WINSLOW TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION

Regular Board of Education Meeting

Winslow Township Administration Building – Conference Room

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

7:00 p.m.

I. PUBLIC NOTICE

of this meeting was given to all Board Members and Associates in a notice dated 01/08/2026. Adequate and electronic notice of this Public Meeting has been provided specifying the time, place, and manner in which this meeting is being conducted. It was advertised in the Courier Post, posted in all schools, the Administration Office, the Municipal Building, the Library, Bud Duble Center, Edgewood Acres, Elm Town, and the Winslow Township Post Offices.

II.MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission of the Winslow Township School District, a large diverse and growing community, is to educate all students to become independent, life-long learners, critical thinkers and caring and confident members of their community. The district, in partnership with the community, and in a climate of cooperation and mutual respect, will provide an academic environment which values excellence and diversity, encourages students to strive for personal excellence, and assists them in acquiring the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to contribute positively to a rapidly changing world.

III.ROLL CALL

Michael Clark
Lorraine Dredden
Wanda Glaud
Rita Martin
Benjamin Mathews
Rebecca Nieves
John Shaw
Cheryl Pitts, Vice President
Joe Thomas, President
 
Mark Pease, Interim Superintendent
Tyra McCoy-Boyle, Business Admin./Board Secretary
Howard Long, Jr. Esq., Solicitor

IV.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

V.2026-2027 DISTRICT GOALS

Creating logical connections, maintaining consistency, and ensuring continuity across all areas of the Winslow Township School District so that every component works together as a cohesive and unified whole.
  1. 1.
    Student Achievement:
  1. a.
    Instructional Coherence - Create a culture of Instructional Coherence that displays a shared academic vision for all stakeholders.
  2. b.
    Coherent Leadership and Support Systems - District leaders, principals, and teachers will use a coherent language for teaching and learning.
  3. c.
    Coherent Educational Systems - District leaders, principals, and instructional coaches will be coherently aligned.
  4. d.
    Coherent Resources – District leaders, principals, and instructional coaches will be provided with coherent resources and support needed to promote student achievement.

VI.AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS

VII.CORRESPONDENCE

VIII.MINUTES

Motion to take from the table, the following minutes that were tabled at the August 12, 2026 Meeting.

On a motion made by , seconded by , approval to take minutes off of table is granted.
Exceptions:
Voice Vote:
1. Approve the following Meeting Minutes of the Board of Education:
Special Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Open Session
Special Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Closed Session
On a motion made by , seconded by , approval of Minutes is granted.
Exceptions:
Mr. Clark
Ms. Dredden
Ms. Glaud
Ms. Martin
Mr. Mathews
Ms. Nieves
Mr. Shaw
Ms. Pitts
Mr. Thomas

Motion to take from the table, the following minutes that were tabled at the August 12, 2026 Meeting.

On a motion made by , seconded by , approval to take minutes off of table is granted.
Exceptions:
Voice Vote:
2. Approve the following Meeting Minutes of the Board of Education:
Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Open Session
Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Closed Session
On a motion made by , seconded by , approval of Minutes is granted.
Exceptions:
Mr. Clark
Ms. Dredden
Ms. Glaud
Ms. Martin
Mr. Mathews
Ms. Nieves
Mr. Shaw
Ms. Pitts
Mr. Thomas
3.
Approve the following Meeting Minutes of the Board of Education:
Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Open Session
Regular Meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2026 Closed Session

On a motion made by _________, seconded by _____, approval of Minutes is granted.

Exceptions: _____________________________________________________________________

________Mr. Clark
________Ms. Dredden
________Ms. Glaud
________Ms. Martin
________Mr. Mathews
________ Ms. Nieves
________ Mr. Shaw
________ Ms. Pitts
________ Mr. Thomas
4.
Approve the following Meeting Minutes of the Board of Education:
Regular Meeting Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Open Session

On a motion made by _________, seconded by _____, approval of Minutes is granted.

Exceptions: _____________________________________________________________________

________Mr. Clark
________Ms. Dredden
________Ms. Glaud
________Ms. Martin
________Mr. Mathews
________ Ms. Nieves
________ Mr. Shaw
________ Ms. Pitts
________ Mr. Thomas

IX.BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS

  1. 1. Student Representative Report:
  2. 2. Superintendent’s Report: Mark Pease, Superintendent
  3. 3. Athletic & Arts Committee: Wanda Glaud, Chairperson
  4. 4. Citizens Advisory Committee: Rita Martin, Administrative Advisor
  5. 5. Education Committee: Rebecca Nieves, Chairperson
  6. 6. Marketing Committee: Cheryl Pitts, Chairperson
  7. 7. Negotiations Committee: John Shaw, Chairperson
  8. 8. Operations Committee: Lorraine Dredden, Chairperson
  9. 9. Policy/HR Committee: Wanda Glaud, Chairperson
  10. 10. Strategic Planning Committee: Benjamin Mathews, Chairperson
  11. 11. Technology Committee: Michael Clark, Chairperson
  12. 12. Township Economic Development Council: Lorraine Dredden, Representative
  13. 13. Township Municipal Drug Alliance: Benjamin Mathews, Representative
  14. 14. Township Planning Board: John Shaw, Representative
  15. 15. Adopt a School Board Member Representative Reports

X.SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

A.THE SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING ACTION ITEMS:

1. First Reading of Board Policies & Regulations
None at this time.
2. Second Reading & Adoption of Board Policies & Regulations
None at this time.

Approve the Second Reading and Adoption of Board Policies and Regulations as listed below and in the attached exhibits:

Policy/Regulation Title
Policy #5516 Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices (M)- NEW
Regulation #5516 Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices (M)- NEW
Policy #6112 Reimbursement of Federal and Other Grant Expenditures (M)- Revised
Regulation #6115.01 Federal Awards/Fund Internal Controls- Allowability of Costs (M)- Revised
Policy #6115.02 Federal Awards/Funds Internal Controls-Mandatory Disclosures (M)- Revised
Policy #6311 Contracts for Goods or Services Funded by Federal Grants (M)- Revised
Policy #8561 Procurement Procedures for School Nutrition Programs (M)- Revised
Policy #8660 Transportation by Private Vehicles- To and From School-Related Activities
3. Professional Development/Workshops & Conferences
None at this time.
4. Field Trip(s)
Exhibit X A: 4

Approve Field Trips for the 2026/2027 school year as listed in the attached exhibit.

5. Tuition Students
Exhibit X A: 5

Approve the placement of 2026-2027 out of district students as listed in the attached exhibit.

6. Terminate Out-of-District Placement(s)
None at this time.
7. Homeless Student(s)
None at this time.
8. Division of Child Protection & Permanency (DCP&P)
None at this time.
9. Security/Fire Drills
None at this time.
10. Fundraiser(s)
Exhibit X A: 10

Approve Fundraisers as listed below:

School 4
  • Texas Roadhouse Bread and Butter Sale, (10/26/26), H.S.A.
  • Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Sales, (5/31/27 – 6/14/27), H.S.A.
School 5
  • Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser, (2026-2027 School Year), H.S.A.
School 6
  • Scholastic Book Fair, (1/25/27 – 1/29/27), H.S.A.
  • Scholastic Book Fair Family Night, (1/28/27), H.S.A.
  • Scholastic Book Fair, (4/19/27 – 4/23/27), H.S.A.
  • Scholastic Book Fair Family Night, (4/22/27), H.S.A.
  • Holiday Shop, (12/14/26 – 12/18/26), H.S.A.
  • Poppin Popcorn, (9/14/26 – 9/21/26), H.S.A.
  • Poppin Popcorn, (5/3/27 – 5/10/27), H.S.A.
  • Flower Sale, (2/13/27 – 2/27/27), H.S.A.
  • Concession Sales, (2026-2027 School Year), H.S.A.
  • School Store, (2026-2027 School Year), H.S.A.
  • Spirit Wear Sale, (2026-2027 School Year), H.S.A.
  • Scholastic Book Fair, (10/5/26 – 10/9/26), H.S.A.
  • Scholastic Book Fair Family Night, (10/6/26), H.S.A.
Middle School
  • Back to School Night Rice Krispy Treat and Grams, (9/24/26), S.G.A.
  • Fun Pasta Sale, (10/1/26 – 12/23/26), S.G.A.
  • Dave & Buster’s Power Cards, (11/1/26 – 12/23/26), S.G.A.
  • SGA Spirit Wear, (2026-2027 School Year), S.G.A.
  • Kastle Fundraising, (9/1/26 – 10/31/26), 7th Grade Class of 2032
  • Birthday Messages/Candy Grams, (2026-2027 School Year), S.G.A.
High School
  • Chocolate Covered Pretzel Sale, (10/1/26 – 11/30/26), F.B.L.A.
  • F.B.L.A. School Store, (2026-2027 School Year), F.B.L.A.
  • Homecoming Dance Ticket Sale, (9/17/26 – 9/24/26), Student Government Senate
  • Upcycled Handmade Craft Sale, (2026-2027 School Year), WTHS Environmental Club
  • Footies Sale, (2026-2027 School Year), Class of 2029
11. 2026/2027 District Organizational Chart
Exhibit X A: 11

Approve the 2026/2027 District Organizational Chart as presented in the attached exhibit.

12.
2026-2027 Student Handbooks

Approve the following 2026-2027 Student Handbooks:

  • 2026-2027 Preschool Handbook
  • 2026-2027 Grades K-6 Handbook
  • 2026-2027 Middle School Handbook
  • 2026-2027 High School Handbook
13.
School 4 Events

Approve the following events at School 4 for the 2026-2027 school year:

  • Family Movie Night (date change from October 1, 2026): October 2, 2026, 6-7:30 PM
  • American Education Week Guest Readers (date change from November 17, 2026 – November 19, 2026): November 16, 2026 – November 18, 2026
  • 3rd Grade Dance: June 3, 2027, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Family Literacy Night (date change from November 19, 2026): November 12, 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
14.
School 6 – Fall into Reading Night

Approval requested for School 6 to hold a Fall into Reading Night Event on October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

15.
School 6 – Donation Acceptance

Approval requested to accept the Subaru Loves Learning donation of $3,000.00. The donation will be divided between six teachers, who will each receive $500.00 in AdoptAClassroom.org credit for classroom supplies for the 2026-2027 school year.

16.
Middle School – 8th Grade Parent Information Night

Approval requested for Winslow Township Middle School to host an 8th Grade Parent Information Night on October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM. 8th Grade parents/guardians are invited to a detailed information session regarding what to expect this 2026-2027 school year.

17.
Middle School – National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Approval requested for Winslow Township Middle School to hold the Spring 2027 National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony for new members on April 29, 2027 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM in the Middle School cafeteria.

18.

High School – Voter Registration/Information Sessions

Approve the Election Division of the Camden County Clerk’s office to host Voter Registration/Informational Sessions on the following dates in the High School Library:

  • Wednesday, April 14, 2027 during periods 1-4
  • Thursday, April 15, 2027 during periods 5-8
  • Friday, April 16, 2027 during periods 1-8
19.

Brunch & Learn Workshop

Approval requested for the Curriculum Office to host a complimentary Faria Group Brunch & Learn workshop at the Board of Education Office on October 16, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM for approximately 30 participants. The workshop will focus on curriculum management, instructional planning, and emerging topics in education. There is no cost to the district.

20.

Curriculum Review Institute

Approval requested to accept the donation of 3 complementary admissions for the Curriculum Office to attend the November Curriculum Review Institute in Cherry Hill, N.J. There is no cost to the district.

21.

New Principal Meet & Greets

Ratify and approve the New Principal Meet & Greet events at the following schools:

  • High School: August 11, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • School 6: August 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • School 4: August 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • School 1: August 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
22.

Out of District Students

Approval requested for the Out of District students listed below to apply school tuitions to be applied to the pending IDEA Basic. This is a revision of agenda number 33 on the August 12, 2026 agenda.

Date: 2026-2027 school year

Account No. 20-252-100-500-000-00 IDEA basic

Scroll horizontally to view the complete tuition table.

Student # School Tuition Total
7105 Archway/Creative
Achievement
$46,800.00 $46,800.00
7116 Archway $38,892.60 $38,892.60
7007 Durand $80,472.60 $80,472.60
7008 Durand $80,472.60 $80,472.60
7010 Durand $80,472.60 $80,472.60
7011 Durand $80,472.60 $80,472.60
7012 Durand $80,472.60 $80,472.60
7141 Y.A.L.E School
East
$40,406.00 (partial
tuition)
$40,406.00
7140 East
Mountain/Carrier
Clinic
$87,660.00 $87,660.00
7142 Y.A.L.E School
East
$75,213.00 $75,213.00
7033 Brookfield Academy $77,290.20 $77,290.20
7121 Garfield Park $75,250.80 $75,250.80
7072 Y.A.L.E School
East
$75,213.00 $75,213.00
23. 2026/2027 Career & Technical Education Advisors

Approve the following teachers as Career & Technical Education (CTE) Advisors for their respective CTE memberships, as part of the Perkins Grant requirements for CTE certification and operation from September 2026 through June 2027. These meetings will be conducted on an as needed basis. Advisors will also hold two advisory committee meetings throughout the 2026-2027 school year. Teachers will be compensated at a rate of $46.39 per hour outside of contracted hours. (20-383-100-100-000-00)

# Name Position
A Alexander, Katherine Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
B DelBuono, Gwen SkillsUSA
C Ingram, Norman SkillsUSA
D Rouse, Tangika Family, Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
E Safko, Gregory Technology Student Association (TSA)
F Pennick-Wynn, Monica Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
24. High School School-Based Student Attendance and Support Team

Approve the establishment of a School-Based Student Attendance and Support Team at the High School to identify, monitor, and support students experiencing attendance concerns and other barriers to regular school attendance.

B. Principal’s Update

  • 1. Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying Report None at this time.
  • 2. Suspension Reports None at this time.
  • 3. Ethnicity Reports None at this time.
  • 4. School Highlights None at this time.
On a motion made by _________, seconded by _____, approval of Superintendent’s Report is granted.
Exceptions: _____________________________________________________________________
________Mr. Clark
________Ms. Dredden
________Ms. Glaud
________Ms. Martin
________Mr. Mathews
________ Ms. Nieves
________ Mr. Shaw
________ Ms. Pitts
________ Mr. Thomas