The Pottsgrove School Board convened on February 25, 2025, to discuss various topics, including student initiatives and staff appreciation. The meeting began with two seventh-grade students, Natalie Hoseel and Pearl Cherry, presenting their survey findings on preferred school closure policies. They proposed the adoption of Flex Instructional Days (FID) instead of traditional snow days, emphasizing that 94.4% of surveyed students favored FID days. The students explained that FID days would allow them to complete assignments online, thus avoiding disruptions to holiday plans and keeping them on track with their lessons. Their initiative was praised by board members for demonstrating courage and leadership.
Following the students' presentation, community member Stacy Abare expressed gratitude towards the teachers and staff for their dedication and hard work. She highlighted the essential roles that educators play in creating a supportive learning environment, especially during challenging times in education.
The meeting then transitioned to agenda item four, featuring a presentation by Lower Pottsgrove Elementary Principal Eric Solchuk. He introduced a discussion on the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) initiative, which has been in place for over a year. Principal Solchuk emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making in the PBIS framework, which aims to enhance student behavior and success. Bridal Armstrong, the PBIS coordinator, elaborated on the team's composition and their use of data analysis to set measurable goals for student improvement.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue fostering student engagement and support for staff, reflecting the district's dedication to educational excellence.