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The Bristol Township, Neshaminy, and Pennsbury school boards recently recognized outgoing board members ahead of this month’s reorganization meetings.
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The Bristol Township School Board honored outgoing member Barbara Bill for her six years of service.
Known for her dedication to students and devotion to performing and theater arts, Bill was presented with a plaque by School Board President James Morgan. Additionally, two seats in the newly renovated Lou Volpe Auditorium at Truman High School will be dedicated in her honor.
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“We are deeply appreciative of Barbara’s years of service to the school community and all that she has done during her time on the Board,” Morgan stated. “She is a tireless advocate for our students and we know that we will always be able to find her enjoying our students’ talents and achievements.”
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Neshaminy School District Acting Superintendent Jason Bowman honored outgoing school board members Adam Kovitz and Paul Saraullo, the latter recently serving as vice president.
Kovitz’s and Saraullo’s contributions during their time on the board were acknowledged by several board members.
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John Allen, a board member, recalled his collaboration with Saraullo on the facilities committee and with Kovitz on the Bucks County Technical High School board.
“Neshaminy has been well served,” he remarked.
Bowman congratulated Kovitz and Saraullo for their time on the board, and School Board President Tina Hollenbach expressed her pleasure in working with both men.
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“We’ve done a lot of great things for the district, and I’m proud to say that I’ve worked with both of you,” Hollenbach said.
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Reflecting on his tenure, Saraullo said he appreciated the opportunity to work and learn from his colleagues, though he noted the demanding nature of being a board member.
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“A lot can change in six years … I wanted to learn everything I could about public education, and I did,” said Kovitz, who became an educator during his time on the board.
Gary Sanderson, who served the Pennsbury School District for sixteen years, was recognized by the Pennsbury School Board on his way out.
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Sanderson, known for his support of the Pennsbury LYFT Character Awards and involvement in community projects, described his departure from the board as “bittersweet.”
The outgoing vice president expressed plans to volunteer with the Salvation Army’s advisory committee and reflected on the upheaval and positive memories during his tenure.
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“My work to help our students does not end tonight,” he said.
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