Robert "Bob" Smith, 63, received enough write-in votes to secure the Republican nomination for the two-year term. He will compete against Democratic nominee Robert "Nick" Nicholoff, 29.
The district has a two-year transition plan that includes enrolling middle schoolers at the academy in the 2026-27 academic year. Starting in the coming school year, the academy will replace Building 21 High School.
The free, two-week camp exposed Lehigh Valley teens to sheet metal, piping, plumbing and basic electrical work.
The district will consider the addition of a new assistant superintendent role focused on special education programming.
Some eligible Allentown residents will receive a $1,013.35 reduction to their school property taxes thanks to a state program.