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Superintendent reports construction delays, budget pressure and summer programs; student arts and fundraising highlighted
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Summary
The Haddon Township School District superintendent reported construction delays and above-budget change orders that could squeeze later projects, outlined summer programs with 181 summer-camp enrollments and a Title I enrichment running July 6–30, and noted student successes and a $7,000 performing-arts fundraiser.
The Haddon Township School District superintendent opened the report by highlighting a successful pops concert and student artwork on display in the media center and told the board the district is juggling multiple construction projects that have come in over budget, which could affect the timing and funding of remaining repairs.
The superintendent said the concert and collaborative arts work were “an incredible event,” and invited board members to view student ceramics and visual pieces after the meeting. On summer programming, Miss Galt reported the district contracted with a vendor called Write At School for an apparent recreation program; registration opened last week and the program had 181 total enrollments to date and about 140 children as the reported daily capacity. Julie, who spoke about Title I services, said the district’s summer enrichment program is scheduled to run July 6 through July 30 and that invitations are being sent now; additional low-cost seats will be offered as funds permit.
On construction, the superintendent warned the board that projects have required a number of change orders and that later projects risk being underfunded if costs continue to rise. “We have had a lot of change orders,” the superintendent said, noting that interior spaces such as the auditorium and music rooms are accessible now but that sequencing and budgets remain a concern. The superintendent proposed the option of holding an additional special meeting before May 7 to continue budget discussions so the board can reach consensus.
Student representatives reported on recent activities: seniors described a Florida trip with no major issues, students said prom is scheduled for May 15 with tickets priced at $95, and the high-school play drew large crowds. A staff speaker reported the concert raised about $5,000 in admissions and roughly $2,000 from concessions—about $7,000 for performing-arts scholarships.
The board also approved new football coaches for the 2026–27 school year; the superintendent said those positions were budgeted and contractual. The record in the transcript shows the appointment was announced and approved but does not include a roll-call vote tally.
The superintendent said the board will continue working through budget options and could advertise and hold an additional meeting if needed to land on a fiscally responsible plan.
Next steps: the district plans follow-up communications on the budget timeline and will consider scheduling a special meeting before May 7 to finalize decisions.
