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Agenda: Board of Education Meeting, November 16, 2023

Minutes from School District of Philadelphia Board of Education, Nov 16, 2023

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA NOVEMBER 16, 2023 Call to Order - Reginald L. Streater, Esq., President Roll Call - Lynn Rauch, Office of General Counsel Approval of Minutes - October 19, 2023 Committee Reports Registered Student Speakers • Student Speakers List Board of Education - Other Superintendent Remarks - Dr. Tony B. Watlington, Superintendent • Superintendent - Other Superintendent Remarks Presentation Presentations • Charter School Office Presentation - Peng Chao, Chief of Charter Schools Board of Education - Contracts Written Testimony • Written Testimony Board of Education - Other Registered Speakers on General Topics • General Speakers List Action Item Questions and Answers • Action Item Questions and Answers Action Item 1. Acceptance of Donation from Philadelphia Eagles Playground Build (valued at $220,000), License and Right of Entry Agreements with Field Turf, Inc. and

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Talent - Other 4. Administration’s Recommendation for Termination of Professional Employees (Updated 11.16.2023) Talent - Other 5. Approval of Resignations and Retirements (Updated 11.16.2023) Talent - Other 6. Contract with Benefits Consultant: Marsh and McClennan Agency ($750,000) - WITHDRAWN BY STAFF 11.6.2023 Talent - Contracts 7. Settlement of Claim - L.G.H. General Counsel - Other 8. Capital Award for the Provision of Professional Supplemental Staffing ($10,000,000) Operations - Capital Programs - Capital Awards 9. Capital Award for Structural Repairs at Clara Barton Elementary School ($5,538,000) Operations - Capital Programs - Capital Awards 10. Capital Award for Bathroom Renovation at Francis S. Key Elementary School ($1,424,470) Operations - Capital Programs - Capital Awards 11. Capital Award for Major Renovation at William Dick Elementary School ($7,337,000) - WITHDRAWN BY STAFF 11.6.2023 Operations - Capital Programs - Capital Awards

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12. Amendment of the Contract with Hyde Electric Corporation for Electrical Services for the Fire Alarm Replacement at Horace H. Furness High School - No Cost Time Extension Operations - Capital Programs - Amended Contracts 13. Amendment of the Contract with Hyde Electric Corporation Providing Electrical Services for the Electrical Upgrades at Vare-Washington Elementary School - No Cost Time Extension Operations - Capital Programs - Amended Contracts 14. Change Orders at Various Locations ($2,317,818) Operations - Capital Programs - Other 15. Contract with R. F. Design and Integration, Inc. for Security Camera Installation ($500,980) Operations - School Safety - Contracts 16. Approval of Release and Settlement Agreement with Aspira Bilingual Cyber Charter School (“Aspira Cyber”), Payment of Funds by Aspira Cyber to settle withholding requests to PDE, Payment of Funds by the School District to settle the 2022-2023 Reconciliation, and withdrawal by Aspira Cyber from

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA BOARD OF EDUCATION ACTION MEETING STUDENT SPEAKERS LIST NOVEMBER 16, 2023 Registered Student Speakers 1. Sarah Julia Marion, Parkway Northwest High School Topic: School Funding/Civic Engagement 2. Samantha Sandhaus, Central High School/PA Youth Vote Topic: Importance of Adding Student Voter Education as a part of the District's Curriculum Policy. 3. Benise Lyra Bacani, Central High School Topic: Green New Deal for Schools 4. Betsy Okrent, Central High School Topic: Green New Deal for Schools Primary Waitlist Student Speakers NONE

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6 Sister City International Opportunity for Students ● The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia is inviting 4 district students and one educator to participate in Sister City international opportunity in Frankfurt, Germany. ● From May 13-17, 2024, the students will attend Frankfurt’s Global House of Young Voices – a one-week international youth parliament – taking place in Germany. ● The participating students are: ○ De'Naiza Watson ○ Cavance Snaith ○ Doha Gassem ○ Fatoumata Sidibe

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7 M/WBE Vendor Fair ● On November 14, Procurement hosted a vendor fair to introduce new and existing vendors to the District’s Office of Procurement Services (OPS) and the Operations Division. More than 300 participants attended the event. ● Local community organizations also participated in the event to provide vendors with support in obtaining M/WBE certifications in addition to connecting with their vendor networks. Those organizations included: ○ The African American Chamber of Commerce ○ Eastern Minority Development Council ○ The Enterprise Center

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PSSA/PASA Proficient PSSA/PASA Below Basic Grades 3-8 2021-22 2022-23 Progress 2021-22 2022-23 Progress Grade 3 Reading 28.1% 31.0% +2.9%-pts 38.2% 31.4% -6.8%-pts Grade 3 - 8 Reading 34.4% 34.0% -0.4%-pts 28.2% 26.4% -1.8%-pts Grade 3 Math 20.8% 26.5% +5.7%-pts 58.9% 52.0% -6.9%-pts Grade 3 - 8 Math 16.5% 20.7% +4.2%-pts 61.7% 56.8% -4.9%-pts Grade 4 and 8 Science 37.1% 40.2% +3.1%-pts 35.6% 33.6% -2.0%-pts Keystone Proficient Keystone Below Basic Best by 11th 2018-19 2022-23 Progress 2018-19 2022-23 Progress Literature 47.6% 53.9% +6.1%-pts 25.7% 18.4% -7.3%-pts Algebra 1 36.3% 30.1% -6.2%-pts 26.0% 34.0% +8.0%-pts Biology 34.9% 31.4% -3.5%-pts 43.2% 38.0% -5.2%-pts NOCTI Proficient NOCTI Tests 2021-22 2022-23 Progress NOCTI 43.4% 49.1% +5.7%-pts – – – SY 2022-23 Academic Goals - Final

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Dropouts Cumulative: Grades 7-12, Three Year Trend DataDistrict-Wide Source: Qlik App - Dropouts Monitoring, refreshed 10/9/2023. SDP Office of Evaluation, Research, and Accountability. The cumulative by month dropout number includes students in grades 7-12, consistent with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) “event” dropout rates reported annually. Unlike the annual PDE rate, SDP uses actual enrollment within month, as opposed to the October 1 snapshot enrollment at the end of the year. Students are attributed to the last location they were enrolled. These calculations include students in District, alternative and non-public placements. Students counted as dropouts are tracked on a rolling bases, so monthly totals may change throughout the year.

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● On October 26, the District temporarily closed Southwark, as a precaution, to begin work to seal off and contain the attic completely, in order to prevent the circulation of potentially asbestos-containing dust and debris. ● The asbestos abatement work is complete and required testing with independent oversight, including taking air samples throughout the school, is ongoing. ● On November 17, the District will host a virtual Environmental Health Forum at 5:30 p.m. ● Next week, Southwark students are scheduled to learn virtually to support a transition from South Philadelphia High School and Childs Elementary back to Southwark. ● On November 28, students are scheduled to resume in-person instruction at Southwark, pending the air samples results. Southwark Update 17

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2 New Charter Applications Timeline and Process 2 The timeline is largely dictated by the Charter School Law: * An application to establish a charter school shall be submitted to the local board of school directors of the district where the charter school will be located by November 15 of the school year preceding the school year in which the charter school will be established. ** Within forty-five (45) days of receipt of an application, the local board of school directors in which the proposed charter school is to be located shall hold at least one public hearing. *** Not later than seventy-five (75) days after the first public hearing on the application, the local board of school directors shall grant or deny the application. Application Release (September 15) Letters of Intent Due (October 15) Applications Due (November 15*) Hearings (December 2023 to January 2024**) Board Action (Late February to Early March***)

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3 New Charter Applications Letters of Intent and Applications Submissions Proposed Charter School Proposed Year 1 Year 1 Grades/Enrollment At-Scale Grades/Enrollment Application Status Career & Academic Development Institute of Arts and Technology 2024-25 9 / 100 9-12 / 400 Not Submitted Global Leadership Academy International Charter High School 2024-25 9 / 150 9-12 / 600 Submitted Love, Joy and Hope Business School 2024-25 K-4 / 175 K-4 / 370 Not Submitted The Kennedy Charter School For Girls 2024-25 6-8 / 375 6-12 / 875 Not Submitted

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Written Testimony - • Title: Written Testimony Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Office Originating Request: Board of Education ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Adam James Visconto Supporting Document Sarah Caswell Supporting Document Holly Downey Supporting Document Elias Randall Supporting Document Joseph Neilson Supporting Document Ariana Supporting Document Congressman Joe Hoeffel Supporting Document Jessica Supporting Document Susan Forbes Supporting Document Joseph Rocchi Supporting Document Colton G. Smith Supporting Document

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If you are a child living in the Bridesburg community of Philadelphia who is about to enter high school, your options can be incredibly frightening. Based on the catchment area created and maintained by the School District of Philadelphia, all high school age students living in the 19137 zip code, which belongs to Bridesburg, are eligible to attend Frankford public high school. This sounds all well and good. However, not only is Frankford high school a consistently dangerous and academically underperforming high school, but it is also quite literally unsafe for students. Students at Frankford high school were forced to shift to virtual learning last year due to growing concerns about asbestos in the building. As of today, only a small portion of the building can be utilized. That is what the school district presents to families as their one and only free, public option for their child’s high school education. This is why my

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parents chose to send me to Franklin Towne when I was in high school. And this is why my wife and I decided to send our oldest daughter there. I am a Franklin Towne alumnus. My wife is a Franklin Towne alumnus. The school community and culture that we knew as students has grown and gotten so much stronger over the years. When our oldest daughter started at Franklin Towne as a freshman last year, she was placed in two honors level classes. She excelled in one of them, and mightily struggled in the other one. This setback was a first for her. Hitherto that point, she hadn’t utilized many school resources to help support her learning. Franklin Towne changed all of that for her. She began to utilize the student center for tutoring sessions. She started to meet weekly with her counselor to review her grades and talk about how her growth. She learned to advocate for herself by talking with her teacher and staying after school for individualized

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help. The staff at Franklin Towne know that every student is unique, and they truly create plans to maximize potential tailor made for each child. The culture at Franklin Towne did not shame my daughter for struggling; rather, it built her up and in doing so, helped her to find her own voice in the process. Sara is two and a half months into her 10th grade year at Franklin Towne and she is doing phenomenal. The plethora of electives that Franklin Towne offers has made her personal investment in her educational path so strong. Franklin Towne has taught her the importance of transition planning as well. She has already visited four college open houses and is planning to start a volunteer group at her elementary school with the help of a former 8th grade teacher. The confidence to take on these initiatives and think beyond her high school experience has been fully nurtured by the staff and students

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at Franklin Towne. This experience that Sara is having at Franklin Towne is unique to her, but it is a story woven into the fabric of the school’s history. Every day, students like her walk the halls at Franklin Towne feeling the love and support of their teachers and fellow students. It is a place that takes students as they are and then challenges them to become the best version of themselves. The truth of my daughter’s story is one that ALL high school students should know. Sara’s story is better because of Franklin Towne. The city is better because of Franklin Towne. The district can help to make this a reality for future students by ensuring that Franklin Towne’s doors remain open.

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My name is Holly Downey. I am writing today in reference to Franklin Towne Charter High School, where I have worked as an ELA teacher for more than 15 years. During this time I have grown and flourished thanks to my incredible colleagues and students. I would not be the teacher I am today without the lessons I have learned as a member of the FTC community. My colleagues and I work relentlessly to provide our students with a safe environment in which to learn. Our maintenance staff in particular ensures our buildings are clean and welcoming. Teachers are in the halls during the change of class, high-fiving and fist bumping current and former students, establishing strong, trusting relationships that lead to positive conduct in the halls and in class. Everyone at FTC works tirelessly to build our community. While mistakes were made, the ship has since been righted. Having worked with Brianna O’Donnell since the day I began at Towne, I’ve

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Dear Members of the Philadelphia Board of Education, My name is Elias Randall, a recent addition to the dedicated teaching faculty at Franklin Towne Charter High School. I recently relocated to Philadelphia to support my wife's pursuit of civil law studies at Temple University's Beasley Law School. I, too, am a graduate student on the cusp of embarking on a doctoral program. My research will delve into methodologies aimed at advancing the cause of authentic liberation, with a specific emphasis on marginalized communities, particularly those of color. This scholarly ethos aligns with the overarching mission of Franklin Towne, an institution to which I am not merely employed but firmly invested. In my short tenure here, I've observed the school's transformative impact, serving not only as a beacon of hope for students in challenging home situations but also as a sanctuary for all, irrespective of their backgrounds. The students of FTCHS, through their innate kindness,

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break down societal barriers, replacing structures of solitude with spaces of solidarity. Having grown up in close proximity to Philadelphia on the west side of Wilmington, Delaware, my formative years were marked by witnessing the unfortunate derailment of promising futures for three bright friends due to their school environment. Similarly, my wife encountered the tragic loss of a fellow student during her senior year at Howard High School due to unsafe conditions. This event was not only tragic, but brought national news coverage to the school. These experiences fuel our dedication to fostering positive change within the youth in our communities.

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Furthermore, I wish to emphasize my fervent passion for the advancement of the children growing up in the city of Philadelphia as future community, national, and even global leaders. It is my strong belief that Franklin Towne plays a crucial role in nurturing these young minds, providing them with the tools and perspectives needed to become influential leaders in the future. The unique environment at FTCHS fosters not only academic excellence but also instills a sense of civic responsibility and leadership qualities in its students. While I refrain from portraying Franklin Towne through an idealized lens, acknowledging imperfections as we all possess, I seek to emphasize the school's heart. It is my firm belief that this institution contributes to the betterment of our city and will continue to do so with the matriculation of its exceptional students. These young minds, nurtured by an equally exceptional staff, are catalysts for positive change.

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In July of 2021, two life changing events happened to me. First was that my wife was pregnant with my second child and the second that I had been hired at Franklin Town Charter High School as a special education teacher. Before coming to FTCHS, I worked another charter high school in Philadelphia, and I was completely burned out and ready to get out of education career altogether. I worked for 7 years in a highly stressful work environment at my previous charter school, and it was taking its toll on me mentally and physically. When I arrived at FTCHS it was a breath of fresh air where it was a positive atmosphere, and beautiful facilitates that welcome students into a fantastic learning environment. At FTCHS they stressed the importance of allowing teachers to focus on helping the students and teaching rather than get involved with paperwork or administrative tasks, which I had to do at my previous charter school. I am forever grateful I found FTCHS as it revived

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my belief in the education system and more specifically in the special education system. The special education system in place at FTCHS is unlike anything I experienced. Each person from learning support teacher, case managers and administration have their specific roles and are not overworked so that they can do their job well. There is a major problem in special education teacher shortages and burn out which I experience at my previous school. FTCHS special education system should be a model for other schools to follow that enables students to get the maximum amount of support in the classroom and special education teachers to not feel overwhelmed or burned out. If more schools were able to adopt the special education model at FTCHS there would be less special education burn out and high retention rates and more people wanting to get into the field as well. In conclusion getting hired at FTCHS was a turning point in my life in a positive trajectory and I have

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forever grateful to be part of FTCHS family. I love coming to work. The comradery between teachers and support provided by the new administration is unmatched. I hope you realize what a special place FTCHS is to the 1300+ students and all the staff who make FTCHS a wonderful place to work. I also hope you realize unfairness of the school board appointing Rudy Garcia as the hearing office for our revocation proceedings. This comes after the board’s own commissioned report, which was released last month, that explicitly recommended that the board stop using Rudy Garcia as a hearing office because of his appearance of bias to charter schools. Nobody wins and the students, family and staff all lose if a successful school closes.

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Hello, It is well established that there is a civic educational crisis in the United States. According to the most recent NAEP report card, only 20 percent of 8th graders scored proficient in civics. This lack of knowledge is translating directly into civic skills, actions, and dispositions. According to a 2019 CIRCLE study, 57% of 18-24 year-olds said they were losing faith in American democracy, and just 42% were confident in our democratic system. Things are no better at the ballot box, where only 52% of eligible youth (ages 18-29) voted in the 2020 Election. This was well below the national average of 66%. On the heels of another low-turnout local election in Philadelphia, it is imperative that action is taken to ensure all students in the Commonwealth receive an impactful civics education that gives them the opportunity and wherewithal to be knowledgeable and engaged citizens. In 2019, I helped start the PA Civics Coalition, a statewide, bipartisan group led by former

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members of Congress and nonpartisan organizations across the Commonwealth that are working to promote and expand civics education in Pennsylvania. Our work centers around helping educators teach students about the many different ways that they can be involved in their community, to make their voices heard. Making sure that high school students have the knowledge and skills to cast their ballot when they turn 18 is vital to equipping them with the skills to be a member of our democratic society. I support a resolution for a policy that would make student voter engagement a permanent part of the School District of Philadelphia curriculum. Thank you for your consideration. Former United States Representative Joseph Hoeffel

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Subject: Board Comments Original Message: I feel the need to share my story about my time as a student at Franklin Towne Charter HS given the very unfortunate circumstances that have come to light. I was enrolled at FTC from 2006-2009. I started out as a student at St. Huberts then transitioned over to FTC for my sophomore year. Initially, it was not the easiest transition and the rules were much more strict than what I was accustomed to. Shirts had to be tucked in at all times, wearing a lanyard, no sweatshirts/ sweaters over your polo, going through a metal detector every morning. I was not a great academic student even though I was very smart. I often had detention for lateness and homework contracts due to not completing what I should have been at home. It took some time to get used to things but once I did, I was really happy to be there. The educators were not only great at teaching their lesson plans, but they made you

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feel like you mattered. I used to be afraid to raise my hand in class because I was worried that I would say something stupid. At FTC, we would get into productive debates about what we were learning and how it made us feel. The classroom was a safe space for the students. I grew confident to speak in front of my peers and in front of the teachers. Although I graduated in 2009, I can still remember the many names of the teachers that made such a huge impact on my life. My best subjects were English and History. We would read book chapters in class and complete assignments in groups so we were all on the same page as a classroom, yet I was finishing the books in study hall because I was so engrossed in the lessons. I became an excellent writer because of the constant proofreading and red pen scribbles all over my assignments. It has served me well long after high school and in my career today. Due to my experience at previous schools that I had attended, whenever I had a

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shame about asking for help. I tried to ignore the problems that I had in hopes that they would go away on their own. At FTC, teachers would pull me aside and privately ask what they could do to help me, rather than embarrassing me in front of the class which has happened to me before. I was offered extra credit assignments so I could work on improving my grades. The teachers actually cared about the students and it always showed. The student body at that time was diverse at that time but could have improved. It is critical that students are able to learn and be in an integrated environment where they are surrounded by other students from different cultures, had different upbringings, and life experiences so that they can be prepared for the world that we live in today. Had the administration at the time that was abusing their power and in charge of the admissions for FTC realized that they were actually doing the school a major

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disservice, things could have been even better than they were. I don’t think that it’s fair to punish these students or these incredible teachers for the wrong doings of others. I am now a Mother and my son is in second grade. I realize how critical it is as a parent to feel good about the school that you are sending your child to. Personally, I moved to a different neighborhood so that I could send my son to a great school. Not everyone has the financial freedom or means to do that. I think about how good I had it when I was a student at FTC and how lucky I was to have teachers that were passionate about what they were teaching. It made a huge difference in how I was able to retain the information that was being taught to me. FTC deserves some grace and a chance to right the wrongs of the past. I am confident that they will make all the necessary changes to better accommodate families from black neighborhoods and be fair in the admission processes moving forward.

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I am writing this in support of Franklin Towne Charter High School. My son is a freshman there and I cannot speak highly enough of the school. When my son was in 7th grade, we initially came to FTCHS for an Open House. Neither of us had any expectations as we had never been to the school before, but we were both immediately impressed. From the first look at the Student Union, my son was pretty sure he found his high school. We were able to meet and speak to multiple teachers, all of whom were passionate about their classes and were excited to show us what they had to offer. My son was happy to hear about the different classes offered and the teachers really did a fantastic job of showing all that is available. We also met many students who highlighted the different clubs available and gave the advice to join as much as you can to make the most of your HS time. After looking at some other options, my son went with his first instinct, Franklin Towne Charter High School.

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In his first couple weeks, he was struggling with fitting in and getting adjusted to a new environment. As his mom, that was difficult to watch, knowing there wasn't much I could do. To my delight, his guidance counselor reached out to him immediately. She offered him suggestions and got him in contact with other students who could show him around and watch out for him. She follows up with him to make sure he is ok and really makes him feel like he was cared about. His mentor has also been great, I don’t know of many high schools that have a mentor program. Now he is on the cross- country team and meets new friends daily. At Back to School Night, I was able to meet my son’s teachers. I was impressed by how familiar they were with my son; I could tell the teachers truly care about all their students. That night, my son was able to join a few other clubs and he spoke with the wrestling coach about possibly joining the team.

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Once again, I could see how committed all the teachers truly are to the school and the students. They not only devote their time during the school day, but beyond by leading these clubs and sports. The high school has done a great job of getting the students involved by hosting the Freshman Social and Spirit Week activities, as well as the Homecoming Dance. If FT closes, where will these students go? To an already overcrowded high school that doesn't come close to the standards set by Franklin Towne? I kindly request your intervention in this matter. Not one person in the Franklin Towne community had any part in the allegations. Why are we punishing innocent students? Sincerely, Susan Forbes Franklin Towne Charter HS Parent

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Hello, My name is Joseph Rocchi. I am the culinary arts instructor at Franklin Towne Charter High School. I am in my third year. I came from an extremely compe��ve field for 20 years before transi�oning into teaching the same subject mater. I first cut my teeth teaching at a government-sponsored training program before coming to Franklin Towne Charter. I can accurately say that Franklin Towne has provided the most suppor�ve environment I have ever worked in. Every considera�on is given to facilitate one end, how can I beter provide a successful and compe��ve learning space for the students in my classes. From the facili�es to equipment, to professional development for staff, to fundraising for student programs, and beyond. Every opportunity to enhance the student's ability to learn, grow, and prosper is acted upon. I have never felt such support and posi�vity from an administra�on. The mindset is never, "What do I need to

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do to keep my job", it is only ever, "How can I do a beter job for the students". The support given to the students here literally speaks for itself. Being a Blue Ribbon-rated program does not happen by accident. It is a culture me�culously shaped, and re-shaped, day a�er day, to set our students up for success in future educa�on, professions, and in life. I have found a home here that I look forward to looking back on with pride and saying, "Look at the program I helped build. Look at all the future leaders I helped to mold from all over the Philadelphia landscape regardless of race, religion, or socio-economic background." as a ci�zen of a federally recognized Indigenous Na�ve American tribe, I am part of the smallest minority group in the en�re Philadelphia educa�on system, and I am proud to say this program at Franklin Towne is completely bias-free in any form and is solely focused on the educa�onal opportuni�es we can provide to our students.

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As a product of the Philadelphia magnet school program in jr. high and high school myself. I can share how I had to transfer and pay my own tui�on in junior year to go to Catholic school because the condi�ons in the public schools were so bad that my very safety and ability to possibly not live to gradua�on was effected. I would have dropped out if I had not transferred. Here, at Franklin Towne, that will never be a concern that a young student will ever have to deal with. There only thought will be on taking every opportunity Franklin Towne staff gives them to become successful young adults. In conclusion, I find it inconceivable that Rudy Garcia is the hearing official at our revoca�on proceedings a�er the board’s own commissioned report, explicitly recommended that the Board stop using him as a hearing officer because of his appearance of bias to charter schools. Nobody wins and the students,

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Hello - I am saddened, ashamed, and appalled to have to write this to a group of adults who are supposed to be looking out for the futures of our children. I am a former student of Franklin Towne and grew up in the Tacony section of Philadelphia. As many of you know, this city is and has been in a state of despair for decades - especially when it comes to our education system. Primarily due to poor decisions being made by this very Board, which I hope will not continue today. It is my opinion that these accusations and investigations into FTCHS are a complete disgrace, and shame on the Board of Education for even considering the idea of stripping this incredible school of its Charter and depriving hundreds of at-risk inner city kids the opportunity to obtain a phenomenal education. This whole nonsense about “racist” policies is a disgusting and vile accusation, and one that is easily refuted simply by looking at the demographics of the areas many of FTCHS’ students come from -

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my neighborhood being a perfect example, as well as the neighborhoods of many of my peers such as Frankford, Juniata, Wissinoming and Holmesburg. Franklin Towne was and is a beam of light in this city for kids like me who had nothing but the hope of a good education to get them out of poverty - which it did. The teachers and staff there are the best of the best and are truly good people who don’t deserve to have their livelihoods or kids taken away from them because of disgusting, baseless accusations that fit the latest trend of woke buzzwords. The results speak for themselves. FTC is a nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School that outperforms nearly every inner city phila. public school by a mile in almost all quantifiable metrics - at a lower cost per student I might add. To strip this school of its charter would not only be a blow to the hundreds of children that rely on it for the opportunity of a better life, or the staff who have dedicated

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their lives and futures to this institution - but also to the parents, the city, the taxpayer, and the community & stakeholders. I look back at my time at FTC and have nothing but fond memories and appreciation for all that the school did for me. There are NO other schools in the area that could’ve helped set me up for the success I have managed to accomplish since graduating in 2013 like FTC did for me and thousands of other alumni since 1999. I only hope and pray that you all take a step back from this clearly emotional and politically driven action and approach it through a lens of rationality and reason. To strip this school of its charter would be to strip the children of this hurting, but great city, of their futures. Thank you for your time. Colton G. Smith

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA BOARD OF EDUCATION ACTION MEETING SPEAKERS LIST NOVEMBER 16, 2023 Registered Speakers 1. Julia Coulibaly, Parent/Guardian Topic: Ballard Report/Southwest Leadership Academy 2. Allison Eife, Charter School Staff Member Topic: Franklin Towne Charter High School Renewal 3. Martina Barbour, Community Member Topic: School Libraries 4. Thomas Quinn, District Staff Member Topic: Student Voter Curriculum Policy 5. Cheick Sidibe, Community Member Topic: Ballard Report/Southwest Leadership Academy 6. Chris Fuentez, Philadelphia Police Department Topic: School Safety//Southwest Leadership Academy 7. Masoeli Musonge, Philadelphia Police Department Topic: School Safety//Southwest Leadership Academy 8. Arnold Mitchell, Philadelphia Police Department Topic: School Safety//Southwest Leadership Academy 9. Illene Poses, APPS Topic: Charters/School Libraries 10. Leigh Purnell, Charter School Staff Member Topic: Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School

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11. Justin Villere, Community Member Topic: Student Voter Education as a part of the District's Curriculum Policy 12. Larry King, Community Member Topic: Bartram Wall of Fame 13. Barbara Dowdall, APPS Topic: Year Round Schooling 14. Tameko Torres, Community Member Topic: After School Boxing Activities in School 15. Marvin Reese, Community Member Topic: Keeping Activities Available to Kids After School and out of School 16. Anne Dorn, Parent/Guardian Topic: 2023 PSSA Scores 17. May Freda Watson, Community Member Topic: Voices of the Children 18. Lisa Haver, APPS Topic:New Charter Applications

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The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education Action Item Questions and Responses November 16, 2023 Table of Contents Page # Action Item Questions 1 Action Item Questions Submitted by: Response 8). Capital Award for the Provision of Professional Supplemental Staffing ($10,000,000) 1. What is the supplemental staffing that is needed? 2. Do staff usually appear as a capital programs expenditure? Where does the full time staff for that department appear? 3. What are the staff going to be doing? What is the scope of work? 4. Is this connected to asbestos work? 5. Why is this a staffing item instead of a contract? 6. Would these staff be independent of the contractors for this project? Board Member Wilkerson Board Member Lam 1. The Capital Award for the Provision of Professional Supplemental Staffing will address the need for professional services staffing expertise that are vacant in Capital Programs. The supplemental staffing positions needed are: a. Licensed Architects

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The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education Action Item Questions and Responses November 16, 2023 The supplemental staffing requirements are filled based on project requirements and on an as needed basis. 2. Yes, supplemental staffing is a Capital Programs expenditure and is included in the BOE approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project Fund. The full-time staff appears under page 10 of the Board approved CIP, Project Fund “Administration Support Services,” “Office of Capital Programs and Support”, and includes the following line items: a. Office of Capital Programs b. Office of Design c. Office of Construction d. Office of Contract Management 3. The supplemental staff provide professional and technical services needed to execute the day-to-day operations and management of projects in these areas: a. Mechanical b. Electrical c. Architectural d. Plumbing e. Landscaping 2

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The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education Action Item Questions and Responses November 16, 2023 f. Playground initiatives These positions are critical to the planning, design, construction management and completion of Capital Improvement Projects. 4. These positions are not directly connected to asbestos work, however, the Office of Capital Programs works directly with the Office of Environmental Management Services and provides support for all facilities projects in the District. 5. This is a staffing item for supplemental professional services/technical assistance because it enables the District to select candidates from multiple firms that possess the desired technical expertise, as opposed to a separate contract with each firm. Supplemental staff members are selected as needed to meet specific requirements for varying periods of time. 3

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The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education Action Item Questions and Responses November 16, 2023 6. Yes, the supplemental contract firms and the staff members they provide are independent of the contractors performing project work for the District, or competing for District projects. Supplemental staff members work directly for the District and are independent. 15). Contract with R. F. Design & Integration, Inc. for Security Camera Installation ($500,980) 1. What is the plan for having similar cameras in all schools? 2. What is the total cost? 3. How many schools already have these cameras? 4. How are we financing this work? (budgets, cash, grants, etc.) Board Member Egea-Hinton Board Member Lam Board Member Salley 1. The District is updating camera systems at 156 further schools to match the system standard being implemented at Northeast High School. 2. The total Capital investment for the modernization of CCTV infrastructure across all District schools is $47 million.

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3. All schools currently have cameras - 157 schools currently have analog systems that are being modernized. 60 schools have modern digital systems. Under the modernization program for District-wide CCTV, infrastructure all systems will be upgraded with an enterprise video management system (VMS) that will improve effectiveness, operations, and overall management and maintenance of the systems. 4. This work is being financed with Capital funds. 4

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Action Item - 1. Title: Acceptance of Donation from Philadelphia Eagles Playground Build (valued at $220,000), License and Right of Entry Agreements with Field Turf, Inc. and George Ely and Associates, Inc. (no cost), and Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocacy ($100,000) at Stephen Girard Elementary School Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to (i) accept a Donation and enter into a Letter of Understanding, (ii) execute and perform a license and right of entry agreement, and (iii) execute and perform a contract, subject to funding, as follows: Donation from and letter of understanding with: The Philadelphia Eagles Donation of: Playground equipment, materials, supplies, and installation Value of Donation of an amount up to: $220,000

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License and right of entry agreements with: FieldTurf, Inc., and George Ely and Associates, Inc. Compensation: There will be no cost to the School District. The Philadelphia Eagles will contract directly with FieldTurf, Inc. for the installation of a synthetic turf field, and with George Ely and Associates, Inc. for the installation of playground equipment and play surface. Purpose: Installation of synthetic turf field and installation of playground equipment and play surface Contract with: Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocates Compensation not to exceed: $100,000 Purpose: Design and installation of indoor and outdoor murals Donation and letter of understanding; license and right of entry agreements; and contract start date: 11/17/2024 Donation and letter of understanding; license and right of entry agreements; and contract end date: 12/31/2025 Location: Girard, Stephen School Description:

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For the last 20 years the School District and the Philadelphia Eagle Youth Partnership have been collaborating on Philadelphia Eagles Playground Build projects. Stephen Girard Elementary School was selected as the 2024 Playground Build school site. The Eagles Playground Build scope of work includes a new playground including two age appropriate play structures installed over a safety surface, a basketball hoop, a synthetic turf field, and murals for the interior and exterior walls at Stephen Girard School. The donation from the Philadelphia Eagles is valued at $220,000, which includes all costs of the purchasing and installation of the new playground equipment and interior improvements. The Capital budget includes funding of $100,000 for Philadelphia Mural Arts to hire mural artists to work with the students and staff at Girard Elementary to design the murals; and for Mural Arts will supervise the installation and creation of the murals. The total value is $320,000 for the site

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improvement project. The Philadelphia Eagles selection committee reviewed school sites and interviewed multiple administrators in various schools resulting in the selection of the Stephen Girard School as the 2024 playground build site. The District worked with The Eagles to evaluate high priority school sites from the District equity screener tool, along with site criteria for artificial turf and murals and other Eagles specific criteria. The kick off date for this project is planned for June 2024, in conjunction with the Philadelphia Eagles Annual Day of Service. The playground and related site improvements will be under the direction and supervision of George Ely and Associates, Inc. Teams of volunteers will support the installation of non-technical play equipment and painting projects. Goals and Guardrails Guardrail 1: Every school will be a safe, welcoming and healthy place where our students, staff and community want to be and learn each day.

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Action Item - 2. Title: Approval of Personnel Hires (Updated 11.9.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby ratifies the appointment of the following persons to the positions, on the effective dates through October 31, 2023 and at the salaries respectively noted, as recommended by the Superintendent, provided that: (a) continued employment of persons appointed to positions funded by categorical grants is contingent upon the availability of grant funds; and (b) persons appointed to positions funded by operating funds, shall report to either the Superintendent or his/her designees, and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Education. Office Originating Request: Talent ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Action Item 2 Supporting Document

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Item No.2 November 16, 2023 RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby ratifies the appointment of the following persons to the positions, on the effective dates through October 31, 2023 and at the salaries respectively noted, as recommended by the Superintendent, provided that: (a) continued employment of persons appointed to positions funded by categorical grants is contingent upon the availability of grant funds; and (b) persons appointed to positions funded by operating funds, shall report to either the Superintendent or his/her designees, and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Education. THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYEES HAVE BEEN HIRED ABERDEEN, MARCIA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR GOMPERS, SAMUEL SCHOOL 10/16/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY AHMAD-HARGROVE, CALISA I SCHOOL SAFETY OFFICER OFFICE OF SCHOOL SAFETY 10/23/23 $33,849.00 ANNUAL SALARY AIBECHE, NAIMA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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AKTHER, HAMIDA ACCOUNTING CLERK OFFICE OF CHILD ACCOUNTING 10/31/23 $35,926.00 ANNUAL SALARY AMO-ASANTE, JOANA TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION CASTOR GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL 10/13/23 $59,529.00 ANNUAL SALARY ANDERSON, JAYLA R SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SCIENCE LDSHP ACADEMY @ BEEBER 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY AVILES, LAUREN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RICHMOND SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BACON, MICAELE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LINCOLN, ABRAHAM HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BANKS, STEPHEN TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/04/23 $53,749.00 ANNUAL SALARY BARTLEY-JEFFERY, SHAKEERAH NASHAE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FORREST, EDWIN SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BASHIR, JALAYA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT OLNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BEASLEY, TAJ M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STEEL, EDWARD T. SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 2 of 8 BENNETT, STACEY SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE 10/23/23 $100,042.00 ANNUAL SALARY BOKRETA, HABIBA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FELL, D. NEWLIN SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BOONE, JANAJA O SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DOBSON, JAMES SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BOUBEGRA, BAHDJA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RHAWNHURST SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BOWE, ALEXANDER TEACHER,FULL TIME SOUTHWARK SCHOOL 10/09/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY BROADUS, VENUS SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HARDING, WARREN G. MIDDLE SCH 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BROWN-MCLOYD, YANA D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BLAINE, JAMES G. SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BROWN-TURNER, JONICE L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PATTERSON, JOHN M. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BROWNE, ROLAND PRINT SHOP WORKER PRINTING SERVICES 10/25/23 $54,904.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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BYARD, JEFFREY L TEACHER,FULL TIME KENDERTON ELEMENTARY 10/30/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY BYRD, ELYANNA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENN TREATY HIGH SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CADET, KATIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENROSE SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CALLOWAY, NATASHA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR KENDERTON ELEMENTARY 10/09/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY CAMM, MADISON SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ADAIRE, ALEXANDER SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CAMPBELL, FREDDRICK STEP CASE MANAGER GIRLS, PHILA HIGH SCHOOL FOR 10/09/23 $59,734.00 ANNUAL SALARY CARNEY, CHANTE EILEEN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BRYANT, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CHISHOLM, BRENDA SCHOOL COUNSELOR, 10 MONTHS LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 10/26/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY CINTRON, YESENIA LEE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FITZPATRICK, A.L. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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CLARK, JADE D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENROSE SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY COLON, MARILYN M SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR FINLETTER, THOMAS K. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY CONRAD, ELENI MYRSIADES SCHOOL COUNSELOR, 10 MONTHS MAYFAIR SCHOOL 10/02/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY CORBETT, TIFFANY PROG COORD,CAREER/COLLEGE AWAR DIVISION OF COLLEGE READINESS 10/30/23 $62,635.00 ANNUAL SALARY COTTO, KASSANDRA I BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNSELOR PREVENTION & INTERVENTION 10/09/23 $57,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY CROSBY-KLUMP, NATALIE L TEACHER,FULL TIME CLEMENTE, ROBERTO MIDDLE SCHL 10/20/23 $90,478.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 3 of 8 CUPELES, JOSHUA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FELTONVILLE ARTS & SCIENCES 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CURET, GLENDA D SECRETARY I ZIEGLER, WILLIAM H. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY CURET, PRISCILA COUNSELING ASST,BILINGUAL FRANKFORD HIGH SCHOOL 10/02/23 $25,688.00 ANNUAL SALARY CUSTALOW, MEECHI ANN TEACHER,FULL TIME LOGAN SCHOOL HEAD START 10/25/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY DANIELS, SAFIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHEPPARD, ISAAC A. SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY DAVIS, LOGAN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT GIDEON, EDWARD SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY DAVIS, MALCOLM L DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC PLANNING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE 10/16/23 $118,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY DE GARCIA, PABLIMEIDY STUDENT CLIMATE STAFF,3 HOURS TAYLOR, BAYARD SCHOOL 10/02/23 $9,992.00 ANNUAL SALARY DENNIS, KAILAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT WARING, LAURA W. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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DITRO, ANTONIO R. SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HOLME, THOMAS SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY EILAND, KEANNA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR GIDEON, EDWARD SCHOOL 10/09/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY FALLOWS, JOHN INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT SPLST STUDENT EMPLOYMENT CERT OFFICE 10/30/23 $92,044.00 ANNUAL SALARY FRENCH, CHERRELLE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENROSE SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY FRIEDLAND, LINDA M SCHOOL NURSE PUPIL HEALTH SERVICES 10/09/23 $58,109.00 ANNUAL SALARY GASKINS, DEMETA SCHOOL NURSE PEIRCE, THOMAS M. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $58,109.00 ANNUAL SALARY GASTONGUAY, ANDREA CLASSROOM ASST,SP ED,HEAR IMP PENROSE SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GIBBS, MICHAEL EXT ACTVTS,NON-CONTRACT EMP-HR BOARD OF EDUCATION 10/11/23 $50.00 HOURLY RATE GIOIA, LAVINA D SECRETARY I LAWTON, HENRY W. SCHOOL 10/16/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY GIORNO, ANGELA K TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION WIDENER MEMORIAL SCHOOL 10/24/23 $61,806.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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GLOVER, TRACY K SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PHILA JUV JUSTICE SVCS CTR 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GONZALEZ, LISETTE EXT ACTVTS,NON-CONTRACT EMP-HR BOARD OF EDUCATION 10/11/23 $50.00 HOURLY RATE GORDINE, KIA S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT NORTHEAST COMMUNITY PROPEL ACD 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GREENE, SALEENA DANIELLE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION KELLEY, WILLIAM D. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY GUENDOUZI, WASSILA TEACHER,FULL TIME HESTON, EDWARD SCHOOL 10/09/23 $58,965.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 4 of 8 GWAN-NULLA, EMMA G SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR MC MICHAEL, MORTON SCHOOL 10/09/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY HADBI, NASSIMA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR TAGGART, JOHN H. SCHOOL 10/31/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY HALL, TWANNA MAE TEACHER,FULL TIME ELKIN, LEWIS SCHOOL 10/30/23 $56,405.00 ANNUAL SALARY HAMER, ANASTASIA A SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MOORE, J. HAMPTON SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HAMM KEITT, VICTORIA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR NORTHEAST COMMUNITY PROPEL ACD 10/23/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY HAMMOND, INEZ SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CASSIDY,LEWIS C ACADEMICS PLUS 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HATTEN, NAKIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HERBERT, JEREMY KEM TEACHER,FULL TIME HARDING, WARREN G. MIDDLE SCH 10/09/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY HUTCHINGS, KAMAL AUDITOR II AUDITING SERVICES 10/02/23 $67,395.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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ISDELL, KEVIN JOHN TEACHER,FULL TIME AMY 5 AT JAMES MARTIN 10/02/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, KATHERINE ELIZABETH TEACHER,FULL TIME FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN HIGH SCHOOL 10/26/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, MORGAN R TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL 10/02/23 $65,694.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, SHANON TEACHER,FULL TIME DISSTON, HAMILTON SCHOOL 10/25/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, SABRIYYAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JAMES, DAWN A SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/23/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY JAMES, HEWITT OSBORNE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION BARTRAM, JOHN HIGH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY JEACINTHE, KAVENCY SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT POLLOCK, ROBERT B. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JENKINS, FALINA D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STRAWBERRY MANSION HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $35,101.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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JENNINGS, TAHNISHA K FISCAL CLERK, FT ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 10/09/23 $35,075.00 ANNUAL SALARY JOHNSON, SHAKIR EXT ACTVTS,NON-CONTRACT EMP-HR CURR & INSTR SUPP - PHYS.ED. 10/23/23 $24.00 HOURLY RATE KATIRAJ, BLERTA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT GREENBERG, JOSEPH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY KEENE-YOUNG, TAMARA L SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/16/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY KEMP, TIERRA MARIE TEACHER,FULL TIME MASTERMAN,JULIA R. HIGH SCHOOL 10/10/23 $90,478.00 ANNUAL SALARY KHALFA, LYNDA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BREGY, F. AMEDEE SCHOOL 10/10/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 5 of 8 KLIGGE, KATRINA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR GREENBERG, JOSEPH SCHOOL 10/10/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY KUKA, KLODIANA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LOESCHE, WILLIAM H. SCHOOL 10/25/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY KURA, ENTELA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LINCOLN, ABRAHAM HIGH SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LEWIS-GREEN, MONJE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LONG, ROBIN J SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SPRING GARDEN SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LORD, JACQUELINE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT VARE-WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LUTKUS, THEODORE C TEACHER,FULL TIME NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL 10/20/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY MADANI, ROZA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SOUTHWARK SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474 ANNUAL SALARY MARLEY, JOSHUA M CLIMATE AND CULTURE COACH CLIMATE & SAFETY 10/17/23 $69,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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MCBRIDE, MAX N TEACHER,FULL TIME PATTERSON, JOHN M. SCHOOL 10/11/23 $53,085.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCCROWELL-ATKINSON, JANAIA TEACHER RESIDENT FELTONVILLE ARTS & SCIENCES 10/02/23 $38,611.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCGINLEY, JAYNE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION WIDENER MEMORIAL SCHOOL 10/17/23 $102,376.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCGLYNN, BARBARA L SCHOOL NURSE FELTONVILLE INTERMEDIATE 10/09/23 $75,558.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCINTOSH, JAMERAH A SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DUNBAR, PAUL L. SCHOOL 10/31/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCPHERSON, TAHYANA L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT OVERBROOK HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MENDEZ, DAMARIS SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 10/31/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MERTZ, MICHAELA QUINN TEACHER,FULL TIME FELS, SAMUEL HIGH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY MICKENS, TAMARA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENROSE SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MILLER, WILLIAM SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION 10/23/23 $87,778.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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MITCHELL, DIANNE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MORIS, KHUSHBUKHT SECRETARY I CASTOR GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL 10/02/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY MOTON-FINLEY, SHARON K SCHOOL NURSE DEBURGOS, J. ELEMENTARY 10/23/23 $75,558.00 ANNUAL SALARY MULLEE, LANISHA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENN TREATY HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MURRAY, HANIYAH SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR NORTHEAST COMMUNITY PROPEL ACD 10/23/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 6 of 8 NELSON, HYDIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CRAMP, WILLIAM SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NEWELL, RENEE S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CLEMENTE, ROBERTO MIDDLE SCHL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NIXON, CHARMAINE SECRETARY I MOFFET, JOHN SCHOOL 10/16/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY NIXON, ROBIN A SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHARSWOOD, GEORGE SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NIXON, TAMYA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT VARE-WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY OLEJNICZAK, REBECCA SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 10/30/23 $89,012.00 ANNUAL SALARY PENNINGTON, KHADIJA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT WASHINGTON, MARTHA SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY PENROSE, JANET L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT VARE-WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY PETERSON, TAMEKO S TEACHER,FULL TIME CAYUGA SCHOOL 10/30/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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PINTO, JORGE STUDENT CLIMATE STAFF,3 HOURS ELKIN, LEWIS SCHOOL 10/02/23 $9,992.00 ANNUAL SALARY RANDOLPH, PATRICE J TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION STEARNE, ALLEN M. SCHOOL 10/12/23 $54,032.00 ANNUAL SALARY RILEY, JOANNA MICHELLE TEACHER,FULL TIME WASHINGTON, GEORGE HIGH SCHOOL 10/23/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY RODGERS, GERTRUDE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY RODRIGUEZ, SARINA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT JACKSON COPPIN, FANNY SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY ROSE, JENNIFER TEACHER,FULL TIME STEARNE, ALLEN M. SCHOOL 10/16/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY RUPERT, EARLE H SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR TILDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL 10/09/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY SAMI, FIDA SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 10/09/23 $81,080.00 ANNUAL SALARY SANTIAGO, NINOSHKA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SPRUANCE, GILBERT SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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SAUNDERS, MALINDA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FRANKFORD HIGH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SCHMIDT, KAYLA MARIE TEACHER,FULL TIME LOESCHE, WILLIAM H. SCHOOL 10/16/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY SCHULZ, ASHLEY ESTELLE TEACHER,FULL TIME SWENSON ARTS/TECH HIGH SCHOOL 10/05/23 $58,109.00 ANNUAL SALARY SCIRROTTO, GIAVONIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHARSWOOD, GEORGE SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SCOTT, SABRA D SCHOOL COUNSELOR, 10 MONTHS WAGNER, GEN. LOUIS MIDDLE SCH. 10/09/23 $56,405.00 ANNUAL SALARY SEARS, DAJAH B SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DUCKREY, TANNER SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 7 of 8 SELLER, MALANNI D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENNELL, JOSEPH ELEMENTARY 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SHAMSIDDEEN, SHEELA TEACHER,FULL TIME BRYANT, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $86,361.00 ANNUAL SALARY SIEA, CHANNORA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SIMMONS, SAMYER SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BACHE-MARTIN SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SIMMONS, LATONJA S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ADAIRE, ALEXANDER SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SLATER, FAITH N SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FITZPATRICK, A.L. SCHOOL 10/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SMITH, DEYANNAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ZIEGLER, WILLIAM H. SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SMITH, JEANNETTE TEACHER,FULL TIME FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN ELEM SCHOOL 10/17/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY SPEACH, DESARAY SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENNELL, JOSEPH ELEMENTARY 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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STEELE, DORATHEA ANNE SCHOOL NURSE ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/30/23 $58,109.00 ANNUAL SALARY STREUSAND, ABBY OCCUP THERAPIST OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 10/16/23 $64,842.00 ANNUAL SALARY SYLLA, MALIK A OPERATIONS TRAINEE ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 10/16/23 $45,815.00 ANNUAL SALARY TATE, BRANDY SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR RHOADS, JAMES SCHOOL 10/30/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMPSON, JASSMIN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DUCKREY, TANNER SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY TODD, WILLIAM SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HIGH SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY TOGBA, STEVELT E SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT EDMONDS, FRANKLIN S. SCHOOL 10/23/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY TOPI, MAJLINDA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HOLME, THOMAS SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY TRINGALI, NINA TEACHER,FULL TIME WASHINGTON, MARTHA SCHOOL 10/23/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY TUCKER, TYSHEA TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10/23/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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VEGA, CHRISTINA M CLIMATE AND CULTURE COACH CLIMATE & SAFETY 10/09/23 $69,500.00 ANNUAL SALARY WALKER, KEYORI C SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT NEBINGER, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WALKER, MARKEL TEACHER,FULL TIME RHOADS, JAMES SCHOOL 10/25/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY WALKER, EFFIE C SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MC MICHAEL, MORTON SCHOOL 10/30/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WEBB, ELORA TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION DICK, WILLIAM SCHOOL 10/16/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Personnel Hires November 16, 2023 Page 8 of 8 WERNER, ANGELINA L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT COOK-WISSAHICKON SCHOOL 10/16/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WHITFIELD, IYANIA MONE'T SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FRANKFORD HIGH SCHOOL 10/02/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WILLIAMS, LAKISHA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MC MICHAEL, MORTON SCHOOL 10/31/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WILSON, CHANTELLE TEACHER,FULL TIME LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 10/27/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY WINT, KELLIE-SHANYGNE PROGRAM COORDINATOR CATHARINE, JOSEPH W. SCHOOL 10/04/23 $54,553.00 ANNUAL SALARY WRIGHT, SHINIQUE STEP CLINICAL COORDINATOR ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $72,765.00 ANNUAL SALARY YANN, TIDA TEACHER,FULL TIME FURNESS, HORACE HIGH SCHOOL 10/02/23 $53,749.00 ANNUAL SALARY YARED, FEVEN TEACHER,FULL TIME CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 10/09/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY YIP, SARAH RATH TEACHER,FULL TIME MC CLURE, ALEXANDER K. SCHOOL 10/10/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY

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Action Item - 4. Title: Administration’s Recommendation for Termination of Professional Employees (Updated 11.16.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration RESOLVED, that there exists sufficient evidence to support the recommendation of the Superintendent and/or his designee to terminate the employment, from the School District of Philadelphia, of the following professional employees: 1. S.S. and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Education Secretary and President are directed to advise these professional employees of this Action item and of their right to a hearing. Office Originating Request: Talent ATTACHMENTS: Description Type

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Item No. 5 November 16, 2023 RESOLVED, by the Board of Education that the resignations and retirements of the following individuals are accepted effective November 16, 2023 Abney, Denise Overbrook Educational Center Bus Attendant 11/10/2023 Resignation Alexander, Camella Comegys, Benjamin B. School Building Engineer- Group Ii 01/02/2024 Retirement Anand, Smriti Greenfield, Albert M. School Student Climate Staff,3 Hours 10/27/2023 Resignation Austin, Juan Heston, Edward School Teacher,Spec Education 06/14/2024 Retirement Baranich, Allison Disston, Hamilton School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Resignation Barnes, Kimberly Anderson, Add B. School Teacher,Full Time 11/07/2023 Resignation Blalock, Saleema Lowell, James R. School Supportive Services Asst, 3 Hr 11/06/2023 Resignation Bolden-Perry, Paula Kensington Capa Special Education Assistant 10/20/2023 Retirement Bowen, Brenda Fitler Academics Plus Teacher,Full Time 12/22/2023 Resignation Braylyan, Sylvana Frank, Anne School

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Calloway, Natasha Kenderton Elementary Supportive Services Asst, 4 Hr 10/09/2023 Resignation Campbell, Kristen Sheppard, Isaac A. School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Resignation Campbell, Breyell Rhodes Elementary School Special Education Assistant 11/08/2023 Resignation Caraballo, Luis Clemente, Roberto Middle Schl School Safety Officer 01/05/2024 Retirement Carrington, Khadijah Welsh, John School Teacher,Full Time 11/10/2023 Resignation Cartagena, Adrian Juniata Park Academy Special Education Assistant 06/15/2023 Resignation Casanueva, Andrea Southwark School Supportive Services Asst, 4 Hr 10/25/2023 Resignation Cassidy, Nicole Creative And Performing Arts School Counselor, 10 Months 06/14/2024 Resignation Chandler, Emily Meade, Gen. George G. School Teacher,Full Time 12/19/2023 Resignation Chapman, Donna Ludlow, James R. School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Chatterton, Victoria Harding, Warren G. Middle Sch Teacher,Spec Education 11/17/2023 Resignation Ciaverelli, Theresa

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Cornish, Ayana Parkway C.C. Middle College General Cleaner, 8 Hours 10/13/2023 Resignation Cruz, Tina- Marie Northeast Community Propel Acd Teacher,Spec Education 10/26/2023 Resignation Davis, Diane Fox Chase School Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 06/14/2024 Retirement Davis, Tracy Gompers, Samuel School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Delgado, Lourdes Kensington High School School Nurse 01/02/2024 Retirement Delgado, Brittany Girard Academic Music Program Teacher,Spec Education 12/22/2023 Resignation Domenech, Gloria Stetson, John B. Middle School Special Education Assistant 11/03/2023 Resignation Donnelly, Kristy Comly, Watson School Teacher,Spec Education 12/09/2023 Resignation Dougherty, Jennifer Wagner, Gen. Louis Middle Sch. School Counselor, 10 Months 01/08/2024 Resignation Erickson, Kate Roosevelt Elementary School Teacher,Full Time 12/11/2023 Resignation Feeley, Lindsey Prince Hall School Teacher,Full Time 12/15/2023 Resignation Flores, Alder Southwark School Counseling

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Gales, Brandon Facilities Mgmt. & Services Building Engineer Trainee 08/09/2023 Resignation Gallashaw, Mary Ann Willard, Frances E. School Custodial Assistant 02/09/2024 Retirement Gant, Ali Longstreth, William C. School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 10/27/2023 Resignation Garrick, Stephanie Lowell Bright Futures Teacher Asst,Pkhs 11/02/2023 Retirement Giangrante, Tina Mccall, Gen. George A. School Teacher,Spec Education 01/02/2024 Retirement Girman, Emily Washington, George High School Teacher,Full Time 12/15/2023 Resignation Goggins, Amber Bus Attendants- Private Schools Bus Attendant,One To One 10/20/2023 Resignation Goh, Mei Mccall, Gen. George A. School Student Climate Staff,3 Hours 06/15/2023 Resignation Gomer, Merle Day, Anna B. School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Retirement Green, Althea Widener Memorial School Special Education Assistant 01/02/2024 Retirement Gumby, Aliya Shawmont Bright Futures Student Climate St,Erl Ch 5 Hr 10/05/2023 Resignation Hagenbuch, Richard Carpentry

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Hall, Susan Mc Michael Head Start Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Retirement Hayman, Lori Motivation High School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 11/08/2023 Resignation Hood, Verna Dobbins, Murrell High School Climate Support Specialist 01/20/2024 Retirement Howard, Teresa Wright, Richard R. School Secretary I 11/03/2023 Resignation Hurst, Mikayla Peirce, Thomas M. School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 11/10/2023 Resignation Jackson, Karen Heston, Edward School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Johnson, Elizabeth Cooke, Jay Elementary School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 10/03/2023 Retirement Jones, Alpearl Bache-Martin School Bus Attendant,Six Hours 06/14/2024 Retirement Jones, Christian Wright, Richard R. School Food Svcs Worker Senior 11/22/2023 Resignation Jordan, Nyderra Widener Memorial School Bus Attendant,Six Hours 11/01/2023 Resignation Kim, Lisa Key, Francis Scott School Teacher,Full Time 12/19/2023 Resignation Kimble, Sharifa Lincoln High

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Levy, Stanford Passyunk Garage Bus Chauffeur 11/15/2023 Retirement Locks, Barbara Blankenburg, Rudolph School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 12/10/2023 Retirement Malachi- Anthony, April Peirce, Thomas M. School Special Education Assistant 10/06/2023 Resignation Mancini, Elaine Mayfair School Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 10/13/2023 Retirement Mapp, Tammy Hartranft, John F. School Special Education Assistant 10/27/2023 Resignation Martin, Lamarah Building 21 Secretary I 10/20/2023 Resignation Matthews, Richard Fell, D. Newlin School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Retirement Mc Grogan, Robert Shawmont School Principal 06/28/2024 Retirement Mccracken, Brian Strawberry Mansion High School Principal 01/02/2024 Resignation Mitchell, Rosemary Rhawnhurst School Teacher,Full Time 10/13/2023 Resignation Mitchell, Jasmin Olney High School Student Climate Staff,7 Hours 05/26/2023 Resignation Monroe, Malaysia Carnell, Laura H. School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 09/29/2023 Resignation Monte, Shardai

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Murphy, Shakira Phila Juv Justice Svcs Ctr Special Education Assistant 10/30/2023 Resignation Murray, Christian Widener Memorial School Bus Attendant 11/07/2023 Resignation Naberezny, Jayme Office Of Inspector General Inspector General 10/13/2023 Resignation Nassor, Da'Ood Shallcross Garage Bus Chauffeur 5.25- 7.75 Hrs,Pt 01/05/2024 Retirement Nicole, Pittman Gompers, Samuel School Food Svcs Assistant 10/27/2023 Resignation Nottage, Linda Penrose School School Improv Support Liaison 10/24/2023 Resignation Olivera, Karina Munoz-Marin, Hon Luis School Special Education Assistant 11/01/2023 Resignation Oppenheimer, Shauna Meade, Gen. George G. School Step School Behavioral Consult 10/30/2023 Resignation Palmer, Samuel Facilities Mgmt. & Services Building Engineer Trainee 11/10/2023 Resignation Pennock, Tyjana Steel, Edward T. School Student Climate Staff,7 Hours 11/14/2023 Resignation Perrone, Christina Lawton, Henry W. School School Psychologist 12/18/2023 Resignation Ragsdale, Josette

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Rodriguez, Nilsa Barton, Clara School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 10/26/2023 Resignation Rosenberg, Marc Fitzpatrick, A.L. School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Retirement Sanasac, Heather Amy 5 At James Martin Special Education Assistant 10/13/2023 Resignation Savoy Brooks, Malika Chief Academic Office Chief Academic Support Officer 11/10/2023 Resignation Scott, Jamier Furness, Horace High School Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 11/06/2023 Resignation Scott, Charles Broad Street Garage Bus Chauffeur 10/23/2023 Resignation Screen, Tiffany Family & Community Engagement Coord,Family & Community Engmt 10/27/2023 Resignation Skipworth, Naimah Marshall, Thurgood School Teacher,Full Time 01/05/2024 Resignation Smith, Thomas Stetson, John B. Middle School Teacher,Full Time 10/20/2023 Resignation Smith, Veronica Mifflin, Thomas School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 10/26/2023 Resignation Smith, Eileen Moffet, John School Special Education Assistant 11/17/2023 Resignation Snyder, Tina Fox Chase

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Stramitis, Cynthia Accounts Payable Financial Applications Spec 12/01/2023 Retirement Taylor, Aleywa Kelley, William D. School Teacher,Spec Education 12/22/2023 Resignation Thomas, Marille Leadership Development & Eval. Senior Project Manager 11/03/2023 Resignation Thorn Shah, Regina Head Start Central Office Family Service Field Rep 11/02/2023 Retirement Tillman, George Gideon, Edward School Teacher,Full Time 10/27/2023 Resignation Torres, Thays Edison, Thomas A. High School Student Climate Staff,7 Hours 11/10/2023 Resignation Trautner, Michael Sheppard, Isaac A. School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Retirement Webb, Cashenia Morris, Robert School Special Education Assistant 11/02/2023 Resignation White, Yamalia Lincoln, Abraham High School Counseling Asst,Bilingual 11/01/2023 Resignation White, Enaijah Kirkbride, Eliza B. School Special Education Assistant 11/10/2023 Resignation Williams, Minaj Kensington Health Sciences Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 08/29/2023 Resignation

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Action Item - 7. Title: Settlement of Claim - L.G.H. Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Office of General Counsel, to execute and perform a settlement agreement, subject to funding, as follows: With: L.S, individually and as the representative of the estate of P.S. Purpose: To settle claims of L.H., individually and on behalf of L.G.H. against the School District in a civil action Settlement Amount: $135,000 Settlement Agreement Date: On or after 11/17/2023 Location: Administrative Office(s) Description: L.H., on behalf of L.G.H., raised legal claims against the School District alleging civil rights violations and potential state law claims. This action item seeks approval to pay $135,000 as part of a settlement, in exchange for a full and complete general release of all claims

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Action Item - 8. Title: Capital Award for the Provision of Professional Supplemental Staffing ($10,000,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform separate contracts with the lowest responsible bidders, subject to funding, as follows: With: Atane Consulting (MBE) Clovity Constructonomics, LLC Morgan Construction Management Promatech, Inc.(WBE) S. T. Hudson Engineers, Inc. The McCloud Group, LLC (MBE) The McKissack Group, Inc.(M/WBE) 22nd Century Technology, Inc Purpose: Professional supplemental staffing service contracts Start date: 1/2/2024 End date: 12/31/2026 Compensation not to exceed: $10,000,000 Separate Compensation by Vendor: All entities will be paid out of the aggregate amount not to exceed $10,000,000. Location: All Schools Renewal Options: Yes Number of Options: 1

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aggregate amount of 4,000,000 during the option period. Description: The Office of Capital Programs has identified a need for professional services in support of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) implementation to ensure sufficient and proper staffing. This award provides staffing on an as-needed basis to assist Capital Programs completion of the CIP work. The priorities include: new facilities and additions, renovations of existing facilities, life-cycle replacements, and maintaining the physical integrity of existing buildings to meet code requirements and educational programming needs. Staff are fully integrated into the Department and work as a part of the team to complete capital work. The staffing services are for: architecture, engineering, estimating, claims analysis, technical specifications writing, project management, and construction scheduling. Evaluations of services are performed on a

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continuous basis and include professionalism, project milestones delivery, budget, and scheduled assignment completion. Why is this contract needed? The existing contract will expire on 12/31/23. The District will continue to need the existing supplemental staff and may need additional supplemental staff during the term of the new contract. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Our mission is to provide a safe learning environment for children. We do this by identifying and supporting investments in the buildings that the students in Philadelphia learn in. This can include the construction of new buildings, renovating existing facilities, erecting additions and converting existing facilities to accommodate educational program change, and improving existing facility sites. Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be a safe, welcoming

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and healthy place where our students, staff and community want to be and learn each day. How will the success of this contract be measured? Success will be measured by the timely provision of professional staff, who perform their job responsibilities in a timely and competent manner for the rates quoted. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spend reports for verification and potential auditing. Then OMSBD will track the spend through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders. Funding Source(s): FY 23-24 Capital Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs

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Action Item - 9. Title: Capital Award for Structural Repairs at Clara Barton Elementary School ($5,538,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform separate contracts with the lowest responsible bidders, subject to funding, as follows: With: T E Construction Purpose: Structural Repair Project at Clara Barton Elementary School Start date: 11/17/2023 End date: 6/30/2026 Compensation not to exceed: $5,538,000 Location: Barton, Clara School; Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs has identified the need for a structural repair project at Clara Barton Elementary School for roof repair and recoating of the existing roof membrane; repair of exterior masonry work; window replacement; and exterior door refurbishment. The work

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will be monitored daily by an inspector, project manager and construction manager to ensure the contractors are meeting all budget, schedule, and safety requirements of the District. Why is this contract needed? Deteriorating roof membrane and masonry was identified on this building in such requiring fore mentioned repairs. The windows and exterior doors also need to be replaced to provide a thermally enclosed envelope. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Our mission is to provide a safe learning environment for children. We do this by identifying and supporting investments in the buildings that the students in

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Philadelphia learn in. This can include the construction of new buildings, renovating existing facilities, erecting additions and converting existing facilities to accommodate educational program change, and improving existing facility sites. Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be a safe, welcoming and healthy place where our students, staff and community want to be and learn each day. How will the success of this contract be measured? The success of this project is measured by the completion of the construction work in a timely manner. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spend reports for verification and potential auditing. Then OMSBD will track the spend through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders. Funding Source(s): FY24 Capital Budget

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Action Item - 10. Title: Capital Award for Bathroom Renovation at Francis S. Key Elementary School ($1,424,470) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform separate contracts with the lowest responsible bidders, subject to funding, as follows: With: Robert Michaels (General Contractor) GEM Mechanical Services (Mechanical and Plumbing) Hyde Electric Corporation (Electrical) Purpose: Bathroom Renovations Start date: 11/17/2023 End date: 6/30/2026 Compensation not to exceed: $1,424,470 Separate Compensation by Vendor: Robert Michaels (General Contractor) - $787,770 GEM Mechanical Services (Mechanical) - $168,000 GEM Mechanical Services (Plumbing) - $340,000 Hyde Electric Corporation (Electrical) - $128,700 Location: Key, Francis S. School; Renewal Options: No Description:

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impacting other space in the building. The new work will provide spaces that are easier to maintain and meet current building and accessibility codes. An inspector, project manager and construction manager will monitor the project so that the contractors are meeting all budget, schedule, and safety requirements of the District. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Our mission is to provide a safe learning environment for children. We do this by identifying and supporting investments in the buildings that the students in Philadelphia learn in. This can include the construction of new buildings, renovating existing facilities, erecting additions and converting existing facilities to accommodate educational program change, and improving existing facility sites. Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be a safe, welcoming and healthy place where our students, staff and community want to be and learn each day.

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How will the success of this contract be measured? The success of this project will be measured by the completion of the construction work indicated within the stated construction schedule in the contract documents in a timely manner. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spend reports for verification and potential auditing. Then OMSBD will track the spend through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders. Funding Source(s): FY24 Capital Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type

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Action Item - 12. Title: Amendment of the Contract with Hyde Electric Corporation for Electrical Services for the Fire Alarm Replacement at Horace H. Furness High School - No Cost Time Extension Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform an amendment of a contract, subject to funding, as follows: With: Hyde Electric Corporation Purpose: To provide a time adjustment for the provision of electrical services Original Start Date: 5/27/2022 Current End Date: 12/31/2023 Amended End Date: 6/30/2024 Currently Authorized Compensation: $420,000 Additional Compensation: $0 Total New Compensation: $420,000 Location: Furness, Horace High School; Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs (OCP) has identified a need to amend the aforementioned

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Why is this contract amendment needed? A delay of Fire Alarm Replacement project commencement occurred at the submittal review process, postponing the demolition work. Additionally, some previous unknown asbestos containing materials needed to be addressed. These issues delayed the completion of the electrical work, change orders, submission, review and acceptance of as-built drawings and operations, maintenance and warranty manuals as well as the completion of punch list items, commissioning and training of facilities and maintenance personnel and the release the retainage and issuance of the final payment. How will the success of this contract be measured? Success will be measured by the ability to close the project out by June 30, 2024. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spend reports for verification and potential auditing.

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Then OMSBD will track the spend through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals and Guardrails? Amending this contract will enable the work to be completed and help achieve the District’s guardrail of making the school a safe, welcoming, and healthy place where our students, staff, and community want to be and learn daily. If this is the continuation of a contract, how has success been measured in the past, and what specific information do we have to show that it was successful? This is an amendment of an existing contract. The success will be measured by the successful completion of the construction work. This extension will enable the final payment to be processed in a timely manner. The project’s success has been measured by appropriately addressing demolition work delays and asbestos stabilization. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): May 26, 2022; No. 53

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Action Item - 13. Title: Amendment of the Contract with Hyde Electric Corporation Providing Electrical Services for the Electrical Upgrades at Vare-Washington Elementary School - No Cost Time Extension Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform an amendment of a contract, subject to funding, as follows: With: Hyde Electric Corporation Purpose: To provide a time adjustment for the provision of electrical services Original Start Date: 12/13/2019 Current End Date: 12/31/2023 Amended End Date: 6/30/2024 Currently Authorized Compensation: $2,208,000 Additional Compensation: $0 Total New Compensation: $2,208,000 Location: Vare-Washington School Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs (OCP) has identified a need to amend the aforementioned

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Why is this contract amendment needed? The extension of time will allow for the completion of the outstanding work which includes finalizing all HVAC work, change orders, reviewing and accepting as-built drawings, operations, maintenance and warranty manuals, punch list items, commissioning and training facilities and maintenance personnel. Upon completing the aforementioned outstanding activities, the OCP will release the retainage and make the final payment. How will the success of this contract be measured? Success will be measured by the ability to close the project out by June 30, 2024. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spend reports for verification and potential auditing. Then OMSBD will track the spend through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders.

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How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals and Guardrails? Amending this contract will enable the work to be completed and help achieve the District’s guardrail of making the school a safe, welcoming, and healthy place where our students, staff, and community want to be and learn daily. If this is the continuation of a contract, how has success been measured in the past, and what specific information do we have to show that it was successful? This is an amendment of an existing contract. The success will be measured by the successful completion of the construction work. This extension will enable the final payment to be processed in a timely manner. This project's success will be measured by the completion of the construction. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): December 12, 2019; No. 12 May 25, 2023; No. 36 Funding Source(s): FY 23-24 Capital Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type

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Action Item - 14. Title: Change Orders at Various Locations ($2,317,818) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration With: Allstates Mechanical, Ltd. Dolan Mechanical, Inc. Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. Gem Mechanical Services, Inc. Madden Electric Associates, Inc Robert Michaels and Associates, Inc. Rockport Construction Co., Inc. Smith Construction, Inc. TEN A DLH Company Purpose: To pay additional amounts necessitated by change orders for ongoing construction projects. Start Date: 11/17/2023 End Date: Through completion dates for previously approved construction, as well as professional design/structural/architectural services contracts Compensation not to exceed: $2,317,818 Separate Compensation by Vendor and Locations: Allstates Mechanical, Ltd. - Mechanical Contract - Classroom Addition at Mayfair Elementary School $13,779.00 Dolan Mechanical, Inc. - Plumbing Contract - Addition and Major Renovation at Frank, Anne Elementary School $2,731.00

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Dolan Mechanical, Inc. - Plumbing Contract - Science Laboratory at Parkway Northwest $20,180.00 Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc.- General Contract - Building Addition and Classroom Modification at Allen, Ethan Elementary School $229,039.00 Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. - General Contract - Major Renovation and Addition at Richmond Elementary School ($2,715.00) Credit to SDP Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. - General Contract - New Construction at Solis-Cohen, Solomon Elementary School $23,539.00

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Gem Mechanical Services, Inc. - Mechanical Contract - Mechanical Plant Replacement at Pennell, Joseph Elementary School $156,960.00 Madden Electric Associates, Inc - Electrical Contract - New Classroom Addition at Mayfair Elementary School $4,379.00 Robert Michaels and Associates, Inc. - General Contract - Classroom Improvements at Mayfair Elementary School $8,645.00 Robert Michaels and Associates, Inc.- General Contract - Roof Replacement and Facade Repairs at Hartranft, John F. Elementary School ($135,600.00) Credit to SDP Rockport Construction Co., Inc. - General Contract - School Yard Improvements at Pennell, Joseph Elementary School $5,068.00 Smith Construction, Inc. - General Contract - Major Renovation at Forrest, Edwin Elementary School $13,992.00 TEN A DLH Company - General Contract - Energy Savings Upgrades GESA-21 at Beeber, Dimner Middle School $1,487,257.00 TEN A DLH Company - General Contract - Energy Savings Upgrades GESA-21 at

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Bethune, Mary McLeod Elementary School ($17,294.00) Credit to SDP TEN A DLH Company - General Contract - Energy Savings Upgrades GESA-21 at Brown, Joseph H. Elementary School $507,858.00 Description: This action item is to approve modifications to active construction contracts for new construction, major renovations, and life cycle replacement projects approved in the Capital Budget. The change order process addresses modifications to contracts for work that is added, deleted, or otherwise modified from the original project design and scope of work. Change orders occur due to design errors, design omissions, unforeseen conditions, and requests from the District to ensure the completeness of the project. The Office of Capital Programs reviews, negotiates and approves change orders subject to Board approval so that construction work is not interrupted due to change orders. The total number of construction projects, relative to the change orders, is 10, valued at

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$179,980,414. The total amount of the change orders to be presented to the Board of Education, for its approval, at the November 16, 2023 meeting is $2,317,818 which is 2.12% of the total value of the aforementioned 10 construction projects. Our current change order rate on all open construction contracts is 2.5% of which 0.51% are design error(s) and 0.41% are design omission(s), 1.23% are unforeseen conditions and 0.72% are owner’s requests. The Office of Capital Programs works with the Office of General Counsel to determine the most effective approach to hold the Architects of Record accountable for errors and omissions and recover money for the District. Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be a safe, welcoming, and healthy place where our students, staff, and community want to be and learn daily.

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Action Item - 15. Title: Contract with R. F. Design and Integration, Inc. for Security Camera Installation ($500,980) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform a contract, subject to funding, as follows: With: R. F. Design & Integration, Inc. Purpose: Installation of a comprehensive updated digital CCTV security camera and video management system at Northeast High School Start date: 11/17/2023 End date: 10/19/2024 Compensation not to exceed: $500,980 Location: Northeast High School Renewal Options: Yes Number of Options: 1 Duration of each option to extend: Years: 1 Months: Maximum compensation authorized per option period: No additional compensation beyond what is currently authorized. Description: Why is this contract needed?

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The Office of School Safety is responsible for physical security technology across all District schools and properties, including CCTV security systems for building security. The Office of School Safety, in partnership with other District offices, is leading a transformative update of the District’s CCTV security camera infrastructure. All schools currently served by an analog CCTV system will be updated with modern, digital CCTV systems with improved interior and exterior coverage, and be served by a video management system to improve system

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performance and reliability. Schools already served by digital CCTV systems will be integrated into the video management system. This project is Accelerate Phily Strategic Action 1.3, and funded by a Capital investment. This action item authorizes R. F. Design & Integration, Inc. to perform the installation and update of the CCTV security camera system and video management system at Northeast High School. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? The District’s security technology infrastructure, including CCTV security camera systems aligns directly with Guardrail 1 in support of safe schools. How will the success of the contract be measured? The success of this contract will be measured by on-time, on-budget completion of the installation, as well as an improved fully operational CCTV security system that offers School Safety personnel and school administrators effective visibility across the school campus. Funding Source(s):

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Action Item - 16. Title: Approval of Release and Settlement Agreement with Aspira Bilingual Cyber Charter School (“Aspira Cyber”), Payment of Funds by Aspira Cyber to settle withholding requests to PDE, Payment of Funds by the School District to settle the 2022-2023 Reconciliation, and withdrawal by Aspira Cyber from Commonwealth Court litigation and other PDE appeals - Added 11.14.2023 Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Board of Education will consider a proposed Release and Settlement Agreement by and between the School District of Philadelphia (“School District”) and Aspira Bilingual Cyber Charter School (“Aspira Cyber”). Aspira Cyber is a cyber charter school authorized to operate as a public charter school in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Pursuant to the Charter School Law, 24 P.S. §§ 17-1701-A et seq., resident students of the City of Philadelphia enrolled in Aspira Cyber.

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The School District pays Aspira Cyber per-pupil payments for the Philadelphia resident students enrolled in Aspira Cyber. Various disputes have arisen between the School District and Aspira Cyber regarding whether the School District has overpaid or underpaid Aspira Cyber for various school years. Aspira Cyber sought and received from the Secretary of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Education (“PDE”) amounts withheld from the School District’s state payments for additional funds related to Aspira Cyber’s enrollment in various school years, to which the School District filed multiple objections and hearing demands and other withholdings and/or objections related to enrollment that have not yet been docketed by PDE (“Aspira Cyber Administrative Appeals”); and There are pending disputes between the School District and Aspira Cyber relating to the deductions of amounts constituting expenditures of federal funds, prekindergarten expenses,

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and certain portions of the Ready to Learn grant funds from total expenditures when calculating charter school per-pupil rates. Certain administrative matters had originated in actions brought by certain charter schools, including Aspira Cyber, against the School District (collectively “PDE Appeals”) and those actions pending in the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court (collectively “Commonwealth Court Appeals”); On November 16, 2023, the Board of Education will be considering an action item to approve and authorize execution of the Release and Settlement Agreement with Aspira Cyber which shall include, without limitation, the following terms: 1. Aspira Cyber shall pay to the School District the total amount of Sixty-One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty-Eight Dollars and Thirty-Three Cents ($61,558.33) for the final resolution of the 2021-2022 school year reconciliation and to settle the Aspira Cyber Administrative Appeals.

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2. The School District shall pay Aspira Cyber the total amount of Three Hundred Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Eight Dollars and Eighty-One Cents ($306,328.81) for the final resolution of the 2022-2023 reconciliation. 3. Aspira Cyber shall withdraw any requests for subsidy withholdings submitted to PDE for which withholdings have not yet been made from the School District’s subsidy, including the PDE Appeals. 4. The School District shall withdraw or discontinue any objections, requests for

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hearing, or administrative appeals the School District has filed with PDE in the Aspira Cyber Administrative Appeals. 5. ASPIRA CYBER and its counsel shall promptly withdraw or dismiss its claims in the pending Commonwealth Court Appeals and take whatever action is requested or required by the Commonwealth Court to withdraw and terminate its claims in the Commonwealth Court Appeals with prejudice. Office Originating Request: General Counsel ATTACHMENTS: Description Type

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Action Item - 17. Title: Settlement of Claim – Jane Doe (Added 11.14.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 11/16/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Office of General Counsel, to execute and perform a settlement agreement, subject to funding, as follows: With: Jane Doe, a Pseudonym Purpose: To settle claims of Jane Doe against the School District, the Board of Education, the School Reform Commission, Catherine Blunt and Margaret Holloman in civil actions in state and federal court Settlement Amount: $6,900,000 Settlement Agreement Date: On or after 11/17/2023 Location: Administration Office(s) Description: Jane Doe raised claims against the District alleging violation of state and federal law. This action item seeks authorization to settle and resolve all disputes with the School District defendants, including payment in exchange for a full and complete general

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