The ASD Committee of the Whole and Regular Board Meeting held on April 24, 2025, focused on several key initiatives aimed at enhancing academic programming for students. The meeting highlighted the upcoming summer program, which will include a variety of literacy, math, social-emotional, and extracurricular activities designed to engage students during the break.

Dr. Malika Savoy presented multiple agenda items, emphasizing the importance of career exposure for students. The Same Career Making Academy will offer hands-on opportunities in hospitality and healthcare, targeting students from sixth to ninth grade. This initiative aims to provide practical experiences that align with career pathways, including collaboration with CareerLink.

Additionally, the board discussed the implementation of Act 1 58 provisions, which are graduation requirements for seniors. Two specialized programs for English learners, the Language Consensus Program and the Refugee Impact Grants Program, were also introduced to support diverse student needs.

The meeting further addressed the renewal of a memorandum of understanding with Valley Health Partners, which aims to enhance community health services. Another significant topic was the international student travel program, which will see 20 students participating in a seven-week summer AI Institute at DeSales University. This program will not only provide students with Google certifications and micro-credentials but also offer paid internships to collect data and conduct community research.

Overall, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to enriching student experiences through innovative programming and partnerships, setting a positive tone for the upcoming school year.