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Saucon Valley board approves four-year extension for superintendent after heated public comment
Summary
After heated public testimony and hours of debate over timing and transparency, the Saucon Valley School Board approved a four‑year extension of Superintendent Jamie Vlasity’s contract and a separate 3% annual salary adjustment. The vote followed legal briefings on notice requirements, buyout limits and an options window in the fourth year.
The Saucon Valley School Board approved a four‑year extension of Superintendent Jamie Vlasity’s contract after extended public comment that split the community and board.
Supporters argued the superintendent had advanced district priorities; opponents called for delay, additional review and an external audit before a long‑term contract was locked in. Several students and longtime residents urged the board to postpone action so newly elected members could participate.
During public comment, student Bodie Spencer told the board, “We deserve transparency. We deserve measurable progress,” and urged the board not to rush a decision. Donald Flores, a high‑school junior, called for “an external audit of Saucon Valley School District” and said he…
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