March 18, 2017 (Saturday, March 18, 2017) Generated by Teressa DeRoos on Friday, April 21, 2017 Members present Mr. Michael Faccinetto, Acting President; Ms. Kathy Swope, Immediate Past President; Mr. Otto Voit, Treasurer; Mr. Larry Feinberg, Eastern At-Large Representative; Mr. Daniel O'Keefe, Western At-Large Representative; Mr. Eric Wolfgang, Central At-Large Representative; Ms. Lynn Foltz, Regional Directors Coordinating Council Co-Chair; Mr. Thomas Kerek, Regional Directors Coordinating Council Co-Chair, Mr. Carl Moore, Chair Affiliates Council Members not present Mr. David Hutchinson, Vice President; Mr. Darryl Schaffer, Regional Directors Coordinating Council Chair Staff Present Mr. Nathan Mains, Executive Director; Ms. Chrisi Griffiths, Chief of Staff; Mr. Craig Erdman, Chief Operations Officer; Ms. Teressa DeRoos, Governance Coordinator; Ms. Britta Barrickman, Chief Member Services Manager, John Callahan, Assistant Executive Director Government Affairs Welcome, Call to Order, Attendance-Michael Faccinetto The meeting of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association Governing Board was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Acting President, Michael Faccinetto. Strategic Discussions Regions & Sections next steps Nathan Mains Mr. Mains shared a handout of the proposed conversion of the current regional structure to a new section structure. Also shared was the sectional map, outlining responsibilities of the sectional coordinators. Mr. Mains explained the next steps for the Governing Board and the Bylaws. Discussion followed regarding the current regions vs. sections and traveling. It was explained that members can attend any of the section meetings being held; They are not limited to those just in their "region". It was assured that PSBA can make necessary adjustments as needed. Motion to accept the changes to Sections versus Regions, as outlined in steps 1 and 2 of the document, to be put forward for a change to the Bylaws, to be voted upon at the 2017 Delegate Assembly. Motion by Otto Voit, second by Thomas Kerek. Yea: Kathy Swope, Michael Faccinetto, Otto Voit, Larry Feinberg, Daniel O'Keefe, Lynn Foltz, Thomas Kerek, Eric Wolfgang Planning Institute concept - Britta Barrickman
Ms. Barrickman shared an overview of a Planning Institute concept. Ms. Barrickman shared that the focus will be on five areas, and will be targeted towards the team of 10 concept. The majority of the plans will run on a multi- year cycle and will move the locations around the state to family friendly locations, focused on the institute not always being delivered in the same area of the state. Discussion followed on if it is best to hold the Institutes on a Thursday/Friday combination or a Friday/Saturday combination, based on the needs of Superintendents and Board Directors. First Year Member Experience - Chrisi Griffiths Ms. Griffiths gave an overview of the First-Year Member Experience program that is being developed, sharing the key highlights of the program. She shared that the plan is to develop a learning path for new school board directors. There will be kits with personalized membership cards, travel accident information, login information for the PSBA member portal, and who to contact for member portal assistance. Ms. Griffiths noted that the program will be publicized well in advance to board candidates so they can register immediately upon winning the election so they can hit the ground running. Ms. Griffiths asked for Governing Board feedback on what the questions for the Q&A cards should be. Strategic Updates PSBA Department Team Reports were shared with the board, updating them on what has taken place at PSBA since the last Governing Board meeting. Executive Director Report and Dashboards Nathan Mains Mr. Mains reported on and shared the following items: Updated 2017 Governance Calendar and pointed out a couple of updates: The Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on May 20. The PSBA Officer application submission deadline is June 1. The PSBA Strategic Plan, explaining that he is working with all PSBA staff, inviting them to provide feedback and suggestions to the draft plan. CM Regent will most likely need to extend their lease with PSBA, noting that PSBA will offer to extend the current lease through the end of the calendar year, citing that If they wish to extend longer than December 2017, it will be asked for a 1 year renewal commitment. PSBA Insurance Trust will explore revitalizing and extending the BUCS program and that the Trust board authorized examining how and when to establish an off-shore subsidiary. The Insurance Trust is negotiating with SMIC to outsource management of the remaining insurance products, with the expectation of money savings. A 2016-17 State of Education sneak preview was shared and explained where the process stands today. PSBA is asking other education partners to do a widespread announcement. It was noted that this is a shared report with education partners with their logos included. A copy of district profile sheets that PSBA is utilizing. These profile sheets will be made available to the general assembly in Harrisburg. Showcased the internal, rolling dashboards.
A Closer Look on the Medicaid that was recently produced in house by PSBA Government Affairs team. Town halls - Combined total of 217 attendees 100 districts were represented with at least 1 representative in attendance.; many locations with multiple attendees, including Superintendents. The Feedback was phenomenal. Gave a copy of the Call for Presentations for the Annual Conference, and an updated DRAFT schedule. Will have education sessions with 3 high level ed. sessions outside of the keynotes speakers. HB 76 - partnered with several other groups and are in a good position. Shared a sample of the campaign being used "Stop the Tax Shift". Mock-up of a website called "My PSBA". Discussed issues with the current Learning Management System. Training & Education Model - Britta Barrickman Ms. Barrickman shared that the PSBA Training and Education team have been looking at the current training models and are starting to build towards credentialing of members. She shared a broad look of the newly created model that highlights 4 Series - 100, 200, 300, 400 that include 10-30 minute, remote learning modules. Ms. Barrickman briefly described each series and noted that badges at each series level are earned towards a certificate. This is a first term learning path that will spread out over the 4-year school director term. It was noted that board members who have years of experience already, can start at a higher series level, but this piece of the model is still being discussed internally. "Hill" Report - John Callahan Mr. Callahan encouraged the Governing Board to come to PSBA s upcoming Advocacy Day, and to bring another school director along. Currently have 30 registered, to date, with a goal 80 attendees. Mr. Callahan reported on the following items: PSBA is currently working on charter funding commission. Have sponsors in the senate and house currently. 5-8 other charter bills are currently being worked on. BEF The state department used census data, which is an issue. Operational Matters Budget Development and approval timeline - Craig Erdman Mr. Erdman shared a copy of the 2017-2018 budget development timeline. Plans to have the budget to the Governing Board by May 5. Motion to approve the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year Budget Preparation Timeline as presented Motion by Kathy Swope, second by Larry Feinberg.
PIAA Board of Directors Appointment - Teressa DeRoos Mr. Faccinetto shared that the Executive Committee met to review and discuss all applicants. The unanimous decision to recommend Dr. Richard Frerichs was made. Motion to accept the Executive Committee's recommendation of Dr. Richard Frerichs to the PIAA Board of Directors for the term July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019 Motion by Otto Voit, second by Larry Feinberg. PIAA District Committee Appointments - Teressa DeRoos Motion to accept the candidates recommended by the Regional Directors to each respective PIAA District Committee (Districts 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11) and to appoint the applicants in PIAA Districts 3 & 9, who have served the maximum 2 consecutive terms, due to the absence of other applicants in those Districts. Motion by Eric Wolfgang, second by Otto Voit PIAA District 2 Committee Mr. Mains explained that Mr. Gary Smedley, the Region Director within the PIAA District II Committee, excused himself from making a recommendation because he submitted a Statement of Interest for the committee seat. Motion to appoint Mary Ruth Tanner to the PIAA District 2 Committee Motion by Eric Wolfgang, second by Otto Voit DSBSA Bylaws Approval - Teressa DeRoos
Ms. DeRoos stated the DSBSA s bylaws have been updated and per PSBA Bylaws, the Governing Board must approve the updated DSBSA Bylaws. Motion to approve the DSBSA Constitution and Bylaws as presented. Motion by Otto Voit, second by Kathy Swope. Routine Business & Announcements - Michael Faccinetto Minutes & Financial Statements - Michael Faccinetto Motion to approve January 26, 2017, minutes and financials as presented. Motion by Larry Feinberg, Second by Kathy Swope June Governing Board Meeting & Logistics Mr. Mains advised that the next Governing Board meeting would be held at NSBA Headquarters in Alexandria VA. The following day, all will meet with legislators at the Capitol in DC. Audit Committee - Larry Feinberg Motion to accept the Audit Committee Report as presented. Motion by Larry Feinberg, second Otto Voit Yea: Kathy Swope, Michael Faccinetto, Otto Voit, Larry Feinberg, David Hutchinson, Daniel Leadership Development Committee - Election Timeline - Kathy Swope Ms. Swope shared the proposed timeline for the election process for the 2017 election of PSBA officers, noting the committee is recommending that the application deadline be pushed out a month to June 1. Motion to accept the recommended dates to complete the Leadership Development Committee's process for the 2017 election of PSBA officers. Motion by Otto Voit, second by Eric Wolfgang.
Officer Job Descriptions - Kathy Swope Ms. Swope shared proposed job descriptions for the officer positions for approval. Motion to accept the Officer Job Descriptions as presented. Motion by Larry Feinberg, second Mike Faccinetto Interim Governing Board Meeting It was discussed and agreed that the Governing Board would meet again on May 8 th, for an interim board meeting at 5:00 p.m. Adjourn - Michael Faccinetto Adjourned at 11:57 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Mr. Nathan Mains Executive Director Mr. Michael Faccinetto 2017 Acting-President