School Board Monthly Update
August 2024
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What is the Advocacy Corner?
The Upper Darby School District School Board of Directors believes that all students, regardless of background, economic should have a quality public education and an equal opportunity for success. The Advocacy Corner provides information and resources for parents/guardians with the goal of ensuring that every child has access to the resources and support they deserve through equitable public school funding. Upper Darby School District has historically faced state underfunding while seeing the cost of educating students in Pennsylvania's public schools increasing steadily and an increase in unfunded mandates.
Please contact your State Representative to ask them to support this HB 2572!
HB 2572 is a House bill incentivizing educators to return to teaching. This bill would help those who wish to return to education complete their Act 48 professional development requirements in full from where they left off prior to leaving the profession by allowing certified, inactive educators the option of earning six (6) college credits at no cost or reduced cost. It was referred to House Education in the Pennsylvania General Assembly on September 19th. This bill would be helpful in mitigating the teacher shortage crisis.
Building Stronger School Communities Through Civil Discourse
Director Kimberly Glenn is registered to attend a 1-day conference sponsored by the Public School Board Association (PSBA) titled, Building Strong School Communities Through Civil Discourse, in Mechanicsburg, PA in February. She will join school district leaders from across the state for this insightful and interactive event dedicated to fostering stronger school communities through the power of civil discourse. Participants will learn practical strategies to lead responsibly and communicate clearly within their district and beyond; explore the core principles of civil discourse and practice applying them to real-world, school-related scenarios through role-playing exercises and group activities; and enhance your leadership skills and build a more respectful, empathetic and engaged school community. School Board Director Glenn is a member of the Educated Voters of PA, a PSBA Advocacy Engagement Program. Under PSBA's Advocacy Engagement Program, there are many ways school board directors can assist in educating legislators who have a positive impact on our public schools and students. This recognition program honors the advocacy work school board directors are doing every day.
This Month's Board Member Highlight:
NEIL DESNOYERS
Neil Desnoyers was elected to the School Board of Directors for the Upper Darby School District in 2017. Neil and his wife (a public educator) have lived in the Highland Park section of Upper Darby since 1995. Neil is a product of public schools and believes strongly in the central role that public education serves in a thriving democracy. School Board Member Neil has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in the development and review of district policies, ensuring they align with both the evolving needs of students and the district's long-term goals. His careful, thoughtful approach to policy-making has led to the creation of frameworks that not only address immediate challenges but also promote equity, inclusivity, and academic excellence for all students. Neil’s ability to engage with diverse stakeholders—teachers, parents, administrators, and community members—has strengthened the district’s policy-making process, ensuring that decisions are well-informed and reflect the values of the entire community. Through his dedication and expertise, Neil has played a pivotal role in advancing policies that enhance student success and create a safe, supportive environment for learning.
Virtual Parent Information Night with Dr. Eran Magen
Topic: Supporting Your Upset Child
When: November 18th, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Session Description: Trying to offer support when your child is experiencing strong emotions like stress, frustration, anxiety or anger can feel like tiptoeing through a minefield. In this interactive workshop, Dr. Magen will share parenting techniques to help you be more effective and more relaxed when supporting your child. Dr. Magen will review practical techniques for helping your child feel heard and cared for, so your child can feel better and think more clearly - all while strengthening your relationship.
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER FOR THE UPCOMING SESSION:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItfuiorzMpGtV0__fKiqJQBBiHaLNiDISr#/registration
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER FOR MORE SESSIONS:
UDSD and the Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet Society Present The Nutcracker
Enjoy a discount to the annual Nutcracker performances on November 22, 23 and 24! For all Upper Darby School district students, staff and families!
The UDSD discount is $2 off each ticket.
Both the previous and the current promo codes, UDSD-2OFF & UDSD-20OFF, will provide the UDSD FAMILIES DISCOUNT.
Annual Parent Volunteer Workshops 2024-2025
The Communications Team will host the annual Parent Volunteer Workshops for parents to learn more about the process for becoming a Parent Volunteer in the district and to receive hands-on support with completing the application steps. Light refreshments will be available.
WORKSHOP 1
Friday, November 22, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
WORKSHOP 2
Friday, February 28, 2:00-5:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Administration Building, 8201 Lansdowne Ave, Upper Darby 19802
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The regular School Board meetings and the School Board Committee Meetings are held in-person in the board room at 8201 Lansdowne Avenue in Upper Darby and livestreamed to the UDSD Board & Board Committee Meetings YouTube Channel.
Do you have a question or comment? Click HERE to learn how to participate.
Click HERE to review the meeting agendas 24 hours prior to the meetings.
Click HERE to view the 2024-2025 Regular School Board Meetings schedule.
Click HERE to view the 2024-2025 School Board Committee Meetings schedule. School Board Committee Meetings consist of the Education and Pupil Services meeting and the Finance and Operations meeting.
The Upper Darby School District calendar includes events, activities and important deadlines for the school year. Updates may be made to this calendar as the year progresses, so please visit this page often to stay up-to-date. School buildings keep their own calendars of events on their webpages that include dates for school-related events. Please visit your school building website for more information. You can also access the district and school-level calendars on the Upper Darby School District mobile app. Visit your App Store to download it today!
Click on the image to the left to access the master calendar or click HERE.
For general calendar questions, please contact Aaronda Q. Beauford, Director of Communications, at abeauford@upperdarbysd.org.
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