for overpaid property taxes resulting from a revised total assessed value.
The board will consider closing the Youngsville High School Music Club account and transferring its remaining funds to the Youngsville Elementary Middle School Student Council account.
The agenda also includes a proposal to establish a Performing Arts Club at Warren Area High School.
Several proposals involving instructional programs and technology are scheduled for review.
The board will consider renewing the district's Zoom subscription at a cost of $5,716. The platform supports the district's Virtual Academy, internal communication and school board meetings.
Other items include renewing the district's Gaggle Safety Management subscription, approving Lifetouch school photography agreements for the 2027-28 school year and purchasing CPR, AED, first aid and basic life support training for 16 Warren County Career Center students at $35 per student.
The committee also will review updated kindergarten-through-fifth-grade science instructional plans incorporating new materials and resources.
Additional proposals include an instructional support tool for the district's Virtual Academy and an application to use the Wetmore Gallery at Warren Public Library for the annual All-County High School Art Show
Grant-related items are included on the agenda.
The board will consider accepting Pennsylvania Department of Health allocations totaling $7,368.68 through the 2026-27 Feminine Hygiene Products Grant program. The funds are designated to help schools provide menstrual products to students at no cost, including products for use at school and for take-home use.
The administration also is seeking authorization to apply for a Pennsylvania Braille Code Project grant that could provide a $5,000 stipend to an eligible district employee who completes the program during the 2026-27 school year.
Another proposal would direct the administration to apply for a Pennsylvania Department of Education Career and Technical Education Competitive Equipment Grant. The Warren County Career Center plans to seek funding to replace equipment used in its Machine Technology program, including two mills and one lathe.
The board also will consider authorizing administrative assistance for staff members interested in applying for Pennsylvania Association of Rural and Small Schools grants. The grants support projects involving technology, the arts, after-school activities and competitions, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $9,999.