The Haverford Township School District's recent board meeting highlighted significant budgetary decisions and technology updates that will shape the district's educational landscape for the upcoming fiscal year.

A key focus was the approval of the Delaware County vocational technical schools budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, totaling $18,076,609. The budget reflects a 4.5% increase from the previous year, with Haverford's share amounting to $838,724. Board members discussed the budget's structure, which is based on average daily membership (ADM) metrics for both regular and special education programs. This ensures that funding is allocated fairly among the 15 participating districts, with Haverford's costs rising by only 3.4% for the services provided.

In addition to budget discussions, the board approved the disposal of nearly 700 outdated IT assets, including older Chrome tablets, as part of a technology refresh cycle. The district's technology director assured that all data would be securely wiped from devices before disposal, ensuring student privacy and responsible recycling practices.

The meeting also saw the approval of several agreements for IT equipment recycling, including partnerships with Second Life Mac and STS Equipment Recycling, aimed at responsibly managing outdated hardware.

On the human resources front, the board expressed condolences for the passing of long-time employee Donna Sullivan, who dedicated nearly two decades to the district. Additionally, the board accepted several retirements and resignations, acknowledging the significant contributions of long-serving staff members.

As the meeting concluded, the board approved the 2025-2028 comprehensive plan and various student educational excursions, reinforcing the district's commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for its students. The decisions made during this meeting are poised to impact the district's operations and educational offerings significantly in the coming years.