Carlisle Area School District elects officers, swears in four new directors at reorganization meeting

Paula Bussard was elected board president and Ann Larson elected vice president at the Carlisle Area School District’s reorganization meeting Dec. 4, following the swearing in of four newly elected directors. Judge Maslin of the Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas administered the oaths of office to Sue Bauer, Ann Larson, Amanda Rudy and Steven Bruce after certification by the county board of elections.

Bruce Clash served as temporary president for the reorganization. After nominations, the board confirmed Bussard and Larson by voice vote; the chair declared the results unanimous. The board then turned to committee assignments. President Bussard asked members to submit preference slips for the district’s standing committees — Education, Finance, Facilities, Governance and Engagement — and said she will work with the superintendent to finalize appointments.

The board approved a personnel action on the superintendent’s report, with the motion made, seconded and carried by voice vote. No members raised questions during the motion period. The board president also used her remarks to emphasize the district’s position as “a welcoming school district” for all children in the Carlisle area, including immigrant and refugee families.

The board adjourned to committee meetings and scheduled the next regular meeting for Dec. 18, with a yearbook photo at 6:45 p.m. for board members. Committee chairs announced that committee work will continue through the winter as administrators bring forward planning and staffing items for the coming year.

Actions noted at the meeting include the temporary president election, formal oaths of office for newly elected directors and approval of recommended professional staff appointments. Formal vote tallies were announced by voice and declared unanimous where noted.