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Shikellamy board previews SUN Area Tech and CSIU budgets and reviews cafeteria equipment request ahead of February vote
Summary
Administrators and board members reviewed a proposed SUN Area Technical Institute GOB and the CSIU operating budget, discussed a cafeteria equipment purchase to be paid from the cafeteria fund, and placed several items on the February voting agenda; no formal votes occurred at the session.
The Shikellamy School District Board of Education reviewed several budget and operational items at its Feb. 5 work session and directed that those items be placed on the district’s February voting agenda for formal consideration.
Kristy Etzler, administrative director for the SUN Area Technical Institute, reviewed the proposed 2026–27 General Obligation Budget and outlined potential implications for Shikellamy. "This item will be placed on the February voting agenda for formal consideration by the Board," the administration said during the presentation.
Board member Slade Shreck summarized the proposed 2026–27 Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CSIU) general operating budget, explained the budget adoption process and noted the district is billed only for services and programs it uses. Shreck told the board the CSIU proposed budget will be considered for approval at the February voting meeting.
Business Manager Brian Manning walked the board through a cafeteria equipment request and the Cafeteria Operations Financial Summary, stating that expenditures for the request will be paid from the cafeteria fund. Board members asked questions focused on the need for walk‑in coolers and logistical considerations; administration indicated funding would come from the cafeteria fund rather than the general fund.
Superintendent Jeremy Winn also highlighted changes to the proposed 2026–27 academic calendar and advised board members to submit any questions to him. Policy items were reviewed by Slade Shreck as first readings to be presented at the voting meeting. Chair Tara Sprenkel offered appreciation to staff for storm response and the opening of a warming station.
Several informational items were shared: Dennis Deitrich said students have expressed interest in a spring bonfire and he and Shreck are seeking a suitable Sunday location; Roy Burns described kindergarten transition activities for the incoming Class of 2039; Marc Freeman presented three design options for a proposed 8‑by‑4 foot mural to be installed in the high school library as a Class of 2025 gift. The meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m.; an executive session followed to discuss personnel and legal matters.
