Chester School Board
Joseph DeNenno, Chair; Kristina Bickford, Vice Chair; Chris Kozura; Sarah Barthelmes; Nicholas Liguori
Community Relationships and Engagement
Goal: Develop a program of public information about the budget and school district meeting
utilizing technology, data, and content.
Action Items:
- Continue monthly updates for all CA families, distributed via email and posted on the
website, with relevant links and data.
- Educate and inform the community to encourage attendance at procedural milestones
throughout the year: CIP meeting in September, December CSB budget meeting,
Budget Committee Public Hearing in January, District Meeting in March
Staff and Personnel Relationships
Goal: Foster a positive and appreciative culture by consistently recognizing and celebrating the
contributions of staff throughout the year.
Action Items:
- Continue and enhance staff appreciation initiatives:
- Welcome Back Day recognition
- Holiday appreciation gifts ("Swag in December")
- Teacher Appreciation Week events and outreach
- Maintain collaborative and respectful labor relations through successful CESPA
negotiations.
Relationship to Instructional Program
Goal: Increase public understanding and support of the district’s instructional priorities,
practices, and achievements through clear and consistent communication.
Action Items:
- Develop and distribute a school profile to communicate our instructional program to the
community that outlines:
- School goals
- Curriculum and academic programming
- Student learning outcomes
- Special programs and services
Financial
Goal: Ensure the community understands the district’s financial position, current assets, and
future needs to support sustainable growth and responsible long-term planning.
Action Items:
- Conduct and share a comprehensive facilities study to evaluate the condition, capacity,
and needs of the school building.
- Review and assess staffing roles and responsibilities to align personnel with current and
future district goals.
Approved August 6, 2025