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Tributes and leadership: The board thanked Alethea Smith Tucker for five years of board service (2020–2025). Ellen Caparto of Senator Lachman’s office read a senate tribute praising Smith Tucker’s focus on parent engagement and community initiatives. Councilwoman Yolanda McCoy and Councilmember Xavier Oliver presented a city council resolution recognizing Smith Tucker’s service and partnership with early‑education and parent‑advocacy programs.

Student honors and program achievements: The board recognized Christina students who were Delaware Secretary of Education scholars and listed honorees from multiple high schools. The district highlighted Business Professionals of America competitors who advanced to national competitions and noted certifications earned by several students. Gallaher Elementary School was recognized as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School, making two Lighthouse schools in the district, and the district announced an inaugural Belonging Conference June 23–26 at Beyers School for staff professional learning on diversity, equity and inclusion.

Leadership change: The board announced that Dr. Pechear will resign from the board effective July 15. In closing remarks, members reflected on board service, student outcomes and the district’s work to center students. One departing leader read a student commencement excerpt and reflected on resilience and equity in the district.

Why it matters: The recognitions underline district priorities for student achievement, career certifications and school culture. The announced resignation and the formal tributes mark an upcoming change in the board’s composition ahead of the July transition to the new superintendent, Dr. Deidre Joyner.

Ending: The district also played a year‑in‑review video highlighting graduations and staff recognitions and reminded families of end‑of‑school dates and summer events.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","CSD Board of Education Meeting - June 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The board recognized outgoing member Alethea Smith Tucker, honored student scholarship winners and program successes, and marked district milestones including a Lighthouse school designation and an inaugural belonging conference. The board announced that Dr. Pechear will resign effective July 15.","taxTitle","Appoquinimink School District, School Districts, Delaware","taxId",13107,"location","Delaware","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6184602,"Board discusses exploring short‑term bank loans and lines of credit; formal motion withdrawn, CFO to research",498,3065600,3564070,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c&start=3065&end=3564","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c/thumbnail_3065600.jpg","/articles/6184602/Delaware/Board-discusses-exploring-shortterm-bank-loans-and-lines-of-credit-formal-motion-withdrawn-CFO-to-research","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6184602-d018fa81aa4a335a81e8ffec134affec/orig.mp4?Expires=1770965196&Signature=kIO1Pc7yarL2FDSdjXE-mDuPWZohDW4ORN4o9kFSUQdOJRXuwhwsbTZeBwHYZQieSVH2ct5mXPe~EJcyii2REAt7X3Y5~WwnajxZT6KR7TySTHukAinqgSvu8-BgLCbe3zAdesJS1BRQ3nlWNggKb57hNhgErNSzxFgew6NVNcDd78yoaI~9LbM2bhO3~EnzUUHQ2Zr3TM1J8iSaHrAQ2lBr-JvfRaaq7tsVjNZdE3lCjkOdXR88p0UKXl5M2ZJa9dADBkMx1qcCTcm-wNYJyhWrrTPlfEP6WSj-0l3gPwqIboBaaGoKk2jHSEJrdIdC108oNIcBpYnua5LCLipDAA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Members of the district’s Citizens Budget Oversight Committee asked the board on June 10 to authorize staff to research short‑term commercial loans and lines of credit as potential bridging tools for future cash‑flow gaps. The committee’s presentation noted state law allows short bridging loans (often 90‑day instruments) and said the district has not used this option previously.

CBOC and finance staff said the goal was to ‘‘establish those relationships when it’s not an emergency’’ so the district could negotiate from a position of strength if a future tax revenue timing gap or grant interruption occurred. CBOC members also cited a county reassessment process tied to Tyler Technologies as an uncertain factor affecting future revenues.

Board members asked why the preliminary investigation required board approval, noting staff routinely research vendors and services. Vincent Vaca, the district chief financial officer, said the request reflected a change in practice and a desire for board engagement: \"The only reason we're bringing this to the board ... given the current economic circumstances ... it seemed prudent to start investigating this to come back with some alternatives.\" He described potential products as either short commercial loans or lines of credit and said vetting would include institution ratings and payback terms.

Outcome: The board did not take a formal vote to adopt a borrowing program. Board member Doug Manley withdrew his motion after discussion; several board members said they were comfortable with the CFO conducting investigatory work and returning recommendations through the CBOC and the superintendent's office for later board consideration.

Why it matters: Establishing pre‑vetted lending relationships can reduce the cost and execution risk of short‑term borrowing in a cash‑flow emergency, but such borrowings carry interest costs and legal/financial implications. The board signaled it prefers receiving vetted options and a formal recommendation before authorizing any borrowing.

Next steps: Finance staff will continue exploratory work, coordinate with CBOC, and bring any recommendation back to the board for a formal vote if a borrowing product is proposed.","The Citizens Budget Oversight Committee recommended the district explore establishing relationships with commercial banks for short‑term bridge loans or lines of credit. Board members questioned whether the investigation needed a formal vote; the motion was withdrawn and the chief financial officer was asked to research options and report back.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6184607,"Board approves minutes, committee reports and administrator contract renewals; consent agenda passes 6–1",3874,2690060,6564890,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c&start=2690&end=6564","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c/thumbnail_2690060.jpg","/articles/6184607/Delaware/Board-approves-minutes-committee-reports-and-administrator-contract-renewals-consent-agenda-passes-61","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6184607-c063dfecfd6063d4b46be2127c3fa3d2/orig.mp4?Expires=1770965196&Signature=Tx59EcdORCDlWTp6xSM3JEBOetIEj-xLXylYKeHo-lZkzQhDEHRGi5jgdfq1~xCSJqhi5roZqBWxE7ZG3fP2-1CilKCd4YtTor2O6pcOGIlxhiRQsFOhTjk43rWRQtSY7L~48lKJiosr089ey~ews1VAmcrMrKq29KLMtHnBm8oWn4nmi7u53UuV2HuTUyjuHaqn4oMMfCEIOOZZb0imDh1kRLZD-sFbrXdIEPXRPPhEuGZHgJtxi8MQaegYLD7nhhGXoaEX3eaEzEzPIVmA2IXbchDBSpNgOPuld3t6lkLGKnHz5AGLsFRN15LTakcHVck8CmwJ71hjmlrKDTSKhQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Christina School District Board of Education on June 10 approved several routine items and an administrator contract renewal.

Key votes at a glance:
- Executive session meeting minutes (May 6, 2025): approved 7–0.
- Regular session meeting minutes (May 6, 2025): approved 7–0.
- Citizen Budget Oversight Committee (CBOC) report as posted: approved 7–0.
- Appointment of Catherine Bakayev to the CBOC: approved 7–0.
- Consent agenda (comprehensive consent list of purchases, contracts and program renewals): approved 6–1.
- Administrative recommendations (contract renewals effective July 1): approved 6–1.

How the board voted and procedure notes: Several motions were introduced from the dais and seconded by board members on the record. At one point a motion to amend the agenda to remove the president's remarks failed on a tie (3–3) after a roll call; later the board voted 6–0 to remove items 11O2 and 804 from the agenda so those items would not be presented that evening. The board approved the minutes and the CBOC recommendations unanimously.

Why it matters: The administrative recommendations approved by the board include contract renewals effective July 1; the board said details were discussed in executive session. The consent agenda vote bundled multiple operational items that the board approved without pulling items for separate discussion. The meeting record shows routine governance activity that sets staff contracts and committee membership going into the new fiscal year.

Clarifications and limits: The transcript indicates the CEA (teachers') contract was not ready for a vote and was removed from the agenda; board members said the existing contract remains in effect until a new agreement is ratified. Where roll‑call tallies were not read aloud for every consent item, the board recorded final tallies (for example, consent passed 6–1) without naming each member’s vote in the public transcript.

Ending: The approved motions will be recorded in the official minutes and the district’s administrative team will implement the contract renewals and committee appointment as approved.","The Christina School District Board approved executive and regular meeting minutes, the Citizen Budget Oversight Committee report, a new CBOC member and administrative contract renewals. The consent agenda passed 6–1; the administrative recommendations item passed 6–1 after a roll call.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6184609,"Staffer says district delayed and minimized reports of alleged abuse at special‑needs school; board promises review",267,2028800,2296710,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c&start=2028&end=2296","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5087400-f8441a026173ba77dfab4fd53130037c/thumbnail_2028800.jpg","/articles/6184609/Delaware/Staffer-says-district-delayed-and-minimized-reports-of-alleged-abuse-at-specialneeds-school-board-promises-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6184609-3cffe2442d2b1af5206e9128d1c16ea8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770965196&Signature=d~BmbuiVoZGW-J3IC-jlPjsv4GWUkoZvmyM1GLbGrcNz~sX1OGe99hz4hTJjinSUh4cHRgpZhWS8MG3xT7dFe7xN0q23y1YNhVQ9iH1WLqiID4-zFj73ogOIoEKljrKcnBWDlNkMGmWRksRxTWk8JUxg~yBEskTgzqQSbGUk9A1f4K1gH7vb8AcGPSYFTEusY3WcnkcDTD~6CcT4gi4bWaFC3EXxc3w~IRvXlZs7Ri9j7vZzMavgorJDlN7bSdAv4nW1F8TGr54cTs-iU6lBvq2hgNYc-bmk63YR31wyyMowS2QZskYS42C0oroNslRMymonrR~nOwpT-M4FN4nPHw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Christina School District staff member told the board on June 10 that she filed six allegations of abuse against a teacher at a special‑needs school and that district responses amounted to “deflection, procedural ambiguity, and administrative retaliation.”

In public comment, Betty Millar said she filed six separate complaints about the same teacher and, after months of delay and what she described as internal minimization, contacted outside agencies including the Delaware State Police. \"There has been more effort to conceal these allegations than to confront them,\" Millar said. She urged the board to require a published, districtwide abuse‑reporting protocol, parent notification within 24 hours, independent investigations and protections for 18‑to‑22‑year‑old students who may not be able to self‑advocate.

The board president said the board was not previously aware of the specifics Millar described and asked staff to follow up. Board members said they would speak with district leadership, including incoming Superintendent Dr. Deidre Joyner, and promised to provide Millar the applicable board/district protocol. The board did not announce an independent investigation at the meeting.

Why it matters: Millar told the board that months elapsed between incidents she reported and any apparent investigative steps, and that the principal and special services staff classified some reports as \"unfounded.\" She also said some students struggle to communicate, which complicates criminal‑investigative thresholds that the Delaware State Police described to her as requiring student statements. Those procedural gaps are precisely what Millar asked the board and lawmakers to address.

What was said: Millar recounted repeated incidents and said, \"When I reported that a teacher was screaming at students, the response was not concern. It was minimization.\" She said she was told by special services to meet and talk with the teacher rather than remove students or escalate the matter.

Board response and next steps: The board’s public remarks asked staff to file and review the matter through existing district protocols and to share that protocol with Millar. The board indicated it would have conversations with Dr. Joyner and district staff to determine next steps and said it would ensure Millar receives the information she requested. No formal board action, motion, or vote regarding a special investigation occurred during the meeting.

Context and limits: Millar told the board she contacted the Delaware State Police and the governor’s office and requested legislative changes for students who cannot reliably report abuse. The board’s response at the meeting was limited to committing to review and provide protocol documentation. The transcript includes Millar’s allegation that some prior reports were found \"unfounded\" by school staff; the board did not provide documentation of those findings during the meeting.

Ending: The board said it would follow up with Dr. Joyner and district staff and provide Millar the district policy and reporting steps. Any independent external investigation or legislative action would be separate from the board’s immediate follow‑up and was not launched at the meeting.","A Christina School District staff member told the board she filed six allegations of mistreatment at a special‑needs school and said district response was slow and opaque. The board said it will follow up with district leadership and provide the complainant with the district’s reporting protocol.","actionData","errors"]

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