Time is now 7:00. I'll call this meeting to order. Mr. Gibbs, please read the statement of compliance. In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act, public law 1975, chapter 231, notice of this meeting has been properly advertised in daily record and
suburban trends. Its agenda has been posted at the appropriate locations and a copy has been filed with the township clerk. Thank you. Please call the role. Mr. Mr. Bloomer here. Mr. Sesi here. Mrs. Espazito here. Mr. Ginton here. Male
here. Mr. Sweeney here. Mr. Pompeo here. Mr. Syninn here. And Mrs. Shannon here. We have a quorum. Thank you. Everyone please stand for the flag salute to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for it
stands. One nation under God, indivisible, liberty and justice for all. Good evening. On behalf of the board of education, I want to begin tonight's meeting by acknowledging the serious concerns in our community following the recent
arrest of a staff member. We fully recognize and validate the concern, sadness, and anger this situation has caused within our community. As fellow parents, educators, and community members ourselves, we not only understand these emotions, but we share
them. The district's foremost responsibility is to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of every student in our care, and that commitment is unwavering. Please know that the district is cooperating fully with law enforcement authorities, and that we are following all applicable laws,
regulations, and policies as this matter proceeds. Tonight's meeting includes time for public comment and we welcome you to share your thoughts and perspectives with us. We value hearing from our community and we recognize the importance of providing you with a forum
to speak. At the same time, we must be clear this is an active criminal investigation as well as a personnel matter. Therefore, the board cannot comment on specific details, respond to questions, or provide any information. We understand this limitation may be
frustrating, but it is both a legal requirement and an important safeguard to protect the integrity of the investigative process and the rights of all involved. What we can say is that the district remains focused on supporting our students and staff during this difficult time. We appreciate your
understanding and respect as we move forward together in supporting our students and our school community. And with that, I'm going to open it up to public comment. And I just want to say that personally, I'm completely sick by this, as I know all of you are as well. So, members of the public may come
up to the mic and may speak for a maximum period of five minutes by the clock during this portion of the meeting. The public may speak on any topic during their five minutes. If a member of the public raises a question, all questions should be directed to the board president. Please state your name
and sign in before you begin. Janelle McGawan. Do you need my address? Good evening. Good evening, Dr. Poris and members of the board. As a proud taxpayer and a mother whose daughter is deeply passionate and involved in our school music department,
I come before you with heavy heart but hopeful spirit. Music is not just an extracurricular activity. It's a lifeline for so many of our students. I ask you with the cherished ac capella group continue this year. Most
importantly, I want to address the leadership of our music and theater program. Moving forward, I want you to consider hiring someone who has not worked under Bill Arnold. Our children, our families, and our
community deserve a fresh start. New energy, new ideas, and new commitment to excellence that's free from past influences. Thank you for your time and your understanding and standing with us to save the music.
There's anyone else that wants to come up? Okay, seeing that there's no one else coming up to the mic, I'm going to close public comment and we're going to move into executive session. Yes. Before
we go into exec, I just want to first thank Mr. McGowan for speaking. I know that it is not easy. Um, and as far as as far as our music program and the identity of this district, um, one person will not define the
experiences at all. we will rise above and we are already working as a team to provide what you're looking for which is um leadership that's going to reignite hope and I I'm glad that you identified that you're an agent of hope in this. I
know it's not the exact wording um and I wasn't anticipating saying anything um but I want to say thank you and we're in this together and we've got this. Okay, we will go into executive session where we will discuss legal matters and personnel matters. No action will be
taken. We will adjourn from there. Is there a motion to go into executive session? Motion to go into exec. Is there a second? Second. All in favor? I. Any opposed? Good night everyone.