The board recognized middle- and high-school students of the month and heard updates on elementary school activities, including Read Across America, kindergarten registration, Seussical the Musical (May 21–22) and upcoming PSSA testing in April.
The Shamokin Area School District board approved the CSU No. 16 preliminary general operating budget, adopted the 2026–27 school calendar (6–1), and approved a bundle of contracts, personnel items and facilities quotes at its regular meeting. Most votes were recorded by roll call; details and one dissenting vote are noted.
At its regular meeting, the Shamokin Area SD Board approved routine business including minutes, bills, personnel items, a field trip, contracts, the SASD Police Department handbook, and a re-ratified labor agreement; the board accepted Charlie Shewey’s resignation and appointed Jeff Cashner to finish the term.
Elementary and high-school staff reported on student programs, an upcoming field trip with archery and zip-lining, Read Across America events, kindergarten registration, and a Texas Roadhouse dine-to-donate fundraiser on Feb. 9 that will return 10% of food sales to the school.
The Shamokin Area School District board approved a series of routine motions — including field trips, policy updates, lease and service agreements, and personnel items — appointed a new solicitor and adopted a resolution granting outgoing solicitor Frank W. Garrigan a lifetime pass for his service.
Board meeting included recognition of students across grade levels, National Honor Society inductees, a varsity football undefeated season and student council updates including a Thanksgiving food drive, January winter dance plans and PTA-sponsored RIF book distribution and Wacky Science program.
The Shamokin Area School District Board of Directors approved routine motions including field trips, personnel items, financial authorizations and several resolutions, presented a lifetime-pass resolution honoring solicitor Frank W. Garrigan, and recognized student accomplishments and an undefeated football season.
The Shamokin Area School District Board approved a package of routine financial, legal and personnel items at its Oct. 29 meeting, including a budget resolution and a resolution to retain outside counsel.
At its Oct. 29 meeting the Shamokin Area School District Board of Directors recognized middle- and high-school students of the month and heard short introductions from three newly hired teachers. Staff also reviewed recent and upcoming events including a college fair, testing dates, and a fundraiser that raised about $3,000.
The board recognized middle- and high-school students of the month and heard school-level briefings on upcoming events including club sign-ups, a college fair, a career fair, literacy assessment training and elementary assemblies.