New Business Manager for Windber School District Brings Wealth of Financial Experience

WINDBER, Pa. ÔÇô The new business manager for Windber School District brings more than a decade of financial experience in both private business and education.

Jessica Zellam, of Davidsville, was officially hired Tuesday during the Windber School BoardÔÇÖs regular meeting. Zellam, 40, comes to the $75,000 position after 16 years working in the construction company financial operations and 18 months as assistant business manager for Conemaugh Township School District in Davidsville.

With her extensive background in finance, Zellam is well-equipped to handle the financial operations of the school district and help in its growth and development.

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Focus on Mental Health with Student Internship Program

The board also approved an agreement for a student in masterÔÇÖs programs for clinical mental health to serve an internship at the school to work with the counselor hired through Reaching Educational Achievements with Clinical Mental Health, also known as R.E.A.C.H.

This program is dedicated to early intervention of mental health issues among students, including substance abuse prevention. By integrating counselors with at least masterÔÇÖs degrees into the school district, Windber School District is taking proactive steps toward addressing mental health and well-being of its students.

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Partnership with Silver Lining ABA for Autism Spectrum Students

A new Johnstown-area company, Silver Lining ABA, will provide assistance for students on the autism spectrum at Windber. The proposal by Silver Lining ABA, of 1732 Lyter Drive, Westmont, was approved Tuesday.

The school-wide program offered by Silver Lining ABA aligns with the districtÔÇÖs existing intervention and support framework, aiming to reduce disruptive behaviors and disciplinary issues while fostering a positive and conducive learning environment.

The AI legalese decoder can play a valuable role in this partnership by deciphering any legal documents and contracts between the school district and Silver Lining ABA. It ensures transparency and accuracy when establishing program guidelines, expectations, and responsibilities, benefitting both the school district and the autism spectrum students.

Additional Approvals for a Smooth Start of the Term

With TuesdayÔÇÖs meeting coming less than two weeks after the first day of school, much of the business items read like a punch list for the beginning of the term.

The approvals included:

• Naming Gray Medical as the district physicians.
• Approving agreements with The Learning LampÔÇÖs affiliate Ignite Education Systems to provide substitute teachers and aides.
• Renewing the School Resource Officer Agreement with Windber Borough police to supply two officers for the 2023-2024 school year.
• Posting, advertising, and interviewing candidates for athletic director.

These routine approvals contribute to the smooth functioning and effective management of the school district. The AI legalese decoder can assist in reviewing and understanding any legal agreements associated with these approvals, ensuring compliance and adherence to regulations.

Randy Griffith is a multimedia reporter for The Tribune-Democrat. He can be reached at 532-5057. Follow him on Twitter @PhotoGriffer57.