receive or display on or over the District’s internet, applications, systems, computers or network resources, including personal files or any use of the District’s internet, computers or network resources, including stored files and email. The District reserves the right to monitor, track, and log network access and use; monitor file server space utilization by District users; or deny access to prevent unauthorized, inappropriate or illegal activity and may revoke access privileges and/or administer appropriate disciplinary action. The District shall cooperate to the extent legally required with the Internet Service Providers (ISPs), local, state and federal officials in any investigation concerning or related to the misuse of the District’s internet and technology resources. [6][7][8] Mandatory Regulatory Procedures The District shall inform staff, students, parents/guardians and other users about this policy annually, at a minimum.[17]
The District-provided email is the official email of record for the District and must be used by employees and authorized users for all official District business, including but not limited to email communication with District staff, students, parents/guardians, family members, associates, contractors, external agencies, and service providers. Similarly, students are encouraged to use District email to communicate in connection with educational, extracurricular, and cocurricular activities only. Users are prohibited from directly registering or obtaining Internet domain names, Internet address space, security certificates or other related Internet services on behalf of or representing any school, administrative office or the district as a whole. The district has the right to place restrictions on the use of equipment, resources and material users access or disclose through the district’s Internet, computers and network resources. Users Page 2 of 11
are expected to follow School Reform Commission policies and administrative procedures governing conduct and discipline, and law and regulations, in their use of the district’s Internet, technology and network resources. This access has not been established as a public access service or a public forum. All district employees and students shall have access to the Internet through the district’s private network. Parents/Guardians may specifically request that their children not be provided such access by notifying the district in writing. The district makes no guarantee that the functions or the services provided by or through the district Internet, computers or network resources will be error-free or without defect. The district is not responsible for any damage suffered, including, but not limited to, loss of data or interruptions of service. The district is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of the information obtained through or
stored on the Internet or network resources. The district shall not be responsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the Internet or network resources. The SRC declares that computer and network use is a privilege, not a right. The district’s computer and network resources are the property of the district. Users shall have no expectation of privacy in anything they create, store, send, delete, receive or display on or over the district’s Internet, computers or network resources, including personal files or any use of the district’s Internet, computers or network resources. The district reserves the right to monitor, track, and log network access and use; monitor fileserver space utilization by district users; or deny access to prevent unauthorized, inappropriate or illegal activity and may revoke access privileges and/or administer appropriate disciplinary action. The district shall cooperate to the extent legally
required with the Internet Service Providers (ISPs), local, state and federal officials in any investigation concerning or related to the misuse of the district’s Internet, computers and network resources. [6][7][8] Users must utilize the district’s wired and wireless networks for access to the Internet when operating in or attending district schools and facilities. No other method or means of network access (e.g., modem, WiFi hotspot, personal Internet access, open WiFi networks, etc.) is permitted while connected to a district network or while using a district technology resource. The BoardSRC requires all users to fully comply with this policy and to immediately report any violations or suspicious activities to the Superintendent or designee. The Superintendent and Chief Information Officer shall, by mutual agreement be permitted to make an exception to any provision contained within this policy, provided that such exception is:
1. In full compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations; and 2. Required to ensure the safety or security of district students, staff, parents/guardians, associates, technology systems or services; or Page 3 of 11
3. Deemed a critical operational necessity. Filtering/Inappropriate Material The district reserves the right to restrict access to any Internet sites or functions it deems inappropriate through established policy, or the use of software and/or online server blocking. Specifically, as required by law and in recognition of the need to establish a safe environment, the district operates and enforces a technology protection measure(s) that blocks or filters access to inappropriate matter by minors on its computers used and accessible to adults and students. The technology protection measure shall be enforced during use of computers and other electronic devices with Internet access.[3][4][9] The SRC authorizes the Superintendent or designee to establish a list of materials that are inappropriate for access by users, which shall include but not be limited to:[4] 1. Obscene. 2. Child pornography. 3. Harmful to minors. 4. Other materials prohibited by law or this policy.
Upon request by staff, the Filtering Review Committee shall expedite review and may authorize the adjusting of Internet blocking/filtering software to enable access to material that is blocked through technology protection measures, in accordance with applicable law. [10][3][9] Definitions The term child pornography is defined under both federal and state law. Child pornography - under federal law, is any visual depiction, including any photograph, film, video, picture, or computer or computer-generated image or picture, whether made or produced by electronic, mechanical, or other means, of sexually explicit conduct, where:[1] 1. The production of such visual depiction involves the use of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct; 2. Such visual depiction is a digital image, computer image, or computer-generated image that is, or is indistinguishable from, that of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct; or
3. Such visual depiction has been created, adapted, or modified to appear that an identifiable minor is engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Page 4 of 11
Child pornography - under state law, is any book, magazine, pamphlet, slide, photograph, film, videotape, computer depiction or other material depicting a child under the age of eighteen (18) years engaging in a prohibited sexual act or in the simulation of such act.[2] The term harmful to minors is defined under both federal and state law. Harmful to minors - under federal law, is any picture, image, graphic image file or other visual depiction that:[3][4] 1. Taken as a whole, with respect to minors, appeals to a prurient interest in nudity, sex or excretion; 2. Depicts, describes or represents in a patently offensive way with respect to what is suitable for minors, an actual or simulated sexual act or sexual contact, actual or simulated normal or perverted sexual acts, or lewd exhibition of the genitals; and 3. Taken as a whole lacks serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value as to minors.
Harmful to minors - under state law, is any depiction or representation in whatever form, of nudity, sexual conduct, sexual excitement, or sadomasochistic abuse, when it:[5] 1. Predominantly appeals to the prurient, shameful, or morbid interest of minors; 2. Is patently offensive to prevailing standards in the adult community as a whole with respect to what is suitable for minors; and 3. Taken as a whole lacks serious literary, artistic, political, educational or scientific value for minors. Obscene - any material or performance, if:[5] 1. The average person applying contemporary community standards would find that the subject matter taken as a whole appeals to the prurient interest; 2. The subject matter depicts or describes in a patently offensive way, sexual conduct described in the law to be obscene; and 3. The subject matter, taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political, educational or scientific value.
Technology protection measure - a specific technology that blocks or filters Internet access to visual depictions that are obscene, child pornography or harmful to minors.[4] Delegation of Responsibility The district shall make every effort to ensure that students and staff use this resource responsibly. Page 5 of 11
The district shall inform staff, students, parents/guardians and other users about this policy through posting on the district website and by other appropriate methods. A copy of this policy shall be provided to parents/guardians, upon written request.[9] By accessing the district’s Internet, technology and network resources, users acknowledge awareness of the provisions of this policy, and awareness that the district uses monitoring systems to monitor and detect inappropriate use and may use tracking systems to track and recover lost or stolen equipment. [11] The Chief Information Officer shall be responsible for the development, publication, implementation and ongoing administration and enforcement of the procedures, processes and techniques required to protect the district’s technology systems and services from unauthorized access, loss or misuse. School principals have the responsibility to establish a plan to ensure adequate supervision of
students and are also responsible for interpreting and enforcing this policy at the local level. Administrators, teachers and staff have a professional responsibility to work together to help students develop the intellectual skills necessary to discern among information sources, to identify information appropriate to their age and developmental levels, and to evaluate and use the information to meet their educational goals. Students, staff and other authorized individuals have the responsibility to respect and protect the rights of every other user in the district and on the Internet. The Superintendent or designee shall be responsible for recommending technology and developing procedures and plans used to determine whether the district's computers are being used for purposes prohibited by law or for accessing sexually explicit materials. The procedures shall include, but not be limited to:[12][3][4]
1. Utilizing a technology protection measure that blocks or filters Internet access for minors and adults to certain visual depictions that are obscene, child pornography, harmful to minors with respect to use by minors, or determined inappropriate for use by minors by the SRC. 2. Maintaining and securing a usage log. 3. Monitoring online activities of minors. The Superintendent or designee shall develop and implement administrative procedures that ensure students are educated on network etiquette and other appropriate online behavior, including:[4] 1. Interaction with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms. Page 6 of 11
2. Cyberbullying awareness and response.[13][14] Guidelines Safety It is the district’s goal to protect users of the network from harassment and unwanted or unsolicited electronic communications. Any network user who receives threatening, unwelcome or inappropriate electronic communications or inadvertently visits or accesses an inappropriate site shall report such immediately to a teacher or administrator. Users shall not reveal personal information to other users on the network, including chat rooms, email, social networking websites, etc. Personal information includes, but is not limited to, name, email address, home address, telephone number, school address, work address, pictures or video clips. Internet safety measures and administrative procedures shall effectively address the following:[12][4] 1. Control of access by minors to inappropriate matter on the Internet and World Wide Web. 2. Safety and security of minors when using email, chat rooms, and other forms of direct
electronic communications. 3. Prevention of unauthorized online disclosures or access by minors, including "hacking" and other unlawful activities. 4. Unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information regarding minors. 5. Restriction of minors’ access to materials harmful to them. Security The electronic transfer or transmission of confidential information shall require the use of secure and encrypted communication protocols. Use of employee ID numbers (EIDNs) and Social Security numbers (SSNs) shall be in accordance with SRC policy and administrative procedures. [22] Users are responsible for the use of their individual access account(s) and should take all reasonable precautions to prevent others from being able to use their account(s), including coworkers, friends or family. Every user ID, system account and application account must be authenticated with a password. System security is protected through the use of passwords. Failure to adequately protect or
Page 7 of 11
update passwords in accordance with established procedures could result in unauthorized access to personal or district files. To protect the integrity of the system, these guidelines shall be followed: 1. Users shall not reveal their passwords to another individual. 2. Users are not to use a computer that has been logged in under another student's, employee's or guest's name. 3. Every account shall be limited to one (1) active session at a time. 4. Any user identified as a security risk or having a history of problems with other computer systems may be denied access to the network. 5. Unauthorized attempts to log on to the district’s network or systems, or any other network or systems, as a system administrator is prohibited. 6. Users should immediately notify a teacher or system administrator of any possible security problem. Email The district-provided email is the official email of record for the district and must be used by
employees for all official district business, including but not limited to email communication with district staff, students, parents/guardians, family members, associates, and external agencies and service providers. Users shall not post, advertise or disclose for public viewing in either print or electronic form, the email address of any person or persons without their explicit permission. Students may be given access to district-provided email with the explicit approval of the Superintendent or designee. Guests/Contractors are not automatically eligible for a district email account. Email or network access accounts may be granted if directly sponsored by a district administrator and it has been determined by the Superintendent or designee that a technical need exists. Users shall not utilize district-provided email or network accounts to register for any online service or social media platform that is not specifically authorized or sanctioned by the district.
Additionally, users shall not utilize email to transmit sensitive information including, but not limited to, social security numbers, credit card numbers, bank account numbers, or passwords. All electronic systems, hardware, software, temporary or permanent files and any related systems or devices used in the transmission, receipt or storage of email are the property of the district. Email messages are considered to be district property and may be retrieved, if necessary, from servers or individual computers even though deleted by the sender and receiver. Email Page 8 of 11
communications that qualify as district records shall be maintained in accordance with applicable policy, administrative procedures and/or record retention schedule(s).[15] Use of the district email system is subject to all applicable laws, regulations, SRC policies and district administrative procedures. Prohibitions Users are expected to act in a responsible, ethical and legal manner in accordance with SRCBoard policy and dDistrict administrative procedures, accepted rules of network etiquette, and federal and state laws and regulations. Specifically, the following uses are prohibited: [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14] 1. Users shall not use the district’s Internet, technology or network resources to access, send, receive, transfer, view, share, or download material that is profane, obscene, pornographic, advocates illegal acts, or that advocates violence or discrimination towards other people (e.g. hate literature).[16]
2. Users shall not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any computer system or network. This includes attempting to log in through another person’s account or access another person’s files. These actions are illegal, even if only for the purposes of browsing, snooping, or electronic discovery. 3. Users shall not deliberately disrupt or harm hardware, systems or files; interfere with computer or network performance; interfere with another’s ability to use equipment and systems; or destroy data. 4. Users shall not use the district’s Internet, technology or network resources to engage in illegal acts, such as arranging for a drug sale or the purchase of weapons; engaging in criminal gang activity; threatening the safety of persons; and accessing, sharing, distributing or reproducing unauthorized copyrighted materials.[17][18][19][24][6] 5. Users shall not utilize peer-to-peer computer applications, file sharing services, or
execute programs to facilitate the downloading or exchange of copyrighted or unauthorized materials.[19] 6. Users shall not solicit information with the intent of using such information to cause personal harm or bodily injury to another or others. 7. Users shall not post or distribute information that could endanger an individual, cause personal damage or cause service disruption. 8. Users shall not knowingly or recklessly post false or defamatory information about a person or organization. Page 9 of 11
9. Users shall not intentionally seek information on, obtain copies of, or modify files, data or passwords belonging to other users. 10. Users shall not directly or indirectly make network or computer connections that create backdoors to the district, other organizations, community groups, etc., thus allowing unauthorized access to the district’s network or information systems. 11. Users shall not use obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, hateful, threatening or disrespectful language. 12. Users shall not engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks. 13. Users shall not harass another person.[20][21] 14. Users shall not repost or distribute a message that was sent to them privately without the permission of the person who sent the message. 15. Users shall not forward or post chain letters or engage in spamming. Spamming is sending an annoying or unnecessary message to a large number of people.
16. Users shall not install, use or reproduce unauthorized or unlicensed software on district resources.[19] 17. Users shall not plagiarize works that they find on the Internet or other resources.[19] 18. Users shall not use district Internet, technology, or network resources for private business activities, commercial or for-profit purposes, product advertisement, or unreasonable personal use. 19. Users shall not use the district’s Internet, technology, or network resources for political lobbying, politically oriented advocacy, or for matters related to the business of a collective bargaining unit or employee union. 20. Users shall not engage in bullying/cyberbullying.[13][14] 21. Users shall not transmit material likely to be offensive or objectionable to recipients. 22. Users shall not engage in impersonation of another user, anonymity, and pseudonyms. 23. Users shall not disable or bypass the Internet blocking/filtering software without
authorization. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of proxy avoidance software and hardware, network tunneling, or file sharing software. 24. Users shall not access, send, receive, transfer, view, share or download confidential information without authorization. Page 10 of 11
25. Users are prohibited from directly registering or obtaining Internet domain names, Internet address space, security certificates or other related Internet services on behalf of or representing any school, administrative office or the district as a whole. 26. Users may not acquire, contract with, or utilize unauthorized technology-based software, hardware, systems or external hosting services on behalf of or representing any school, administrative office or the district as a whole. Authorization for such use shall require explicit approval by the Superintendent or designee. 27. Students shall not agree to meet with someone they have met on the Internet without their parent’s/guardian’s approval and participation. 28. Students shall not access material that is harmful to minors or is determined inappropriate for minors in accordance with SRC policy. 29. Students shall not download files unless approved by their teacher. Copyright
The illegal use of copyrighted materials is prohibited. Any data uploaded to or downloaded from the network shall be subject to fair use guidelines and applicable laws and regulations.[19][23] Consequences for Inappropriate Use Users shall be responsible for damages to technology equipment, systems, and software resulting from deliberate or willful acts.[9] Illegal use of the network; intentional deletion or damage to files or data belonging to others; copyright violations; and theft of services shall be reported to the appropriate legal authorities for possible prosecution. General rules for behavior and communications apply when using the Internet, in addition to the stipulations of this policy.[6] Vandalism shall result in loss of access privileges, disciplinary action, and/or legal proceedings. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, Internet or
other networks; this includes, but is not limited to, uploading or creating computer viruses. Failure to comply with this policy or inappropriate use of the Internet, district network or technology shall result in usage restrictions, loss of access privileges, disciplinary action, and/or legal proceedings, in accordance with applicable law, regulations and SRC policies.[6][7][8] Legal References: 1. 20 U.S. Code § 1232g, et seq. Page 11 of 11
2. 47 U.S.C. § 254 3. 47 CFR § 54.520 4. 15 U.S.C. §§ 6501–6506 5. Policy 300- Employee Code of Ethics 6. Policy 218- Student Conduct and Discipline 7. Policy 233 - Suspension and Expulsion 8. Policy 317- Employee Conduct and Reporting Requirements 9. Policy 717- District-Issued Mobile Communications Devices 10. Policy 717.1- District-Issued Computers and Mobile Computing Devices 11. Policy 317- Employee Conduct and Reporting Requirements 12. Policy 316- Staff Use of Social Media and Electronic Communications 13. Policy 249- Bullying/Cyberbullying 14. Policy 237- Student Use of Electronic Devices 15. Policy 235- Student Rights and Responsibilities 16. Policy 220- Student Expression 17. 24 P.S. §4604 Related Information: 24 P.S. §4601, et seq. Policy 103 - Nondiscrimination in School and Classroom Practices Policy 103.1 - Nondiscrimination-Qualified Students With Disabilities/Protected Handicapped Students Pol. 104 - Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices
Pol. 220 - Student Expression/Distribution Page 12 of 11
Effective: Administrative Procedures for Acceptable Use of Internet, Technology, and Network Resources (Attachment for Policy No. 815) Purpose These Administrative Procedures are directed to employees, contractors, students, parents/guardians, and other authorized parties who use internet, technology, and/or network resources managed by the School District of Philadelphia (“District”). The goal is to provide clear expectations to all parties regarding the use of District internet, technology, and/or network resources. Definitions Acceptable Use Agreement (AUA): An electronic agreement that establishes the rules and guidelines that govern use of District technology resources, including but not limited to, District internet, applications and systems, and other technologies. An AUA must be reviewed and accepted by any authorized user accessing a District-issued account through a web portal (e.g., District staff, students, guardians) in order to be granted access to the system.
Website Publisher/Web Publisher: Any District staff member who has completed the necessary website accessibility training and been granted access to one or more District websites for content creation and management purposes. Procedures Acceptable Use Agreements Acceptable Use Agreements (AUA) are issued electronically to all authorized users who access District systems using a web portal, including the Employee Portal, Student Portal, and Parent Portal. Review and acceptance of the appropriate AUA is required at the following times: 1. The first time an authorized user logs into their District-managed account 2. The start of each school year on or around September 1. Failure to accept an Acceptable Use Agreement will result in an inability to access all District systems and technology resources. AUAs are managed for three major user groups who review and agree via the following web portals: ● Students via the Student Portal
● Staff (Employees, Non-District staff, other authorized users) via the Employee Portal ● Guardians via the Parent Portal Below are the key tenets for acceptable use within each population. Page 1 of 5
Effective: Students 1. Understand and Respect Rules: Students should understand and adhere to the rules set forth in the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), including those related to privacy, safety, and respect for others. Students should also keep in mind that the District’s Student Code of Conduct may also apply to online behaviors both in and out of school per the Student Code of Conduct. 2. Secure Personal Information: Students should protect their personal information and not share login credentials or other sensitive details with others. 3. Cyberbullying: Students must understand that cyberbullying will not be tolerated, and that they should report any instances they encounter to a teacher or other school staff member. Students may also make a report following the protocols found on the Bullying, Harassment, and/or Discrimination reporting website: https://www.philasd.org/studentrights/bhd/. Links to Student Acceptable Use Agreements by Grade Band
Grades K - 2: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Grades 3 - 5: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Grades 6 - 8: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Grades 9 - 12: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Staff 1. Model Good Behavior: Teachers, school staff, and any other District staff in routine contact with students should model appropriate and safe online behavior for students. 2. Data Privacy: Staff must adhere to applicable guidelines, Internet Privacy Policy, student data privacy recommendations, and Board Policies (e.g. Policy 216-Student Records, Policy 324- Personnel Files) and protect the privacy of student and employee data at all times, only accessing and sharing data as required by their role. Administrators should understand their role in data governance, ensuring data is managed and used in a way that complies with legal and ethical obligations, and promoting a culture of data security within the District. 3. Multi-Factor Authentication and Secure Access: Staff who have access to sensitive
student data either through the Student Information System, or Easy IEP should enable and utilize this service to protect against cyber security threats. You can set up multi-factor authentication here: https://www.philasd.org/technologyservices/mfa/ Staff are also expected to use strong, unique passwords. 4. Reasonable Usage of District Technology Resources: Usage of streaming services is largely prohibited at the District. Use of YouTube and similar services should be limited to instructional and educational needs. Please also be aware that personal licenses for streaming services may restrict certain uses of these services in certain situations (i.e. using Netflix in a classroom). Page 2 of 5
Effective: Link to Employee Acceptable Use Agreement: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Guardians 1. Model Good Behavior: Guardians should model appropriate and safe online behavior for their children. 2. Secure Personal Information and Student Information: Guardians should protect their personal information and the personal information and educational data of children they have authorized access to. Guardians should not share login credentials or other sensitive details with others. Link to Guardian Acceptable Use Agreement: IN DEVELOPMENT FOR AUGUST 2024 Guidelines for Digital Citizenship 1. Digital Etiquette: Users must understand the need for respectful and responsible behavior when interacting with others online. This includes avoiding behaviors such as cyberbullying, posting disrespectful comments, and intentionally spreading false information. Some lapses in digital etiquette may give rise to discipline.
2. Privacy and Security: Users should be good stewards of digital information being shared online and only make files available to those with an explicit need to know. They should use strong, unique passwords and keep them confidential. 3. Intellectual Property and Copyright: Users must respect the intellectual property of others and not share copyrighted material without permission, and properly citing sources when using others' work. See Policy 814- Copyright Material. 4. Generative AI Use: Users should be aware of the ethical considerations and potential misuse of generative AI technologies, including the possibility of generating misleading or harmful content and/or plagiarism. 5. Responsible Content Sharing: Users should understand the importance of considering the validity and potential impact of information before sharing it online. This includes recognizing and not sharing "deepfake" content, or content generated or
manipulated by AI to mislead or harm others. See Policy 320- Freedom of Speech and Political Activities. 6. Cybersecurity Awareness: Users should report any suspicious activity or perceived threats to the District's cybersecurity team using helpdesk@philasd.org. Website Publisher Agreements The District’s Webmaster team within OITDM establishes the agreements for web publishers and sponsoring administrative superiors here. Identified web publishers must complete a mandatory webinar, which includes content on website accessibility requirements, found here before being granted access to edit any District website. Page 3 of 5
Effective: School-based web publishers are assigned by their school administrator using Role Access Delegation. Central Office-based web publishers must submit the web publisher authorization form found here in coordination with the Chief or cabinet-level executive that oversees the department or division website. Wired and Wireless Internet Access Staff and students are expected to connect to the District’s internet on District-issued devices using their District-issued username and password. The School District of Philadelphia does not provide any technical support for any individual (staff, student, guest, etc) who chooses to use a personal device on the District’s internet network. Access to the District’s wired and wireless internet networks is governed by the following tenets: 1. Secure Connections: Users should only connect to secure, authorized District wireless networks or private, secure home networks used for remote work and avoid using
public, unsecured networks when accessing sensitive data. 2. Device Security: Any District issued device connecting to the District's wireless network should have up-to-date antivirus software and operating systems to minimize security risks. 3. Network Etiquette: Users should respect network resources and not engage in activities that intentionally disrupt network performance or security, such as excessive downloading, streaming, or the use of unauthorized or illegal applications. The District controls web filtering and monitors network usage. 4. Security Incidents: If a user suspects that the security of their District-issued device or the wireless network has been compromised, they should report the incident immediately to helpdesk@philasd.org. 5. Compliance with Policies: Use of the wireless internet implies acceptance of and compliance with the District's security policies, procedures, and protocols as well as
any applicable laws and regulations. See Policy 829 - Information Security for more information. 6. Network Monitoring: Users should be aware that the school district reserves the right to monitor network usage for the purpose of maintaining network security and performance. Guest Access to the District’s Wireless Network Guest access to the District’s wireless network must be sponsored by an existing active District staff member for: ● Individual Users ○ Maximum duration of access is 30 days Page 4 of 5
Effective: ○ ● An on-site event (such as a Back To School Night) ○ Maximum duration of access is 5 days Information on sponsoring Guest Accounts can be found at https://www.philasd.org/ithelpdesk/nac/. Digital Access Requests Any District staff member may submit a request to block or unblock an internet resource (website, application, or extension) using the Digital Access Request application found in the Employee Portal (https://www.philasd.org/login). In most cases, the school or department administrator must approve the filtering request prior to its review by the Office of Information Technology and Data Management. Submissions that identify ways staff or students are circumventing District security methods are directed immediately to the Information Security team for review. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Reporting Potential Policy Violations and/or Suspicious Activity Protocols for reporting suspicious activities and/or conduct that violates this Policy:
1. Identification: Users should be alert for what constitutes suspicious activity or policy violation, such as phishing attempts, unauthorized system access, misuse of data, or inappropriate online behavior. 2. Immediate Reporting: Any suspicious activities or policy violations should be reported immediately to abuse@philasd.org to mitigate potential damage. Delays in reporting can escalate the impact of a security incident. 3. Non-Retaliation: There should be no retaliation for reporting suspicious activities or violations of the Acceptable Use Policy. 4. Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of the reporter to the greatest extent possible under law and other Board Policies. Maintenance Schedule These Administrative Procedures will be reviewed upon review of the Policy, or upon a triggering event. Page 5 of 5
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA No. 829 SECTION: 800 Operations TITLE: (New Policy) - Policy 829 Information Security ADOPTED: REVISED: (NEW POLICY) - POLICY 829 INFORMATION SECURITY Purpose As a custodian of sensitive data belonging to students, employees, and parents, the Board of Education (“Board”) recognizes its responsibility to safeguard this data from unauthorized use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. While data loss or compromises can be caused by human error, hardware malfunction, natural disaster, security breach, etc., and may not be completely preventable, the Board enacts this Policy to promote confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information assets owned and operated by the School District of Philadelphia (“District”). This Policy directs the District to establish a framework for risk management in the information security arena and sets the strategic and operational security activities in-line with business objectives. Authority
As authorized by the Pennsylvania Public School Code, the Board may adopt and enforce such reasonable rules and regulations as it may deem necessary and proper regarding the management of its school affairs. [1] Furthermore, as required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Board shall protect all personally identifiable information in education records from disclosure to unauthorized parties and without parental consent. [2] Delegation of Responsibility The Board directs the Superintendent or their designee, through the Office of Information Technology and Data Management (OITDM), to develop Administrative Procedures and other protocols that outline how the District will manage security risk to information assets across the following domains: Identify Protect Detect Respond Recover OITDM shall develop these Administrative Procedures and protocols to take into account industry best practices.
OITDM shall outline the plan for training of users of District information assets and systems in Administrative Procedures. OITDM shall report on the information security strategy and implementation periodically to the Superintendent and the Board. The Board emphasizes the shared responsibility of people and teams across the District to uphold the principles and administrative procedures set forth within this policy. Legal References: 1. 24 P.S. § 5-510 2. 20 U.S.C.A. §1232g, et seq. Administrative Procedures: Information Security Policy Cover Sheet Policy 829 Information Security Administrative Procedures
Effective: Administrative Procedures for Information Security (Attachment for Policy No. 829) Purpose As a custodian of sensitive data belonging to students, employees, and parents, the Board of Education (“Board”) recognizes its responsibility to safeguard this data from unauthorized use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. While data loss or compromises can be caused by human error, hardware malfunction, natural disaster, security breach, etc., and may not be completely preventable, the purpose of Policy 829 and its Administrative Procedures is to promote confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information assets owned and operated by the School District of Philadelphia (“District”). These Administrative Procedures and the protocols linked within establish a framework for risk management in the information security arena and sets the strategic and operational security activities in-line with business objectives. Definitions
The following definitions apply to these Administrative Procedures and all individual protocols linked within: Confidentiality: The assurance that information resources are only accessible to those authorized to have access and is protected throughout its lifecycle. Integrity: The safeguarding of the accuracy and completeness of information and the processing methods that are applied to a given piece of information or data set. Availability: The guarantee that authorized users have access to information and IT services when required. Information Asset: Any data, information, or IT service, in any format, that the District owns or manages for which the District is responsible. This can include software, hardware, data, intellectual property, and personal information. Information Systems: The IT infrastructure, networks, and applications enabling the processing, transfer, and storage of information used as a part of the District’s core operations.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST): Agency of the United States Department of Commerce whose mission promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology. NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A security and policy framework of computer security guidance for how organizations can assess and improve their ability to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from cyber attacks. Page 1 of 4
Effective: Cybersecurity Risk: The potential that a given threat might exploit a vulnerability associated with an asset or group of assets, resulting in harm to the organization. Unauthorized Access: Any access to District information or information assets that has not been explicitly approved by the appropriate authority (e.g., person, team, etc.). Non-Compliance: Failure to act in accordance with a stated rule, regulation, or policy. Procedures The District is committed to managing security risk to information assets across five domains: Identify; Protect; Detect; Respond; Recover. Under each domain, the Office of Information Technology and Data Management (OITDM) maintains protocols that take into account industry best practices. Many of these protocols are available to the public and linked below. However, due to security risks associated with publicizing the District’s entire information security plan, several protocols
remain confidential and accessible only to designated OITDM staff. Publicly accessible protocols include details about providing training to users of District information assets and systems, where applicable. Information Security Protocols I. Identify A. Software Use: Sets forth the rules for the use of software on systems within the District's information technology environment. B. Vulnerability Management (Internal & Confidential): Defines the process for identifying, evaluating, treating, and reporting vulnerabilities on systems within the District's information technology environment. C. Risk Management (Internal & Confidential): Establishes a framework for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks associated with the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information within the District's systems and networks. D. Change Management (Internal & Confidential): To establish a controlled and
coordinated approach for managing changes to the District's information systems and technology environment, to minimize the potential negative impact on services, data, and users. E. Monitoring and Reporting (Internal & Confidential): To establish guidelines for the monitoring of network and system activities and for reporting any suspicious or unauthorized activities across the District's information systems and networks. F. Identification and Authentication (Internal & Confidential): To establish requirements for identifying and authenticating users who seek access to the District's information systems and data, assessing whether each user is appropriately identified and validated before access is granted. Page 2 of 4
Effective: G. Supply Chain Risk Management (Internal & Confidential): To manage and mitigate the risks associated with the District's reliance on suppliers, vendors, and third parties. This Protocol aims to establish structure for the District to manage these relationships in a way that they do not introduce unacceptable risk into the District's operations or compromise the security of its data and systems. II. Protect A. Security Awareness and Training: Provides all individuals within the District who have access to information systems with the necessary awareness, knowledge, and skills to protect these systems and the associated data. B. Equipment Disposal: Outlines the responsibilities and procedures for the disposal of District-owned equipment, including computing and electronic devices, to prevent sensitive data from being exposed and to outline how to dispose of equipment in an environmentally responsible manner.
C. Information Technology Planning: Establishes a structured, strategic approach to the planning and implementation of information technology (IT) initiatives and budgeting within the District. D. Network and Systems Access: Defines requirements for and control user access to the District's network and systems E. Network and Wireless Security (Internal & Confidential): To establish guidelines for securing the District's network and wireless services, protecting them from unauthorized access, disruption, or misuse, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. This is inclusive of networks within the schools and administrative buildings across the District. F. Systems Security (Internal & Confidential): To provide guidelines for managing the security of the District’s information systems, providing guidance on security controls that protect these systems against unauthorized access, disruption, modification, or destruction.
G. Email Security (Internal & Confidential): To define the security standards for systems used to send, receive, and store email across the District. This Protocol aims to protect the District’s information systems and data from threats delivered by or associated with email, including spam, phishing, and malware. H. Encryption and Data Protection (Internal & Confidential): To provide guidelines for the proper handling, storage, and transmission of sensitive data using encryption and other data protection methods to help prevent unauthorized access or disclosure. I. Physical and Environmental Protection (Internal & Confidential): To establish measures to physically protect the District's information resources. This Protocol aims to support the security, availability, and integrity of these resources by mitigating threats from physical and environmental factors and resources located within physical property owned or leased by the District. Page 3 of 4
Effective: J. System Maintenance (Internal & Confidential): To establish a framework for the consistent, effective maintenance of the District's IT systems. This Protocol aims to set a standard that systems remain secure, reliable, and efficient in supporting the District's operations and objectives. K. Mobile Device Access (Internal & Confidential):To establish rules for the use of mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, to access, store, transmit, or receive District resources or data. This Protocol aims to reduce the risks, such as data loss or unauthorized access, that arise from the use of mobile devices. III. Detect A. Data Accountability: Defines the rules for creating, protecting, and retaining information system audit records to enable the monitoring, analysis, investigation, and reporting of unlawful or unauthorized system activities. B. Cloud Services Security (Internal & Confidential): To provide guidance on the
secure use of cloud services within the District, including how data is stored, accessed, shared, and protected in the cloud. C. Application Security Development Lifecycle (Internal & Confidential): To support application services being developed within the District with a firm security foundation. This Protocol focuses on managing the risk of software applications developed and maintained by the District within their pre-production and operational environments. IV. Respond V. Recover A. Information Processing and Release: Guides the secure handling, processing, and release of information within the District, with a particular focus on how information is handled when it may be released to the public. B. Backup and Recovery (Internal & Confidential): To define the steps necessary to maintain data backups and support the District’s ability to recover data in the event of a loss. This Protocol is intended to protect the School District's data assets and the availability thereof.
Maintenance Schedule These Administrative Procedures and the protocols designated within shall be reviewed upon the review of the Policy, or upon the occurrence of a triggering event. Related Information: NIST Cybersecurity Framework Page 4 of 4
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA No. 314 SECTION: 300 Employees TITLE: (New Policy) - Policy 314 Employee Evaluations ADOPTED: REVISED: (NEW POLICY) - POLICY 314 EMPLOYEE EVALUATIONS Purpose The Board of Education (“Board”) is committed to giving each student what they need to reach their fullest potential, including access to employees who have the skills, training and mindsets necessary to support the achievement of the District’s goals and objectives. The purpose of this Policy is to promote professional growth, positive behavior, and attainment of District goals and objectives through a regularized evaluation of employee performance. Authority As authorized by the Pennsylvania Public School Code, the Board may adopt and enforce such reasonable rules and regulations as it may deem necessary and proper regarding the management of its school affairs.[1] This Policy does not replace the requirement set forth for the evaluation of employees as defined by law.[2][3][4]
Delegation of Responsibility The Board directs the Superintendent or their designee, through the Office of Talent, to develop administrative procedures, effective for central office employees beginning in the 2024-2025 school year and other employees not already evaluated in the 2025-2026 school year, that guide the District in evaluating employees. At a minimum the criteria must: 1. Be clear and unambiguous in intent and language.; 2. Establish objectively reasonable standards; 3. Apply in a consistent and uniform manner to all employees in comparable positions; and 4. Place emphasis on the identification and development of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes which improve employee competency. Evaluations shall comply with the law and utilize the applicable rating criteria for the employee’s position.[3] Each department chief or school principal is responsible for the evaluation of each employee in their school or department in accordance with this Policy
and its Administrative Procedures. Each employee shall be evaluated by their direct supervisor, unless the department chief or school principal has directed otherwise.[4] Objective and observable criteria will be used during evaluations. All draft or completed evaluation materials shall not be subject to public access and will be disclosed only as permitted by the law and Board policies. [5] [6][7] Legal References: 1. 24 P.S. § 5-510 2. 24 P.S. 11-1125.1 3. 24 P.S. 11-1138.7 4. 24 P.S. 11-1138.9 5. 65 P.S. § § 67.101—67.3104 6. 43 P.S. §1331, et seq. 7. Policy 234 - Personnel Files Related Information: Policy 313 - Evaluation of Professional Employees Administrative Procedures:
Action Item - 2. Title: Adoption of Board of Education Public Meeting Schedule 2024 - Updated 12.7.2023 Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 Action under consideration The Board of Education of the School District of Philadelphia adopts the following public meeting schedules for the 2024 calendar year - Public Action Meeting, Policy Committee, and Public Hearings: Public Action Meeting Schedule January 25, 2024 - Action Meeting February 29, 2024 - Action Meeting March 28, 2024 - Action Meeting and Adoption of Lump Sum Statement April 25, 2024 - Budget Hearing & Action Meeting May 30, 2024 - Action Meeting and Budget Adoption June 27, 2024 - Action Meeting July 11, 2024 - Action Meeting (TRAN) August 22, 2024 - Action Meeting September 19, 2024 - Action Meeting October 24, 2024 - Action Meeting November 21, 2024 - Action Meeting December 5, 2024 - Action Meeting and Board Organization Policy Committee April 18, 2024 November 7, 2024 Goals and Guardrails Committee January 11, 2024
February 8, 2024 March 7, 2024 May 9, 2024 June 13, 2024 August 1, 2024 September 5, 2024 October 10, 2024 November 14, 2024 Public Hearings June 6, 2024 October 17, 2024
Office Originating Request: Board of Education
Action Item - 3. Title: Acceptance of Donation of City Funding from the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (“PAID”) and License for Strawberry Mansion Community Development Corporation (Strawberry Mansion CDC) and Strawberry Mansion Neighborhood Action Center (Strawberry Mansion NAC) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to (i) accept a donation through a City Funding Agreement; and (ii) to execute and perform a license agreement, subject to funding, as follows: Funding Agreement With: Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (“PAID”) Start Date: 12/8/2023 End Date: 6/30/2025 License Agreement With: The Strawberry Mansion Community Development Corporation (“CDC”) and The Strawberry Mansion Neighborhood Action Center (“NAC”) Start Date: 1/1/2024 End Date: 6/30/2025 Purpose:
To accept a donation and enter into a license agreement to provide office space for the Strawberry Mansion CDC and Strawberry Mansion NAC operations Acceptance of Donation Not to Exceed: $225,000 License Fee charged not to exceed: $27,000 Location: Leslie Pinckney Hill School, 3133 Ridge Avenue - 1st floor between stairwells A and stairwells B. This space includes one classroom, five offices, one main office, storage spaces, and restrooms for Strawberry Mansion CDC and Strawberry Mansion NAC operations. License Renewal Options: Yes
Number of Options: 2 Duration of each option to extend: 1 Year License fee not to exceed 10% of the prior year. Description: The Strawberry Mansion CDC and The Strawberry Mansion NAC are organizations that will share the space to offer services and resources to the Strawberry Mansion community, including but not limited to housing/community-related services, job opportunities, and neighborhood development advocacy. The City is providing the funds to build out the space for the organizations. Why is this contract needed? The Leslie P. Hill School had underutilized space that would be an asset to the needs of the Strawberry Mansion community. Providing space for Strawberry Mansion CDC and Strawberry Mansion NAC will provide energy and referral services to residents of this community. These organizations will conduct employment-related workshops for the public and host community meetings along with information sessions.
How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals and Guardrails? Guardrail 3: Every parent and guardian will be welcomed and encouraged to be partners in their child’s school community. This organization is a conduit to the community and residents of Strawberry Mansion, for they provide quality-of-life services to youth and families. How will success be measured? The success of this partnership will be measured by the continued support between the School District of Philadelphia, Strawberry Mansion CDC, and Strawberry Mansion NAC, as services are continuously provided uninterrupted to the community. When applicable, is this an evidence-based strategy? If so, what exists to support this approach? (See above) When applicable, was a larger community of District community members and/ or stakeholders involved in this election process? If so, what groups and how? Yes. The City of Philadelphia Office of the Council President
Office Originating Request: Operations - Facilities
Action Item - 4. Title: Contract with The DT Firm for Government Relations Consulting ($528,125) - Updated 11.30.2023 Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: The DT Firm Purpose: To provide general government affairs consulting services Start date: 12/18/2023 End date: 6/30/2027 Compensation not to exceed: $528,125 Location: Administrative Office(s) Renewal Options: No Description: The School District of Philadelphia (District) intends to engage one or more successful companies or individuals to represent the District's growing needs and interests in the General Assembly, government of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia City Council and/or government of the City of Philadelphia. In October 2023, the District issued a
Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking proposals from qualified firms to perform this work. After reviewing and rating the proposals received, the District's evaluation committee selected The DT Firm for the contract. The DT Firm is also the incumbent firm that has been providing these services to the District for the past several years. The services for this contract are required to support the District's relations and interactions with public officials and perform general lobbying activities with the goal of increasing funding for the District; advancing policies and legislation that support the District's efforts to achieve
the Board's Goals & Guardrails; and building positive relationships with state and local elected officials. The DT Firm will provide sound guidance and expertise to the District; including assisting with the passage of legislation that will bring additional funding and/or operational flexibility to the District. The District does not have expertise in this area, and it is more effective and efficient to use an established lobbying firm for this work. In recent years, the efforts of The DT Firm have been instrumental in the passage of state legislation that has benefited the District including Act 91 - increased substitute staffing flexibility; Act 55 - improved teacher reciprocity; and Act 54 - extension of the District's ride share agreement. Such legislation has brought millions of dollars to the District with some extending through the year 2027 Funding Source(s): FY24 Operating FY25 Operating FY26 Operating FY27 Operating Office Originating Request: Superintendent
Action Item - 5. Title: Contract with Scantron for Survey Printing, Mailing, and Processing ($90,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Scantron Corporation Purpose: Paper survey formatting, printing, mailing, scanning, and processing. Start date: 12/15/2023 End date: 12/14/2024 Compensation not to exceed: $90,000 Location: All Schools; Renewal Options: Yes Number of Options: 3 Duration of each option to extend: Years: 1 Months: Maximum compensation authorized per option period: 90,000 Description: Each year, the Office of Research and Evaluation (ORE) evaluates the strategies we use to maximize response rates to the District-wide parent/guardian survey (also known as the Philly
School Experience Survey), which is critical in order to ensure feedback is representative of our school communities. In response to principal feedback, the 22-23 survey administration plan included giving schools two options: 1) mail all surveys directly to each student's household; 2) mail all surveys to the school so the schools can distribute. Each school principal designated a survey champion who was responsible for managing the distribution of the surveys. An enclosed cover letter included a QR to take the survey online as another option. This approach was successful in engaging schools and we received positive feedback via a survey form. A response rate analysis showed that 28% of parent/guardian
responses could be tied back to receiving paper materials, either in the mail or from their child’s school. Based on an in-depth analysis of the 22-23 paper survey administration, our plan for 23-24 is to continue to send mailings, with some adjustments to make the mailing more efficient and decrease costs. The surveys will be distributed on a more targeted basis, for example to Spanish-speaking households. In addition, we will make the school-based mailing the default option, and only mail to households if there is sufficient justification. The default proportion of paper surveys sent to each school will be decreased to 50% of Spanish and Mandarin Chinese-speaking families, and 25% of all other families, but schools who rely on paper surveys should have the opportunity to opt in to receive additional surveys. Finally, cover letters will be printed and distributed to all families, even those who do not receive paper
copies of the survey, since many surveys taken online were taken after families received paper surveys/letters, and letters are much less expensive than paper survey distribution and collection. Note that final costs will be determined by the number of schools that participate in the mailing, as well as postage costs for returned surveys. Paper copies of the parent/guardian surveys will continue to be translated into Spanish and Chinese. The survey will continue to be available online, in English plus nine additional languages. Charter schools can continue to opt in to the mailing. Why is this contract needed? The paper copies of the parent/guardian survey are an additional option to the online survey. The paper surveys help overcome barriers related to language, technology access, and communication, thus making the feedback process more inclusive. We need to maximize response rates to the survey in order to ensure feedback is representative of our diverse school communities.
How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? This contract is in direct support of gathering stakeholder feedback which schools need to inform their work related to ensuring safe, welcoming school environments (Guardrail 1) and partnering with parents and family members (Guardrail 3). Schools use PSES results to identify their organizational strengths and weaknesses, and the parent/guardian survey is particularly vital for identifying how well they are communicating, involving and engaging with families. The PSES results are also used at a District level to monitor system wide progress towards these Guardrails – this data has been used to inform Accelerate Philly and will continue to be used to inform progress on the Strategic Actions within it. Contracting with an outside vendor is necessary because the District does not have the equipment to produce and process scannable surveys, nor the capacity to process such a high volume of surveys.
How will the success of this contract be measured? We will measure the success of this contract through on-time and accurate distribution of materials, and the successful receipt of a clean survey data file. We will also look at response rates in the same way we analyzed our 22-23 data. 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? In 21-22, the paper copy distribution helped increase response rates for non-English- speaking households and households with high school students. In 22-23, we learned through some additional survey questions that 28% of survey responses could be traced back to receiving a distribution of paper survey materials.
When applicable, was a larger community of District community members and/or stakeholders involved in this selection process? If so, what groups and how? We have contracted with Scantron in previous years through a less formal solicitation for proposals, in compliance with Procurement policies. This year, we opted to go through a formal RFP in order to ensure the process was as competitive as possible. We worked with the Procurement office and several members of the Office of Research and Evaluation. We also consulted with the FACE office about our plans to continue to mail surveys. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): January 26, 2023- Item 18 January 27, 2022- Item 2 Funding Source(s): FY 23-24: ERA Title IA Office Originating Request: Evaluation, Research and Accountability
Action Item - 6. Title: Approval of Personnel Hires (Updated 12.01.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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 November 30, 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 6 Supporting Document
Item No.6 December 7, 2023 RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby ratifies the appointment of the following persons to the positions, on the effective dates through November 30, 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 AHMAD, RABIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DEBURGOS, J. ELEMENTARY 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY AHMAD-HARGROVE, CALISA I SCHOOL SAFETY OFFICER OFFICE OF SCHOOL SAFETY 11/08/23 $33,849.00 ANNUAL SALARY ALFF, ISABEL TEACHER,FULL TIME ANDERSON, ADD B. SCHOOL 11/21/23 $55,644.00 ANNUAL SALARY
ALLEN, ADRIAN TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/20/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY ALMALIKI, HIND HUSSEIN SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR FITZPATRICK, A.L. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY ALSTON, GREGG SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT WIDENER MEMORIAL SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY ALVARA, RAQUEL SCHL IMPROVEMENT & DATA SPLST PLANNING & EVIDENCE-BASED SUPT 11/27/23 $94,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY APPLEGATE, OLIVIA R SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BRIDESBURG SCHOOL 11/21/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY ARNOLD, SARAH POLICY RESEARCH ANALYST RESEARCH & EVALUATION 11/27/23 $87,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY BAITY, GENA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BEGUM, MAHMUDA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RHAWNHURST SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BENAISSA, WAHIBA TEACHER,FULL TIME FELL, D. NEWLIN SCHOOL 11/13/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY
BERMUDEZ, MARIAH L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MASTBAUM, JULES E. HIGH SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BIZZOCO, ELENA TEACHER,FULL TIME WILLARD, FRANCES E. SCHOOL 11/21/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY BLUFORD, RASHEA N SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HILL-FREEDMAN WORLD ACADEMY 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 2 of 8 BLUMENTHAL, CHRISTINE ELIZABETH TEACHER,FULL TIME MIFFLIN, THOMAS SCHOOL 11/13/23 $94,794.00 ANNUAL SALARY BRETI, ANISA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MOORE, J. HAMPTON SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY BRIGGS, IJNANYA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR CROSSAN, KENNEDY C. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY BROWN, CHRISTOPHER S TEACHER,FULL TIME WASHINGTON, GEORGE HIGH SCHOOL 11/27/23 $72,233.00 ANNUAL SALARY BURKE, ERIN M SCHOOL NURSE PENNYPACKER, SAMUEL SCHOOL 11/20/23 $75,558.00 ANNUAL SALARY BUTLER, DELIJAH T STEP FAMILY PEER PREVENTION & INTERVENTION 11/20/23 $36,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY CAPPELLO, ALEXA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHARSWOOD, GEORGE SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CAPPS, CAMILLA L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MEADE, GEN. GEORGE G. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CARR, TALIYAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT GREENBERG, JOSEPH SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
CARROLL, ASTER TEACHER,FULL TIME CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY CASTRO, NERI A COUNSELING ASST,BILINGUAL SPRUANCE, GILBERT SCHOOL 11/15/23 $25,688.00 ANNUAL SALARY CATHELL, TAQIYYAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BLANKENBURG, RUDOLPH SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CHISHOLM, BRENDA SCHOOL COUNSELOR, 10 MONTHS LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $80,223.00 ANNUAL SALARY COCHRAN, RYIESHA SHENIECE TEACHER,FULL TIME FRANKLIN LEARNING CENTER 11/27/23 $82,429.00 ANNUAL SALARY COLEMAN, CACHET SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT EMLEN, ELEANOR C. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $35,101.00 ANNUAL SALARY COLON, AALIYAH ANN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DEBURGOS, J. ELEMENTARY 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY CONFESOR MENDEZ, ELIANA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ZIEGLER, WILLIAM H. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY COOPER-CRUMP, SAUDIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MUNOZ-MARIN, HON LUIS SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
CRUZ, NATASHA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LAWTON, HENRY W. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY DAVIS, TAINA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MUNOZ-MARIN, HON LUIS SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY DAY, DARNELL TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/13/23 $53,085.00 ANNUAL SALARY DEJESUS, EFRANIE SECRETARY I BETHUNE, MARY MCLEOD SCHOOL 11/13/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY DIGIANDOMENICO, OLIVIA ROSE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION WASHINGTON, MARTHA SCHOOL 11/27/23 $57,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY DOLBOW, KATHLEEN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FITZPATRICK, A.L. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 3 of 8 DRAYTON, JENEA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT WIDENER MEMORIAL SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY DUGAN, ALEXA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HARTRANFT, JOHN F. SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY EVANS, GARY W SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LUDLOW, JAMES R. SCHOOL 11/09/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY FALODE, OYEBOLA OLUWATOSIN TEACHER,FULL TIME PHILA JUV JUSTICE SVCS CTR 11/14/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY FEATHERSTONE, MARIA TEACHER ASST,PKHS HUNTER SCHOOL HEAD START 11/27/23 $35,101.00 ANNUAL SALARY FELDER, NATASHA ASST GENERAL COUNSEL OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL 11/03/23 $97,603.00 ANNUAL SALARY FERIEL, AHMED SAADI SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENNELL, JOSEPH ELEMENTARY 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY FINOCCHIARO, BRIANNA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LINCOLN, ABRAHAM HIGH SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY FOWLER-TAYLOR, AZHAR SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MORRIS, ROBERT SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
FRANCIS, TASHEBA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MCKINLEY, WILLIAM SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GALLAGHER, TREVOR HUGH TEACHER,FULL TIME FELS, SAMUEL HIGH SCHOOL 11/30/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY GARDNER, CARRIE STEP FAMILY PEER PREVENTION & INTERVENTION 11/06/23 $33,158.00 ANNUAL SALARY GARLINGTON, TURQUOISE N SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LINGELBACH, ANNA L. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GASKIN, DAEMERIA S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STEEL, EDWARD T. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GASKINS, NEVAEH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STEARNE, ALLEN M. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GETER, ANNA E SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN ELEM SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GILL, IYISHA E SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHEPPARD, ISAAC A. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GLENN, DANIELLE P SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SPRING GARDEN SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
GLOVER, BREANA T SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HOUSTON, HENRY H. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GORDON, IYANNAH D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BROWN, JOSEPH H. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY GRIMBLE, JAMES STEP FAMILY PEER PREVENTION & INTERVENTION 11/20/23 $34,074.00 ANNUAL SALARY HADBI, NASSIMA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DECATUR, STEPHEN SCHOOL 11/06/23 $29,168.00 ANNUAL SALARY HALL, SHERRY LYNN TEACHER,FULL TIME FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN HIGH SCHOOL 11/20/23 $75,558.00 ANNUAL SALARY HALL, TWANNA MAE TEACHER,FULL TIME ELKIN, LEWIS SCHOOL 11/27/23 $90,478.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 4 of 8 HANNA, PATRICK SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MASTBAUM, JULES E. HIGH SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HARPER, JANELLE ASST PRINCIPAL EDISON, THOMAS A. HIGH SCHOOL 11/13/23 $98,719.00 ANNUAL SALARY HERDER, DAVIAN C SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT COOK-WISSAHICKON SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HILL, BISHOP SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LOCKE, ALAIN SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HOOPER, ALISHA T SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DUCKREY, TANNER SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HOUGH, AMIRAH SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BACHE-MARTIN SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY HUFF, MAURICE TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/21/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY IRIZARRY, CYNTHIA M INSPECTOR GENERAL OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL 11/27/23 $162,693.00 ANNUAL SALARY ISAAC VEGA, NAKICHA SECRETARY I STETSON, JOHN B. MIDDLE SCHOOL 11/06/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY
JACKSON, AMEENAH TEACHER,FULL TIME CONSTITUTION HIGH SCHOOL 11/27/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, KATHERINE ELIZABETH TEACHER,FULL TIME FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN HIGH SCHOOL 11/13/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON, MELISSA G TEACHER,FULL TIME ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/07/23 $90,478.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACKSON-GREGG, GLORIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHARSWOOD, GEORGE SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JACOBS, ORIEN A SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RANDOLPH TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JEFFERSON, LACRETIA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FRANKFORD HIGH SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JOHNSON, LATAYA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RHODES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JOHNSON, SIANNI SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT GOMPERS, SAMUEL SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JONES, CIERRA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT DUCKREY, TANNER SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
JONES, PAIGE H SECRETARY I FELTONVILLE ARTS & SCIENCES 11/06/23 $26,351.00 ANNUAL SALARY JONES, PATRICIA A SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT JUNIATA PARK ACADEMY 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY JONES-KING, TAHIRA TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION STETSON, JOHN B. MIDDLE SCHOOL 11/20/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY KHATUN, MOLLIKA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RHAWNHURST SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY KHERBOUCHE, WASSILA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SHARSWOOD, GEORGE SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY KILLIAN, KATHRYN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FORREST, EDWIN SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 5 of 8 KLETCHECK, MAUREEN TEACHER,FULL TIME MAYFAIR SCHOOL 11/06/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY KUO, MOIRA TEACHER,FULL TIME CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS 11/13/23 $56,405.00 ANNUAL SALARY LAME, KLEMENTINA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MOORE, J. HAMPTON SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LANDIS, TATYIANA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FINLETTER, THOMAS K. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LAURIA, NINA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CHILDS, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY LERLO, ROSA TEACHER,FULL TIME CARNELL, LAURA H. SCHOOL 11/06/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY LEWI, EMMA STEP SCHOOL BEHAVIORAL CONSULT PREVENTION & INTERVENTION 11/27/23 $56,449.00 ANNUAL SALARY LEWIS, JA'NAE STEP CLINICAL COORDINATOR PENN TREATY HIGH SCHOOL 11/28/23 $69,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY LITTLEJOHN, SIMONE EXT ACTVTS,NON-CONTRACT EMP-HR CURR & INSTR SUPP - PHYS.ED. 11/28/23 $20.00 HOURLY RATE
MACK, NATALIE INVESTIGATOR OFFICE OF SCHOOL SAFETY 11/21/23 $50,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY MANKARIOUS, RANDA E SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR NORTHEAST COMMUNITY PROPEL ACD 11/27/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCCLEERY, KELLY R SPECIAL PROJECTS ASSISTANT I OFFICE OF CHILD ACCOUNTING 11/27/23 $49,011.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCELROY, CONOR TEACHER,FULL TIME BARTRAM, JOHN HIGH SCHOOL 11/16/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCFEE, STEPHANIE M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FINLETTER, THOMAS K. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCGINLEY, JAYNE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION WIDENER MEMORIAL SCHOOL 11/13/23 $102,376.00 ANNUAL SALARY MCPARLAND, BRITTANY TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION LANKENAU HIGH SCHOOL 11/27/23 $60,762.00 ANNUAL SALARY META, FLORETA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HACKETT, HORATIO B. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MICKENS, TAMARA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT PENROSE SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
MIQUILENA, ASTRID SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT KEY, FRANCIS SCOTT SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY MISCEWITZ, MICHAEL TEACHER,FULL TIME MOFFET, JOHN SCHOOL 11/16/23 $67,680.00 ANNUAL SALARY MITCHELL-SAMUEL, AISHA M TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION HOWE, JULIA WARD SCHOOL 11/14/23 $54,032.00 ANNUAL SALARY MOLESKI, EMILY WILLOW TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION CAYUGA SCHOOL 11/13/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY MURPHY, TYERRA TEACHER,FULL TIME ALLEN, DR. ETHEL SCHOOL 11/15/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY NASRALLA, MARLIN SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MOORE, J. HAMPTON SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 6 of 8 NEAL, CHRISTOPHER SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FOX CHASE SCHOOL 11/28/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NELSON, DESTINY SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MIFFLIN, THOMAS SCHOOL 11/17/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NELSON, JAMIR D SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HILL-FREEDMAN WORLD ACADEMY 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NEREE, NATHALIE CHIEF SPECIAL ED DIVERSE LEARN OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 11/06/23 $195,700.00 ANNUAL SALARY NEWTON, TEMEKA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MORRIS, ROBERT SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NICHOLSON, AMIRA I SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT NEBINGER, GEORGE W. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY NURJAHAN, URMI SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RHAWNHURST SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY OSEA, LEE M PRINT SHOP WORKER PRINTING SERVICES 11/13/23 $54,904.00 ANNUAL SALARY PATTERSON, JAMES SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
PEARTREE, TIANA S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STANTON, EDWIN M. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY PIKE, LAKEISHA D TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/14/23 $77,066.00 ANNUAL SALARY PURNELL JOHNSON, MATEENMA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ROXBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY RAMIREZ, NATASHA CLASSROOM ASST GLORIA CASAREZ ELEMENTARY 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY RAPI, ERISELDA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT RICHMOND SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY REED, NIA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 3 HR ELLWOOD SCHOOL 11/27/23 $10,431.00 ANNUAL SALARY RIVERA, JASON ANTHONY STUDENT CLIMATE STAFF,7 HOURS KENDERTON ELEMENTARY 11/09/23 $23,715.00 ANNUAL SALARY RIVERA, MICHELLE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LONGSTRETH, WILLIAM C. SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY RIVERA, ELAINE S SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MOORE, J. HAMPTON SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
ROBERTS, SHANA M SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SCIENCE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY MS 11/28/23 $35,101.00 ANNUAL SALARY RODRIGUEZ, DELANIE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FITZPATRICK, A.L. SCHOOL 11/28/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY ROSARIO, BEATRIZ CLAUDINA TEACHER,FULL TIME CLEMENTE, ROBERTO MIDDLE SCHL 11/13/23 $53,085.00 ANNUAL SALARY ROSE, JENNIFER TEACHER,FULL TIME STEARNE, ALLEN M. SCHOOL 11/09/23 $64,268.00 ANNUAL SALARY SAHOU, LYNDRA TEACHER,FULL TIME STETSON, JOHN B. MIDDLE SCHOOL 11/03/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY SALMON CAMPBELL, SIDIA NATALIE TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/20/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 7 of 8 SAVOY, JANELL SCHOOL COUNSELOR, 10 MONTHS STEEL, EDWARD T. SCHOOL 11/08/23 $53,085.00 ANNUAL SALARY SCOTT, DOMONIQUE TEACHER,FULL TIME HARTRANFT, JOHN F. SCHOOL 11/16/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY SEALS- HILL, KYA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SERRANO, MICHELLE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LAWTON, HENRY W. SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SHARP, RYLEE BLAIR TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION COOK-WISSAHICKON SCHOOL 11/20/23 $52,516.00 ANNUAL SALARY SIMMONS, NATALIE BEHAVIOR ANALYST OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 11/03/23 $72,152.00 ANNUAL SALARY SIMONE, CHRISTIE NOELLE OCCUP THERAPIST OFFICE OF SPECIALIZED SERVICES 11/13/23 $86,360.00 ANNUAL SALARY SMITH, CENIYA K SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STEEL, EDWARD T. SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SMITH, JADA SUPPORTIVE SERVICES ASST, 4 HR SPRUANCE, GILBERT SCHOOL 11/20/23 $13,908.00 ANNUAL SALARY
SMITH, KEVEISHA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT CASSIDY,LEWIS C ACADEMICS PLUS 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY SPEIGHT, GARA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY STANBACK, YVETTE L SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT LINGELBACH, ANNA L. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY STARLING, SHEENA PROGRAM COORDINATOR ECYEH-EDUCATING HOMELESS KIDS 11/21/23 $59,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY STITT, ASHLEY SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT GREENBERG, JOSEPH SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY TAYLOR, KHYREE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MEADE, GEN. GEORGE G. SCHOOL 11/06/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMAS, AVERY R SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MIFFLIN, THOMAS SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMAS, KAEMANJE TEACHER,FULL TIME CLEMENTE, ROBERTO MIDDLE SCHL 11/13/23 $76,025.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMAS, TYJANAE TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/03/23 $58,109.00 ANNUAL SALARY
THOMER, SAMANTHA KATHRYN SCHOOL NURSE PUPIL HEALTH SERVICES 11/13/23 $75,558.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMPSON, ALYSIA N SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/13/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMPSON, BASIL TEACHER,FULL TIME PEIRCE, THOMAS M. SCHOOL 11/27/23 $51,568.00 ANNUAL SALARY THOMPSON, DREW ROBERTO CLIMATE AND CULTURE COACH CLIMATE & SAFETY 11/29/23 $70,000.00 ANNUAL SALARY TURNER, BRIANE SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN ELEM SCHOOL 11/27/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY VAUGHAN, JACQUELINE TEACHER,FULL TIME BLUFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 11/20/23 $83,507.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Personnel Hires December 7, 2023 Page 8 of 8 VENEY, SHARETTA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT SWENSON ARTS/TECH HIGH SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WARE, WILLIE J SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT HOUSTON, HENRY H. SCHOOL 11/15/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WASHINGTON, ELI EUGENE TEACHER,SPEC EDUCATION FELTONVILLE INTERMEDIATE 11/17/23 $75,932.00 ANNUAL SALARY WILDER, AMANI SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT STEEL, EDWARD T. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY WOOD, KRISTIN T STEP CLINICAL COORDINATOR LINCOLN, ABRAHAM HIGH SCHOOL 11/20/23 $75,347.00 ANNUAL SALARY YOUNG- LANCASTER, AJA SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT MORRISON, ANDREW J. SCHOOL 11/20/23 $23,474.00 ANNUAL SALARY
Action Item - 7. Title: Approval of Personnel Terminations (Updated 12.08.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 Action under consideration Subject: Administration’s recommended termination of employee(s) 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 employees effective December 7, 2023: Office Originating Request: Talent ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Action Item 7 Supporting Document
December 7, 2023 Subject: Administration’s recommended termination of employee(s) 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 employees effective December 7, 2023: Quadeer Devaughn Special Education Classroom Assistant
Item No. 7 RESOLVED, that Ticora Jones be dismissed from her employment by The School District of Philadelphia as a member of the Student Climate Staff, effective immediately. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Hearing Officer’s Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law are adopted as the reasons for this decision. FURTHER RESOLVED, that this decision was made in accordance with the Pennsylvania School Code of 1949, as amended, following an independent review of the record by the individual members of the Board of Education.
Action Item - 9. Title: Approval of Resignations and Retirements (Updated 12.08.2023) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 Action under consideration RESOLVED, by the Board of Education that the resignations and retirements of the *following individuals* are accepted effective December 7, 2023. *Names to be provided for public view immediately prior to the Board of Education Action Meeting on December 7, 2023. Office Originating Request: Talent ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Action Item 9 Supporting Document
RESOLVED, by the Board of Education that the resignations and retirements of the following individuals are accepted effective December 7, 2023 Banks, Stephen Bluford Elementary School Teacher,Full Time 11/15/2023 Resignation Barca, Deborah Hackett, Horatio B. School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Beasley, Tea Taylor, Bayard School Supportive Services Asst, 4 Hr 11/13/2023 Resignation Bianco, Jennifer Bartram, John High School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Blumberg, Kenneth Dick, William School Teacher,Full Time 01/15/2024 Retirement Bogert, Christina Spring Garden School Teacher,Full Time 11/16/2023 Resignation Bowen, Brenda Fitler Academics Plus Teacher,Full Time 11/27/2023 Resignation Boyle, Natalie Sayre, William L. High School Teacher,Spec Education 01/22/2024 Resignation Brown, Tracey Feltonville Intermediate Food Svcs Assistant 11/08/2023 Resignation Carrasquillo, Alida Feltonville Intermediate Counseling Asst,Bilingual 12/22/2023 Retirement
Cetrone, Maria Lea, Henry C. Teacher,Full Time 11/22/2023 Resignation Channer-Butts, Latinya Roxborough High School Instructor, Jrotc 03/29/2024 Retirement Davis, Marjorie Rhoads, James School Supportive Services Asst, 4 Hr 12/08/2023 Resignation Davis-Boone, Shaquwan Rhodes Elementary School Teacher,Full Time 11/17/2023 Resignation
Dennis, Tasia Houston, Henry H. School Supportive Services Asst, 4 Hr 12/07/2023 Resignation Dent, Marsha Anderson, Add B. School Teacher,Full Time 01/31/2024 Resignation Drayton, Tianna Mccall, Gen. George A. School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 11/10/2023 Resignation Edwards, Marneisha Houston, Henry H. School Special Education Assistant 12/01/2023 Resignation Fafara, Joseph Sayre, William L. High School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Farrar, Taylor Employee Health Support Leave Admin Specialist 12/01/2023 Resignation Felix, Dandey Harding, Warren G. Middle Sch Bus Attendant,One To One 12/01/2023 Resignation Finkel, Susan Hancock Demonstration School Teacher,Demonstration 06/14/2024 Retirement Freiling, William Office Of School Safety School Safety Supervisor 01/05/2024 Retirement Gaines, Broke Gloria Casarez Elementary Teacher,Full Time 01/26/2024 Resignation Garcia, Gladys Kensington Health Sciences Counseling Asst,Bilingual 06/14/2024 Retirement Gooden-Smith, Dawn
Penn Treaty High School Teacher,Spec Education 06/14/2024 Retirement Graham, Maurice Roosevelt Elementary School Teacher,Full Time 12/07/2023 Retirement Hagans, Sheltiqua Anderson, Add B. School Special Education Assistant 11/08/2023 Resignation Haines, Davis Randolph Technical High School Teacher,Full Time 01/10/2024 Retirement Harris, Tina Hamilton, Andrew School Special Education Assistant 01/12/2024 Resignation
Hester, Edward West Philadelphia High School Building Engineer- Group Ii 06/03/2024 Retirement Hilscher, Josie Sayre, William L. High School Teacher,Full Time 11/17/2023 Resignation Himelfarb, Susan Adaire, Alexander School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Hinson, Crystal Tilden Middle School Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 12/08/2023 Retirement Hodge, Zariyah Duckrey, Tanner School Teacher,Full Time 11/27/2023 Resignation Hood, Verna Dobbins, Murrell High School Climate Support Specialist 01/30/2024 Retirement Humphery, Scott Philadelphia Military Academy Instructor, Jrotc 12/01/2023 Resignation Jackson, Morgan Northeast High School Teacher,Spec Education 12/01/2023 Resignation Johnson-Shaw, Amirah Girard, Stephen School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 12/15/2023 Resignation Jones, Makeydeh Kelly, John B. School Special Education Assistant 11/29/2023 Resignation Kratchman, Michele Sayre, William L. High School Teacher,Spec Education 06/14/2024 Retirement Kukulski, Brian West
Philadelphia High School Teacher,Spec Education 01/16/2024 Retirement Labov, Sarah Mifflin, Thomas School Teacher,Full Time 11/16/2023 Resignation Laskaris, William Shawmont School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Lee, Lisa Franklin, Benjamin High School Special Education Assistant 12/01/2023 Resignation Leon, Carmen Cramp, William School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 01/14/2024 Retirement
Logan, Deanda Cramp, William School Principal 01/19/2024 Retirement Lumumba, Bhoke Mastbaum, Jules E. High School Teacher,Full Time 01/08/2024 Resignation Mader, Scott Feltonville Arts & Sciences Teacher,Full Time 01/15/2024 Resignation Mapp, Nina Cooke, Jay Elementary School Climate Support Specialist 11/20/2023 Resignation Marcille, Christopher High School Of The Future Teacher,Full Time 12/01/2023 Resignation Marsden, Thomas Decatur, Stephen School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 11/20/2023 Retirement Mathews, Julia Washington, Grover Jr. Middle School Climate Manager 01/10/2024 Resignation Mc Zeal, Antoinette Family & Community Engagement Customer Service Rep 01/05/2024 Retirement Mccall, David Facilities Manager - Ce Region Custodial Assistant 07/08/2024 Retirement Mccaulley, Aubrey Willard, Frances E. School Teacher,Full Time 12/01/2023 Resignation Mcdermott, Peter Franklin, Benjamin High School Teacher,Full Time 01/08/2024 Resignation Mcdonald, Mark Marshall,
Thurgood School Food Svcs Assistant 11/03/2023 Resignation Mcglinchey, Annmarie Mccloskey, John F. School Teacher,Spec Education 01/18/2024 Resignation Melendez- Zayas, Katherine Munoz-Marin, Hon Luis School Special Education Assistant 12/08/2023 Resignation
Melvin-Darby, Danielle Franklin, Benjamin Elem School Teacher,Spec Education 01/12/2024 Resignation Middleton, Josiah Mc Michael, Morton School Building Engineer- Group Iii 11/27/2023 Resignation Mikolajewski, Nicole Forrest, Edwin School Teacher,Full Time 02/02/2024 Resignation Monte, Shardai Morton, Thomas G. School Special Education Assistant 11/10/2023 Resignation Muhammad, Ameenah Washington, George High School Secretary I 01/12/2024 Resignation Nelson, Ashley Saul, Walter B. High School Food Svcs Worker Iii 12/16/2023 Resignation Oberholtezer, Karl Office Of School Safety School Safety Officer 11/17/2023 Resignation Osborne, Colleen Employee Relations Investigative Officer 12/22/2023 Resignation Paiva-Borodin, Daniela Baldi Middle School Teacher,Full Time 11/10/2023 Resignation Paolone, Lisa Marie Bache-Martin School Teacher,Spec Education 01/08/2024 Resignation Pellecchia, John Spruance, Gilbert School Teacher,Full Time 12/04/2023 Retirement Philip, Cierra Franklin
Learning Center Special Education Assistant 12/01/2023 Resignation Plummer, Michelle Mayfair School Teacher,Full Time 01/16/2024 Resignation Poynter, Tara Decatur, Stephen School Teacher,Full Time 01/19/2024 Resignation Pratta, Samantha Chief Academic Office Professional Lrning Specialis 01/05/2024 Resignation Reese, John Bridesburg School Asst Principal 06/21/2024 Retirement
Rennie, Donna Solis-Cohen, Solomon School Teacher,Full Time 01/31/2024 Retirement Reynolds, Tawana Teaching And Learning Academic Coach 06/14/2024 Retirement Rice, Joyce Moore, J. Hampton School Student Climate Staff,5 Hours 01/03/2024 Retirement Rivera, Eric Juniata Park Academy Special Education Assistant 02/16/2024 Resignation Roberts, Dana Gideon, Edward School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 11/02/2023 Resignation Rochester, Sonja The Workshop School Custodial Assistant 11/27/2023 Resignation Sackman, Michael General Accounting Acct Compliance Control Montr 12/08/2023 Resignation Sanders, Sherrie Wagner, Gen. Louis Middle Sch. General Cleaner, 8 Hours 10/31/2023 Resignation Schaeffer, Andrea Facilities Mgmt. & Services Building Engineer Trainee 12/01/2023 Resignation Scully, Anna Clemente, Roberto Middle Schl Teacher,Full Time 01/12/2023 Resignation Serrano, Vanessa Rhawnhurst School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Resignation Shea, Sharon Bridesburg
School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Stango, Eileen Decatur, Stephen School Special Education Assistant 01/05/2024 Resignation Sweeney, Colleen Decatur, Stephen School Food Svcs Utility Worker 11/17/2023 Resignation Sweeney, Shannon Hill-Freedman World Academy Teacher,Spec Education 01/30/2024 Resignation Talington, Anita Lincoln, Abraham High School Teacher,Full Time 01/09/2024 Resignation Tanney, Susan Penrose School Teacher,Spec Education 02/01/2024 Resignation
Tate-Powell, Charnelle Mitchell Elementary School Special Education Assistant 12/15/2023 Resignation Thompson, Thomas Custodian- Administration Bldg General Cleaner, 8 Hours 01/02/2024 Retirement Thompson, Keva Spruance, Gilbert School Special Education Assistant 11/30/2023 Resignation Upchurch, Belinda Childs, George W. School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 01/03/2024 Retirement Valentin, Gisela Marshall, John School Secretary I 12/22/2023 Resignation Vargas Estevez, Ana Mckinley, William School Student Climate Staff,4 Hours 11/10/2023 Resignation Viscuso, Jessica Munoz-Marin, Hon Luis School Teacher,Spec Education 11/27/2023 Resignation Vladimirsky, Serge Lincoln, Abraham High School Teacher,Full Time 01/29/2024 Resignation Wagstaff, Dionne Rowen, William School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 11/17/2023 Resignation Walton, Carol Randolph Technical High School Teacher,Spec Education 06/14/2024 Retirement Ward, Kelly Bridesburg School Teacher,Full Time 06/14/2024 Retirement Weaver, Tanisha
Ludlow, James R. School General Cleaner, 8 Hours 01/26/2024 Resignation Webb, Mark Bregy, F. Amedee School Student Climate Staff,6 Hours 12/01/2023 Resignation Weidenmiller, Kathleen Moore, J. Hampton School Teacher,Full Time 01/02/2024 Resignation Williams, Le'Von Mc Michael, Morton School Secretary I 02/16/2024 Resignation
Woodson, Deja West Philadelphia High School Special Education Assistant 11/22/2023 Resignation Zaborowski, Greg Masonry Services Roofer A 11/27/2023 Retirement
Action Item - 10. Title: Amendment to Contracts for Contracted Special Education Teachers ($13,904,920) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Community Rehab Associates, Inc. EBS Healthcare Services, Inc. EDU Healthcare, LLC Humanus Corporation Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. Progressus Therapy Purpose: Increased compensation for additional contracted special education teachers in school year 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Original Start Date: 7/1/2020 Current End Date: 6/30/2025 Currently Authorized Compensation: $37,302,620 Additional Compensation: All vendors will be paid out of the additional aggregate amount of compensation of 13,904,920 as follows: FY24 - $6,952,460 (new total of $15,000,000)
FY25 - $6,952,460 (new total of $15,000,000) Total New Compensation: $51,207,540 Location: All Schools Renewal Options: Yes
Number of Options: 2 Duration of each option to extend: Years: 1 Months: Maximum compensation authorized per option period: All vendors will be paid out a maximum aggregate amount of $15,000,000 during each option period Description: Why is this contract needed? The District’s Office of Talent conducts exhaustive and comprehensive recruitment efforts to attract and hire qualified special education teachers to ensure that each position is filled prior to the start of school. The work of these teachers is critical to delivering high-quality instruction and appropriate support to the District's students with disabilities. Special education teachers are typically difficult to staff fully in districts across the country and specifically in the School District of Philadelphia. The recruiter who hires internally for special education teachers has hired more than 200 special education teachers for SY23-24. She, and her team,
have used a variety of methods, inclusive of Indeed postings, partnerships with local and national universities, partnerships with HBCUs, sourcing through LinkedIn, Handshake, and other services. She and her team have also found success in encouraging individuals who apply for other content areas to consider roles in Special Education. This methodology has accounted for 50+ individuals accepting Special Education teacher roles and moving from non-Special Education teacher positions into those roles. 104 (as of 9/13/2023) contracted teachers covering special education positions that would have otherwise been vacant, increasing the services that will be provided to students in SY2023-2024. Continuing with a practice we started in 2022, vendors will also supply candidates for priority special education teacher positions for Extended School Year (ESY) that are not filled by District teachers. The original action item granted funding authority for $6,580,000 on April 30, 2020
(#17) for each school year through SY 2024-2025. The Board approved an increase of total funding authority to $8,047,540 for SY2022-2023, SY2023-2024, and SY2024- 2025. This requested increase to $15,000,000 will allow the District to hire up to 150 contracted teachers for SY2023-2024, SY2023-2025, and two additional option years. This funding comes directly from the budgeted positions that contracted teachers filled in District schools. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? The work of these teachers is critical to delivering high-quality instruction and appropriate support to the District's students with disabilities. After recruiting and retaining District teachers for positions, and/or offering vacant positions to current District employees through the voluntary transfer process and seniority movement, contracted teachers ensure that instructional services are offered to more students with disabilities.
How will the success of this contract be measured? School leader feedback is an important indicator of the success of this work. All contracted special education teachers are interviewed by school leaders to secure
placements, vendors conduct mid-year evaluations for each contracted teacher that are shared with school leaders for their feedback on the strengths and areas for improvement, and school leaders complete end-of-year surveys to indicate how satisfied they were with the services of contracted teachers. This data, as well as attendance and other contract expectations, is reviewed with vendors in an end-of-year step back meeting to debrief how the vendors are meeting expectations or need to plan to improve services to the District to continue the partnership in the following year. 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? Placement numbers indicate the success of these contracts, as there were 33 active contracted teachers in May 2022, and there are 95 in May 2023. In SY2022-2023, 45 more contracted teachers served in Autistic Support and Emotional Support and in our
high schools, which typically are harder to fill. For SY2023-2024, 104 have started at 67 District schools, with 43 in high schools and another 33 serving in K-8 Autistic Support and Emotional Support. We are requesting additional funding authority because we anticipate more being placed throughout September and after leveling and to have funds set aside if additional support is needed for Extended School Year (ESY). When applicable, is this an evidence-based strategy? If so, what evidence exists to support this approach? There are currently 104 (as of 9/13/23) contracted teachers covering special education positions that would have otherwise been vacant this year. Our work with these vendors allowed us to provide critical services and supports to students in our school communities. When applicable, was a larger community of District community members and/or stakeholders involved in this selection process? If so, what groups and how?
Vendors were selected through a competitive RFQ process in 2020, with responses being reviewed by members of the Offices of Talent and Specialized Services. The District maintains a robust feedback loop between school leaders, current vendors, and contracted teachers that consists of interviews, mid-year evaluations, and end-of-year surveys. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): June 29, 2023, #22 April 30, 2020; #17 September 19, 2019; No. 6 April 25, 2019; No. 10 April 26, 2018; A-6 June 15, 2017; B-12 February 8, 2016; B-5 Funding Source(s): FY 23-24 Operating FY 24-25 Operating
Office Originating Request: Talent
Action Item - 11. Title: Contract with T-Mobile, USA, Inc. for Cellular Communications Services, Equipment and Support ($1,000,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: T-Mobile, USA, Inc. Purpose: Procure equipment, service, and support for cellular voice and related communication services. Start date: 7/1/2024 End date: 6/30/2028 Compensation not to exceed: $1,000,000 Location: All Schools; Administrative Office(s) Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed? The District’s cellular communications services contract expires June 30, 2024. This contract is the result of a competitive request for proposals process that will authorize a
contract with T-Mobile, USA, Inc. for the multiyear purchase of cellular voice service, support, and related communications equipment. Continued access to cellular services is critical for business continuity. This contract represents an overall reduction in annual authority of $70,000. Additionally, the competitively negotiated service rates can be leveraged by other departments for future projects that require cellular connectivity.
A subset of District staff are provided with cellular telephones and smartphones for the sole purpose of facilitating the operations of the District. Staff from many divisions, including Facilities, Maintenance, Transportation, School Safety, Food Services, Academic Services and Information Technology, in addition to school principals can be issued District cell phones to carry out the efficient and safe operations of schools. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Continued access to cellular communications equipment ensures the operation of safe, welcoming schools for our students. How will the success of this contract be measured? This contract’s success will be measured by the reliability and stability of the cellular provider’s service and responsive to District needs for high priority orders, new services, and ongoing support. Funding Source(s): FY25 IT Operating FY26 IT Operating FY27 IT Operating FY28 IT Operating
Office Originating Request: Information Technology
Action Item - 12. Title: Contract with CNI Sales, Inc. for Networking and Communications Infrastructure Equipment and Support ($8,200,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: CNI Sales, Inc. Purpose: Purchase and installation of networking and communications infrastructure equipment and support for all District schools and facilities. Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2028 Compensation not to exceed: $8,200,000 Location: All Schools; Administrative Office(s); Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed? The contract is needed to replace existing networking hardware in all District schools and administrative facilities that is 12+ years old and can no longer be upgraded or patched. This
action item will authorize a contract with CNI Sales, Inc. for the multiyear purchase and installation of data networking equipment to upgrade the networking infrastructure in all District schools and administrative facilities to accommodate the need for expanded capacity and performance. These upgrades are needed to support 1:1 device assignment across the District and industry wide adoption of cloud services to access educational and instructional materials/resources and virtual standardized testing. Work to be completed is a mix of capital and operational projects. The capital upgrade
project will be heavily subsidized by the Universal Service Program (E-Rate), providing matched subsidies of 85%. The awarded vendor will purchase through a certified M/WBE distributor. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? High availability internet infrastructure ensures that the District’s wired and wireless networks are available to support 1:1 device assignment across the District and industry wide adoption of cloud services to access educational and instructional materials/resources and virtual standardized testing. This supports all Goals & Guardrails. How will the success of this contract be measured? This contract’s success will be measured by the reliability and stability of the District’s universally available communications network that supports data and voice services within each facility. These services are critical to providing effective educational and operational services to all District students and staff. Funding Source(s):
FY24 IT Operating and Capital FY25 IT Operating and Capital FY26 IT Operating FY27 IT Operating FY28 IT Operating Office Originating Request: Information Technology
Action Item - 13. Title: Energy Performance Contract with Johnson Controls Inc. for GESA 1 Phase 4 at the Fitzpatrick Elementary School - ($21,604,300) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Johnson Controls, Inc. Purpose: Energy Performance Contract Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2030 Compensation not to exceed: $21,604,300 Location: Fitzpatrick, A. L. School; Renewal Options: No Description: The adopted Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY24 includes funding to implement a Guaranteed Energy Savings Agreement (GESA) at A. L. Fitzpatrick School. The GESA project will include capital improvements to the building conditions. These improvements will result in a
reduction of utility cost and generate savings that can be applied to reduce the School District's deferred maintenance capital backlog. The Office of Capital Programs is recommending the District enter into an energy performance contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. for a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) not to exceed $21,604,300. The GMP is inclusive of all the project costs including contractors, subcontractors, professional services, project/construction management and owner controlled contingencies. The Pennsylvania Guaranteed Energy Savings Act, 62 Pa.C.S.A. §§3751-3758, permits the School District to enter into an energy performance contract with an Energy Services Company (ESCO) under which the ESCO will provide design and construction services for energy conservation measures, which include facility alterations designed to reduce energy consumption or operating costs, and will guarantee energy savings in these school buildings will
meet or exceed the cost of these ECMs over a period of up to 20 years.
Building upon the success of Phase I of the GESA work which is 80% complete, Phase II at an additional four schools was presented to and approved by the Board in October 2020. The GESA program will focus on the following Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs): 1. LED light fixtures and controls: Installation of high efficiency LED lighting fixtures to both the interior and exterior. 2. Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) upgrades and repairs to allow improved comfort levels and reduce energy consumption. 3. New high-efficiency boilers and chillers, to improve cooling and new terminal units for heating and ventilation. 4. New Air Handling Units (AHU's) for improved heating and ventilation. 5. Electrical System upgrades as needed. 6. Seal envelope of buildings to reduce heat loss. 7. New unit ventilators for improved ventilation and comfort in the classrooms 8. Weatherization Why is this contract needed?
These improvements provide this school with an updated HVAC system, including a central chiller for cooling all classrooms, offices, mul- purpose room, and cafeteria, new controls, including BACnet capable thermostats for classroom units and retrofi ng the lighng to comprehensive LED lighng with embedded wireless sensors. Addionally, these improvements provide the teachers and students with a be&er teaching and learning environment. 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. How will the success of this contract be measured? Success will be measured by the timely completion of the project within budget. 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. 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? Yes, this an amendment to an existing contract but success was not measured in the past as the contract for the work at this school has yet to be approved. Related resolution(s)/approval(s):
March 28, 2019; No. 17 Funding Source(s): FY 23-24 Capital Budget
Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type
Action Item - 14. Title: Capital Award for the Elevator Modernization at Overbrook High School ($1,240,200) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Lorenzon Brothers Company Hyde Electric Corporation Purpose: To provide modernization of the elevator system Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2025 Compensation not to exceed: $1,240,200 Separate Compensation by Vendor: Lorenzon Brothers Company – General Construction - $998,000 Hyde Electric Corporation – Electrical Services - $242,200 Location: Overbrook High School; Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs has identified a need for general construction services and
electrical upgrades at Overbrook High School, which work includes but is not limited to the modernization of the two existing elevators. The work will be monitored daily by a Capital Programs 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? To provide the school with upgrades to the existing elevators. This will provide improved access and ADA accessibility to various areas of the building for students and staff. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? 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? By the completion of the construction work indicated in the contract documents on time and within budget. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify M/WBE 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
Action Item - 15. Title: Capital Award for Electrical Upgrades at Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (formerly Chester A. Arthur School) ($3,928,900) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Lorenzon Brothers Company EJ Electric Purpose: To provide Electrical Upgrades Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2026 Compensation not to exceed: $3,928,900 Separate Compensation by Vendor: Lorenzon Brothers Company - General Contractor - $295,900 EJ Electric - Electrical Contractor - $3,633,000 Location: Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy (formerly Chester A. Arthur School) Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs has identified a need for electrical upgrades at the Marian
Anderson Neighborhood Academy (formerly the Chester A. Arthur School), which include, but are not limited to additional power receptacles in classrooms, additional window air conditioners, new LED lighting throughout to save energy and enhance the classroom learning environment, new electrical services to accommodate the additional air conditioners, a life safety generator, an upgraded fire alarm system, a new digital surveillance system, as well as an upgraded telecommunication system.
The work will be monitored daily by a Capital Programs 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? To provide the school with the electrical upgrades needed, providing improved lighting, cooling, and security systems. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be safe, welcoming, and healthy where our students, staff, and community want to be and learn daily. How will the success of this contract be measured? By the completion of the construction work indicated in the contract documents on time and within budget. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify M/WBE compliance in this contract by confirming monthly or quarterly spending reports for
verification and potential auditing. Then, OMSBD will track the spending 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
Action Item - 16. Title: Capital Award for Exterior Renovations at Kensington High School ($7,615,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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 Services LLC Purpose: To provide the school building with upgrades to its existing exterior. Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2026 Compensation not to exceed: $7,615,000 Location: Kensington High School; Renewal Options: No Description: The Office of Capital Programs has identified a need for the renovation of the building envelope at Kensington High School, work includes but is not limited to window and door replacements, lintel repair and replacement, roofing, masonry repairs and replacements,
etc. The work will be monitored daily by a Capital Programs 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? To provide the school building with upgrades to its existing exterior and give the students and staff a better learning and teaching environment. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Every school will be safe, welcoming, and healthy where our students, staff, and community want to be and learn daily. How will the success of this contract be measured?
By the completion of the construction work indicated in the contract documents on time and within budget. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by confirming monthly or quarterly spending reports for verification and potential auditing. Then, OMSBD will track the spending 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
Action Item - 17. Title: Contract with Various Vendors for Furniture and Equipment for the Renovated Science Labs at Parkway Northwest High School ($150,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: H & H Interiors Kay Twelve, Inc. Purpose: Purchase furniture and equipment for Parkway Northwest High School science laboratory classrooms Start date: 12/8/2023 End date: 6/30/2024 Compensation not to exceed: $150,000 Separate Compensation by Vendor: All entities will be paid out of the aggregate amount not to exceed $150,000 Location: Parkway Northwest High School; Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed? The adopted Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes funding for the renovation of two new
science labs, biology and chemistry, in the Parkway Northwest High School. Prior to the completion of the renovation, new furniture and equipment will need to be purchased. Furniture will be procured from vendors who are District qualified authorized vendors. By using the identified vendors who are a part of the Cooperative Purchasing Agreement approved by the Office of Procurement, furniture installation will occur at the completion of each construction phase.
This work is based on the Capital Budget Call and the Facilities Conditions Assessment Report. The projects recommended for contract award were identified in the approved FY22 Capital Budget. How is this work connected to the District's plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? This work supports BOE 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 purchase and installation of required furnishings prior to opening the school improvements to student use. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify MWBE compliance in this contract by verifying monthly or quarterly spending reports for verification and potential auditing. Then, OMSBD will track the spending through our contract compliance checks. The OMSBD will then report to internal and external stakeholders. Why vendor was selected:
The School District of Philadelphia is utilizing vendors from cooperative purchase agreements where pricing has been bid and negotiated. H & H Interiors is M/WBE certified. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): June 29, 2023; No. 44 Funding Source(s): FY24 Capital Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type
Action Item - 18. Title: Amended Contract with Mobilease Modular Space, Inc. at Various Locations ($600,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Mobilease Modular Space, Inc Purpose: To provide a time and cost adjustment to the contract with Mobilease Modular Space, Inc. Original Start Date: 6/24/2022 Current End Date: 6/30/2024 Amended End Date: 6/30/2025 Currently Authorized Compensation: $300,485 Additional Compensation: Mobilease Modular Space, Inc - $600,000 Total New Compensation: 900,485 Location: Comly, Watson School; Henry, Charles W. School; Olney School; Fox Chase Farm School; Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed?
The Office of Capital Programs has identified a need for eight (8) modular facilities to be moved and installed to other school district sites. Four (4) modular facilities will be relocated to the Comly Elementary School, One (1) will be relocated to the Olney Elementary School; one (1) will be relocated to the C.W. Henry Elementary School, and two (2) modular
restrooms will be provided at Fox Chase Farm and C.W. Henry Elementary School to allow separate student and faculty restrooms. The cost of the original contract will need to be increased to facilitate this transfer and relocation. Mobilease will complete additional services including, but not limited to, The relocation and setup of the eight (8) single-wide units to the locations noted above. Supply and install all new data/communication cabling All other required activities and materials associated with the relocation and upgrading of the modular facilities How will the success of this contract be measured? The success of the contract will be measured by the completion of the noted upgrades and the facilities being made available to the teachers and students at Comly Elementary School. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify M/WBE 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. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals? Guardrail 1: Welcoming and Supportive Schools - Adding these trailers will help this school continue to be a safe, welcoming place where our students, staff, and community want to be each day. 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? The provision of the trailers fulfills the need for additional classrooms and restrooms for the students and teachers at the schools mentioned above. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): June 23, 2022; No. 31 Funding Source(s): FY 23-24 Capital Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type
Action Item - 19. Title: Change Orders at Various Locations ($710,816) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 Action under consideration The Administration recommends the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform amendments of contracts for change order modifications to ongoing construction projects at various locations, as follows: With: Allstates Mechanical, Ltd. BSI Construction, LLC C.A.D. Electric, Inc. Dolan Mechanical, Inc. Eagle I Electric, Inc. Edward J. Meloney, Inc. Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. McGoldrick Electric Inc. Mulhern Electric Company, Inc. Palman Electric, Inc. Smith Construction, Inc. TE Construction Services, LLC Purpose: To pay additional amounts necessitated by change orders for ongoing construction projects. Start Date: 12/8/2023 End Date: Through completion dates for previously approved construction, as well as
professional design/structural/architectural services contracts Compensation not to exceed: $710,816 Separate Compensation by Vendor and Locations: Allstates Mechanical, Ltd. - Mechanical Contract - Mechanical Renovation at Edmonds, Franklin S. Elementary School $ 275,000.00 BSI Construction, LLC - General Contract - Addition and Major Renovations at Frank, Anne Elementary School $ 705.00 C.A.D. Electric, Inc. - Electrical Contract - Classroom Modernization at Patterson, John N. Elementary School $ 6,616.00
Dolan Mechanical, Inc. - Plumbing Contract - Addition and Major Renovations at Frank, Anne Elementary School $ 2,918.00 Eagle I Electric, Inc. - Electrical Contract - Addition and Major Renovations at Frank, Anne Elementary School $ 148,364.00 Edward J. Meloney, Inc.- Mechanical Contract - Addition and Major Renovations at Frank, Anne Elementary School $ 7,562.00 Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. - General Contract - Major Renovation and Addition at Richmond Elementary School $ 12,942.00 Ernest Bock & Sons, Inc. - General Contract - New Construction at Solis-Cohen, Solomon Elementary School $ 35,471.00 McGoldrick Electric Inc. - Electrical Contract - Major Renovation and Addition at Allen, Ethan Elementary School $ 9,642.00 Mulhern Electric Company, Inc. - Electrical Contract - Major Renovation at Forrest, Edwin Elementary School $ 18,394.00 Palman Electric, Inc.- Electrical Contract - Major HVAC Renovation at Potter-Thomas Elementary School $ 145,078.00
Smith Construction, Inc. - General Contract - Major Renovation at Forrest, Edwin Elementary School $ 26,350.00 TE Construction Services, LLC - General Contract - Building Envelope Renovation at Fox Chase Elementary School $ 21,774.00 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 contracts, relative to the change orders to be submitted is 13 with a value of $94,144,056. The total number of projects is 9 with a value of $151,709,850. The total number of change orders to be submitted to the Board of Education for approval, is 20 with a value of $710,816.00, which is .8% of the total value of the construction contracts and .5% of the total value of the projects. Our current change order rate on all open construction contracts is 3.57% of which 0.58% are design error(s) and 0.57% are design omission(s), 1.73% are unforeseen conditions and 0.69% 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. Funding Source: FY 23/24 Capital Budget Related resolutions(s)/approval(s): September 23, 2021; No.13 April 21, 2022; No.11 May 28, 2020; No.14 January 30, 2020; No.24 October 18, 2018; No.7 August 20, 2020; No.12 May 26, 2022; No.53 June 23, 2022; No.29 November 18, 2021; No.12 Office Originating Request: Operations - Capital Programs ATTACHMENTS: Description Type
Action Item - 20. Title: Amendment to Contract with Joseph A. Deluca Advisory & Consulting Services LLC for Program Management Services for the Office of Environmental Management Services ($4,290,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Joseph A. Deluca Advisory & Consulting Services LLC Purpose: To amend the existing contract to support the School District’s efforts to comply with laws and regulations concerning the operations and management of the Office of Environmental Services and Management, and facilitate the transition of the AHERA 3-year inspection and 6-month surveillance program from Tetra Tech to the OEMS Department. Original Start Date: 1/1/2022 Current End Date: 6/30/2025 Amended End Date: 6/30/2025
Currently Authorized Compensation: $9,091,868 Additional Compensation: $4,290,000 Total New Compensation: $13,381,868 Location: Administrative Office(s) Renewal Options: No Description: This action item will allow the District to amend the current contract with Deluca Advisory &
Consulting Services (DLA) to include the additional operational scope in addition to the ongoing compliance and oversight services being provided under the current contract. DLA was initially retained to oversee and execute the implementation of a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) designed to improve AHERA management and AHERA compliance within the Office of Environmental Management and Services (OEMS). The increased costs included in this contract include the augmentation of OEMS staff that fill immediate staffing vacancies, which have been challenging. Challenges for staffing include that the skill set for OEMS positions are very specific and technical in nature creating a smaller candidate field, and School District compensation does not meet private market levels within the Philadelphia region.. These positions will manage key functions of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) contract and the execution of the related actions funded with the
recently awarded $5 million Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Grant. DeLuca has been diligently working with leadership, Office of Finance and Office of Talent to staff unit with a focus on approved positions to ensure that recruitment is underway in addition to drafting and getting additional job descriptions approved. DeLuca has also taken on additional operational scope within OEMS. Operational needs require on-call staff 24/7 to respond to emergencies, prepare communications, night and weekend work schedules for abatement and sampling activities, and data requests, which DeLuca is supporting through provision of staff when District office staff is otherwise unavailable. There have been increased requests of OEMS in relation to the AHERA program to meet regulatory compliance and commitments to regulatory agencies, which in turn have resulted in additional effort from DeLuca staff in managing and overseeing AHERA
data. Additionally, DeLuca has been asked to review processes related to OEMS interaction with Capital and other departments where environmental data is needed to properly address construction, maintenance, repair, and IT services within the schools. Lastly, Deluca is developing a plan and strategy to transition the AHERA program currently being managed by Tetra Tech and Deluca to the school district after completion of its first cycle of inspections and completion of its contract in 2025. That process includes many of the CAP items that need to be developed and implemented for successful transition to the OEMS Department, including hiring staff, management, and qualified professional leadership and successfully implementing a department wide technology solution in order to successfully comply with federal AHERA regulations and local, state, and federal regulations throughout the department. This work is also in direct support of the Strategic Plan Accelerate Philadelphia. Success
will be measured by the improvement of the management of environmental conditions and hazards by hiring an administrator and investing in a modern data management system. This work supports Board Guardrail 1 to provide safe, healthy and welcoming learning environments for all students. This is a continuation of the existing contract. DeLuca Advisory Services has played a critical role in the execution of a corrective action plan to address environmental compliance in the Office of Environmental Management and Services. Under DeLuca’s consultation the district has increased the number of AHERA inspections to address asbestos materials in schools, and has increased transparency and regular communication around the abatement and remediation of environmental conditions at the District. Related resolution(s)/approval(s):
January 27, 2022, No. 25 December 15, 2022, A-17 Funding Source(s): FY22-25: Operating Budget Office Originating Request: Operations - Facilities
Action Item - 21. Title: Amendment to Contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. for AHERA Management Program ($5,320,492.89) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Tetra Tech, Inc. Purpose: To amend the existing contract to continue to support the School District’s efforts to restructure the Districts’ Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act management program by designing and facilitating 6-month periodic surveillances, 3-year inspections, and record management for eligible School District owned properties. Original Start Date: 4/1/2022 Current End Date: 3/31/2025 Amended End Date: 3/31/2025 Currently Authorized Compensation: $24,224,861.64 Additional Compensation: $5,320,492.89 Total New Compensation: $29,545,354.53 Location:
All District Schools Renewal Options: Yes Number of Options: 2 Duration of each option to extend: Years: 1 Months:
Maximum compensation authorized per option period: Compensation for the option to renew has yet to be agreed upon. Description: The Office of Environmental Management Services (OEMS) has contracted with Tetra Tech, Inc., a large environmental project management firm with the resources to assist the School District with staffing, planning, design, and execution of Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) inspections, surveillance, data gathering and reporting. The management of asbestos containing materials in schools nationwide is regulated under which requires public school districts to: (1) inspect their schools for asbestos containing materials; (2) prepare management plans; and (3) take appropriate response actions. The School District's AHERA program, which includes more than 300 facilities, is managed within OEMS. Tetra Tech is providing the staffing and expertise necessary to maintain AHERA compliance
for the over 300 School District owned properties. This contract is measured through the implementation of AHERA elements for all School District owned properties. Success is measured by the execution of 3-year inspections and 6-month periodic surveillance events, and AHERA management plans, in accordance with regulatory requirements and within the approved budget. Tetra Tech has been asked to provide the following additional support for the AHERA Program in order to maintain AHERA compliance and to create a program that is sustainable over time: Staff augmentation Conduct 200 additional 3-year inspections to normalize the schedule Expedited inspections and overtime hours to minimize disruptions to the school community or school closures Creating a manageable inspection schedule to facilitate an easy transition to the School District, or its designee, at the end of Tetra Tech’s contract This work is in support of the Operations' Division goal of providing a safe and healthy
learning environment for all students. This contract will also specifically address 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." Related resolution(s)/approval(s): March 24, 2022 A-27 Funding Source(s):
FY21-22: ARPA and Operating FY22-23: ARPA and Operating FY23-24: ARPA and Operating FY24-25: ARPA and Operating Office Originating Request: Operations - Facilities
Action Item - 22. Title: Amendment of Contracts with M&M Lawn Care East, Inc. and Townscapes, Inc. - Landscaping Services ($800,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: M&M Lawn Care East, Inc. Townscapes, Inc. Purpose: To provide landscaping services for District schools Original Start Date: 7/1/2022 Current End Date: 6/30/2025 Currently Authorized Compensation: $1,500,000 Additional Compensation: M&M Lawn Care East, Inc. - $500,000 Townscapes, Inc. - $300,000 Total New Compensation: $2,300,000 Location: All Schools; Renewal Options: Yes Number of Options: 2 Duration of each option to extend: Years: 1 Months: Maximum compensation authorized per option period: M&M: Each option at fixed amount
of $458,583; Townscapes: Each option at fixed amount of $441,417
Description: Why is this contract needed? The purpose of this amendment of contract is to supplement the landscaping tools and staff that the District already has in place to bring the exterior grounds and landscaping at schools to a higher level of appearance. This will allocate more resources for tree and shrub pruning to improve the curb appeal of our schools as well as protect the safety of our students and staff. The Office of Facilities Management & Service’s intent is to have all District school grounds well manicured, maintained, and inviting every day. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? 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 the contract will be measured by the Office of Facilities Management &
Service inspecting the grooming and maintenance of large trees and school grounds to maintain curb appeal. The Office of Minority and Small Business (OMSBD) will review and verify M/WBE 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. 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 a continuation of the existing contract. Success has been previously measured by District school grounds continually maintained and manicured providing a welcoming environment for students. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): June 23, 2022; #43 Funding Source(s): FY23-24 Operating FY24-25 Operating Office Originating Request: Operations - Facilities
Action Item - 23. Title: Amendment of Contract with Vital Records Holdings, LLC ($300,000) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Vital Records Holdings LLC, successor to Docusafe, LLC Purpose: Extension to existing contract for offsite records storage and retrieval Original Start Date: 1/1/2018 Current End Date: 12/31/2023 Amended End Date: 12/31/2024 Currently Authorized Compensation: $1,295,000 Additional Compensation: $300,000 Total New Compensation: $1,595,000 Location: All Schools; Administrative Office(s); Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed?
Extending the contract with the current warehouse is imperative for accessibility and the security of student records. This extension provides for uninterrupted record retrieval and management services, crucial for administrative and academic functions and aligns with our commitment to safeguarding student data, maintaining operational excellence, and responsible resource allocation. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? An effective and efficient records retrieval process is an integral part of supporting and empowering students to succeed beyond the classroom. Having a vendor that can assist former students with obtaining their records aligns with the Board’s goal to support students’ college and career goals as well as Guardrail 2: Enriching and Well-Rounded Experiences that continues throughout their academic career. How will the success of this contract be measured?
The District fulfills an average of 24,121 student record requests each year. Success is measured by the condition of the records that have been stored and by the company’s ability to locate and return records stored in the vendor’s warehouse, 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? Success will continue to be measured by the vendor’s ability to maintain and retrieve records. Related resolution(s)/approval(s): November 16, 2017: A-15 Funding Source(s): FY24: Operating FY25: Operating Office Originating Request: Student Support Services
Action Item - 25. Title: Contract with Bluum USA, Inc. for Purchase of Evolv Express Weapons Detection System for Minimally Invasive Weapons Detection Scan Pilot ($97,553) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Bluum USA, Inc. Purpose: To used grants funds to purchase of an Evolv Express weapons detection system, including installation, training, software, and maintenance Start date: 12/11/2023 End date: 12/10/2027 Compensation not to exceed: $97,553 Location: Administrative Office(s); Renewal Options: No Description: Why is this contract needed? The Office of School Safety and Office of Student Support Services, in a collaborative application, were awarded the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
(PCCD) School Mental Health & Safety and Security FY22-23 Grant. The grant provides over $6 million in funding for a variety of critical mental health, and safety and security supports. The grant provides funding to the District to pilot the Evolv Express minimally invasive weapons detection system. The Evolv Express weapons detection system is designed to detect weapons while being a faster, smoother, and less invasive process than traditional weapons detection systems. The Office of School Safety will deploy and pilot the Evolv system at the entrance to the District Central Office at 440 North Broad Street. Piloting and
evaluating the Evolv technology under grant funding allows School Safety to test a newer technology that may make the scanning process less invasive. How is this work connected to the District’s plan to achieve Goals & Guardrails? This contract is aligned with Guardrail 1 in support of safe schools. How will the success of this contract be measured? To ensure that School Safety operations are effective and evolving, the Office of School Safety must consider, test, and evaluate new safety and security technologies in consideration of wider use across the District. Under this contract, the Office of School Safety will evaluate the function and effectiveness of the Evolv Express system, and the ability of the system to facilitate a more efficient and less intrusive visitor entry process relative to the systems currently in use. Was a larger community of District community members and/or stakeholders involved in this selection process?
There was no direct community consultation regarding the selection of the Evolv technology for the pilot at the Education Center. The Office of School Safety has worked to transform the weapons detection and administrative scan process to ensure that it is an efficient, effective, standardized, and transparent process to keep weapons from entering District schools and properties. The process is designed to be both procedurally just and to avoid negative experiences for students and visitors. The updates and process improvements that have been made and embedded over the last several years were brought into place in part based on concerns raised by students in 2019. The Office of School Safety continually monitors and evaluates the weapons detection process to ensure that the process is being administered properly and according to protocols. Funding Source(s): FY24 School Safety Grant Funds Office Originating Request: Operations - School Safety
Action Item - 26. Title: Amendment of Contract with Institute for the Development of African American Youth, Inc. for Expansion of Safe Path School and Community Safety Corridor Program ($699,174) Board of Education Meeting Date: 12/7/2023 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: Institute for the Development of African American Youth, Inc. Purpose: To authorize additional compensation to the Institute for the Development of African American Youth, Inc. for services under the expanded District Safe Path program. Original Start Date: 3/28/2022 Current End Date: 6/30/2024 Currently Authorized Compensation: $1,124,514 Additional Compensation: Institute for the Development of African American Youth, Inc. - $699,174 Total New Compensation: $1,823,688 Location: