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Written by Bradley Schlegel, Staff Writer
December 05, 2024

            Melanie Cunningham will continue as president of the Upper Perkiomen School Board. On Monday, her reelection to the position for a third straight year included a rebuke from one of the members.

            Trina Schaarschmidt cast the lone opposing vote. She read a statement questioning Cunningham's actions over the last year as board president, claiming they did not align with the principles of governance and leadership emphasizing responsibility, ethical conduct, collaboration, clear communication, and effective governance outlined by the Pennsylvania School Board Association.

            "I believe these decisions reflect a pattern where Melanie has shown an affinity for other priorities over being a strong, decisive leader for our school district," Schaarschmidt said. "This is not an easy thing to say, and I understand that it may not be a popular opinion, but it is the truth."

            Schaarschmidt also opposed a motion making Keith McCarrick the board's new vice president during the reorganization meeting. She did not provide an explanation for that vote.

            In an email received Tuesday afternoon, Cunningham wrote that ...



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