The DCIU Connection
Board of Directors Meeting | May 6, 2026
A monthly summary of the DCIU's meeting of the Board of Directors
Approval of contracts to enhance student learning and work experience
Approval of the Innovation Fund Grant to support the expansion of the Practical Nursing Program from 2026-2030.
Approval of a contract with Main Line Hospitals, Inc. to provide observational experiences to DCTS Medical Careers program students for the 2026-2027 school year at no cost.
Approval of a contract with Riddle Surgical Center to provide observational experience to DCTS Medical Careers program students from January 4, 2026 to January 3, 2027 at no cost.
Approval of a contract with Christiana Care Brinton Lake ASC, LLC to provide educational and observational experiences to DCTS Medical Careers Program students from May 7, 2026 to May 6, 2027 at no cost.
Approval of a contract with Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania for Exercise Therapy and Sports Science students to earn up to ten credits for the 2026-2027 school year at no cost to DCTS.
Permission for nine DCTS Culinary students and two staff members to visit The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College in Philadelphia, PA on May 13, 2026.
Permission for four DCTS Electrical Technology program students and two staff members to attend the SkillsUSA National Conference in Atlanta, GA from June 1, 2026 to June 6, 2026.
Approval to continue the membership with the National Head Start Association from July 1, 2026 to June30, 2027.
Approval of contracts with districts and partners for programs and services
Approval of a contract with Rose Tree Media School District for DCIU to provide up to ten hours of threat assessment consultation from April 8, 2026 to June 30, 2026.
Approval of a contract with Chester Upland School District for DCIU to provide professional development services to support instructional programming and student achievement for nonpublic schools from April10, 2026 to June 30, 2026.
Approval of a contract with Southeast Delco School District for DCIU to provide business office supports from May 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026.
Approval of a contract with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC to provide internet access to schools, libraries and other entities located in the Regional Wide Area Network (RWAN) from July 1, 2026to June 30, 2027.
Approval of an agreement with Delaware County Public Schools Healthcare Trust for administrative services to be provided by DCIU for the term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031, with the mutual option of automatic renewal for a subsequent term of July 1, 2031 through June 30, 2036.
Approval of a contract with Environmental Control Systems, Inc. to act as Local Education Authority and Environmental Consultant, according to EPA 40 Part 763, from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.
DCIU's Upcoming Events
Save the Date: August 20 is the Ribbon Cutting for the Marple Education Center
Please save the date for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new DCIU Marple Education Center in Broomall! The event will take place on Thursday, August 20, at 10:00 a.m.
This special event will provide board members and invited guests with an opportunity to tour the newly renovated facility and experience the many enhancements designed to support innovative learning environments and student success. The updated space reflects DCIU’s ongoing commitment to creating welcoming, modern, and collaborative educational settings for students, staff, and the community.
Additional event details, including invitations and program information, will be shared in the coming months. We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone together!
DCIU’s Annual Legislative Breakfast to be Held on May 15
A reminder.....
Please join us for the 2026 Legislative Breakfast as we bring together education leaders and policymakers for a timely conversation on the real impact of unfunded mandates on schools and communities.
Theme:
Unfunded Mandates: Impact, Challenges, Solutions
Guest Presenters:
Kevin Busher, Chief Advocacy Officer, Pennsylvania School Boards Association
Senator Tim Kearney, 26th Senatorial District
We look forward to an engaging discussion and the opportunity to connect with colleagues across the county.
DCIU Board of Directors
President | Tracy Karwoski | Garnet Valley
Vice President | Edward Harris | Interboro
Bettie McClairen | Chester Upland
Frank Sill | Chichester
LaTonia Lee | Haverford
Barbara Harvey | Marple Newtown
Dr. Melissa Huber | Penn-Delco
DJ Thornton | Radnor Township
Ken Dinitz | Rose Tree Media
Christine McMenamin | Ridley
Rochelle Womack | Southeast Delco
Bob Hornberger | Springfield
Rachel Holbert | Wallingford-Swarthmore
Wadiya Ivery | William Penn
David Neill | Upper Darby
Dr. Maria Edelberg | Executive Director, DCIU
Solicitor | Mark Fitzgerald*
Treasurer | Edward Norris | DCIU*
Secretary | Dr. Joyce Mundy | DCIU*
*Non-member