Bids come in under estimate; staff recommends awarding Gerber Cleveland contracts with alternates Facilities staff recommended that the board accept base bids plus alternates for the Gerber Cleveland Elementary additions and renovations after competitive bidding produced apparent low responsive bidders and a total construction cost about $1.4 million under the prior estimate.

Gerber Cleveland Elementary's renovation bids came in $1.4 million under estimate, with staff recommending major contracts for a game-changing upgrade!

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Board hears urgent facilities briefing on aging boilers at Cambridge Springs Elementary Contractors told the board Cambridge Springs Elementary has aging boilers and active leaks; temporary heating could cost $10,000–$15,000 per month, immediate repairs about $12,000–$15,000, and a larger renovation would require board direction by January to start next summer.

Urgent repairs are needed at Cambridge Springs Elementary as aging boilers and leaks threaten to disrupt classes this winter, with costs potentially soaring to $15,000 a month for temporary solutions.

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Canada Fleet Elementary PTO hosts successful Mayfair and upcoming events Canada Fleet Elementary celebrates Mayfair success and prepares for Battle of the Buildings.

Canada Fleet Elementary's Mayfair event was a smashing success, and the excitement continues with an action-packed lineup of events leading to the school year’s end!

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Third grade teachers praise new cohesive reading curriculum for boosting student success Teachers highlight thematic units and decoding skills as key to enhancing student literacy.

Exciting advancements in Pennsylvania's elementary reading curriculum are transforming the way students learn, making literacy more engaging and effective for all!

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