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Resident asks for data on Navigate360 contracts and training outcomes
Summary
Public commenter Jeff Lanier asked the committee for empirical evidence behind the district's use of Navigate360 and for turnover and cost data; administration said it tracks certifications, believes turnover of certified team members is low, and noted some training also helps satisfy Pennsylvania Act 55 requirements.
During public comment, Jeff Lanier of Lansdale questioned the district’s recurring contracts with Navigate360 and asked for documented evidence of effectiveness, retention of staff who receive the training, and ongoing costs. Lanier said he found multiple contracts in a records search and estimated the district’s spending on Navigate360 could reach about $122,000 over two years.
Administration responded that the district tracks certifications and that, for certified behavioral threat-assessment team members, turnover appears low. Mister Roan said he would not quote an exact number at the meeting but estimated turnover among certified team members is in the single digits. Doctor McKenna added that Act 55 requires three hours of school-safety training for staff in Pennsylvania and that the district uses training programs (including asynchronous and live modules) to meet that statutory requirement.
Why it matters: Public scrutiny of recurring training contracts and vendor performance is relevant to budget oversight and program effectiveness. Committee members encouraged requesters to follow up with administration for documented studies or procurement details.
Next step: Administration invited public follow-up and said staff can provide research and documentation to address the commenter’s questions.
