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Superintendent lays out three-year capital projects plan, flexible instructional days and grant pursuit

Delaware Valley School District Board of Directors · December 19, 2025
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Summary

Superintendent Blom presented plans for Flexible Instructional Days (up to five per year), a comprehensive three-year capital projects (CapEx) list—roofs, HVAC, auditorium and possible field turf—and identified grant opportunities (PCCD). Board members requested more cost details and vehicle inventories for budget planning.

Superintendent Doctor Blom presented a district update focused on instructional flexibility and facilities planning, asking the board to review a three-year capital projects list before deciding on priorities.

On instructional scheduling, Blom reviewed Flexible Instructional Days (FID) as an option to replace traditional snow days with synchronous remote instruction. He noted state rules allow up to five FIDs per year but cautioned operational limits — for example, many elementary students do not take Chromebooks home daily, limiting immediate FID use. The administration will communicate details to…

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