The Blackhawk School District Board of School Directors held a Work/Voting Session on June 11, 2026, focused on preparing for the 2026-2027 school year and considering several significant financial, personnel, educational, and support-service decisions. The meeting included updates from administrators, a budget presentation, committee reports, and multiple items requiring board discussion or formal action.
The largest focus of the meeting was the district’s 2026-2027 financial planning. Board members were scheduled to vote on the final district budget, consider tax-related actions, review financial reports, approve year-end financial adjustments, and discuss future capital reserve priorities. The agenda also included a proposed $400,000 transfer to the Capital Reserve Fund and planning for capital reserve projects during the upcoming fiscal year.
The board also reviewed staffing and student-support matters connected to the upcoming school year. Personnel items included contractual employee salary increases, summer hiring, transportation-related staffing information, and a human resources report. Educational and support-service agreements were also presented, including agreements related to student services, specialized programs, literacy initiatives, and extended school-year programming.
Administrators were scheduled to provide updates on district programs and activities, including the SAVVAS SuccessMaker Math Study, spring athletics, and recognitions. The meeting also included discussion of grant opportunities, technology-supported learning resources, career and technical education participation, and partnerships with outside service providers.
Major Discussion and Action Items
2026-2027 Final Budget and District Financial Planning
The board was scheduled to consider formal approval of the 2026-2027 final budget through a roll-call vote. The budget discussion represents one of the most significant annual decisions for the district because it establishes the financial framework for staffing, programs, operations, and services during the next school year.
Related financial items included tax levies, tax collection procedures, financial reports, monthly bill payments, insurance rates, fund assignments, and the use of assigned fund balance. These decisions determine how district resources will be managed and how planned services will be funded.
Community members may want to follow how budget decisions affect classroom programs, staffing levels, student services, facilities, and district tax responsibilities.
Capital Reserve Fund and Future Projects
The board was scheduled to discuss transferring $400,000 into the Capital Reserve Fund and identifying projects for the 2026-2027 school year. Capital reserve funds are generally used to support larger future expenses outside of normal operating costs.
The agenda indicates that the board would review project priorities and fund assignments. Specific projects, locations, and costs were not included in the available packet text.
Future capital planning decisions may affect district facilities, maintenance needs, equipment replacement, and long-term financial stability.
Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion and Tax Matters
The board was scheduled to discuss the 2026-2027 Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion along with district tax levies, tax collection procedures, and compensation rates for tax collectors.
These items relate to how district tax obligations are administered and how eligible property owners may receive applicable exclusions under Pennsylvania school property tax programs.
Residents interested in the effect of district tax decisions may want to review final budget documents and future tax notices for specific household impacts.
Financial Reports, Transfers, and Year-End Audit Preparation
The finance agenda included review of May financial reports, monthly bill payments, required budget transfers, and actions necessary for the year-end audit process.
The board was also scheduled to consider assignment of funds, use of assigned fund balance, and other financial consent items. These actions help reconcile the district’s accounts and prepare financial records for annual review.
Personnel Decisions and Staffing for 2026-2027
The board was scheduled to consider a human resources report, an updated McCarter's driver list, contractual employee salary increases for 2026-2027, summer staffing, and personnel consent items.
These discussions affect district employees and the staffing structure needed to operate schools, transportation services, and educational programs.
The available packet text does not identify individual personnel changes or salary amounts.
Student Learning Programs and Educational Grants
Administrators were scheduled to provide an update on the SAVVAS SuccessMaker Math Study, an educational program focused on mathematics learning support and assessment.
The education section also included consideration of the 2026-2027 Grable Grant Award, Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant, and a 2026-2027 Class Academy Agreement.
Grant-supported programs and educational partnerships may provide additional resources for student learning initiatives. Specific grant amounts were not included in the available packet text.
Special Education and Student Support Service Agreements
The board was scheduled to consider multiple agreements for the 2026-2027 school year involving student support providers, including Amergis, MHY Family Services (Longmore Academy), Glade Run Lutheran Services, The School at McGuire Memorial, Bradley School, and Beaver County Rehabilitation Center.
These agreements appear related to specialized educational and support services for students requiring additional assistance. The agenda also included a 2027 Extended School Year agreement with The School at McGuire Memorial.
Specific contract amounts and student counts were not included in the available packet text.
Athletics, Activities, and Community Recognition Updates
Administrators were scheduled to provide a Spring Sports Update, while the public relations section included recognitions and communication updates.
The meeting also included a PSBA update from board representative Rachel Cline and liaison reports related to regional educational organizations.
Financial Matters
The meeting included several major financial decisions for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
Key financial matters included:
- Final vote on the 2026-2027 district budget.
- Consideration of the 2026-2027 Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion.
- Review of May 2026 financial reports.
- Approval of monthly bill payments.
- Approval of July bill payments through consent action.
- Review of 2026-2027 insurance rates.
- Budget transfers required for year-end audit preparation.
- Transfer of $400,000 to the Capital Reserve Fund.
- Review of capital reserve projects planned for 2026-2027.
- Review of assigned fund balance use and fund assignments.
- Approval of district tax levies and tax collection procedures.
- Consideration of the Beaver County Career and Technology Center 2026-2027 General Fund Budget.
- Review of real estate assessment appeal settlements.
Specific dollar amounts beyond the $400,000 capital reserve transfer were not included in the available packet text.
Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Governance
The agenda did not identify any new policy proposals, ordinance changes, or resolutions for consideration.
The board did include governance-related activities such as approval of revised meeting minutes from May 7, 2026, board representative updates, committee liaison reports, public comment opportunities, and school director discussion.
The meeting included several informational updates:
- Administrators and Superintendent Update.
- SAVVAS SuccessMaker Math Study presentation.
- Spring Sports Update.
- Budget Presentation.
- Recognitions.
- PSBA Board Representative Update.
- Reports from Beaver County Career & Technology Center and Beaver County Intermediate Unit representatives.
The SAVVAS SuccessMaker discussion indicates continued review of instructional resources and student learning tools. The spring sports update provided an opportunity to review athletics-related activities. The budget presentation supported the board’s financial decision-making process.
Personnel, Appointments, and Organizational Matters
Personnel matters included:
- Human Resources Report.
- Updated McCarter's Driver List.
- Contractual employee salary increases for 2026-2027.
- Summer hiring approvals.
- Personnel consent items.
The available packet text does not provide names, salary figures, or individual employment details.
Projects, Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operations
The primary operational item identified was capital reserve planning for 2026-2027.
The Buildings and Grounds section did not include a report, but the finance section included discussion of capital reserve projects. The specific projects, locations, schedules, and estimated costs were not provided in the available packet text.
Transportation operations were addressed through the updated McCarter's driver list.
The agenda included public comment opportunities:
- Public Comment on Agenda Items.
- Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items.
The packet did not provide specific comment deadlines, locations, or time limits.
Residents had an opportunity to address the board regarding matters on the agenda and other district-related issues.
Residents and Taxpayers
Budget approval, tax-related actions, and capital reserve planning may affect district finances and taxpayer obligations. Residents may wish to review final budget information and future tax communications.
Students and Families
Educational grants, instructional programs, and support-service agreements may influence available student resources and specialized services during the 2026-2027 school year.
Employees and Staff
Contractual salary discussions, staffing approvals, and summer hiring decisions affect district employees and operational readiness for the upcoming school year.
Community Organizations and Partners
Agreements with outside educational and support-service providers demonstrate continued partnerships supporting district students.
- What are the largest changes included in the 2026-2027 final budget compared with the previous year?
- How will the $400,000 Capital Reserve Fund transfer be used and when will projects be identified?
- What capital reserve projects are being considered for 2026-2027?
- How will tax decisions affect district residents?
- What student outcomes are being measured through the SAVVAS SuccessMaker Math Study?
- What programs will be supported through the Grable Grant Award and Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant?
- How do the outside support-service agreements improve services for students?
- What staffing needs are being addressed through summer hiring?
- What are the expected costs associated with insurance rates for 2026-2027?
- When will additional information about the approved budget and upcoming projects be available?
Important Dates, Deadlines, and Next Steps
- 2026-06-11: Work/Voting Session of the Blackhawk School District Board of School Directors.
- 2026-06-11: Scheduled discussion and action items related to the 2026-2027 budget, personnel, education programs, and support services.
- 2026-2027 School Year: Implementation period for approved budget decisions, staffing plans, grants, and service agreements.
- Future Board Meetings: Additional updates, approvals, and implementation discussions are expected as the district moves through the new fiscal year.
Key Takeaways
- The board’s June 11, 2026 Work/Voting Session focused heavily on preparing for the 2026-2027 school year.
- The board was scheduled to vote on the final 2026-2027 district budget.
- A proposed $400,000 transfer to the Capital Reserve Fund was a major financial item.
- The board reviewed tax-related matters, financial reports, and year-end audit preparation actions.
- Personnel discussions included salary increases, summer hiring, and staffing reports.
- The district reviewed educational programs including the SAVVAS SuccessMaker Math Study.
- Multiple grants and educational agreements were considered for the upcoming school year.
- Several student support-service contracts were presented for approval.
- Public comment opportunities were included for agenda and non-agenda topics.
- Specific project costs and contract amounts were not available in the extracted packet text.
Official Sources
About the Public Body
- Name: Blackhawk School District Board of School Directors
- Organization type: school-district
- Government body: school-boards
- Location: Beaver Falls, pennsylvania
- County: Beaver County
- Provider: boarddocs
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